Last Podcast On The Left Episode 558: Survival in the Andes Part II - Buried Alive
Dec 22, 2023
The podcast discusses the survival strategies and delusions of the Andes plane crash survivors, including their resort to cannibalism. It also explores the heroic efforts of rescue expeditions and the challenges faced by the survivors, such as limited space and the debate of going East or West. The deep friendship between two survivors and the replacement of a member are highlighted. The crucial decision to venture out for help and the dilemma of eating an infected body are also discussed.
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Justification for Cannibalism
- Survivors initially justified cannibalism by comparing it to communion.
- The smell of cooking flesh ultimately made the act bearable for those hesitant.
Avalanche and Death Mask
- On October 29th, an avalanche buried the survivors; Roy Harley's jump saved him and possibly others.
- The snow's weight trapped victims, while melted snow formed a death mask around their heads.
Arbitrary Survival
- Survival depended on arbitrary digging spots; Nando Parado was saved, but those beside him perished.
- Enrique Platero, who survived a severe stomach wound, died in the avalanche.