KC102.1 Staff Meeting

The KC 102.1 Staff is back after KC 102.1 was named Station of the Year by the Missouri Broadcasters Association. Natalie and Jen talk about the MBA awards and their trip to Margaritaville in the Lake of the Ozarks.

A storm hurt the KC 102.1 transmitter this week but the Staff is back for the podcast. Natalie and Jen have high school and middle school graduates, the Staff talks about how it feels like summer, Jen not liking that she has nothing to do, Memorial Day plans, and the KC 102.1 Staff is about to check out Disney100: The Exhibition at Union Station.

The KC 102.1 Staff had a week. They deal with some text line drama, Jen losing a close friend, and Natalie's kid accidentally hitting Natalie's boyfriend's car. In positive news, the school year is almost.

The ladies from KC 102.1 attended a gala to benefit Variety KC. The event raised over one million dollars. Natalie was late picking up Jen and Jacqui to the gala. Jen reminisces on seeing New Kids on the Block riding mopeds outside of Sandstone. Jacqui is helping her daughter prepare for prom.

The KC 102.1 Staff is excited to be nominated for three Missouri Broadcasters Association's awards for Station of the Year, Best Station Sponsored Community Event, and Best Air Talent, Excluding Morning Show (Natalie Rush). The ladies are also very excited to be attending Variety KC's Heart of Inclusion Gala. The Staff discuss having cleaning closets, trying to pose for photographs, and how Natalie falls asleep to murder podcasts and documentary.

The KC 102.1 Staff has returned. Jen is back from her spring break trip to London and Paris. Joey drove a co-worker to the hospital. The Staff also discuss Easter plans and cars.

The KC 102.1 Staff discusses Jen's daughter golfing and Natalie growing up golfing with her dad. Jen talks about her future in coaching. Natalie tours a college with her son. Jacqui celebrates her wedding anniversary. The Staff also talk about Valentine's Day, the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl parade and rally, and Natalie doesn't know what the Shuttlecock is. For more information on how you can help the family of Lisa Lopez-Galvan. Click on the link below: https://www.gofundme.com/f/elizabeth-lopezgalvan-memorial

The KC 102.1 Staff is back. Natalie gives an update on her son's lost car keys. Jen's daughter's cheer practice ran late. The Staff gives their thoughts on the new Justin Timberlake song. Natalie got a sneak peak at the new Billy Joel song. On Sunday, February 4th, KC 102.1 is turning 10 years old! Thank you to everyone who has been along on this ride with us.

The KC 102.1 is surviving the extreme cold weather. Jen took a road trip to Cedar Rapids for her daughter's basketball tournament during a blizzard warning. Jen's daughter may have broken her nose getting up. Natalie's gives an injury update, as well as talks about her boyfriend moving in and her son losing his keys.

The KC 102.1 Staff is back in 2024 and chats about their Christmases, Jacqui getting to stand on stage at the T-Mobile Center with Variety KC at the TSO show, and Natalie accidentally gave herself a black eye.

The KC 102.1 Staff is constantly being asked when are you going to flip to Christmas music. You can make your guess, assuming the contest is still going on. Learn more about that here. kc1021.com/when-will-we-flip-the-switch-to-christmas Jen is in sports mom/coach mode, Jacqui had a lovely time at her nephew's wedding, and Natalie is preparing for her son's performance in Hairspray and college.

The KC 102.1 Staff records a short Staff Meeting because Natalie is waiting on a call from the owners of the radio station and the fire alarms are apparently about to be tested. Natalie participated in a charity drag show, the Ladies of KC 102.1 are excited for their kids to be headed back to school, and it's been a pleasant week weather wise in Kansas City.

It's back to school time for the KC 102.1 Staff. Natalie's son and Jacqui's daughter are trying out for the school plays leads to a discussion about being in high school theater. Jen and Natalie are having great success with their respective weight loss programs. Jen is using Slim4Life, while Natalie is using Kansas City Secret For Weight Loss.

The KC 102.1 Staff deals with the struggles of the school year. Natalie might have too many streaming services. Jen enjoyed the Greek Food Festival while Natalie enjoyed her first trip to the Kansas City Renaissance Festival minus her son losing his cellphone. Natalie has never seen Dumb and Dumber. Keep in mind that on Tuesday, September 26th, KC 102.1 will be hosting the annual Variety KC Request-A-Thon to benefit Variety KC. Learn more here: kc1021.com/variety-kc-request-a-thon

Even though we haven't flipped to Christmas music yet, it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at KC 102.1. The Staff filmed a commercial talking about Christmas music. The Staff does a brief recap of the Variety Request-A-Thon. Jacqui had to deal with toilet issues both at home AND work. Jen is excited for her niece's wedding and her daughter's homecoming. Natalie has knee issues and her first unpleasant experience at Arrowhead. Joey's brother got married. Of course, the Staff talks about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.

This episode was recorded on Jen Johnson's Birthday! Jen and Jacqui share Westport parking lot stories. The ladies of KC 102.1 prepare for their kids to go back to school. Natalie's mom calls during the middle of the episode. The ladies chat about their childhood Barbies. Natalie Rush will be apart of Thadapalooza: Leona Noel's Excellent Adventure on August 11th and 12th. Thadapalooza raises funds to support the LGBTQ+ Community of Independence. Click the link below for event and ticket details: westindconnection.com/collections/event-tickets-registration/products/thadaplooza-leona-noels-excellent-adventure

There was a water leak on a floor above where the station is located. Nothing harmed KC 102.1 but Natalie's office suffered some damage. Jacqui has a new dog. Jen's daughter has a learner's permit. KC 102.1 just started our Virtual Ticket Hunt to find a pair of tickets to see Taylor Swift perform live at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. We were playing Taylor Swift at the time we were recording, so we took a random call during the recording of the podcast. Jacqui will be broadcasting her show live from Molle Toyota on June 29th as part of the HeroFund USA Day of Giving. For more information, click here.

The KC 102.1 Staff Meeting is back after Jacqui Lucky wins the Certificate of Merit for Large Market Radio Talent (Non-Morning) and KC 102.1 wins first place for best promotion with the 9 To 5 No Repeat Workday at the Missouri Broadcasters Association. Jen went to the Big Slick KC press conference. Nobody seems that excited about the summer.

Jacqui Lucky brought the KC 102.1 gifts to celebrate everything they have done for her while she was in a Masonic group. Jacqui is nominated for the Missouri Broadcasters Association award for Best Air Talent excluding Morning Drive while the 9 to 5 No Repeat Workday is nominated for best promotion. Jen is coaching track and field. Natalie is excited that her brother has moved back to Kansas City.

Right before we recorded today, Jen brought in the Big Dozier sandwich from Zarda and Hy-Vee and it smelled delicious (and Jen said it tasted delicious too), Jen told a story about her daughter dealing with her first breakup while Natalie is attempting to get herself back into the dating field. Jacqui brought it homemade treats to celebrate the Staff's 7th anniversary together on KC 102.1. Natalie has the Staff play Rose and Thorn.

The KC 102.1 Staff Meeting returns! Jen went on a family vacation to Germany, while Natalie went to Arizona. Natalie had an interesting encounter with a strange dog. Natalie talks about an interesting contest for a local choir that will involve the Foreigner/Loverboy concert at Starlight Theatre on July 18th. Jacqui is excited that she will get to cross Foreigner off her bucket list.

The KC 102.1 Staff chats about Travis Kelce hosting Saturday Night Live, having the phone number of a famous person in your contact list, Natalie's experiences with dating apps, and the trial of Alex Murdaugh. Check out Jacqui Lucky's podcast, Lucky's Show Me Your KC here or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

The KC 102.1 Staff is back together after Natalie battled COVID. The Staff discusses what they did on Super Bowl Sunday (How 'bout those Chiefs?), Jen celebrates a winning a basketball championship, and Jacqui attends her final swim meet.

The KC 102.1 Staff is back! Jen had laryngitis, Natalie heard a car accident, the Staff shares their thoughts about the Chiefs winning the AFC Championship, Jen was named Christmas Queen, and Natalie won loudest.

Jen survives a basketball trip to Cedar Rapids where she stayed at a hotel filled with middle schoolers, the ladies of the KC 102.1 Staff discuss times where pregnant and at a bar, Jacqui talks about giving up drinking, and Natalie is excited for the upcoming Chiefs playoff game(s).

This episode was recorded on the morning of Tuesday January 3rd. The KC 102.1 Staff is back in 2023! They discuss favorite Christmas gifts that they either gave or received, plans for the new year, Natalie and Jacqui each having newly licensed drivers, and the incident involving Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin.

The KC 102.1 Staff is in the same room together one last time before Christmas following a holiday cookie exchange. A Creepy Santa has been roaming the halls of KC 102.1 and Steel City Media. The KC 102.1 Staff exchange presents and discuss their plans for Christmas. Natalie Rush will be on stage during the 3 pm Trans-Siberian Orchestra show for a check presentation on behalf of Variety KC. KC 102.1 will be returning to Kansas City's Best Variety on December 26th.

The KC 102.1 Staff is back after Thanksgiving! The Staff talk about their Thanksgivings and the flu running wild through their homes and Kansas City. Jen describes her Christmas decorations at home while Jacqui tries to cutback on decorating the KC 102.1 studio. Natalie talks about a shopping trip during the holiday season and Jacqui gears up for another season of being a swim mom. KC 102.1 is currently in Christmas music but we will be back to being Kansas City's Best Variety on December 26th.

KC 102.1 is full into Christmas mode now and Jacqui Lucky has decorated the studio. Jacqui recalls her husband destroying her favorite mug, Jen prepares for her very own European vacation, Natalie knows what she wants for Christmas, the Staff discuss their Thanksgiving plans, and the ladies all have a kid learning to drive.

This episode was recorded on Election Day. Jacqui is excited that she will get to vote with her son for the first time, Natalie loses her voice at the Chiefs game, Jen's daughter is a volleyball all-star, and Natalie's son is the Pope. Christmas music is coming SOON to KC 102.1. Natalie gives little hints to when it is coming and each member of the staff reveals what their favorite Christmas song is.

The KC 102.1 Staff is back! Jen has had death surround her, Natalie helped her mom move to Kansas City, Jacqui's calendar is full, and Joey is excited for Halloween. Natalie, Joey, and Jen's daughters' Halloween costumes are revealed. Natalie is living with two dogs now. Christmas music is coming to KC 102.1!

Today on the KC 102.1 Staff Meeting, Natalie describes how she injured her ankle. Jacqui gets her motorcycle license. Jen prepares her daughter for her drivers permit and adjusts to life as Coach Jen. KC 102.1 is excited for our second Request-a-thon to benefit Variety KC on Tuesday, September 27th. For more information click on the link below: kc1021.com/kansas-citys-corporate-challenge-for-inclusion KC 102.1 is nominated for three awards in the Pitch's Best of Kansas City. Best Local Radio Station, Best Local Radio Personality (Jen Johnson), and Best Local Podcast (The Little Studio Comedy Club with Jen Johnson). Our friend, Mallory Kay is also nominated for Best Local TikTok.

The KC 102.1 Staff Meeting is back after Jacqui went to Pikes Peak and Jen went to Wichita for some end of the summer vacation fun. The kids are getting back to school. Natalie prepares for her mom to move to Kansas City, while Jen is about to become a middle school gym coach. Jen is excited about raised ceilings and Natalie is glad that she does not have to poop in a box. KC 102.1 is now on TikTok! Follow us at @kckc102.1. Also give us a like on Facebook at kc102radio Follow us on Instagram at @kc102.1 Follow us on Twitter at @KC102Radio

Based upon a Texas State University course about Harry Styles, the KC 102.1 Staff discuss the most interesting class they took, and in Jacqui Lucky's case, took for one day. Jen is becoming Coach Jen. The Staff prepares for the day when their kids leave home.

Mix 93.3's Mallory guest stars on the podcast today. She has been assigned to teach the KC 102.1 Staff about TikTok. Jen has a week without the kids, while Natalie just wants to get her son to start driving.

The KC 102.1 Staff returns from a 4th of July filled with parties, 5ks, and Stranger Things. Natalie survives a COVID scare, the Staff chats about the clothing typically worn in a radio station, the events of the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, and Jen really wants some Christmas music in July.

Natalie Rush is back from her vacation! She describes her trips to Italy, Croatia, and Greece, her time spent in the air and sea, traveling with her mother, the food she ate, and the weirdest part of her trip. Natalie returns with gifts for the KC 102.1 Staff. KC 102.1 prepares for the All-American Weekend, where we play all of your favorite artists Born In The USA. The All-American Weekend starts at 2 pm on Friday, July 1st and runs all the way through the 4th of July.

The KC 102.1 Staff reminiscence about times waiting in line for tickets, food, rides, and more. As Natalie prepares for her cruise, Jen remembers that her planned 2020 trip to Italy was cancelled. Jen trains for a 5K. Natalie gives an update on her dog and explains an embarrassing lawn mower mishap. The Staff learn more about lacrosse because of a shirt Jacqui is wearing that honors her niece. To learn more about the Grace Iz Forever Foundation, visit their Facebook page and on Instagram at @GraceIzForever

The KC 102.1 Staff is back after the Memorial Day weekend! The Staff discusses the A to Z weekend, Natalie's hatred of shopping, surviving middle school sleepovers, parties when the parents are away, Jen's road trip to Michigan, childhood road trips, and Natalie's dog being sick.

On this week's Staff Meeting, Joey is tired from a weird dream leading to a discussion of recent dreams. Jen brags about her daughter's spelling bee skills. With the school year winding down, the ladies discuss the end of the year banquets and ceremonies they have attended. Natalie and Jen describe the joys of giving a kid an at home COVID test.

The KC 102.1 Staff talk about their Mother's Day weekends. Natalie prepares for her cruise. The Staff discuss Friday the 13th and superstitions.

Jacqui ripped her pants at work leading to a chat from the KC 102.1 Staff about their most embarrassing moments. Natalie describes her back procedure and the Staff talk about their most painful life experiences and the joys of a massage. Natalie prepares for the Justin Bieber concert, while Jen has a valid reason why she has to give up her tickets. Jacqui survives prom season.

The KC 102.1 Staff is back. The ladies are shocked to learn Joey has never seen the Princess Bride. Discussions about the current prom season and reminiscences on past proms are had. Jen survives her first track meet and Natalie plays her first kickball game ever.

Following Easter, the KC 102.1 Staff are back talking about spring cleaning, driving lessons, and their favorite spots around Kansas City.

Jacqui is about to cross seeing Santana from her bucket list, Natalie is helping a friend cross off seeing Justin Bieber from his bucket list, and Jen is taking her daughter to see Biebs causing the KC 102.1 Staff to discuss what bands or artists are on their bucket lists. The KC 102.1 Staff also discuss raising teenagers, perks from jobs, and when we repeated a song during the 9 To 5 No Repeat Workday.

This episode was recorded on Jacqui Lucky's birthday and the day after Kansas won the National Championship. The KC 102.1 Staff chats about bellybutton rings, nose rings, and tattoos, as well as Natalie joining the Steel City Media kickball team and an update on Jacqui's new cats.

After being off the last two weeks because of Jen being sick and Jacqui being on spring break, the KC 102.1 Staff is back together. Jen and Natalie are having car problems. The KC Staff discuss the joys of being an adult. Jacqui has two new kitties. Natalie has a girl's weekend coming up while Jen has a women's retreat that is going on in the middle of March Madness. The KC 102.1 Staff discuss St. Patrick's Day in Westport. To hear Jen's interview with Josh Groban. Check out the Little Studio Comedy Club. Click on the link below: https://anchor.fm/thelittlestudiocomedyclub/episodes/Josh-Groban---Curling-Up-With-An-Interview-e1g3c4t

Natalie tries leggings for the first time, Jacqui is curious on everyone's burger preferences, the Staff gives their takes on the baseball lockout, and Natalie gets a cardboard friend.

Recorded on 2/22/22 or 2sday. Jen accidentally tells Joey "I love you," Natalie explains the latest in her saga of ongoing car issues, the Staff chats about the joys to having the house to oneself, the nostalgia of first jobs and making sandwiches, and Jacqui has a present for Natalie.

The KC 102.1 Staff is back following the big game and Valentine's Day. The Staff discuss their Valentine's Days, their pet's personalities, vacation plans for the summer, and the halftime show.

Based upon Jen's Top Five Friday Countdown of the top breakup songs of all-time, the KC 102. 1 Staff discuss their favorite breakup songs, including U2 and Chicago being used to dump someone and Natalie reading some of her "F You" playlist. Natalie describes the horrors of online dating. Valentine's Day is coming up, Jen and Jacqui describe their Valentine's Day plans as married women and the Staff is nostalgic for the elementary school Valentine's Day celebrations. And an update on Jacqui's son wanting to shave his legs.