What Was That Like - True Stories. Real People.

208: Carly saved her neighbor's life

Mar 7, 2025
Dive into unbelievable true stories of life-altering moments from everyday people. Carly shares her gripping experience of a neighbor in urgent need of help, showcasing the importance of CPR. The podcast also features heart-pounding tales of survival, including a traumatic bombing and a terrifying encounter with a grizzly bear. Listen as they reflect on how crisis shapes community bonds and personal transformations. Each story underscores the unpredictability of life and the human spirit's resilience.
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ANECDOTE

Carly's Life-Saving Intervention

  • Carly, a dental hygienist, noticed a man appearing frazzled on the sidewalk while driving around looking at Christmas lights with her family.
  • She stopped to check on him and found a woman lying unconscious, prompting her to perform CPR until paramedics arrived.
ADVICE

Finding CPR Training

  • Find CPR training near you through the American Heart Association's website, atlas.heart.org, by entering your zip code.
  • You can also contact your local fire department or do a Google search for "CPR training in my area."
ANECDOTE

Near-Drowning Experiences and Rescues

  • A listener recounts two near-drowning experiences, one in Bali and another in Hawaii.
  • In both instances, young surfers noticed their struggles and helped them to safety, highlighting acts of kindness and vigilance.
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