Semi-educational and organically funny, “Well, I Laughed” is a podcast for listeners who find themselves in search of a good laugh and their next strange story to tell at parties. Each week one of our hosts shares what they have learned on topics ranging from the Unabomber to Frankenstein. Join Grant, a public school teacher, and Maia, an engineer, as they find the humor in the mundane. Well, I Laughed, and we think you will too. New episodes every Wednesday.
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Grant survived growing up in Nebraska to accomplish every Midwest kid’s dream - moving away after paying in-state tuition for college. After a year in California, he landed in Denver in the summer of 2016. He is a public school teacher, and has grown accustomed to a semi-willing audience.
Recently (and proudly) 30, Grant lives on Denver’s westside. Famously pet averse and fortunately single, he parents several plants. He hikes, hosts dinner parties, and once met Dave Franco. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Education in 2015. 6 feet tall if it matters…
Maia is originally from the suburbs of Denver, CO and will take any and every opportunity to remind everyone that she is a rare “Colorado Born and Raised” 🙄. Having ADHD and a love of having approximate knowledge of many things as led her into many serendipitous adventures - starting this podcast being one of them. If you’ve ever gone down an internet search rabbit hole, you’ll love the stories she shares.
Outside of the podcast (because once you have a podcast it becomes your whole personality, right?) she lives with her fiancé, Casey, and two dogs, Monet and Bowser. She has a BS in Chemical and Biochemical Engineering and works as a Project Engineer for an Engineering Consulting firm (don't ask her what she does for work - she still doesn't know how to define "consultant").
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Stories from the Reddit AITA page. For Valentine's day we cover terrible dates. Being too honest with your friend about their dating expectations. Reacting to sudden hostility while grabbing drinks. And telling your friend they’re wrong, even when pressured not to. Four Reddit stories about dating, and terrible dating experiences.
Buckle up for the grand finale of “Plenty of Fish,” where Maia and Grant juggle skittish dogs, star‑struck cousins, and the most unhinged dating stories Reddit can offer. Broadcasting from a friend’s couch (wine in hand), they swap Valentine’s wisdom, sign a dubious half‑marathon pact, and update us on Grant’s ongoing “candy‑thief” whodunit. Then it’s straight into four AITA bombshells: a friend who weaponizes dating statistics, a boyfriend who melts down over birth‑control, a first‑date tantrum about condoms, and a “poly” guy who forgets to mention he’s, well, poly until the STDs show up. Along the way you’ll hear cookie‑price economics, bro‑code takedowns, and a tease of Maia’s next theme (will it be Explosive Competition, Epic Rivalries, or Way Over the Top?). It’s equal parts comedy, cringe, and hard‑won advice, perfect for anyone navigating modern love with a side of chaos.
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00:00:00 Catch-Up
00:17:42 Candy‑Letter Caper Update
00:24:39 Red‑Flag Wishlist
00:40:04 Birth‑control blow‑up
01:01:00 Walk‑Out Wonder
01:15:53 Poly Pitfalls & STIs
01:28:30 Wrap‑up & future themes tease
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Do aliens exist? Or are we alone in the universe? In this week’s podcast episode we explore Fermi's Paradox. Maia covers topics like the “great filter theory”, the day a UFO sighting stopped a football game with Ardico Magnini, the “coso artifact”, and the US Congressional Hearing on UFO sightings and the testimony of Retired Maj. David Grusch. An episode that addresses the question, if there are supposed to be plenty fish in our galaxy… where are they?
Grant Thomas and Maia Warner weave together a tapestry of the strange, the silly, and the surprisingly insightful. From quirky campus laws and bizarre dorm-life rules to accidental movie marathons and the curious case of not one, but two flat tires, they explore the odd corners of everyday life that most of us overlook. With their signature blend of humor and curiosity, they uncover the hidden magic in mundane moments—proving that even the weirdest days are packed with unexpected lessons, historical rabbit holes, and plenty of reasons to laugh along the way.
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Love a good laugh? Stay in the loop with the Well, I Laughed Podcast! Hit up wellilaughed.com for all the fun, throw some love our way on Patreon at https://patreon.com/WellILaughedPodcast, and send us your wildest listener stories at wellilaughedpod@gmail.com—because let’s be real, we know you’ve got some!
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00:00:00 Catch-Up
00:43:27 Alone in a Crowded Room
01:02:05 Alien Theories
01:10:00 Spark Plug Saga
01:17:30 Technological Conundrums
01:23:45 Cosmic Queries
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Grant tells Maia about the rarest fish in the world, found in the strangest of places. An episode about the Devil’s Hole Pupfish and Devils Hole, located in Death Valley National Park. We learn more about Ash Meadow, the legal rights of a tiny fish, and the many strange occurrences that have been documented at Devil’s Hole. A podcast episode that will leave you enchanted with the oddity of fish in the desert.
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Strap in as Grant and Maia shift gears from hot tub hijinks and nostalgic selfies to explore the enigmatic Devil’s Hole in Death Valley, a secluded cave harboring the endangered Devil’s Hole pupfish. With wild conservation showdowns, unexpected legal dramas, and a touch of irreverent humor, this episode is your invitation to uncover nature’s most astonishing secrets. Join us as we peel back the layers of a hidden ecosystem whose delicate balance has sparked multimillion-dollar court battles and fierce debates among local ranchers and environmentalists. Discover how these tiny survivors have defied extinction in a world where every detail counts, and hear jaw-dropping accounts of daring divers and unforeseen tragedies deep beneath the desert. From mind-blowing scientific insights to hilariously relatable campus capers, prepare for a journey that challenges what you thought you knew about nature, evolution, and the strange intersections of our modern world.
00:00:00 Catch-Up
00:28:03 Devil in the Details
00:45:05 Incident at Devil's Hole in 1965
00:56:45 Charles Manson's Connection to Devil's Hole
01:01:44 Protection and Incidents at Devil's Hole
01:06:18 Seismic Activity and Unknown Depths
01:16:36 Challenges and Protective Measures for the Fish
01:20:02 Attempts to Breed the Fish in Captivity
01:28:41 Efforts to Save the Fish and Legal Challenges
01:39:17 Exploration of the Cave System and Final Thoughts
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
Stories from the Reddit AITA page. Maia covers the story of a roommate who is a bit too casual with the cops. Later, a mother-in-law's famous Mac and Cheese that goes too far. Or maybe it was the daughter-in-law who could have handled things better. Two AITA stories about family drama and the cops, what else is new?
What happens when everyday legal oddities meet dorm room debacles? Dive into a whirlwind of laughter as Maia Warner and Grant Thomas pick apart the quirkiest legal scenarios and the most bewildering aspects of dorm living. From debates over the right way to handle an RA visit to dissecting the bizarre family recipes that show up during college potlucks, this episode is packed with sharp wit and spontaneous banter. Join the fun as we explore the lighter side of life's unexpected challenges, making sense of the absurdities with plenty of laughs along the way. It’s not just entertaining—it’s an education in the hilarity of the human condition.
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Love a good laugh? Stay in the loop with the Well, I Laughed Podcast! Hit up wellilaughed.com for all the fun, throw some love our way on Patreon at https://patreon.com/WellILaughedPodcast, and send us your wildest listener stories at wellilaughedpod@gmail.com—because let’s be real, we know you’ve got some!
Listener stories, topic ideas, or anything else you think belongs on the show—drop it all at wellilaughed.com/contact. We’re all ears—and laughs!
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00:00:00 Catch-Up
00:28:01 Dorm Life Realities
00:32:15 Navigating Awkward Social Situations
00:48:20 The Quirks of Domestic Life
00:52:34 Understanding Legal Oddities
01:04:22 Cultural Differences in Food
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
In today's podcast episode, Grant covers some Civil War history. Specifically, the life and legend of John Brown. Abolitionist, hero, domestic terrorist? Depends on who you ask. Also covered is the conflict known as “Bleeding Kansas”, the raid on Harpers Ferry, and the work of important abolitionists like Fredrick Douglass and Gerrit Smith.
It’s a frosty catch-up session that leads us straight into 1800s American history—specifically the life (and wild times) of John Brown. First, Grant and Maia share comedic chaos about frigid weather, too many soups, and a mysterious “candy heist” at a recent speech tournament. Then we dive deep into abolitionist John Brown: his devout Calvinist upbringing, his many children with two wives, his infamous raids in “Bleeding Kansas,” and the final showdown at Harpers Ferry that locked in his legacy. Along the way, they explore Brown’s unwavering religious convictions, his willingness to embrace violence to end slavery, and how that turned him into both a historical legend and a polarizing figure.
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Love a good laugh? Stay in the loop with the Well, I Laughed Podcast! Hit up wellilaughed.com for all the fun, throw some love our way on Patreon at https://patreon.com/WellILaughedPodcast, and send us your wildest listener stories at wellilaughedpod@gmail.com—because let’s be real, we know you’ve got some!
Listener stories, topic ideas, or anything else you think belongs on the show—drop it all at wellilaughed.com/contact. We’re all ears—and laughs!
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00:00:00 Catch-Up
00:25:02 A Beautiful Country
00:34:20 The Kansas-Nebraska Act and Bleeding Kansas
00:55:10 Harpers Ferry Raid
01:24:45 Legacy, Martyrdom & The March Toward Civil War
02:03:00 Final Thoughts