About this episode

Ariean Colton shares her harrowing experience of surviving a bear attack and the journey of recovery that followed.

In August 2025, Ariean Colton stepped outside for a morning run in Kenai, Alaska. Moments later, her life changed forever. Attacked by a bear just steps from her driveway, Ariean suffered devastating injuries, including a traumatic brain injury, multiple fractures, and months of recovery. Dragged nearly 100 yards and left for dead, she survived because of a neighbor who heard something unusual in the early morning and went to investigate. But this conversation isn't just about the attack. It'...

People in this episode

Host: Manny Coelho

Guest: Ariean Colton

Topics covered

• survival
• bear attack
• traumatic brain injury
• recovery
• personal story

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Kenai, Alaska

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