The Past Week - Next Week Podcast

Past Week - Next Week 10-04-2026:  Featuring hosts Chris and Paul, along with contributors Boogie and the Texter. The show covers a wide variety of humorous banter, personal updates, and current events, including political gaffes by Senator Eric Schmidt and analyses of NFL football. Additionally, the hosts engage the audience with interactive trivia segments, such as a challenging music quiz featuring forgotten 1970s and 1980s artists.

DEEP DIVE for  Past Week - Next Week 09-27-2026: This week's episode is a rollercoaster Chris and Paul team up with Boogie and The Texter to cover everything, hilarious stories about high school reunions and medical recoveries, sharp satire on current politics and White House media access, a deep dive into how Gen X has evolved, and a fun discussion on why physical media is having a moment. And don't miss the music trivia segment where they test their knowledge of famous cover songs vs. the originals. Listen now and let us know how many you got right! 

Past Week - Next Week 09-27-2026: Hosts Chris and Paul are joined by Boogie and The Texter for a lively mix of comedy and commentary. The conversation kicks off with lighthearted stories from the hosts' personal lives, including high school reunions and recovering from medical issues, before shifting into satirical commentary on today's political landscape. Topics covered include restrictions on media access at the White House, how Gen X has changed over time, and the growing popularity of physical media formats like CDs. The episode wraps up with an extended music trivia segment challenging listeners' knowledge of popular cover songs and the artists who originally recorded them.

DEEP DIVE for Past Week - Next Week 09-20-2026: Hosted by Chris and Paul, the program kicks off with personal stories, including Chris’s anniversary getaway to Branson and a touching wedding Paul attended for his nieces. The conversation then shifts to political commentary on the Trump administration, climbing inflation rates, and the existential threats of unchecked AI. Alongside technical hiccups and the absence of their regular co-host, Boogie, the pair keep things lighthearted and irreverent while running through fan-favorite segments like a news quiz, pop culture headlines, and live text feedback from listeners.

Past Week - Next Week 09-20-2026: Hosted by Chris and Paul who discuss personal updates, including Chris’s wedding anniversary trip to Branson and a heartfelt wedding Paul recently attended for his nieces. Their conversation transitions into political commentary regarding the Trump administration, rising inflation, and the potential existential risks posed by unregulated artificial intelligence. The episode features recurring segments like a news quiz, pop culture headlines, and interactive "Texter" feedback. Throughout the broadcast, the duo maintains a lighthearted, irreverent tone while navigating technical difficulties and missing their regular co-host, Boogie.

DEEP DIVE Past Week – Next Week 08-30-2026: Chris and Paul, joined by Boogie, The Texter and special guest Production Pat, pay tribute to the life and legacy of legendary entertainer Dolly Parton. The conversation explores her music, philanthropy and remarkable connection with audiences around the world. The episode also features personal updates, Pat’s behind-the-scenes work in Kansas City, family accomplishments, the weekly news quiz and plenty of satirical commentary on politics, pop culture and current events. As always, the show combines irreverent humor, personal stories and lively conversation.

Past Week - Next Week 08-30-2026: Hosted by Chris and Paul and featuring Boogie, The texter and guests Production Pat. The episode serves as a tribute to the legendary Dolly Parton following her passing, with the hosts discussing her widespread appeal, philanthropic efforts, and iconic music. Beyond the central theme of Parton’s legacy, the dialogue covers a range of personal updates, including Chris’s medical recovery, Pat’s behind-the-scenes film work in Kansas City, and the accomplishments of their family members. The group also engages in recurring segments such as a weekly news quiz and satirical takes on current headlines, including jabs at political figures and cultural trends. Ultimately, the source captures a mix of irreverent humor, pop culture analysis, and communal storytelling typical of a variety-style broadcast.

DEEP DIVE for Past Week - Next Week 08-23-2026: Chris and Paul are joined by Boogie for stories from New Orleans and Colorado, plenty of laughs, and a healthy dose of political and cultural commentary. We take on the Trump administration, tackle the August Challenge, catch up on pop culture, and finish with a trivia quiz. Travel stories, current events, personal challenges, and questionable opinions...it’s all here! 

Past Week - Next Week 08-23-2026: Chris and Paul, joined by Boogie, blends personal anecdotes about recent travels to New Orleans and Colorado with satirical commentary on political and cultural news. A significant portion of the dialogue focuses on failures of  the Trump administration, including critiques of foreign policy decisions, military appointments, and the financial success of his family. The hosts also engage in a recurring segment called the August Challenge, where they commit to personal growth tasks like journaling or writing letters. The episode concludes with a pop culture update and a trivia quiz, maintaining a casual and irreverent tone throughout. Quite the humorous reflection on current events and the personal lives of the panel.

DEEP DIVE for Past Week - Next Week 08-09-2026: Hosted by Chris and Paul, featuring recurring personalities like Boogie and a listener known as the Texter. The hosts open the show with a Taylor Swift song to symbolize the summer heat before transitioning into personal updates regarding family travels and recent trips to local landmarks. Much of the conversation centers on a weekly challenge where the hosts must perform tasks like talking to strangers or reconnecting with old friends to foster personal growth. Interspersed throughout are satirical news headlines, a news quiz e, and a "special feature" that reinterprets the hidden meanings behind famous pop and rock songs. The program concludes with political commentary on the state of the government and a shared viewing of a classic country music television special.