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Comedian Kathleen Madigan opens her Pub every week to talk about everything and anything fun in her world. Light bar conversations ranging from her parents to unsolved mysteries, sports to chimpanzee documentaries.

Kathleen Madigan


    • Dec 7, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 22m AVG DURATION
    • 163 EPISODES

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    The Madigan's Pubcast podcast is a hilarious and entertaining show hosted by comedian Kathleen Madigan. From the moment I started listening, I was immediately captivated by her witty humor and engaging storytelling. The podcast offers a unique opportunity to get to know Kathleen on a more personal level as she shares her thoughts and opinions on a wide range of topics.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is Kathleen's ability to entertain and engage her audience. Her storytelling skills are top-notch, and she has a knack for finding humor in everyday situations. Whether she's discussing current events, sharing personal anecdotes, or diving into obscure trivia, Kathleen consistently brings the laughs. Additionally, her dynamic chemistry with co-host Lewis makes for an enjoyable listening experience.

    Another great aspect of the podcast is its variety of content. Each episode is filled with an eclectic mix of news highlights, quirky stories, and interesting tidbits that keep listeners entertained from start to finish. Whether you're a fan of comedy, news, or just looking for some light-hearted entertainment, The Madigan's Pubcast has something for everyone.

    While it's challenging to find any significant flaws in this podcast, one minor drawback may be that some listeners who were expecting Kathleen's stand-up comedy style may be disappointed by the format change. The podcast focuses more on casual conversation rather than traditional stand-up routines. However, for those who enjoy getting to know comedians on a more personal level and hearing their insights outside of the stage, this shift in format is actually quite refreshing.

    In conclusion, The Madigan's Pubcast podcast is an absolute gem that provides laughter and entertainment week after week. Kathleen Madigan's comedic talent shines through every episode, making it a must-listen for fans of comedy and anyone looking for a lighthearted escape from everyday life. Cheers to Kathleen and Lewis for creating such an enjoyable podcast that truly brightens up my day!



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    Latest episodes from Madigan's Pubcast

    Episode 161: Canadian Super Pigs, The Fanciest McDonald's, & The End of Endless Shrimp

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2023 103:57


    Kathleen opens the show drinking Evan Williams Egg Nog and Ruby Ale from McMenamin's Brewery in Oregon. She reviews her weekend of sold-out shows in Eugene Portland Oregon and Seattle WA, advising Termites where her favorite bars and fun places to visit are in each city. COURT NEWS: Kathleen celebrates Jelly Roll's 39th birthday, Dolly advises that Hollywood was the most depressing place that she's ever seen, and Taylor Swift is Time Magazine's 2023 Person of the Year.“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples HAB Garlic Carrot Habanero Hot Sauce from the Sauce Lord, Cocoa Bomb Chocolate Whiskey, Tim's Sasquatch Surprise Chips, and Tim's Dungeness Crab Chips. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the sale of the 1914 Babe Ruth baseball card, the Chief of the Saskatchewan Piapot tribe that Buffy Sainte-Marie had stated she is a member of has requested that she take a DNA test to prove her ethnicity, and Mattress Mack has launched a new promotion to support the Texas Longhorns NCAA Football title run. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a rare animal thought to be extinct suddenly found by a dog on a South African beach and the birth of a rare Black Rhino in a UK zoo. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on KISS fans' disappointment over the band's final performance, the 3-year “Life At Sea” cruise has been canceled, a Medieval castle is for sale in France, the long-hidden Monet's “Water Lilies” has sold for $74M, invasive Canadian “Super Pigs” set to cross the US border, a Minnesota middle school bans cell phones, Warren Buffet's ‘#2' Charlie Munger passes away but leaves behind his advice for a good life, Red Lobster ends it's ‘Endless Shrimp' promotion, and we peek inside the world's “poshest” McDonalds located in Maine. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching Hallmark Channel holiday movies “My Norwegian Holiday” and “A Merry Scottish Christmas,” and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 160: Swiftie University, Ghost Bagging, & Hallmark Christmas Movie Season Begins

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2023 86:50


    Kathleen opens the show drinking Evan Williams Egg Nog, which is her favorite Christmas drink. She reviews her Thanksgiving weekend spent with family in Missouri, betting on football with her nephews and bowling with her cousins on Black Friday. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen is thrilled to add King Snoop Dogg to the Court! Taylor Swift has announced the home streaming release of her Eras Tour concert film, and UC Berkeley is offering a Taylor Swift influence course. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Buffalo Wing Cheez-Its, Hot Cocoa Cream Oreos, and Tapatio Doritos. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on a Buffy Sainte-Marie documentary, and Banksy revealed his name in a 2003 interview, Vegas's inaugural F1 event was a disaster.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about a boy's discovery of a treasure trove of ancient Egyptian artifacts while digging for potatoes in the UK, and a hoard of 100,000 centuries-old coins was recently discovered in Japan. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles applauding Cracker Barrel's $130 family holiday dinner, Napoleon's hat sells for over $2M at a French auction, the Rolling Stones new 2024 tour is being sponsored by AARP, another a**hole dog gets adopted, In-N-Out Burger files a plan for its first Tennessee location, Mattel releases and then sells out of new Mariah Carey Barbie, Mozart's 50-room castle is for sale, the Vatican museums open an ancient Roman necropolis to the public for the first time, “ghost bagging” is explained after an arrest at the Nashville airport, and she reviews the science behind red wine hangovers. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends listening to “A Very British Cult” podcast and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 159: Thanksgiving Day Gambling, Atomic Haircuts, & Embracing Gen Z Vibes

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 90:13


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a Florida Orange IPA from 3 Daughters Brewing. She talks about her weekend at The Villages and Gatorland and discusses her plans for Thanksgiving with her family in Missouri. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen is thrilled to add new King Jelly Roll to the court, and reports that Queen Dolly's “Rockstar” movie was fantastic, Cher is promoting her holiday album, and Taylor Swift was welcomed by Brazilian Swifties by projecting her famous “Junior Jewels” t-shirt on the city's Christ the Redeemer statue. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Herr's Gameday Wiz Wit chips, Pringles Paprika flavored chips from Iceland, and a gator mixed meat stick. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the US's official Panda agreement with China, Pablo Escobar's hippos are back in the news in Colombia, Shakira reaches a deal to settle her tax fraud trial, the world's most sought-after whiskey sells for $2.7M, “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of imported trees in Greenland that prove that Vikings arrived in North America well before Columbus, and the lost continent Argoland has been discovered hidden beneath jungles. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on invasive lizards the size of dogs roaming South Carolina, a damaged Banksy mural in Venice will be restored, Missouri's first Buc-ee's will open in December, Gen Z workers say they should be hired for their personality rather than productivity, Frontier Airlines' 2024 “all-you-can-fly” GoWild pass launches, the rarest baseball card goes up to auction, we learn what tiny pockets in jeans are actually for, a “miracle” Virgin Mary statue is weeping at a church in Mexico, and former First Lady Rosalynn Carter has passed away at age 96 years. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching the Jelly Roll “Save Me” documentary on Hulu, and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Madigan's Pubcast Bonus Episode: “Blood On Their Hands”: A Conversation with Mandy Matney

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2023 74:55


    In this Bonus episode of Madigan's Pubcast, rockstar journalist and newly published best-selling author Mandy Matney joins Kathleen to discuss true crime, psychopaths, Mandy's new book, and everything else under the sun. Kathleen and Termites everywhere have not only followed but become fans of Mandy's daring and brave coverage of South Carolina's Murdaugh Murders, detailed in her Murdaugh Murders podcast which has grown into one of her many new projects: True Sunlight. Mandy's new book, Blood on Their Hands is OUT NOW! Go to www.bloodontheirhandsbook.com to learn more. Follow Mandy on social media at: Instagram: @mandy_matney X: @MandyMatney Facebook: @MandyMatneyInvestigates Join Kathleen and subscribe to Mandy's True Sunlight podcast wherever you get your podcasts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 158: Bankrupting the Vegas Sphere, Swiftie Seances, & Pizza Hut's New Snake Pizza

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 90:27


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a Volksbier Vienna-style lager from Wibby Brewing. She reviews her amazing weekend doing 2 sold-out shows in Denver at The Paramount, enjoying Bloody Mary's at Sams No.3's Hammer Bar walking through Larimer Square and hanging out with friends Josh Blue and John Novosad backstage after her shows.QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Dolly Parton's Imagination Library has expanded to Missouri, and her Rockstar film opens for 48 hours this week, Taylor Swift's Vancouver ticket sales are setting records on the secondary market and her postponed Argentina show prompts the regional airline to waive change fees, and Tanya Tucker was absolutely fabulous in her CMA performance celebrating her induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame.“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Conimex Indonesian Shrimp Crisps and Boulder Canyon Kettle Chips.UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the flawless vivid blue diamond selling for $44M, and the Qanon Shaman is running for Congress.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about discovery of 100K year old mammoth bones while fishing in a Russian river, and a video captures a long-lost echidna species that wasn't seen for decades.FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Pizza Hut's new snake pizza, anti-oil protesting Children smash the glass of a rare Velazquez painting in London, a rare Titanic first-class menu offers details of life onboard, ticket prices plummet for the F1 Grand Prix in Las Vegas, another Missouri teacher is discovered to be on OnlyFans, the Las Vegas Sphere is almost bankrupt after losing $100M in its first few weeks since opening, a woman had a 700-yr-old painting over her stove for decades, Churchill's golden toilet is stolen, and an Arizona golf course is under attack by a group of javelinas.WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Escaping Twin Flames” on Netflix, and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 157: A St. Louis Pub Crawl, Basquiat's Selfie, & Explaining YOLO

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 80:22


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a Busch Light and reviewing her hometown weekend playing the Stifel Theatre in St. Louis. She shares the details of a 3-day intermittent pub crawl throughout St. Louis with her cousins, stopping at McGurk's Irish Pub, Ballpark Village, and Tucker's Place. She loved her IMO's bacon pizza after her sold-out show and announced that the family after-party was “epic.”QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Dolly Parton's new HeartSong resort lodge has opened in Tennessee and her Rockstar album is being released November 17th, Queen Taylor Swift is preparing for her South American tour, Tanya Tucker is performing at the CMA's, and Cher is promoting her “Christmas” holiday album. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Gooey Butter Cake from Schnuck's grocery, given to her by her friend Courtney from The Courtney Show in STL. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the “Crazy Plane Lady” admitting she had a meltdown, Mark Zuckerberg's MMA training, and WeWork files for bankruptcy.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of the San Jose shipwreck off the coast of Colombia, and the lost continent Argoland has been discovered hidden beneath jungles in Southeast Asia. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the sale of Basquiat's self-portrait, Sam Bankman-Fried's guilty verdict, an endangered bison has been spotted in Thailand, a passenger chases a plane on the tarmac after a missed flight, the 4th oldest nautical chart sold at auction, Michelangelo's secret drawing room in Florence opens to the public, Dunkin' Donuts is offering free donuts for the rest of the year, Goldie Hawn says she was touched by aliens, scientists are studying a 116-yr-old woman to develop cures for diseases, a rare spotted deer was born at the Chester Zoo, and an off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot says he took magic mushrooms before trying to shut down airplane engines mid-flight. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “NYAD” on Netlix, and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 156: UFC + Bud Light, Meeting Mattress Mack & Dolly's Rockstar Movie Announcement

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 81:29


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a Neato Bandito from Deep Ellum Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend in Texas performing in Fort Worth and Houston. She watched a longhorn cattle drive at the Fort Worth Stockyards ate at Riscky's Steakhouse and the Original Ninfa's, and had the opportunity to meet Mattress Mack at his original Gallery Furniture location in Houston. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Dolly Parton has announced a global first-listen fan event for her Rockstar album in theatres Nov 15th and also teaming up with Cracker Barrel on a Rockstar release. Tanya Tucker has finally been inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, and Taylor Swift's “1989 – Taylor's Version” album's release will be the biggest release of 2023. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Lonestar Popcorn, Rudy's Original Texas BBQ Sauce, Uncle Dave's Kettle Korn, and Limited Edition Red Velvet Oreo Cookies. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Mattress Mack's 2023 World Series bet, banks backing Elon's Twitter purchase expect to lost $2B on the deal, and FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried completely cracks on the stand.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of Noah's Ark in Turkey, and ancient face carvings are exposed as Amazon water level drops to record lows. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Christine McVie's estate and Pat Benatar selling their music catalogs, UFC contracts a sponsorship deal with Bud Light, United Airlines implements a new boarding process, Sears reopens a single store in a California mall, Travis Kelce releases new KC style bbq meals at Walmart, Annika Sorenstam is the newest member at Augusta National, and a CBC investigation says Canadian folk icon Buffy Sainte-Marie has falsely claimed her native identity. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching the Fifth Estate's episode investigating Buffy Sainte-Marie, and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 155: Pickleball Violence, Taco Bell's New Nuggets & Bidding Farewell to the National Pandas

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 79:25


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a Brunch Crunch Blonde Ale from Mully's Brewery in Frederick, MD. She reviews her weekend doing shows in Virginia Beach and Washington DC, eating at the Old Ebbitt Grill, and taking the opportunity to see the Giant Pandas at the National Zoo in DC before they return to China later this year. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Cher has released her first-holiday album entitled “Christmas,” Queen Dolly Parton has released the latest single “Wrecking Ball” from her Rockstar album, and Queen Taylor Swift attended another Chief's home game (against the Chargers) as she prepares for the “Taylor's Version” release of her 1989 album on October 27th. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Berger Cookies from Baltimore, Albanese “World's Best” gummy bears, and Not Joe Mama's Sauce. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the National Zoo's giant pandas returning to China in December 2023, and Banksy's street art appeared in Gaza last weekend amidst the Israeli conflict with the Palestinians. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of 600-year-old floorboards believed to have been walked by Shakespeare when a UK theatre is renovated, and a pair of 9,500-year-old sandals are found in a Spanish bat cave. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on recent issues of violence involving Pickleball players, a 17-carat “Bleu Royal” vivid blue diamond could fetch $50M at Sotheby's, Queen Elizabeth's 100K mile Range Rover is heading to auction, Taco Bell has released their new chicken nuggets in the Twin Cities, a single bottle of the most sought-after Scotch whiskey called the Macallan Adami 1926 has been released in Europe, she reviews the reasons why the US kept Daylight Saving Time, Spirit Airlines has agreed to pay over $8M in a class-action lawsuit involving “surprise” baggage fees, a one-in-100-million catch “cotton candy lobster” was pulled out of a pot in Maine, Target and Walmart are turning away from self-checkout, and a Minnesota man has pleaded guilty to stealing ‘The Wizard of Oz' ruby slippers from the Judy Garland Museum. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 154: KC vs Carolina BBQ, Buc-ee's Dirty Bird, & Colorado Captures Bigfoot

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 83:59


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a shot of Stone Breaker Cinnamon Irish Whiskey from Restless Spirits in Kansas City. She talks about her weekends in Richmond and Charlotte, and then Des Moines and Kansas City, eating BBQ at two of her favorite places: Mac's Speed Shop in Charlotte and Joe's Kansas City BBQ, and visiting her friends at Raygun in Des Moines before stopping by Fong's Pizza for a beer. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Taylor Swift's “Era's Tour” film opened to almost $125M in box office sales globally last weekend, and Queen Dolly Parton has announced that she will perform at the Dallas Cowboys' Thanksgiving Day Halftime show.“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples “Night of the Living” BBQ sauce from Joe's KC, Reese's Dipped Peanut Butter Animal Crackers, and Sterzing's Potato Chips. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the auction results from the “Infinite Blue” diamond, Netlix plans to open brick-and-mortar stores, and more drama occurs around Spirit Airlines when a half-naked woman walks through one of their Florida airport terminals. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a 1981 DeLorean in a Wisconsin barn, and a painting valued at $15K turned out to be a Rembrandt. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Mattress Mack's $50K donation towards Mary Lou Retton's medical costs and his potential $43M gambling payout if the Astros win the World Series, the latest video release capturing Bigfoot walking near a train in Colorado, Britney Spears flees to a private island amidst scrutiny from her forthcoming biography release, a farmer protecting chickens captures a creature believed to be extinct for 130 yrs, a Mexican cartel member murders his box by mistake in a raid, a Buc-ee's cofounder's son is charged with secretly recording guests, three Scottish islands have gone up for sale, a UK university will offer a Masters Degree in Magic and the Occult, WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “The Gilded Age” on HBO, and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 153: Queen Stevie's Barbie, The Vegas Sphere Opens, & Taylor Gets the Green Light

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 78:54


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a Bud Light Seltzer. She reviews her birthday weekend in NYC, drinking Guinness with friends at multiple Irish pubs and attending Stevie Nicks' concert at Madison Square Garden. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Cher has hired 4 men to kidnap her troubled son Elijah Blue, Mattel is releasing a Stevie Nicks Barbie doll, Dolly's new rock song “What's Going On” is released with Linda Perry, “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Garlic Parmesan Pop Daddy Pretzels, and Dinosaur BBQ Sauce. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Sam-Bankman-Fried's issue of millions to pay Tom Brady for “consulting,”, Shakira's tax issues continue, Britney Spears experiences fallout after she dances with knives in an Instagram post, and the Wienermobile returns.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a Viking burial trove in Norway, and Christie's will offer a rare Monet Water Lily painting for $65M.FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the futuristic vehicles set to take to the skies at the Paris Olympics, an alligator missing the top half of its jaw is adopted by Gatorland, theater tickets from the night Lincoln was assassinated sold for $262K, the Halloween movie murder house is for sale, a 250-lb ancient Japanese Buddha sculpture is stolen from an LA gallery, the most expensive book sales in the world take place at Christie's auction house, Tupac's murder is solved after 27 years, Las Vegas's Sphere debuts with U2, a German museum employee has been caught swapping original paintings with fakes, and a woman is rescued from an outhouse toilet after trying to retrieve her Apple watch. LYRICAL BREAKDOWN: Kathleen compares the lyrical breakdown Talking Heads “Psycho Killer” and Taylor Swift's “Lavender Haze.” WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “The Gilded Age” on HBO, and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 152: Throwing the First Pitch, The Wienermobile Returns, & Taylor and The Tight End

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 84:11


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a CarmelCrisp Caramel Popcorn Ale from Revolution Brewing. She reviews her weekend in Eau Claire and Madison WI, and Chicago, enjoying cheese curds and bratwurst bloody mary's with her cousins between sold-out shows. She was absolutely thrilled to have the opportunity to throw out the first pitch at the Chicago Cubs' game against the Rockies, and lead the crowd singing the 7th Inning Stretch at Wrigley Field. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Taylor Swift fueled rumors that she's dating Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce when she attended his home game last weekend, and she ALSO mobilized 35,000 new young people to register to vote in a single Instagram post. Queen Stevie Nicks has announced initial dates on her 2024 North American tour. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Garrett Popcorn, Ole Salty's kettle chips, and Silver Spring Beer N Brat Mustard. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on FTX's lawsuit against Sam Bankman-Fried's parents, and the MGM hackers are revealed to be US-based teenagers. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of the world's oldest time capsule in a Polish church, and a Norwegian man encounters the “gold find of the century” with his new metal detector. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Katy Perry's sale of her entire catalogue to Litmus Music for $225M, tragedy strikes at the Bellagio during F1 construction, the first-ever Bob Ross “Joy of Painting” work sells for $9.8M, Joann Fabrics could enter bankruptcy, Rite Aid plans to close hundreds of stores, there's an Airbnb apocalypse occurring in NYC, Amtrak is poised to lose monopoly as Brightline's bullet train readies in Florida, a rare Depression-era $10K bill sells at auction, and Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter take a break from hospice to attend a Peanut Festival parade. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 151: Vegas Gets Hacked, A Red Wine River, & The Takeover of Twinkies

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 89:15


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a Quickbeer Pilsner from Rusty Rail Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend of sold-out shows in Hershey, Pittsburgh, and Cleveland, visiting Troegs Brewery and the Hershey Story Museum in Hershey, eating her favorite Primanti Bros Bar in Pittsburgh, and visiting the A Christmas Story House in Cleveland. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Taylor Swift makes history at the 2023 VMAs, and Queen Dolly is expanding her Doggy Parton collection to Petco. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples a Gibble's Red Hot chips, Pittsburgh Pretzel Rods and Weber's Horseradish Mustard. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Anna Delvey's rooftop fashion show, and El Chapo's son has been extradited from Mexico.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a lithium mine on the Nevada//Oregon border.FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles outlining deals on National Cheeseburger Day, another rare brown spotless giraffe has been born in Africa, a man stockpiles 75 years' worth of incandescent light bulbs, mysterious “blue lights” flash in the sky moments before the Moroccan earthquake, a wine river flows through a Portuguese village when a distillery's tank bursts, Smucker is buying Hostess, McDonalds is getting rid of self-serve soda machines, there's methodology as to why you have to walk so far to your gate at airports, a resident at The Villages is arrested for trafficking illegal erectile dysfunction pills, and Rolling Stone co-founder Jann Wenner is removed from the Rock n Roll HOF board after comments in his new book. LYRICAL BREAKDOWN: Kathleen compares the lyrical breakdown of Styx's “Mr. Roboto” and Taylor Swift's “Mean.” WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 150: Area 51's Secret Airline, Disrespecting Elvis, & a Drug Lord Saves the Amazon

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 85:33


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a Snarf Snarf Hazy IPA from Revolution Brewing and toasts the Termites with a shot of Eggo Nog Sippin Cream from Sugarlands Distilling to celebrate the 150th episode of the Pubcast. She reviews her weekend of sold-out shows in Boise and Reno, drinking beer in Boise's “Tallest Bar” and watching a furry ride a scooter in downtown Reno. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Cher is releasing a Christmas album “Are You Spending Christmas with Me?” in time for this holiday season. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples a MFT BBQ Sauce, an Idaho Spud chocolate bar, and Tim's Sasquatch Surprise kettle chips. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the Milwaukee bar's Aaron Rodgers bar tab promo, the Tennessee zoo reveals the name of their rare spotless giraffe, and another victim depicted in BTK Killer drawing has been identified.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of an 82-foot-long dinosaur in a Portuguese backyard, and a ship that sank over 140 years ago is found in pristine condition off the coast of Wisconsin. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Janet Airlines flights out of Vegas to AREA 51, flamingoes blown to Tennessee and Ohio by Hurricane Idalia, a man arrested by the Coast Guard for attempting to cross the Atlantic in a hamster wheel, the Wisconsin Dells are getting a new Buc-ee's, St. Jude's arm is touring the US, Tom Brady has joined Delta Airlines as a strategic adviser, climate protesters glue their feet to the floor in the US Open tennis stands, a moronic tourist jumped into Elvis's pool at Graceland, Life At Sea Cruises has announced a 3-year cruise, a cocaine warlord is saving the Amazon rainforest, and a Turkish family walks on all fours,.LYRICAL BREAKDOWN: Kathleen compares the lyrical breakdown of the B-52's “Private Idaho” and Taylor Swift's “Anti-Hero.”WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 149: Burning Man Collapses, Breakfast Moonshine, & Barbie's New Adventure Park

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 92:45


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a shot of Eggo Nog Sippin Cream from Sugarlands Distilling in Gatlinburg TN. She reviews her holiday weekend in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, visiting the Sevierville Buc-ee's and tasting moonshine at Ole Smoky Moonshine and Sugarlands Distilling. She went hiking and saw numerous black bears over the course of the weekend, and finished off her trip with an afternoon at Anakeesta. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Taylor Swift struck a solo deal with AMC Theatres for her Eras concert film, and Queen Dolly Parton has a hilarious excuse to turn down tea with Kate Middleton. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples a Buc-ee's pulled pork sandwich and Buc-ee's White Cheddar Nug'ees.UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the possible cause of the Maui wildfires, a photographer has captured the Loch Ness Monster in the most exciting photos ever, Alex Murdaugh requests a new trial, “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a rare 30 million-year-old whale fossil in Alabama, and a 15 million-year-old skull of a sea creature was found on a Maryland beach.FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the collapse of Burning Man after torrential rains caused flooding and road closures, Milwaukee's Jack's American Pub will pay bar tabs when Aaron Rodgers and the Jets lose this season, the National Zoo pandas are returning to China in December, a record-breaking 800-lb alligator is caught in Mississippi, the Infinite Blue diamond could fetch $37.5M at auction, and Mattel's first-ever theme park is opening in Arizona in 2024. LYRICAL BREAKDOWN: Kathleen compares the lyrical breakdown of Steve Miller Band's “Fly Like An Eagle” and Taylor Swift's “Bad Blood.”WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video, and “How To Be A Cult Leader” on Netflix. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 148: Dolly Parton Live, The First Spotless Giraffe, & Barnacles Solve the MH370 Mystery

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 78:53


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a Grapefruit Seltzer from Cathead Distillery in Jackson, MS. She raves about her weekend seeing Dolly Parton live in Philadelphia MS, describing her drive into the town square as entering a Hallmark movie. She sampled grilled oysters and shrimp and went on a mini pub crawl of the local breweries. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Dolly Parton performed an AMAZING show in Philadelphia, MS over the weekend in support of her Imagination Library, and Queen Taylor Swift played 4 sold-out shows in Mexico City.“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Doritos Sweet & Tangy BBQ chips, and Marie's Roasted Garlic Aioli dip. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Anna Delvey's upcoming NYC fashion show, Billy McFarland launches Fyre Fest II, Elon admits that Twitter X will most likely fail, MH370 could be located with the help of barnacles, “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of five 2,300-year-old gold coins in Tunisia, and an ancient forest discovered more than 600' below the surface in a Chinese sinkhole.FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the first-ever spotless giraffe born at Bright's Zoo in East Tennessee, Germany has a mysterious wolfman, Zoom's CEO has summoned employees back to the office because it's “really hard” to work over Zoom, the BTK Killer's daughter is assisting authorities in solving more Kansas murders, Subway has been acquired by Roark Capital (own Jimmy John's and Arby's), FEMA officials are staying at luxury hotels in Maui while supporting the Lahaina recovery, wild monkeys have been spotted around Orlando, and Lana Del Rey announces a limited 2023 US Tour.LYRICAL BREAKDOWN: Kathleen compares the lyrical breakdown of America's “Tin Man,” and Taylor Swift's “I Bet You Think About Me.”WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 147: Tracking Hurriquakes, Capturing Chupacabra, & An Eiffel Tower Hangover

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 93:12


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a State Wide Hazy Pale Ale from St. Louis's 4 Hands Brewery. She announces that the Chicago Cubs have invited her to throw out the 1st pitch at the game before her upcoming show at the Chicago Theater, and reminisces about all of the fun that she and her friends had traveling to Chicago to see Cardinals vs Cubs series as a teenager. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Taylor Swift shut down Long Beach Island over the weekend while attending Jack Antonoff's wedding rehearsal dinner, and Stevie Nicks made local headlines having her hair done at a local Kansas City salon before her Arrowhead Stadium show. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Terrell's Syracuse Style potato chips, and Ott's Ozark Recipe BBQ Sauce (made for Silver Dollar City.)UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Mandy Matney's forthcoming book “Blood On Their Hands,” MH370 debris is found in Madagascar, and Britney Spears has more marital drama.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a an 1,800-year-old coin at an after-school club in Germany.FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on frequent fliers boycotting Southwest's new boarding change, the “Restaurant of Mistaken Orders” in Japan known for employing dementia patients, a huge backlog of 200 ships are stuck at the entrance of the Panama Canal, two drunk tourists are trapped overnight in the Eiffel Tower, and a man jumps off the top of the Mandarin Oriental in NYC and is split in half.LYRICAL BREAKDOWN: Kathleen compares the lyrical breakdown of Toto's “Africa” to Taylor Swift's “ Karma.”WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.ngSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 146: Tracking JAWS On Cape Cod, Violent Otters, & The Worst US State to Retire In

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 73:50


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a Mindbender American Pale Ale from Cape Cod Beer. She reviews her weekend in Cape Cod playing a sold-out show at the Cape Cod Melody Tent, starting her time at the end of the Cape in Provincetown seeing Miss Richfield 1981's show, and eating lobster rolls at the famous Lobster Pot. She finished her trip with a day at Martha's Vineyard, visiting the famous Jaws bridge. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Taylor Swift has been deemed a hero to the US Food Bank system, “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Wise UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on WeWork's plummeting stock and inevitable bankruptcy, a US judge sends FTX's Sam Bankman-Fried to jail over witness tampering, and 100 employees at BetterUp have been laid off while Prince Harry collects his seven-figure “ambassador” salary. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a 300K-year-old skull linked to the extinct Denisovan species and a new creature with 20 arms has been found lurking in the Antarctic sea. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles about Colorado getting its first Buc-ee's, Zuckerberg dismisses Elon for avoiding a cage fight, a newly identified pack of endangered gray wolves are roaming in Sierra Nevada, the Milwaukee Brewers could move to another city after the 2023 season, a woman is attached by a vicious river otter in Montana, the number 1 worst US state to retire in, an Appalachian farmer who lives off the grid is looking for a wife, and short-term rentals such as Airbnb Dream are becoming harder to make profitable. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Painkiller” on Netflix, and her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 145: The Lucha Libre Serial Killer, Waving Chinese Sun Bears, & the Largest Search for the Loch Ness Monster

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 85:28


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a Golden State Cider from Sonoma Cider, sharing what she's done during her time off at home including kayaking in her Paddle North kayak and making Taylor Swift friendship bracelets for her nieces. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Taylor Swift's 2023 US Eras Tour has concluded in LA and 2nd Harvest Food Bank has announced that she has donated enough funds to supply 75,000 meals in their Bay Area and Denver metro area food banks. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Melinda's Pizza Hot Sauce, Pringles Enchilada Adobada, and Crunchmaster Avocado Toast crackers. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the Overstock.com take-over of Bed Bath & Beyond, Oregon ends the statewide ban on self-serve gas, January 6th traitor known as the “Rally Runner” is indicted by Feds, “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a winged Medusa mosaic in Spain, Serbian coal miners uncover a Roman ship, and a spectacular Samson mosaic is unearthed in Galilee. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles about the largest search for the Loch Ness Monster since the 1970's, a man thrusts his flag pole through another man's head at an Oklahoma Sonic Drive-In, a Chinese zoo denies that its Sun Bears are people in costume, the US's incandescent light bulb ban is going into effect August 1st, the World's Oldest Man Jose Gomes dies at age 127, a drunk passenger on Delta airlines was served 11 drinks and assaulted a teen, and a mystery buyer just purchased a California ghost town for $22.5M. LYRICAL BREAKDOWN: Kathleen breaks down the lyrics to Taylor Swift's “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” and “Blinded By The Light” by Manfred Mann's Earth Band. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Lady of Silence: The Mataviejitas Murders” on Netflix, and her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 144: Explaining Ghostlighting, Combusting Cacti, & Crowning Buc-ee's Brisket

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 85:34


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a Laughing Guy Lager from Nashville's Tennessee Brew Works. She reviews her week home in Nashville, eating Nashville hot chicken at Party Fowl and spending a weekend morning at the Nashville Farmer's Market. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Taylor Swift gifted dozens of Eras tour truck drivers a $100K raise, and Swifties caused record-breaking seismic activity during her Seattle shows.“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Snyder's Nashville Hot Chicken Pieces, and Kraft Mayo Buffalo Style Dressing. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the arrest of the Kansas City Chiefs Chiefsaholic bank robber, Klimt's “Lady With A Fan” painting auctions for a record price, and Zuckerberg has lost $40B on his metaverse.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of ruins believed to be Nero's theater near the Vatican.FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles about Taylor Swift fans applying for jobs at Eras show venues when they couldn't get tour tickets, Adidas is releasing a 2nd batch of unsold Yeezy sneakers after their breakup with Ye, Ellen Burstyn returns to the Exorcist franchise 50 years after the original film is released, rare Apple sneakers hit the auction block for $50K, Buc-ee's brisket is awarded a gold medal from Food & Wine magazine, Phoenix's record heat is killing the cacti, Cleopatra's tomb is the new luxe expedition for tourists in Egypt, “ghostlighting” is the sadistic new dating trend, the aviation industry is short 32K pilots/ mechanics/ air traffic controllers and airline scheduling will be impacted for 10 years, and Tupac Shakur's custom ring sells for a record $1M. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “The Exorcist” on Hulu, and her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 143: Reopening Tupac's Murder Case, Taylorgating, & Formula 1 Holds Vegas Hostage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 83:53


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a Cat's Meow New England IPA from Exhibit ‘A' Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend in New Hampshire, playing a sold-out show at Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom and eating steamers with her friend and opening act, Michael Somerville. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Dolly has released the first single “We Are the Champions/We Will Rock You” from her rock album “Rockstar,” Cher broke the internet announcing her “Cherlato” gelato concept, Queen Stevie Nicks is involved in rumors that Fleetwood Mac could reunite with Lindsey Buckingham for one last tour, and Levi's Stadium bans “Taylorgating” at Queen Taylor Swift's upcoming concert weekend. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples. Flipz State Fair Churro pretzels and Utz Red Hot Potato Chips. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on charges against a Missouri man who brought a pitchfork to the Jan. 6th riot, and Tupac's 1996 murder investigation is further investigated in a Vegas home. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of the remains of a Portuguese ship found in the Namibian desert with record gold aboard, and archaeologists have found an ancient “Entrance to the Underworld” under a church in Mexico. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles about the development of a $2B American Heartland Theme Park & Resort in Oklahoma, F1 (Formula 1) is holding Vegas hostage with the upcoming Las Vegas Grand Prix approaching, a man is rescued by a tuna boat after surviving 3 months stranded on the Pacific, a new sweet-tea inspired Alabama beer depicting Governor Kay Ivey as KFC's Colonel Sanders and singer Lana Del Rey is spotted working as a waitress at an Alabama Waffle House. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Quarterback” on Netflix, and her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 142 Bonus: Friendship Bracelets & Fairy Dust: Experiencing Taylor Swift's Eras Tour In Denver

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2023 42:33


    In this BONUS episode of the Pubcast, Kathleen reviews her weekend in Denver attending Taylor Swift's Eras Tour at Mile High Stadium. She shares her experiences trading friendship bracelets with the Children, drinking a Bud Light Retro Tie Dye Seltzer, running into her friend Mandy Matney in a stadium bar line, and rushing back to her hotel for last-call martinis with her dear friends Bob, Clark, and Paddles. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 142: Toasting TayTay's Eras Tour, Rare Blue Dragons, & Waffle House Lottery Drama

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 86:11


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a Philly Standard Punch from Yards Brewing. She reviews her weekend in Denver, attending the Taylor Swift Eras concert with her friends Bob, Clark, and Paddles, and all of the Taylor-themed fun that they had surrounding the event. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that her experience at Queen TayTay's Eras Tour was so unbelievable, she's going to produce a bonus Pubcast episode to discuss it. Queen Tanya is still touring this summer, and Queen Dolly Parton has mentioned that she doesn't want to live on as an AI hologram posthumously. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Beef Wellington Lay's potato chips from Asia, and Captain Mowatt's Dirty Mustard sauce. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Elizabeth Holmes' prison sentence, the FAA has granted a flight certificate for a flying car, “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a blue dragon that everyone thought was extinct in Australia, and construction workers discover an “intact” marble head in Rome. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles about the capture of the Gilgo Beach serial killer, Elton John played his final show after 50 years of touring, BBC claims to reveal the voice of Banksy in a podcast, Death Valley sees record tourism despite record heat, a record-breaking Burmese python is captured in the Florida Everglades, Richard Simmons breaks his silence on his 75th birthday, Gustav Klimt's “Lady with a Fan” painting sold for $110M USD in Europe, the price of a first-class US stamp is increasing by 3 cents, and an Alabama Waffle House server wins $10M in the lottery and drama ensues. NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS: In business news Kathleen reports that the oldest craft brewery in the US is closing after 127 years. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Lost Girls” on Netflix, and her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 141: Self-Serve Gas, Gay Furries, & 1,000 Irish Dolly Partons

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 76:40


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a Bud Light Crisp Apple Seltzer. She reviews her 4th of July week in Missouri, and her weekend in Atlantic City playing The Borgata, eating a sub from White House Subs, and a giant boat ride along the Boardwalk on the Atlantic with her friends. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Taylor Swift's Eras Tour has announced new dates in Australia Asia and Europe, and Queen Dolly's Irish fans set a world record when 1,000 dressed as the singer gathered in Listowel Ireland for a fundraiser. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Ruffles Honey Habanero chips, and Imo's Sweet n Spicy Wing Sauce. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates that ground has broken on a new Ocala FL Buc-ee's which will be the world's largest, Anheuser-Busch denies claims that it fired 2 marketing execs responsible for the Dylan Mulvaney campaign and have launched a new “Backyard Grunts” campaign with Travis Kelce, “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a giant pizza fresco on a wall in Pompeii, and a man finds a 1930s Duesenberg car worth $1M in an abandoned garage.FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles about a man who died after trying to drink all 21 cocktails on a menu in Jamaica, a new triangular-headed gecko species discovered in Vietnam, the world's biggest cruise ship, the Icon of the Seas, has completed construction in Finland, a Baton Rouge lawyer bought $44K worth of Rally Jello Shots on the final day of the College World Series, another air-breathing predatory snakehead fish is discovered in Missouri, Oregon is ending its 72-year ban on pumping your own gas, and gay Furries initiate a hacking spree in 5 states. NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS: Kathleen reports that Overstock.com is rebranding to Bed Bath & Beyond (online), and United Airlines unveils the real reason behind their recent US flight cancelations. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 140: Taylor Swift Amnesia, Bed Bath & Pickleball, & The Meaning of Life In Five Words

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 77:01


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a Tangy Lemon Lime Topo Chico Seltzer, which she loves to drink in the summertime. She raves about her weekend in Vegas, with a sold-out show at The Mirage, seeing Weekends With Adele at Caesars, and attending RuPaul's Drag Brunch at Senior Frogs on the Strip. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that many of Queen Taylor Swift's fans report experiencing ‘post-Eras amnesia' after attending the Eras Tour, and Queen Stevie Nicks and Queen Tanya Tucker are back out on their summer tours. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Old El Paso Zesty Ranch Fiesta Twists and California Pizza Kitchen BBQ Ranch Dressing. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the demise of the Titanic Submersible, and Taco Bell is bringing. Back its Volcano menu for Summer 2023.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of Rubens' Saint Sebastian Tended By Two Angels painting in Missouri, the ancient Mayan city of Ocomtun was recently discovered in the jungles of Mexico, and a Turkish man chasing chickens in his basement came across the gateway to an abandoned ancient city. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles proclaiming that Gen Z'ers are habitually terrible tippers, a Belgian man faked his own death and appears at his funeral to see who would show up, Kathleen's friend Storme Warren is tearing up TuneIn Radio as the primary host of Garth Brooks' The Big615 station, Ireland announced its Our Living Lands pledge, and Finland teaches us The Meaning of Life in 5 Words. NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS: In business news Kathleen reports that the bankrupt Bed Bath & Beyond sites are transitioning to Pickleball facilities in many US cities, and the biggest Buc-ee's in the country just opened outside of Dolly's Sevierville TN. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 139: Banksy's Rare Exhibit, The Senate vs TikTok, & You Can't Wrestle Bears In Missouri

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 87:51


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a giant St. Louis Cardinals' Budweiser tallboy and reviews her week at Lake of the Ozarks spending Father's Day with her dad. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that many of Queen Taylor Swift's fans report experiencing ‘amnesia' while attending the Eras Tour, and Queen Stevie Nicks and Queen Tanya Tucker are back out on their summer tours. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Lay's BLT Sandwich chips, Smartfood Doritos Cool Ranch flavored popcorn, and Kraft Buffalo Mayo. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Anna Delvey's podcast, the “environmental children” attempt to destroy a Monet painting, and Harry and Meghan's Spotify deal ends abruptly.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a Bronze Age sword in Germany, and 1 million pennies potentially worth millions were found in a California crawl space. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Los Angeles Country Club hosting the 2023 US Open, a climber who was stranded on Mt. Everest refuses to pay the sherpa who rescued her, the Titanic tourist sub goes missing with five people onboard and could be stuck beneath the ship's wreckage, US Senators are calling on TikTok's CEO to come clean on US user data, AT&T tells 60K managers to return to the office, Missouri police warn the public that it's “illegal to wrestle bears,” Banksy's first exhibit in decades opens in Scotland, and the Mississippi man known as ‘Case 1' (the first man to be diagnosed with Autism) has died at age 89. NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS: In business news, Kathleen reports that the CEO of the Titanic tourist expedition company OceanGate Expeditions, Stockton Rush, is onboard the missing sub craft. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 138: Surviving The Amazon, Thrift Store Shockers, & An Indigenous Witch Encounter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 81:08


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a Michelob Golden Light draft lager. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Dolly Parton has set a new Guinness World Record, Taylor Swift has finally broken up with Matty Healy, and Tanya Tucker sold out 2 shows at the Grand Ole Opry to promote the release of her latest album “Sweet Western Sound.” “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Doritos Hot Mustard chips and Tessemae's Habanero Ranch dressing. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Pablo Escobar's cocaine hippos, and LIV Golf vs the PGA Tour, “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a Stone Age dagger unearthed by a Norwegian girl, evidence of a creature larger than an elephant washes up in California, a woman buys a Picasso in a thrift store for $6, and a Ming Dynasty box is found in an attic and sells for $350K. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Duggar-affiliated Christian organization IBLP, Carnival Cruise line's recent Nightmare cruise out of Charleston SC, 4 children missing for 40 days are found alive in the Amazon jungle, a Carnival cruise ship endures 11-straight hours of pure hell off the coast of Charleston, and a Canadian nurse captured “witches” eating a deer carcass on her trail cam. NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS: In business news, Walgreens unveils a Chicago store with only 2 aisles and most products kept out of sight. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets” on Amazon, and her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 137: Confirming The Zodiac Killer, Free Lighthouses, & Potential Sainthood Unearthed in Missouri

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 75:10


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a Sunny Cat lager from 2nd Shift Brewing in St. Louis. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Tanya Tucker made history by performing on horseback on the Grand Ole Opry stage, Dolly has set a new Guinness World Record, and Taylor Swift concerts continue to break hotel revenue records aligned with the Eras tour. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Old Vienna Red Hot Riplets, and Carmel Cold Brew M&M's. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on fake heiress Anna Delvey's latest reinvention, Elizabeth Holmes' daily Texas prison schedule, and the founder of the Oath Keepers is sentenced for his involvement in the Capitol riots. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of Europe's “Lost City of Atlantis”, archaeologists discover a lost world of 417 ancient Mayan cities in a Guatemalan jungle, and scientists in Argentina discover a new dinosaur species that is one of the largest in history. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on 2 rare and unknown Rembrandt portraits discovered in a private collection, the US government is giving away 6 lighthouses for free, the FBI has identified an Air Force vet as the Zodiac Killer, a nun's body is intact four years after death in a Missouri monastery, the second wolverine in over a century has been spotted in California, and there may be a serial killer on the loose in Portland OR. NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS: In business news, Kathleen reports on Bed Bath & Beyond's final dissolution, and Jenny Craig tells employees that it is shutting its doors for good. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets” on Amazon, and the new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 136: Getting Zombied, Rolling With Jelly Roll, & Snoop Dog's Bid For the NHL

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 69:46


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a DUVAL Light beer from Jacksonville's Bold City Brewery. She reviews her weekend doing sold-out shows in Ponte Vedra FL and Charleston SC, which are two of her favorite cities. She loves to play golf at TPC Sawgrass and Kiawah and loved eating oysters at Amen Street Raw Bar and practicing her short game hitting golf balls at the Sawgrass Marriott's sports bar. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Taylor Swift caused Nashville to shut down over the weekend while doing shows, Queen Cher has broken up with her 37-year-old boyfriend, “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Mini Cheetos Balls, Lowcountry Kettle Spicy Pimento Cheese chips, and Charleston Spicy Whiskey Hot Sauce. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Freya the Walrus's memorial sculpture, the largest Buc-ee's in the country is about to open in Sevierville TN, and a billionaire buys Jeffrey Epstein's private island.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of an ancient underwater temple found off the coast of Naples.FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on one of her favorite singers Jelly Roll's food truck business in Nashville (which only hires felons), the difference in getting “zombied” vs“ghosted” when dating, Warren Buffett's recommended diet, an ancient Egyptian mummified head is for sale for $20K, Lyft's CEO has told employees that they must return to the office, legendary showbiz haunt the Friars Club is for sale, NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS: In business news, Kathleen reports that Snoop Dogg has joined Neko Spark's Group bidding for ownership of the NHL's Ottawa Senators, Olive Garden owner Darden Restaurants has purchased Ruth's Chris for $715M, and Nordstrom is the latest retailer to leave downtown San Francisco. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 135: Taylor Swift's Philanthropy, Defending Opossums, & The Curse of The Titanic

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 86:01


    Kathleen opens the show drinking a Destin Ale from Destin Brewery. She reviews her weekend on the Florida Panhandle, doing a sold-out show in Niceville and meeting her new possum friend “Roman” backstage. She had shrimp and fresh fish at LuLu's in Destin and took a beach walk before a massive storm rolled in. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen officially introduces new queens Taylor Swift, whom she inducts for “the Children” Termites and because of her amazing philanthropic work, as well as “pocket” Anita Baker (because she's simply AWESOME) to the Court. She reports that Tanya Tucker and Stevie Nicks are still supporting their respective summer tours, and Cher has broken up with her boyfriend. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples French's Potato Sticks, Heath Riles Garlic Jalapeno Rub, and Original Small Batch Hot Sauce from the Sealey Sauce Company in Mobile AL. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Coachella, Ralphie the Demon Dog is excelling with his new owner, and the “Cocaine Cat” is recovering at the Cincinnati Zoo. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of the largest Viking treasure hoard in Denmark in 50 years, and archaeologists uncover the first known sculptures of human figures linked to the myth of Atlantis. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on how to apply for compensation in the Facebook privacy settlement, theories that the Titanic may have been cursed before it set sail, an extinct lion has been spotted in a National Park in Chad, climate change protesters smear paint on a sculpture at the National Gallery, a Scottish island is offered for $190K, $15M in gold is stolen in a Toronto Airport heist, and we learn everything about opossums. NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS: In business news, Kathleen reports that Target is rolling out a new perk for loyal shoppers, and Big Lots and The Container Store are taking Bed Bath & Beyond coupons. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Vikings Valhalla” on Netflix, and her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.