The Last Passenger Off Flight 1549: The Full Miracle on the Hudson Story w/ Dave Sanderson

Dave Sanderson is a leadership speaker, resilience expert, bestselling 
author, and founder of Resilience Partners Group. He is best known 
as the last passenger off US Airways Flight 1549, the “Miracle on 
the Hudson,” and has spent years helping leaders and organizations 
navigate crises, uncertainty, and high-pressure decision-making.

In today’s episode, Dave joins me to share the incredible story of surviving 
the Miracle on the Hudson. He takes us inside the final 208 seconds 
before the plane landed in the Hudson River, the decisions that saved lives, 
and why he chose to help others instead of escaping first.

We dive into the mindset required to stay calm during life’s 
biggest challenges and discuss how adversity can become a catalyst 
for purpose, growth, and lasting transformation.

Dave also shares how surviving the crash completely changed the way 
he viewed success, leadership, and his career. He explains why he walked 
away from a successful corporate job, how to recognize your own 
“I’m done” moment, and the four freedoms everyone should pursue to 
build a more meaningful life.

Join us today as we dive into building resilience, making better decisions 
under pressure, overcoming fear and uncertainty, finding your purpose 
after setbacks, taking the next best step when life feels overwhelming, 
discovering your unique advantage, and much more.

Take Dave’s free resilience assessment and learn more about his coaching, 
speaking, and leadership resources >> https://resiliencepartnersgroup.com

If this episode lit something inside you, that quiet knowing that you’re 
meant for more, then I want to personally invite you into the 
most powerful room of the year.

ReLaunch To A Rich Life LIVE is a transformative, neuroscience-backed 
3-day experience happening September 17–19, 2026 in Scottsdale, Arizona. 
It’s designed for women who are done playing small and ready to step 
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but in health, wealth, relationships, and life.

This isn’t another event, it’s a quantum upgrade into the life you’re meant to live. 
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Visit Dave Sanderson’s Website: https://davesandersonspeaks.com/

Connect with Dave on:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DaveSandersonSpeaks/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davesandersonspeaks/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hiredavesanderson

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hilarydecesare/

FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReLaunchCo

Interested in being a guest on the ReLaunch Podcast or booking Hilary as a guest? 
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