I SURVIVED: I Didn't Know Which Way Was Up
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The podcast delves into three distinct narratives of violence and survival. The first story, "A Deadly Visit in Texas," follows Angel and Jessica as they visit Jessica's sister after her ex-boyfriend, Jermaine, gets her fired. The situation quickly escalates when Jermaine attacks Jessica, shooting her multiple times. Angel, despite being shot herself, manages to survive the ordeal. The second story, "A Deadly Avalanche," recounts the experience of Elise, an experienced skier who gets caught in a massive avalanche while skiing with friends in Stevens Pass, Washington. Elise, equipped with an avalanche airbag backpack, survives the ordeal but tragically loses three of her friends. The final story, "A Client's Revenge," centers around Richard, a stockbroker, who is attacked by a former client, Robert, seeking revenge for his financial losses. Robert shoots Richard and his son, Chris, before taking his own life. Both Richard and Chris survive the attack, but Chris is left fighting for his life.
Outlines
Deadly Encounters
This chapter explores two separate incidents of violence. In Texas, Angel and Jessica are caught in a deadly shooting when Jessica's ex-boyfriend, Jermaine, attacks them. In Washington, Elise, an experienced skier, survives a massive avalanche that tragically claims the lives of three of her friends.
A Client's Revenge
This chapter focuses on the story of Richard, a stockbroker, who is attacked by a former client, Robert, seeking revenge for his financial losses. Robert shoots Richard and his son, Chris, before taking his own life. Both Richard and Chris survive the attack, but Chris is left fighting for his life.
Keywords
Avalanche Airbag Backpack
A safety backpack designed for backcountry skiers and snowboarders. When activated, it inflates airbags to keep the wearer close to the surface of an avalanche, increasing their chances of survival.
Avalanche Danger
The risk of an avalanche occurring, based on factors such as snowpack stability, weather conditions, and terrain. It is measured on a scale, with "considerable" being a moderate level of risk.
Point-Blank Range
A very close distance, typically within a few feet, where a firearm is fired. At this range, the impact of a bullet is maximized, resulting in severe injuries or death.
Revenge
The act of inflicting punishment or harm on someone for a wrong they have committed.
Survival
The state or fact of continuing to live or exist, typically in spite of an accident, ordeal, or difficult circumstances.
Q&A
What happened to Jessica and Angel?
Jessica was shot and killed by Jermaine, her sister's ex-boyfriend. Angel was also shot multiple times but survived.
What caused the avalanche in the Stevens Pass story?
The avalanche was triggered by a combination of factors, including fresh snowfall, unstable snowpack, and the skiers' presence on the slope.
What was Robert's motive for shooting Richard and Chris?
Robert blamed Richard for his financial losses and felt he had been wronged. He wanted revenge and decided to take his own life after shooting Richard and Chris.
Show Notes
Angel and her friend Jessica are attacked and shot after going to confront the ex boyfriend of Jessica’s younger sister. Elyse is a professional skier looking to make fresh tracks on back country powder with a group of friends when they are buried in an avalanche. Richard works as a stockbroker along with his son. The two are attacked by a former client who walks into their office with a gun.
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