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Horribly Happy

Horribly Happy

By Horribly Happy

Two gal pals, Sophie and Jenna, take turns telling both horrible and happy stories. The podcast starts off with topics about horrendous moments in history, depressing stories, true crime, and mystery. After a horrible story is told, the hosts then go into a happy story. These topics are inspiring, uplifting, and heartwarming.
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8 - The Murdaugh Family Murders & The Inspirational Life of Swedish Activist Greta Thunberg

Horribly HappyJan 12, 2022

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57 - The Survival of Mary Vincent & The Dutch Grocery Store Fighting Loneliness

57 - The Survival of Mary Vincent & The Dutch Grocery Store Fighting Loneliness

Trigger Warning: Sexual Assualt

Jenna tells the incredible survival story of Mary Vincent.

Sophie shares how the Dutch grocery store Jumbo is implementing "slow checkout" lines to combat loneliness. 

Feb 08, 202337:17
56 - “Sins of Our Mother” Lori Vallow & Dinkie Flowers (101yr old) Shares Her Secrets

56 - “Sins of Our Mother” Lori Vallow & Dinkie Flowers (101yr old) Shares Her Secrets

Sophie explains the story of Lori Vallow, dubbed the “doomsday mom.” 

Jenna shares inspiring advice from Dinkie Flowers a 101-year-old dancer! 

Jan 25, 202301:02:07
55 - The Dakota 38 + 2 Execution & What Happens to the Trevi Fountain Coins

55 - The Dakota 38 + 2 Execution & What Happens to the Trevi Fountain Coins

Hosts Jenna and Sophie announce their podcast will come out biweekly now.

Jenna tells the story of the Dakota riders that embarked on a wintery trek to remember those hanged on December 26, 1862, in Mankato, Minnesota, upon President Abraham Lincoln’s order.

Sophie shared the details of what happens to the millions of coins that are thrown into the Trevie Fountain.

Jan 11, 202349:44
54 - Chanel Miller's Story (Survivor of the Brock Turner Attack) & Lionel Messi Soccer GOAT

54 - Chanel Miller's Story (Survivor of the Brock Turner Attack) & Lionel Messi Soccer GOAT

Hosts Sophie & Jenna begin the pod by giving an update on Idaho College Murders with suspect Bryan Kohberger arrested. 

Sophie then shares Chanel Miller's Story, who was the survivor of the Brocker Turner Attack.  

Jenna tells the story of the Argentinian soccer player, Lionel Messi.

Jan 04, 202301:00:45
Holiday Announcement

Holiday Announcement

We will be back in 2023 :)
Dec 21, 202200:23
53 - Otto Warmbier Held Hostage in North Korea & The History of Rockefeller Christmas Tree

53 - Otto Warmbier Held Hostage in North Korea & The History of Rockefeller Christmas Tree

Jenna shares the terribly sad story of Otto Warmbier, a US Citizen that was held hostage in North Korea.

Sophie shares the history of the Rockefeller Christmas Tree! 

Dec 14, 202258:44
52 - The Donner Party & Kennedy Littledike's Inspirational Recovery

52 - The Donner Party & Kennedy Littledike's Inspirational Recovery

Hosts Jenna and Sophie recap current events including Elizabeth Holme's conviction and the Idaho Murders.

Sophie shares the true story of The Donner Party, a group of American pioneers who migrated to California in the mid-1800s.

Jenna explains how teenager Kennedy Littledike lost her leg in a car accident and her inspirational recovery. 

Dec 07, 202254:18
51 - The 2011 Norway Massacre & A Unique Love Story

51 - The 2011 Norway Massacre & A Unique Love Story

Jenna shares the devastating and horrific story of the attacks in Oslo and Utøya Island, Norway in 2011.

Sophie tells the story of Andrew Mackenzie recovering from his coma and how he fell in love with his wife all over again. 

Nov 23, 202201:05:03
50 - The Unabomber & How Magic Mushrooms Helped Jim Harris (with guest host Jordan Bolger)

50 - The Unabomber & How Magic Mushrooms Helped Jim Harris (with guest host Jordan Bolger)

Horribly Happy celebrates its 50th episode!!! 

Guest Host, Jordan Bolger, tells the story of the Unabomber.

Jenna and Sophie share how Jim Harris, who was paralyzed, regained movement through Magic Mushrooms. 

Nov 16, 202201:08:34
49 - The Black Eyed Children & How MythBusters Helped Free an Innocent Man

49 - The Black Eyed Children & How MythBusters Helped Free an Innocent Man

Jenna shares the urban legend about the Black Eyed Children.

Sophie then tells how an episode of MythBusters helped free, John Galvan, an innocent man from prison. 

Nov 09, 202254:44
48 - The Disappearance of Josh Guimond & Día de los Muertos

48 - The Disappearance of Josh Guimond & Día de los Muertos

Host Jenna and Sophie give some updates on the Snapchat/Delphi Murders. 

Sophie shares the puzzling disappearance of Josh Guimond.

Jenna shares the history of Día de los Muertos.

Nov 02, 202253:03
47 - The Watcher House & How Listening to Music Benefits You

47 - The Watcher House & How Listening to Music Benefits You

Sophie and Jenna begin the pod recapping their weekend. 

Jenna shares the true life story of The Watcher House. 

Sophie then tells us how listening to music can benefit you psychologically! 

Oct 26, 202258:52
46 - The Salem Witch Trials & The Ice Bucket Challenge

46 - The Salem Witch Trials & The Ice Bucket Challenge

Sophie shares the strange and sad details of the Salem Witch Trials.

Jenna then tells about the good that has come from the viral Ice Bucket Challenge

Oct 19, 202249:05
45 - The Downfall of Armie Hammer & How Dogs are Protecting Cheetahs

45 - The Downfall of Armie Hammer & How Dogs are Protecting Cheetahs

Support Ted Bechtold's efforts in Ukraine by donating to Ted's Paypal: bechtoldted@yahoo.com

Follow his journey on Instagram: @tedbechtold

💙 💛 

During the pod, Jenna goes into the accusations against Armie Hammer.

Sophie shared how Dogs are being used to protect Cheetahs in India. 




Oct 12, 202253:31
44 - Jeffrey Dahmer & NASA Practices Saving Humanity

44 - Jeffrey Dahmer & NASA Practices Saving Humanity

Jenna and Sophie chat about Jenna's run update! 

Sophie then shares the horrendous story of Jeffrey Dahmer.

Jenna talks about NASA smashing a spacecraft into an asteroid to practice saving humanity.




Oct 05, 202201:04:07
43 - The Winchester Mystery House & The Transformation of Scruffy Urban Spaces

43 - The Winchester Mystery House & The Transformation of Scruffy Urban Spaces

Hosts Sophie and Jenna begin the pod by talking about their weekend wedding adventure. 

Jenna shares the troubling story of Sarah Winchester had the so-called Winchester Mystery Mansion built in San Jose to her bizarre specifications — in order to appease the ghosts she thought were haunting her.

Sophie tells us about the growing movement to rewild scruffy urban spaces.

Sep 28, 202251:13
42 - "Our Father" Dr. Donald Cline & Patagonia Founder Donates Company to the Earth

42 - "Our Father" Dr. Donald Cline & Patagonia Founder Donates Company to the Earth

Sophie and Jenna begin the pod by discussing breaking news about Adnan Syed.

Sophie tells the story about Dr. Donald Cline, who helped women with infertility and abused his power. 

Jenna then shares the news of Yvon Chouinard, the Patagonia founder, and his plan to donate his company to the Earth. 

Sep 21, 202201:09:15
41 - War of the Roses & Animals that Mate for Life

41 - War of the Roses & Animals that Mate for Life

Hosts Jenna and Sophie start the pod with the usual chitchat. 

Jenna shares the true historical true story of the bloody War of the Roses. This is the true story that inspired Game of Thrones. 

Sophie then goes into 8 different animal species that mate for life! 

Sep 14, 202250:12
40 - Gypsy Rose Blanchard (Victim of Munchausen by Proxy) & How Dogs Stole Our Hearts

40 - Gypsy Rose Blanchard (Victim of Munchausen by Proxy) & How Dogs Stole Our Hearts

Hosts Sophie and Jenna recap their experience at the MN State Fair! 

Sophie then tells the terrible story of Gypsy Rose Blanchard and her abusive mother. 

Jenna shares a study on how dogs stole humans' hearts. ❤️

Sep 07, 202250:57
39 - Death at the Ohio State Fair & Closing a Wasteful Fashion Loop

39 - Death at the Ohio State Fair & Closing a Wasteful Fashion Loop

Hosts Sophie and Jenna begin the pod with the usual chitchat. 

Jenna tells the horrible story of a ride that malfunctioned at the 2017 Ohio State Fair causing 1 death and 7 injuries. 

Sophie then shares the cool story of Teemill, a company with a circular economy model. 

Aug 31, 202251:01
38 - Kidnapped Twice!? (The Kidnapping of Jan Broberg) & The Biggest Climate Deal in History

38 - Kidnapped Twice!? (The Kidnapping of Jan Broberg) & The Biggest Climate Deal in History

Hosts Sophie & Jenna begin the pod by catching you up on their lives. 

Sophie then shares the odd and sad story of the Kidnapping of Jan Broberg.

Jenna explains how The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 is The Biggest Climate Deal in History!

Watch Hank Green's Climate Video 👇

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qw5zzrOpo2s

Aug 24, 202201:02:36
Announcement

Announcement

We’ll be back next week 🫶🏼
Aug 17, 202200:17
37 - The Delphi (Snapchat) Murders & Andy Grammer’s song Fresh Eyes

37 - The Delphi (Snapchat) Murders & Andy Grammer’s song Fresh Eyes

Sophie and Jenna begin the pod with the usual chitchat.

Jenna shares the story and new developments of the devastating Delphi/Snapchat Murders.

Sophie then shares the story behind Andy Grammer's song and music video Fresh Eyes. 

Aug 10, 202254:60
36 - UPDATES! Murdaugh Murders, Adnan Syed, Jon Benet Ramsey, Elizabeth Holmes & More
Aug 03, 202254:23
35 - Jeffrey Epstein's Terrible Story & The Journalist That's Been Walking Since 2013!
Jul 27, 202258:44
34 - The Puzzling Disappearance Of Walter Collins & An Unlikely Organ Donor

34 - The Puzzling Disappearance Of Walter Collins & An Unlikely Organ Donor

Host Sophie and Jenna catch up on some chit-chat. 

Jenna goes into the baffling disappearance of Walter Collins and another boy that reappeared claiming to be Walter.

Sophie then shares a tear-jerking organ donor story.

Jul 20, 202249:25
33 - Cult or Religion? Warren Jeff's FLDS Church & The Adventurous Latitude 35 Rowing Expedition
Jul 13, 202243:48
32 - Cruise Ship Disappearance of Amy Lynn Bradley & The Inspiring Life of Oprah Winfrey

32 - Cruise Ship Disappearance of Amy Lynn Bradley & The Inspiring Life of Oprah Winfrey

Sophie and Jenna begin the pod by discussing the overturning of Roe v Wade. Lighter topics are also discussed like Sophie's dating life. 

Jenna tells the story of Amy Lynn Bradley, who went missing from a cruise ship in 1998.

Sophie then shares Oprah Winfrey's inspiring life story.  

Jun 29, 202258:33
31 - The Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting & A Wholesome Spin on Let's Go Brandon

31 - The Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting & A Wholesome Spin on Let's Go Brandon

Hosts Jenna and Sophie begin the pod chitchat with special guest host Erin! 

Sophie explains the details behind the devastatingly tragic Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting.

Jenna then shares the story of Brandon Brundidge, who gave a wholesome spin on the phrase Let's Go Brandon.

Donate and learn more about gun violence solutions 👇

https://everytownresearch.org/

Jun 22, 202255:42
30 - The Mysterious Disappearance of Brandon Lawson & Morgan Freeman's New Hobby

30 - The Mysterious Disappearance of Brandon Lawson & Morgan Freeman's New Hobby

Hosts Jenna and Sophie begin the pod with the normal chitchat.

Jenna tells the story of the mysterious disappearance of Brandon Lawson and a new case update.

Sophie shares Morgan Freeman and his new hobby of beekeeping.

Jun 15, 202245:45
29 - Pride Month: The Stories of Allen R. Schindler & Marsha P. Johnson

29 - Pride Month: The Stories of Allen R. Schindler & Marsha P. Johnson

Hosts Jenna and Sophie open up the episode talking about their weekend adventure. 

Pride month is in full swing and the two stories feature important LGBTQ+ stories.

Sophie tells the story of US Navy Officer Allen R. Schindler, who was murdered for being gay.

Jenna shares the story of trailblazer Marsha P. Johnson, gay liberation and AIDS activist.

Jun 08, 202201:01:34
28 - Real Life Gone Girl (Denise Huskins)? & Sebastiao and Lelia Salgado's Fight Against Deforestation

28 - Real Life Gone Girl (Denise Huskins)? & Sebastiao and Lelia Salgado's Fight Against Deforestation

Hosts Jenna & Sophie discuss Memorial Day Weekend fun! 

Jenna tells the story of Denise Huskins' bizarre kidnapping which authorities refused to believe.

Sophie shared Sebastiao and Lelia Salgado's story and their fight against deforestation in Brazil.

Jun 01, 202248:34
27 - The Murder of JonBenet Ramsey & Autistic Nonspeaking Elizabeth Bonker's Story

27 - The Murder of JonBenet Ramsey & Autistic Nonspeaking Elizabeth Bonker's Story

Hosts Jenna and Sophie first discuss some personal chitchat. 

Sophie then goes into the Murder of JonBenet Ramsey.

Jenna Shares the story of Elizabeth Bonker, a nonspeaking valedictorian with autism that gave her college's commencement speech.

May 25, 202201:04:20
26 - The Chowchilla Bus Kidnapping & The Polio Vaccine

26 - The Chowchilla Bus Kidnapping & The Polio Vaccine

Hosts Jenna and Sophie get political and share their thoughts on the Roe V Wade draft decision.

Jenna then tells the crazy story of the 1967 Chowchilla bus kidnapping of 1 bus driver and 26 children.

Sophie shares the story of Jonas Salk and his contribution to modern medicine, including the Polio Vaccine. 

May 18, 202201:02:12
25 - The Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina & Endangered Red Wolf Pups Make a Comeback!

25 - The Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina & Endangered Red Wolf Pups Make a Comeback!

Hosts Jenna and Sophie cover the usual chitchat and Sophie has Covid. :(

Sophie tells the details of the devastating Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath.

Jenna explains how a litter of endangered red wolf pups was born in the wild for the first time in 4 years.

May 11, 202201:01:20
24 - The Tragic Murder of Mollie Tibbetts & TOMS Shoes and Their Philanthropic Efforts

24 - The Tragic Murder of Mollie Tibbetts & TOMS Shoes and Their Philanthropic Efforts

Sophie and Jenna chitchat about Jenna's Jury Duty experience.

Jenna then tells the story of the terrible and tragic murder of Mollie Tibbetts.

Sophie explains the company TOMS shoes and their philanthropic efforts throughout the years. 

May 04, 202259:41
23 - Wilderness Therapy Gone Wrong & How Dogs Can Understand Words and Emotions

23 - Wilderness Therapy Gone Wrong & How Dogs Can Understand Words and Emotions

Hosts Jenna and Sophie start off the pod by sharing funny moving stories. 

Sophie then tells the shocking allegations of Trinity Teen Solutions Boarding School.

Jenna shares how research shows dogs can understand words and emotions.

Apr 27, 202201:07:07
22 - The Mysterious Disappearance of Malaysia Flight 370 & The Incredible Story of Corrie ten Boom during WW2

22 - The Mysterious Disappearance of Malaysia Flight 370 & The Incredible Story of Corrie ten Boom during WW2

Host Jenna and Sophie begin the pod chatting about Coachella drama and their own spring/summer party plans! 

Jenna tells the story of the Mysterious Disappearance of Malaysia Flight 370 that occurred in 2014. 

Sophie talks about the story of Corrie ten Boom and the Boom House, who helped many Jewish people escape from the Nazies during the Holocaust in World War II.

Apr 20, 202201:08:56
21 - The Tragic History of Nebraska’s Genoa Indian School & The 50th Anniversary of Title IX

21 - The Tragic History of Nebraska’s Genoa Indian School & The 50th Anniversary of Title IX

Host Jenna and Sophie catch up and first discuss the famous Minneapolis Juicy Lucy. 

Sophie then tells the Tragic history of Nebraska’s Genoa Indian School.

Jenna shares the history of Title IX and how this is currently impacting Trans Athletes. 

Trans Rights Donation Link 👉  https://www.aclu.org/issues/lgbtq-rights/transgender-rights

Apr 13, 202201:13:04
20 - Heartbreaking Firsthand Stories From Ukraine & The First Successful Organ Transplant

20 - Heartbreaking Firsthand Stories From Ukraine & The First Successful Organ Transplant

🇺🇦 DONATION INFORMATION: Ted Bechtold is accepting donations to support his efforts via PayPal at bechtoldted@yahoo.com.
Jenna tells the heartbreaking firsthand stories of individuals in and around Ukraine. She features the efforts of Ted Bechtold, a Minnesota Native that was living in Ukraine. She also features the diary entry of Katya, a 16 years old girl from Mariupol, whose mother died in the basement.
Sophie then tells the incredible story of the first successful organ transplant and how it has progressed since.

🇺🇦 DONATION INFORMATION: Ted Bechtold is accepting donations to support his efforts via PayPal at bechtoldted@yahoo.com.
🇺🇦 OTHER UKRAINE RESOURCES: linktr.ee/RazomForUkraine
Apr 06, 202201:01:29
19 - The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann & Russian Journalist's Dmitry Muratov Inspiring Story

19 - The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann & Russian Journalist's Dmitry Muratov Inspiring Story

Hosts Jenna and Sophie are back in action starting the pod with all your favorite chit-chat.

Sophie then covers the baffling case of the Disappearance of Madeleine McCann.

Jenna dives into Dmitry Muratov, Russian Journalist and 2021 Nobel Peace Prize winner.

🇺🇦 UKRAINE RESOURCES: https://linktr.ee/RazomForUkraine 


Mar 30, 202259:08
18 - The Rise and Fall of Elizabeth Holmes & The Inspirational Story of Terry Fox

18 - The Rise and Fall of Elizabeth Holmes & The Inspirational Story of Terry Fox

Hosts Sophie and Jenna start the podcast with their usual chit-chat.

Jenna then tells the story of the Rise and Fall of Elizabeth Holmes, an American former biotechnology entrepreneur who was convicted of criminal fraud.

Sophie shares the inspiring story of Terry Fox, a Canadian athlete, humanitarian, and cancer research activist.

Mar 23, 202201:17:24
17 - The Murder of Hae Min Lee and unfair trial of Adnan Syed & Celebrating Women's History Month!

17 - The Murder of Hae Min Lee and unfair trial of Adnan Syed & Celebrating Women's History Month!

🇺🇦 UKRAINE RESOURCES: https://linktr.ee/RazomForUkraine

Hosts Jenna and Sophie reconnect after a few weeks! Jenna is currently stuck in Ireland with Covid (she's fine). 

Sophie covers the terrible murder of Hae Min Lee and the questionable conviction of Adnan Syed.

Jenna covers some of the history of Women's History Month including Abigail Adams, Susan B. Anthony, Sojourner Truth, Rosa Parks, and Claudette Colvin.

Mar 16, 202201:22:32
16 - Short Stories with Soph

16 - Short Stories with Soph

Host Sophie is going solo this week on the podcast starting off by giving an update on her past vacation and a shout out to the Bachelor.

Sophie then tells a series of short stories, both horrible and happy and gives her two cents.

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Mar 09, 202221:28
15 - The Tragic Missteps of the Chung/Gerrish Family Hike & The Tham Luang Cave Rescue

15 - The Tragic Missteps of the Chung/Gerrish Family Hike & The Tham Luang Cave Rescue

Hosts Sophie and Jenna begin the pod by talking about their own favorite podcasts.

Jenna then tells the story of the tragic missteps that killed a young California family, Chung, Gerrishon, their baby, and their dog, on a hike.

Sophie then describes the incredible Tham Luang Cave Rescue.

Mar 02, 202201:10:10
14 - The Kidnapping and Murder of Jacob Wetterling & 90 Years Old Dick Dreselly’s Mount Washington Hike

14 - The Kidnapping and Murder of Jacob Wetterling & 90 Years Old Dick Dreselly’s Mount Washington Hike

The 2 hosts, Jenna and Sophie, Begin the podcast discussing some updates and a few hot takes.

Sophie then details the Infamous Murder and Kidnapping of Jacob Wetterling, which this close to home for both hosts.

Jenna tells the incredible story of 90 year old Dick Dreselly's hike up Mount Washington, the highest peak in the Northeastern United States.

Feb 23, 202201:01:56
13 - The Disappearance of Brian Shaffer & The Inspiring Olympic appearance by Eric Moussambani

13 - The Disappearance of Brian Shaffer & The Inspiring Olympic appearance by Eric Moussambani

Hosts Jenna and Sophie chitchat about life to begin the pod. Sophie dives into her fascinating alphabet synesthesia.

Jenna covers the mysterious and baffling disappearance of Brian Shaffer. 

Sophie describes the inspiring story of Olympian Eric Moussambani.


Have info on Brian's disappearance? Please contact Central Ohio Crimestoppers at 1-877-645-8477.

Feb 16, 202201:06:56
12 - Black History Month: The Horrible Lynching of Emmett Till & The Inspiring Real Stories Behind the Book/Movie "Hidden Figures"

12 - Black History Month: The Horrible Lynching of Emmett Till & The Inspiring Real Stories Behind the Book/Movie "Hidden Figures"

Sophie and Jenna are back at it again! They start the pod with the usual chit-chat.

To honor Black History Month, the hosts cover important stories featuring history-changing black individuals.

Sophie covers the awful Lynching of Emmet Till.

Jenna explains the real-life stories behind the Hidden Figures Book/Movie, featuring Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Christine Darden.


Feb 09, 202201:06:06
11 - Exploring the Horrible & Happy stories of Reddit!

11 - Exploring the Horrible & Happy stories of Reddit!

Host Jenna and Guest Co-Host Zach begin the episode chatting and discussing the new Wordle craze.

Jenna then dives into some horrible and happy stories found on Reddit. Jenna and Zach give their takes on the stories. 

Feb 02, 202201:00:08
10 - Meet The Wendigo, The Cannibalistic Beast Of Native American Folklore & The Love Story Behind The Taj Mahal

10 - Meet The Wendigo, The Cannibalistic Beast Of Native American Folklore & The Love Story Behind The Taj Mahal

Hosts Jenna and Sophie answer listener questions and then explore the updates of the Gabby Petito/Brian Laundrie case.

Jenna explains the origins of the Wendigo, the Cannibalistic beast of Native American Folklore.

Sophie then dives into the Love Story behind the Taj Mahal.

Jan 26, 202201:01:57