"Make It Out Alive" (M.O.A.)

Broadcasting from 4,200 feet in the Oregon high desert, Sam Wilson — the voice of Chytown and the reddest beard in the hills — returns after a short break with a jam-packed episode of the Make It Out Alive broadcast.This week, Sam dives into:The end of an era as The Late Show with Stephen Colbert announces its final season, and why Sam thinks late-night TV lost its way.A gripping NYC subway slashing story where the victim fought back — with deadly results.A shocking Illinois crime: an illegal immigrant accused of a gruesome decapitation, released under the controversial Safety Act, only to be re-arrested by ICE.Chaos near L.A.’s Crypto.com Arena with a machete-wielding man and a police shooting.And the viral story that exploded online: the CEO caught on a stadium kiss cam in an affair-level moment that cost him his job — a real-time lesson on the power (and peril) of today’s internet.Sam also shares updates on his new post-apocalyptic novella Kombat Kat: Rise of the Felix Unit (Combat with a K, Cat with a K), now available on Amazon, and offers real-world survival insights, from urban dangers to why gear testing matters. Plus, a nostalgic spotlight on the gritty 1975 Charles Bronson classic Hard Times, celebrating old-school toughness and minimalism.Get ready for raw takes, real stories, survival wisdom, and some classic movie love — only on the MOA Broadcast. Will you make it out alive?Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

21 Jul 1h 1min

Broadcasting from 4,200 feet up in the Oregon high desert, Sam Wilson brings you another gripping installment of the Make It Out Alive (MOA) Broadcast. This episode dives deep into both global and local chaos—with a breakdown of the U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear sites (dubbed "Operation Midnight Hammer") and a raw look at escalating violence across American cities, including disturbing attacks on public transit and law enforcement.Sam also covers vital outdoor survival tactics, including knife use and backcountry navigation, as well as a tragic hiking incident on Maine’s Mount Katahdin. Plus, a classic film spotlight: 1973’s Scorpio, featuring Burt Lancaster in peak form.As always, it's a mix of news, survival, and no-holds-barred commentary—focused on staying situationally aware, prepared, and making it out alive.Topics in this episode include:U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities and their geopolitical falloutKnife and map use in the wilderness: essential tools for outdoor survivalTrue crime updates: A naked assault in California, a bus stabbing in NYC, and a wrench attack in BrooklynThe tragedy of a father-daughter hiking trip gone wrongReview: Scorpio (1973) and why old-school thrillers still resonateListener feedback, free survival kit giveaways, and moreSend your thoughts to info@gearconvoy.com for a chance to be featured and win a mini survival kit.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

25 Jun 57min

Broadcasting from 4,200 feet in the Oregon high desert, Sam Wilson—“the voice of Chytown” and host of the MOA (Make It Out Alive) broadcast—delivers another wild ride through the week’s most unbelievable stories and practical survival tips.In this episode, Sam dives into the latest mayhem: a tourist in the Philippines mauled by a crocodile after mistaking it for a statue, machete attacks, and a lunchtime road rage showdown in Pittsburgh that escalates into a SWAT standoff. He also covers a tragic fast food shooting in Florida, sparked by a dispute over mayonnaise.But it’s not all chaos—Sam returns to one of his favorite outdoor topics: dead reckoning navigation. Learn how to use this low-tech yet powerful method to get back to where you started, whether you’re deep in the backcountry or lost in a city grid.Plus, hear his unapologetically hilarious take on the show Yellowstone, the absurdity of synthetic salmon, and why situational awareness—on the trail or at the taco stand—just might save your life.📢 Support the show and access exclusive content: [Patreon - Gear Convoy / Sam Wilson] 🎧 Listen for free on GearConvoy.com, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Apple Podcasts.#Survival #FireStarting #MOABroadcast #Preparedness #WildernessSkillsTune in, stay sharp, and remember: If you don’t make it out alive, you won’t make it at all.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

16 Jun 1h

Broadcasting from 4,200 feet in the Oregon high desert, Sam Wilson returns to the Make It Out Alive broadcast with a scorching episode of chaos, crime, and catastrophe. This week, Sam unpacks three explosive headlines tearing through America:First, a chef’s nightmare—an Albuquerque native becomes the second victim in a brutal machete rampage in downtown Los Angeles. Sam details the random attack that left one man dead, another maimed, and an entire city on edge.Next, corruption in the Sunshine State: a Florida sheriff is arrested and charged in a sprawling $21 million illegal gambling ring. What was supposed to be law enforcement turned into law evasion at the highest levels—Sam walks you through the dirty money trail.Finally, Los Angeles erupts—again. Protests over ICE raids devolve into rioting, looting, and literal flames across the city. With rumors of the National Guard and even the Marines stepping in, Sam separates fact from hysteria and calls it like it is.Also on the docket: reckless hikers in Washington may soon pay the price for putting rescuers at risk, and a spirited discussion on First Amendment auditors—citizen activists with cameras and the Constitution in their back pockets.From machete wounds to federal raids, this episode is raw, unfiltered, and exactly what you've come to expect from Make It Out Alive. Buckle up.📢 Support the show and access exclusive content: [Patreon - Gear Convoy / Sam Wilson] 🎧 Listen for free on GearConvoy.com, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Apple Podcasts.#Survival #FireStarting #MOABroadcast #Preparedness #WildernessSkillsTune in, stay sharp, and remember: If you don’t make it out alive, you won’t make it at all.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

8 Jun 58min

Coming at you from 4,200 feet up in the Oregon hills, Sam Wilson brings another intense, no-holds-barred edition of the Make It Out Alive (MOA) broadcast. This week’s episode delivers a whirlwind of bizarre and brutal headlines, gripping stories, and raw commentary.First, Sam breaks down a shocking cannibal-style assault in Queens where a man on parole for attempted murder attacks a 9-year-old girl and bites off a cop's finger. Then, he dives into the savage beating of an off-duty rookie NYPD officer in the Bronx—and the tragic fallout when fear of media backlash kept him from drawing his gun.From there, Sam explores the heartbreaking suicide of a young Pennsylvania police officer after a LASIK procedure went horribly wrong, shedding light on the little-known risks behind the common surgery. Next up, a harrowing rescue mission at Virginia’s Crabtree Falls ends in both heroism and tragedy after two hikers ignore a guardrail for the sake of a selfie.The episode wraps with a powerful reality check on emergency preparedness. Sam critiques a recent FEMA survey that suggests Americans feel “ready” for disasters—and explains why mindset and hands-on experience matter more than just buying gear online.Plus, you’ll hear Sam’s take on why serrated knives may be a survivalist’s secret weapon, and a surprising intermission featuring two street-smart porch cats: Dark Knight and Mr. Floofers.It's a packed show—equal parts chaos, crime, caution, and common sense. As always, Sam asks the real question: Will you make it out alive?📢 Support the show and access exclusive content: [Patreon - Gear Convoy / Sam Wilson] 🎧 Listen for free on GearConvoy.com, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Apple Podcasts.#Survival #FireStarting #MOABroadcast #Preparedness #WildernessSkillsTune in, stay sharp, and remember: If you don’t make it out alive, you won’t make it at all.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

1 Jun 59min

Episode Description:Broadcasting from the high desert hills of Oregon, Sam Wilson returns with a chilling new chapter of the MOA True Crime series. In this gripping episode, Sam shifts focus from the Italian mafia to one of the most feared factions in New York’s criminal underworld — the Irish mob. Specifically, the spotlight falls on Jimmy Coonan, the cold-blooded leader of the Westies, whose reign over Hell’s Kitchen in the 1970s left a trail of terror, blood, and broken alliances.Listeners are taken deep into the gritty streets of Manhattan’s West Side, exploring Coonan’s violent rise from a troubled youth to a ruthless mob boss hellbent on revenge against Mickey Spillane. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Sam paints a vivid portrait of a man whose thirst for power led to a brutal gang war and an uneasy alliance with the Italian mafia.Blending historical insight, true crime analysis, and unflinching detail, this episode examines not only the life of Jimmy Coonan, but the brutal legacy of the Westies and the dark heart of organized crime in America.Tune in, and prepare to walk the blood-stained streets of Hell’s Kitchen.

23 Mai 27min

Broadcasting from 4,200 feet up in the Oregon hills, Sam Wilson returns with another packed episode of The Make It Out Alive Broadcast. This week, Sam dives into the shocking case of a Wisconsin judge indicted for allegedly helping an undocumented immigrant escape ICE custody—an incident that sparked national headlines and polarized debate. From there, we travel to Whittier, California, where a random midday attack highlights the rising tension around homelessness and public safety.Then it's off to South Carolina, where a bizarre and tragic kangaroo attack raises questions about human-wildlife interaction—and common sense. Sam also explores a controversial new law out of Montana banning lab-grown meat, and what it means for food safety and traditional agriculture.As tornadoes rip through the Midwest leaving death and destruction in their wake, Sam delivers a powerful segment on real-world disaster preparedness. From shelf-stable food and water storage tips to lighting solutions and sanitation, this is a must-listen for anyone wanting to be ready when the lights go out.Whether it’s kangaroo combat or courtroom drama, Sam brings his signature grit, humor, and no-nonsense survival know-how to every topic. Buckle up—this episode is a wild ride.📢 Support the show and access exclusive content: [Patreon - Gear Convoy / Sam Wilson] 🎧 Listen for free on GearConvoy.com, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Apple Podcasts.#Survival #FireStarting #MOABroadcast #Preparedness #WildernessSkillsTune in, stay sharp, and remember: If you don’t make it out alive, you won’t make it at all.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

18 Mai 59min

In this episode of the MOA Broadcast, host Sam Wilson dives deep into the chilling true crime story of Anthony "Gaspipe" Casso, the ruthless underboss of the Lucchese crime family. From his violent rise through New York's mafia underworld to his shocking alliance with corrupt NYPD detectives known as the "Mafia Cops," this episode unpacks Casso’s legacy of murder, paranoia, and power.📢 Support the show and access exclusive content: [Patreon - Gear Convoy / Sam Wilson] 🎧 Listen for free on GearConvoy.com, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Apple Podcasts.#Survival #FireStarting #MOABroadcast #Preparedness #WildernessSkillsTune in, stay sharp, and remember: If you don’t make it out alive, you won’t make it at all.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

15 Mai 40min