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Real Survival Stories

Real Survival Stories

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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… Hosted by John Hopkins. New episodes Thursdays. Get every episode a week early and ad-free with Noiser+. Click the banner at the top of the feed to get started or head to noiser.com/subscriptions. For advertising enquiries, email info@adelicious.fmAll rights owned by Noiser Ltd Social Sciences World
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  • Kidnapped at Gunpoint: 81 Days in Captivity

    Kidnapped at Gunpoint: 81 Days in Captivity
    Jul 30 2025
    In 2013 a celebrated journalist travels to war-torn Syria. But near the front line he’s taken hostage by a group of rebel fighters. Over the next 81 days Jonathan Alpeyrie will get to know his captors extremely well. Harrowing, absurd, surreal… the ordeal will push his body and his mind to the limit. And with the threat of execution always hanging over him, forming a bond with his kidnappers will be crucial to his survival… A Noiser podcast production. Hosted by John Hopkins. Written by Duncan Barrett | Produced by Ed Baranski | Assistant Producer: Luke Lonergan | Exec produced by Joel Duddell | Sound supervisor: Tom Pink | Sound design by Jacob Booth, Matt Peaty | Assembly edit by Rob Plummer | Compositions by Oliver Baines, Dorry Macaulay, Tom Pink | Mix & mastering: Ralph Tittley. For ad-free listening, bonus material and early access to new episodes, join Noiser+. Click the subscription banner at the top of the feed to get started. Or go to noiser.com/subscriptions 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    58 mins
  • Lost in the Amazon: Rainforest Nightmare

    Lost in the Amazon: Rainforest Nightmare
    Jul 23 2025
    Dave Boyer heads to Brazil to explore the largest tropical rainforest on earth. It’s a place of breathtaking beauty and constant sensory stimulation. But here, just one step can lead to calamity. When Dave and his travel companion stray from the trail they realise that once you’re lost in the Amazon, you might never be found… A Noiser podcast production. Hosted by John Hopkins. Written by Nicole Edmunds | Produced by Ed Baranski | Assistant Producer: Luke Lonergan | Exec produced by Joel Duddell | Sound supervisor: Tom Pink | Sound design by Jacob Booth, Matt Peaty | Assembly edit by Rob Plummer | Compositions by Oliver Baines, Dorry Macaulay, Tom Pink | Mix & mastering: Ralph Tittley. For ad-free listening, bonus material and early access to new episodes, join Noiser+. Click the subscription banner at the top of the feed to get started. Or go to noiser.com/subscriptions 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    58 mins
  • Deep Dive Mystery: Hit by the Bends

    Deep Dive Mystery: Hit by the Bends
    Jul 16 2025
    Blue Lake holds a mystery deep beneath its surface. And Martin Robson wants to solve it. The British diver descends into the murky depths. But hundreds of feet underwater, an invisible and excruciating force suddenly overwhelms him. Semi-paralysed and sinking, Martin is only at the start of an extraordinary ordeal - one that will ultimately last not for hours, but days… A Noiser podcast production. Hosted by John Hopkins. Written by Luke Lonergan | Produced by Ed Baranski | Assistant Producer: Luke Lonergan | Script edit by Joe Viner | Exec produced by Joel Duddell | Sound supervisor: Tom Pink | Sound design & audio editing by Jacob Booth, Liam Cameron, Matt Peaty | Assembly editing by Rob Plummer | Compositions by Oliver Baines, Dorry Macaulay, Tom Pink | Mix & mastering: Ralph Tittley. For ad-free listening, bonus material and early access to new episodes, join Noiser+. Click the subscription banner at the top of the feed to get started. Or go to noiser.com/subscriptions 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    56 mins
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Well read, puts the listener hovering over the real life story. Like an invisible spectator that wants to help but unable to.

Well read

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Fantastic narration leaves you completely submerged in an array of the most enthralling experiences and hungry for more- love it!

Such a good listen

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The best podcast by far. I listen to a lot of podcasts, but this leaves them all behind. The production, the presentation, and the narrator turn these stories into a personal experience. An amazing experience to sink oneself into.

The Real Deal

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The narrator does a great job of keeping the listener attached. Brilliant podcast. More please!!

Brilliant

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if you love quick paced real survival stories, you will love this. I have listened to about 10 so far.. all amazing stories that keep you on edge.

really good stories

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The performance and the stories are both fantastic. A hidden gem that shouldn’t be so hidden.

Brilliant and amazing tales

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This is an amazing story. I couldn't hold back the tears at the end.

My favourite so far!

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I binge listened this series. It:s REALLY well told and one of the most gripping things I've ever listened to. I actually look forward to the 10 second adverts as it gives a break from the extremely adrenaline filled story lines.
A must listen.

Gripping

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Incredible and inspiring stories, masterfully told and narrated! Each tale pulls at your emotions and immerses you in the harrowing experiences of the characters. The vivid storytelling makes you feel as if you're right there with them, and you might even pick up a crucial survival tip should you ever face your own real-life survival challenge. Truly captivating!

Incredible and inspiring!

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