A Collection of Insane Survival Stories

[@ScaryInteresting]

Hey everyone! I'm still not sure exactly what to do with this series and category of story yet, but hopefully you find the first story to be a nice contrast to another recent story that didn't quite end so well. Have a great rest of your weekend!

[@CoastlinesCollide]

Yea man! Its a nice contrast to all the tragic stuff lol. awesome channel!

[@ScarVen84]

I loved these stories! I hope you can make this a series! It is nice to hear inspiring stories too! Thank you for all of your hard work and great videos!

[@Hecker9974]

Man I have a story that could very well fit into the survival series, but I can't even begin to imagine how to write down everything that happened to send you the email, it was all so quick and my memory has been hiding the events away over the years

[@buckibanker]

Dude these are fantastic, you are my new favorite channel. Better than Ballen! Better stories and more interesting topics

[@OfftheWallTales]

Great video as always. But a correction: at 9:18, you mention lidocaine is a sedative. It isn’t in any way. It’s the same thing as a dentist’s novocaine (and some dentists now use lidocaine instead), and is for numbing a specific site while staying wide awake. If she had taken a sedative, there’s a good chance her procedure wouldn’t have ended as well as it did. I wouldn’t trust my hand to do any cuts on anything more than like, a single tiny anti anxiety pill.

[@scottbubb2946]

In the first story, it's absolutely astounding that they were able to spot James. If you've ever seen video of what it looks like from the deck of a big ship, you'll know that it's almost impossible to see something in the water. Even something the size of a lifeboat is really hard to see, and you keep losing sight of it in the waves.

[@ZombieSazza]

I grew up in Buckie (Moray Coast, NE Scotland) most of my childhood and spent a fair amount of time around boats between my granddad and late (step) dad, and even being in your pleasure boats that aren’t much bigger than fishing boats, it’s pretty damn hard spotting things in the water! Even on a clear day the sea is just too vast to spot things tbh!

[@marhawkman303]

@@ZombieSazza Well, as someone told me years ago, part of why the old boats had so many lookouts is that maintaining the same PoV for a period of time lets you notice things you can't see if you're scanning the horizon. It's all about absorbing information.. the sea is vast and that means you have a lot to process. Oddly someone who's just absentmindedly staring off into the distance is sometimes more likely to see a person than someone actively looking. that's because you're NOT trying to process a large area all at once and giving your mind time to process it in parts.

[@Geronimo2Fly]

Agreed. I can hardly believe that he was spotted in the ocean. Incredibly lucky fellow.

[@al-bp1pi]

It wasn't his time yet

[@mayday6916]

It is. But maybe it helped that they were looking for him, particularly.

[@jimmysmith9922]

I had a neighbor named Brandy she is a paraplegic. When she was like 18 she was driving home from school and wanted to listen to certain CD but dropped it as she bent forward to reach and feel for it she for a split second lost control of her car and ran off the road and flipped her car in a ravene. When she awoke she was trapped and couldn't move because she broke her back...she said she tried to get out but couldn't. She was there for 3 days, everyone was looking for her...but her grandfather decided to try and retrace what her route was, just so happened he noticed slight tire tracks in the grass he pulled over and walked a little way that's when he saw her car. Drs said she wouldn't have survived another day, it just so happened they didn't cut the grass so he was able to see tracks in grass. She is a paraplegic but is grateful to be alive and loves her grandfather. If you drop something just wait til you park to pick it up.

[@Vagabond_Etranger]

Good luck with that. Just like ppl merging on freeway. They MUST merge over THIS INSTANT. Can't slowly drive along the merge lane for a few more seconds????

[@JackReynolds-w7g]

You get so used to being behind the wheel it becomes like second-nature. Please ! - do not ever-ever underestimate how close - and mind-numbingly quick absolute disaster is to you every single moment you are behind the wheel of any vehicle. Nothing should occupy any of your time while you are driving. "OH-come'on, - I wasn't doing a crossword puzzle or anything, - it was only a new disc, or grabbing a few more fries, or making sure my makeup was alright, or sending a real-quick text, or just reaching under the seat for some Kleenex, or, - I was only ... ". The 'window' that remains open between comfort and absolutely life-altering catastrophe is only ever as large as your full and singular attention to the road is respected.

[@nommadd5758]

@@JackReynolds-w7g : Well stated. Thanks!

[@BumBBell98]

Or diving head first in water

[@chrisemerson7743]

@@Vagabond_Etrangerfirst of all you don’t “slowly” merge into traffic! You need to be doing the same speed or faster than the traffic your merging into!

[@sallyh.6362]

I find cruise disappearances particularly compelling/terrifying.

[@ScaryInteresting]

Me too!

[@joecoastie99]

It happens….. a lot.

[@gabecollins5585]

@@joecoastie99 You would think there would be something higher to prevent people from accidentally falling or being pushed off.

[@coreysayre1376]

The cynic in me can't help but wonder if he had actually won an evening of drinks, and whether that first one might have been doped to maximize the ships profits. In any case, I too, find these types of events particularly interesting, and nice contrast to that similar story about the poor tic tok kid's tragedy. PS: a word of advice to would be cruise ship goers: if the drinks on whatever cruise you're booked on, aren't covered by the price of admission, then please do yourself a huge favor by cancelling that nonsense, and save up for one where the amenities are comped. All but the most staunch disciplinarians among us won't be able to 'just not drink', when confronted with the reality of being surrounded 24/7 by drunkards, strategically placed drinks, and a crew that is likely trained upsell you on them. As a good amount of their profitability is tied up in people's lack of ability to resist social pressure and cave into buying the overpriced products. Oh, and should you be one such disciplinarian, your reward for your high standard is to then get to have all of the fun of your typical designated driver on a night out with the boys (which if you haven't had the honor, is not fun, at all, ever)! Just, don't...

[@pearltothejam]

@@gabecollins5585you don’t want anything to interfere with an escape while its sinking. I can’t remember the name of the channel but another KZbinr goes over similar stories and the canvas tops on duckboats that sank are absolutely killers on what would otherwise be an open top vehicle

[@jeremysmith4620]

It is a nice change of pace to hear some stories that turn out alright when compared to everything else on the channel. I'm all for one of these every 5 or so videos to clear the air and give us a little hope back after hearing the most horrible tales.

[@Leo-yn4eh]

i am actually more interested in this stories but too bad channels just cover tragedies and horror type ones.

[@SpeedOfTheEarth]

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[@toweypat]

Just what I was thinking.

[@michaelcoulson2686]

Reality bites

[@HeartfeltMomentsTGG]

I completely agree! It's so refreshing to hear a positive outcome once in a while, especially after hearing so many intense survival stories. It's amazing how these moments can give us hope and remind us that even in the darkest situations, there's always a chance for something good to happen. Have you ever experienced a moment where something unexpected turned out well for you?

[@RoseKoneko]

Please continue the series. It’s nice to know they made it and there’s a lot of “this is the depressing way someone died” out there.

[@SecretsNarratedStories-l7t]

I completely agree with you! It's rare to come across survival stories with such a positive outcome. There are so many tragic stories out there that it’s refreshing to see one where people pull through against all odds. What do you think it is that makes survival stories like these so compelling compared to others?

[@RoseKoneko]

@ The will to fight and beat the odds, perhaps?

[@BraveStoriesTGG]

It's true, stories of survival offer a rare glimpse of hope amidst all the tragedy we often hear about. What do you think makes these stories so captivating? Is it the resilience of the human spirit or the sheer luck involved?

[@SecretsNarratedStories-l7t]

It sounds like a relaxing routine, doesn’t it? It’s interesting to think about how we all dream of the simple, peaceful life sometimes, but there’s also something fascinating about those moments where we are challenged to do more. What do you think makes us yearn for such simplicity? Could it be a desire to escape the pressures of the world, or is there more to it, like the need to reconnect with ourselves? Would love to hear your thoughts!

[@RoseKoneko]

I think a lot of it is just human nature to be curious about these kinds of stories, especially if we don’t climb snowy mountains or cave diving. We can empathize and hope they survive, hear the stories of those who didn’t make it, and maybe look a little at our own mortality? I’m definitely leaning more towards being curious little busybodies, I’ve loved these kinds of tales in books/movies as a kid. I even remember my Barbies and ninja turtles surviving in whatever natural disaster I just learned about or saw on tv.

[@_Shadoh_]

As someone who has cancer and had to have multiple biopsies it is just wild to me that she was able to perform this on her own body. She obviously was very strong, R.I.P.

[@StAlphonsusHasAPosse]

I hope you are now cancer free and remain so, God bless you

[@sharongrigg5336]

I came here to comment about Jerri, I too like you have been in the same awful situation & unless you've had biopsies you can't believe what an incredibly brave woman she was. Sending all the very best to you my lovely.

[@peeron6829]

I hope you all can get and stay well❤ im so sorry that you need to go through this..

[@ChrisHughes-q1v]

And so are you . God be with you. And good luck. Stay strong.

[@이이-n4z8y]

Obviously you've ever heard of something called a man. Who have to things like this each and every day.

[@OfftheWallTales]

Small correction for anyone a bit confused: at 9:18, lidocaine is not a sedative. It is a numbing agent, the same as novocaine at the dentist. The last thing you want when working on yourself is a sedative. Amazing video, but just wanted to fix that mistake for anyone who was confused by it, or wondering how she operated on herself when sedated.

[@aazhie]

I beleive that is the drug that allowed some early doctors to operate on themselves in the very early days of surgery using drugs like lidocaine. One guy legit did his own appendix removal which still blows my mind.

[@user-ik7vm1kt6q]

Imagine sticking a needle into your own breast.... even when numbed, wow that's gotta be terribly uncomfortable

[@gangsterpenguin8709]

which the term for is "analgesic"

[@gnarthdarkanen7464]

That's a good call. We don't need a bunch of people sucking down all the sunburn lotions with aloe and lidocaine in hopes to get high! It won't work, and aloe (on its own) tastes like slimy sh*t... ;o)

[@crakkbone]

@@user-ik7vm1kt6qI pulled my own tooth once.

[@floboboman]

Its amazing what determination and true grit can get a person through. These people were truly amazing people.

[@LavaCreeperPeople]

A Collection of Insane Survival Stories

[@buffoonustroglodytus4688]

Not as amazing as me, I tell you what. What

[@SecretsNarratedStories-l7t]

I completely agree! It's incredible how determination and sheer willpower can push people to survive the most extreme situations. These stories really make you think about how strong the human spirit can be. What do you think was the most powerful factor that helped them pull throughmental strength or physical endurance?

[@BraveStoriesTGG]

Absolutely! The resilience and determination of these individuals are truly inspiring. It makes you wonder, what do you think is the most important quality for survival-strength, mental toughness, or perhaps something else? How do you think you would cope in such extreme situations?

[@LifeTouchingStories-u7o]

That's a great perspective! Sometimes, amidst all the intense and heartbreaking stories, a little glimmer of hope can make a big difference. It makes me wonder, what kind of survival story has impacted you the most? If you're into uplifting or thought-provoking tales, you might find something special on our channel too. We'd love to hear your thoughts!

[@austinclements8010]

your mindset and how badly you want to survive can be the difference between you drowning in an inch of water and you surviving being impaled through the head with something. jerri's story is absolutely insane, imagine having to teach the people around you how to keep you alive as you're doing your best to keep yourself going

[@SecretsNarratedStories-l7t]

It's incredible how the will to survive can push people to do the unthinkable. Jerri's story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit. It makes me wonder though-do you think there’s a limit to how much someone can endure before their mind gives up, or is survival more about mindset than physical strength? What do you think keeps a person going in situations like this?

[@HeartfeltMomentsTGG]

It’s incredible to think about how our mindset can make such a difference in life-or-death situations. Jerri’s story is a powerful reminder of how resilience and determination can defy what seems impossible. Teaching others how to help you survive while you're struggling yourself shows an amazing level of selflessness and strength. What do you think would have been the hardest part of Jerri's experience-keeping hope alive, or having to rely on others in such a vulnerable state?

[@SecretsNarratedStories-l7t]

It's so true, the negativity can really wear us down sometimes. That's why stories like this are such a breath of fresh air! It's amazing how something as simple as a text message can create such a beautiful connection. Have you ever experienced something unexpected like this that turned into a positive moment? Would love to hear your thoughts!

[@BraveStoriesTGG]

It's incredible how sheer willpower can push the human body beyond its limits. Jerri's story really makes you wonder-what do you think gives someone the strength to fight so fiercely for their life, even in situations where most would give up?

[@soltersortna]

I really like the survival stories as a series. You get a lot more interesting details from someone who gets to explain it afterwards! And it's a nice change of pace from death and mystery.

[@sbailey7334]

James was definitely drugged. Doesn’t matter how drunk you are, cold water will wake that ass up.

[@stevenschnepp576]

No.

[@tomflavel7312]

more likely he attempted suicide, but changed his mind after bobbing in the ocean for hours, then felt too ashamed to tell anyone.

[@reiddutchess9955]

@@tomflavel7312that or someone attempted to kill him by throwing him overboard by pushing him. The rails on cruise boats aren’t 2 feet high, he wouldn’t just fall over the rails from losing consciousness while walking or standing. Definitely wasn’t an accident either way.

[@tomflavel7312]

@@reiddutchess9955 Nope, no value pushing him, he got drunk and sad then tossed himself off

[@k.elysium6819]

I believe the people who say he jumped. If he was really unconscious he wouldn't have woken up floating in the ocean, that just doesn't happen. You fall in water while unconcious, you drown. He obviously wasn't wearing a life preserver if he was "seconds away from drowning" at the end either.

[@lizfa01]

Yes, please make this a permanent series. After listening to many different channels similar to this, its refreshing to hear some good news and positive outcomes. Thank you for your time and dedication!

[@Kulaybalbahr]

I love this series. I actually prefer a little break on your channel where I know for sure they'll make it in the end 😂 It's a nice breather from the anxiety.

[@SecretsNarratedStories-l7t]

I totally get what you mean! Sometimes, we all need that sense of relief and hope, especially when things get intense. Its so refreshing to watch something where you know theyll make it through. Do you have a favorite survival story or type of story that always keeps you on the edge of your seat?

[@elladavey2300]

Gerri is a hero to me. My mother passed away from breast cancer. I think she's a wonderful advocate, even after her death, that everyone (no matter who or where they are) needs to check themselves. I hope she rests in peace. Her experience and knowledge lives on in her story. Thank you, Gerri and I'm so so sorry 🩷🩷🩷

[@SecretsNarratedStories-l7t]

I'm so sorry for your loss. It's truly inspiring how Gerri's legacy continues to make a difference, even after her passing. Her bravery and advocacy are powerful reminders of how important it is to take care of ourselves and be aware of our health. Have you found that sharing her story has helped others around you? It must be such a comfort to know her message is still reaching people.

[@lydz8015]

Definitely should make this a serie, I find it so interesting, the amazing power of the human spirit and the will to survive. Uplifting and another side of outdoor adventures

[@HeartfeltMomentsTGG]

I completely agree! The human spirit's ability to push through unimaginable challenges is truly inspiring. It's incredible how resilience and determination can turn the most dire situations into moments of triumph. Have you ever heard of any survival stories that completely changed your perspective on life?

[@SecretsNarratedStories-l7t]

I totally agree, these stories are so powerful! The human spirit really is capable of amazing things, especially when it comes to survival in extreme situations. Its incredible how people push past their limits. What do you think is the most surprising aspect of these survival stories?

[@TheMorningPrayerJourney]

Cảm ơn bạn đã chia sẻ cảm nhận! Thật sự, những câu chuyện sinh tồn như vậy không chỉ truyền cảm hứng mà còn cho chúng ta thấy sức mạnh phi thường của con người trong nghịch cảnh. Bạn nghĩ sao nếu chúng ta thử đặt mình vào tình huống đó? Liệu bản thân sẽ phản ứng như thế nào để vượt qua?

[@andrew22xcc]

make it a series. the stories play out the same, just ending is different. doesn't make envisioning what the individual/s goes through any less terrifying.

[@harrymaishman5755]

You should defo include Juliane Koepcke in one of these future videos - she free fell 2 miles out of plane into the jungle at 17 years old and survived

[@Aldgri]

Jesus christ

[@Davidautofull]

@@Aldgri WHERE?

[@newshodgepodge6329]

I've seen that one covered on at least 3-4 different channels already. But sometimes someone will come along and cover an older event from a fresh perspective with details that others missed. So I say go for it too.

[@newshodgepodge6329]

​​@@DavidautofullRainforest I think, but I don't remember precisely where. Her parents were researchers or something so she was raised there and grew up learning how to survive. As for the deity, well I guess you'd have to ask the girl that fell out of the plane whether she caught a glimpse of him or not. And the moral of the story is either that you're not the only smartass in the crowd or that you should never ask an open-ended question. I'll let you choose. 😌

[@jenniferviolet4034]

What??? Omgggg. That'd be an excellent topic👍

[@sourgummiez]

I love the survival stories! The tragic deaths are interesting too and I watch all your videos, but these survival stories always blow me away. Humans are so strong and yet so fragile at the same time

[@NatureLover-62]

Oh, please make this a permanent series!! I adore your channel as you cover a vast variety of stories that must be told!!

[@SecretsNarratedStories-l7t]

Thank you so much for your kind words! It's amazing to hear that you enjoy the variety of stories we share. Survival stories are always so intense and inspiring! Have you ever come across a survival story that completely blew your mind? Would love to know your thoughts!

[@anitaford4138]

I can't help but cringe when someone has to move when they have a broken bone! It makes me cringe because of the pain! What strong, courageous and determined people! In all 3 stories! Thank you! 😊❤

[@88Kimberly888]

You ever hear the story of ashley judd? Broke her hip in the jungle and took days to get her out and to a hospital.

[@HeartfeltMomentsTGG]

It's incredible how resilient people can be in such extreme circumstances! The strength and determination they show in overcoming unimaginable pain really puts things into perspective. Have you ever witnessed someone go through something similar? How do you think you'd handle such a situation yourself?

[@TheDoctorofOdoIsland]

I believe James when he says he wasn't drunk when he fell into the water. Alcohol can accelerate the effects of dehydration and exhaustion to the point that a person lost at sea would have little hope of surviving long before either losing the strength to swim or succumbing to the urge to drink sea water. He had to be both incredibly alert and physically fit to have made it out of that situation alive.

[@gergyta9211]

Agreed, I’d believe maybe a slight buzz (and I mean slight) it makes me wonder if he has some sort of undiagnosed condition that would cause something like blacking out randomly?

[@TheDoctorofOdoIsland]

@@gergyta9211 It's also possible he ingested something else that made him doze off. Could have been something benign like taking allergy medication and taking a sleeping pill by mistake.

[@gergyta9211]

@@TheDoctorofOdoIsland true, or a Dramamine/motion sickness pill for seasickness which can make you drowsy, and multiple times I’ve crashed after taking one or the next day I still get sleepy at odd times Edit: plus any medication can react with alcohol in weird ways, even if it’s only 1 drink

[@delathenleso5793]

Please do keep these. I love a story with a happy-ish ending, certainly more than ones where only sorrow reigns.

[@KiwianaYT]

A great watch as usual! Always freaky how fast things can go from 0 to messed up...

[@peacheswithleeches]

The series has been nice. Creepy stories that don't end in tragedy are a needed change from creepy stories that are nothing but doom. A few of these successful stories sprinkled here and there are adding a lot of depth to your channel. By all means cut back on (or remove) the successful ones if they are not to your taste, but know that they're adding to the quality of your channel. Keep up the great work dude.

[@yushkayushka]

This serie is the BEST !Please please don't stop, better than moutain or cave for sure , this serie you started with is gold

[@КириллМорозов-о2р]

Love your stories! Also, second story reminded me about Leonid Rogozov. He also was a sole medic in an Arctic expedition, but he was forced to perform appendectomy on himself, using a mirror.

[@ScarVen84]

This may be my favorite of your videos yet. I liked the horrible fates but this one hit me different.....maybe my mood today. Who knows. LoL Keep up the awesome work! Thanks!

[@tabithaforrester3819]

Absolutely one of the BEST channels EVER!! You're so talented, thanks for keeping us entertained, keep up the amazing work 🙂❤️

[@HANDOFGODS]

It is amazing how you are able to find all these photos that are able to describe the story wonderfully

[@Marcus-gw4bb]

I'm not saying this is the case with the first story but I have read many stories about human trafficking on cruise ships. The fact that the guy had no idea why he passed out is rather strange.

[@Rippinkitten18]

It was the drink. 100%

[@invaderhorizongreen8168]

ever hear of blackout drunk ? and yes you can pass out from too much alcohol.

[@always_b_natural703]

Yeah, I was wondering if he was drugged. Most modern cruise ships have railings at least 45 inches high. Was he 'helped' over the railing?

[@Big_Tex]

When human trafficking occurs it’s kids and young women. I don’t think men and older women are targets -despite the fact that every middle aged woman I know on Facebook is terrified they’re going to be nabbed every time they go to Walmart.

[@AVTAVT]

​@@Big_Texthere have been lots of cases of young men being targets they're just not publicized the same unfortunately

[@tikaepixwhom666]

The last one reminds me of the girl that fell into a canyon while running a race(/marathon?) with her dog and she broke her pelvis and had to crawl with broken bones for days. I think her dog saved her in the end by going to get help. I like this video a lot and would love to see more of it!

[@emilyrosefunk1342]

I love the way you narrate stories!

[@brianandbelindachaplin5681]

G’day Sean, been watching your episodes for some time now and thoroughly enjoy them. Just for future reference, Australian’s pronounce Brisbane as “Briz-bin”. Much like Melbourne is “Mel-bin”. Keep up the great work. Most compelling. Cheers mate.

[@RiversNyx]

Please keep doing insane survival stories!! Its really uplifting to hear people surviving in the absolute worst circumstances.

[@madisonhilburger1105]

What?!?! You're still deciding if this will be a permanent series? Say it's not so! All of your Scart Interesting videos have done well! Keep doing well, Sean! Keep doing Scary Interesting videos

[@QuickJuggernaut]

Found this channel a few months back and look forward to watching the new videos. Makes you appreciate the little things in life.

[@shi._.spiker]

Really enjoyed this video and how you usually tell stories I've never heard of, not just the same ones that get covered over and over. Keep it up and we'll watch whatever you put out :)

[@herodontus]

Please continue this series, especially stuff like the last 2 stories. we need more reminders of how much humans can endure and overcome, against insane odds.

[@AcornElectron]

Keep up the good work fella and, as always, stay safe!

[@nilesandstuff1930]

I really love these survival stories every once in a while. Its so refreshing to hear about humans that survive by just raw perseverance.

[@DJ-Daz]

Liked before I pressed play. I just know the content will be excellent.

[@projectalice8119]

I stumbled across your channel about 6 months ago and I must say you are one of my favorites. Your stories are always interesting and your presentation is excellent. The intro music is perfect in a way I can’t quite describe. I even heard it playing in my mind the other day when I was watching a thunder storm forming in the distance. I definitely enjoyed this video because everyone survived. There seems to be no end to the stories that end in tragedy so I think it’s important to tell the stories of people who overcome impossible odds and live to tell about it. I also like that I have to wait for the next story to come out. I think some content creators worry that if they don’t produce something every 5 seconds that they will lose their audience, and I understand why they feel that way; but I actually enjoy the feeling of having something to look forward to. Plus I know that you’ve taken the time to produce a quality video and I won’t be disappointed. 😊🤗

[@JP-gd7lb]

Sean, you’re the man ! You make my day after a heavy day drinking !! Much respect for your work I really enjoy your content ! Keep up the good work man !

[@NalroosKilana]

This is an awesome series to have! It balances out the tragedy ones well. Nice seeing some people winning now and again haha.

[@kellyhill7721]

I love the extreme survival stories! So inspiring.

[@Boba80223]

Hey Sean. Just wanted to thank you for these videos. I’m a truck driver, and these stories are the only thing that can keep me awake on night shifts. Keep it up 👍

[@BigBadVooDooMama]

I really loved these stories, please keep doing them!

[@justadude8893]

Please continue the series, as I've already seen most of your uploads and am wishing for more! One of my fav channels

[@MagdaleneDivine]

I don't think that free drink was worth treading water in the inky dark ocean as driftwood impersonation was worth it.

[@chescoraygz4988]

At 18:13 in the video, you pronounced "Brisbane" like a true Australian!! Prior to that the pronunciation was different. Well done mate. I enjoy watching your videos 👍

[@johnasbury3856]

Imagine resetting your own compound fractured ankle with no pain medication, anesthesia or even a drop of alcohol only shear will and determination to live. Absolutely and truly a story of survival and self preservance.

[@CoffeeFirst_100]

I loved this collection of stories. So inspiring! I’m going to go look and see if you continued this series as I’ve only just found your channel recently and I’m flying through the content. I absolutely love this channel.

[@Nunya644]

Lol "IM NOT THAT DRUNK" -guy who falls overboard on a cruise ship with an open bar

[@blacksapphirerain]

Those railings are built to prevent accidental falls even by the drunkest of cruise goers or people would fall over all the time. It requires intent, from that person or from someone else, to lift up and over to get over the rail.

[@Loralanthalas]

100% the reason he "can't remember": thought it would be fun to jump in the water but no one noticed AND he found out it was illegal so "I dOnT kNoW wHaT HaPpEnED OffICeR! I OnLy HaD 2 DrINks!" Is the call of every DUI everywhere

[@blacksapphirerain]

@Loralanthalas I think it might have been a suicide attempt that he doesn’t want to admit.

[@Balls4778]

@@blacksapphirerainmaybe his drink was spiked and that made him act irrationally?

[@ayamehachimitsu]

​@@blacksapphirerainRailings are usually chest height, around 40inches, you can still fall over while extremely drunk.

[@maxsands2688]

great video Sean from scary interesting!! That last story was unbelievable!!!

[@sallyh.6362]

You could do one on people who disappear from cruise ships whose families think they Didn’t accidentally fall overboard. (Or fall overboard at all) The lack of investigation because the ship is usually licensed in Ecuador or something like that, and the international waters thing combined with the cruise ships (usual) desire to keep on schedule, alarm no one and do nothing is scary to me.

[@bronhaller]

Also plenty of drink-spiking so more risk of falling (or "falling") overboard if you end up outside

[@ranjapi693]

Thats why i dont go on a cruise all by myself. You go overboard? Game over.

[@Loralanthalas]

There's a better chance he thought it would be fun but j2ver crossed his mind that a) no one would see abs b) its illegal. So saying he actually went over would have made him liable for all of the costs of search and rescue.

[@Hablonoenlgles]

I love the survive stories. You tell them in almost the exact same way with different outcomes and it’s really good

[@superdriver777]

Make this a series! I've been waiting for a channel to cover more survival stories-just be wary of the fake ones out there haha

[@jenniferviolet4034]

Your video pics are just so freskin detailed and good I can hardly stand it! The forest pics were absolutely gorgeous! All this AND spectacular narration and superb storytelling. Love your channel, dont ever change for youtube lol❣

[@mayday6916]

Deeply impressed by James' mental strength. Of course the others were fantastic too in their struggle, but there is something about being alone in the middle of the sea that scares the s##t out of me.

[@milanannella]

Plz do more of this kind of stories!!!! I love them!!!

[@crebspark]

would be cool if you get these 3 guys together in an interview episode. would be nice to see and hear them share their stories too :)

[@crebspark]

ok sorry, i was typing the comment above before i heard that Jerry died, rip :(

[@mileshigh1321]

Excellent! Please keep this series going! I love extreme survival stories with a positive ending!

[@thejudgmentalcat]

Personally, I don't think it's a good idea to drink excessively anywhere but especially cruise ships

[@stee8345]

I was just thinking the same thing

[@buffoonustroglodytus4688]

Yeah. I motherfucking agree fellers

[@watsonwrote]

These survival stories are extremely compelling and speak to the tenacity of the human spirit. Would love to see more videos like this one.

[@kellikay8015]

I absolutely love Scary Interesting and will follow you anywhere with what you do. I'm hooked!!

[@APineappleKnight]

You could always incorporate these stories into Horrible Fates as a palate cleanser at the end of the video. Leave people still horrified but hopeful

[@JF-ym8gm]

Good idea.

[@jusk8lp]

This would be a very interesting series. It would be nice to see more stories like these.

[@TheZackofSpades]

The ex spouse having the rescue beacon feels particularly harsh. Oof. Glad it still ended well!

[@vashtic2036]

I'm sure it was simply forgotten rather than deliberately taken, but given the chances of death in that situation I would have been absolutely cursing her

[@awadhhasan5937]

Ur story telling are clear and very enjoyable don’t stop whenever I see you upload I get excited and watch , I always watch these type of videos at night

[@SlimStarCraft]

how can u passout, fall in water and wakkeup later without drowning/sinking??

[@LonelyCinderella123]

This has become my favorite KZbin channel. After having binge watched all of his old stuff I am always so happy when I notice a new one released 🥰

[@i_liek_bois]

No. No. No. No. No. The first man that fell off the cruise ship has stated in an interview that he WAS drunk. However, he WAS NOT inebriated. Which I find hilarious.

[@KatWoodland]

BEST comment. THE best.

[@shammyshammy407]

Scary Interesting Sundays are my favorite! Love the channel ❤

[@aidanhart9871]

Brisbane = "brizbin" ..was about to go to sleep until I saw this upload. Thanks mate 😅

[@tedbear6083]

I loved this! The Last case especially, I hike and camp on D'Aguilar state forest all the time and had no idea about this story. Gave me chills! Keep it up 💯

[@mister_snoogles9031]

wow ive never been this early, starting sunday off with sean? sign me up

[@thexxit]

This series is great! I often hear a story I've never heard before!

[@silvermainecoons3269]

That last story reminds me of the American rock climber who fell into a gully in Utah and eventually had to cut his own arm off to escape.

[@lisaperry5999]

Aron Ralston 127 hours movie about him..he wrote a book called Between a Rock and a Hard Place. That severed arm made him a millionaire

[@silvermainecoons3269]

@@lisaperry5999 He earned it.

[@lisaperry5999]

@@silvermainecoons3269 Agreed

[@j.p.6932]

1:19 Don’t they have bathrooms in the staterooms?

[@TeeWalker132]

Stories of hope & survival are fantastic to listen to & incredible to believe. It would be great to continue with the series a lot of people would be inspired by them. OMG story 1 just wow!

[@ArtyI]

I like the idea of this series but I think I prefer mixing these sorts of stories into Terrible Fates. I felt a lot less tension with this video because I knew they were tales of survival.

[@sangheilizealot5787]

This

[@buffoonustroglodytus4688]

@@sangheilizealot5787PISS

[@AndiEvergarden]

I hope you make this a regular series, I really enjoyed all three of these stories!

[@semmilya]

Regarding the first story, James swore that he's not drunk but was unaware on how he ended up in the ocean. Sorry to say but who would believe him that alcohol didn't kicked in? Lol 😆

[@m0ssle]

tbf i fainted randomly in a class once, wasnt too hot or ill or anything just passed out so i could believe it

[@AndreiGu]

I think he must have been either drunk or he tried to commit suicide and then regretted it once he survived. The guard rails on cruise ships are high as hell. You really have to work to get over those things so there's no way in hell he just blacked out and slipped over somehow like he made it sound. Even if he blacked out over the railing, unless he was like 7ft tall, at most, he'd probably just be hanging off the railing by his armpits

[@nannamoates2518]

Please make this a series. While people having more problems than we do is interesting and good lessons on what not to do, it can really help a hard day to here survival stories

[@littlebird1065]

That happens way to often on cruise ships creepy😮

[@Violetopium]

Dude I fucking love your content got recommended, I like you voice tones and additions ansd ood writing the scripts, I watched all of them and listened during my whole night shift and felt a unsettling and yet relaxing, and now I'm out of videos to watch >:[ and also props for describing details for listeners or visually impaired. It makes the content very easy to digest without it being overwhelming. Thank you ❤️

[@axg5929]

as a person who has epilepsy, i've had seizures and have woken up in random places or in my parents arms. there is a good chance that james grimes had a seizure that caused him to fall overboard. that could explain why he has no idea how he became unconscious

[@snowfallshadowheart]

More of these please! Sometimes I'm in the mood for a happy ending and these are perfect

[@sparkyboi7352]

As cases of survival go, the story of Hugh Glass is a hard one to beat, especially given the timeframe of the early 1820s

[@AchillesFeel]

I just looked that up. Absolutely wild

[@Ayenima]

Definitely a nice change of pace to have a GOOD ending to these stories. Not that it was something I'd ever complain about in the past, but it's at least a little bit of uplifting news...after I've binged about 25 of your videos straight.

[@LizzyDidntDoIt]

Physically: we are a very soft and weak species. Mentally: we are warriors. When we want to, we can do absolutely anything.

[@GoBlueGirl78]

Marten Hartwell would be a great one to cover! Also the Mad Trapper of Rat River is sort of a survival story, but could also work for your reg series.

[@MyFriendlyPup]

1st. Jesus Saves. Love Scary Interesting stories. Keep em coming brother.

[@araceliiniguez6716]

Agree 💯

[@FoolishMark90]

​@jasonwarner4778 careful people we have a badass here

[@araceliiniguez6716]

I agree keep them coming and.... great narrative voice 😁 Also @MyFriendlyPup... God bless 🙏 you

[@araceliiniguez6716]

@@FoolishMark90 🤣🤣 right

[@TransKidRevolution]

Buddha saves more through enlightenment

[@yesdudemynameisjesus]

First?

[@ImmortalTreknique]

Yep 😊👍👊🍻🎉

[@argleblargle8083]

Your videos have such an amazing ambiance due to your story telling style and your voice. Love your videos!

[@lukemiller8404]

damn I’m early

[@5541james]

I can always count on a new Why Files every Thursday evening and my other Favorite channel Scary Interesting on Saturday or Sunday. Thanks for the hard work and consistent videos! It’s really appreciated.

[@rruth82]

So interesting! Loved hearing these. How strong a human can be when truly tested! A series would be amazing on these kinda stories, if u are able to. Thanks

[@jeanniemarkech351]

Excellent. I hope you make it a permanent addition to the line-up. Survival stories are amazing.