In this episode of The Survival Debrief Podcast, Steven Kelly sits down with Waz Addy, one of the biggest names in the Naked and Afraid franchise.

Waz has completed five Naked and Afraid challenges, built up 170+ survival days, won Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing, and became known as Mr 10.0 after earning the first 10.0 PSR.

This conversation goes deeper than the TV edit.

Steven and Waz talk about the brutal reality behind survival television — the sleep deprivation, the insects, the cold, the weight loss, the mental pressure, the editing, and what viewers never really get to see.

Waz breaks down his hardest challenge in the Peruvian Amazon, what made Montana so physically brutal, why he always planned to push beyond 40 days on XL, and what was going through his mind before winning Last One Standing.

They also share behind-the-scenes stories from Naked and Afraid: Apocalypse in South Africa, including leadership, banter, survival teamwork, and the side of Waz that does not always come across on screen.

Hosted by Steven Kelly — British TV survivalist, former British Army SERE instructor, and host of The Survival Debrief Podcast.

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Topics covered: Naked and Afraid, Waz Addy, Last One Standing, Naked and Afraid XL, survival mindset, Amazon survival, Montana survival, South Africa, survival TV, bushcraft, resilience, and behind-the-scenes survival stories.

n this episode of The Survival Debrief Podcast, I sit down with Jesse Lee to talk about her journey through Naked and Afraid, from her first challenge in Colombia to her redemption in South Africa. Jesse shares how she applied for the show while still serving in the military, what it was like going through the approval process with her chain of command, and how quickly the reality of the challenge hit once she stepped into the environment.

We talk about being left effectively alone in Colombia, surviving without a real partner, the monkey encounter that stood out to viewers, the cold and body temperature drop that ended her first run on day 20, and what it felt like to come back and finally complete the challenge in South Africa. Jesse also opens up about partner dynamics, mindset, redemption, and why she would still say yes to another survival challenge.

This episode is a strong listen for anyone interested in:

• Naked and Afraid
• survival mindset
• military resilience
• solo survival pressure
• redemption challenges
• outdoor grit and adaptability

In this episode of The Survival Debrief Podcast, I sit down with Nikki Smith to talk about her Naked and Afraid Season 14 challenge, Lost in Translation, filmed in South Africa with a partner who did not speak the same language. Nikki also shares her military background, the hoops she had to jump through to get approval to go on the show, and what it was like balancing service life with one of the hardest survival experiences of her life.

We talk about the things the edit does not fully show — the pressure, the pain, the foot injuries, the blood blisters, the exhaustion, and the mindset needed to keep moving when your body is struggling. Nikki also opens up about surviving with a positive attitude, why she would take on another challenge, and the lessons she has for anyone wanting to get into the outdoors.

This is a strong conversation about:

• military resilience
• Naked and Afraid reality
• partner dynamics
• survival mindset
• pain tolerance
• outdoor advice for beginners

In this episode of The Survival Debrief Podcast, Steven Kelly sits down with survivalist Holly to talk about her journey from running a bush survival school in Australia to taking on the brutal challenge of Naked and Afraid.

Holly shares how her background in bushcraft, primitive survival skills, and outdoor education shaped her approach to survival in the wild. We talk about the mental side of wilderness survival, the importance of positivity under pressure, problem-solving in extreme environments, and the lessons she learned from wildlife encounters, teamwork, and the physical demands of the challenge.

This is a strong conversation about survival training, mental resilience, wilderness adventure, and what it really takes to stay effective when conditions get hard.

• Holly’s background in bush survival and survival training
• Her journey from Australia to Naked and Afraid
• The role of mental resilience and positivity in survival
• Primitive survival skills and outdoor problem-solving
• Team dynamics and why partnership matters in the wild
• Lessons from wildlife, pressure, and real wilderness challenges
• Tips for aspiring survivalists and bushcraft enthusiasts

• “My partner is my number one asset.”
• “If I can do this, I can do anything.”
• “It’s a roller coaster of an experience.”

If you enjoy survival, bushcraft, outdoor skills, Naked and Afraid, and real conversations with experienced survivalists, this episode is worth watching.

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In this episode of The Survival Debrief Podcast, Steven Kelly sits down with Tyler Dean Milligan to talk about his journey from a military background into the brutal world of Naked and Afraid.

Tyler breaks down what it was really like facing the challenge, the mental and physical toll of survival, and how sleep deprivation, PTSD, stress, and extreme conditions can push a person to the edge. This is a raw conversation about mental toughness, resilience, adapting under pressure, and the lessons Tyler took from one of the toughest experiences of his life.

We also get into Tyler’s reflections on tapping out, dealing with criticism afterwards, and why he would still love the chance to go back out there again.

If you follow Naked and Afraid, survival TV, military mindset, outdoor adventure, or real conversations about resilience and mental strength, this episode is worth watching.

• Tyler Dean Milligan’s military background
• His journey onto Naked and Afraid
• The brutal impact of sleep deprivation
• How PTSD and stress affect survival performance
• Lessons in mental resilience and adaptability
• Advice for outdoor enthusiasts and survival fans

• “Sleep deprivation is like torture.”
• “Lost 60 pounds in three weeks.”
• “I’d love to go back out there.”

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In this episode of The Survival Debrief Podcast, Steven Kelly sits down with Ivor, a Norwegian survivalist and kickboxer, to break down his experience on Naked and Afraid.

Ivor talks about going from his background in Norway and Arctic-style conditions to facing a completely different survival challenge in Illinois. He shares what it was like entering the wilderness naked, the shock of dealing with an unfamiliar environment, and the brutal reality of sleep deprivation, lack of food, relentless rain, and mental fatigue.

This is a raw conversation about survival mindset, mental resilience, teamwork, and the reality of tapping out when the environment pushes harder than expected. Ivor also opens up about his bond with his partner Fernanda, what he learned from the challenge, and why he would return immediately for a redemption challenge if given the chance.

If you follow Naked and Afraid, survival TV, bushcraft, outdoor challenges, and real conversations about resilience, this episode is worth watching.

• Ivor’s background as a Norwegian survivalist
• What it was like facing Naked and Afraid in Illinois
• The mental and physical strain of survival without food, sleep, and comfort
• Why survival is more about mindset than most people realise
• Teamwork, resilience, and lessons learned from the challenge
• Why Ivor wants a shot at redemption

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In this episode of The Survival Debrief Podcast, Steven Kelly interviews Ali Williams about her brutal 21 day survival challenge in Africa, the conflict with her partner, and how she kept going after he quit on day 3.

Ali opens up about the tension between them, the mental and physical pressure of the challenge, and what it really took to continue alone in one of the toughest survival environments. This is a raw conversation about resilience, mindset, hardship, isolation, and pushing through when everything gets harder.

Steven Kelly, British survival instructor, military veteran, TV survivalist, and founder of South West Survival, leads the discussion through Ali’s biggest struggles, the turning points in the challenge, and the lessons that came from finishing without a partner.

In this episode, we cover:

• Ali Williams’ 21 day survival challenge in Africa
• The conflict with her partner
• Why her partner quit on day 3
• How Ali carried on and completed the challenge alone
• The mental and physical side of survival
• What people do not see behind the scenes
• Lessons in resilience, mindset, and endurance

If you enjoy survival stories, bushcraft, outdoor challenges, and real conversations with experienced survivalists, follow The Survival Debrief Podcast with Steven Kelly for more interviews and survival content.

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In this episode of The Survival Debrief Podcast, Steven Kelly sits down with Alexa Towersey to break down her brutal survival journey across the Naked and Afraid franchise. Alexa talks about her 21-day challenge in Colombia, her experience on Naked and Afraid: Apocalypse in South Africa, and the big announcement of Naked and Afraid: Global Showdown, set to be released this year.

This is a raw, honest survival conversation covering mindset, suffering, resilience, strategy, and what it really takes to survive when everything is against you. If you are a fan of Naked and Afraid, bushcraft, survival TV, endurance, and behind-the-scenes stories from elite survivalists, this episode is for you.

In this episode:

• Alexa Towersey’s 21-day Naked and Afraid challenge in Colombia
• Her experience on Naked and Afraid: Apocalypse in South Africa
• The announcement of Naked and Afraid: Global Showdown
• Survival mindset, pressure, and what the audience does not see on screen
• Behind-the-scenes insight from one of the franchise’s standout survivalists

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In this episode of The Survival Debrief Podcast, Steven Kelly interviews Cole Wilks, a 3x Naked and Afraid survivalist, about his survival challenges in Africa, Colombia, and Florida.

Cole Wilks breaks down what it was really like taking on multiple Naked and Afraid environments, the different pressures each location brought, and how survival changes depending on the terrain, climate, wildlife, and mindset needed to push through. From Africa to Colombia to Florida, this is a raw conversation about resilience, suffering, bushcraft, adaptation, and what it takes to keep going when conditions turn brutal.

Steven Kelly, British survival instructor, military veteran, TV survivalist, and founder of South West Survival, leads the conversation through Cole’s experiences, lessons learned, and the realities behind survival television.

In this episode, we cover:

Cole Wilks’ Naked and Afraid survival challenges

The differences between surviving in Africa, Colombia, and Florida

Bushcraft, survival skills, and adaptation under pressureThe physical and mental side of extreme survival

What people do not see behind the scenesLessons learned from multiple wilderness environments

If you enjoy Naked and Afraid, survival stories, bushcraft, outdoor adventure, and real conversations with experienced survivalists, follow The Survival Debrief Podcast with Steven Kelly for more interviews and survival content.

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In this episode of The Survival Debrief Podcast, Steven Kelly sits down with fellow Naked and Afraid survivalist Tyler for an honest conversation about his challenge, why he tapped on day 3, and what was really happening behind the scenes.

Tyler opens up about the physical and mental pressure of the Naked and Afraid experience, the reality of surviving in extreme conditions, and the reasons that led to his early tap.

This is a raw breakdown of survival, mindset, hardship, and what people watching at home often do not see.

Steven Kelly, British survival instructor, military veteran, TV survivalist, and founder of South West Survival, leads the discussion through the key moments of Tyler’s challenge, the lessons learned, and the truth about being pushed to your limit in the wild.In this episode, we cover:

Why Tyler tapped on day 3

What the Naked and Afraid challenge was really likeThe mental and physical side of survival

What viewers do not always see on survival TV

Lessons learned from pressure, discomfort, and failure

How extreme environments expose your mindset fast

If you enjoy Naked and Afraid, survival stories, bushcraft, outdoor challenges, and real conversations about resilience, make sure you follow The Survival Debrief Podcast with Steven Kelly for more interviews with survivalists and adventurers.

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