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So THIS Happened...
“So THIS Happened…” is the podcast version of catching up with your most unfiltered friend over wine. Each week, Jen and Rachel dive into personal mishaps, past memories, local happenings, weird habits, and whatever else pops up — including the occasional celebrity headline we just have to talk about. It’s casual, it’s chaotic, and it’s all real.
Episodes
So THIS Happened...Episode 66 : In Depthly
Send us Fan Mail On Episode 66 of So THIS Happened, the Wichita podcast hosted by Jen Cole and Rachel Chappelle, the Sip Squad gets a head-to-head This or…
So THIS Happened...Episode 65 : Kolsch & Quiet
Send us Fan Mail So THIS Happened, the Wichita podcast hosted by Jen Cole and Rachel Chappelle, packed up the mics and hit the road for Episode 65…
So THIS Happened...Episode 64 : A Haunting Figure
Send us Fan Mail A Haunting Figure So THIS Happened, the Wichita podcast hosted by Jen Cole and Rachel Chappelle, is back at studio number one (Jen’s dining…
So THIS Happened...Episode 63 : Turn Your Burner Down
Send us Fan Mail Chef Audra Bell of NICHE, the National Institute for Culinary and Hospitality Education at WSU Tech, joins Jen Cole and Rachel Chappelle on So…
So THIS Happened...Episode 62 : A Place Where the Misfits Fit
Send us Fan Mail So THIS Happened is Wichita's podcast for real talk, local culture, and the occasional Taylor Swift spiral — and this week, hosts Jen Cole and…
So THIS Happened...Episode 61 : Fair Words
Send us Fan Mail Episode 61 Show Notes — Fair Words Featuring Katy Munden Hays of Alegria Fair — recorded live at GROW Plant Bar So THIS Happened, Wichita's…
So THIS Happened...Episode 60 : Say Yes to Yourself First
Send us Fan Mail So THIS Happened is Wichita's podcast for real talk, real stories, and the occasional glass of wine — and this week Jen Cole and Rachel…
So THIS Happened...Episode 59 : Cool Girls Have Cool Jobs
Send us Fan Mail So THIS Happened is Wichita's podcast for real talk, local culture, and the occasional Taylor Swift spiral — and this week hosts Jen Cole and…
So THIS Happened...Episode 58 : Cultivate Wichita
Send us Fan Mail Cultivating Wichita So THIS Happened — Wichita's local culture and personal growth podcast, hosted by Jen Cole and Rachel Chappelle — traded…
So THIS Happened...Episode 57 : Do It Scared
Send us Fan Mail This week's Sip Squad Session brings So THIS Happened — Jen Cole and Rachel Chappelle's Wichita podcast for real talk, local culture, and the…
So THIS Happened...Episode 56 : Do it Lady, A Season 1 Throwback
Send us Fan Mail This week, life happened — Rachel was in a car accident and is resting up (she's okay, just needs some downtime), so Jen hopped on solo for a…
So THIS Happened...Episode 55 : Don't Give a Chic
Send us Fan Mail It's the dead center of August in Wichita, and So THIS Happened hosts Jen Cole and Rachel Chappelle are living squarely in "the in-between" —…
So THIS Happened...Episode 54 : Well-Rounded & Brain Sounded
Send us Fan Mail So THIS Happened, the Wichita, Kansas podcast hosted by Jen Cole and Rachel Chappelle, is back with something new: for the first time all of…
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Episode 53 : A Fighter Named Milani
Send us Fan Mail So THIS Happened is Wichita's podcast for real talk, local culture, and the occasional Taylor Swift spiral — and this week, Jen Cole and…
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Episode 52 : Pencil Before the Paint
Send us Fan Mail So THIS Happened is Wichita's podcast for real talk, local culture, and the occasional glass of bubbles — and this episode marks a first: our…
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Episode 51: Many Hats, Many Tales, One Squad
Send us Fan Mail Season 2 of the Wichita podcast So THIS Happened kicks off with hosts Jen Cole and Rachel Chappelle, joined by Wichita entrepreneur Dr…
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Episode 50 : Down the Rabbit Hole We Go
Send us Fan Mail Episode fifty. FIFTY. And we went out exactly the way we started — just the two of us, a bottle of wine, and absolutely no shortage of things…
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Episode 49 : Long Live the Sip Squad
Send us Fan Mail This episode is the one before the one. Just Jen and Rachel, a charcuterie board from Aldi, and nearly a full season of memories to look back…
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Episode 48 : Live From Riverfest
Send us Fan Mail So THIS Happened went live. Like, actually live. Main Stage at Wichita Riverfest live. Episode 48 is Jen and Rachel recording in real time on…
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Episode 47 : Yes, But
Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Episode 47 — Yes, But Hosted by Jen Cole & Rachel Chappelle This episode is sponsored by Vu Events — Wichita's magic makers. Cheers to…
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Episode 46 : Perfectly Un-Perfect
Send us Fan Mail This episode is sponsored by Vu Events! Whatever you’re celebrating, Jovana and her team have the vision to make it unforgettable. Find them…
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Episode 45 : Main Stage Era
Send us Fan Mail This episode is sponsored by Vu Events! Whether it’s a corporate gathering, a wedding, or the celebration of a lifetime, Jovana and her team…
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Episide 44 : Entering In
Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ EPISODE 44 — "Entering In" Featuring Krissy Buck, Chair of Digital Wichita ───────────────────────────────── This episode is sponsored by…
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Episode 43 : Reputation Precedes Her
Send us Fan Mail No guest. Just Jen and Rachel, a bottle of rosé, some very big news, and the return of one of the OG segments. Episode 43 has a lot going on…
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Episode 42 : Two Shuttlecocks & Elizabeth Taylor
Send us Fan Mail Episode 42 is a just-us episode — and honestly? Those are some of our favorites. Road trips, boutique hotels, anniversary adventures, Record…
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Episode 41 : Permission Granted
Send us Fan Mail This week's episode went somewhere really special. Jen and Rachel sit down with Jennifer Short — hairdresser, breathwork facilitator, Human…
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Episode 40 : Champagne & '22' Energy
Send us Fan Mail We did something a little… unexpected this time. We went LIVE. 🎥✨ Before Episode 39 even dropped (lol), we decided to test new software, hit…
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Episode 39: Boots, Bingo and Blood Cancer Awareness
Send us Fan Mail This week on So THIS Happened, we’re recording live from Home2 Suites in Delano with the incredible Jamie Seipel, Director of Sales for Home2…
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Episode 38 : Behind the Glam - Stories That Matter
Send us Fan Mail 🥂 In This Episode This week, we’re stepping into the spotlight and pulling back the curtain… Jen shares her experience seeing Hadestown (and…
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Episode 37 : Big Ideas, Midwest Energy
Send us Fan Mail 🍷 Episode Summary What if the next big idea didn’t come from Silicon Valley… but from right here in Wichita? In this episode, we sit down with…
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Episode 36 : Sequins Are Forever
Send us Fan Mail Cheers to Episode 36! This week’s episode unexpectedly turned into a celebration of live performance, unforgettable nights out and the artists…
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Episode 35 : Spirited Ambition
Send us Fan Mail This week, we recorded from the upstairs loft at The Depot (shoutout to Jeff and those $10 Sunday pizzas 🙌) and welcomed Kiah and Bella of…
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Episode 34 : Uncorked and 30
Send us Fan Mail Cheers to 30, messy growth and being slightly unhinged on purpose Rachel turns 30 this week and we are absolutely uncorking for it. In this…
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Episode 33: Built With Love (And a DJ Booth)
Send us Fan Mail In this heart-forward episode of So THIS Happened…, Jen and Rachel sit down with longtime friend and event planner extraordinaire Jovana Vu at…
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Episode 32 : Self-Trust Is the Main Character
Send us Fan Mail Love Letters to the Self, the City and the Night (with GHOSTGIRL) This Valentine’s-week episode is a love letter — not to romance, but to…
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Episode 31 : Free Will Looks Good On You
Send us Fan Mail Guest: Kari, Founder of Happy Camper Hat Company Recorded at: Bubbles Champagne Bar inside The Workroom (Ballroom Collective) Crafting…
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Episode 30 : Messy is Our Polish
Send us Fan Mail Episode 30: Messy Is Our Polish (aka 30.2) Sometimes the best episodes don’t go exactly as planned… and sometimes that’s the whole point. In…
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Episode 29 : Mirrorballs and Milestones
Send us Fan Mail Episode 29: Mirrorballs & Milestones Water for Elephants, vinyl nights, Taylor Swift truths and celebrating moments that shimmer This week…
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Episode 28 : An Era of Becoming Pt. 2
Send us Fan Mail Some weeks feel louder than others. This one felt deeper. In Episode 28, Jen and Rachel return to the theme of Becoming — not as a…
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Episode 27 : An Era of Becoming
Send us Fan Mail Some weeks don’t just happen — they quietly shape you. In this episode, Jen and Rachel step into what they’re calling An Era of Becoming: a…
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Episode 26 : Jumping Into 2026
Send us Fan Mail We’re kicking off 2026 in real time — recording and releasing this episode on New Year’s Day. In this episode, we reflect on the holidays…
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Episode 25 : The Magic of Holiday Glow
Send us Fan Mail Episode 25: The Art of the Holiday Glow Merry Christmas! Episode 25 lands on December 25, and we’re leaning all the way into the holiday…
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Episode 24 : The Art of Anticipation
Send us Fan Mail Episode 24: The Art of Anticipation In this cozy, end-of-year episode, Jen and Rachel explore The Art of Anticipation — that sweet space…
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Episode 23 : The Magic of the Nutcracker
Send us Fan Mail In this special holiday episode, we sit down with Brent McNulty and Annika Wooten of Ballet Wichita to explore the magic, tradition, and…
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Episode 22 : The Art of the Easy Yes
Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ So THIS Happened… Episode 22: The Art of the Easy Yes In this soul-filling, belly-laughing, 2000s-playlist-powered episode, Jen and Rachel…
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Episode 21 : The Art of Gnomecoming
Send us Fan Mail Episode 21: The Art of Gnomecoming Recorded in the original Hopping Gnome Brewery ✨ This week, we're back where so many creative stories…
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Episode 20 : The Art of Belonging
Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ So THIS Happened — Episode 20: The Art of Belonging Recorded at: Harvester Arts, Wichita, KS Guest: Kristin Beal — Executive Director &…
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Episode 19 : The Art of Gratitude
Send us Fan Mail From cozy cleaning sprees and hotel stays to Thanksgiving dishes (the good, the bad, and the gelatinous), this episode is full of laughter…
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Episode 18 : The Art of Fall, Friendship, and Full Hearts
Send us Fan Mail Episode Summary: In this lively reunion episode, Jen and Rachel catch up after a busy few weeks apart, sharing stories from Halloween…
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Episode 17: Dorothy, Dracula & The Art of Goodbyes
Send us Fan Mail "When you show up for your community, you never know what magic will unfold—cheers to velvet nights, final bows, and new beginnings!" Episode…
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Episode 16 : A Spark of Intention: Conversations with Jenni of Her Edit Candles
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another cozy, intentional, and laughter-filled episode of "So This Happened"! In Episode 16, your hosts are joined by the inspiring…
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Episode 15: The Soundtrack of Showing Up
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to “So This Happened” with Jen and Rachel! This week, we’re diving deep into the art of showing up—whether it’s for friends…
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Episode 14 : Pumpkin Spice, Serendipity, and a Side of Brewery Math
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back, friends! In this episode, Jen and Rachel take you on a whirlwind tour of their fall weekend adventures, packed with local…
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Episode 13: The Verdict is In - Recharging is Essential
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Episode 13 of "So This Happened"—and this one’s a breath of fresh air! Join us as we uncork a bottle of "The Verdict" (spooky label…
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Episode 12: Do It Anyway - Friendship, Change & Wichita Stories
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another heartfelt and hilarious episode of So This Happened with your favorite hosts, Jen and Rachel! This week, the duo dives…
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Episode 11: Cookie in the Pocket, Martini in Hand
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to “So This Happened!” In Episode 11, Jen and Rachel are back with their signature blend of laughter, storytelling, and local…
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Episode 10: Pumpspresso Martinis with Ethan
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to a milestone episode! Jen and Rachel celebrate their 10th show with gratitude, laughter, and a special guest appearance by master…
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Episode 9: Crowd-Surfing Into Fall
Send us Fan Mail Opening: Welcoming Vibes & Community Shoutouts Jen and Rachel kick off the episode with excitement about reaching episode nine and their new…
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Episode 8: Lanterns, Lattes, and a Salem Surprise
Send us Fan Mail Episode 8: Lanterns, Lattes, and a Salem Surprise Welcome back to another lively episode of "So This Happened" with Jen and Rachel! In Episode…
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Episode 7: Scammed, Stretched, and Still Unbothered
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another week of “So This Happened”! In Episode 7, Jen and Rachel catch up on life, share laughs, and dive into some real talk…