The Week That Was Podcast

Episode 38 - CMA's


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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 that way…”
  • Backstage adventure:
  • How Launa scored passes.
  • The “remove a piece of clothing” moment.
  • Reaction from the crew: “Not even Vince Neil or Tommy Lee—just some random guy.”
  • Reflection:
  • “You started saying you didn’t want to talk about it… now we know everything!”
  • How life has changed since then (or has it?).

Transition:

  • “Okay, let’s tone it down a little and move on to something more recent—the CMAs.”

Segment 2: CMA Awards Breakdown

Opening Hook:

  • “Lainey Wilson hosted, big performances, but let’s talk about who didn’t show up.”

Talking Points:

  • No-shows:
  • Jelly Roll & Bunny: “He’s everywhere, but not here.”
  • Jason & Brittany Aldean: Miami getaway.
  • Blake Shelton & Gwen Stefani: “Watching from the couch.”
  • Post Malone: Won an award but didn’t attend.
  • Morgan Wallen: “Doesn’t care about award shows.”
  • Discussion:
  • Does winning awards matter to fans or just artists?
  • Chris Stapleton’s attitude: “Shows up, wins, doesn’t care.”
  • Favorite performances & moments:
  • What stood out?
  • What felt off?

Transition:

  • “Before we wrap, let’s talk about why these awards still matter—at least to Kevin!”

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