Join us as we recount the events leading up to that fateful day, when a massive undersea earthquake off the coast of Sumatra triggered a series of devastating tsunamis that ravaged coastlines across South and Southeast Asia. The Alvarez Bayon family, vacationing in Thailand's Khao Lak region, found themselves directly in the path of the oncoming tsunami.
In this gripping episode, we step back in time to the spring of 1945 as we uncover the tragic story of the Gremlin Special, a sightseeing tour that ended in disaster for the twenty-four men and women aboard a Douglas C-47 Skytrain. From excited anticipation to unforeseen peril, their journey was about to take a dark turn. Don't pay hundreds of dollars for private tutors or waste hours on apps that don't really help you speak the language. Babbel's quick 10 minute lessons are handcrafted by over ...
Welcome to this episode of Unbreakable, where we share stories of resilience, perseverance, and triumph in the face of adversity. Today, we'll be diving into the incredible journey of Eric Lemaque, a former professional hockey player turned snowboarder who survived eight days lost in the French Alps. Join us as we uncover the harrowing tale of survival, determination, and the will to never give up. This is the story of Eric Lamarque.
The incredible story of Mauro Prosperi, a participant in the Marathon des Sables, a grueling six-day endurance race through the Sahara Desert. When a unexpected sandstorm hits and sends Prosperi off course, he finds himself lost and alone in the vast desert with limited supplies for 10 days.
In this gripping episode, we delve into the remarkable true story of Ada Blackjack, a woman who found herself thrust into the unforgiving wilderness of the Arctic. Stranded on Wrangel Island with a group of ill-fated explorers, Ada's resilience and determination became the stuff of legend as she faced unimaginable challenges to survive. Join us as we unravel the harrowing tale of Ada's fight against the elements, isolation, and despair, showcasing the indomitable human spirit in the face of adve...
As the episode unfolds, we learn of the myriad challenges Harry encountered—from a serious head injury to battling malnourishment and dehydration. Through sheer willpower and resourcefulness, Harry devised ingenious ways to procure food, build shelter, and signal for rescue, despite being weakened by his injuries and the harsh conditions.
Surviving in cold temperatures under precipitation all alone, with no plan or equipment to speak of, is a tall order for any human being. Multiply that several times for how tough it must be on a small three year old, but that was exactly the scenario for Ryker Webb. The Montana toddler was playing on June 3rd of 2022 with the Webb family dog outside of their Troy, Montana home. The backyard of that home consists of plenty of forest land that goes on for miles. Troy is the type of town that most...
Mary Grimm is a free-spirited adventurer who has always had a passion for exploring the unknown. Born and raised in a small town in Oregon, Mary had a deep love for nature and a curiosity that could never be quenched. From a young age, Mary dreamt of traveling the world and experiencing different cultures. She spent hours reading books about far-off lands, immersing herself in the stories and dreaming of the day she could embark on her own journey.
October 29th, 2012. A couple of days before Halloween. New Yorkers were told to prepare for this day starting the week prior. Hurricane Sandy had formed in the Western Caribbean Sea on October 22nd, and meteorologists feared for the worst for residents nearest to the coast. Kim Joyce, a resident of Staten Island, was one of those told to evacuate her home on the weekend preceding that Monday. Kim resided in the Great Kills section of Staten Island, and for 15 years she lived in a bungalow right ...
New England is a huge area of the Northeast in the U.S. consisting of Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Maine, Vermont, and New Hampshire. Although these states all possess their own unique charm, scattered throughout them you will find some of the most amazing hikes that our country has to offer. These hikes are far from the big city, and out in the wilderness. Many would agree that the fall season is the most beautiful time of year for the area, where you will find endless trees of mag...
Bruce Gordan, a wildlife enthusiast and adventurer, became widely known for his remarkable friendship with a polar bear. Bruce grew up in a small town in Alaska, surrounded by the beauty and magnificence of nature. From an early age, he developed a deep love and fascination for wildlife. As a young boy, Bruce would spend hours observing animals in their natural habitats, often venturing into the wilderness alone. His passion for the animal kingdom led him to pursue a degree in zoology, where he ...
Kristie Cataffo-O’Brien was visiting Bahia Beach with her husband Thomas over this past summer of 2023. A beautiful area with clear waters and of course palm trees, a staple of The Sunshine State. Thomas and Kristie’s trip to Bahia was about as far from the daring adventures of Steve Irwin as you could get, both geographically and in the events planned. The couple took a 40 minute drive from their home in Tampa to try a new spot for lunch followed by some relaxation in the sun, and cooling off i...
The wilderness can be an unforgiving environment. While you may be just miles from civilization, if something unexpected happens, you need to deal with the matter utilizing your wits and tools, supplies, and preparations you made for the trip. Some are ill-equipped for such difficulties, while others will rise above the situation and display extraordinary courage and determination.
When we hear of shark attacks, the species we think of most often is usually the deadly Great White. This could be due to movies so deeply embedded in popular culture (specifically “Jaws”) or even the focus on Great Whites in the highly popular Shark Week series that has aired every July for an amazing 35 years. If you’re a huge fan of Shark Week, a host that you might even recognize from the annual series is Paul de Gelder. You might be familiar with him from his distinct Australian accent, but...
While urban areas populate the state of Maine, particularly along the eastern coast of the Atlantic Ocean, there are vast wilderness areas across the state, even along the oceanside coast. Popular with tourists, the state and local economies benefit from an influx of $8.2 billion in outdoor recreation dollars. Acadia National Park, called the Crown Jewel of the North Atlantic Coast, draws 4 million visitors annually, ranking in the top ten most-visited national parks in the United States. The pa...
Established in 1934, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park covers parts of North Carolina and Tennessee and features some of the highest mountains in eastern North America. The Great Smoky Mountains are part of the Blue Ridge Mountains, a division of the Appalachian Mountain Range. The Appalachian Trail, which runs from Maine to Georgia, passes through the park's center for 72 miles. Clingmans Dome is the park's highest summit, reaching 6,643 feet. Sixteen mountains in the park reach higher th...
What does it mean to live off the grid? Living off the grid means operating one's life without a physical connection to public utilities—self-reliance with your own energy sources, often renewable such as solar and wind. Off-grid living frequently means living in a secluded area, away from the country's population—actual wilderness survival, supplying your needs, and growing your food. But off-grid living today is much different than over a hundred years ago…
Though you may feel you are in a safe location, you never know when you will be faced with a survival situation. There are no formal boundaries between the wilderness and humanity. Nature has a way of encroaching into areas which may surprise us.
The Little Moose Mountain Wilderness Area is in the western middle section of Adirondack Park, south by southeast of Seventh Lake in the Fulton Chain. The area encompasses over 12,000 acres but is bordered on all sides by other regions of the Adirondack Park. If you were lost, wandering out of the region would not help facilitate a rescue, as you would still find yourself in the heart of the Adirondack wilderness. The Little Moose Wilderness was in the past and remains a little-visited region to...
Mountain lions, also known as cougars, panthers, pumas, or catamounts, are all the same animal. In fact, the scientific name, 'Puma concolor,' is sometimes known as 'the cat of many names.' Naturalist, writer, and Utah native Claude T. Barnes listed 40 English names for a mountain lion, along with 18 names from South America and 25 from Native Americans. This large cat species is native to the Americas and is quite agile. They can leap 15 feet toward prey or into a tree, sprint 50 miles per hour...
These Boy Scouts in the Adirondack mountains of New York took a hike and a climb that lead to days they never knew were coming..
In the Wild details amazing stories of survival. In our episode "Cougar Attack," we told the unbelievable true story of Marine Corps veteran Anne Hjelle living to tell about being pummeled by a vicious predator. Our "Mama Grizzly VS Father and Daughter" episode detailed father and daughter Johan and Jenna Otter surviving a grizzly attack. But not all stories on In the Wild are about escaping horrifying encounters with animals. Many people come prepared for a hike lasting a couple of hours in a h...
Long time listeners of this podcast know that a common theme of In the Wild are the dangers of national parks. All 63 of them designated in the U.S. are a sight to see, but it should not be overlooked that these parks experience a total of over 300 deaths each year. But what about if you take heed to the necessary precautions often mentioned, and come fully prepared for your journey? Even so, some unexpected circumstances can arise that may actually put your life in jeopardy.
A scorpion symbolizes evil, death, destruction, and unpleasant situations. Filmmakers have long used imagery of scorpions to convey the above moods in a storyline. Scorpions themselves are unique. Classified as predatory arachnids, they are related to spiders. Scorpions have eight legs and a pair of pincers extruding from their front limbs. But what makes them unique is the narrow, segmented tail, curving up from behind and resting above the scorpion’s back. At the end of the tail is a stinger, ...
For over three years here at In the Wild podcast, we’ve told dozens of real-life stories of survival. Many of these situations take place deep in the woods, with families and individuals simply looking to escape and enjoy nature, only to be unsuspectingly attacked by ferocious predators in their natural habitat. We asked our listeners what their greatest fear would be if they were to be out in the woods with things taking a major turn for the worse. They answered overwhelmingly that the greatest...
We all have dreams, or accomplishments that we wish to check off the ol’ bucket list during our time here. Some of them are more ambitious than others, and some that you’d need a nice chunk of time to complete. That’s why many of these milestones are put off until retirement, with people wishing they had the time off from work to get out and make a certain dream come true. This was true of 76-year-old Joe DiTommasso, a recreational sailor and a native of the South New Jersey/Philadelphia region....
In 1805, a four-year-old boy named Paul Gasford separated from his family and became lost in the wilderness. The boy's remarkable story of survival grew into a bit of a legend. By his own remarkable contrivance and wisdom, after four days' travel, Paul got safely to his parents at Niagara, 40 miles from the place where he was lost.
There are three different types of macronutrients that make up our diet: carbs, fats, and proteins. All three are needed in order for us to live optimally. There are some people who restrict their intake of one of the following dramatically though, namely those on the keto diet, who drastically reduce their carb intake. Exceptions aside, all three of these are vital. So, how long could one survive off simply eating condiments or spices practically null of any nutritional value? We wouldn’t recom...
Imagine an ordinary commercial flight within the continental U.S. taking a turn for the worse due to the emergence of geese…blinding the pilots, and malfunctioning the equipment. The plane goes down submerging into ice-cold water that floods the aisles, as passengers rush to escape drowning alive. This indeed took place on a wintery day in Queens, New York.
Steven Callahan was born in 1952 and grew up in Needham, Massachusetts. As a boy, he had a natural attraction to all things boats and ocean life from the young age of 10. By high school, he was already building boats of his own. It was in 1981 however, when Callahan would begin embarking on a voyage that would change his life forever. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/in-the-wild/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle....
