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Real Survival Stories

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 banner at the top of the feed to get started or head to noiser.com/subscriptions. Go

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57:46

Swept Away in Antarctica: Great White Chaos

Real Survival Stories ·

2024/06/26

Two friends from Australia attempt the first unsupported crossing of the Antarctic Peninsula. The brutal conditions of the world’s southernmost continent have defeated many an intrepid explorer. But Peter Bland and Jay Watson are undeterred. Disaster strikes though, in the middle of the night. When Peter is mysteriously swept away, it’ll be down to Jay to find his mate and keep him alive…A Noiser production, written by Paul Olding. For more on this story read A Step Too Far: Peter Bland and the

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53:17

One Man and a Kayak: Adrift With Half a Paddle

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2024/06/19

Geoff Hunter sets out on an epic maritime adventure. He’s attempting to circumnavigate Britain in a tiny, homemade kayak. Fierce weather, rough seas and even run-ins with the military all add hurdles to the journey. But it’s off the coast of Scotland that things go from dangerous to life-threatening. Geoff will find himself half-drowned and alone - clinging onto a piece of bobbing metal - in the middle of the sea…A Noiser production, written by Macalister Bexon. For ad-free listening, bonus

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56:16

Caving Calamity: Scramble to the Surface

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2024/06/12

John Lane is leading a group of friends on an adventure which is not for the faint-hearted. They’re headed hundreds of feet underground - to explore a network of caves. In this claustrophobic maze of tiny gaps and subterranean streams, many things could go wrong. If John gets in trouble, he’ll have to use every skill in his caving arsenal if he’s to breathe fresh air again…A Noiser production, written by Joe Viner. For ad-free listening, bonus material and early access to new episodes, join

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54:01

Introducing: D-Day: The Tide Turns - Episode 1

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2024/06/06

This is a taster episode of a brand-new podcast from the Noiser network. Host Paul McGann follows the real people involved in the D-Day landings.It’s 1944 and Europe is in the grip of the Nazi war machine. But on the shores of Great Britain, thousands of men and women are planning the great fightback. What will it take to turn the tide of World War 2? Search ‘D-Day: The Tide Turns’ in your podcast app and hit follow to get new episodes each Thursday. Or listen at noiser.com Episode 2 is live now on

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53:02

Hanging by a Thread: Upside Down off a Mountain

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2024/06/05

ln the wilderness of Washington state, Dan Smith’s life literally hangs by a thread. After a terrifying accident, he’s left dangling in mid-air, mangled and bloody, with only a thin rope keeping him from certain death. There’s a 1500-foot drop below, the threat of avalanches above, and the nearest town is hours away. Getting out of this will require a truly heroic effort…A Noiser production, written by Chris McDonald. For ad-free listening, bonus material and early access to new episodes, join

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50:02

Pinned by a 4-Ton Boulder: Inches from Death

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2024/05/29

Kevin DePaolo is a ‘digital nomad’. He works remotely, lives in his van, and freely travels around the United States seeking new experiences. One day, he sets out to explore the desolate plains of Santa Rita Flat. But here, suddenly, the on-the-move adventurer will find himself trapped - crushed by an immense weight, unable to escape. Somehow, Kevin must find a way to hang on, as the life is squeezed out of him…A Noiser production, written by Joe Viner. For ad-free listening, bonus material and

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55:01

Alaska Adventure: Cut off in a Frozen Wilderness

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2024/05/22

Three friends venture into the depths of Alaska. Tackling some of the most extreme weather on Earth, they’re attempting to reach North America’s highest peak. Nigel, Steve and Anthony are experienced and well-prepared. But a series of unexpected twists will plunge them into a gruelling battle against howling tempests and debilitating frostbite - all at 20,000 feet. An act of incredible individual bravery may be their only hope…A Noiser production, written by Chris McDonald. For ad-free listening,

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55:56

Shipwrecked on a Reef: A Mother’s Courage

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2024/05/15

Jean Silverwood and her family are in the middle of a once-in-a-lifetime voyage around the world. As they sail serenely through the remote waters of French Polynesia, it seems the issues that once dogged them have been left behind. But when a freak night-time collision maroons them on a coral reef, they will have to overcome their greatest challenge yet. As the boat disintegrates, Jean must risk her own life to keep all her family alive… A Noiser production, written by Joe Viner. For ad-free

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50:59

Mountain Bike Crash: Ambushed at Sunset

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2024/05/08

An evening ride in the picturesque foothills of Southern California takes a terrifying turn. Anne Hjelle is a competitive mountain biker, used to pushing herself to the limit. But one evening in 2004, she is thrown out of nowhere into a primal struggle for her life. Even if she survives her battle with nature, what will her future hold? A Noiser production, written by Chris McDonald. For more on Anne’s story read Skin Deep. For ad-free listening, bonus material and early access to new episodes, join

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52:10

Dangling off a Granite Cliff: Teenager Runs for Help

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2024/05/01

Two rock climbers - father and son - embark on an epic adventure in the Idaho wilderness. But as they work their way up jagged ridges and towering cliffs, little do they know how far their bond will be tested. When dad David Finlayson is critically injured, young Charlie will face a situation well beyond his years. He must save his father’s life, then strike out for help alone…A Noiser production, written by Joe Viner. For ad-free listening, bonus material and early access to new episodes, join

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55:43

Fishing Trip Nightmare: Dragged Under in the Coral Sea

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2024/04/24

Maike Hohnen is an experienced seaman. His 7-year-old son, Julian, loves getting out on the waves just as much as he does. Joined by a friend, Stephen, they fish the sparkling waters off Australia’s Sunshine Coast. They have no idea that, mere feet beneath them, disaster is brewing. Soon Maike will find himself adrift - in the middle of the ocean, in the middle of the night - with his little boy clinging on to him for dear life… A Noiser production, written by Jane Deith. For ad-free listening,

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50:12

Desert Rescue: Blazing Sun, Twist of Fate

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2024/04/17

Worn out by city life, a young travel journalist decides it’s time to reconnect with herself out in the desert. But what should be a straightforward hike soon turns into a very different journey of self-discovery. Claire Nelson finds herself deep amidst the sand, trapped in a gully. None of her friends or family know where she is. How on earth will she be rescued before the elements overwhelm her?A Noiser production, written by Dan Smith. For more on Claire’s amazing story read Things I Learned

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55:29

Dash to the Summit: Avalanche Approaching…

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2024/04/10

In remotest India, one moment of misfortune sees a daring adventure snowball into an epic escape. A group of professional mountaineers set out to ascend Panchachuli V, an unclimbed Himalayan peak. But in whiteout conditions the treacherous, adrenalising descent will nearly cost Stephen Venables his life…A Noiser production, written by Joe Viner. For ad-free listening, bonus material and early access to new episodes, join Noiser+. Click the Noiser+ banner to get started. Or, if you’re on Spotify or

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29:54

Introducing: The Curious History of Your Home - The...

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2024/04/08

A brand-new podcast from the Noiser network. Join domestic historian Ruth Goodman as she explores the remarkable, often epic, tales behind everyday objects. This taster episode is all about the fridge. In Ancient Persia, ingenious ice houses refrigerate food in one of the hottest deserts on earth. Bronze Age sites on Orkney reveal the secrets of early cold storage systems. A well-known sea captain becomes the face of a frozen food brand, with a little help from the Inuit of northern Canada. And

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50:13

Tomb of Ice: 40-Foot Plunge Into a Crevasse

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2024/04/03

After a relaxing family holiday in a Montana national park, Ted Porter stays on for a few days. He wants to explore, to tackle some longer hikes and bigger climbs. But as he descends a remote glacier all alone, a whirlwind of an accident leaves him trapped inside a deep fissure in the ice. With no hope of rescue, and with a broken back, he must somehow find a way out. Ted is about to discover an inner strength he never knew he had…A Noiser production, written by Chris McDonald. For ad-free

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49:19

Sinking Cruise Ship: Unlikely Heroes (Part 2 of 2)

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2024/03/28

We return to the MTS Oceanos for the second part of Moss Hills’s extraordinary tale. With time running out on the sinking ship, and in the absence of senior officers, the heroic on-board entertainment crew must step up to the plate. They will save the lives of the remaining passengers… or die trying…A Noiser production, written by Joe Viner. For ad-free listening, bonus material and early access to new episodes, join Noiser+. Click the Noiser+ banner to get started. Or, if you’re on Spotify or

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48:43

Sinking Cruise Ship: Launch the Lifeboats (Part 1 of 2)

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2024/03/21

Moss Hills is a guitarist. He and Tracy, his wife, work as musicians on board a luxury ocean liner. It’s their job to keep the passengers happy, whatever the weather. But when the vessel hits deadly seas and the power cuts out, the couple will find themselves responsible for a lot more than the guests’ entertainment…A Noiser production, written by Joe Viner. Listen to Part 2 of Moss’s story right now, without waiting a week, by subscribing to Noiser+. Go to noiser.com/subscriptions to find out

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49:30

Boulder Crush: Tumbling Down a Snowfield

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2024/03/14

After scaling the stunning Mount Goddard, an accident leaves Gregg Hein seriously injured at four thousand metres. Things only get worse as he falls down the mountainside, hurtling towards the rocks below. Even if he can halt his descent, in his condition his prospects are bleak. And this deep in the backcountry, he’s totally alone…A Noiser production, written by Chris McDonald. For ad-free listening, bonus material and early access to new episodes, join Noiser+. Click the Noiser+ banner to get

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48:54

Marooned on an Island: Watch Out for Dragons…

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2024/03/07

A leisurely scuba dive in Indonesia goes sideways when the group is caught in a fierce current. Swept out to sea, Jim Manning and his fellow castaways must find land urgently. But even if they make it ashore, what awaits them on terra firma may pose an even greater danger…A Noiser production, written by Joe Viner. For ad-free listening, bonus material and early access to new episodes, join Noiser+. Click the Noiser+ banner to get started. Or, if you’re on Spotify or Android, go

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48:16

Ultrarunning Accident: One False Step…

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2024/02/29

In Wyoming’s Wind River Mountains, Gabe Joyes hits the trails in preparation for an upcoming ultramarathon. But a single innocuous stumble sees his run take a deadly turn. With his life literally slipping through his fingers, Gabe needs to act lightning fast to stand any chance of pulling through…A Noiser production, written by Chris McDonald. For ad-free listening, bonus material and early access to new episodes, join Noiser+. Click the Noiser+ banner to get started. Or, if you’re on Spotify or

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