The Past Week - Next Week Podcast

DEEP DIVE for Past Week - Next Week 06-28-2026: A playful roundup of happenings in Kansas City and Independence, MO from the buzz after a recent World Cup match to the Netherlands’ festive “orange march.” The hosts mix personal moments (Father’s Day gatherings, the Freedom Wall ceremony) with witty takes on pop culture and politics. Segments include a news quiz, reviews of new films like Disclosure Day and Supergirl, and fond nostalgia for Gen X jingles. Lighthearted jabs at AI “deep dives” recur, with a clear focus on entertainment and community fellowship.

Past Week - Next Week 06-28-2026: We provide a lighthearted review of local events in Kansas City and Independence, Missouri, including the excitement surrounding a recent World Cup match and the Netherlands' "orange march" parade. Their discussion blends personal anecdotes, such as attending Father’s Day celebrations and the Freedom Wall monument ceremony, with humorous commentary on pop culture and politics. The hosts engage in a news quiz, discuss recent film releases like Disclosure Day and Supergirl, and share nostalgia for Gen X childhood jingles. Throughout the broadcast, they maintain a playful tone, frequently mocking AI "deep dives" and emphasizing that their content is strictly for entertainment and fellowship.

DEEP DIVE for Past Week - Next Week 06-07-2026: This week’s episode is a perfect mix of goofy and heartfelt: ridiculous personal anecdotes, medical procedures and culinary misadventures included, paid a respectful nod to the legendary Peabo Bryson, and ”The Texter” stir the pot with offbeat questions that sent the conversation everywhere, pop culture, local sports, you name it. The news quiz delivered sharp, satirical takes on politics and social media trends, and some time poking fun at outrage culture and entitled behavior. Ended on a high note with an energetic Earth, Wind & Fire tribute. Come for the laughs, stay for the unexpected moments.

Past Week - Next Week 06-07-2026: The episode delivered a lively mix of humor and heart, as the hosts shared questionable dining choices, unexpected medical stories, and reflected on the passing of the legendary Peabo Bryson. “The Texter” kept the conversation unpredictable with offbeat questions that bounced from pop culture to local sports and beyond. The trio also tore through a hilariously irreverent news quiz, offering sharp, satirical commentary on politics, social media trends, outrage culture, and entitled behavior. The show closed on an uplifting note with a spirited Earth, Wind & Fire tribute, giving listeners plenty of laughs, real talk, and unexpected moments along the way.

DEEP DIVE for Past Week - Next Week 05-31-2026: Chris, Paul, Boogie, and The Texter tackle a wide range of topics, from celebrity withdrawals from a national event to memorable personal adventures. The crew shares stories from Denver and Tulsa, debates pop culture favorites and disappointments, and weighs in on sports betting and international soccer. A spirited “deep dive” uncovers some surprisingly unpopular opinions before the show closes with a comedic news quiz and a round of outrageous future predictions.

Past Week - Next Week 05-31-2026: It’s another fast paced mix of humor, commentary, and conversation. Chris, Paul, Boogie, and The Texter discuss headline making entertainers, travel experiences, and cultural trends while offering their unique takes on television, movies, and sports. The episode features a segment dedicated to things they simply do not understand the appeal of, followed by a tongue in cheek news challenge. Expect laughs, strong opinions, and plenty of unexpected detours.

DEEP DIVE for Past Week - Next Week 05-17-2026: EXPRESS hosted by Chris and Paul. The hosts engage in lighthearted banter regarding current events, pop culture, and personal anecdotes, including a detailed review of Chris's recent culinary experiences and a tribute to a deceased classmate. Their discussion transitions into political commentary, where they critique the Trump administration's relationship with China and address social issues like voter disenfranchisement. Throughout the broadcast, the duo interacts with a recurring contributor known as "the Texter," who provides trivia and eccentric commentary via text. The show concludes with a news quiz, predictions for the upcoming week, and a nostalgic look at a Michael Jackson music video.

Past Week - Next Week 05-17-2026: EXPRESS hosted by Chris and Paul, featuring casual and entertaining conversation covering everything from current events and pop culture to personal stories. In this episode, Chris shares highlights from his recent food adventures, and the hosts pause to honor a late classmate. The tone shifts as they dive into politics, offering critical takes on the Trump administration's stance toward China and touching on voting rights concerns. Adding a unique flavor to the show is a regular contributor nicknamed "the Texter," who chimes in via text with trivia and offbeat observations. The episode wraps up with a news quiz, a look ahead at what next week might bring, and a walk down memory lane with a classic Michael Jackson music video.

DEEP DIVE for Past Week - Next Week 05-03-2026: A weekly show built around recurring bits and characters like the Boogie Knight. The hosts cover local headlines, personal stories, and pop culture as if they are living in May 2026, mixing real events with a fictional future setting. The episode centers on topics such as a Michael Jackson biopic, The Devil Wears Prada, and their longtime friendship that goes back to high school and past jobs together. They also use satire to take shots at political figures and economic trends, including a hypothetical second Trump presidency and its impact on national security and federal agencies. Along the way, they interact with a listener called the Texter and joke about how poorly AI summarizes their show. Overall, it is a weekly recap meant to entertain through humor, nostalgia, and the back-and-forth of two longtime friends.

Past Week - Next Week 05-03-2026: hosted by Chris and Paul, staring the Boogie Knight. The show mixes local news, personal stories, and pop culture, combining real-world commentary with a fictional future timeline. The conversation highlights topics like Michael Jackson’s biopic, The Devil Wears Prada, and the hosts’ shared past as high school friends and former coworkers. It also leans into satire, taking aim at political figures and economic trends, including a speculative look at how Trump term could affect national security and federal agencies. Throughout the episode, the hosts engage with a listener known as the Texter and poke fun at the shortcomings of AI-generated summaries of their show. The result is a weekly recap built on camaraderie, nostalgia, and sharp, irreverent humor.