About this episode
When a plane crashes in India, killing over 240 people and sparing just one, Michael Smerconish turns to survival expert and author Ben Sherwood. The former ABC News President, now Publisher/CEO of The Daily Beast is the bestselling author of "The Survivors Club: The Secrets and Science that Could Save Your Life." Together they explore the science, strategy, and even spirituality behind surviving catastrophe—from airplane disasters to life’s worst moments. This conversation reveals what truly separates those who live from those who don’t—and what you can do to prepare. Original air date 13 June 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.