About this episode

The episode features three harrowing survival stories involving a shooting, a sea rescue, and a kidnapping attempt by a close friend.

Sharon is driving home when she is shot by a passing car, instantly blinding her. Patrick is spearfishing with his dive partner when he is pulled from the boat by a strong wind and lost at sea for 23 hours. Renee is attacked by her oldest friend who attempts to kidnap and ransom Renee with the help of her brother. Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more visit apartments.com the place to find a place. Tempo - Check out TempoMeals.com/SURVIVED for 60% off your first box! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

People in this episode

Guests: Sharon, Patrick, Renee

Topics covered

• shooting
• kidnapping
• survival
• lost at sea
• friendship betrayal

Keywords

• survival
• shooting
• kidnapping
• lost at sea
• true crime

Sponsors

Apartments.com, Tempo

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