Real Survival Stories

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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…New episodes Thursdays. Get every episode a week early, as well as ad-free listening, with Noiser+. For more information head to noiser.com/subscriptions.For advertising enquiries, email info@adelicious.fmHosted by John Hopkins. Production: Joel Duddell, Ed Baranski, Luke Lonergan, Miri Latham, Jacob Booth, Liam Cameron, Rob Plummer, Cian Ryan-Morgan, Cody Reynolds-Shaw. Compositions by Oliver Baines, Dorry Macaulay, Tom Pink.

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  • Jennkero
    Well produced, amazing stories
    I love this podcast and John Hopkins as host. The stories keep me hooked the whole time. I appreciate the variety of backgrounds and all the different types of situations the survivors faced. Please keep telling their stories. Thank you!
  • The Crabber
    Fantastic Podcast!
    This is an amazing podcast! Since finding it, I’m binge listening and find myself telling anyone/everyone they have to listen to it. Unbelievable stories. So well put together. The whole time I’m listening, I’m saying “oh my, oh my goodness, no way!” Absolutely fantastic!!
  • Podcast Evangelist
    Exquisite!
    This production is just so beautifully researched, written, and edited! I’ve binged other survival story podcasts before, but I’m enjoying this one in a special way. The descriptions are so gorgeous, the scene setting so evocative, that there are times I go back and listen again, because I really want to take it in. I’m also learning about the common characteristics and motives of people who survive the unsurvivable, and I’m making a list of mistakes as well. Not that I plan to hike in the desert anytime soon, but if I do, I’ll be better prepared that that Kiwi gal who broke her pelvis. And if I’m somewhere where it’s a good idea to carry bear spray, I won’t bury it in the bottom of my pack!
  • FoxTail@FoxTail’sBooks&Stories
    Yes!!
    I lovvvve this podcast!! The suspense is soo good and I love it when Christian’s talk about how they pray during the experience and how their life is better after the trauma. Also, think, the people who aren’t Christians usual end up with trauma and stress about the experience a lot, but the Christians talk about having a better life. That’s not true for everyone, but I thought that was interesting. Also, Hopkins does such a good job! It’s so good. Also how do people get on the podcast?
  • MaryEllen7531
    Real Survival Stories
    This podcast is so well written and researched I binged every episode—my only complaint is that I’ve run out of episodes. I could literally listen to John Hopkins talk all day long—what a great voice!!
  • debrarose0516
    So captivating
    So much suspense. I love it.
  • TJ90tr
    True addiction
    Honestly, one of the best narratives along with research journalism and upmost a heart pumping adrenaline you can get from a real survivor story podcast 10 out of 10 recommended thank you so much. I listen to you constantly and can’t wait for more and more.
  • TaylorSanderssss
    Favorite podcast
    My favorite podcast! Love the true stories and the narrators voice!
  • idontbeliveu
    too much hyperbole
    The stories are engaging and the writer does a great job of prolonging the drama. But some of the stories seem downright fake at many points. There are some example of “survivors” dining off their experiences by writing books which seems to me just self aggrandizing oneself for being stupid and placing oneself and others at risk. Some of the stories seem more genuine than others. And as another reviewer stated- shipwreck stories are repetitive and boring.
  • lavaseeker
    As good as it gets
    I really love this series. John Hopkins is a brilliant storyteller and virtually all the subject matter is edge-of-your-seat captivating. Bravo!!
  • R&A365
    Excellent!!
    This is our favorite podcast for survival stories. Very well written and engaging episodes. For true outdoors people, this is your podcast.
  • Kev1580
    Interesting but…
    This podcast is interesting, but they push so much global warming politics it has become very annoying.
  • xMerlotx
    Love the pod… but enough with the sailing episodes!
    The sailing episodes are soooo repetitive and boring. Bring more animal attacks please.
  • johnsrecovered
    E70
    Just listened to E70. Amazing!
  • Gwenna S.
    ❤️❤️❤️
    Can’t get enough of this podcast!
  • ErinZ
    Give this a try
    Well done podcast with great stories.
  • AmandaT91
    The best
    I recommend this podcast constantly! It’s so real, uplifting, & humbling to hear how resilient people are.
  • clement Black
    I like it
    This is the best podcast ever
  • nizer
    God saves the day
    This podcast starts out pretty great, but every single story is an ad for Jesus! Other adventures die, yet each person in these episodes survives because God has chosen to save them because they “prayed” to them. The idea that “god” choose who to kill and who to let live is such a disconnect and the delusion that YOU are special. Show deleted.
  • mamacitaliza
    HOMOGENEOUS WHITE PRIVILEGED STORIES
    It would be interesting to hear MORE stories from another demographic than the almost exclusivity provided considering many of these stories are from all over the world
  • ebiggsy
    Soooo good!
    Buried Alive in a Gold Mine had me hyperventilating! I love every episode but this one especially got to me. Amazing story!
  • tessnicked
    The Best!
    This is the only podcast I check for to see if the new episode has dropped yet. It’s the only podcast that I care if I miss something if I have to do something else while I’m listening ~ I rewind it. It’s well done, well told, a great mix of real life and a touch of drama to make you feel like you’re there with the survivors. Love this podcast ~
  • AMF_14
    A Must-Listen
    Interesting stories, great pacing. The host’s tone and accent make for great storytelling… I could listen to him read a phone book and be totally delighted.
  • Keith from SC MO
    Real survival
    Another great podcast from noiser! Highly recommend this show to anyone who enjoys stories of humans displaying a fight for life and the rescue teams and personnel around the globe who risk it all to save another’s life.
  • Mule_Skinner45
    John Hopkins!!
    This is becoming my most anticipated podcast. Great!!
  • K1K2K3K4Zoooooooooo098
    So addicted…
    … to hearing the narrator pronounce the word “glacier.” GLASS - E - ER
  • bobareba
    Somewhat irritating
    Great podcast. Clear, concise storytelling. However, some of the actual situations are very troubling in the fact they never should have occurred. The man who kayaked around the British Isles and the couple who entered the Grand Canyon (even though the entrance was closed) through an “alternate” road and then got their car stuck in a snow storm were very irritating. The park entrances are closed for a reason and people should ALWAYS be aware of weather conditions! They put not only themselves but their 10 year old son in a situation that never should have been. The kayaker was just plain foolhardy and had no good reason for doing what he did. Accidents are one thing but to purposefully put yourself and others in a dangerous position is really troubling.
  • u dont make friends wit salad
    Great podcast
    This is the best podcast that i listen to, i eagerly await each episode. John, your narration and storytelling, pace, accent (I’m American) is riveting. Thank you for finding these incredible stories, I see myself in each situation and wonder…great job mate!
  • n8gro
    Fire
    People are free to say why they think fires are more common now. However to blindly say that climate change is the reason is being a bit pessimistic. Forests are very poorly managed especially in the United States. Billion dollar budgeted agencies with Land Management in their title can’t be bothered with cleaning up and taking care of our land. Blame people all you want for the troubles affecting us, just start at the top.
  • caned blob
    Good podcasts
    I lOVE this podcast so interesting but a little sad 5stars .
  • aeb1119
    10⭐️
    Excellent, EXCELLENT podcast. The host + first hand account from the survivors.. it’s perfect. I just found and cannot stop listening! Don’t change a single thing!!
  • somebody 1314
    Interesting at times…
    Can be a little bit too dramatic at times… especially the way the host talks… but overall interesting and very well done :)
  • Hand saw 99
    Solid
    Great host, tells stories well combined with actual people who went through the ordeal. Change nothing, spot on!! This pod cast can not be beat period!!
  • EazyEthanM
    Great storytelling
    A++ I find myself taking a deep breath whilst appreciating my life while I listen to each episode.
  • SlothsSwimWeirdHuh?
    Wow!
    I just listened to “Pinned by a 4 ton Boulder..” and it evoked so many emotions! Fear, Hope, love for friends and family, deep appreciation for rescue workers and health care professionals..just amazing! Bravo! Excellent quality podcast!
  • jennnnnnn247
    Good balance of storytelling without being gruesome
    Love the variety and firsthand interviews of the survivors. Would it be possible to add some experts at the end giving us pointers for the best ways to handle ourselves if we encounter these emergencies? It would lower the anxiety that always builds up while listening.
  • Andy-rew-rew
    Amazing
    My favorite survival story podcast.
  • Danohawker
    John Hopkins is the best!
    Very well done and always interesting. John Hopkins has an amazing voice- and adds a serious layer of drama to every podcast he narrates. I’m very impressed with the work and attention to detail thaf Noiser puts into all of their material. Why I pay for the membership. Keep up the good work!
  • Bugsy and Maxx
    My favorite podcast
    Love this podcast and you can learn what to do and not do in a similar situation. Seeing a new podcast in my latest feed always makes me smile and I’m excited to listen to each one.
  • Satiated Grouponer
    Insensitive timing?
    I love this podcast, but today I listened to the latest release about David & Charlie Finlayson’s rock climbing incident. There was something that made me google the story afterwards…come to find out David Finlayson sadly passed away a month before this podcast episode :( I’m not sure how I feel about the story being shared and emphasizing how he’s still alive, only to find out that he passed away before the episode was even released.
  • Pollyanxarne
    OMG
    I just listened to my first survival story and it was so scary and exciting at the same time! I love listening to it so much thank you are doing a great job! TYSM!!!!!!!! -Theslimesas 💗
  • bgtrfdjh
    My favorite podcast!
    Finally a show full of all good things: heroism, adventure, courage and hope. The narrator and the content are excellent. Absolutely love this show! Thank you!
  • GILBERT BUBBA
    Absolutely Amazing
    Best narrator EVER!!!
  • I LOVE cats... MEWOW!!!
    Awesome.
    This is definitely one of my favorite podcasts. John Hopkins has a great voice and is super easy and nice to listen to. The production is wonderful and I love the subtle music and sound effects in the background. The people that these stories are about are true survivors that endured horrific things. Very inspiring.
  • Unknown listener45
    Another great podcast!
    I love Noisers podcasts but they haven’t done a detectives Don’t sleep episode since last year. Please focus on detectives don’t sleep too.
  • paVEme/nt
    Concept-A+
    Follow through-C-
  • Mark B61
    I listen every week.
    Great stories. Great narration. One of my favorite podcasts.
  • shutfvjuv
    Entertaining
    This is my guilty please. I like that they have the actual people talk about their experience and not just a narrator telling the entire story. The stories are uplifting and inspiring. I look forward to my weekly episode.
  • Svenni1976
    Best poscast network on the planet
    NOISER is simply in their own league, exciting, calming, educational.. all aspects of interests covered. Love it!!
  • j.c.schultz
    Great pod
    Good job mr Hopkins you are doing a great thing by helping these people talk about the scary things they have been through
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