
True stories of ordinary people thrust into extraordinary survival situations. Stranded in the desert. Lost in the jungle. Marooned in the mountains. Shipwrecked on the high seas. You'll hear from individuals who had everything against them. But even then, they refused to give in… Hosted by John Hopkins. New episodes Thursdays. Get every episode a week early and ad-free with Noiser+. Click the ban... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 129 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryWildernessSports | |||

Tom Wilson is on a routine work trip to visit a construction project at Toba Inlet - a wild, remote fjord on the coast of British Columbia. But when his small, chartered plane meets a violent and horrifying end, Tom will be thrust into hell on earth.... more
We return to Matt Scott and his terrifying escapade in South America. The young British backpacker was recently kidnapped by armed men. But he’s just made a break for it - over a precipitous ridge deep in the rainforest. Will he make it down in one p... more
A British backpacker nears the end of his gap year in South America. Before flying home, Matt Scott signs up for a guided trek into the mountains of northern Colombia. But within days, the trip will take a sinister turn. As he and his fellow tourists... more
A 16-year-old battles through a terrifying human tragedy. Gillian Lashbrooke is on her way home from a family trip to Belgium. But when a critical error leads to the ferry taking on water, a routine crossing turns into a nightmare for the 450 people ... more
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We need more and more and more! Please keep these coming. These are so well done, much appreciate the excellent storytelling.
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John Hopkins is an amazing storyteller. I’m binge-listening and lose track of space and time - the stories are so absorbing. That said, I prefer the stories that are real survival stories, not those resulting from risk-taking (like mountain climbing) that potentially endangers others’ lives with the rescue
This is a very well produced podcast series. Each story is carefully chosen and beautifully written. The narrator John Hopkins tells each story in a spellbinding and suspenseful manner. Every character is heroic and inspiring in their own way, and the geographic setting makes you ache to see it for yourself. Excellent podcast!
This podcast is excellent for its engaging storytelling by the skill of John Hopkins. His style of speaking brings these riveting tales to life, and they are so well written. Fun discovery: I love the British cozy mystery series Midsomer Murders and started watching old episodes, when a certain Sgt. Scott appeared in series 7 from 2004, I thought “hmm I recognize that voice!” Imagine my surprise when I discovered he’s John Hopkins from this podcast, which I’ve been listening to since episode 1! ... more
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Exploring the profound journeys of ordinary individuals facing extraordinary survival situations, this podcast captures intense narratives ranging from desert stranding to jungle disorientation and mountain marooning. Each episode unveils gripping accounts of resilience and determination, highlighting the human spirit's might against overwhelming odds, showcasing stories that reflect survival against the harshest conditions and inspire listeners to confront their personal challenges with courage.
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