Well, I Laughed

Welcome back to the Well, I Laughed Extended Universe! Within These Walls of the studio, Grant and Maia read some listener stories! Whitney pranks her mom with a creepy old doll that might be watching all of us. Kyle has a bummer of a night that ruins more than a birthday. Willow watches the wrong movie with the right person. Vic finds a warm glow on her college campus. And Sandi survives - or inspires - a horror movie or two. All that and more, this week from Well, I Laughed!   00:00:00 Catch-Up 00:22:34 Whitney's Staged Haunting 00:27:55 Kyle's Not So Happy 25th 00:47:37 Willow & Lee's Awkward First Date 01:18:07 Vic's College's Arsonist 01:35:40 Sandi's Horror Of It All   Connect with Us 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!   Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: @wellilaughed Tiktok: @wellilaughed Facebook: Well, I Laughed Podcast YouTube: Well, I laughed  

Well behaved women rarely make history. In the case of Alice Roosevelt, they do make scandalous headlines. Alice’s life was marked early by tragedy but defined by her actions and in her own words. Born to a powerful family, Alice chose a life that fit her above all else. In the process she caused controversy and defied expectations. An advocate for style and an ally to many, her life was a series of Crowded Hours.   00:00:00 Catch-Up 00:19:40 Crowded Hours 00:24:54 Her Birth 00:37:25 Early Childhood 01:18:11 White House Years 01:38:51 A Menace for Public Good 01:46:20 Wedding of the Century 01:54:55 After the White House 02:08:35 Later Life & Final Thoughts   Connect with Us 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!   Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: @wellilaughed Tiktok: @wellilaughed Facebook: Well, I Laughed Podcast YouTube: Well, I laughed  

The mystery surrounding the disappearance of Emanuela Orlandi is confounding. How does a woman disappear so close to home? Especially when that home is Vatican City. Within these walls a tragedy unfolds and questions persist. Who took Emanuela? Why? What did her disappearance accomplish? And what role, if any, did organized crime and the Catholic Church play in the disappearance and potential cover up? This week, All Roads Lead to Rome. 00:00:00 Catch-Up 00:17:28 All Roads Lead To Rome 00:32:04 Missing 00:42:27 Initial Panic and Search 00:54:09 The American 01:15:53 When One Pope Dies 01:21:49 Sabrina Minardi 01:32:39 Mafia v Vatican v Money 01:42:52 New Pope, New Evidence 01:58:55 New Lawyer 02:13:22 Review the Theories 02:14:43 The Friend 02:25:16 Appeasing the Mass   Connect with Us 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!   Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: @wellilaughed Tiktok: @wellilaughed Facebook: Well, I Laughed Podcast YouTube: Well, I laughed  

Dive into a world of amusing listener tales! Hear about Kendyl's quirky cheese scavenger hunt and Meredith's unexpectedly serious stomach ache. Jen gets a ghostly twist on college life, while Audrey's injury saga adds more bumps to the night. Katie's joke flops, but Reality Winner provides a heartfelt nod to Robert McNamara. The hosts masterfully weave humor and relatable experiences, making every story a delightful ride through the extraordinary and the mundane.

Dive into the spooky tales of Ed and Lorraine Warren, famed paranormal investigators linked to the Amityville Horror. Explore their unconventional methods, the haunting legacy they left behind, and the cultural reactions to their work. Discover chilling anecdotes about sleepwalking, eerie encounters, and the unsettling history of the Amityville house. The discussion also navigates the tension between belief in the supernatural and skepticism, all while examining the complex societal implications of these ghostly experiences.

Travel back to the wild 1970s as the hosts dive into the Watergate scandal, unraveling the bizarre break-in that toppled a president. They blend humor with a serious analysis of Nixon's tarnished legacy, exploring characters and events that defined this infamous chapter in American history. Tune in for playful discussions on political satire, media influence, and the absurdity of political dramas, all while reflecting on the cultural impact of the era. Who knew history could be this entertaining?

Dive into hilarious listener stories, like Ryan's surprise wine surplus and Sam's twin drama over a campus mishap. Taylor recounts a workplace cremation fiasco, while Maggie's Firehouse sub goes missing at the hands of a mystery thief. Casey shares wise birthday insights after turning 30. Through light-hearted banter and relatable chaos, the hosts blend humor with heartwarming tales, making this a delightful mix of absurdity and joy.

This week dives into the intriguing history of anti-war activism, spotlighting the courageous actions of priests and nuns who burned draft cards. The conversation explores the moral dilemmas of non-violence, invoking faith as a driver for resistance. Listeners will uncover the profound complexities of the Vietnam War draft and the socio-political repercussions faced by marginalized communities. Through humor and thought-provoking insights, this exploration reveals the intertwining of identity, dissent, and faith amidst political oppression.

Get ready for a wild ride through the bizarre world of identity theft! Dive into the dark history of ricin, a toxin more lethal than cyanide, and hear about outlandish characters like Paul Kevin Curtis, who takes a mail-based revenge to a whole new level. From Elvis impersonators to conspiracies, the hosts explore the absurdities of paranoia in modern America. Enjoy amusing anecdotes, oddball narratives, and a journey through the tangled web of online rivalries and toxic letters, all served with a side of humor!

The hosts recount a thrilling girl's trip where one accidentally caught a criminal! They dive into hilarious listener stories, featuring grocery store brawls and outrageous office pranks. One host ponders a potential link to Napoleon, while another sparks laughter with a WWE-style grocery fight. The duo navigates chaotic Airbnb antics, culminating in a surprising police visit. It's a wild ride filled with unexpected lessons, heartfelt moments, and plenty of comedic gems!