Episode Details

Drew solo hosts to discuss the harrowing rescue of a 27-year-old Chinese hiker from Mt. Fuji. The hiker purportedly lost his phone; hence, the dual trek and subsequent rescues.

CW | TW: This episode discusses search, rescue, and death. Listener discretion is advised.

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Hosts: Harry Chambers + Drew Hudson

Logo Art: Drew Hudson

Theme Song Composer | Podcast Editor: Harry Chambers

Show Concept | Researcher | Lead Writer: Drew Hudson

Available on all podcast platforms, including Rogue Media Network and Radio Garden State

Sources

News: Man Rescued, Twice, from Mt. Fuji After Leaving Behind Phone (KTVB News)

Website: Mount Fuji Climbing Official Website (fijisan-climb.jp)

Article: “Mount Fuji Climber is Rescued Twice in One Week After Returning for Lost Phone” by Arata Yamamoto and Peter Guo (NBC News; nbcnews.com)

Article: “Japan Imposes New Fees on Mount Fuji Climbers to Limit Tourists” by Reuters via NBC (nbcnews.com)

Article: “6 Die on Mt. Fuji in First Month of Season, Topping Last Year’s Total” by Tatsuhiko Yoshizawa

Article: “4 Bodies Recovered on Mount Fuji After Missing Climber Sent Photos from Summit to Family” by CBS Staff (cbsnews.com)