33 Men, 69 Days: The Incredible Chilean Mine Rescue

Trapped Beneath the Earth: The Story of the Chilean Miners

In 2010, 33 Chilean miners were buried alive beneath 700 metres of solid rock when the San José mine collapsed. What followed was one of the most dramatic and globally-watched rescue efforts in history. For 69 days, the world held its breath as engineers, families, and rescue workers battled time, pressure, and impossible odds.

In this episode, we take you inside the mine, explore the psychological toll of isolation, and unpack how the rescue became a rare story of international cooperation and human resilience. It’s a story of hope, unity, and survival against all odds.