Lived to Tell

Lived to Tell
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Hosted by Caitlin Van Mol, this podcast is about people who have been through something they almost didn’t come back from but lived to tell the tale.

  1. Heather - "I Couldn't Move Any of My Body"

    16M AGO

    Heather - "I Couldn't Move Any of My Body"

    Heather Grossman's ex-husband told her that if she ever left him, he would kill her.  He tried, but failed, to deliver on that promise, leaving Heather paralyzed from the neck down.  Heather's GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/paralyzed-in-paradiseHeather's Book: https://a.co/d/0a4FFCvIHeather's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heather.grossman.2025 Show Instagram: @LivedToTellPodcastTikTok: @LivedToTellPodcastCaitlin's Instagram: @caitlinvanmolemail: livedtotellpod@gmail.com

    49 min
  2. Dan Part Two - "I'm Going to Survive This"

    FEB 4

    Dan Part Two - "I'm Going to Survive This"

    This episode is part two of Dan's story.  If you haven't listened to part one, go back and listen to that episode first. Dan was blinded by a bear and now has to figure out how to live a full life without his sight. Buy Dan's Book: Beyond the BearDan's FacebookDan's Website: http://danbigley.com/family/Show Instagram: @LivedToTellPodcastTikTok: @LivedToTellPodcastCaitlin's Instagram: @caitlinvanmolemail: livedtotellpod@gmail.com

    36 min
  3. Dan Part One - "She Turned Her Head Sideways, Bit Down Across My Face, and Chewed"

    JAN 28

    Dan Part One - "She Turned Her Head Sideways, Bit Down Across My Face, and Chewed"

    Dan Bigley was wrapping up a long day of fishing when he inadvertently got on the wrong side of a mama bear.  This encounter would alter the way he moved in the world permanently. Buy Dan's Book: Beyond the BearDan's Facebook Dan's Website: http://danbigley.com/family/ Show Instagram: @LivedToTellPodcastTikTok: @LivedToTellPodcastCaitlin's Instagram: @caitlinvanmolemail: livedtotellpod@gmail.com

    33 min
  4. Vernetta - "He Told Me, 'I Killed Her'"

    JAN 14

    Vernetta - "He Told Me, 'I Killed Her'"

    Vernetta Cockerham did everything she could to protect herself from her estranged husband, Richard.  But probation, an order of protection, and an active warrant didn't stop him from bringing Vernetta's nightmares to life.

    49 min
  5. A Hit on Travis Tritt

    12/31/2025

    A Hit on Travis Tritt

    Today, I present to you what was initially a Patreon bonus episode.  I may incorporate this format into the regular feed going forward, but let me know if you like this or not.  But do not worry - this would not replace the regular interview episodes! Show Instagram: @LivedToTellPodcastTikTok: @LivedToTellPodcastCaitlin's Instagram: @caitlinvanmolemail: livedtotellpod@gmail.com

    47 min
  6. James - "I Just Remember Thinking, 'I’m Dead'"

    12/17/2025

    James - "I Just Remember Thinking, 'I’m Dead'"

    James stopped to help a stranded car on an icy overpass.  While on the phone with 911, trying to get help, a truck slipped on the ice and hit James, throwing him over the side of the bridge.  His rehab and recovery journey spanned years, with some permanent injuries.   Show Instagram: @LivedToTellPodcast TikTok: @LivedToTellPodcast Caitlin's Instagram: @caitlinvanmol email: livedtotellpod@gmail.com

    46 min
  7. Natasha - "They Made Them Kneel Down and Shot Them in the Back of the Head"

    12/03/2025

    Natasha - "They Made Them Kneel Down and Shot Them in the Back of the Head"

    Natasha Aeriel recounts the 2007 Newark schoolyard shootings, where her brother and two friends were murdered.  Natasha survived several stabbings and a gunshot to the face, barely.  She reflects on grief, forgiveness, and rebuilding her life, ultimately finding purpose in youth outreach and community empowerment. Show Instagram: @LivedToTellPodcast TikTok: @LivedToTellPodcast Caitlin's Instagram: @caitlinvanmol email: livedtotellpod@gmail.com

    46 min
  8. Nicholas - "I Didn’t Know He Had a Knife in His Hand Until It Was in My Left Lung"

    11/19/2025

    Nicholas - "I Didn’t Know He Had a Knife in His Hand Until It Was in My Left Lung"

    Nicholas Iwamoto went on a hike to test his physical abilities, but he would end up being tested beyond his worst nightmares. Nicholas's Facebook Nicholas's Instagram Show Instagram: @LivedToTellPodcast TikTok: @LivedToTellPodcast Caitlin's Instagram: @caitlinvanmol email: livedtotellpod@gmail.com

    54 min
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Hosted by Caitlin Van Mol, this podcast is about people who have been through something they almost didn’t come back from but lived to tell the tale.

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  • Creator
    Lived to Tell
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    51
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Lived to Tell

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