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What Was That Like - True Stories. Real People.

Scott Johnson & Glassbox Media.
Mental Health
Gun Violence
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Domestic Violence
Parenting
Sexual Assault
September 11 Attacks
Childhood Trauma
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September 11, 2001
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A storytelling podcast, with first-hand amazing stories presented by Scott Johnson and Meredith Hackwith Edwards. Each storyteller tells their own personal true story, with all the details of what happened. Animal attacks, plane crashes, mass shootings, and more – you'll hear what happened directly from the person who experienced it, and the inspirational outcome of how they came out on the other ... more

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One of the things that makes this life so interesting is that

something can happen that’s life-changing, when you least expect

it.

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mean, you’re just going about your day – stopping at the grocery

store, or putting gas in your car, just a routine d... more

Every

other Tuesday, we grab a past question from the Facebook group, then

Meredith and Scott answer it and read some of the answers given by

other listeners.

The

question for this episode:

What

makes you weird?

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Today’s episode is a little different.

If

you’re a regular listener to the show, you know that usually we

hear a story from a regular person about something they’ve

experienced that was extremely unusual. We have over 250 episodes

like that – plane... more

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Cody Sheriffs
Garfield County Search and Rescue member and first responder
Garfield County Search and Rescue
Episode: 253: John was lost in the woods
Blake File
Subject of the story, a former ESL theater worker in South Korea
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Episode: 252: Blake was arrested for pot cookies
Adam Fell
Climber and accident survivor
Climbing community
Episode: 248: Adam fell during a phone call
Alyssa Moore
Survivor of domestic violence, musician, audio engineer
Independent storyteller
Episode: 247: Alyssa watched her abuser burn
Lemon Teeny
A roller derby athlete and mother sharing her story of surviving a house fire while trying to save her children.
Episode: 233: Lemon was forced to decide
David Mitchell
Bill's son and Kristin's brother
Episode: 226: Bill's daughter was murdered
Amanda Eller
Survivor of a harrowing 17-day ordeal in the wilderness
Episode: STAS 5: Amanda Eller
Cesar Cardona
Survivor of a violent attack and public speaker focusing on resilience
Episode: 217: Cesar was attacked
Amy Downs
Survivor of the Oklahoma City bombing and speaker
Episode: 215: Amy's office exploded

Hosts

Scott Johnson
Host of What Was That Like?
Meredith Hackwith Edwards
Co-host of What Was That Like?

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings
  • Used to be some decent stories

    Can you not read your scripts sooooo slow

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Was good no more
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love Scott

    Scott is so wise and awesome to hear!! The woman has gotten so annoying to me. Please pick someone else.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heretolisten57
    United States3 months ago
  • LOVE

    Scott has such a sincere way of addressing these stories and offering the perfect about of levity as needed. I also love Meredith when she jumps on! Great podcast! I sent in a listener story once and Scott was very communicative as well and let me know when it would air. Excellent show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vicgibbs93
    United States3 months ago
  • Justin found his Mon

    Beautiful story. My eyes were filled with tears. A must listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NikkiPonce
    United States4 months ago
  • Original Content is Great

    Love hearing everyone’s stories! Recently it’s gotten too political. Go back to the original version without the host commentary for best results.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    HistoricalChestnut3046
    United States4 months ago

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Some listeners feel the show occasionally veers into politics or narratives that don't resonate with them, and a few criticize the host's approach to certain topics.
There are strong positive responses noting the quality of guests and the depth of personal storytelling, with many episodes described as compelling and inspiring.
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254: Elaina was friends with Mickey
Q: How did you get started with Disney and what grabbed you about the role?
Elaina talks about responding to auditions while in college, loving dance and performance, and being drawn to the magic of Disney that promised a chance to be part of joyful moments for families, even though it required hard work and adaptation to the costumes.
250: Margy did a hoarder cleanout
Q: What impact did finishing the house have on Margy's career and personal development?
The accomplishment gave her confidence to pursue leadership roles, transition into trauma-informed work, and co-found new ventures, illustrating how extreme projects can catalyze personal growth and professional opportunities.
250: Margy did a hoarder cleanout
Q: How did Margy handle resistance from her mother during the cleanup?
She brought in a compassionate expert, Nicole, who helped shift the dynamic and demonstrated that a patient, professional approach could engage her mother and move the project forward.
250: Margy did a hoarder cleanout
Q: What sparked Margy to take on the hoard cleanup project when she did?
She had been planning to come home and finally tackle the hoarded house with a sense of urgency after her father's death, recognizing that the situation was not just about clutter but about healing and rebuilding her family's life.
247: Alyssa watched her abuser burn
Q: What advice would you give someone currently in an abusive relationship?
Seek help from credentialed professionals, trust your gut, and contact established domestic violence resources rather than relying on friends who may not grasp the severity of the situation.

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What is What Was That Like about and what kind of topics does it cover?

True personal-journey storytelling with an emphasis on resilience, recovery, and the realities of high-stakes experiences. Episodes feature first-hand accounts across a wide range of intense topics—from climbing accidents and medical trauma to domestic violence, parenting a child with autism, and emergency safety scenarios at large events. Conversations tend to blend intimate storytelling with practical, hard-hitting details, often highlighted by a compassionate interviewing style that lets guests speak at length while the hosts offer context and reflection. The show frequently surfaces themes of trauma, survival, and personal growth, with a notable focus on safety, prevention, and navigating aftermath. Its strength lies in bringing listene... more

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2. Blake File
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4. Alyssa Moore
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8. Cesar Cardona

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