Episodes – Page 2 – what was that like

Bonus episode: They Knew

August 5, 2022 –

I know, you might be surprised to see What Was That Like show up in your podcast feed today. New...

Courtney’s mom chose when to die

July 29, 2022 –

One of the most difficult things we go through in life is when a close friend or a family member...

Margy’s dad was a hoarder

July 15, 2022 –

I’m really happy to bring you this episode today, but it comes with a content warning, because it includes discussion...

Jen is a professional bridesmaid

July 1, 2022 –

If you’ve listened to this podcast for a while, you know we’ve covered a lot of pretty horrifying stories. Mass...

Evan was buried in an avalanche

June 17, 2022 –

These days, snowboarding is really popular in the colder climates, and of course everyone knows what it is. But it’s...

Kennedy hung from a power line

June 3, 2022 –

EMTs and other first responders see a lot of things. Sometimes, they arrive on scene and find a situation that...

Jill was kept in a basement

May 20, 2022 –

Content warning - this episode includes descriptions of sexual violence and domestic abuse. Listener discretion is advised. Continue ReadingJill was...

Tessi heard a tree fall

May 6, 2022 –

I live in a wonderful little town in Florida, called Safety Harbor. It’s in the Tampa Bay area. And one...

Jessica’s kidnappers demanded $45 million

April 22, 2022 –

I find it so interesting that sometimes we can take what seems to be a really small action, but it...

Jami was a juror in a murder trial

April 8, 2022 –

Like a lot of people these days, I work from home. But many years ago, I had a more traditional...

Adam saw no way out

March 25, 2022 –

Do you remember the movie called The Fugitive? Continue ReadingAdam saw no way out

Dee’s father crawled toward him

March 11, 2022 –

Right now, I’d like you to take a minute, and imagine this scenario. Continue ReadingDee’s father crawled toward him

Garrett was held hostage at knifepoint

February 25, 2022 –

Deral Dean Ritter. Probably not a name you’ve heard before. Continue ReadingGarrett was held hostage at knifepoint

Jeff’s arm was torn off

February 11, 2022 –

Remember back in the day, when everyone got up on Monday morning, and went to work? Continue ReadingJeff’s arm was...

Bill got a dreaded phone call

January 28, 2022 –

Sometimes, you see a phone call coming in and you just know that something bad has happened. Continue ReadingBill got...

CQ was shot in an ambush

January 14, 2022 –

I believe that people, for the most part, are good. When a tragedy happens, we want to help. Continue ReadingCQ...

Karen was attacked while hiking

December 31, 2021 –

As human beings, one of the things we crave is community. We need social interaction, and we want to feel...

Danny found a baby in the subway

December 17, 2021 –

The subway system in New York City is pretty impressive. Continue ReadingDanny found a baby in the subway

Amy’s office was bombed

December 3, 2021 –

On the morning of April 19, 1995, a former US Army soldier parked a rented Ryder truck in front of...

Barbie’s dog was stolen

November 19, 2021 –

As I walk or bike through my neighborhood, one of the saddest things I often see is a flyer stuck...