The CRUX: True Survival Stories

Today, we're taking on a tale of unparalleled grit and resilience as we delve into the incredible survival story of Lincoln Ross Hall on the unforgiving slopes of Mount Everest in 2006.

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In this episode of The Crux True Survival Stories, we bring you the incredible account of Warren McDonald, who overcame immense challenges when trapped under a colossal boulder for two relentless day…

In a heartbreaking incident at the picturesque Mammoth Mountain ski area, three dedicated ski patrol members lost their lives when they fell into a geothermal vent. These selfless heroes were working…

In this episode, we'll take you deep into the heart of France, where the largest underground rescue operation in the country's history unfolded. Imagine being trapped underground for over a week, sur…

In a rare and harrowing incident that occurred on September 21 and 23, 2023, the picturesque beauty of Yosemite National Park's Half Dome witnessed a dramatic turn of events. Join us as we delve into…

In this riveting episode of The Crux True Survival Stories we dive deep into the incredible story of Bill Durden, a man who defied the odds and survived against nature's relentless fury. Imagine bein…

In this gripping podcast episode, we delve deep into the harrowing events of August 5, 1949, when the serene beauty of Montana's Gates of the Mountains Wilderness was engulfed by an unimaginable cata…

Tune in to Episode 74 of The Crux for a gripping tale featuring Justin, 31, and Jeremy Harris, 27 – two adventurous brothers and Utah natives with a deep passion for the great outdoors, especially ca…

In May 1986, a routine adventure program turned into a harrowing tale of survival and tragedy. Join us on a gripping journey as we delve into the chilling events that unfolded during a fateful excurs…

In today's episode, we're diving deep into an incredible survival story that captured the world attention. Four indigenous children (aged 13,9,4 and 11 months old!) disappeared in the heart of the Am…

In this riveting episode of the Crux True Survival Podcast, join us as we venture into the heart of Antarctica to uncover the astonishing story of explorer Douglas Mawson's harrowing journey of survi…

Welcome to this week's episode of The Crux: True Survival Stories. In this gripping installment, we have the honor of sitting down with the remarkable Quinn Brett, a woman whose life took an unexpect…

Jim and Jennifer Stolpa, along with their infant son Clayton, were headed to a funeral in Pocatello, Idaho, from California when they suddenly found themselves lost in a vast wilderness of deep snow …

In May of 2006, New couple Gina Allen and Brandon Day were about to embark on what they thought would be a leisurely walk at the top of Mt San Jacinto, West of Palm Springs. They took the cable car t…

The Granite Mountain/Speculator Mine Disaster of June 8, 1917 is one of the most momentous events in US mining history. In the depths of Butte, Montana's copper mine, tragedy unfolded that day as a f…

Wolf Wagner (25) and Johannes Hoentsch (26) had no idea what they were in for when they set out into the Canadian wilderness via canoe mid July 2017. Armed with a few maps, gps device, supplies, and …

Steven Callahan's incredible story of survival against all odds is inspiring. In 1981, he was left adrift in the Atlantic Ocean for a harrowing 76 days after his sailing vessel sunk during a storm. W…

Pilots Syndie and David never expected their flight between Oahu and the Big Island to take a frightening turn. On July 15, 2016, both engines of their plane went out, leaving them with only minutes …