Oct 29

Accident on the Farm: Famous Overnight

On a frosty January morning in 1992, John Thompson - a high school student from North Dakota - gets up. It promises to be an ordinary day of chores on his family’s farm. Simple tasks, ones he’s done thousands of times before. But on this occasion things take a sudden and horrifyi ... Show More

45m 40s

Oct 21

Hurricane at Sea: Out of the Depths…

A former special forces soldier embraces a nomadic existence, sailing the seas aboard his catamaran. But Micha Moeller’s plans for the future come crashing to a halt when, during a single-handed crossing of the Atlantic, he is thrust into the grip of a deadly hurricane. Shipwreck ... Show More

58m 32s

Oct 14

Tangled Parachute: Hurtling to Earth

Two skydivers sign up to perform a complex mid-air routine. But on their practice run, Craig Stapleton and his diving partner Katie are thrust into chaos when one small error leads to a domino effect of crises. With his lines tangled and his parachute malfunctioning, Craig must s ... Show More

48m 1s

Feb 2023

The Real Robinson Crusoe

Daniel Defoe’s 1719 novel Robinson Crusoe is one of the most widely published books in history. This story of a man stranded alone on an island is said to be second only to the Bible in its number of translations. But who was Defoe’s inspiration for creating one of the best-known ... Show More

47m 11s

Aug 2019

Robinson Crusoe

Was Robinson Crusoe real? According to the book it was 'written by himself'.To establish the facts, Matthew Parris is joined by two notable desert island survivors to discuss Crusoe’s life and strange adventures, during 28 years on an uninhabited island near the mouth o ... Show More

24m 47s

Sep 2023

Episode 290: 'Robinson Crusoe' by Daniel Defoe

John J. Miller is joined by Kirstin Hall to discuss Daniel Defoe's book, 'Robinson Crusoe.'

32m 26s

Aug 2023

Introducing: Real Survival Stories - Abandon Ship (Part 1 of 2)

Noiser presents a brand-new podcast: Real Survival Stories. Hosted by John Hopkins, the show brings you astonishing tales of ordinary people thrust into extraordinary survival situations. In this taster episode, we meet Matt Lewis - a rookie sailor who goes looking for adventure. ... Show More

31m 48s

Apr 2011

Alexander Selkirk: Who was the real Robinson Crusoe?

In 1695, Alexander Selkirk ran away and joined a band of buccaneers. In 1704, after a fight with his captain, Selkirk was put ashore on an uninhabited island about 400 miles west of Valparaiso. Tune in to learn more about the real-life Robinson Crusoe. Learn more a ... Show More

27m 53s

Oct 2024

Introducing: Real Survival Stories - Tsunami in Sri Lanka

This is a taster episode from our sister show, Real Survival Stories. Hosted by our very own John Hopkins, the show brings you astonishing tales of ordinary people thrust into extraordinary survival situations. In this episode, we meet Pat and Pete Etheridge. One tranquil day on ... Show More

51m 41s

Aug 2023

Deserted Island: Two More Books for a Stranded Podcast Host

Reading material is essential for anyone headed to a deserted island. Today, the retired host of Renewing Your Mind, Lee Webb, continues a discussion with Stephen Nichols about which books he would bring with him to a deserted island. Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinch ... Show More

5 m

Sep 2020

SYMHC Classics: Alexander Selkirk

In this 2011 episode, prior hosts Sarah and Deblina talk about privateer Alexander Selkirk, who became a buccaneer in 1695. In 1704, after a fight with his captain, Selkirk was put ashore on an uninhabited island about 400 miles west of Valparaiso. Learn more about your ad-choic ... Show More

28m 23s

Introducing: Short History Of… The Real ...