"What happened at the Dyatlov Pass?" Is one of the 20th centuries greatest historical mysteries. How could so many experienced, healthy, and prepared young people have passed away like they did? And perhaps even more pressing, what happened to their bodies? In this week's episode, Maia leads Grant throughout some of the theories of the Dyatlov Pass Incident. From the events leading up to the final night, to the fall out. Together, we explore this Soviet secret. 

Our longest episode yet and we ... won't be doing this again.

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Want to know more about "badass women of history"? Before there was Joan of Arc, there was a Jeanne. Multiple Jeannes. Maybe actually too many Jeannes. Enter Jeanne de Clisson AKA "The Lioness of Brittany". A women who lived multiple lives, had multiple husbands, and one singular mission: the destruction of French King Phillip VI. Get on board with this killer queen of history (literally). The history mystery? Why do we not know more about Jeanne de Clisson.

00:00:00 Catch-Up

00:33:17 Mom Jeannes

We hear from four listeners in this week’s listener episode! Hazel shares the story of a local man pushed too far. CJ talks about finding queer love in the South. Casey survives being the lover scorned herself. And Katie relives some classroom trauma from the best/work classroom we’ve ever heard of. Finally, Maia shares a Reddit AITA story to top off a hilarious episode from the Well, I Laughed listeners.

00:00:00 Catch-Up

00:16:34 Stories start 

Who killed Walter Wanderwell? Grant introduces us to a cast of characters with way too many names. From the irreverent Nell Miller to the eccentric Walter Wanderwell to the odd Harriet White Fisher. The real scene stealer, in more ways than one, is Aloha Wanderwell. A women as unique to her time as her name. Travel the world. Love too much. Take pictures along the way, and get to know more about Aloha Wanderwell.

00:00:00 Catch-Up

00:20:20 Wanderlust 

History podcast episode surprise from Maia! Learn more about the Kievan Rus, Vikings in the black sea, and a legendary Queen who murdered... for love. A women who might have inspired some of our favorite female villains today. Who was Queen Olga? How do you throw men into a hole? Are bathhouses flammable? And what can the Christian faith forgive, when you're helping drive up membership? A history comedy podcast episode, just for you!

00:00:00 Catch-Up

00:21:55 Heads Will Roll 

This week's listener episode features six stories and a whole lot of gossip from Grant and Maia. Stacy shares some all too relatable dating experiences. Mimi has a flashback to the infamous Lee episode in "Falsely Imprisoned". Jessica avoids the world’s worst first name. Gina talks about horsing around. And two teachers share tales from the classroom, one from Kayla the other anonymous (and for good reason). That and more, this week, from Well, I Laughed podcast!

00:00:00 Catch-Up

00:37:57 Stories start 

What did Michael Barisone do? And how guilty is he? Maia introduces to famous horse trainer and Olympian Michael Barisone along with a cast of other characters, including Lauren Kanarek. A wild tale of competition, dramatic social media posts, and a crime that leaves us certain: this ranch ain't big enough for the both of us!

00:00:00 Catch-Up

00:29:08 Ranch Ain't Big Enough 

Who was the Irish Hamilton? Richard Martin was a man of passion. He was just as likely to shoot you in a duel as he was to defend an innocent animal. Sometimes, he'd do both. Find out why was Richard Martin called "Humanity Dick", who founded the ASPCA, and how someone gets the nickname "Hair-Trigger Dick." A funny history podcast episode!

00:00:00 Catch-Up

00:25:25 D*ck of All Trades 

A listener episode! Listeners of Well, I Laughed share their connections with this week's theme "Down to Business". Polly details an uncomfortably close connection with a man known as Dr. Death. Ashley emailed in about the dangers of donating blood in a story so funny, we almost passed out. Nicole writes in with a friend or foe, deal or no deal story about a high school romance gone wrong. And Warren shares about being the intimidating guy in the parking lot, completely accidentally. All that and more, this week, from Well, I Laughed podcast!

00:00:00 Catch-Up

00:32:49 Polly’s Dark Side

00:44:41 Blood Drive Fiasco

00:56:52 Acid-Trip Aftermath

01:11:08 Pizza Delivery Panic

01:20:00 Host Confessions

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Grant takes the opportunity to share some "weird stories from Australia." He introduces us to an underground, deadly underwater cave system in the middle of a cow field known as "The Shaft" in Australia. Next, he covers the disappearance of Harold Holt. The Australian Prime Minister (and spear fisher) who was abducted by aliens, eaten by a shark, or something way more normal and boring. Finally, we learn about what happens when you try to take on mother nature. Specifically, when you launch "The Great Emu War". Along the way you’ll hear why Grant keeps getting recognized by former students, how Maia’s boomer side emerges in the snack-basket aisle, and what happens when two podcasters debate the morality of road-trip bathroom breaks. Buckle up; it’s a long, strange ride beneath (and sometimes above) the Southern Hemisphere. Plus, stick around for a lightning round on potato loyalties, hot-pot lullabies, and morbidly funny “famous last words”—proof that history pairs perfectly with late-night chaos. This week's episode has a little fun down under!

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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 [email protected]—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

00:20:52 Down Under

00:22:40 Cave of No Return

00:43:05 Prime Minister Overboard

00:59:30 Birds vs. Bullets

01:11:15 Quote Roulette