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Like It's The Weekend

by Jake and Hemmy

We aren't fans of the "working for the weekend" mentality and believe you should treat every day like it's the weekend! Obviously, some days suck and you need the weekend to unwind, but we'll strive to find the positives throughout the week, and give you something to look forward to at the halfway mark. Lookout for new episodes every Wednesday!

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Episodes

  1. Lengthy Breaks and Light Beers - EP 26

    So...it's been a while, but we're back (how many times have we said that?)! Thank you so much for sticking around and listening! This week, Hemmy shares something that made her feel old, Jake has news that you really, really, really need to hear and goes on a millennial rant (crap, we are old)....

  2. Athletic Injuries and Awful Installations - EP 25

    Two weeks ago, Jake talked about everything being awful, and it still is...listen to find out why. Jake recaps his Battle of Hogwarts Remembrance Week and Hemmy has a review(?) of a new show she's watching. Plus, we've both managed to injure ourselves! It's been an eventful couple of weeks.…

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  3. We Suck and Watching Stories - EP 24

    Wow, wow, wow. The day these episodes come out is really just a big mystery...but we think we have a plan. We'll see how we do next week. But this week, we get back to some of our roots....which is giving bad reviews of what we're watching! We want to know your ratings and what you're watching…

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  4. Woke Shows and Weekend Sleeps - EP 23

    This week, we review the shows and movies we've been watching lately and have a possible revelation about the show Community. You'll have to weigh in on that one. Jake pitches a challenge to Hemmy that she's less than crazy about, and we talk about some things coming up that we're looking forward...

  5. Honeymoon Recap and House Renovations - EP 22

    Hemmy is back from Jamaica! She gives a full recap, plus Jake finally reveals his Ninja Warrior news! Follow us: instagram.com/likeitstheweekend instagram.com/get_hemmered instagram.com/thisisjakeb

  6. Instagram Live and Interview Lags...and Addison Rae? - EP 21.5

    Is this what happens when Jake is left alone?? Everything falls apart! Hemmy is in Jamaica on her honeymoon but still manages to join the episode from the beach! Jake tries to do and Instagram live/interview which fails...so instead, you get to hear a bonus interview with ADISON RAE!! My guest…

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  7. Magical Honeymoons and Moving Hacks - EP 21

    Are you still reading this? Thank you for being patient, because we accidently took a couple weeks off...we'll talk about it in this episode. Plus, Jake is super stressed out and Hemmy is about to have ZERO stress with a trip to Jamaica. FOLLOW US: instagram.com/likeitstheweekend...

  8. Two Phones and Too Plastered - Ep 20

    This week, Hemmy is still feeling the pain from her weekend adventures and may never drink coffee again; Jake is living off the grid and has a super secret announcement! instagram.com/likeitstheweekend instagram.com/get_hemmered instagram.com/thisisjakeb

  9. Frozen Pipes and Favorite Pork - Ep 19

    We're late again...sorry!! We're blaming the snow storm. This week, Jake is in a new (temporary) work space and Hemmy is working from home because the pipes are frozen at her office! Jake lost his wallet, so if you find it please don't spend all his money. We also want to know your bacon...

  10. Near-Death Experience and New Episodes - EP 18

    JAKE'S GOT A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!! If you've been listening, you can probably guess what it is. This week, we also talk about all the shows we're watching and if we like binging VS new episodes every week. Hemmy share's a near death experience...which is separate from her dogs trying to eat her…

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  11. Getting Old and Going Overseas - EP 17

    This week starts off crazy with a mind-blowing revelation about....laundry. Which leads perfectly into Jake talking about his 30th birthday and how both he and Hemmy feel "old." We also find out that Hemmy has a honeymoon planned, discuss the upcoming "big game" and controversies around it, plus...

  12. Gift Cards and Getting Cancelled - EP 16

    This week, Hemmy is on semi-vacation and hanging out with Cathy, and Jake is going back to the ninja gym! Jake has a House Hunters update and Hemmy got a special gift from iHeartRadio. We also talk about the Harry Potter news and drama! Follow us: instagram.com/likeitstheweekend...

  13. Bandwagon Anger and Being Active - EP 15

    Jake and Hemmy show off their sports expertise...heavy sarcasm...and discuss why Jake pretty much only cares about teams from other countries. Plus they talk about if they've been keeping up with their fitness goals, how Hemmy's mom is getting surgery, and how Jake's house hunt is going! Need to...

  14. Anniversary Plans and Acquiring Property - EP 14

    Jake and Hemmy both have anniversaries coming up this week! Jake has been married for four years now, and recounts how previous anniversary celebrations went wrong. Hemmy and Scott actually met 8 years ago this week, but it’s also been a year since she was laid off. She opens up about how that…

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  15. Dog Emergencies and Daily Exercises - EP 13

    2021 got off to a rough start...for Jake's dogs and she had to go to the emergency vet! We talk about that, plus we also have a way to win some $$$ while you work towards your 2021 fitness goals, and we share some of our favorite music: Hemmy's Song of the Week:...

  16. Christmas Ghosts and Counting Goals - EP 12

    We're almost through 2020! Do you have any New Years resolutions? If so, Jake might hate you for it...Hemmy talks about her goals, we talk about Christmas and our favorite gifts, and Hemmy manages to do the full podcast from a haunted studio. If you're curious about Jake's sweater, you can find…

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  17. True Crime and Tearful Chronicles - EP 11

    Happy Holidays!!! We made it to the week of Christmas and you know we've been going in on the Christmas movies...so of course we've got a couple more reviews for you (sorry). We also put our friendship to the test with a 'How Well Do You Know Each Other" game, and give you our favorite podcasts,...

  18. Pee Breaks and Poppin' Bottles - BONUS EP 10.5

    HAPPY FRIDAY! We're one week until Christmas and we both had the day off, so why not do a bonus episode?? We'd recommend you pour up your favorite adult beverage to join us for this one (unless your driving). Hemmy talks about her time as a magicians assistant, her dogs biggest fears, and Jake...

  19. Ninja Warrior Stories and Nasty Wisconsin Sandwiches - EP 10

    This week we talk about how Jake got into Ninja Warrior and applying for the new season, the best Beer Cities that we can't visit (thanks COVID), and weird Wisconsin traditions that will ruin your holidays. Watch Jake's Ninja Warrior run from Season 11 on our Instagram:...

  20. Dog Cuddles and Deep Conversations - EP 09

    We're back...after some sad news. We talk about that and why Jake got to hangout with Hemmy's dogs (and her). Jake thought he had Covid, Hemmy gave another Christmas movie review and we talk about our dogs, obviously. JOIN OUR MAILING LIST!! (Not officially setup yet, but we're working on it)…

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  21. Turkey Plans and Testing Positive - EP 08

    Happy Thanksgiving! This week, Hemmy is at home with her parents and in full vacation mode! We talk about our turkey day plans, a family member missing out after testing positive, Black Friday shopping, and Jake gives his review of Midnight at The Magnolia! This has basically turned into a...

  22. Breaking Rules and Breakfast Rosé - EP 07

    We’re back! We didn’t mean to take a week off but Jake took a vacation, and Hemmy got sick. Life happens! This week, we talk about Jake’s trip and why he wanted to fight someone on the plane, Covid tests, and starting your morning with alcohol...cheers! Follow us! instagram.com/likeitstheweekend...

  23. Safety Concerns and Spending Cash - EP 06

    Hemmy was confronted by a random man who broke into her work...seriously! We talked about that and what we did this past weekend, which somehow lead to things that easily make us cry. We also discuss how, as adults, we are financially wiser....or at least we're working on it. Thank you so much…

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  24. Wine Pairing and Watching Potter - EP 05

    Happy Halloweek! Jake found the best wine and Halloween candy pairings for us to try this year, plus we talk about non-horror Halloween movies worth watching, and throw in a couple Christmas movies, but the most important topic was our love/hate for Harry Potter! Best Halloween Candy and Wine...

  25. Salad Conundrum and Seeing Colors - EP 04

    This week we get a little deep about seasonal depression, but then turn it around and laugh hysterically about salad...yes, salad. We also learn more about Hemmy's colorblindness and need your help putting her eyes to the test! Hit us up below: Sexy 2020 Halloween Costumes:...

  26. Urban Legends and Unusual Look-Alikes - EP 03

    This week we talked about Jake's trial and error at making new friends, Hemmy's early Halloween celebration, strolling through cemeteries, and the biggest urban legends from our home states that we had never heard of. Zombie Road:...

  27. Hocus Pocus and Heart Problems - EP 02

    This week we talked about our honest thoughts on the movie Hocus Pocus, our Pandemic-Halloween plans, why some songs don't get played on the radio, and find out if Jake's dog would save his life in an emergency situation. Follow us! https://www.instagram.com/likeitstheweekend/...

  28. Podcasting Like It's The Weekend - EP 01

    We unintentionally started a podcast on International Podcast Day...we'll take that as a good sign! Listen as we talk about why Jake constantly wakes up at 4am, why Hemmy has a goose on her porch, and how this was almost a coffee podcast. You can follow us: https://www.instagram.com/get_hemmered/...

  29. How We Met (Intro Episode)

    We've never technically worked together or for the same radio station, we don't work in the same city, we're not in a relationship, so how'd we meet? We know you're going to ask...so listen to find out!

  30. How Jake Got Into Radio (Intro Episode)

    Sometimes dressing for the job you want gets you a job you didn't want. We talk about how a pair of tight pants helped Jake get his first on air job, even after telling his boss "No."

  31. How Hemmy Got Into Radio (Intro Episode)

    We get asked all the time "How'd you start in radio?" or "How can I get a radio job?" so we figured we'd share our experience! Hear how working in a cigar bar and being sarcastic to the boss helped Hemmy kickoff her radio career.

  32. Be Excited...Like It's The Weekend (Introduction)

    Hey, we're Jake and Hemmy! We both work in radio and are trying not to get stuck in a "working for the weekend" mentality. Join us every Wednesday as we strive to find the positives throughout the week and celebrate that we're halfway to the weekend.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

We aren't fans of the "working for the weekend" mentality and believe you should treat every day like it's the weekend! Obviously, some days suck and you need the weekend to unwind, but we'll strive to find the positives throughout the week, and give you something to look forward to at the halfway mark.

Lookout for new episodes every Wednesday!

HOSTED BY

Jake and Hemmy

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What is Like It's The Weekend about?

We aren't fans of the "working for the weekend" mentality and believe you should treat every day like it's the weekend! Obviously, some days suck and you need the weekend to unwind, but we'll strive to find the positives throughout the week, and give you something to look forward to at the halfway...

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Like It's The Weekend is created and hosted by Jake and Hemmy.
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