In the early morning of August 5th 2009, Dalia Dippolito returned home from the gym to find the streets in front of her condo covered in yellow caution tape and swarmed with police. What should've been a routine morning, turned into a true nightmare for Dalia and her new husband Mike. But things are not always as they seem. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok ChatAholic Inspiring conversations with one aim to help others, we all have a story Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show

Lincoln Hall was a mountaineer from a very young age, and had an intense passion for getting to summit Mount Everest. After a first failed attempt, Lincoln was given one last opportunity 22 years later at the age of 50.  He knew he had to rely on mental strength to conquer Everest in this last attempt, however making it to the top is only half the battle.  After getting to the summit, Lincoln experienced a severe form of altitude sickness while still very close to the top, which caused him to pass out in the snow and fall into a comatose state. Believing Lincoln was dead, his two guides had to make the difficult decision to leave him on the mountain, taking all of his belongings with them to give back to Lincoln's loved ones. After waking up a few hours later, the very confused Lincoln, needed to keep himself alive at the top of Mount Everest with no gear, food, water, or oxygen. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok ChatAholic Inspiring conversations with one aim to help others, we all have a story Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show

In 2018, hip hop artist Jet McKee broke into the home of Blake Davis and Hannah Quinn, heavily armed, high on crystal meth, and hellbent on robbing the couple. In a panicked state and after a violent attack, Blake Davis grabbed a decorative samurai sword he had in the room to protect both Hannah and himself. Davis said he had no choice when he used the sword, and if he hadn't McKee would've killed Hannah. But instead of waiting for police, the couple fled the scene, and what should have been an act of self defense turned into a murder investigation. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok ChatAholic Inspiring conversations with one aim to help others, we all have a story Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show

More listener ghost stories this week! One story came with diagrams, while a couple others taught us to stay away from ouija boards and battery powered cradles. Thanks to everyone that wrote in, and if you'd like to write in about your survival/ghost/interesting story, email [email protected]. We just might include it in a future episode. Just keep breathin out there Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok ChatAholic Inspiring conversations with one aim to help others, we all have a story Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show

On December 11th 1994, highly skilled bomb maker and terrorist, Ramzi Yousef boarded Philippine Airlines flight 434 with service to Tokyo with intent to kill everyone on board. He had created a highly lethal liquid explosive that he was able to get through security by concealing it in a saline solution bottle. After assembling the bomb in the bathroom on board the aircraft, he walked back to his seat and planted it in the lifejacket pocket under his seat. After the plane landed in Cebu, he departed as 256 new passengers got on board for what would turn into a terrifying crime scene. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok ChatAholic Inspiring conversations with one aim to help others, we all have a story Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show

Mary Kay Beckman met Wade Ridley on Match.com in 2010. It took only 10 days of dating for Mary Kay to see some very obvious red flags and call off their short lived romance. After a short stay in a mental hospital, Wade made a list of people who had wronged him that he wanted to kill, and Mary Kay was at the top of that list. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok ChatAholic Inspiring conversations with one aim to help others, we all have a story Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show

Sandra and Jerome Herold purchased Travis the chimpanzee at only three weeks old to have him as a pet, however he quickly became more like a son, as well as a staple in their town. Although Travis acted out at times, the community believed he wasn't a danger to those around him. Long time friend and employee, Charla Nash, would regularly drop into the Herold home to feed Travis. So in February of 2009, when Travis began acting out, Sandra called Charla for help, hoping a familiar face wouldn't set him off, however she was very wrong. Travis' attack on Charla ended in irreversible damage and tragedy all around. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

When the computer systems on a ship tasked with fixing an oil rig give out in the middle of rough seas, it leaves the divers below seriously f***ed. Especially Chris Lemons. His lifeline snagged on the structure he was fixing before it snapped. Noone is truly certain about how Chris got through, but he was just lucky enough. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

In the second and final part of this unbelievable story we're going to talk about the escape of Colleen Stan! Not only that, but we're going get into the outrageous court case that followed. We hope you Notties have a happy and safe Halloween! YUH. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

For Colleen Stan the decision to hitchhike to southern California to surprise a friend for her birthday proved to be a fateful one. In May of 1977, Colleen Stan got into the car of Cameron and Janice Hooker for an uneventful ride, however what followed was years of torture. Her captor was unfortunately crafty, and over the next seven years she spent the majority of her time in a number of different confined boxes he designed. Imagine existing in a coffin all day, every day for years. Trigger warning: this one sounds rough, because it is. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

Happy spooky season folks! This week we're reading your true ghost stories!  We'd like to give a huge thank you to everyone that sent in a story! Send in your submission for future listener episodes to [email protected]! :) Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

February 2nd 2001 started out as any other day for the principal of Hopewell-Winterstown Elementary School. As Norina Bentzel got prepared to leave her office to settle a group of rowdy children in the cafeteria, she noticed a man unsuccessfully attempting to enter the building through a locked door. Thinking this man was a grandparent of one of her students, she set off to help him, but when he got inside her whole world turned upside down as she had to not only fight for her own life, but for the lives of the 350 children in her school. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

After only a couple weeks of dating, Brandon Day and Gina Allen decided to take a day trip up to Mount San Jacinto to take a nice walk and snap a few pictures. They never imagined that after one mistake their short walk would turn into a fight for their lives in one of the most unforgiving and desolate parts of the Southern Californian wilderness. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

Brie and Kaylli Lasley were having a normal evening when Robert Burger forced his way through Brie's bedroom window. Brie tried everything she could to get Robert out but he was there to cause as much damage as possible. Although the girls attempted to contact emergency services it would be up to them to fight like hell and make it out of this attack alive. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

Jaycee Dugard was kidnapped at the age of eleven as she walked to her school bus stop. Phillip and Nancy Garrido pulled up beside her, shot her with a stun gun and pulled her into their car before speeding off. What followed was years of captivity and abuse that was only prolonged by the failings of our justice system. If you'd like to check out the JAYC Foundation or possibly donate  you can do that with this link -----> https://thejaycfoundation.org/ And we cant forget to say happy one year! Thanks so much for being here and we hope you stick around! <3 Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

Denise Huskins and Aaron Quinn's lives were turned upside down when they were woken in the middle of the night to a home invasion. The details of their experience were so unbelievable that the police quickly shifted their suspicion to the very people they should have been helping. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

This week we're talking about the incredible woman who put women's boxing on the map. Christy Martin worked her way to the top quickly while training under Jim Martin. Emotions were high and Jim quickly became Christy's husband as well. On the outside the two looked like a power couple but behind the scenes their relationship was falling apart as Jim did everything in his power to control Christy. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

In 1970 Elan School opened its doors promising to be a rehabilitation center and school for troubled teens, but in reality it was a living hell. Teenagers aged 12-18 were subjected to constant emotional and physical abuse, humiliation and dehumanization as a way to be mentally broken and controlled. Not only were these teens subjected to daily abuse, but they were also forced to participate in the abuse of their peers. The first thing you learned at Elan was there was no escaping. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

After a group of Palestinian and German hijackers take control of a flight destined for Paris, over 200 passengers are plunged into a nightmare. Their governments break into a frenzy to figure out what exactly is going on, and how they can save as many lives as possible. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

Alison Botha’s life completely changed in an instant when a man kidnapped her after he forced his way into her car. She survived one of the most brutal attacks we’ve ever discussed. This one’s intense. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

In 2013, Arick Baker was working as a grain farmer alongside his father. That afternoon there was a problem with some of their machinery, causing Arick to need to climb into the gigantic silo full of corn. After one nearly fatal mistake, Arick became instantly engulfed by the corn and was buried alive. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

Apollo 13 was NASA's third manned mission to the moon. All was well pretty much up until the mission started. A forced engine shutoff was a precursor to the catastrophic failure that send mission control into a frenzy to try and save the unlucky astronauts on board. Houston, we have a problem. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

This week we're wrapping up the incredible story of Elizabeth Smart! Check out the Elizabeth Smart Foundation linked below! https://www.elizabethsmartfoundation.org/ Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

Today we're diving into part one of the survival story of Elizabeth Smart! In 2002, 14-year-old Elizabeth was kidnapped out of her bed at knifepoint and led out of her family home. What followed is one of the most well known and equally horrific journeys we have covered to date. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

We hope you like bad news, because this one's chock full of it! Dieter Dengler was a German-born United States Navy aviator during the Vietnam War and after his plane was shot down,  endured six months of imprisonment and torture in the dense Vietnamese jungle. Those six months were full of impossibly hard times and heart break but Dieter persisted and  became the first captured U.S. airman to escape enemy captivity during the war. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

After walking away from a motorcycle accident on the way to the airport, Paula Dixson decided her injuries weren't that serious and she still wanted to fly that day. What she didn't realize was her injuries were far more extensive than she knew. But luckily for Paula two very experienced and accomplished doctors also boarded her flight that day, and would save her life in the sky. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

23-year-old Ashley Ware was getting ready for her shift as an emergency room nurse, when a man knocked on her door and asked for a ride. When she politely declined, he pulled a gun on her and told her that wasn't an option. Any person in that situation would be petrified but Ashley never showed her fear and used incredibly smart tactics to save her own life. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

Brock Miester has had his fair share of near death experiences, starting from the day he was born. But on January 12th 2018, Brock was on his way to his grandparents house when his car hit a patch of black ice causing an insane car accident. A whopping 99% of people die instantly from the injury Brock sustained, but not only did he survive, he thrived. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

Elizabeth Shoaf was only 14-years-old when she was led through the woods by Vinson Filyaw, who she believed was a police officer. After being led deeper into the woods for an hour, Elizabeth was horrified to discover that she had been kidnapped and was being forced into a hidden bunker in the ground where she would be kept for the next 10 days. Through an immense amount of bravery Elizabeth was able to outsmart her captor and free herself from his grasp. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

In 2013, Harrison Odjegba Okene became an accidental aquanaut when he survived in a sunken ship on the ocean floor for 60 hours, with only an air pocket! UHH NO THANKS. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

On the morning of October 14th 1987, 18-month-old Jessica McClure got stuck 22 feet underground when she fell down a pipe in her aunt's backyard. This story gripped the nation as an entire community banded together to execute a complicated rescue mission that lasted for days. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

From the outside the Turpin family had a picture perfect life and David and Louise Turpin seemed like loving parents to their thirteen children. But that couldn't have been farther from the truth. For their entire lives, the Turpin children endured abuse and neglect to the highest degree. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

On April 25th, 2003, Aron Ralston planned a day trip to hike Bluejohn Canyon in Canyonland National Park. What started out as a routine expedition for Aron, turned into his worst nightmare after he dislodged a boulder and became trapped 100 feet below the desert surface for days with very little food and water. A few crushed bones and one shitty pocket knife later, Aron made it out and lived to tell the tale. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

This episode delves into the harrowing survival of Brandi Hicks after she and her best friend Liz were guilted into giving Matthew Vaca a ride home from their local Hollywood Movie store. The girls' plan was to have an innocent sleepover, however their night was fated to be anything but that. Only through remarkable mental strength and just enough luck was Brandi able to prevail despite the repulsive evil that possesses Matthew Vaca. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

In 2018, an entire youth soccer team was stranded in the belly of an immense cave system with their assistant coach after a storm hit weeks before the monsoon season. As their families descended into despair, a rescue mission the likes of which had never been seen before was forming to find the team. The story immediately made international news, bringing along thousands of volunteers and specialized cave divers to assist the Thai government in delivering the boys from certain death. What ensued was a spectacle that captured the world's attention and displayed the best parts of humanity. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

On December 26th 2004, Maria Belón and her family were on vacation in Khao Lak, Thailand. Their picture perfect trip would soon turn into a nightmare when they were struck by a wave that reached over 100 ft high. While the waves that had consumed entire buildings engulfed them, the Belón family fought to stay alive and find their way back to each other. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

As a young woman living by herself, Jennifer Morey's main concern was safety. So when she chose to live in an apartment complex that had a 24/7 on premises security guard, she believed she'd have nothing to worry about. But on the night of April 15th 1995, all that would change when Jennifer was woken up by her worst nightmare. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

You may have heard of the movies The Girl In The Basement, or Room, but you may not be familiar with the actual story that these movies were based off of. Elisabeth Fritzl was only 18 years old when her abusive father, Josef Fritzl, lured her into the basement of their family home and locked her in a hidden cellar for years. Telling family and friends that Elisabeth had run away to join a religious cult coupled with a letter Josef forced her to write corroborating that story, sealed Elisabeth's fate. It wasn't until 24 years later that Elisabeth would finally see the light of day once again. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

This week we delve into the story of Mary Vincent, which  pushes the limits of how low a rock bottom can be. While trying to hitchhike to Southern California at the age of only 15, Mary was abducted, sexually assaulted, attacked with a hatchet, and left to die at the bottom of a ravine. She found the will to survive because she didn’t want her attacker to be able to hurt anyone else. Mary was able to overcome so much and her story eventually led to the passing of a very important law! She is an inspiration beyond words.  Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

As one of the world’s best endurance runners, Danelle Ballengee was always up for a challenge. But when she got severely injured and stranded in the desert for days, she prepared to give up. Thanks to her mental and physical toughness, and her dog Taz, Danelle lived to see another day! Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

This week a living personification of all that is evil, Robert Berchtold, meticulously destroys an entire family. He infiltrated by gaining the trust of both Mary Ann and Bob Broberg before having separate affairs with each of them. Yes you read that correctly. Robert then moved to preying on the Broberg’s oldest daughter Jan, who was 12 at the time. The abuse went unnoticed, or denied, for years because of the relationship Berchtold had built with the Brobergs and the elaborate lie constructed to keep Jan within his grasp. She is an incredibly inspiring survivor who endured an intricately complex hell. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

In this episode we discuss the unbelievably tragic events that occurred in Norway in 2011, the incredibly brave people who survived, and those who risked their lives to help others. 77 people lost their lives that day due to the twisted hatred of one man. We love Norway, but we despise Anders Breivik. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

In 2006, Susan Walters was a 51-year-old emergency room nurse in Portland, Oregon. One evening Susan came home from her shift to find a man in her home wearing yellow rubber gloves and wielding a claw hammer. It became clear very quickly why that man was there,  and that Susan would have to do everything she could to stay alive. Thank goodness for self defense training and being a badass!! Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

A crew of 4 experienced sailors, and one girl friend along for the ride, is haphazardly assembled to deliver a yacht from Maine, down to Fort Lauderdale, Florida. After one successful day at sea, the crew is met by an unforgiving storm that only intensifies, causing the boat to go down fast. The 5 of them find themselves floating in the middle of the ocean in a rubber dinghy with only the clothes on their backs; exposed to the elements and surrounded by sharks. Their situation quickly went from bad, to worse, to nightmarish. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

Lisa McVey is the epitome of a survivor. She endured abuse starting from the age of two, bouncing from bad situation to bad situation; and at the age of 17 she decided she no longer wanted to live. But on the same day she planned on taking her life, Lisa was kidnapped off her bicycle on her way home from work and was put in the position where she had to fight to stay alive. Lisa's incredible bravery and insanely savvy survival instincts led to a huge break in a high profile case Lisa had no idea she was a part of. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

Woohoo part 2! The incredible story of Colton Harris Moore comes to a close this episode as we talk about his inevitable downfall. Colton flew a little too close to the sun, but it was quite a ride while it lasted! Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

Alex embarks on his first two part story as we dive into the mind-boggling tale of Colton Harris Moore! Colton escaped from a halfway house at the age of 17 while serving a 3 year sentence for theft. After making a break for it, Colton survives on the run from authorities for over 2 years! During this time he manages to steal just about anything he can get his hands on, including PLANES!? Listen in to find out exactly how a teenager was able to avoid capture from not only local police, but the FBI. Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show

After a failed anti-Nazi sabotage mission leaves his 11 comrades dead, Norwegian resistance fighter Jan Baalsrud found himself on an epic journey though Norway to avoid capture. For over 2 months, the people of Norway risked their lives to help Jan make his way through the unforgiving snowy mountains to gain safety and freedom in neutral Sweden. Instagram Post Ad free early episodes, and an extra episode a month --> Patreon Instagram Tik Tok Support the show