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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.
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Send us a text Ever wondered if you could match the agility and bravery of your favorite zombie apocalypse survivors? Join us for a lively debate as Erik, Alex, and TJ humorously dissect the unique characteristics of the undead from "All of Us Are Dead." Get ready for a laugh as we challenge each other's physical prowess, questioning if we could pull off the daring feats seen on screen. Have you ever considered how high school social dynamics would hold up during a zombie outbreak? Shifting ...
Send us a text What happens when you mix the chaos of "Geopardy!" (aka jeopardy but better) with the unpredictable world of survival trivia? Join us for a hilariously intense clash of wits as TJ, Eric, and Alex kick off an episode that's anything but ordinary. this episode of "Will You Survive?" keeps you on the edge of your seat. Eric and Alex dive into quirky categories and the questions will have you laughing out loud Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat...
Send us a text Get ready for a spirited discussion as we rank 13 zombie films from S to F on our carefully curated tier list. We introduce new categories like "Iconic" and "Dog Water," and fiercely debate where movies like "Warm Bodies," "Day Zero," "I Am Legend," and "Hush" should land. Our tier list not only ranks these films but also dives deep into their unique elements, their impact, and what truly makes a zombie movie unforgettable. As we wrap up Season 3, we reflect on our horror movi...
Send us a text Ever been caught between a chuckle and a shiver while sipping vodka and contemplating a zombie apocalypse? That's where we find ourselves this episode, blending humor with a dash of horror as we debate the virtues and vices of the 2015 film "Resort." Alongside our new co-host, we crack open the ethical can of worms that zombie narratives often present, weighing the impact of survival violence on the human psyche while considering the questionable allure of zombie-themed souveni...
Send us a text To kick off season 3, Alex and Erik bring on their first guest! With a new theme song, a new voice, and even more chaos, the boys are ready to bring you all the tips you need to survive! And our shenanigans, of course
Send us a text As we examine "Dawn of the Dead" (2004) and apply survival techniques we determine if we would survive in the world of the undead. You must make contingency plans for emergency situations, so when the zombie apocalypse begins Will You Survive? Follow us on Instagram and Tik Tok: willyousurvivethepodcast Follow us on X (formerly twitter): @AlexandErikWYS
Send us a text Battle Royale burst onto the global cinema scene in 2000, introducing the world to a disturbing vision of dystopian Japan where high school students are forced to fight to the death on a remote island. Two decades later, this cult classic continues to shock, disturb, and fascinate audiences worldwide. Joined by our special guest and self-proclaimed "#1 Fan" Josh, we navigate the bloody corridors of this influential film that many argue laid the groundwork for everything from T...
Send us a text What happens when survival experts face off in a high-stakes trivia battle? Pure chaos and surprising revelations about what they do—and don't—know about survival. In this special game show episode, hosts Erik, TJ, and Alex compete in "Geopardy," a survival-themed trivia challenge spanning six categories: self-defense, camping, survival, first aid, navigation, and trivia about their own podcast. The competitive tension builds as they buzz in to tackle questions ranging from ba...
Send us a text Game shows and survival might seem like an unlikely pairing, but in this special birthday episode for Erik, we combine competitive trivia with life-saving knowledge in our revival of "Geopardy" (with a G, not a J—we're very particular about that). Armed with buzzers and quick reflexes, TJ and Erik face off across six challenging categories: Will You Survive the Podcast, Zombie Knowledge, Urban Survival, The Conjuring, Bushcraft Hacks, and Gear You Forgot. The competition quick...
Send us a text The curtain falls on Season 5 with a high-stakes showdown as TJ and Eric find themselves deadlocked with 10 season points each. To break this unprecedented tie, host Alex devises a brilliant challenge: correctly guess how he would rank all seventeen survival movies they've covered this season. What unfolds is a masterclass in friendship dynamics as the co-hosts attempt to channel Alex's perspective on films ranging from zombie apocalypses to alien invasions. The ranking system...
Send us a text What happens when a society normalizes violence as a political tool? In our analysis of The Purge: Election Year, we explore how this third installment in the franchise transforms from simple horror premise into pointed political commentary. Senator Charlie Roan's presidential campaign promises to end the annual Purge, making her the perfect target when government officials suddenly lose their immunity just weeks before election day. Frank Grillo returns as Leo Barnes, now ser...
Send us a text When a couple's car mysteriously breaks down hours before the annual Purge begins, they find themselves stranded in downtown Los Angeles as chaos descends. Rescued by a heavily armed stranger with his own agenda for the night, they join other civilians caught outside during the 12-hour period where all crime is legal. The Purge: Anarchy takes us beyond the home invasion scenario of the first film and onto the streets, revealing the true horror of this dystopian America. What m...
Send us a text A seemingly impenetrable fortress, a wealthy family, and the annual night when all crime becomes legal—what could possibly go wrong? The answer: everything, when your teenagers decide to sabotage your carefully constructed safety plan. The 2013 film "The Purge" introduced audiences to a disturbing vision of America where one night each year, citizens can commit any crime without consequences. For security system salesman James Sandin, this yearly event has been a lucrative opp...
Send us a text The world freezes over in a matter of days. Could you survive? We tackle "The Day After Tomorrow," the 2004 disaster film where climate change triggers a catastrophic deep freeze across the Northern Hemisphere. What makes this apocalyptic scenario fascinating isn't just the spectacle of tornadoes ripping through Los Angeles or a massive tsunami crashing into New York City—it's the survival challenges faced by characters trapped in a rapidly freezing world. Jake Gyllenhaal's ch...
Send us a text Ever wondered what survival gear you'd choose if your life depended on it? In this uniquely structured episode, Alex and TJ face an auction house scenario where their survival coins must be spent strategically on unexpected items – from anxiety-ridden tracking dogs to family-sized Hot Cheetos. The premise quickly unfolds into absurdist comedy as our contestants build their survival loadouts through competitive bidding wars. "I can't believe I just paid 12 survival dollars for ...
Send us a text Barefoot, freshly self-operated on, and trapped in a hospital from hell. Our harrowing journey continues as we navigate through blood-stained hallways and encounter horrors that defy explanation. The waiting room holds our first clue - a dead security guard with valuable equipment. We quickly discover that proper navigation requires more than just courage as we arm ourselves with a baton, handcuffs, and keys. Desperation forces us to don the guard's bloodied clothes simply to ...
Send us a text You blink awake on a cold operating table, surgical clamps still attached to your open appendix wound. The operating room is eerily dark except for a sliver of red emergency lighting from a slightly ajar door. Something is terribly wrong. This special episode of Will You Survive takes a different approach as hosts TJ, Eric, and Alex navigate a medical nightmare scenario where survival depends on quick thinking and stomach-churning decisions. When our protagonists discover the ...
Send us a text Dive into the minds of our survival podcast hosts as they abandon their usual movie reviews for a hilarious word association challenge that reveals just how differently we all think about survival concepts. The premise seems simple enough: one host thinks of a survival-related word while the others try to guess it, receiving numerical ratings for each guess. But what unfolds is a fascinating exploration of how our brains make connections—sometimes logical, sometimes bewilderin...
Send us a text 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 volleyball for company? Our hosts immediately tackle the film's most controversial moment - Chuck's reluctance to open the washed-up packages. "There's no laws here," Alex declares, explaining why he'd rip them open immediately rather tha...
Send us a text 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 stars Elijah Wood, Rainn Wilson, and Alison Pill as teachers trapped in a school with infected children • The virus only fully "zombifies" pre-pubescent children while adults only get flu-like symptoms • Transmission occurs through bites and scra...
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