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C
Okay, let's sizzle. Donna. Donna. Donna. Donna.
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D
Good morning, Donna.
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C
Donna. Welcome in. How you feeling?
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D
Thank you very much. I'm feeling like Rocky. Like Rocky getting ready to fight Apollo Creed.
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C
Okay. Look at that. I love her already. I love her already. I'm asking everybody. Was there any prep for playing this silly little game we call the Suburb Summer Sizzler, or are you just a lover of music and you know all these songs already?
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D
Well, I've been listening to you since 2004. And I'm a 6 to 10 listener five days a week. And, yeah, I feel I'm pretty educated.
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C
Donna, say more. I love everything you're saying right now.
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Wow.
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C
How could I not be rooting for? Well, because Susanna's playing the Heights. That's my hood. Oh, that's tough. Susanna, what are you doing? Hi, Susanna.
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Hello.
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C
How are you?
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I'm doing good.
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C
Donna just rifled through that. She knows this music. She's been listening for 23 years to the Rod Ryan Show. All this stuff Santa Fe. It's like she's trying to win my heart over. But, you know, my heart's in the heights. What's going on here? So, Susanna, same question for Donna, though. I mean, did you practice to get here? I mean, you know, you've known you're playing for a little bit.
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Practice.
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C
How did it go?
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I've been listening. It's tough.
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C
It's tough. Yeah.
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There's.
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C
I'll start with you, Suzanne. Have you heard the games that have been played? Have you been listening to see, like, what it sounds like and what people are getting? What kind of music they're getting are the songs that we've been playing. Do they sound familiar to you, Susanna?
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Oh, some of them.
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C
Some of them.
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Yeah.
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I guess some of them I can get right away. There's some that I have to think about.
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C
Like. Like, Donna, I've been listening to the show for 23 years. And some of these songs are difficult for me.
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F
Oh, yeah.
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C
I'm embarrassed. How do I not Like. Yeah, that's.
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E
It's different. And there's pressure.
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C
I knew that was Sether. I knew it was Sether the other day. I just didn't know the name of the song. Damn it. Woo.
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It's gonna be fine.
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D
It's a game.
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It's fun.
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C
All right. Pressure. No pressure.
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D
No.
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No pressure. Donna. Donna, are you ready?
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Ready.
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Okay. Susanna, are you ready?
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I'm ready.
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Santa Fe takes on the Heights. I'll say this. I got you. I got you pumped up here on my board. But, Susanna, I could use you. Just. Boom. Make sure you yell out that name when you think you know the answer. Okay?
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E
Okay. All right.
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C
I want to be able to hear you. Alex tells me this is game 15.
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Yeah.
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C
The suburb Summer Sizzler. Holy Canoli. Here we go. Week three. Yeah. Day 15. Right. I'm going to play you a clip of a very popular song here. Don has been listening to it for 23 years. Shout out your name when you think you know the name of the band and the name of the song. Here we go. I wish you the bo. I wish both of you the best. Here we go. Mo. Close your eyes and song. I have to block out thoughts of you. Donna.
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Blue October. Hate me. Our Houston boy.
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I might be in love with you Holy cow. I mean, she came in hot, too. She came in hot. Susanna, what are you thinking? You know that song, huh?
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Yes.
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Yeah.
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She said her name faster. But you know what? She. I felt like she intimidated me.
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C
Susanna.
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Loud and proud.
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C
We were all like, maybe call it scar. Okay? She intimidated all of us just the loudest. People yelled their names during.
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That was awesome.
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E
She got dirt over here.
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C
She's making me wish that we did victory speeches. Because, you know it'd be good. You know it'd be good. Susanna. My heights. The heights is out.
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Bye, Susanna. Thank you.
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Bye, Susanna.
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Bye.
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C
All right. Thank you for calling down to the sweetheart of the tournament. Holy cow, Donna. She stole our hearts. Now, we don't know. What if maybe you're just like the biggest Blue October fan on the planet? You know all this. You know all these songs like that. Are you gonna do that?
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Well, every time I'm going to I'm in it to win it. I need that five grand Golf Queen.
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Yeah.
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Don't let it stop you. Donna Santa Fe. What a game.
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Summary4 min read

The Rod Ryan Show – Suburb Summer Sizzler Day 15 (Santa Fe vs The Heights)

Date: August 7, 2026
Station: 94.5 The Buzz (KTBZ-FM), Houston's Rock and Alternative
Segment: Suburb Summer Sizzler – Day 15: Santa Fe (Donna) vs The Heights (Susanna)

Episode Overview

This episode features Day 15 of the Suburb Summer Sizzler, a musical trivia contest pitting Houston suburbs against each other in a high-energy, listener-driven competition. Contestants Donna from Santa Fe and Susanna from The Heights face off live on air, vying for hometown bragging rights and a shot at the $5,000 grand prize. The atmosphere is energetic, supportive, and filled with community pride, spirited competition, and plenty of classic Rod Ryan Show banter.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Meet the Contestants

Donna (Santa Fe)
- Longtime listener since 2004; tunes in five days a week, 6–10am.
- “I'm feeling like Rocky. Like Rocky getting ready to fight Apollo Creed.” (01:02, Donna)
- Confident, enthusiastic, and deeply knowledgeable about music and show history.
Susanna (The Heights)
- Admits some nerves; has also been listening but not as extensively.
- Open about the challenge’s difficulty: “Some of them I can get right away. There's some that I have to think about.” (02:38, Susanna)

2. Preparation & Nerves

Host (Ryan) probes both contestants about their prep methods.
Both agree the contest's pressure makes name-that-tune harder, even for veteran listeners.
- “It's different. And there's pressure.” (02:52, Susanna)
- Ryan jokes about missing song titles: “I knew that was Seether the other day. I just didn't know the name of the song. Damn it.” (02:54, Ryan)

3. Game Rules & Setup

Contestants must shout out their names, then the band and song title, as quickly as possible upon recognizing the song.
Ryan emphasizes clarity and a fair contest: “Make sure you yell out that name when you think you know the answer.” (03:25, Ryan)

4. The Showdown

[03:31] – Game 15 kicks off; both contestants are hyped.

Ryan cues up the clip: “I have to block out thoughts of you” (from Blue October’s "Hate Me").
Donna dominates:
- “Blue October. Hate me. Our Houston boy.” (04:01, Donna)
- Immediate, confident, accurate—showing her local music knowledge, endearing herself to staff and listeners.

5. Reaction & Camaraderie

Ryan (and co-hosts) are impressed with Donna's speed and passion.
- “I might be in love with you. Holy cow. I mean, she came in hot, too.” (04:18, Ryan)
Susanna concedes quickly but notes the intimidation factor:
- “She said her name faster. But you know what? I felt like she intimidated me.” (04:32, Susanna)
Laughter and respect all around for both contestants.

6. Victory & Closing

Donna advances; The Heights is knocked out.
- “Bye, Susanna. Thank you.” (05:09, Donna)
Donna shares her motivation: “I'm in it to win it. I need that five grand Golf Queen.” (05:25, Donna)
Show hosts heap praise on Donna for both her skill and infectious energy, dubbing her the sweetheart of the tournament.

Memorable Quotes

Donna:
- “[I’m] feeling like Rocky. Like Rocky getting ready to fight Apollo Creed.” (01:02)
- “Blue October. Hate me. Our Houston boy.” (04:01)
- “I'm in it to win it. I need that five grand Golf Queen.” (05:25)
Susanna:
- “Some of them I can get right away. There's some that I have to think about.” (02:38)
- “She said her name faster. But you know what? I felt like she intimidated me.” (04:32)
Ryan (Host):
- “I might be in love with you. Holy cow. I mean, she came in hot, too.” (04:18)
- “She's making me wish that we did victory speeches. Because, you know it'd be good.” (05:01)

Important Timestamps

[00:46] – Game introduction begins
[01:02] – Donna brings the Rocky energy
[02:22–02:54] – Contestant nerves & pressure discussion
[03:31] – Official game kickoff (Game 15)
[04:01] – Donna instantly nails the answer
[04:18] – Host reaction to Donna's performance
[04:32] – Susanna reflects on being "intimidated"
[05:09] – Wrap-up, Donna advances, heartfelt goodbyes

Tone & Style

The atmosphere is lively, humorous, and full of Houston spirit. The hosts foster camaraderie while encouraging competitive fun—a blend of banter, genuine affection, and high-stakes energy throughout the Suburb Summer Sizzler competition.

Summary

In this electric Day 15 broadcast of the Suburb Summer Sizzler, Donna from Santa Fe triumphs over Susanna from The Heights in a fast-paced round of musical trivia, showing not only deep knowledge of Houston’s rock music but also remarkable stage presence. The episode exemplifies both the competitive fun and local pride that define The Rod Ryan Show, with memorable personalities, community cheer, and an undercurrent of friendly rivalry. Donna’s relatable confidence and quick-thinking make her a standout, as the show continues its search for Houston’s ultimate suburb sizzler.

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[00:00]
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Hey, guys, it's Ryan. I want to tell you about my new pastime, Chumba Casino. Chumba Casino has been around for over a decade, delivering the most fun you can have online. Play social casino style games for free, anytime, anywhere. So sign up@chumbacasino.com no purchase necessary. BGW terms and conditions 21 +.
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These days, it's getting harder and harder to trust what you're seeing. Who made it? Is it real? But with iHeart, everything you hear is guaranteed human. That's why 78% of listeners trust their favorite radio host's product recommendations. And if you own or manage a business here or need to drive sales, that trust goes a long way in creating your Future customers. Make iHeartMedia a part of your 2026 plan today. Call 844-844-IHeart. Again, that's 844-844-IHEART.
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C
Okay, let's sizzle. Donna. Donna. Donna. Donna.
[00:57]
D
Good morning, Donna.
[01:00]
C
Donna. Welcome in. How you feeling?
[01:02]
D
Thank you very much. I'm feeling like Rocky. Like Rocky getting ready to fight Apollo Creed.
[01:07]
C
Okay. Look at that. I love her already. I love her already. I'm asking everybody. Was there any prep for playing this silly little game we call the Suburb Summer Sizzler, or are you just a lover of music and you know all these songs already?
[01:24]
D
Well, I've been listening to you since 2004. And I'm a 6 to 10 listener five days a week. And, yeah, I feel I'm pretty educated.
[01:33]
C
Donna, say more. I love everything you're saying right now.
[01:36]
A
Wow.
[01:37]
C
How could I not be rooting for? Well, because Susanna's playing the Heights. That's my hood. Oh, that's tough. Susanna, what are you doing? Hi, Susanna.
[01:48]
E
Hello.
[01:49]
C
How are you?
[01:50]
E
I'm doing good.
[01:52]
C
Donna just rifled through that. She knows this music. She's been listening for 23 years to the Rod Ryan Show. All this stuff Santa Fe. It's like she's trying to win my heart over. But, you know, my heart's in the heights. What's going on here? So, Susanna, same question for Donna, though. I mean, did you practice to get here? I mean, you know, you've known you're playing for a little bit.
[02:13]
E
Practice.
[02:14]
C
How did it go?
[02:16]
E
I've been listening. It's tough.
[02:19]
C
It's tough. Yeah.
[02:20]
E
There's.
[02:22]
C
I'll start with you, Suzanne. Have you heard the games that have been played? Have you been listening to see, like, what it sounds like and what people are getting? What kind of music they're getting are the songs that we've been playing. Do they sound familiar to you, Susanna?
[02:35]
E
Oh, some of them.
[02:36]
C
Some of them.
[02:38]
F
Yeah.
[02:38]
E
I guess some of them I can get right away. There's some that I have to think about.
[02:42]
C
Like. Like, Donna, I've been listening to the show for 23 years. And some of these songs are difficult for me.
[02:48]
F
Oh, yeah.
[02:49]
C
I'm embarrassed. How do I not Like. Yeah, that's.
[02:52]
E
It's different. And there's pressure.
[02:54]
C
I knew that was Sether. I knew it was Sether the other day. I just didn't know the name of the song. Damn it. Woo.
[03:01]
B
It's gonna be fine.
[03:01]
D
It's a game.
[03:02]
A
It's fun.
[03:02]
C
All right. Pressure. No pressure.
[03:04]
D
No.
[03:04]
C
No pressure. Donna. Donna, are you ready?
[03:09]
D
Ready.
[03:10]
C
Okay. Susanna, are you ready?
[03:13]
E
I'm ready.
[03:14]
C
Santa Fe takes on the Heights. I'll say this. I got you. I got you pumped up here on my board. But, Susanna, I could use you. Just. Boom. Make sure you yell out that name when you think you know the answer. Okay?
[03:26]
E
Okay. All right.
[03:26]
C
I want to be able to hear you. Alex tells me this is game 15.
[03:31]
F
Yeah.
[03:32]
C
The suburb Summer Sizzler. Holy Canoli. Here we go. Week three. Yeah. Day 15. Right. I'm going to play you a clip of a very popular song here. Don has been listening to it for 23 years. Shout out your name when you think you know the name of the band and the name of the song. Here we go. I wish you the bo. I wish both of you the best. Here we go. Mo. Close your eyes and song. I have to block out thoughts of you. Donna.
[04:01]
D
Blue October. Hate me. Our Houston boy.
[04:18]
C
I might be in love with you Holy cow. I mean, she came in hot, too. She came in hot. Susanna, what are you thinking? You know that song, huh?
[04:30]
E
Yes.
[04:31]
C
Yeah.
[04:32]
E
She said her name faster. But you know what? She. I felt like she intimidated me.
[04:41]
C
Susanna.
[04:42]
D
Loud and proud.
[04:43]
C
We were all like, maybe call it scar. Okay? She intimidated all of us just the loudest. People yelled their names during.
[04:57]
B
That was awesome.
[04:59]
E
She got dirt over here.
[05:01]
C
She's making me wish that we did victory speeches. Because, you know it'd be good. You know it'd be good. Susanna. My heights. The heights is out.
[05:09]
D
Bye, Susanna. Thank you.
[05:11]
C
Bye, Susanna.
[05:12]
E
Bye.
[05:12]
C
All right. Thank you for calling down to the sweetheart of the tournament. Holy cow, Donna. She stole our hearts. Now, we don't know. What if maybe you're just like the biggest Blue October fan on the planet? You know all this. You know all these songs like that. Are you gonna do that?
[05:25]
D
Well, every time I'm going to I'm in it to win it. I need that five grand Golf Queen.
[05:31]
B
Yeah.
[05:32]
C
Don't let it stop you. Donna Santa Fe. What a game.
[05:37]
F
Bubba Wallace here from 2311. Racing on the track. My car's look is everything. But today I'm talking about more than just paint schemes. I'm talking about my favorite games at Chumba Casino. Check out exclusives like Stampede Fury and my own King Crock Fury. It's just as wild as my car looked in Texas. With over 200 games and new ones weekly play for free at chumbacasino.com let's Chumba.
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A
Sponsored by Chumba Casino. No purchase necessary. VGW Group Voidwear prohibited by law. 21 plus terms and conditions apply.
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B
These days, it's getting harder and harder to trust what you're seeing. Who made it? Is it real? But with iHeart, everything you hear is guaranteed. Human. That's why 78% of listeners trust their favorite radio host's product recommendations. And if you own or manage a business here or need to drive sales, that trust goes a long way in creating your Future customers. Make iHeartMedia a part of your 2020 plan today. Visit iheartadvertising. Com Again, that's iheartadvertising. Com.