Will You Survive... The Podcast
Immerse yourself in the world of cinema as we embark on a journey to equip you with the skills to tackle any disaster head-on. Through the lens of thrilling tales, particularly those of the zombie apocalypse, we'll unravel the secrets of preparedness. Join us as we explore the silver screen to empower you for the challenges that lie ahead.
Episodes
The iconic survival tale Cast Away takes center stage as TJ, Alex, and Eric dissect Tom Hanks' four-year island adventure with unflinching honesty and plenty of laughs. What would you do if stranded alone with nothing but FedEx packages and a volleyball for company?
Our hosts immediately tackle the film's most controversial moment - Chuck's reluctance to open the washed-up packages. "There...
We dive into the horror-comedy "Cooties" where a cafeteria food virus turns elementary school children into zombie-like infected creatures, forcing teachers to band together and fight for survival against their former students.
• Film stars Elijah Wood, Rainn Wilson, and Alison Pill as teachers trapped in a school with infected children
• The virus only fully "zombifies" pre-pubescent ...
Could you survive an alien invasion? When towering tripods emerge from beneath the streets, using humans as gardening material for mysterious red plants, would you know what to do?
Steven Spielberg's 2005 adaptation of War of the Worlds offers a masterclass in both catastrophic alien invasion scenarios and questionable parenting choices. Tom Cruise plays Ray Ferrier, a divorced father who suddenly must p...
Graham Hess, a former reverend who lost his faith after his wife's tragic death, faces an alien invasion with his brother Merrill and two children on their isolated farm.
• Importance of situational awareness in recognizing abnormal patterns in your environment
• Animals going quiet as nature's warning system for approaching danger
• Proper shelter fortification techniques using available ho...
We dive into Stephen King's psychological thriller 1408, examining the mental fortitude required to survive a hotel room with a deadly supernatural reputation.
• Mental resilience proves crucial when facing psychological horror rather than physical threats
• The room manipulates reality and preys on personal traumas, particularly the protagonist's grief over his deceased daughter
• Documenta...
Ever wondered if sheer human numbers could overcome raw primal power? We tackle the bizarre question that's sparked countless bar debates: could 100 unarmed men defeat a single silverback gorilla in combat?
The numbers are staggering. A silverback possesses 4-9 times the strength of a trained athlete, can lift over 1,800 pounds, and sports a bite force exceeding 1,300 PSI. Their thick muscles and dense b...
Exploring America's first case where demonic possession was used as a murder defense, we dive into the true story behind The Conjuring 3 and extract survival lessons that apply to any life-threatening situation.
• Teamwork and trust form the foundation of survival in crisis situations
• Staying calm under pressure helps maintain clear thinking when facing threats
• Knowledge is power - researchin...
Could you survive being stranded on a lifeboat in the middle of the Pacific Ocean with a Bengal tiger? This week, we tackle the extraordinary survival tale portrayed in Life of Pi, diving deep into the psychological elements that make this story both captivating and profoundly insightful.
The conversation kicks off with a fascinating discussion about Pi's father's brutal but necessary lesson about r...
What happens when your survival depends on the most random item you could imagine? That's the premise of our brand new "Survive or Die" format, where Alex and TJ face off in a battle of creative survival thinking.
Armed with nothing but a bizarre assortment of everyday items, our contestants tackle increasingly absurd scenarios. Picture this: you're trapped in a walk-in freezer with only a...
Gather around, survivors, as we journey to the luminescent world of Pandora in James Cameron's groundbreaking sci-fi epic, Avatar. Our hosts dive into a passionate debate about whether this visually stunning film deserves its status as the highest-grossing movie ever or if it's simply "Pocahontas in space" with a fresh coat of CGI paint.
The conversation takes fascinating turns as we explo...
Lurking behind the veil of a seemingly ordinary ghost haunting lies something far more sinister in The Conjuring 2. We dive deep into the notorious Enfield Poltergeist case, where what appears to be the restless spirit of an elderly man reveals itself as something far more ancient and malevolent.
The spiritual battle for survival takes center stage as we explore how names hold extraordinary power in confronti...
Ever wondered if you could survive being stranded alone on the red planet? Our latest deep dive examines The Martian, where astronaut Mark Watney must use ingenuity and science to stay alive on Mars after being accidentally left behind by his crew.
We tackle the film's survival realism - from the questionable Martian dust storm that launches the plot to the scientifically sound (though explosive) water-m...
We dive deep into the 2011 film "The Gray" starring Liam Neeson to analyze its survival scenarios and separate Hollywood fiction from wilderness reality.
• Examining the film's portrayal of wolf behavior vs. actual timber wolf territorial patterns
• Discussing why the wolves' aggressiveness was dramatically exaggerated for cinematic effect
• Exploring realistic survival priorities ...
We watch the 2013 horror classic The Conjuring and examine how spiritual survival differs from physical survival in the face of demonic possession. Through our signature humor and candid conversation, we explore what it would take to survive a haunting.
• Discussing whether we believe in ghosts and demons and how they might exist in our world
• Exploring TJ's theory that ghosts are fragments of human...
A mysterious epidemic sweeps across the nation as field reporters TJ Jackson and Eric Salas broadcast live from ground zero of what appears to be a full-blown zombie apocalypse. Their reports from a residential neighborhood outside Milwaukee and the Crossroads Mall paint a harrowing picture of civilization's rapid collapse.
As the situation deteriorates, our correspondents find themselves trapped alongsi...
Step into the inner workings of "Will You Survive the Podcast" as we take a break from our usual movie survival analysis to establish our official podcast constitution. Like Washington, Madison, and the other founding fathers before us, we're creating a framework of bylaws that will govern our survival discussions and competitions moving forward.
Our newly ratified constitution introduces the G...
We dive into a whirlwind of laughter and competition as Eric and Alex face off in a special Geopardy episode. Their knowledge of survival and pop culture gets put to the test, creating an energetic environment that combines humor and essential survival skills.
• Introduction to the unique concept of Geopardy
• Contestants: Eric and Alex and their rivalry
• Overview of the categories and game rules
This episode serves up a hilarious and chaotic examination of survival films through an entertaining tier list format that sparks spirited debates. Tune in as we dissect iconic disaster movies, discussing their implausibility, emotional impact, and our criteria for survival ratings.
• Engaging discussions centered around specific movies, highlighting survival mechanics
• Humorous banter showcasing differ...
Winter survival can be a frightening topic, especially when inspired by high-tension films like "Frozen." We explore how the characters' choices lead to dire consequences and what lessons can be learned about preparing for the wild.
• Importance of being prepared for winter excursions
• Discussion on the movie "Frozen" and its survival tactics
• Evaluation of character beha...
This episode dives deep into the psychological thriller "Buried," exploring the harrowing experience of being trapped in a coffin and the critical themes of human connection, survival, and the unforeseen consequences of technology. Through engaging discussions, we analyze character decisions, the film’s societal criticisms, and Ryan Reynolds' performance that drives the narrative forward.
• Ove...
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