A Day in the Life of Radio Host Jay-Jay Feeney and Her Furry Friend Kanye
A Day in the Life of Radio Host Jay-Jay Feeney and Her Furry Friend Kanye
Radio host Jay-Jay Feeney’s packed work schedule leaves little energy for exercise, but her mornings are perfect for life admin and quality time with her Sydney silky, Kanye, whom she shares with her ex-husband.
My Morning Routine
Waking up before 8 am should be illegal! After over 20 years of breakfast radio and 5 am starts, I now sleep in until I feel like getting up. The first thing I do is take my dog out for a quick bathroom break (if he’s with me) and check my phone for overnight news.
Breakfast Time
My breakfast is usually Vegemite on toast and a trim latte.
Preparing for the Show
My mornings are spent preparing for my radio show – sending thoughts and ideas to our show group chat and scrolling online for inspiration. It’s also the only time I have to cram in appointments like hair, waxing, brows, doctor visits, etc. I’m at work from noon until 7 pm each day, so I only have mornings for life admin.
Lunchtime
Lunchtime means getting to work and planning the show. Sometimes I take lunch, sometimes I order Uber Eats, just whatever is most convenient.
Afternoon Prep
By 2 pm, I’m almost ready to go on air. This is when we meet with the boss and talk him through our show plan and record any last-minute interviews.
Work Life
Most days, I’m at More FM. My job consumes me, but I genuinely love it and wouldn’t have it any other way. Some days I’m tired and grumpy, but I’m a woman after all!
Peak Radio Time
At 5 pm, I’m in the middle of the show – this is the peak time when people are leaving work and getting in their cars. Most radio listening is done in cars.
Evening Relaxation
I like to spend my evenings on the couch with a glass of wine and a good TV show. After work, I’m so exhausted and don’t feel like talking to anyone anymore. But sometimes I’ll go out with friends or have friends over. My life is pretty simple during the week.
Bedtime Routine
I’m in bed by between 10:30 pm and 11:30 pm mostly. It depends if I’m hooked on something gripping on TV. My bedtime routine is teeth, face, clothes off, lights out.
Kanye’s Schedule
My Sydney silky dog Kanye lives with my ex-husband, Dom, but because Dom works at 5 am and Kanye hates being alone, Dom drops him off to me on his way to work, and I drop him back on my way to work at midday. It’s a great arrangement. Kanye only stays over if Dom is busy at night or away.
One Change I’d Make
The one thing I would like to change about my daytime routine is exercise. I would love to get into the habit of doing that first thing in the morning, but I find it really hard to get motivated.
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