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 Apr 09, 2025
Wednesday Apr 09, 2025
This week, Grant and Maia attempt to answer a big question “why do we love Romcoms so much?”. Our episode takes us through the history of romantic comedies. From the Greeks to ways Shakespeare still influences the stories we tell today. We talk about how romantic comedies are some of our oldest stories and so much more than just “chick flicks”. Finally, we revel in our favorite romcoms and share in our delight of both Bridget Jones Diary and Jane Austen. Are you reading to avoid the news? Us too.
Ever feel like your life is one awkward rom-com away from greatness? In this sprawling, laugh-out-loud episode, Grant and Maia dive into the wonderfully chaotic world of rom-coms—and all the real-life moments that feel just as scripted (but with way worse lighting). From hilarious classroom mishaps and movie theater disasters to quirky family stories and spontaneous philosophical tangents, they explore how love, vulnerability, and a bit of messiness make for the best stories—on screen and off. Along the way, they unpack classic rom-com tropes, trace their roots from Shakespearean drama to Sandra Bullock blockbusters, and get unexpectedly deep about personal growth, emotional risk-taking, and the everyday magic of falling for someone—or something—at the wrong time, in the right way. Whether you’re a hopeless romantic, a film nerd, or just someone who’s cried over a well-placed movie montage, this episode will hit you right in the feels (and probably make you laugh-snort in public).
00:00:00 Catch-Up
00:24:38 Shake that Speare
00:28:51 The Father of the RomCom
00:57:14 Adaptations
01:03:44 Ancient Greece
01:15:29 Modern Romcoms
02:02:27 Do they matter?
02:16:48 Bridget Jones & Final Thoughts
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Wednesday Apr 02, 2025
Wednesday Apr 02, 2025
Stories from the Well, I Laughed universe! Makayla reminisces on the time she had beef with a middle-aged, high school theater teacher. Emily learns of the pitfalls of “hell yeah girl, get your…” the hard way. Jane accidentally gets a production of a children’s play picketed. Alexandra doesn’t quite master a German accent. And Kylie finds out that three really is a crowd. All that and more, this week on Well, I Laughed!
It’s a triple threat, all right, but this time, you brought the drama. In this episode, we read off your wildest listener stories: theater teachers going rogue, awkward movie dates with little siblings tagging along, nudes discovered in all the worst ways, and so much more. If you ever needed confirmation that real life can rival any staged production, this episode is it. We also manage to squeeze in our usual banter: hair-raising U-Haul mishaps, that universal hatred of cleaning when you move out, and oh-so-confusing first (and second... and third) dates. Enjoy these back-to-back doses of comedic chaos, plus a bonus cameo from society’s weird obsession with “filth” in high school musicals. Cue the eye-roll.
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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
00:22:25 Mak
00:30:34 Emily
00:44:05 "Jane"
00:58:03 Alex
01:05:33 Kylie
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Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
A woman who needs no introduction, but if she did she'd shout it! It's LIZA! With a Z! Born into stardom, the daughter of Judy Garland and Vicente Minnelli, Liza was born for greatness. From "Liza... in Cabaret!" to "Liza... in Chicago" to "Liza in... LIZA! LIZA!". Few know how difficult the life of the talented and famous can be better than Liza. Despite triumph and tragedy, Liza Outlives it all.
00:00:00 Catch-Up
00:25:01 Liza Outlives
00:38:56 Meet Liza
00:53:57 Let's Talk Cabaret
01:18:14 Music & Film Career
01:23:17 Television Career
01:27:47 Personal Life
01:43:50 Video Snippets & Final Thoughts
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Wednesday Mar 19, 2025
Wednesday Mar 19, 2025
Frank Sinatra would say, "I did it my way," and we would agree. From an early age, he lived an unusual life, raised in a mob bar by a strong-willed mother, gifted with a voice that could melt hearts and a face that could charm anyone. But there’s a side to Sinatra that few people know. A member of the Rat Pack, famous for his many wives and girlfriends, and… a civil rights activist? His friendships stretched from Hollywood’s elite to the most dangerous figures in organized crime and even to the White House. But when his ties to the mob clashed with his loyalty to John F. Kennedy, did Sinatra’s influence take a deadly turn? This week, you’ll get a peek behind the velvet curtain, but trust us, there’s more to Sinatra’s story than any “Somethin’ Stupid” could cover.
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00:00:00 Catch-Up
00:21:59 Saints & Singers
00:28:26 Early Life
00:35:44 Enter: Martin Jr
01:02:12 The Big Break
01:27:25 Rock Bottom and the Rise
01:31:04 Las Vegas Years
01:54:41 Enter: FBI
02:04:57 Politics Meets Showbiz
02:13:51 Becoming the President
02:26:44 The Affair
02:35:54 The Theories
02:41:18 The End & Final Thoughts
Wednesday Mar 12, 2025
Wednesday Mar 12, 2025
Stories from the Well, I Laughed community as listeners write in! Shreya risks it all in the unknown depths. Rosie and Natasha fan girl over horse sized gorillas, Madi reveals her untamed family drama, Danielle faces down a flock of ring stealing geese, and Casey (no relation) learns a valuable lesson the hard way. Laugh along with your fellow listeners in this weeks Listener Episode!
Get ready for a rollercoaster of laughs and heart-pounding moments as we take you on a whirlwind journey through our recent travels! From wild wedding tales to a concert adventure that nearly took a deadly turn, this episode is packed with chaos, humor, and a dash of romance. But that’s not all—join them as they dive into the fascinating world of extinct animals, share wild listener stories, and throw in some surprise twists you won’t see coming.
00:00:00 Catch-Up
00:21:27 Shreya's Adrenaline Rush
00:34:42 Rosie & Natasha's Lost Species
00:47:09 Madi's Family Secrets
00:59:56 Danielle's Geese Chaos
01:25:58 Casey Learning the Hard 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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