I Survived

I SURVIVED A SERIAL KILLER: The House of Horrors 01.06.2026 22min

In November of 1986, 25-year-old Josephina Rivera's life comes to a devastating halt when she's kidnapped by 43-year-old Gary Heidnik. Over the next four months, Josephina lives shackled in a basement while her captor abducts four more women to hold hostage in his "house of horrors." Josephina recounts a gripping tale of endurance and the shrewd calculations that helped her devise a plan of escape. This Episode is sponsored by BetterHelp Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more visit apartments.com the place to find a place. BetterHelp - Visit BetterHelp.com/SURVIVED to get 10% off your first month! Progressive - Multitask right now. Quote your car insurance at Progressive.com to join the over 28 million drivers who trust Progressive. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I SURVIVED A SERIAL KILLER: The Dating Game Killer 25.05.2026 22min

Survivor Morgan Rowan describes for the first time on television how she was brutally attacked in 1968 by social gadfly Rodney Alcala, during a party at his Hollywood home. Just three weeks later, Alcala would abduct and attack 8-year-old Tali Shapiro, who describes her chilling assault in her own words. Morgan and Tali were the only survivors of soon to be serial killer Rodney Alcala, who was convicted of five Southern California murders in the 1970's. Alcala was so wickedly brazen that he actually appeared on an episode of "The Dating Game" during his murderous reign of terror. Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more visit apartments.com the place to find a place. Progressive - Multitask right now. Quote your car insurance at Progressive.com to join the over 28 million drivers who trust Progressive. Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/survived and take your retail business to the next level today! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I SURVIVED A SERIAL KILLER: The Catfishing Killer 18.05.2026 23min

In November of 2016, Tiffany Taylor is held captive and brutally assaulted in Essex County, New Jersey after agreeing to give a ride to a man in exchange for some much-needed cash. What she doesn’t realize however, is that her passenger is a serial killer - who’s killed twice before, and is out for blood. Tiffany recalls in her own words how she used her quick wit and drive to survive to manipulate her would-be killer into unwittingly granting her a chance to escape his deadly clutches. Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more visit apartments.com the place to find a place. Omaha Steaks: Go to OmahaSteaks.com and use promo code SURVIVED at checkout for $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. Progressive - Multitask right now. Quote your car insurance at Progressive.com to join the over 28 million drivers who trust Progressive. TesterUp: Download TesterUp for free now using our link https://bit.ly/411Wdaw See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I SURVIVED A SERIAL KILLER: The Freeway Killer 11.05.2026 19min

In September of 1975, 14-year-old David McVicker is abducted while hitchhiking home from a friend’s house in Garden Grove, CA. His assailant, William Bonin, has an appetite for assaulting young men and boys, and just four short years after attacking David, Bonin embarks on an all out killing spree. David recounts in his own words his persistence and unfailing bravery in the mission to lock up the Freeway Killer, one of the most notoriously vicious serial killers to ever terrorize Southern California. Progressive - Multitask right now. Quote your car insurance at Progressive.com to join the over 28 million drivers who trust Progressive. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I SURVIVED A SERIAL KILLER: The Fast Food Killer 04.05.2026 40min

On March 23, 1997, during just his third day of work at a local fast food restaurant, Jose Ramirez Gonzalez, along with three co-workers were attacked. Jose’s three colleagues were shot to death while Jose was stabbed and left for dead. Their attacker was 39-year-old Paul Dennis Reid Jr: a country-star wannabe who spent nights robbing fast food joints and killing innocent workers. Jose recounts the night he faced off with Paul Dennis Reid in a stock room and managed to survive. A second survivor, Mitch Roberts, who Paul Dennis Reid held at gunpoint in his own driveway, also shares his story. This Episode is sponsored by BetterHelp Angi - Download the free Angi too today or visit Angi.com Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more visit apartments.com the place to find a place. BetterHelp - Visit BetterHelp.com/SURVIVED to get 10% off your first month! First Leaf - Head to TryFirstLeaf.com/survived for 50% off your first box PLUS free shipping for an entire year! Mint - To get the new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to Mintmobile.com/survived Progressive - Multitask right now. Quote your car insurance at Progressive.com to join the over 28 million drivers who trust Progressive. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I SURVIVED A SERIAL KILLER: The Grim Sleeper 27.04.2026 19min

In November of 1988, 27-year-old Enietra Margette is walking to a party in South Los Angeles, when a neatly dressed man in a souped-up orange pinto offers her a ride. Soon after getting into the car, the driver, Lonnie Franklin, shoots the young passenger point blank in the chest. By this time, he had already committed a string of grisly murders in the city. Enietra recounts in her own words her resilience and keen insights that helped her outwit the would-be murderer. Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more visit apartments.com the place to find a place. Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/survived and take your retail business to the next level today! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I SURVIVED A SERIAL KILLER: The Mid-Michigan Killer 20.04.2026 19min

In August of 1978, 14-year-old Lisa Gilbert and her 13-year-old brother, Randy, were attacked by a stranger in their newly built home in Lansing, Michigan. Their attacker was 23-year-old Don Miller. Miller was also a suspect in multiple local disappearance cases spanning the Lansing/East Lansing area. Lisa and Randy each recount Don Miller’s attacks on them; East Lansing Detective, Rick Westgate offers insight into the investigation; and author, Rod Sadler provides additional commentary. Omaha Steaks: Go to OmahaSteaks.com and use promo code SURVIVED at checkout for $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I SURVIVED A SERIAL KILLER: The Toybox Killer 13.04.2026 22min

In 1999, Cynthia Vigil was abducted and held captive for 3 horrific days in Truth or Consequences, NM. Cynthia managed to escape and report her experience to the police. Once her kidnapper, David Parker Ray, is taken to jail, an intense FBI investigation revealed that he has an entire torture chamber unlike anything investigators have ever seen called The Toy Box. Cynthia's heroic escape opens up a Pandora's box of kidnappings, torture and murder. In this episode, Cynthia recounts her incredible act of survival and strength and describes how she put an end to the horror brought on by The Toy Box Killer. 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.

I SURVIVED A SERIAL KILLER: The Cleveland Strangler 06.04.2026 24min

In September of 2008, Vanessa Gay met Anthony Sowell on a sidewalk in Cleveland Ohio. He invited her to share drinks and drugs at his home. She was unaware that she was walking into a house where 11 of his victims had been hidden and buried. Vanessa recounts her escape from death, as Detective Lemmy Griffin and Prosecutor Rick Bombik walk us through this murderer's capture and sentencing. This Episode is sponsored by BetterHelp Angi - Download the free Angi too today or visit Angi.com Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more visit apartments.com the place to find a place. BetterHelp - Visit BetterHelp.com/SURVIVED to get 10% off your first month! Mint - To get the new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to Mintmobile.com/survived TesterUp: Download TesterUp for free now using our link https://bit.ly/411Wdaw See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I Knew He Had Nothing To Lose So I Began Fighting Him 30.03.2026 37min

Terri and one of her daughters are taken hostage by Terri’s ex-husband who was a law enforcement officer. James’ home is invaded by two masked men who bind he and his wife before they threaten to blind him. Walter has survived a small plane crash only to find himself covered in aviation fuel. 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.

I Survived A Serial Killer: The Coast to Coast Killer 23.03.2026 21min

In 1992, 19-year-old Fabienne Witherspoon was trying to help a man down on his luck when he attacked her in her own home. In this episode, Fabienne describes how she bravely waged a physical and psychological war against the man who tried to kill her and helped police apprehend Tommy Lynn Sells. However, the vagrant murderer was not easily stopped. The Coast to Coast Killer was responsible for dozens of brutal deaths across the country before his killing spree was finally brought to an end. Mint - To get the new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to Mintmobile.com/survived Progressive - Multitask right now. Quote your car insurance at Progressive.com to join the over 28 million drivers who trust Progressive. TesterUp: Download TesterUp for free now using our link www.testerup.com/ISurvived See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I SURVIVED A SERIAL KILLER: Craigslist Killer 16.03.2026 23min

In November 2011, 48-year-old Scott Davis sat in the backseat of a musty Buick–traveling on a rural highway in the Ohio Appalachia. He thought he was on his way to a gig as a farm caretaker, a job he secured on Craigslist. But it was a murderous trap, laid by a psychopathic serial killer named Richard Beasley. Beasley had already murdered three men during a four-month stretch before he encountered Scott. After the shooting, Beasley remained armed, dangerous and on the lamb. Would police be able to find him before the death count mounts? Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more visit apartments.com the place to find a place. Progressive - Multitask right now. Quote your car insurance at Progressive.com to join the over 28 million drivers who trust Progressive. Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/survived and take your retail business to the next level today! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I Was Bleeding Like Water Running Out Of My Chest 09.03.2026 40min

Debbie is taken from her home and sexually assaulted by a man who tells her he and his friend will kill her entire family if she resists. Ray and his friend spend ten hours floating in the Pacific Ocean after engine failure causes their plane to crash on the way to Hawaii. Jasmine is shot six times by her ex who also shoots three of her friends. Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more visit apartments.com the place to find a place. Progressive - Multitask right now. Quote your car insurance at Progressive.com to join the over 28 million drivers who trust Progressive. Stamps - Go to Stamps.com and use code isurvived to get sixty days risk-free! 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.

I SURVIVED A SERIAL KILLER: Tampa Terror 02.03.2026 21min

In November of 1984, 17-year-old Lisa McVey Noland was biking home from her job working the night shift at a local Tampa donut shop when she was suddenly snatched off her bike and abducted. Her assailant, 31-year-old Bobby Joe Long, had already killed at least ten women before holding Lisa hostage in his apartment. Lisa recounts in her own words her resilience and the keen insights that helped her outwit her would-be murderer. This Episode is sponsored by BetterHelp Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more visit apartments.com the place to find a place. BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/SURVIVED to get 10% off your first month! Mint - To get the new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to Mintmobile.com/survived Progressive - Multitask right now. Quote your car insurance at Progressive.com to join the over 28 million drivers who trust Progressive. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I SURVIVED A SERIAL KILLER: The Cook Brothers 23.02.2026 17min

In January of 1981, 18-year-old Cheryl Bartlett Fann was walking home late at night with her fianc Bud, when they were suddenly abducted and taken to an abandoned garage. The assailants, Anthony and Nathaniel Cook had already kidnapped and killed at least two people in Toledo, Ohio. Cheryl recounts in her own words her resilience and the keen insights that helped her outwit the would-be murderers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I Tried To Yell But My Jaw Was Shattered 16.02.2026 36min

When a gunman opens fire in a crowded cafeteria Suzanna sees her father shot dead right in front of her. Kirby, a pastor also caught in the gunfire, sees seven of his friends slaughtered. Raegan’s ex-boyfriend viciously attacks her and her new partner with a crowbar. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I Couldn't Breathe and I Remember Feeling Like I Was Falling Asleep 09.02.2026 38min

Anita is abducted and put through a horrifying eight day ordeal by a man who forces her to live inside a metal box. Brothers Jim and Glen are struck by lightning on top of the highest mountain in the continental United States. Sabret is working as a propane truck driver when she is attacked during a delivery and decides to fight back. This Episode is sponsored by BetterHelp Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more visit apartments.com the place to find a place. BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/SURVIVED to get 10% off your first month! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If I Don't Pretend To Be Dead They're Really Going To Kill Me 02.02.2026 39min

After a train derails near their home, Wayne and Mary wake up to find the area surrounded by a cloud of chlorine gas. Linda is run off the road, attacked and left for dead by a group high on meth. Holly and her boyfriend are beaten and tied up by a mugger who turns out to be a serial killer. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It Was My Own Husband That Was Doing The Worst Possible Thing To Me 26.01.2026 36min

Crystal is violently attacked and raped by her husband as his abuse continues to escalate over time. Johanna’s ex boyfriend sexually assaults her after they break up, but when she reports him he returns to her house with a shotgun. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I Have To Get Him Off Of Me 19.01.2026 39min

Jennifer fights back with incredible courage when an intruder breaks into her apartment and sexually assaults and stabs her. Sampson, a corn farmer in Kershaw County, was attempting to dislodge a corn cob stuck in his harvester when his hand is pulled into the machine. Norina is working as an elementary school principal when a man with a machete attacks her. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.