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The Week That Was Podcast

The Week That Was Podcast

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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!

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  • Episode 35 - The Bird Theory
    Oct 31 2025

    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 and gauge their reaction.
    • Do they engage? (Attentive, loving)
    • Do they dismiss it? (Maybe distracted or disinterested)

    Experiments:

    • J.R.’s experience with Kristin
    • Recorded her reaction.
    • She engaged sweetly (“I saw one too! Was it a peacock?”).
    • Hosts react — heartwarming, thoughtful, and hilarious.
    • Launa’s experience with Paul
    • Tried it while he was doing football picks.
    • His response: “Did you shoot it?” followed by flipping her the bird.
    • Big laugh from the crew — total opposite result from J.R.’s.
    • Discussion about timing, love languages, and humor in relationships.

    Wrap-up Discussion:

    • Compare reactions — engagement vs. distraction.
    • Relationship insight: maybe timing and context matter more than theory!
    • Listeners encouraged to try it with their own partners and share results.

    3. SEGMENT THREE — Halloween Talk

    Topic: Costumes, kids, and family Halloween chaos.

    Kevin’s Household:

    • Jake (12): SpongeBob inflatable costume.
    • Olivia (13): Darla from Finding Nemo with fake fish props.

    Launa’s Household:

    • Her kids doing inflatable shark costumes.
    • Haunted house setup in the neighborhood — kids prefer scaring over trick-or-treating.

    J.R.’s Family:

    • Toddler Parker = flamingo costume.
    • J.R. = Hawaiian shirt or Flamingo jacket to match.
    • Reminisce about the viral cranberry juice skateboard video where the jacket first appeared.

    Hosts Banter:

    • Talk about funny trends:
    • K-Pop Demon Hunters, LaBooBoo dolls, inflatable dinos.
    • Kids outgrowing trick-or-treating and preferring haunted houses.
    • Parents’ joy (and exhaustion) on Halloween night.

    4. SEGMENT FOUR — Throwback: The Flamingo Jacket

    • J.R. tells the story of his iconic flamingo suit — the dinner in Hawaii, Jake Owen “copying” the look, and the viral meme connection.
    • Nostalgic, funny, and personal moment that ties the episode’s playful energy together.

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    16 mins
  • Episode 34 - DJ Diesel
    Oct 24 2025

    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 declares herself a new baseball fan.
    • Tagline: “Go Dodgers — and what’s his name again?” → “Shohei Ohtani!”

    SEGMENT 3: Celebrity Spotlight — Shaq as DJ Diesel

    • Topic: Shaquille O’Neal DJing at the Hard Rock Pool Party.
    • Transition: From Shaq’s Rooms to Go couch to his DJ alter ego, DJ Diesel.
    • Story:
    • Launa shares that her fiancé Paul and his buddies (all nearing 50) plan a “guys’ day” at the Hard Rock — same day Shaq’s DJing.
    • Tickets cost $62.
    • Kevin predicts disaster: “They’re going to stand out like sore thumbs.”
    • J.R. jokes about them being “the old guys in the corner while everyone else fist-pumps.”
    • Punchline:
    • “Paul’s not getting in that pool — that’s a cocktail of sunscreen and regret.”
    • J.R. refuses to go film the chaos (despite Launa begging him to).

    SEGMENT 4: Artist Interview — Jake Owen

    • Intro:
    • Promote Jake’s show at England Brothers Park with Dirty Heads and The Original Wailers.
    • Interview Highlights:

    1. Golf Rivalry:

    • Jake calls out George Birge for dodging golf challenges.
    • Suggests a charity match.

    2. Fatherhood:

    • Talks about daughters Pearl (12) and Paris (6).
    • Shares heartfelt stories about raising girls and their bond.
    • Reflects on lessons learned from past mistakes.

    3. Tour Life:

    • Discusses overseas concerts and loyal fans.
    • Mentions wrapping up the year with Florida shows and a hometown charity event.

    4. Fun Moment:

    • His daughter proudly wearing “Jake Owen” merch at Target.
    • Outro:
    • Hosts agree he’s a great dad and an evolved artist.
    • Promise to follow up with George Birge to get his side of the golf rivalry.

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    19 mins
  • Episode 33 - Megan Moroney
    Oct 20 2025

    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 & Carrie Underwood)
    • Social media-savvy, relatable lyrics
    • Concerns about fame & staying on the right path
    • Rumored relationship with NFL player — she says she’s single
    • Importance of image and decision-making in the industry

    SEGMENT 3: Flashback & Looking Forward – Midland (10:00–11:00)

    • Upcoming performance from Midland at Pig Jig
    • Throwback stories:
    • Their early style and rowdy days
    • Touring with Jon Pardi
    • Evolution from wild to more family-oriented
    • Admiration for their Austin roots and classic country vibe
    • Hosts look forward to reconnecting with the band

    SEGMENT 4: Interview – Rob Higgins, CEO of USF Athletics (11:00–17:00)

    • Rob joins for a live in-studio interview
    • Background:
    • USF alum, Jesuit grad, former Tampa Sports Authority leader
    • Helped bring Super Bowls, national championships to Tampa
    • Discussing:
    • NIL challenges and opportunities
    • Excitement over USF’s football success
    • Student-athlete experience
    • Revenue and fan engagement
    • On-campus stadium project (coming 2027!)
    • Vision for USF and the community
    • Final shoutout: “Go Bulls!”

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    17 mins
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