Join us on a haunting journey to Pripyat, the ghost town frozen in time by the catastrophic Chernobyl disaster of 1986. Once a bustling city, home to thousands, Pripyat now stands as a chilling monument to the sudden and devastating impacts of nuclear power gone awry. In this episode, we dive deep into the history of Pripyat, exploring the vibrant life it once held and the eerie silence it now maintains. We'll uncover the stories of the people who lived and dreamed in this city, and how their lives changed in the blink of an eye. Accompany us through the deserted streets, past the iconic amusement park with its rusting Ferris wheel, and into the empty buildings that capture snapshots of daily life interrupted. Through expert interviews and eyewitness accounts, we piece together the events of that fateful day and discuss the aftermath and the exclusion zone as it exists today. Discover the resilience of nature as we discuss how wildlife has flourished in the absence of human habitation, and the lessons humanity has learned about nuclear safety since. This poignant exploration not only remembers a tragedy but also prompts a reflection on the balance between technological advancement and environmental responsibility. Sponsors: Original Monthly Beer Club: https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=278781&u=2712319&m=30876&urllink=&afftrack= ExpressVPN - 30 Day Free Trial: https://go.expressvpn.com/c/2653816/1462842/16063 Hulu: https://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=FvrYk763CyU&offerid=1589248.1350&type=3&subid=0 VIDANGEL - http:/vidangel.pxf.io/QymQ66 Skillshare: https://skillshare.eqcm.net/XYOaYX Audible: Free Audio Book: www.audibletrial.com/larry21 DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS. Follow Us on Social Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/truecrimeneversleepspodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/truecrimens IG: https://www.instagram.com/truecrimeneversleepspodcast If you like our content, consider becoming a financial supporter: Buy Us A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tcns Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/true-crime-never-sleeps/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy