The Week That Was Podcast
Welcome to The Week That Was, the podcast where J.R., Launa, and Kevin give you an insider’s look at the week that just went down on 99.5 QYK in Tampa. Join the krewe as they break down the best moments, the funniest bloopers, and the behind-the-scenes drama that you didn’t get to hear on-air. From country music news to unfiltered stories from the radio world, they’ll give you the lowdown on everything that went down each week. Whether you’re a loyal listener or a first-time fan, you’ll get a full-access pass to the team’s world, with a healthy dose of laughs along the way. Tune in for your weekly dose of fun and all things QYK. Enjoy the show!
Episodes
1. Dry January & Drinking Habits
- Discussion of Dry January and personal choices around alcohol
- Launa explains why she didn’t commit to Dry January
- Drinking in moderation (1–2 times a week)
- Wine/cocktails as a way to wind down
- Parenting stress, noise, and needing a mental break
- Humor around being “stocked up” with alcohol and the beer fridge
- Comparison of different household drinking habits
- Acknowledgment that everyone cope...
1. Opening Banter & Holiday Drinking
- Casual holiday check-in
- Jokes about drinking habits and “too many Tito’s”
- Lighthearted discussion about wanting the holidays to end to “give the liver a break”
- Establishes tone: humorous, conversational, relatable
2. Holiday Travel & Family Plans
- Traveling to Texas for Christmas
- Weather contrast: cold vs. mid-70s, no snow
- Memories of rare Texas snowstorms
- Discussion about ...
SEGMENT 1 — “Buying Christmas for Tampa Bay Families”
A. Overview of the station’s holiday tradition
- Recapping two weeks of giving away money to listeners in need
- Emphasis on tough times: cost of living, job losses, struggling families
B. Introducing Bentley’s Story
- Who Bentley is: a volunteer guardian ad litem
- What guardians ad litem do:
- Advocate for foster children
- Ensure safety, check living conditions
- Speak for chi...
SEGMENT 1: J.R.’S KEY WEST BACHELOR PARTY
Setup
· J.R. went to a bachelor party in Key West
· Group of ~15 guys
· Stayed in a “compound-like” house
o Huge, multiple kitchens, pool, slept tons of people
Chaos Ensues
1. The Lost Guy Episode
· &n...
SEGMENT 1 — LAUNA’S THANKSGIVING & WEEKEND
A. Thanksgiving Day
· Spent Thanksgiving at Paul’s brother Neil’s house in Odessa.
· First Thanksgiving as a Stringfield.
· 25 people, lots of food.
· Realization: No one said the blessing.
B. Thur...
Segment 1: Motley Crue Backstage Stories
Opening Question:
- “So, Launa, you said you didn’t want to talk about this… but we’re going there!”
Talking Points:
- Life at 18-19 years old: “Things were different back then.”
- Drinking age debate: Wisconsin vs. Minnesota.
- The concert experience:
- First night: too drunk, missed the show.
- Second night: redemption attempt.
- Losing friends in the chaos: “Audra went this way, LJ went t...
SEGMENT 1: One Week Married — Does Anything Feel Different?
Discussion Prompts
· Launa says she feels no different
· Living together for 7 years already
· Any new expectations from Paul?
· Still in the “honeymoon stage”
Name Change Chaos
· ...
1. INTRO
Hosts: J.R. and Kevin
· Quick greeting and setup: “So… where’s Lana?”
· Reveal the big news: Launa is getting married — this weekend!
· Mention that this couldn’t be discussed on-air before because she wanted privacy.
· Tone setup: Ex...
1. SEGMENT ONE — The Week That Was Highlights
- Montage or recap clip reel: highlights, lowlights, and bloopers from the week’s radio show.
- Transition: “One thing that didn’t make it into the reel — we have to talk about ‘The Bird Theory.’”
2. SEGMENT TWO — The Bird Theory
Topic: Viral TikTok trend testing how attentive your partner is.
Setup:
- Explain the trend: Say “I saw a bird today” to your significant other a...
SEGMENT 1: The Week That Was
SEGMENT 2: Sports Talk — “Who Is Shohei Ohtani?”
- Premise: Launa learns about baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani.
- Flow:
- Mispronunciations: “O’Shea,” “Shohane.”
- J.R. and Kevin coach her: “Show… hey… Ohtani!”
- Discussion about his dual-threat talent — pitching and hitting.
- Comparisons to Babe Ruth and his $700M contract.
- Talk about the language barrier and his translator on the mound.
- End: Launa decla...
SEGMENT 1: The Week That Was (1:00–5:00)
SEGMENT 2: Megan Moroney: The Next Taylor Swift? (05:00–10:00)
- Pig Jig event preview + Megan Moroney performance
- Is she on the path to superstardom?
- J.R. & Launa break down why she might be the next big thing:
- Great songwriter
- Fashionable, relatable, snarky, positive role model
- Appeals to multiple generations (like Taylor Swift & ...
1. 🕺 Cop Crashes a Party… To Dance?!
· Cop responds to a noise complaint
· Ends up joining the dance circle!
· Discussion: “Coolest cop experiences”
2. 🚨 Party Busted: Launa’s Teen Party Stories
· Parties while parents were away snowshoe...
1) Highlights, Lowlights & Bloopers Reel (0:00–4:00)
· Play rapid-fire clips/text recap of the week’s funniest/most awkward moments.
· Include the a cappella / Jason Aldean guessing game clip — set up as a listener challenge.
· Host banter after each clip — quick reactions, one-liner...
Intro – Welcome to the Podcast
- Greeting from J.R., Launa, and Kevin
- Reminder of the weekday morning show
- What to expect in the episode:
- Highlights, lowlights, bloopers
- Extra content not aired during the week
Segment 1 – The Week That Was
· Highlights, lowlights, bloopers
· Extra content not aired during the week
Segment 2 – Date Night Drama: Launa vs. Monday Night Football
- Launa shares a story about a fa...
🔹 INTRO (0:00 - 0:30)
· Welcome from J.R., Launa & Kevin
· Purpose of the podcast:
o Recap the best, worst, and funniest moments from the week
o Share behind-the-scenes stories and extended conversations
o “This is why it’s The Week That Was!”
🔹 SEGMENT 1: Show Highlights, Low...
🎧 Intro
- Welcome listeners
- Hosts introduce themselves: Jr., Launa, Kevin
- Quick preview of the episode:
- Weekly wrap-up
- BTS of QYK Guitar Pull
- Fun stories, artist moments, bloopers
- Special announcements
📼 Segment 1: The Week That Was
- Recap montage:
- Highlights and lowlights from the week
- Bloopers and best moments
- Funny outtakes
�...
🎙️ Podcast Outline: The Week That Was
Hosts: J.R., Launa, Kevin
Episode Theme: Wedding Planning, Boomer Habits, Football, and Chaos on the Dance Floor
SEGMENT 1: 🎉 The Week That Was Highlights Reel (1:00–4:30)
- Audio montage or discussion of the best and worst moments from the week.
- Bloopers, off-air moments, and funny clips.
SEGMENT 2: 💍 Launa’s Wedding Planning Chronicles (4:30–13:40)
Subtopics:
- Aver...
Podcast Outline: “The Week That Was” (Feat. J.R., Launa & Kevin)
Title: Batman Pajamas & Bus Stop Drama – The Week That Was
Hosts: J.R, Launa. & Kevin
Guest: Kristin (brief call-in)
INTRO (0:00 - 0:30)
- Welcome to “The Week That Was” podcast
- Jr. and Kevin hosting (Launa is out)
- Recap of what this podcast is:
- Weekly radio show highlights
- Bloopers, behind-the-scenes moments
- Unfiltered, uncensored t...
- Welcome listeners to The Week That Was.
- Hosts: Jr., Launa, and Kevin.
- Quick preview of today’s topics:
- Recap of the week
- Science-backed “happy songs” list
- Launa finally gets rid of the moldy BMW
- Favorite songs that boost your mood
- General show recap: Highlights, lowlights, and bloopers.
- Casual banter about behind-the-scenes moments.
🎙️ Podcast Title: The Week That Was Episode 24
Hosts: JR, Launa & Kevin
Episode Theme: From Taylor Swift’s first podcast to Florida’s hottest snake catcher and a back-to-school game show twist!
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- Taylor Swift’s first-ever podcast appearance
- Unexpected viral snake hunter
- Back-to-School “Know the Show” trivia
- Crazy Walmart quitting moment
- Big hair, pep r...
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