They Actually Survived

Salina and Andy

Salina and Andy take you through thrilling survival stories where people experience their darkest moments from animal attacks, natural disasters, and accidents. They share the heart-pounding moments these survivors took to find a way to survive!

  1. 08/19/2021

    Ep. 17 High Tide and Snow Dive

    In our latest episode of They Actually Survived Andy shares the story of Angela Hernandez and how she survived flying off a cliff onto a remote beach. Salina shares the scary story of a young Ethan Goss as he disappears into a tree well.  What's a tree well you ask?...you just have to listen in.

    22 min

  2. 07/27/2021

    Ep. 16-Seals and Dogs to the Rescue

    In the latest episode of They Actually Survived Andy shares the incredible story of Mike Day and his heroic actions that saved not only the men on his platoon but many innocent women and children.  All while being shot 27 times! Salina shares the story of Danelle Ballengee, a seasoned athlete whose small 8 mile run with her canine companion, Taz turns into a fight for her life.  Learn how Danelle recounts her journey and leans on Taz for help.

    25 min

  3. 06/14/2021

    Ep. 15 Journey to Darkness

    In our latest episode of They Actually Survived, Andy shares the story of the Robinson Family when their small yacht, that served as their home was struck by Orcas.  Listen in as the family goes through their darkest moments watching their treasured home succumb to the ocean and how the mother kept the family all together. Salina shares the story of Amber and how her sunset hike alone turned into the fight for her life when she losses her footing and falls down a cliff.  Amber had to actually participate in her own rescue. Each of these ladies had to find their fire within at their darkest point.

    41 min

  4. 06/02/2021

    Ep. 14-Blood on the Ice and Long Time at Sea

    In our newest episode of "They Actually Survived" Andy takes us through the story of an NHL player, Clint Malarchuk that suffered one of the most horrific injuries in hockey history when his neck was sliced open by an ice skate during a hockey game.   Salina shares the story of Jose Salvador Alvarenga and his incredible story of surviving being lost at sea for a very long time!  Jose goes down in history as being lost at sea the longest!

    38 min

  5. 05/03/2021

    Ep. 13-Norway and No-Way!

    In this latest episode of "They Actually Survived" Andy shares the story of a Commando from Norway fighting against Nazi Germany.  With everything against him, he finds a way to survive and actually ignite a fire within an entire country!   Salina share's her story of a GPS gone wrong in Death Valley with each turn becoming more and more dangerous.  We also add in our fear of driving in the mountains while it's hailing!

    44 min

  6. 04/19/2021

    Ep. 12 Part 3 Andy's Second Chance-Strength in Vulnerability (Andy's Own Survival Story)

    In this episode of "They Actually Survived" we come full circle with Andy's own Survival Story in Part 3 of Andy's Second Chance-Strength in Vulnerability. This is a deep look into the realization of how Andy truly survived his medical emergency and finding his voice.  Andy takes us through the steps he took on dealing with the trauma and how he navigates life after.

    44 min

  7. 04/05/2021

    Ep. 11 Part 2 Andy's Second Chance-I don't want to bother anyone! (Andy's own Survival Story)

    In this latest episode of They Actually Survived we take you to Part 2 of Andy's own Survival Story.  This episode was named "I don't want to bother anyone!" and the main theme of part 2. Listen as Andy shares his story in the hospital and the crazy thoughts he goes through trying not to be a bother. Andy also somehow becomes a Hobbit as he eats three dinners.  If only his mom would give him a home-cooked meal that he wanted..... We also touch on the mental health aspect of being a survivor.

    1h 35m

  8. 03/22/2021

    Ep. 10 Andy's Second Chance (Andy's own Survival Story)

    In Episode 10 of They Actually Survived our very own host, Andy takes us through the roller coaster of his own survival story. Listen as he reveals the clues that something felt wrong which lead to his emergency room visit via Ambulance.  His story has it all-it's scary, it was a fight for his life and of course, it has humor sprinkled throughout.  Did you expect less from our Andy!

    1h 8m
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Salina and Andy take you through thrilling survival stories where people experience their darkest moments from animal attacks, natural disasters, and accidents. They share the heart-pounding moments these survivors took to find a way to survive!

Information

  • Creator
    Salina and Andy
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 They Actually Survived
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