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
97 episodes
Will You Survive "Cast away": a man, a ball, and a deserted island
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 v...
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Will You Survive "Cooties": When Recess Becomes a Nightmare
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 st...
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Will you survive "War of the worlds": Tripods, Blood Spray, and Questionable Parenting
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 ...
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Will You Survive "Signs": Crop Circles, Water, and Family Fortitude
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 patt...
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Will You Survive "1408": Evil Rooms and Mental Resilience
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 th...
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Man vs. Beast: Could 100 Humans Defeat a Gorilla?
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 ...
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Will You Survive The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It: Exorcisms, The Occultist, and Demonic Defenses
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...
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Will You Survive "Life of pi": Tigers, Shipwrecks, and Acid Islands
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 stor...
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Survive or Die: Survival Improv Showdown
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 ...
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Will You Survive "Avatar": Exploring Connection, Nature, and Human Greed
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 high...
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Will You Survive "The Conjuring 2": Holy Water, Communion Crackers, and Other Questionable Ways to Fight Evil
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...
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Will You Survive "The Martian": Science, Ingenuity, and Space Piracy
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 c...
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Will You Survive "The Grey": Wolf Teeth, Shotgun Shells, and No Hope in Sight
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 territoria...
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Will you survive "the conjuring": Haunted Houses & Holy Water
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 ...
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W.Y.S Special News Broadcast: Dawn of the Dead (2004)
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 an...
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The Constitution of Will You Survive
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 c...
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Geopardy 3 : Who Will Survive?
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 ...
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Will You Survive Our Third Tier List
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,...
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Will You Survive "Frozen": Snowboard Missteps, Wolf Myths, and Ski Lift Shenanigans
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.
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Will You Survive "Buried": Claustrophobia, Coffins and Contractors
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 enga...
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Will You Survive "The Cured": Post-Apocalyptic Ethics and Unexpected Nightmares
The episode delves into 'The Cured,' a compelling film that examines moral and societal challenges faced by individuals reintegrating after a zombie infection. The hosts discuss character dynamics, government roles in the reintegration process,...
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Will You Survive "The Shallows": A Giant Shark and Steven Seagull
Our latest episode of "Will You Survive" features an electrifying face-off between Blake lively and a giant hungry shark. join us as we unravel her survival strategies and answer the question "Will You Survive" The Shallows?
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Will You Survive "The Blackening": Horror-Comedy, Racial Satire, and Inventive Legacies
This episode examines "The Blackening," a horror-comedy film that utilizes humor to explore cultural tropes and racial dynamics within the horror genre. Through lively discussions, we analyze the film’s characters, shared survival instincts, an...
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Will You Survive: Wrapped 2024
This podcast is a reflective wrap-up episode that explores the hosts' favorite and least favorite episodes from the past year, examining the blend of humor and learning inherent in each discussion. • Discussion of favorite and least fa...
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Will You Survive "Maggie": A Heartfelt Zombie Tale with Ethical Quandaries
Can a zombie apocalypse flick tug at your heartstrings? Join us, your hosts Alex, Eric, and TJ, as we explore "Maggie," a film starring Arnold Schwarzenegger that takes a unique slant on the genre. We kick off with a humorous critique of the mo...
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