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Dive into the unexpected with "Ya Never Know," the podcast where unbelievable true stories come to life. Join host Jake Haendel as he shares his own incredible journey and unearths other wild, surprising, and sometimes unbelievable narratives that prove you truly never know what's around the corner. If you love gripping personal accounts and tales that defy expectation, this is your next listen.
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Caitlyn (@caitlyn.cohen) is a model, TikTok star, and passionate advocate who’s opening up about life with a stutter. In this episode she shares what it’s really like, how she found the courage to speak out, and why using her platform matters so much.
Keep up with Caitlyn’s journey here: linktr.ee/caitlyn.cohen
A vacation ferry ride turned into the Greek Tragedy of the Century when the ship began sinking like the Titanic. Joanne shares what it felt like to be trapped on a foreign vessel as the captain and crew abandoned ship and left everyone to die. Against all odds she survived—and even risked her life going back inside to grab her brand-new $40 Skechers. From chaos on the water to the shocking aftermath that put the captain behind bars, this is one story you won’t forget.
1Ashley tells us about her high school sweetheart, Travis, whose life was turned upside down when he became locked in. He is still currently fighting to survive, fluctuating through different states of consciousness while facing the medical complexity of locked-in syndrome. Ashley opens up about the challenges of navigating hospital care, the emotional weight of raising their young daughter during this fight, and the heartbreak of watching her first love endure such a rare condition.
This episode is raw, emotional, and deeply human—a story of love, resilience, and advocacy!
You can support Ashley and her family during this difficult time here:
Follow Ashley on Instagram: @ashburydaniels
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Content Warning: This episode discusses sexual assault.
Hannah opens up about how her entire high school career was shaped by years of sexual assault from a teacher — which later turned into a full-blown inappropriate relationship. She shares how she survived, found justice, and now maintains a powerful outlook on life. Hannah also offers advice for anyone currently going through something similar, and explains why she’s breaking her silence and sharing her story today.
Emily joins us with a story that starts with something unexpected: strange nipple changes that turned out to be cancer. She opens up about the fear, the fight, and the strength it took to survive — and why paying attention to your body could save your life.
We also talk about what it means to live after cancer, how to stay empowered through the hardest battles, and what to say to your kids when you’re facing the unthinkable. I open up about my own experience with almost dying, and the years I spent living with a terminally ill mother battling cancer — and how it left a mark that still shapes me today.
This conversation is raw, powerful, and filled with takeaways for anyone navigating illness — or supporting someone who is.
Lindsey tells us about building her startup T & A Art @titsandartwork, what it’s really like living out in Terlingua, Texas, and the wild story of picking up cartel guns. From shady run-ins to desert survival, this episode has it all—art, chaos, and grit.
Follow Lindsey on Instagram: @lindseyroseweiss
In this episode, we sit down with Sam Ramsdell — the Guinness World Record holder for the biggest gape in the world. We talk about what it’s like stepping on stage for America’s Got Talent, building a massive following, and why Sam’s hysterical, open-book personality is exactly how we should all be.
From hilarious stories to freaking out on way too many mushrooms in Italy and calling the cops on herself, Sam brings nonstop laughs and authenticity.
Follow Sam on Instagram: @samramsdell5
In this episode, Jake Haendel and Adrienne sit down with Alexandra Cain to hear her wild story of almost being abducted as a teenager while traveling with friends in Fiji. But that’s just the beginning — Alex talks with us about living with chronic illness, navigating life’s curveballs, and how she manages it all.
In this episode Jake goes deep with his ex girlfriend Adrienne into his relationship with Elle. What did she think of her when she first met her? What was their relationship like? Were there any red flags? Then Adrienne talks about where she is now, which concludes with a partnership with Jake?!
In this episode, Adrienne talks about her arrest, her crazy bail, and how it all helped her get clean. Jake and Adrienne talk about life after addiction, and give some words of advice to others who might be struggling. Oh, and some old photos of Jake and Adrienne are quite something.
In this episode, Jake and Adrienne discuss why she left him, what she was in search of, some of her story that includes arrests, getting clean, and a glimpse into life after.
In Episode 5 we bring in Jake's ex-girlfriend, Adrienne, to talk about his life before illness. Crazy stories include being young and dumb, love, arrests, and so much more.
In this episode Jake tells his side of the story. Given everything that's happened in his life the last 7 years, the hospitalization, locked in, hospice stay, slow but steady recover, what is his theory as to what actually happened?
In this episode, Chelsea returns with stories that include changed locks, a knife, a gun, a frilly apron, and so much more.
We meet one of Jake's ex-wife's roommates, Chelsea - the stories are unhinged. The involve first falling in love, then 100s of bottles of lube and a kiddie pool. Buckle up — this one’s as messy as it sounds. There's so much here that our interview with Chelsea will be split into 3 parts. Strap in!
In episode 1, Jake reflects on the last 3 months of Blink, what it's been like, who's reached out, and more. We also dive into some of legal matters that surrounded the podcast, and pull up a medical record related to his sperm. Juicy first episode, lock in!
Ya Never Know w/ Jake Haendel launches June 9th!
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I'm so glad you have decided to continue sharing your stories. You 2 are so fuckin funny. keep going!!!