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12 Hours Trapped In Quicksand
Tell Me What Happened
09/12/22 • 25 min
It wasn’t the first time that Ryan Osmun had been hiking in a National Park, nor was it the first time he had hiked in the winter. Ryan knew what equipment to take and packed accordingly. As a photographer he enjoys hiking trails when they’re less populated. But he never expected to find himself or his girlfriend stuck on the trail, literally. A desperate phone call for help brought lifesaving assistance.
We also speak to Faris ‘Faz’ Ali, Deputy Station Officer of Bay Search & Rescue about how to look for signs of quicksand and what to do if you find yourself sinking on a beach or riverbed. As well as what to do if you get your vehicle or ATV stuck.
For more on this episode, or to learn how to keep your outdoor adventures safe, click here.
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Introducing Season 4 of Tell Me What Happened
Tell Me What Happened
02/26/24 • 2 min
Tell Me What Happened — the award-winning podcast about people helping people — is returning this March!
We’re hard at work on Season 4 and have more incredible, heart-pounding stories to share with you about complete strangers stepping in to help someone in need. This series is produced by OnStar. They are committed to keeping you safe and so are we. Each episode features an expert with helpful tips for all sorts of situations. As always, every story has a happy ending and celebrates the power of a true human connection. Join us for this exciting and heartwarming journey.

Introducing, Tell Me What Happened
Tell Me What Happened
11/10/21 • 1 min
A new series by OnStar that will introduce you to regular people doing incredible things. These are the stories of human connections that change lives. From the banks of the Mississippi to a sandy beach on the Indian Ocean, we’ve found seven stories that celebrate the goodness that lives in all of us. Each story of a good Samaritan comes with expert advice about how you can get out there and explore your world, safely.
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Escaping the Hawaii Wildfires
Tell Me What Happened
04/22/24 • 26 min
Lani Williams and her mother, Sincerity, could smell smoke, but that wasn’t rare on Maui. Brush fires happen with some regularity. This fire, they quickly learned, was different.
Five hundred miles to the south, Hurricane Dora had kicked up unusually troublesome winds. In Lahaina, Hawaii, where Lani and Sincerity lived, those winds downed power lines and whipped sparks into a full-blown wildfire that was closing in on them. They tried to escape the blaze by car, but the main roads were either closed or blocked by a crush of panicked drivers trying to leave town. They were stuck between the fire on one side and the ocean on the other.
Benny Reinicke smelled smoke that morning too and found himself in the same logjam of frightened drivers desperately trying to flee Lahaina. Amidst smoke and flames and exploding cars, he spotted Lani struggling to help her mom climb the seawall and get to safety. He took it upon himself to make sure they made it.
We also speak with wildfire expert Michele Steinberg from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) about how you can identify hazards and strategies to help protect against wildfires.
If you’d like to help the residents of Lahaina and others impacted by natural disasters, you can donate to the American Red Cross at redcross.org/donate/cm/onstar-pub.html/
For more about the series, check out https://www.onstar.com/podcast.

Human Trafficking Survivor Gets New Life and Thrives
Tell Me What Happened
12/05/22 • 24 min
Suamhirs Piraino-Guzman was working at a job he loved, making enough money to provide for his family. At just 14, he was the father figure in his home in Honduras. One night after work he was abducted and smuggled into the United States. He was sold into sexual exploitation. For months he was tortured, beaten, drugged, starved and raped.
But he was rescued.
Sabrina Goosby took Suamhirs under her wing and taught him how to use his experiences to change the lives of others. As an adult, he has become an advocate for those suffering and was enlisted by former President Barack Obama to find real solutions.
We also speak to Dr. Minh Dang, executive director of Survivor Alliance, to hear about the types of human trafficking, how to respond to an industry that affects people worldwide, and what you should and shouldn’t do if you think someone may need help.
If you suspect someone is in a dangerous situation, call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1.888.373.7888 or visit the website. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is accessible by dialing 988. Trained professionals are available 24 hours a day.
For more information on this episode or to learn how you can use OnStar to help others in need, click here.
For more about the series, check out https://www.onstar.com/podcast.

Seven New Incredible Stories
Tell Me What Happened
05/15/23 • 2 min
Seven new, remarkable stories showcase how kind people can be, often putting themselves in danger to save someone they’ve never met.
Season 3 features a lost hiker rescued by a stranger sitting miles away, a trio of surfers who take on a great white shark, and a man who braves Hurricane Ian to help a relative and ends up saving 12 people and their pets.
As always, experts weigh in with practical tips to keep you and your loved ones safe.
Tell Me What Happened by OnStar returns May 22nd.
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Introducing Season 3 of Tell Me What Happened
Tell Me What Happened
04/03/23 • 1 min
Tell Me What Happened — the award-winning podcast about people helping people — is returning this May!
We’re hard at work on Season 3 and have more incredible, heart-pounding stories to share with you about complete strangers stepping in to help someone in need.
This series is produced by OnStar. They are committed to keeping you safe and so are we. Each episode features an expert with helpful tips for all sorts of situations.
As always, every story has a happy ending and celebrates the power of a true human connection. Join us for this exciting and heartwarming journey.

What's Next for Tell Me What Happened?
Tell Me What Happened
11/12/24 • 2 min
Season 5 will debut on Monday, January 27th.
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Frozen and Fading in the Buffalo Blizzard
Tell Me What Happened
07/17/23 • 23 min
On the morning of Christmas Eve 2022, Joe White set out on the long walk to his job in the North Park neighborhood of Buffalo, New York. Joe has autism and he didn’t realize he was walking into the deadliest winter storm to hit the region in a century. Severely frostbitten and disoriented, Joe stumbled into snowdrifts and called out for help. A stranger heard his plea.
Sha’Kyra Aughtry bundled Joe into her home. She was able to call Joe’s sister, Yvonne, who didn’t know he was out in the storm, and they quickly realized that he needed serious medical attention. But the storm had shut the city down, and emergency services couldn’t get out to anyone. After watching Joe deteriorate over 24 hours, Sha’Kyra turned to social media and put out a call for help to save Joe and get him to a hospital.
We also talk to winter survival expert Dr. Teimojin Tan for advice on how to stay warm during a storm.
For more about the series, check out https://www.onstar.com/podcast.

Pulled Free and Paid Forward
Tell Me What Happened
04/21/25 • 23 min
A simple drive home becomes a life-or-death struggle.
The weather wasn’t great, but Bryan Pederson was just a few blocks from home on a street he had driven a thousand times. Still, the wind was howling and rain was pouring down. Sitting at a traffic light, he heard a loud crack. Instantly, he was trapped in a car being crushed by a tree.
Ten cars drove past the scene, peering through the rain at the crumpled SUV and the tree blocking the road. Nine of them turned around and drove away. This is the story of the driver who didn’t: a single mom with three kids in the car. Later, Bryan would have an opportunity to thank her in an unexpected way.
Also, we talk with David Bennett, a driving safety expert who explains the importance of your tires when it comes to making your vehicle “road ready.”
Bryan Pederson and Veronica Marin have remained close friends.
David Bennett is the manager of repair systems for AAA.
For more about the series, check out https://www.onstar.com/podcast.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Tell Me What Happened have?
Tell Me What Happened currently has 43 episodes available.
What topics does Tell Me What Happened cover?
The podcast is about Safety, Places & Travel, Society & Culture, Podcasts, Relationships and Travel.
What is the most popular episode on Tell Me What Happened?
The episode title '12 Hours Trapped In Quicksand' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Tell Me What Happened?
The average episode length on Tell Me What Happened is 21 minutes.
How often are episodes of Tell Me What Happened released?
Episodes of Tell Me What Happened are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of Tell Me What Happened?
The first episode of Tell Me What Happened was released on Nov 10, 2021.
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