The CRUX: True Survival Stories

Kaycee McIntosh, Julie Henningsen, Bleav
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The CRUX: True Survival Stories Podcast

Are you drawn to thrilling survival stories where characters overcome impossible odds? The Crux: True Survival Stories is your podcast. Join us for gripping tales of resilience and invaluable insights into wilderness survival and the mindset needed to overcome adversity. Hosted by Kaycee McIntosh and Julie Henningsen, both passionate about wilderness and medicine, our podcast is fueled by real-life stories and the pivotal moments that determine life or death outcomes. Tune in for captivating narratives that entertain and educate. Airing every Monday!

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    The Great Molasses Flood of 1919: A Sticky Historical Disaster | E126

    In this episode of The Crux True Survival Story Podcast, hosts Julie Henningsen and Kaycee McIntosh explore one of the most bizarre disasters in history: the Great Molasses Flood of 1919. When a massive steel tank burst in Boston's North End, it unleashed a deadly wave of molasses, claiming lives and devastating the city

    26 min

  2. 16 SEPT

    Surviving the Wild: Shane Burke's Battle with a Grizzly in the Tetons | E125

    In this episode of Crux True Survival Stories, hosts Kaycee McIntosh and Julie Henningsen speak with Shane Burke about his terrifying grizzly bear encounter in the Tetons. Shane’s quick thinking, bear spray, and guidance from his EMT-trained wife, Chloe, helped him survive, while his journey also reflects on overcoming personal struggles and finding peace through photography.

    44 min

  3. 9 SEPT

    Terror in the Skies: Pilots Lose Control of a Flight at 37,000 Feet | E124

    In this episode of the Crux True Survival Story Podcast, Julie Henningsen and Kaycee McIntosh recount the terrifying ordeal of United Flight 232. With a catastrophic engine failure at 37,000 feet, the pilots lost control of the aircraft, yet heroic teamwork turned this near-certain disaster into an incredible survival story. Discover the brave efforts that saved 185 lives and how this event reshaped aviation safety forever.

    20 min

  4. 2 SEPT

    Escape from Hell: One Photographer's Fight to Survive Mount St. Helens | E123

    In this episode of Crux True Survival Stories, hosts Kaycee McIntosh and Julie Henningsen dive into the catastrophic eruption of Mount St. Helens on May 18, 1980. They recount the harrowing experiences of photographers Robert Landsburg and Reid Blackburn, who lost their lives while documenting the eruption. The hosts also share the miraculous survival story of David Crockett, a photographer who narrowly escaped the eruption by relying on intuition and quick thinking. The episode underscores the unpredictability and incredible power of nature, along with the tenacity of human spirit

    38 min

  5. 26 AUG

    The Epic Mt. St. Helens Eruption: Venus Dergan and Ronald Reitan's Unexpected Survival | E122

    The episode of the Crux True Survival Podcast, hosted by Kaycee McIntosh and Julie Henningsen, explores the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens. Kaycee introduces the subject with vivid storytelling and discusses the memories it brings back for Julie, a former Seattle resident. They talk about the day of the eruption, detailing the experiences of survivors Venus Dergan, Ronald Reitan. The discussion touches on the geologic build-up to the eruption, including seismic activity and the formation of a magma bulge. The podcast also delves into the evacuation efforts, the significant impact of the eruption, and the personal accounts of victims and survivors. It concludes with a promise of more survival stories related to the Mount St. Helens eruption.

    39 min

  6. 19 AUG

    Torpedoed: The Remarkable WWII Survival of Ray Downs and His Family | E121

    In this episode of the Crux True Survival Story Podcast, hosts Julie Henningsen and Kaycee McIntosh recount the remarkable World War II survival tale of Ray Downs and his family. On May 19, 1942, eight-year-old Ray, his mother Ina, his father Raymond Sr., and his sister Lucille were aboard the merchant ship Heredia, which was struck by German U-boat torpedoes 40 miles off the coast of New Orleans. Despite the ship sinking rapidly, the entire family miraculously survived 20 hours in the shark-infested waters of the Gulf of Mexico before being rescued, defying the odds amid wartime peril.

    27 min

  7. 12 AUG

    100 Miles in the Sonoran Desert: Pablo Valencia's Fight for Survival | E120

    In this episode of the Crux True Survival Stories, hosts Julie Henningsen and Kaycee McIntosh recount the harrowing tale of Pablo Valencia, who survived eight days with minimal water in the Sonoran Desert in 1905. They detail Valencia's journey along El Camino del Diablo, his separation from his guide, and his desperate measures to stay alive, including drinking his own urine and eating insects. Found near death, his recovery was dramatic but left lasting impacts on his health. The episode also delves into the physiological effects of severe dehydration and heat exhaustion, providing a gripping narrative of survival against all odds.

    43 min

  8. 5 AUG

    Overboard: Stories of Two Men Who Defied the Odds After Falling from Cruise Ships | E119

    Join hosts Kaycee McIntosh and Julie Henningsen in this gripping episode of Crux True Survival Stories, where they explore the chilling accounts of individuals who fell overboard from cruise ships and defied the odds to survive. Highlighting stories like James Michael Grimes, who endured nearly 20 hours adrift in the Gulf of Mexico, and Tim Sears, who swam for 17 hours after falling from a Carnival cruise ship, the episode delves into the realities, risks, and resilience of these harrowing experiences. Alongside poignant narratives, Kaycee and Julie discuss crucial safety statistics, offer practical tips for cruise ship passengers, and examine mysterious disappearances at sea. Discover how preparedness and responsible behavior can make all the difference in maritime survival.

    44 min
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Are you drawn to thrilling survival stories where characters overcome impossible odds? The Crux: True Survival Stories is your podcast. Join us for gripping tales of resilience and invaluable insights into wilderness survival and the mindset needed to overcome adversity. Hosted by Kaycee McIntosh and Julie Henningsen, both passionate about wilderness and medicine, our podcast is fueled by real-life stories and the pivotal moments that determine life or death outcomes. Tune in for captivating narratives that entertain and educate. Airing every Monday!

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  • Creator
    Kaycee McIntosh, Julie Henningsen, Bleav
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    127
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Kaycee McIntosh, Julie Henningsen
  • Show Website
    The CRUX: True Survival Stories

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