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  • The Daring Prison Escape of Rédoine Faïd

    On July 1, 2018, infamous French criminal Rédoine Faïd orchestrated a daring escape from Réau Prison using a hijacked helicopter, an act later dubbed a 'family affair' by prosecutors. Notably, this wasn't his first jailbreak. How did France allow Faïd to outsmart the system twice?


    Discover how he planned an escape from a cell under strict surveillance and managed to evade capture for so long. To grasp the scope of these escapes, it's essential to understand Faïd himself. He's not just a bank robber; he's a theatrical mastermind.


    Explore the gripping real stories of triumphs and failures in extreme situations, and the crucial decisions that changed lives.


    00:00: The Most Insane Prison Break Ever
    01:28: Faid's Career in Crime
    02:47: Hollywood Meets Highway
    05:36: A Nation Shocked
    07:14: First Escape
    10:58: Second Escape
    14:00: The Price of Being a Legend

    #RédoineFaïd #prisonbreak #helicopterescape #Frenchcriminal #jailbreak #bankrobbery #France #criminalmastermind #escapestory



    See show notes: https://inlet.fm/how-to-survive/episodes/69ac6860ac90cc991fcd75b5

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    20 min
  • Most Devastating Workplace Accidents in History

    Starting a new job feels like opening a new chapter in life. Yet, when safety is neglected, the consequences can be catastrophic. From insufficient training and lax safety standards to corporate negligence, some workplaces have witnessed tragic accidents that altered lives permanently.

    Today, we delve into some of history's gravest workplace disasters. What went wrong when five divers were trapped inside an underwater oil pipeline? How did a bread company’s decisions lead to a preventable tragedy involving its employees?

    Warning: Viewer discretion is strongly advised.


    Some survived. Many didn't. We uncover the real stories behind disasters, tragedies, extreme moments, and the decisions that made all the difference.


    00:00: Worst Workplace Accidents
    01:05: The Mousehole
    03:08: The Paria Diving Tragedy
    06:43: Vaal Reefs Mining Disaster
    08:57: Grain Silo Tragedy
    11:26: Woodchipper Workplace Accident
    13:03: Bread Oven Incident
    14:59: Russian Lathe Accident

    #workplace #accidents #tragedy #safety #workplacedisasters #corporatenegligence #history



    See show notes: https://inlet.fm/how-to-survive/episodes/69a32dde912fac71551cf56e

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    20 min
  • Exploring History's Most Dangerous Cults

    A quick heads up before we dive in: Some viewers might find this episode disturbing.

    Today, we’re diving headfirst into the world’s most dangerous cults, examining their operations, how individuals escaped, and the warning signs to recognize before it’s too late.


    Highlights:

    • 00:00 Introduction to the World's Most Dangerous Cults
    • 02:15 Understanding Cult Basics
    • 04:19 The People's Temple
    • 07:42 The Manson Family
    • 10:12 NXIVM
    • 12:34 Heaven's Gate
    • 16:06 Branch Davidians
    • 18:36 Rajneeshpuram

      Whether it’s an earthquake, mudslide, or shark attack, learn to survive whatever awaits you. This show explores how to endure life-threatening moments with science and survivor stories.


      Note: This content is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek your physician's advice or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have seen on this channel. If you think you may have an emergency, contact your doctor, ambulance, or police immediately. Reliance on any information provided by the show is at your own risk.


      00:00: Introduction to the World's Most Dangerous Cults
      02:15: Understanding Cult Basics
      04:19: The People's Temple
      07:42: The Manson Family
      10:12: NXIVM
      12:34: Heaven's Gate
      16:06: Branch Davidians
      18:36: Rajneeshpuram

      #dangerouscults #ThePeople'sTemple #TheMansonFamily #NXIVM #Heaven'sGate #BranchDavidians #Rajneeshpuram #survival #warningsigns



      See show notes: https://inlet.fm/how-to-survive/episodes/69967d8b9110982b25a9b1bf

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      30 min
    • Surviving the World's Deadliest Flash Floods

      Today, we explore some of the world's most dangerous flash floods. From devastating events in Texas, monsoons in India, to mudslides in Venezuela, discover what it takes to survive these natural disasters. Whether you're in your basement, your car, or just trying to avoid being swept away, learn how to stay safe during these perilous situations.


      We extend our gratitude to Gerry Dworkin for his valuable insights. For more information on his aquatic safety training programs, visit Lifesaving Resources.


      We also thank Behzad Rashidi for discussing The Aquapack invention with us. Stay tuned for our full interview! Learn more at Behzad Rashidi's website or on LinkedIn.


      00:00 Deadliest Flash Floods

      04:30 Central Texas Flood

      05:42 Camp Mystic Tragedy

      10:46 Uttarakhand Floods

      13:43 Vajont Dam Flood

      15:49 The Vargas Tragedy

      18:08 Yellow River Flood


      Whether facing an earthquake, mudslide, or shark attack, learn to survive life-threatening moments with science and survivor stories.


      Note: This content is not a substitute for professional advice. Always consult a qualified health provider with any medical questions. In an emergency, contact your doctor, ambulance, or police immediately. Information provided by this channel is used at your own risk.


      00:00: Deadliest Flash Floods
      04:30: Central Texas Flood
      05:42: Camp Mystic Tragedy
      10:46: Uttarakhand Floods
      13:43: Vajont Dam Flood
      15:49: The Vargas Tragedy
      18:08: Yellow River Flood

      #flashfloods #Texas #India #Venezuela #survival #naturaldisasters #water #safety



      See show notes: https://inlet.fm/how-to-survive/episodes/698d426b6016bd231ef1050b

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      24 min
    • Surviving Miami's Notorious Mega-Jail

      Warning: This episode contains unsettling real events, including violence and mistreatment. Some viewers may find the content disturbing. Please watch with care.

      Miami often appears as a tropical paradise, but beneath the glamour lies one of America's toughest jail systems. With nearly 19% of its residents living in poverty, crime is prevalent, and many offenders end up in Miami-Dade County's mega jail. For guards and inmates alike, it's a living hell.

      A big thanks to Dr. Bryce Peterson for sharing his knowledge. To learn more about his work, visit: Dr. Bryce Peterson

      Timeline:
      00:00 - Surviving Florida's Toughest Prison
      01:39 - The History of Miami-Dade County Mega Jail
      03:16 - The Bootcamp
      09:32 - Modern Day Issues & Controversies
      13:07 - COVID at Miami-Dade
      19:31 - Current State

      Whether it’s an earthquake, mudslide or shark attack, learn how to survive life-threatening moments through science and survivor stories.

      Note: This video is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Seek advice from a qualified health provider with any questions regarding a medical condition. In emergencies, contact your doctor or emergency services immediately. Underknown holds no responsibility for the information provided in this video.


      00:00: Surviving Florida's Toughest Prison
      01:39: The History of Miami-Dade County Mega Jail
      03:16: The Bootcamp
      09:32: Modern Day Issues & Controversies
      13:07: COVID at Miami-Dade
      19:31: Current State

      #Miami #mega-jail #prison #Florida #crime #survival #violence #poverty



      See show notes: https://inlet.fm/how-to-survive/episodes/69838952d82c6070f20bb001

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      24 min
    • The Most Dangerous Hyena Encounters

      Hyenas, often found in packs, are known for their unique vocalizations, resembling a group of teenagers in a heated discussion. Yet, beneath these intriguing sounds lies one of the savanna’s most adept predators. In this episode, we delve into some of the most severe and well-documented hyena attacks, examining what makes these creatures so formidable in the wild.


      00:00 - The Deadliest Hyena Attacks
      04:16 - Nicolas Hohls
      07:36 - Kim Wolhuter
      09:41 - Bryan Hawn's Pet Hyena
      14:25 - Erco Janse van Rensburg
      16:37 - Anthony Shungea Pasha
      18:07 - Tendai Maseka


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      Explore survival science and stories for enduring life-threatening situations.


      00:00: The Deadliest Hyena Attacks
      04:16: Nicolas Hohls
      07:36: Kim Wolhuter
      09:41: Bryan Hawn's Pet Hyena
      14:25: Erco Janse van Rensburg
      16:37: Anthony Shungea Pasha
      18:07: Tendai Maseka

      #hyena #animals #nature #wildlife #animalattack #predators #savanna



      See show notes: https://inlet.fm/how-to-survive/episodes/697a4eb77a69233d65ebda5f

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      25 min
    • Surviving the Most Lethal Events of 2025

      Explore survival techniques through stories and science in facing disasters like earthquakes, mudslides, or shark attacks. Discover ways to endure life-threatening moments.


      00:00: Countdown
      00:05: Tokyo’s Subway Horror
      20:48: The Zanesville Massacre
      37:42: The Deadliest Dog Attacks
      52:28: Tortured in North Korea
      01:09:03: Americans Trapped In North Korea
      01:30:53: The Deadliest Ape Attacks
      01:47:12: The World’s Deadliest Prison | CECOT - El Salvador
      02:05:19: Riker’s Island: America’s Most Violent Jail
      02:30:51: ADX Florence: America’s Toughest Prison
      02:47:20: Russia’s Toughest Prisons
      03:05:27: The World’s Most Dangerous Gangs
      03:23:25: The Worst Deaths In Human History
      03:40:03: The Deadliest Wild Cat Attacks
      03:55:55: The Deadliest Crocodile Attacks
      04:10:51: The Deadliest Orca Attacks
      04:27:58: The Deadliest Lion Attacks
      04:44:27: The Deadliest Tiger Attacks
      04:58:31: The Deadliest Tsunamis In Human History
      05:11:19: A.I. Predicts The Great Reset

      #survival #naturaldisasters #life-threatening #science #survivorstories #2025 #Tokyosubway #Zanesvillemassacre #NorthKorea



      See show notes: https://inlet.fm/how-to-survive/episodes/694ecdf67e7f2e73825b63af

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      3 hr 23 min
    • History's Most Notorious Animal Attacks

      Explore history's most notorious animal attacks, showcasing the fierce conflicts between humans and wildlife. From the Champawat Tiger to the Tsavo Lions, these chilling encounters reveal the sometimes deadly interactions with nature.


      Key incidents include:


      • Champawat Tiger
      • Leopard of Rudraprayag
      • Tsavo Lions
      • Brown Bear Incident
      • USS Indianapolis
      • Rogue Elephant
      • Nile Crocodile Incident

      • Although these stories are intense, the series offers insights into surviving life-threatening encounters with science and survivor stories.


        00:00:00: Worst Animal Attacks In Human History
        00:00:57: Champawat Tiger
        00:03:42: Leopard of Rudraprayag
        00:05:20: Tsavo Lions
        00:07:36: Brown Bear Incident
        00:09:47: USS Indianapolis
        00:11:41: Rogue Elephant
        00:13:41: Nile Crocodile Incident

        #animalattacks #ChampawatTiger #TsavoLions #wildlife #survival #human-animalconflict #nature



        See show notes: https://inlet.fm/how-to-survive/episodes/69307ae42fe0058fc3f25b0b

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        19 min
      • Surviving North Korea's Deadliest Prison Camp: Camp 14

        Hidden deep within the mountains, about 50 miles (80.5 km) from Pyongyang, lies Kaechon Internment Camp, better known as Camp 14. It's infamous as North Korea’s most lethal political prison and part of a vast network of labor camps.


        Despite North Korea's denial of such places, satellite imagery, defector testimonies, and U.N. reports tell a different story. These political prison camps — known as kwanliso — are the black holes of the Kim Jong-un regime: prisoners enter, but almost none leave.


        The timeline of key moments in this gripping episode includes:


        03:25 - The Dark History of Camp 14

        07:54 - Shin's Early Life in Prison

        09:44 - A Prison Inside a Prison

        14:00 - Shin's Escape

        17:26 - The Aftermath


        Whether it’s an earthquake, mudslide, or shark attack, learn how to survive dire situations with science and survivor stories.


        03:25: The Dark History of Camp 14
        07:54: Shin's Early Life in Prison
        09:44: A Prison Inside a Prison
        14:00: Shin's Escape
        17:26: The Aftermath

        #NorthKorea #Camp14 #KaechonInternmentCamp #politicalprisoncamps #kwanliso #KimJong-un #prisonescape #survivorstories



        See show notes: https://inlet.fm/how-to-survive/episodes/6969aa865b6ca9e11bf4c545

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        23 min
      • Exploring History's Most Lethal Serial Killers

        From doctors to clowns, and even those with twisted justifications, we delve into some of the world's deadliest serial killers.

        Why did one killer claim a dog influenced his actions? Which notorious criminal forever altered the perception of clowns? And was a DNA sample the key to finally uncovering Jack the Ripper's identity?


        Key Moments:

        • 00:00: Introduction to the Deadliest Serial Killers
        • 01:13: David Richard Berkowitz
        • 03:05: H.H. Holmes
        • 04:48: Ted Bundy
        • 07:09: John Wayne Gacy
        • 08:56: Jack the Ripper
        • 10:47: Jeffrey Dahmer
        • 12:21: Richard Ramirez
        • 14:12: Harold Shipman

          How To Survive offers insights on enduring life-threatening scenarios through science and survivor tales, whether it's an earthquake, mudslide, or shark attack.

          Disclaimer: The content is not intended to replace professional advice or treatment. Always seek professional help for medical conditions and emergencies.


          00:00: Introduction to the Deadliest Serial Killers
          01:13: David Richard Berkowitz
          03:05: H.H. Holmes
          04:48: Ted Bundy
          07:09: John Wayne Gacy
          08:56: Jack the Ripper
          10:47: Jeffrey Dahmer
          12:21: Richard Ramirez
          14:12: Harold Shipman

          #serialkillers #DavidRichardBerkowitz #H.H.Holmes #TedBundy #JohnWayneGacy #JacktheRipper #JeffreyDahmer #RichardRamirez #HaroldShipman #crime #mystery #survival



          See show notes: https://inlet.fm/how-to-survive/episodes/695f1e7f5ba3b41788539cc8

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          20 min

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