What Was That Like - True Stories. Real People.

What Was That Like - True Stories. Real People.

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 side.

Episodes

Scott's new show - Did I Hear That Right?

July 31, 2026 • 31 mins
I have something brand new for you today. I have started a new storytelling podcast! The new show is called Did I Hear That Right? And I’m co-hosting it with my friend Glenn. For this new podcast, each episode we’re gonna have a guest come on and tell the story of something they’ve done, that most other people have never done. And these stories are all crazy, and they’re fun to listen to. No traum...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

263: Larry gave away everything

July 24, 2026 • 72 mins
I want to tell you about my friend Larry. Larry is pretty well known in the podcast world as a content creator, a consultant, and a subject matter expert for journalists. I’ve seen lots of times where he’s appeared on local and national TV shows, talking about podcasting as well as AI – he’s been on the forefront of how to use AI for personal and business productivity. And he’s been a sought-after k...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

TQ68: What was a time when you wish you had spoken up?

July 21, 2026 • 46 mins
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 was a time when you wish you had spoken up? Links for this episode: Lactaid: https://www.lactaid.com/ Cabot cheese:https://cabotcreamery.com/ Fred gets his mower:https://youtu.be/4X61n8bNl0k?si=3zslYydbUnoakJJO ...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

262: Jami was the jury foreman

July 17, 2026 • 94 mins
One of my favorite movies is Twelve Angry Men. The original was made in 1957 starring Henry Fonda, then it was remade for TV in 1997 starring Jack Lemmon. It’s a true-crime courtroom drama, but most of the action takes place in the jury deliberation room for a murder trial. I think both versions are pretty good. But we know how Hollywood likes to play up the drama and the theatrics, and what we see on the screen is ente...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

261: Patrick broke his neck

July 10, 2026 • 64 mins
I’ve never had an injury that was serious enough to be what I would think of as “life changing” but some people have. It’s a pretty deep idea to think about. I came across this post online recently. Here’s what this woman wrote: I experienced a life changing injury 6 months ago, which has left me very physically disabled and in excruciating pain 24/7. I am waiting for scans in the next month, aft...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

TQ67: What was the best surprise you've ever arranged?

July 7, 2026 • 32 mins
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 was the best surprise you've ever arranged? Links for this episode: There actually is a podcast called Rebeccamendations (but the most recent episode was 3 years ago) - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZmgyCh0mRyql7crPTUevr ...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

STAS 17: Utsa

July 3, 2026 • 29 mins
Utsa Get every episode ad-free, AND get all the Raw Audio exclusive episodes to binge, by joining the other listeners at What Was That Like PLUS. Try What Was That Like PLUS free: iPhone: at the top of the What Was That Like podcast feed, click on “Try free” Android: on your phone, go to WhatWasThatLike.com/PLUS and click to try it free on any app Sponsor deals: Visit AuraFrames.com and use promo code WHATWA...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

260: Raw Audio full episode

June 26, 2026 • 43 mins
This is Scott, host of the show. On most episodes of What Was That Like, we talk to a regular person who has been through something extremely unusual – like a rattlesnake bite, a plane crash, a housefire rescue – we have more than 250 episodes with those kinds of stories. Today’s episode has several incredible stories, but it’s a little different. You may have heard me talk about the Raw Audio episo...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

TQ66: What makes you CRINGE every time you hear someone say it?

June 23, 2026 • 35 mins
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 CRINGE every time you hear someone say it? Links for this episode: Voxer - https://www.voxer.com/ Walmart Plus - https://www.walmart.com/plus Meredith’s podcast is The Curious Introvert: https://M...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

259: Emily was caught by airport security

June 19, 2026 • 72 mins
Do you remember the TV show called Locked Up Abroad? It’s no longer in active production, but you can still see past seasons on some different platforms like Hulu and Apple TV. Every episode of the show was a true story of someone who was traveling outside their own country. Actually I seem to recall that most of the people were Americans traveling outside the US. And they would make a really bad decision to do something l...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

258: T saved her dog

June 12, 2026 • 54 mins
I have two children, one boy and one girl. Actually they’re not children, they’re adults and they’re on their own now of course. But I still have a couple of young lives that I’m responsible for. I’m talking about my two dogs, Lilly and Fenway, they are both Yorkies, and obviously I would do anything for those little pups. They’re actually getting up there in dog years now – they&rsquo...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

TQ65: What's the nicest thing a stranger has done for you?

June 9, 2026 • 43 mins
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's the nicest thing a stranger has done for you? Links for this episode: The Wet Taco: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Wet-Taco-61552268228210/ Just Watch:https://JustWatch.com Be My Eyes: https://www.bemyeyes.com/ ...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

STAS 16: Dalia Dippolito

June 5, 2026 • 22 mins
Dalia wanted everything for herself but one thing was in the way: her husband Michael. Sponsor deals: Visit www.functionhealth.com/WHATWAS or use gift code WHATWAS25 for a $25 credit toward your membership. Visit AuraFrames.com and use promo code WHATWAS at checkout to get $45 off. If you’re 21 or older, get 25% OFF your first order + free shipping @IndaCloud with code [WHATWAS] at https://inda.shop/[WHATWAS]! #ind...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

257: Mae's ex-husband went to prison

May 29, 2026 • 74 mins
Have you ever had a really big vision of doing something, and then the way it turned out was actually very different from what you had planned? I think this is almost universal for us as humans. Think back to when you were a teenager. You probably had some ideas about becoming an adult and what that would look like. What kind of career you might have, or not. Finding a partner if you wanted one. Thinking about being a parent, or...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

TQ64: What's an animal you'd love as a pet - even if it's unrealistic?

May 26, 2026 • 40 mins
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's an animal you'd love as a pet - even if it's unrealistic? Links for this episode: The Earth Species Project – decoding the language of other animals: https://earthspecies.org/ The Magic To-Do List: https://goblin.t...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

256: Courtney was able to say goodbye

May 22, 2026 • 86 mins
Today’s episode deals with a controversial question: Should a person be legally allowed to get medical assistance to end their own life? And keep in mind, this usually pertains to someone who is terminally ill, and who is also mentally and emotionally stable enough to make that decision on their own. Here in the US, most states still do not allow it. But Medical Assistance in Dying is legal in all of Canada. That’...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

255: Jayson prevented a murder

May 15, 2026 • 62 mins
One of the things that makes this life so interesting is that something can happen that’s life-changing, when you least expect it. I mean, you’re just going about your day – stopping at the grocery store, or putting gas in your car, just a routine day. Then something totally unexpected happens, right in front of you. I remember one time when I was just on my way to work in the morning. Just driving on this r...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

TQ63: What makes you weird?

May 12, 2026 • 36 mins
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? Links for this episode: Meredith’s episode on circumcision: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-310-american-circumcision-preference-or-cultural/id1483941440?i=1000727817532 A scene from Friends ...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

STAS 15: LaVena Johnson

May 8, 2026 • 19 mins
The Army claims LaVena Johnson took her own life. The evidence suggests otherwise. Sponsor deals: Visit www.functionhealth.com/WHATWAS or use gift code WHATWAS25 for a $25 credit toward your membership. Visit AuraFrames.com and use promo code WHATWAS at checkout to get $45 off. If you’re 21 or older, get 25% OFF your first order + free shipping @IndaCloud with code [WHATWAS] at https://inda.shop/[WHATWAS]! #indaclo...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

254: Elaina was friends with Mickey

May 1, 2026 • 63 mins
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 crashes, mass shootings, animal attacks, and lots more. And it’s not all trauma stories – we have some happy ones too. But sometimes we change ...
Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Popular Podcasts

    Hey Jonas!

    Hey Jonas!

    Hey Jonas! The official Jonas Brothers podcast. Hosted by Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas. It’s the Jonas Brothers you know... musicians, actors, and well, yes, brothers. Now, they’re sharing another side of themselves in the playful, intimate, and irreverent way only they can. Spend time with the Jonas Brothers here and stay a little bit longer for deep conversations like never before.

    Stuff You Should Know

    Stuff You Should Know

    If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.

    Dateline NBC

    Dateline NBC

    Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

    Betrayal Weekly

    Betrayal Weekly

    Betrayal Weekly is back for a new season. Every Thursday, Betrayal Weekly shares first-hand accounts of broken trust, shocking deceptions, and the trail of destruction they leave behind. Hosted by Andrea Gunning, this weekly ongoing series digs into real-life stories of betrayal and the aftermath. From stories of double lives to dark discoveries, these are cautionary tales and accounts of resilience against all odds. From the producers of the critically acclaimed Betrayal series, Betrayal Weekly drops new episodes every Thursday. If you would like to share your story, you can reach out to the Betrayal Team by emailing them at betrayalpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram at @betrayalpod and @glasspodcasts. Please join our Substack for additional exclusive content, curated book recommendations, and community discussions. Sign up FREE by clicking this link Beyond Betrayal Substack. Join our community dedicated to truth, resilience, and healing. Your voice matters! Be a part of our Betrayal journey on Substack.

    The Breakfast Club

    The Breakfast Club

    The World's Most Dangerous Morning Show, The Breakfast Club, With DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, And Charlamagne Tha God!

Advertise With Us
Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

Explore

iHeart

Live Radio

Podcasts

Artist Radio

Exclusives

News

Features

Events

Contests

Photos

Information

About

Advertise

Blog

Brand Guidelines

Contest Guidelines

Subscription Offers

Jobs

Get the App

Automotive

Home

Wearables

© 2026 iHeartMedia, Inc.

  • Help
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • AdChoicesAd Choices