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 Mar 13, 2024
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
A podcast on workers rights and the labor movement! Striking workers and unsafe working conditions, a uniquely American story. This week, Grant explores two historic moments in the labor rights movement. The Haymarket Riot in Chicago and the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire in New York. We learn more about Albert Parsons and Lucy Parsons, Clara Lemlich, and even get a surprise appearance from gilded age aristocrats. Discover the meaning behind May Day in today’s episode, March to May!
In this powerful episode, Grant and Maia explore the brutal labor struggles of late 19th and early 20th-century America, focusing on the Haymarket Riot of 1886 and the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire of 1911. Through the stories of activists like Albert and Lucy Parsons, the hosts reveal the extraordinary courage of immigrant workers fighting against exploitative working conditions, systemic oppression, and corporate greed. The episode reaches its emotional peak with a detailed account of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, which claimed 146 lives and ultimately sparked significant labor reforms in New York State. By connecting historical struggles to contemporary social justice issues, Grant and Maia offer a compelling narrative about the ongoing fight for workers' rights and the importance of understanding systemic inequalities. Tune in for the roots of May Day, nostalgic tangents about foldable furniture and Jon Stewart, plus a clear message that any “normal” built on abuse deserves rethinking.
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00:00:00 Catch-Up
00:29:47 March to May
00:46:10 Albert and Lucy Parsons’ legacy
00:54:20 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire
01:18:00 Systemic greed & déjà‑vu
01:33:30 Modern echoes
01:52:07 Lessons in Historical Empathy
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Today’s podcast episode is about a famous school rivalry. The rivalry between Denver University and the Colorado School of Mines. Maia covers some pranks that go too far. Pranks with explosives, hostages, and lots of ways to go wrong, at least a little. It is about more than a game of football, or a big white M on the side of the mountain. An episode on school pride and smart people doing dumb things. CU vs CSU. Auburn vs Georgia Tech. Harvard vs Yale. John Evans vs History. Who's side are you on?
How do a high school debate tournament, a sketchy Quality Inn, and one very loud snorer turn into a full-blown history lesson with explosions and academic beef? In this delightfully unhinged episode, Grant and Maia kick things off with tales of chaperoning chaos, room-sharing drama, and road trip rituals—before swerving straight into the wild world of Colorado campus lore. From the tangled legacy of John Evans to dorm room antics that might technically count as terrorism (oops), they blend laugh-out-loud stories with sharp historical insight and just the right amount of heartfelt reflection. Vocabulary lessons, personal confessions, and absurd adventures collide in this episode about how the past keeps showing up—in classrooms, in college rivalries, and in the backseat of a debate van. Press play and prepare to be both entertained and strangely educated.
00:00:00 Catch-Up
00:20:54 Blast Off
00:27:17 John Evans’ Legacy
00:41:05 Campus Rivalries
01:48:00 The Big Wrap-Up
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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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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
00:17:42 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!
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
00:43:27 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