The CRUX: True Survival Stories

By: Kaycee McIntosh Julie Henningsen Bleav
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  • Are you drawn to thrilling survival stories where characters overcome impossible odds? The Crux: True Survival Stories is your podcast. Join us for gripping tales of resilience and invaluable insights into wilderness survival and the mindset needed to overcome adversity. Hosted by Kaycee McIntosh and Julie Henningsen, both passionate about wilderness and medicine, our podcast is fueled by real-life stories and the pivotal moments that determine life or death outcomes. Tune in for captivating narratives that entertain and educate. Airing every Monday!
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Episodes
  • Helene's Path: 500 Miles of Destruction | E133

    Helene's Path: 500 Miles of Destruction | E133
    Nov 4 2024
    The Crux True Survival Stories, hosted by Kaycee McIntosh and Julie Henningsen, delves into the harrowing accounts of survival and devastation brought by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. The episode explores the widespread impact of these storms, sharing reports of record-breaking rainfall, unprecedented tornado outbreaks, and intense flooding. Listeners hear tales of heroism from ordinary people who stepped up in times of crisis and recount the emotional and physical toll on affected communities. The episode also highlights the long-term consequences of these natural disasters, urging preparedness and support for those who have lost homes and loved ones. 00:00 Introduction and Hosts 00:36 Hurricane Milton's Recent Impact 02:12 Hurricane Helene: The Original Story 04:30 The Devastation of Hurricane Helene 05:23 Heart-Wrenching Tales of Survival 07:32 Community Resilience and Heroic Acts 09:14 A Wedding Amidst the Chaos 14:21 Another Tale of Survival: Angelina's Story 15:25 Flooded Car Panic 16:04 Angelina's Miraculous Rescue 17:44 Lifeguard and Mountain Rescues 18:36 Hurricane Helene's Impact on North Carolina 19:18 The Zara Family's Harrowing Experience 20:44 The Struggle to Rebuild Without Insurance 22:37 Tragic Stories of Kim and Rod Ashby 23:54 Stephen Cloyd's Desperate Texts 25:48 Reflecting on the True Cost of Disasters 26:27 Closing Remarks and Call to Action Email us! thecruxsurvival@gmail.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecruxpodcast/ Get schooled by Julie in outdoor wilderness medicine! https://www.headwatersfieldmedicine.com/ Based on the provided links, here's a formal reference list for the Hurricane Helene and Milton coverage, the last on the list is the link where you can support victims: News Articles: Yahoo News (2024). "Where did Hurricane Helene make landfall?" https://news.yahoo.com/news/where-did-hurricane-helene-landfall-044235283.html BBC News (2024). "Hurricane Helene: Devastating impact across southeastern United States" https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1k70rnrp4xo CNN (2024). "How Helene devastated western North Carolina" https://www.cnn.com/2024/10/06/us/how-helene-devastated-western-north-carolina/index.html MSN News (2024). "Georgia man shares story of survival in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene" https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/georgia-man-shares-story-of-survival-in-north-carolina-after-hurricane-helene-increased-my-faith-in-god/ar-AA1rIL8J Yahoo News (2024). "North Carolina family thankful to be alive" https://www.yahoo.com/news/north-carolina-family-thankful-alive-231002400.html MSN News (2024). "'I couldn't watch her die': Wake County man jumps into river to rescue woman in Ashe County" https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/i-couldnt-watch-her-die-wake-county-man-jumps-into-river-to-rescue-woman-in-ashe-county/ar-AA1rwC3s The American Retiree (2024). "Heroic rescue amid Helene's fury: Meteorologist saves Atlanta woman from rising floodwaters" https://theamericanretiree.com/heroic-rescue-amid-helenes-fury-meteorologist-saves-atlanta-woman-from-rising-floodwaters/ CNN Coverage: 8. CNN (2024). "Helene recovery Friday" https://www.cnn.com/2024/10/04/us/helene-recovery-friday/index.html CNN (2024). "Hurricane Helene live updates: Florida, North Carolina, Georgia" https://www.cnn.com/weather/live-news/hurricane-helene-florida-north-carolina-georgia-09-30-24 CNN (2024). "Georgia flooding rescue van Dillen" https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/27/us/georgia-flooding-rescue-van-dillen Resources for Support: 11. CNN (2024). "How to help Helene storm victims" https://www.cnn.com/us/how-to-help-helene-storm-victims-iyw Note: All articles are from 2024 coverage of Hurricane Helene and its aftermath. For the most current information, please consult official sources and emergency management agencies.
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    28 mins
  • When Joy Turned to Horror: Inside Indiana's Halloween Nightmare | E132

    When Joy Turned to Horror: Inside Indiana's Halloween Nightmare | E132
    Oct 31 2024

    In this episode of The Crux True Survival Stories, hosts Julie Henningsen and Kaycee McIntosh explore the tragic Halloween Night Coliseum Explosion in Indianapolis, Indiana, on October 31, 1963. During an ice show at the Indiana State Fair Coliseum, an explosion caused by a propane gas buildup led to 74 fatalities and 384 injuries. The episode features vivid survivor accounts, historical context, and dramatic rescue efforts led by ice skaters and fire captain Richard Wells, including heroic acts by John Whitaker, Margaret Cook, Barbara Reeves, and Margaret Whitlow. Themes of resilience, community support, and lasting impacts on survivors, supported by insights from the Indiana Historical Society, are examined. The hosts emphasize the importance of safety during Halloween, invite listeners to share their survival stories, and hint at future episodes.
    00:00 Introduction to The Crux True Survival Stories
    01:03 Setting the Scene: Halloween Night 1963
    02:18 The Explosion: Halloween Night Coliseum Disaster
    04:42 Immediate Aftermath: Chaos and Darkness
    11:36 Rescue Efforts: Heroes on Ice
    14:18 Survivor Stories: Anderson Sisters and More
    17:27 Survivor Accounts and Immediate Aftermath
    19:15 The Pugsley Family's Narrow Escape
    21:24 Community Response and Heroic Efforts
    24:58 Long-term Impact and PTSD
    26:11 Coliseum Survivors Association and Legacy
    30:25 Conclusion and Call to Action

    Resources:

    1. WRTV Indianapolis - "'It was a good place': Survivor reflects on Coliseum explosion 20 years later"
      Link: https://www.wrtv.com/lifestyle/history/1983-it-was-a-good-place-survivor-reflects-on-coliseum-explosion-20-years-later

    2. Wikipedia - "1963 Indiana State Fairgrounds Coliseum gas explosion"
      Link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1963_Indiana_State_Fairgrounds_Coliseum_gas_explosion

    3. Indianapolis Star - RetroIndy: "Coliseum explosion"
      Link: https://www.indystar.com/story/news/history/retroindy/2014/01/15/coliseum-explosion/4495037/

    4. History.com - "This Day in History: Indiana State Fairgrounds Coliseum explosion"
      Link: https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/indiana-state-fairgrounds-coliseum-explosion

    Email us! thecruxsurvival@gmail.com

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    Get schooled by Julie in outdoor wilderness medicine! https://www.headwatersfieldmedicine.com/
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    32 mins
  • The Venomous Snake that Fell from the Sky | E131

    The Venomous Snake that Fell from the Sky | E131
    Oct 28 2024

    In this episode of the Crux True Survival Stories podcast, hosts Kaycee McIntosh and Julie Henningsen recount the extraordinary true story of Peggy Jones in Silsbee, Texas. While mowing her lawn, Peggy experienced a terrifying ordeal when a venomous snake dropped from the sky, latched onto her arm, and was soon followed by an aggressive hawk attempting to reclaim its prey. The harrowing encounter left Peggy with severe injuries and a battle for survival in the middle of her expansive property. This episode explores the science behind phenomena like 'animal rain,' the potential dangers of Texas's venomous snakes, and offers vital safety tips. Peggy's resilience and humor, despite her traumatic experience, shine through, making this a truly inspiring listen.
    00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
    00:20 A Snake Falls from the Sky
    00:53 Peggy's Terrifying Encounter
    03:41 The Unexpected Attack
    09:16 The Hawk Joins the Chaos
    10:34 Eagle Encounter: A Close Call
    11:09 The Hawk and the Snake: A Battle in the Sky
    12:32 Animal Rain: Strange Phenomena from Above
    14:34 The Science Behind Animal Rain
    17:09 Peggy's Ordeal: A Terrifying Encounter
    20:01 Survival Tips and Peggy's Resilience
    21:17 Conclusion: Life's Unexpected Challenges

    Sources for this episode:

    1. "When a Snake Fell from the Sky" - Reader's Digest, Derek Burnett
    2. "Texas woman attacked by snake dropped by hawk while mowing lawn" - CNN https://www.cnn.com/2023/08/11/us/texas-woman-snake-hawk-attack-wellness/index.html
    3. "Woman mowing lawn attacked by falling snake, swooping hawk in 'utterly chaotic' encounter" - USA Today https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2023/08/11/texas-woman-attacked-by-snake-hawk-while-mowing/70575009007/
    4. "Snakes in Texas" - Texas Parks and Wildlife https://tpwd.texas.gov/education/resources/texas-junior-naturalists/snakes-in-texas
    5. "Snake Safety & Prevention" - Texas Department of State Health Services https://www.dshs.texas.gov/safety-prevention/snake-safety-prevention

    For more information about animal rain phenomena:

    • BBC Earth article on "Animal Rain" phenomena https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20150327-the-mystery-of-raining-animals

    For snake safety and identification in Texas:

    • Texas Snakes & More https://www.texassnakes.net/

    • Email us! thecruxsurvival@gmail.com

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      Get schooled by Julie in outdoor wilderness medicine! https://www.headwatersfieldmedicine.com/
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    23 mins

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