56 episodes

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…

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Hosted by John Hopkins. Production: Joel Duddell, Ed Baranski, Luke Lonergan, Miri Pitman Latham, Rob Plummer, Cian Ryan-Morgan, Cody Reynolds-Shaw. Compositions by Oliver Baines, Dorry Macaulay, Tom Pink.

Real Survival Stories Noiser

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    • 3.2 • 10 Ratings

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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.fm

Hosted by John Hopkins. Production: Joel Duddell, Ed Baranski, Luke Lonergan, Miri Pitman Latham, Rob Plummer, Cian Ryan-Morgan, Cody Reynolds-Shaw. Compositions by Oliver Baines, Dorry Macaulay, Tom Pink.

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    Starvation in the Outback: Aussie Bushwhacking

    Starvation in the Outback: Aussie Bushwhacking

    This episode will be available for free on August 1st 2024. For instant access, ad-free listening and bonus material, join Noiser+.

    In northern Australia, two friends venture deep into the bush on the lookout for a mysterious serpent. But after weeks trekking through desert plains and ancient jungle, Will and Geoff’s plans start falling apart. Out of supplies, with the weather and the wildlife against them, they must find a way to stave off starvation… without becoming food themselves…

    A Noiser production, written by Macalister Bexon.

    For more on this story check out Swimming With Crocodiles by Will Chaffey.

    If you have an amazing survival story of your own that you’d like to put forward, let us know. Drop us an email at support@noiser.com

    Tsunami in Sri Lanka

    Tsunami in Sri Lanka

    A couple are torn apart by one of the most terrible natural disasters the world has ever seen. In December 2004, Brits Pat and Pete Etheridge are on holiday in Sri Lanka. But one tranquil day, the island is engulfed by a devastating tsunami. Swept away in the torrent, the Etheridges will face their own individual battles to survive before they can even begin to find their way back to each other…

    A Noiser production, written by Joe Viner.

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    Pat and Pete got in touch after listening to the show. If you have an amazing survival story of your own that you’d like to put forward, let us know. Drop us an email at support@noiser.com
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    • 55 min
    Trapped Inside an Iceberg

    Trapped Inside an Iceberg

    Canadian Jill Heinerth has one of the most dangerous jobs on earth. She’s a cave diver - she explores underwater tunnels and caverns. In 2001, she travels to the Southern Ocean, attempting to become the first person to swim inside an iceberg. Needless to say, Jill gets more than she bargained for…
    A Noiser production, written by Macalister Bexon.
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    If you have an amazing survival story of your own that you’d like to put forward for the show, let us know. Drop us an email at support@noiser.com
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    • 56 min
    Hawaii Wildfire: Ocean or Inferno? (Part 2 of 2)

    Hawaii Wildfire: Ocean or Inferno? (Part 2 of 2)

    We return to Annelise Cochran and the Lahaina wildfire. As the blaze intensifies, she and her neighbours must band together to keep each other going. But as the night deepens, new and unexpected travails present themselves. The locals will find themselves trapped between the devil and the deep blue sea…
    A Noiser production, written by Joe Viner.
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    Annelise is a listener to the show who got in touch with her incredible story. If you have an amazing survival story of your own that you’d like to put forward for the show, let us know. Drop us an email at support@noiser.com
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    • 47 min
    Hawaii Wildfire: Island in Flames (Part 1 of 2)

    Hawaii Wildfire: Island in Flames (Part 1 of 2)

    Annelise Cochran is a marine conservationist who lives a tranquil life in Hawaii. But in 2023, the island paradise she calls home transforms into a hellish inferno. As a colossal wildfire tears through her historic seaside town, the terrified locals take refuge along a small strip of coastline. There, Annelise will be forced into a terrifying decision…
    A Noiser production, written by Joe Viner.
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    Annelise is a listener to the show who got in touch with her incredible story. If you have an amazing survival story of your own that you’d like to put forward for the show, let us know. Drop us an email at support@noiser.com
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    • 47 min
    Swept Away in Antarctica: Great White Chaos

    Swept Away in Antarctica: Great White Chaos

    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 Obsession of Adventure (https://www.peterbland.com).
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    • 57 min

Customer Reviews

3.2 out of 5
10 Ratings

10 Ratings

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