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 Jan 03, 2024
Wednesday Jan 03, 2024
Grant takes us back to the Gilded Age with the origin story of the word "JUMBO". A tale at times hilarious and heartbreaking. Our story starts in East Africa and winds its way through Europe before arriving in New York. Buckle up for this story, it can feel like a real circus.
Do you know how a massive elephant ended up being the talk of the town and even changing the English language? Buckle up because this episode takes you on a wild ride through the life and legend of Jumbo the Elephant. Picture this: a journey from the African plains to the heart of America's circus ring, loaded with drama, unexpected twists, and a touch of celebrity sparkle. Maia and Grant are here to unpack the quirky, tragic, and utterly captivating story that is sure to make you laugh, possibly tear up, and definitely leave you with some killer stories to share. So, ready to find out how Jumbo went from big to jumbo-sized in people's hearts? Hit play, and let’s get this show on the road!
00:00:00 Catch-Up
00:12:30 The Elephant In the Room
00:18:55 Marketing Genius of Barnum
00:24:40 Tragic Curtain Call
00:30:15 Memorialized in Memorabilia
00:41:25 The Ethical Elephant in the Room
00:59:10 Teaching with Trunks
01:18:45 Circus and Society
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Wednesday Dec 27, 2023
Wednesday Dec 27, 2023
LIVE from our friend's living room. It is the Well, I Laughed Christmas episode! Recorded in the most festive room either of us have ever seen. We discuss the holidays, vasectomies, and eventually share a couple AITA stories from Reddit. Grant and Maia unpack all the weird and hilarious holiday traditions and stories from each other.
A special thank you to Kelsi and Edgar for being such wonderful friends and hosts.
Tinsel, twinkle lights, and the faint sound of huskies scuttling in the background? You’ve landed in the Well, I Laughed “Very Merry Holiday” special! In Part 3 of our Hometown Hijinks series, Grant and Maia record from Kelsi and Edgar’s ultra-festive living room—a setting that feels suspiciously like a medieval Christmas fortress. Amid fur stockings, seven Christmas trees, and some spirited off-mic banter from friends, they talk holiday traditions, not-so-Norman-Rockwell families, and the dreaded emotional labor of remembering birthdays. Oh, and heads up: a top-secret Santa discussion lurks within. If little ones still believe wholeheartedly in St. Nick, you might want to hit “pause” or throw on headphones. Otherwise, join the gang for an off-the-rails, end-of-the-year wrap-up that’s equal parts snark, nostalgia, and comedic chaos!
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Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
Grant transports us back to the Gilded Age in a completely unplanned turn of events, asking the big question: When is a murder just a murder, and when does it symbolize deeper social turmoil like racism or misogyny? In this second installment of “Hometown Hijinks,” a famous gambler in 1890s Lincoln, Nebraska, gets brained with a steel cane and possibly poisoned, pulling a suspicious barber, a not-so-grieving wife (hello, Molly Sheedy!), and powerful railroads into the biggest murder trial in local lore. Grant relives the story he first learned (and promptly forgot) in college, while Maya’s witty banter keeps the century-old gossip feeling surprisingly fresh. If you’re into old-fashioned mystery, corruption, and comedic chaos, you won’t want to miss this time-warp adventure!
00:00:00 Catch-Up
00:19:40 Lincoln It Together
00:49:57 Racial Tensions and Witness Testimony
01:02:01 Mary Sheedy's Complicated Love Life
01:25:31 Legal Maneuvering and Estate Inheritance
01:40:14 Trial Drama and Social Expectations
01:50:25 Verdict and Aftermath
01:55:04 Mary's Post-Trial Life
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Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
Maia transports us back to the Gilded Age and tells the story of means girls and high society. Who was who in early Denver society? What made them so interesting? And who ends up getting played by Kathy Bates? That, and so much more, covered in Hometown Hijinxs (Maia's version).
Grant and Maia discuss The Unsinkable Margaret (Molly) Brown as well as other characters like Louise Sneed Hill, JJ Brown, the RMS Titanic and more!
Dive into the juicy, scandal-packed feud between two legendary Denver divas—Molly Brown and Louise Sneed Hill—as they claw their way to the top of Mile High society! We're serving up all the details, from scandalous secret affairs and backstabbing betrayals to luxurious parties dripping with drama and intrigue. Find out how Molly Brown's unstoppable charisma and daring defiance—highlighted by her epic showdown with fate aboard the Titanic—shook the foundations of Colorado's elite circles. Pour yourself some tea (or champagne!) and settle in, because this episode is spilling every last drop of gossip about the glamorous rivalries, unforgettable personalities, and bold moves that turned Denver society upside down forever!
00:00:00 Catch-Up
00:25:20 Unsinkable
00:32:33 Denver’s Queen Bee
00:36:18 Dancing into Drama
00:38:03 Breaking the Mold
00:43:33 The Original Mean Girl
00:51:16 From Rags to Riches
01:10:04 Titanic Heroism
01:14:19 Legacy Unleashed
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Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Patty Hearst, Part 2. After witnessing the death of your friends, what do you do next? And where do you go? How does tragedy and trauma shape and reshape Patty Hearst's life. And what does innocence, guilt, and justice look like when the crazy ride finally comes to an end?
This episode covers everything after the house fire which tragically kills many of the members of the Symbionese Liberation Army (SLA) through present day. We discuss the intricacies of the numerous trials of Patricia Hearst, Bill Harris, and Emily Harris and then see where everyone ends up in the years following.
After witnessing the unimaginable loss of your closest allies, where do you run and how do you even begin to pick up the pieces? In this episode, we jump right into the aftermath of the deadly house fire that wiped out much of the Symbionese Liberation Army (SLA) and follow Patty’s wild, unpredictable path forward. How does tragedy reshape her life, and what does innocence, guilt, and justice really look like once the dust finally settles? Prepare to untangle the messy trials of Patricia Hearst, Bill Harris, and Emily Harris, then stick around to find out who’s living it up, and who isn’t, when all is said and done. Spoiler alert: the final chapter is just as jaw-dropping as the first.
00:00:00 Catch-Up
00:20:54 Bail Out
00:37:40 Recapping the SLA Shootout & Aftermath
01:04:00 The Murder of Myrna Opsahl
01:14:45 Courtroom Chaos
01:30:10 The Privilege Question
02:04:00 Jonestown’s Impact on Patty’s Case
02:55:00 Final Thoughts & Where Are They Now?
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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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