The Week That Was Podcast

Episode 36 - Launa's Wedding...It's Happening


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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: Excited, slightly teasing, full of friendly chaos energy.


2. BACKSTORY: THE LONG ENGAGEMENT

·        Reflect on when Launa and Paul got engaged (during or around COVID/2020).

·        Joke about how long it took to actually reach this day.

·        Compare to J.R.’s own long engagements.

·        Talk about when they first realized this wedding was really happening (4–5 months ago).

Soundbite moment: “I honestly never thought this day would come!”


3. THE INVITATION DRAMA

·        Share the “fallout invite” story — how Kevin and J.R. got their invites.

·        Discuss being invited to both the ceremony and reception (after some confusion).

·        Joke about the long drive to the venue (48 miles away).

·        Lighthearted commentary about being “late additions” but still honored guests.


4. PRE-WEDDING CHAOS: LAUNA DRAMA STRIKES AGAIN

·        Discuss potential things that could go wrong (classic “Launa luck”).

·        The FAA flight reduction affecting guests traveling from Minnesota.

·        Tie in the idea that even politics somehow managed to get involved in Launa’s wedding.

·        Reassure listeners: it’ll probably go beautifully… but we’ll see.


5. WEDDING DYNAMICS: THE CAST OF CHARACTERS

·        Discuss Paul’s kids (ages, how they’ll handle the day).

·        Minnesota crew: “a wild bunch” — the vacation mindset and pre-gaming jokes.

·        Ceremony location reveal: outside a bar → cue laughter and banter about pre-gaming.

·        Predicting the people-watching goldmine.


6. BEHIND THE SCENES: WHO’S RUNNING THIS SHOW?

·        Question: Does Launa have a day-of planner?

·        Realization: She doesn’t — but the venue has coordinators.

·        Comparison to the hosts’ own wedding planning experiences.

·        Hopeful takeaway: “As long as the bar is open, it’ll be fine.”


7. THE BAND STORY

·        The wild “double payment” situation:

o   Launa paying one musician not to show up.

o   Paying another band she actually wants.

·        Classic “Launa move” commentary.

·        Speculation: “This band better be worth it.”

Comedy beat: Co-hosts promise to “take notes” during the performance.


8. WILL PAUL CRY?

·        Both hosts predict: “Yes, 100%.”

·        Share Paul’s sweet texts before the wedding.

·        Contrast with the “Bird Theory” story — showing their playful dynamic.

·        Reflection: “They’re perfect for each other in the most chaotic way.”


9. WEDDING DAY EXPECTATIONS

·        Predict what could go wrong (Launa panic moment, forgotten items, etc.).

·        People-watching segment — who’s bringing who (Kristin & Jenny).

·        Anticipation of the Minnesota friends’ behavior.

·        Mutual agreement: this will be the event for people-watching.


10. DRESS CODE & FINAL THOUGHTS

·        What the hosts are wearing (Tommy Bahama jokes).

·        Casual beach vibe — Paul’s khakis and flip-flops.

·        Wrap-up: “Every wedding is different, and this one is pure Launa.”

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