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INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Lager For The Lakes American Lager from Bell's Brewing in Kalamazoo, MI. She reviews her weekend with family in Missouri, playing with her sister's dog and grilling for her brother-in-law on Father's Day.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   COURT NEWS (18:13): Kathleen shares news announcing that Dolly's new Nashville hotel will open Spring 2026, Post Malone & Jelly Roll cause a giant traffic jam in Southern Missouri, Stevie Nicks releases new Fall concert dates, and Cher's son Eligah is hospitalized again.    TASTING MENU (2:33): Kathleen samples Lesser Evil Organic Cheddar Popcorn, Lay's Wavy Magic Masala chips, Hidden Valley Jalapeno Ranch dressing, and Weber Grilling Fireball whiskey flavored seasoning.    UPDATES (23:44): Kathleen shares updates on Baby Reindeer's Fiona Harvey, the Florida Panthers win the 2025 Stanley Cup, the first Millennial saint gets his canonization date, Brooke Shields' podcast interview criticizing Meghan Markle quietly disappears, a Kentucky man is arrested for releasing a raccoon in a bar, and the 2025 NBA Finals ratings are the lowest in 27 years.   HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (42:43): Kathleen reveals that Oklahoma is now producing Mountain Lions, and Captain James Cook's lost ship “The Endeavor” has been found in a Rhode Island harbor.    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (57:13) : Kathleen shares articles on the Louvre staff shutting the museum to protest overuse, the Bonnaroo Music Festival is cancelled due to extreme weather, Anderson Cooper's CNN contract is up for renewal, the 10,000-step exercise concept is derived from “Japanese Walking,” Red Lobster unveils a new menu, the Beach Boys' Brian Wilson dies aged 82, Country Music just got a Grammy update, Atlanta could get another NHL team, and the best fast food French fries are revealed.   STUPID TOURIST STORIES (46:25): Kathleen reads about a New Jersey tourist who is gored by a bison in Yellowstone, and a tourist crushes a priceless Van Gogh chair while taking a photo.    SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:19:22): Kathleen reads about Saint Fiacre.     WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (37:13): Kathleen recommends skipping “The Mortician” on Max, and “Titan: The OceanGate Disaster” on Netflix.   

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Free Kittens Rice Lager from Berryessa Brewing Company. She reviews her week in Atlanta playing “25 Words or Less” with friends Meredith Viera and Melissa Peterman, and then flying to Sacramento for her show at the Hard Rock Live.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   COURT NEWS (12:38): Kathleen shares news that Stevie Nicks is teasing a new single being recorded with Haim, Dolly Parton opened her new Pirates Voyage dinner theatre in Panama City Beach, Post Malone is building a bar on Broadway in Nashville, and Jelly Roll purchased a Lamborghini for Bunnie XO.    TASTING MENU (2:43): Kathleen samples Walkers Seriously Salt & Vinegar chips, Blue Diamond Carolina Reaper Almonds, and Lesser Evil Spaceballs Outer Planet Pizza Balls.    UPDATES (22:23): Kathleen shares updates on Meghan Markle's revised business plan for As Ever, the 1st Welshman to climb Everest slams adventure costs, a 13th body is found in New England, Aaron Rogers finally signs with the Pittsburgh Steelers, and the initial reviews are in regarding Universal's Epic Universe theme park.    HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (47:53): Kathleen reveals that a big cat seen on a Central Texas trail cam is a jaguarundi.   FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (49:53) : Kathleen shares articles involving the escaped Nashville zebra, golfer John Daly is opening a bar in Nashville, the TSA has banned Costco cards at airport security, Ozzy Osbourne will reunited with Black Sabbath for a final show, Baba Vanga has a 2025 prediction involving aliens.   SAINT OF THE WEEK: Kathleen reads about Saint Julian the Hospitaller.    WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (18:52): Kathleen recommends watching Meredith Viera's gameshow “25 Words or Less” on YouTube.   FEEL GOOD STORY (57:43): Kathleen reads about a nursing home in the Netherlands offering a rent-free program to students, and Morgan Freeman's pledge to build a stray dog sanctuary. 

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Limited Edition Centennial Sweetwater 420 Pale Ale from Sweetwater Brewing Company.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   COURT NEWS (28:35): Kathleen shares news that Dollywood has been voted America's #1 theme park, Jelly Roll makes an announcement involving Nashville, and Taylor Swift buys back the rights to her entire music catalog.   TASTING MENU (6:38): Kathleen tastes Taste of the South Fried Pickle & Ranch Dip, Hidden Valley Ranch Hot Honey Ranch dressing, and Pringles Limited Edition Miller Lite Beer Can Chicken chips.    UPDATES (34:41): Kathleen shares updates on the Harkles, Southwest Airlines is charging for curbside bags, Starbucks baristas strike over uniform mandates, Michigan has a legend involving “Melon Heads,” Belichick's girlfriend issues a fake apology,    HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (58:26): Kathleen reveals the possible discovery of the Nazi Amber Room in Poland.    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (48:12) : Kathleen shares articles involving a new Banksy appearing in Marseille, a sherpa sets a new record on Everest, and the Vegas Sphere announces another residency, Starbucks baristas strike to protest the new dress code, a meth-crazed man is bitten by escapes police and is bitten by an alligator, and a pet zebra wreaks havoc outside of Nashville.    STUPID TOURIST OF THE WEEK (1:04:20): A lion kills a man at a luxury safari lodge in Namibia after he steps out of a tent to use the toilet, and a Chinese tourist damages 2,000-yr-old warrior statues at a Chinese museum.    WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (32:58): Kathleen recommends watching “Earnhart” on Prime Video, and “Your Friends and Neighbors” on AppleTV.    FEEL GOOD STORY (1:16:21): Kathleen reads about a man in Washington calling his bearded dragon a miracle after the pet saved his life from a house fire.   

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Dead Parrot Salted Lime Light Lager from Florida Avenue Brewing Company.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   COURT NEWS (18:43): Kathleen shares news that Queen Cher celebrated her 79th birthday, Dolly Parton is releasing a line of Southern inspired frozen meals, Snoop Dogg & Martha Stewart won an Emmy for their 2024 Olympic coverage, Stevie Nicks turns 77 years old, and Jelly Roll has vowed to pledge $20M to build a dog shelter in Tennessee.    TASTING MENU (5:03): Kathleen tastes Simply Doritos White Cheddar Nacho chips, Chocolate Covered Pretzel Oreos, and Albanese Gourmet Gummy Bears.    UPDATES (37:21): Kathleen shares updates on Belichick's girlfriend being kicked out of a Nantucket party, Meghan Markle inks a reduced deal with Netflix,    HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (43:01) : Kathleen reveals the discovery of the secret of what happened to America's “lost colony” of Roanoke.   FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (45:45) : Kathleen shares articles discussing Brits who scaled Everest using anesthetic gas, Bigfoot is spotted in a Michigan swamp, the “Bubblehead family” is a St. Louis urban legend, Buc-ee's has broken ground in Arizona, Pop-Tarts is releasing 6 new summer products, the US Treasury will stop producing new pennies at the end of the year, the Canadian province of Alberta is looking to secede from the country, 17 members of a cartel kingpin's family were escorted into the US by the current administration, Taco Bell is entering Ireland, and Ticketmaster implements up-front ticket pricing.    STUPID TOURIST OF THE WEEK (50:07): A Florida man is gored by a Yellowstone bison, and a Russian tourist dies while leaning out of a train to take a selfie.    WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (27:58): Kathleen recommends watching “Earnhardt” on Prime Video, “Untold: The Fall of Favre” on Netflix, “Sirens” on Netflix, and “Jamestown” on Prime.    FEEL GOOD STORY (1:13:43): Kathleen reads about how teddy bears got their name. 

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Saint Louis Back Flip All Star Grapefruit Paloma in support of Ozzie Smith's Gateway Reach Foundation.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   COURT NEWS (30:17): Kathleen shares news that the New England serial killer seems to have struck near Taylor Swift's Rhode Island mansion, Dolly donates $4M to create a homeless youth shelter in Nashville, and Jelly Roll is opening for Post Malone on his Big Ass Stadium Tour.    TASTING MENU (1:58): Kathleen samples Pringles Limited Edition Miller Lite Grilled Beer Brat chips, Crunchmaster Pimento Cheese crackers, and Casey's Taco Pizza Kettle Chips.    UPDATES (38:12): Kathleen shares updates on Pope Francis's final directives regarding his remaining financials, Elizabeth Holmes loses her latest appeal, a lost Prince Harry is caught on camera knocking on random doors in the UK,

It was really amazing to have Enrique Olvera in the studio. Olvera is the acclaimed Mexican chef behind Pujol in Mexico City, Cosme in New York (celebrating its 10th anniversary), and other acclaimed restaurants around the world. In this episode, Enrique shares his honest thoughts on how a global chef stays fresh, especially in the highly competitive restaurant scenes of New York and Mexico City. We also talk about the business of restaurants, which is always a hot topic with those running them. Also on the show, we catch up with Ken Concepcion, from the terrific Los Angeles bookstore Now Serving. We discuss the busy spring season and what types of books Ken is most excited about. Do you enjoy This Is TASTE? Drop us a review on Apple, or star us on Spotify. We'd love to hear from you. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Spotted Cow from New Glarus Brewery. She shares the location of her new favorite Cajun restaurant in Nashville, and lays plans to head to the Ozarks for Mother's Day weekend.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   COURT NEWS (18:43): Kathleen shares news that Dolly Parton is celebrating 40 years of Dollywood, Jelly Roll continues to lose weight and set health goals, and Chappell Roan turns heads at the Met Gala.   TASTING MENU (2:48): Kathleen samples Cheetos Flamin' Hot Dill Pickle Crunch, Popeye's Blackened Ranch Dipping Sauce, and SKINNYPOP Harry Potter Butterbeer Kettle Corn.    UPDATES (27:24): Kathleen shares updates on Prince Harry's security appeal, Bill Belichick's girlfriend Jordon Hudson continues to fuel a PR nightmare, Pope Francis gifts the Popemobile to the children of Gaza, and Starbucks is adding new staff (again).   HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (43:01) : Kathleen reveals the discovery of nearly 600 gold coins dating back to 1808 by hikers in the Czech Republic.    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (45:13) : Kathleen shares articles on REAL ID being implemented May 7th, TEMU halts shipping direct from China, Oracle pays $60M for the River North area in Nashville, St. Louis's Gateway Arch turns off the lights for the entire month of May, a Canadian man goes missing from a Nashville bar, a 7-year-old drives his sister to McDonalds, an American tourist dies taking a selfie in Rome, the Savannah Bananas set a ticket sales record in Clemson, American Airlines is investing in DFW Airport, and “knocker-uppers” were commonly hired to wake people up before alarm clocks were common.    WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (20:39): Kathleen recommends watching the The Godfather of Harlem on MGM+.   FEEL GOOD STORY (1:25:13): Kathleen reads about the legend of Jenny, the “Titanic Cat.”     

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Beer Kitty Kolsch Ale from Devil's Canyon Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend doing shows in Napa, wine tasting, and exploring the Oxbow Farmer's Market.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   COURT NEWS (32:41): Kathleen shares the news that Stevie Nicks has a new album coming out in 2025, Jelly Roll has lost almost 200 lbs, and Snoop Dogg is set to host the Time 100 Special for ABC.    TASTING MENU (1:13): Kathleen samples Hidden Valley Ranch Bugles and Cheese Pizza Cheetos.    UPDATES (50:43): Kathleen shares updates on a Providence RI mall flipping into apartments for Gen Z'ers, Meghan Markle gets caught plagiarizing the Pearl book series, and Fyre Festival 2 is postponed again.   HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (1:08:03 ): Kathleen reveals the discovery of four baby snow leopards in Pakistan, and a mystical harpy eagle thought to be extinct is found in Mexico.    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (1:10:25): Kathleen shares articles on Laguna Beach's recent enforcement of “quiet” pickleball paddles, the Pennsylvania town where Peeps are made is showcased, Florence Italy showcases an Easter tradition called the Explosion of the Cart, the 2nd Karen Read trial begins in Boston, New England might have a serial killer, Nostradamus predicts the next Pope, Nashville's Country Music Hall of Fame presents Taylor Swift's ERA's Tour artifacts, Martha Stewart trolls Katy Perry, and The Boss awakens from hibernation in Banff National Park.    WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (1:01:13 ): Kathleen recommends watching the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs, and the Canadian golf course fight that went viral after being shared by Snoop Dogg.     FEEL GOOD STORY (1:34:51): Kathleen reads about a missing toddler lost in the Arizona wilderness who is lead to safety by a rancher's dog. 

On this week's episode, we go from fried chicken sandwiches to what might be the most intimate tasting menu in Chicago. Chef Ethan Lim has created an homage to his Cambodian heritage in a little storefront on West Armitage. Host David Manilow talks to Lim about his long journey to create Hermosa. Plus, hear how his cultural roots fed his culinary dreams.

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking an Irish Goodbye Coffee Oat Lager from Tactical Brewing Company in Orlando. She reviews her weekend in Orlando and St. Petersburg FL, feeding gators at Gatorland and enjoying St. Pete Beach.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   COURT NEWS (19:13): Kathleen shares news on Jelly Roll's “artist in residence” status on American Idol, and Cher's son Elijah Blue is getting divorced.   TASTING MENU (1:34): samples Guinness Pub Style Cheese pretzels, Vlasik “Pickle Balls”, and Coastal Crab Boil Kettle Chips.    UPDATES (29:13): Kathleen shares updates on Meghan Markle's peace offering to King Charles, Mattress Mack is downsizing, and Buc-ee's is about to open its first Mississippi location.   HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (52:43): Kathleen reveals the discovery of rare jaguarundi wild cats on a trail cam in Honduras.    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (54:00): Kathleen shares articles on Coachella 2025, Rory McIlroy wins the 2025 Masters, Bernie Sanders surprises the Coachella crowd, Buc-ee's is set to open a new location outside of DC, an authentic Masters green jacket is bought at a thrift store for $5, Blue Origin's first all-female flight has mixed reviews, rare Blue Ghost Fireflies are coming to North Carolina, a Vegas man is arrested for owning 7 “emotional support tigers,” Texas Roadhouse becomes America's top casual dining chain, Pop-Tarts is launching 2 new flavors, Prada is buying Versace, and an Augusta homeowner is holding out on selling to Augusta National Golf Club.   WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (36:53): Kathleen recommends watching “Mobland” on Paramount +.    FEEL GOOD STORY (1:14:53): Kathleen reads about the opening of The Caprybrera Café in St. Augustine, FL. 

In our second Tasting Menu episode, ‘Taskmaster' star and writer/star of ‘The Change', Bridget Christie, returns for a surprise set of dream dishes. But she's got bigger problems to deal with… All episodes of series two of Bridget's sitcom ‘The Change' are available now on Channel 4. Watch it here.Follow Bridget on Instagram @bridget.christie.14Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Shwar's Tasting Menu is my music culinary Guide to my favourite music out at the moment new and older. I want to play music you wouldn't usually hear on the ""radio"" and hopefully like and find new music. This will be a monthly Menu so please consume and ENJOY This Menu is my Live set from March 15th for Nyumba Events in Manchester, was such a cool vibe and dance floor was vibing. There Next Event is on April 26th 2025, go check them out on the Socials. Menu: Emmanuel Jal, Nitefreak - Gorah Black Coffee - You Need Me ( Markuss , TANSI Remix) Samer Soltan - Close to you ( Meeera (NO) Remix) Shwar Edit - Amana x More Love AVG (IT) - Suave Jamie Jones, Francis Mercier - La Musa Nuzu Deep, Ajna (BE) - Follow Demayä - Hold On Fahlberg, Arodes - She Asked Me To Dance Shwar Edit - You Are x Heart To Share &lez - Chest Moeaike - Everyone Else ] RE/MIND - NOBODY "

Celebrity sightings at Dallas restaurants? A new tasting menu worth celebrating? Another restaurant from Chef Tiffany Derry? The Dallas Morning News food team has a lot to talk about. Plus, the team looks into the history of just how chocolate bunnies became part of the Easter tradition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celebrity sightings at Dallas restaurants? A new tasting menu worth celebrating? Another restaurant from Chef Tiffany Derry? The Dallas Morning News food team has a lot to talk about. Plus, the team looks into the history of just how chocolate bunnies became part of the Easter tradition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Beignet Au Lait Imperial Blonde Ale from Faubourg Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend in New Orleans and Pensacola FL, eating crawfish in the French Quarter and seeing the Blue Angels fly over Pensacola Beach.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   COURT NEWS (24:19): Kathleen shares news on Snoop Dogg's new Nashville bar, Cher's “Tiny Bites” movie begins streaming, and Dolly releases Jolene's denim with Good American.   TASTING MENU (3:25): samples Zapp's New Orleans Cajun Dill Kettle Chips, and Elmer's BBQ Cheese CheeWee's.    UPDATES (27:45): Kathleen shares updates on Meghan Markle's latest business mistake with “As Ever,” The Wizard of Oz is coming to The Sphere in Vegas, the search for missing MH370 suspends until the end of 2025, and Fyre Festival 2.0 isn't happening in Mexico.   HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (41:15): Kathleen reveals the discovery of endangered Galapagos tortoises at the Philly Zoo becoming first-time parents at 100 years old, and a snake is found in Ireland for the first time in modern history.    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (53:23) Kathleen shares articles on Ireland's annual Puck Fair where a goat king is crowned for 3 days, new Banksy in a London park, Dire Wolves return after 10,000 years, Budweiser sends gifts to goalies never scored on by Ovechkin, Germany introduces “Biergarten Leave,” the world's oldest man is a 4'2” orphan, a psychologist cautions against using True Crime as a means of relaxation, Venezuela gets its first female Saint, and a former Canadian Olympic snowboarder is on the FBI's most wanted list.    WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (46:43): Kathleen recommends watching the finale of 1923 and trying not to scream at the TV.    FEEL GOOD STORY (1:15:50): Kathleen reads about how Auntie Anne's Pretzels first got its start.  

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Captain Jack Pilsner from Olde Mecklenburg Brewery in Charlotte. She reviews her weekend in Virginia Beach VA and Charlotte NC, eating Carolina BBQ and touring an aircraft carrier.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   COURT NEWS (14:53): Kathleen shares news on Anne Murray's Lifetime Achievement Juno Award, Morgan Wallen's in the hot seat after his Saturday Night Live appearance, Jelly Roll has gotten rid of his iPhone, Post Malone buys a horse named “Ashtray,” and Snoop Dogg is partnering with Dr. Dre to open the “Still G.I.N Lounge” in Nashville.    TASTING MENU (3:43): Kathleen Doritos Late Night Jalapeno Popper chips and Orion Sweet Corn Turtle chips.    UPDATES (33:25): Kathleen shares updates on Chimp Crazy Tonia Haddix's federal sentencing, the Just Stop Oil organization announces that it will cease museum actions, the first Millennial Saint sits in rest awaiting his canonization, and 23andMe goes bankrupt.    HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (51:22) : Kathleen reveals the discovery of a Pampas cat on a trail camera in Chile, and rare otters are discovered in England.    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (53:23): Kathleen shares articles on Fireball Whiskey's senior promotion,  Johnny Mathis' retirement after 70 years of touring, the Sundance Film Festival is leaving Utah for Boulder CO, Bar Louie has filed for bankruptcy, White House Faith Officer Paula White is offering paid celestial blessings if donations are made before Easter, Elon Musk has sold X to his AI company, Prince Harry is accused of bullying a charity, and a naked woman has a meltdown in the DFW Airport.    WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (27:03): Kathleen recommends watching March Madness basketball games, and “Happy Face” on Paramount Plus.   FEEL GOOD STORY (1:15:30): Kathleen reads about the world's oldest cat Millie turning 30 years old.

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Lagerado Crispy Lager from O'Dell Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend in Fort Collins and Colorado Springs, attending a Native American Powwow and drinking beer at the New Belgium Brewery.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”    COURT NEWS (20:49): Kathleen shares news on Anne Murray's Lifetime Achievement Juno Award, Post Malone added dates to his Travelin' Tailgate Tour, and Nashville Airport could change its official name to Dolly Parton International.    TASTING MENU (2:54): Kathleen samples Boulder Canyon Malt Vinegar & Sea Salt kettle chips,

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Lakelife Lager from Bruzze Brewing, and a Charleston spicy Bloody Mary. She reviews her weekend in Macon GA and Charleston SC. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”COURT NEWS (22:51): Kathleen shares news on Post Malone joining the Court, Chappell Roan launches a billboard campaign to support “The Giver”, Dolly Parton celebrates 40 years of Dollywood, Jelly Roll launches a collaboration with HeyDude shoes, and Taylor Swift sweeps the iHeartRadio awards. TASTING MENU (2:43): Kathleen samples Krispy Kreme Taste O'Luck green donuts, Old Florida Ranch Gourmet Tortilla Chips, and Old Bay Fried Georgia Peanuts. UPDATES (36:25): Kathleen shares updates on the stranded astronauts, Lori Vallow gets to approval to represent herself, Pope Francis is released from the hospital, Meghan Markle is accused of stealing (again,) and JP Morgan is facing a mutiny. HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (49:52): Kathleen reveals the possible discovery of the fossil of Noah's Ark near Mount Ararat's summit, and a ghost ship is found after 132 years in the Great Lakes. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (54:20): Kathleen shares articles on the TikTok trend known as “blackout rage gallons” or BORGS, Southwest ending their free bag policy, the Hudson's Bay Company could liquidate assets as soon as next week, Leonardo DiCaprio will star in the Evel Knievel biopic, United Airlines offered “men-only” flights until 1970, and convicted murderer Scott Pederson was attacked in prison while playing Pickleball. WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (31:28): Kathleen recommends watching “1923” on Paramount+, and “A Body In The Snow: The Trial of Karen Read” on HBO Max. FEEL GOOD STORY (1:09:25): Cougar cubs have been spotted in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan for the first time in over a century. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's time for the 2025 Top Chef Fantasy Draft!Season 22 of Top Chef kicked off this week in Canada. As we do every year, Father Sal and I hosted a draft of the 15 competitors vying for the title of Top Chef. We're joined by 2024 champion Jessie Evans (alias @Jessie_Eats on Instagram), and Nancy DaSilva and Bits Nicholas of the Compliments to the Chef podcast. Plus, an LA Times article on a one-man tasting menu in Downtown LA, and a New York Times feature on a, erm, controversial restaurant in London town…Helpful links:Bravo Top Chef https://www.bravotv.com/top-chefCompliments to the Chef podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/5ySvTZh0inCpq1SJP9baq6Jessie Eats on IG https://www.instagram.com/jessie_eats/?hl=enHeather Platt on Sora Craft Kitchen https://www.latimes.com/food/story/2025-03-11/restaurants-los-angeles-one-employee-sora-craft-kitchenAmelia Nierenberg on The Yellow Bittern https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/05/dining/yellow-bittern-london-restaurant.html–Go check out The Lonely Oyster in Echo Park! ⁠https://thelonelyoyster.com/⁠–Get 10% off at House of Macadamias using code "LAFOOD" https://www.houseofmacadamias.com/pages/la-foods

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Feral Pale Ale from Baby Cat Brewery in Kensington, MD. She reviews her weekend on tour in Morgantown, WV, and Washington DC. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”COURT NEWS (19:53): Kathleen shares news on Cher's performance at the Love Rocks benefit, Chappell Roan announces the release date for “The Giver,” and Dolly thanks fans globally for their prayers after her husband Carl passes away. TASTING MENU (3:03): Kathleen samples 304 Style Mr. Bee Potato chips, Buffalo & Ranch Nut Duos, Eastern Shore Kettle Corn, and a West Virginia Pepperoni Roll. UPDATES (25:38): Kathleen shares updates on Mexico confirming that Fyre Festival 2 won't take place, 2 men are arrested in connection to the deaths of 3 Chiefs fans,HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (41:57): Kathleen reveals that King Tut II's tomb is Egypt's biggest archaeological discovery since 1922. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (44:53): Kathleen shares articles on TGL's plummeting ratings, Meghan Markle's lifestyle show ratings tank, Sally Jessy Raphael makes a rare appearance, Loch Ness is looking for a full-time “monster hunter,” Forever 21 is bankrupt, Google cofounder Sergey Brin loves a 60-hr work week, Virginia is getting a new $230M chocolate factory, and Netflix's cofounder buys a Utah mountain. WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (31:48): Kathleen recommends watching “Devil In The Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke” on Hulu. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Tennesake Lager from Tennessee Brew Works in Nashville. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”COURT NEWS (8:13): Kathleen shares news on Mattress Mac teaching Girl Scouts how to sell cookies, Dolly's husband Carl Dean passed away, and Chappell Roan performed at Elton John's Oscar party. TASTING MENU (3:43): Kathleen samples Doritos Golden Sriracha chips, a Chocolate Frosted Donut Kit Kat, and Peanut Butter & Jelly M&M's. UPDATES (29:52): Kathleen shares updates on the fraudulent plot to auction Graceland, the search for MH370 resumes, Ollie's purchases 40 Big Lots store leases, JPMorgan Chase's CEO apologizes for his salty language, HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (46:43): Kathleen reveals that a rare black Canadian lynx has been photographed in Canada, and a Stonehenge-like circle has been unearthed in Denmark.FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (50:13): Kathleen shares articles on the announcement of the first dog-friendly cruise, American Airlines implements a plan to combat “gate lice,” Gayle King is one of the celebrities going to space on Bezos' New Shepard, the Pittsburgh Steelers are launching a fan cruise, we review money spent on alcohol by generation, two Southwest passengers get a private jet experience, and a drug smuggler attempts to hide cocaine under a wig. FEEL GOOD VIBES (1:16:02): A 100-year-old North Dakota woman is still doing taxes for clients.WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (14:13): Kathleen recommends watching “Devil In The Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke” on Hulu. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Minnow Bite Pilsner from Urban Growler Brewing Company in St. Paul. She reviews her weekend in Davenport IA and Mystic Lake MN, ice fishing on Prior Lake, and drinking Bloody Mary's and snits. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”COURT NEWS (17:20): Kathleen shares news that Stevie Nicks was reportedly generous with her time at the FireAid benefit concert, Dolly Parton just dropped a new pancake syrup, and Jelly Roll's bar officially opens in Nashville. TASTING MENU (1:20): Kathleen samples Story City Locker Beef Jerky, Earl's Minnesota Cheese Puffs, Earl's Minnesota Popcorn Supreme, and Cry Baby Craig's Bawlin' Sauce. UPDATES (26:43): Kathleen shares updates on Fyre Festival 2, Starbucks CEO announces immediate cuts to the menu, and Elizabeth Holmes fails to overturn her Theranos fraud conviction.FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (52:13): Kathleen shares articles on the announcement of Loretta Lynn's upcoming Broadway musical, Elon Musk requested Federal workers to justify their work in email, Delta Airlines offers Toronto crash victims $30K in compensation, Buc'ee's is opening its first Virginia location ahead of schedule, we learn how a new Catholic Pope is selected, Hooters is on the brink of bankruptcy, Japanese firm TrustRing offers hangover leave, USPS honors Betty White with a Forever stamp, Chick-Fil-A is dethroned as the US's top fast-food chain, Taco Bell in Vegas rolls out a wedding package.FEEL GOOD VIBES: A crew of Canadian service dogs watch a live musical as part of their training, and an Iowa water buffalo becomes a cult celebrity. WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (44:04): Kathleen recommends watching Scamanda on Hulu, and The Search for Instagram's Worst Con Artist on Netflix. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Hold My Beer Craft Lager from Gulf Stream Brewing. She reviews her weekend in Florida, performing in Fort Lauderdale and Fort Myers. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”COURT NEWS (11:03): Kathleen shares news that a casting call for Dolly's musical has resulted in 15 potential “Dolly's,” Chappell Roan starts a firestorm around Backline's “We Got You” campaign, and Snoop Dogg performed on the SNL 50th anniversary concert. TASTING MENU (2:11): Kathleen samples Everglades Seasoning, Mama Tere Rollitos Guava Caramel candy, and Canadian Lay's All Dressed chips. UPDATES (17:55): Kathleen shares updates on Elizabeth Holmes' first interview from prison, Black Sabbath's Back To The Beginning show sold out in minutes, Meghan Markle unveils lifestyle brand As Ever, and Anna Delvey walked the runway at NY Fashion Week.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (38:55): Kathleen reads about the discovery of secret tunnels under Milan's Sforza Castle after intense study of Da Vinci's sketches. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (41:03): Kathleen shares articles on the announcement of the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees, Zach Bryan makes concert history in Michigan, the NFL considers a change after the Kendrick Lamar halftime show, Chicago's Hard Rock Café is closing, RetrievAir takes flight, JP Morgan's CEO has issues with Gen Z, Air Canada installed a dance floor in 1972 for transatlantic passengers, Blink-182 has ties to Banksy, bartenders have a message for Zoomers, and Nelly is opening Dirty Bowling in a St. Louis suburb. WHAT ARE WE WATCHING: Kathleen recommends watching American Rust on Amazon Prime. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Black Phillip Cider from Blake's Hard Cider Company. She reviews her weekend in Durham, NC and discusses her Super Bowl betting strategies. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”COURT NEWS (24:33): Kathleen shares news that Jelly Roll is an “artist in residence” for American Idol, Snoop Dogg attended the Super Bowl with Martha Stewart, and Taylor Swift supported the Chiefs at the Super Bowl.TASTING MENU (1:36): Kathleen samples Reece's Red Velvet Miniatures, Post Malone Oreo Cookies, and Grippo's Carolina BBQ Chips. UPDATES (28:35): Kathleen shares updates on the Jet's release of Aaron Rogers, Buffy Sainte-Marie is stripped of the Order of Canada, Shohei Ohtani's interpreter is sentenced for bank fraud, and dogs at China's Qinhu Bay Animal Kingdom have been painted to look like tigers. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (40:21): Kathleen reads about the discovery of South America's largest mammal once believed to be extinct, and the largest shark ever tagged has been nicknamed “Contender” by OCEARCH. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (48:10): Kathleen shares articles on Vegas Strip room rates during Super Bowl weekend, Santorini Greece is being impacted by an unprecedented swarm of earthquakes, Budweiser has a new Clydesdale star, Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime payment is revealed, Banksy's “Travesty” is stripped from a London building, the NFL is heading to Dublin, Ozzy Osbourne is playing in the final Black Sabbath concert, Kelly Clarkson announces Vegas residency, and Michael Jordan celebrates the opening of a new NC Health clinic. WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (33:33): Kathleen recommends watching Apple Cider Vinegar on Netflix.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In an Off Menu first, we invite a previous guest back to the Dream Restaurant. But they're not choosing their meal – they're being served another guest's choices. This is the first Tasting Menu episode with fan favourite, John Kearns.John Kearns's special ‘The Varnishing Days' is available to watch now on NOW. Watch it here.John stars in Adam Riches and John Kearns ARE ‘Ball & Boe' at Soho Theatre in London. Get tickets here.Sign up to John's mailing list at www.johnkearnscomedy.co.uk/mailing-listOff Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking an Air Show Bathhouse Blonde lager from Jones Beach Brewing Company, and reviews her weekend doing shows in Huntington NY, and Red Bank NJ. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”COURT NEWS (5:53): Kathleen shares the news that Dolly's upcoming Broadway musical will debut in Nashville this summer, Chappell Roan dominated the Grammys, Stevie Nicks headlined FireAid, and Taylor Swift didn't stop dancing at the Grammys.TASTING MENU (1:38): Kathleen samples Bonilla Al La Vista potato chips and Pringles Spicy Loaded Nacho chips. UPDATES (23:33): Kathleen shares updates on the Utah Hockey Club's new team name, and Chili's makes the biggest restaurant comeback of all time. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (43:23): Kathleen reads the discovery of an undiscovered Van Gogh at a Minnesota yard sale.FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (52:23): Kathleen shares articles on Missouri murderess La Pistolera's decades in hiding, Jann Arden releases her new MIXTAPE album, Barnes & Noble is adding 60 new stores, Starbucks introduces “mug hugs,” VRBO is causing over-tourism in Spain and Portugal, the Mona Lisa is getting its own room at the Louvre, Uber's CEO says drivers will be replaced by self-driving cars within 10 years, Allen Media Group is removing local weather people from broadcasts, there's a real-life “Yellowstone” situation happening in Wyoming, WHAT WE ARE WATCHING (13:21): Kathleen recommends watching the 2025 Grammy Awards. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Bale Breaker Pilsner from Bale Breaker Brewing in Moxee, WA. She reviews her weekend in Spokane, WA and Scottsdale, AZ. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”TASTING MENU (1:29): Kathleen samples Asian KitKat bars and Sadie's Green Chile Ranch Tostada chips. COURT NEWS (27:28): Kathleen shares news Dolly has locked a “secret” song in a time capsule in Pigeon Forge TN, Jelly Roll has announced new Tour dates with Post Malone this summer, and Taylor Swift is heading to the Super Bowl to support the Kansas City Chiefs. UPDATES (30:42): Kathleen shares updates on the last 4 escaped monkeys in South Carolina, and a Boise woman rejects a Trump pardon.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (41:01): Kathleen reads the discovery of a ghostly white deer in North Carolina, and thieves steal gold masterpieces from a Dutch museum. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (42:53): Kathleen shares articles on the NHL's Utah Hockey Club's latest naming application, Spirit Airlines makes changes to its dress code policy, Buc-ee's sues Super Fuels for trademark infringement, Canada's newest Loonie has arrived, the Detroit Pistons stop at Buc-ee's outside of Atlanta, Jet Blue now accepts Venmo, Vegas's Circus Circus is for sale, Nepal hikes Everest's climbing permit fee, Idaho brings back firing squads, and Travis Kelce purchased a $3.3M home in Kansas City for homeless youth. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Snow Beast Winter Ale from Kinkaider Brewing Company in Broken Bow, NE. She describes “Cowtanking” in the Midwest, and reviews her weekend in Omaha, NE and Cedar Rapids, IA. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.” COURT NEWS (20:30): Kathleen shares news that Ohio is now offering Dolly Parton Imagination Library license plates, Jelly Roll's “Goodnight Nashville” bar has opened in Nashville, Snoop Dogg plays the pre-inauguration Crypto Ball, and Tom Brady intends to continue broadcasting for Fox. TASTING MENU (3:12): Kathleen samples a King Bing candy bar, Casey's New Orleans Style kettle chips, and Criss Cross Spicy Artisan Pretzels. UPDATES (24:12): Kathleen shares updates on the QAnonShaman being pardoned by Trump, some Jewish Cemeteries allow tattoos, and there's an update on the Leinenkugel Brewery. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (49:58): Kathleen reads the discovery of a once-in-a-century finding in Pompeii, and an incredible royal crown is discovered in a crypt after being hidden from the Nazis. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (49:08): Kathleen shares articles on the LA Fire Aid lineup formally announced, Just Stop Oil targets Westminster Abbey, Starbucks reverses its open-door policy, Kenny Chesney is the latest residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, Nantucket is considering a ban on Pickleball courts, a rare brown panda is discovered in a Chinese zoo, Walgreens evaluates their new shoplifting strategy, and Planters is paying $45K to drive the NUTmobile. WHAT WE'RE WATCHING (1:06:52): Watch “American Primeval” on Netflix.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Labatt Blue Light in honor of the Buffalo Bills playoff run. She's excited for the NFL playoffs to begin, and thrilled to have met the Weather Channel's Jim Cantore while he was covering Winter Storm Cora in Nashville. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”COURT NEWS (20:30): Kathleen shares news on Tom Brady finishing his first regular NFL season commentating for Fox, Taylor Swift donates to the LA fires, and Cher's Malibu home survives the fire devastation. TASTING MENU (2:02): Kathleen samples Publix Limited Edition Buffalo Style Chicken Dip Kettle Chips, Hidden Valley Ranch Spicy Taco Sauce, and Off-Road Joe's Retro Jalapeno Chips. UPDATES (36:28): Kathleen shares updates on the launch of Meghan Markle's lifestyle show, and the fate of TikTok in the US in the hands of the Supreme Court.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (44:30): Kathleen reads the discovery of a yellow Northern Cardinal in Michigan, and a “dinosaur highway is discovered in England. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (48:02): Kathleen shares articles on the Girl Scouts retiring two cookies, North Korea bans hot dogs, Zuckerburg is removing all fact-checking from Facebook., the history of Oscar Meyer's Wienermobile is reviewed, a Delta flight attendant sings at Jimmy Carter's funeral, a Fantasy Football loser is doomed to spend all day at Jason Aldean's bar, and a trapper uses CPR to save a marten. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Miller High Life pony bottle. She reviews her New Year's fun spent with her cousins, barhopping on Broadway in Nashville and cheering on Missouri at the Music City Bowl. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”COURT NEWS (22:39): Kathleen shares news on deadlines to audition for Dolly's Broadway musical, Jelly Roll has purchased a farm outside of Nashville, and Tom Brady commentates his final regular season NFL game for Fox. TASTING MENU (6:12): Kathleen samples Tayto Salt & Vinegar Irish Crisps, Zaxby's Zax Sauce, and Pringles Mingles Cheddar & Sour Cream Puffs. UPDATES (29:58): Kathleen shares updates on the latest search for missing Malaysian Flight 370, and Meghan Markle's cooking show is an anticipated bomb.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (45:37): Kathleen reads the discovery of an uncontacted Amazon tribe in the Brazilian rainforest, and a gardener finds a giant mastodon jaw in upstate New York. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (49:25): Kathleen shares articles on “Ozark Law” coming to A&E, the world's oldest person dies at age 116, 2 Oregon men die in a forest hunting Bigfoot, New York City implements congestion pricing, dogs living near Chernobyl have mutated to develop superpowers, declassified CIA documents suggest reincarnation is real, tipping is getting out of control, an eccentric millionaire killed in an LA fire was a Rothschild imposter, 132 escaped hamsters overtook an airplane for 4 days, and fishermen discover 38 lost hunting dogs on a Mississippi lake. WHAT WE'RE WATCHING (26:25): Kathleen recommends watching “Bad Sisters” on Apple TV, and “Say Nothing” on Hulu. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Donna's Pickle Beer from Pilot Project Brewing, and an Ozark Distillery Bloody Mary. She reviews her Christmas week with family in Missouri, visiting the Budweiser Clydesdales at Warm Springs Ranch, and tailgating at the Kansas City Chiefs game with her cousins. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”COURT NEWS (52:02): Kathleen shares news on Jelly Roll headlining New Year's Eve Live from Nashville, Chappell Roan sings a holiday duet with Sabrina Carpenter, Snoop Dogg releases holiday song “High Christmas,” and Taylor Swift closes out 2024 supporting boyfriend Travis Kelce at 2 Chiefs' games. TASTING MENU (3:52): Kathleen samples Pringles Mingles Dill Pickle & Ranch Crisps, and Cheetos Pretzels. UPDATES (20:35): Kathleen shares updates on Mattress Mac's heart surgery, the South Carolina monkeys are still on the loose, the Supreme Court could ban TikTok, and NASA astronauts stranded in space get more bad news. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (49:10): Kathleen reads the discovery of the identity of “Jack the Ripper” in a genetic analysis. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (53:50): Kathleen shares articles on Party City's bankruptcy filing, , REO Speedwagon quits touring after 57 years, a “living Nostradamus” makes a chilling prediction about WWIII, Big Lots is closing all of its stores, we look at Baba Venga's 2025 predictions, Green Bay WI is 2024's Drunkest City in America, 2024 deems the Waltons are the world's wealthiest family, author James Patterson gives $500K to independent bookstore staff, Honda & Nissan agree to a 2026 merger, and a woman celebrates her 106th birthday by downing Fireball whiskey. WHAT WE'RE WATCHING (1:17:05): Kathleen recommends watching “Bad Sisters” on Apple TV. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking an Eggo Nog Appalachian Sippin' Cream from Sugarlands Distillery, and a Mad Elf Holiday Ale from Troegs Brewery. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”COURT NEWS (9:13): Kathleen shares news on Chaka Khan's relocation to Georgia, Stevie Nicks has issues with science, Taylor Swift makes a surprise visit to the Kansas City Children's Hospital, and Chappell Roan sings in the car with her parents. TASTING MENU (4:40): Kathleen samples Utz Holiday Pretzels, Yellowstone Woodfired Garlic Seasoning, and Joe's KC BBQ Night of the Living BBQ Sauce. UPDATES (18:32): Kathleen shares updates on Morgan Wallen's sentencing in Nashville, the Paris stowaway recently caught on a Delta flight is arrested AGAIN, and Prince Harry's “Polo” gets appalling reviews. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (42:40): Kathleen reads about the discovery of the real face of Santa Claus.FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (45:55): Kathleen shares articles on the recent mysterious drone sightings along the East coast of the US, an original Banksy mural is destroyed by London city workers, a man attempts to evade police on a mule, Netflix is building a mega studio in New Jersey, YouTube TV implements another price hike, X users jump to Bluesky, scientists teach monkeys the concept of money, and a pair of Judy Garland's “Wizard of Oz” ruby slippers sell at auction. WHAT WE'RE WATCHING (32:58): Kathleen recommends watching “Landman” on Paramount +, and “Cold Case: Who Killed Jon Benet Ramsey” on Netflix. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Richard Johnson, Steven Godfrey, and Alex Kirshner discuss the first-round College Football Playoff games and more on this week's show: * Indiana at Notre Dame, where the Hoosiers have the chance to do the funniest possible thing * SMU at Penn State, where the sport's chaotic December calendar is really coming into focus with a Penn State transfer* Clemson at Texas, where the Tigers will try to play Cinderella * Tennessee at Ohio State, where Richard and Alex disagree on how feasible a Vols upset of the Buckeyes really isThen a Tasting Menu of the rest of the college football weekend, featuring a check in with the FCS and lower-level playoffs. SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS AND GET COOL STUFF* Enter your pick for the Nokian Tyres Road Trip of the Week and be automatically entered in a monthly drawing to win tires at www.nokiantyres.com/szd* Use code SZD20 for 20% off your first order from Homefield, at www.homefieldapparel.comHosts: Richard Johnson, Steven Godfrey, Alex KirshnerProducer: Anthony Vito This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.splitzoneduo.com/subscribe

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking an Honest Abe's Tabby American Ale from Bitchin' Kitty Brewery in Morrisville, PA and Pennsylvania Dutch Egg Nog. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”COURT NEWS (28:55): Kathleen shares news on Jelly Roll's 40th birthday, Snoop Dogg sang a duet with Sting on The Voice, Cher has an announcement regarding her next album, Dolly Parton is holding auditions for her Broadway musical, and Taylor Swift ends her ERAs Tour. TASTING MENU (6:07): Kathleen samples Unique Snacks Extra Dark Charred Splits, Zerbe's Italian Hoagie Kettle Chips, and Arooga's Awesome-On-Everything Hot Sauce. UPDATES (39:10): Kathleen shares updates on a new Buc-ee's lawsuit, and Chi-Chi's Mexican restaurant is making a comeback.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (48:08): Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a 2,000-year-old fermented fig in North Dublin, and the largest collection of Roman coins ever found is unearthed in Worcester. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (51:20): Kathleen shares articles on the murder of United Heathcare's CEO, Salma Hayek's French billionaire husband donates to the restoration of Notre Dame, TikTok could be banned in the US in January 2025, a group of Texas nuns are expelled by the Vatican, Virgin Voyages is now accepting Bitcoin, Air Canada introduces carry-on baggage fees, Gwyneth Paltrow's business empire nears its end, Jay-Z's pot company burns $575M in California, Australia attempts to ban social media to anyone under 16, and a Catholic nun is among 25 arrested in an Italian mob bust.WHAT WE'RE WATCHING (17:27): Kathleen recommends watching her stand-up Special “Bothering Jesus” on Netflix.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking Evan Williams Egg Nog. She reviews her Thanksgiving holiday with family at Lake of the Ozarks, and shares plans to decorate for Christmas in Nashville. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”COURT NEWS (27:05): Kathleen shares news on Jelly Roll's 40th birthday, and Taylor Swift prepares for her final ERAS Tour shows in Vancouver. TASTING MENU (1:50): Kathleen samples Pringles Mingles White Cheddar & Ranch puffs, Lesser Evil Chocolate Candy Cane Popcorn, and Haribo Sweet & Sour Reindeer. UPDATES (39:10): Kathleen shares updates on Meghan Markle's American Rivera Orchard trademark, siblings found DB Cooper's parachute in their mother's shed, and Oasis selects WMX as their Tour merch partner.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (51:38): Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a 400-year-old map that might solve the mystery of the lost colony of Roanoke. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS ( 32:01): Kathleen shares articles on the history of flocking Christmas trees, major US movie theatres are investing to include Pickleball courts in their complexes, Nissan is on the brink of a financial collapse, a chess grandmaster refuses to play in Saudi Arabia, Luc-ky's in Mexico looks VERY similar to Buc-ee's, the 2025 Coachella lineup is announced, there's a Jay Leno health update after falling down a hill, and Billboard releases how much Mariah Carey and Brenda Lee earn per year from their holiday hits. WHAT WE'RE WATCHING (17:27): Kathleen recommends watching her stand-up Special “Bothering Jesus” on Netflix.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alex, Richard, and Steven preview Championship Weekend, in order: * WKU at Jacksonville State * Tulane at Army* UNLV at Boise for a playoff spot * Miami vs. Ohio * Iowa State vs. Arizona State * Georgia vs. Texas * Marshall at Louisiana * Penn State vs. Oregon* Clemson vs. SMU Plus, updates on the lower-level postseasons and the debut of THE RICHARD JOHNSON PORTAL MINUTE, a one-minute (or so) update on interesting names going into the transfer portal. SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS AND GET COOL STUFF:* Enter your pick for the Nokian Tyres Road Trip of the Week and be automatically entered in a monthly drawing to win tires at www.nokiantyres.com/szd* Use code SZD20 for 20% off your first order from Homefield, at www.homefieldapparel.comHosts: Richard Johnson, Steven Godfrey, Alex KirshnerProducer: Anthony Vito This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.splitzoneduo.com/subscribe

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking an Endless Shoreline IPA from Pizza Port Brewing Company in Carlsbad, CA. She reviews her weekend in El Cajon and Riverside, CA experiencing the Festival of Lights at The Mission Inn and finding a cool Christmas Taqueria. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her Day Drinking Tour.COURT NEWS (14:40): Kathleen shares news on Dolly Parton being named Billboard's Greatest Country Artist of All Time and has broken ground on her Nashville “Songteller” hotel, Jelly Roll joins Brooks & Dunn on stage at the CMA Awards, Taylor Swift wraps the Toronto dates of her ERAs Tour, and Stevie Nicks' Christmas duet with Jason Kelce dethrones Mariah Carey's Christmas chart record. TASTING MENU (0:47): Kathleen samples Hello Kitty BBQ Wheat chips, Ass Kickin' Bacon Ranch Pretzels, and a Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding cookie. UPDATES (25:01): Kathleen shares updates on the latest legendary rock band to book a tour residency in Las Vegas, and a Mexican cartel leader arrested in Riverside faked his death and assumed a phony identity. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (29:50): Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a saber-toothed kitten found frozen in the Russian tundra.FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (31:40): Kathleen shares articles on pickleball being overtaken by Gen Z'ers, Elton John's “Tammy Faye” musical closes on Broadway after less than one month, “Manifest” is Cambridge University's 2024 word of the year, an Alaskan town won't see the sun for 2 months, Billie Eilish is Apple Music's 2024 Artist of the Year, a Magritte sale sets a new auction record, KFC releases “lickable” Christmas wrapping paper, Betty White gets her own USPS Forever Stamp, and a woman runs the NYC Marathon drunk. WHAT WE'RE WATCHING (19:45): Kathleen recommends watching “Landman” on Paramount Plus.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Candlepin Pale Ale from Castle Island Brewery in Norwood, MA. She reviews her weekend in Boston, performing at The Wilbur, shopping at the Southport Christmas market, and drinking Guinness at her favorite local pubs. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her Day Drinking Tour.COURT NEWS (15:01): Kathleen shares news on Dolly Parton's multi-million dollar investment in the children of Nashville, Jelly Roll announces a Summer 2025 Tour with Post Malone, Taylor Swift finishes her first weekend of her ERAs Tour in Toronto, and Snoop Dogg celebrates with 19 Crimes. TASTING MENU (1:59): Kathleen samples Nantucket Crisps, Shaqalicious XL gummies, and Korean Lay's Roasted Cumin Lamb chips. UPDATES (20:55): Kathleen shares updates on the Spirit Airlines bankruptcy announcement.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (38:39): Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of new paintings at Pompeii, and a 1,200-yr-old Viking cemetery is uncovered in Sweden. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (40:49): Kathleen shares articles on a 7-year-old in Minnesota beats 89 adults in a football pool, Kum & Go stores is being rebranded, Hallmark sets sail on their inaugural set of sold-out holiday cruises, a person dressed in a bear costume attacks cars and commits insurance fraud, the cofounder of FedEx once saved his company from bankruptcy at a blackjack table, Red Lobster debuts a new menu of fan favorites, Mariah Carey's holiday bars open in select cities across the US, and Detroit becomes the largest US city to accept crypto payments for taxes. WHAT WE'RE WATCHING (19:45): Kathleen recommends watching “Landman” on Paramount Plus.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Split Zone Duo previews Week 13 of the college football season, including: * Can Indiana actually do this? We're skeptical, but here's how. * Army gets the ultimate prove-it matchup with Notre Dame* What's up with Monday coach firings? * The Ole Miss vs. Florida SZD Alumni Bowl * Can Big 12 Tiebreaker Armageddon be avoided? * Nebraska: Please figure this out * The Pac-12's Game of 2024 arrives * The Mountain West and SWAC get a little spicy * Could Auburn get messy with A&M? * Can Oklahoma score on Alabama? (No.) And more! Hosted by Richard Johnson, Alex Kirshner, and Steven Godfrey. Produced by Anthony Vito. SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS AND GET COOL STUFF:* Enter your pick for the Nokian Tyres Road Trip of the Week and be automatically entered in a monthly drawing to win tires at www.nokiantyres.com/szd* Use code SZD20 for 20% off your first order from Homefield, at www.homefieldapparel.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.splitzoneduo.com/subscribe

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Forager Honey Rye Ale from Crosstown Brewing in Memphis. She reviews her weekend playing The Ryman in Nashville, sharing the history of the iconic building. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her Day Drinking Tour.COURT NEWS (21:29): Kathleen shares news on Chappell Roan's support for her hometown LGTBQ event and she and Taylor Swift rack up Grammy nominations, and Stevie Nicks finished recording her Christmas duet with Jason Kelce.TASTING MENU (4:40): Kathleen samples Wild Huckleberry gummy grizzlies, Gibble's homestyle potato chips, and Korean Lay's Cucumber chips. UPDATES (35:10): Kathleen shares updates on TGI Friday's unused gift cards, and NY Post journalist declared dead by Martha Stewart is actually alive and writing.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (42:28): Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a lost Amazon city in the rainforest, and Amelia Earhart's plane was reported found but ended up being a giant pile of rocks. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (47:50): Kathleen shares articles on a raccoon falling through the ceiling at LGA Airport, Barnes & Noble is expanding, Vitamin Shoppe files for bankruptcy, major corporations are calling work-from-home employees back to the office, police hunt 43 monkeys that escaped from a research facility, Leinenkugel's brewery is closing in Wisconsin, a mysterious “woyote” dog is caught on camera in Minnesota, and Notre Dame's bells ring out in Paris for the first time since the 2019 fire. WHAT WE'RE WATCHING (38:20): Kathleen recommends watching “Lee” on Amazon Prime, and “Somebody Somewhere” on HBO Max. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Split Zone Duo previews Week 12 of the college football season, including:* The problems facing the Georgia Bulldogs* Kansas takes a crack at another Big 12 contender* Texas and Arkansas take us back to the SWC, even though Texas really does not want to consider Arkansas a rival* Tulane's emergence as a maybe-Playoff contender* Could Utah derail Colorado?* A darkhorse Colorado State rides in the Mountain West* A pair of enormous FCS games* Baylor and West Virginia in a medicated Anxiety Bowl* Wisconsin's latest chance to restore a fading reputationAnd more!SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS AND GET COOL STUFF:* Enter your pick for the Nokian Tyres Road Trip of the Week and be automatically entered in a monthly drawing to win tires at www.nokiantyres.com/szd* Use code SZD20 for 20% off your first order from Homefield, at www.homefieldapparel.comHosts: Richard Johnson, Steven Godfrey, Alex KirshnerProducer: Anthony Vito This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.splitzoneduo.com/subscribe

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking Preds Beer from Jackelope Brewing in Nashville. She reviews her weekend in Nashville, attending Cyndi Lauper's Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour and the Nashville Predators hockey game. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her Day Drinking Tour.COURT NEWS (16:19): Kathleen shares news on Chappell Roan slaughtered Saturday Night Live, Taylor Swift surpassed the Indianapolis Super Bowl ticket sales with her ERAs Tour, and Stevie Nicks continues to promote her pro-choice song “The Lighthouse.”TASTING MENU (7:05): Kathleen samples Lay's Limited Edition “Messi” Crispy Taco flavored chips, Wavy Hartville Kettle Chips, and Korean Steak Cheetos. UPDATES (26:00): Kathleen shares updates on TGI Friday's bankruptcy filing, the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson suffers a new setback, and PETA files a new motion against “Chimp Crazy” subject Tonia Haddix.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (39:30): Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a 200-year-old Chopin composition.FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (41:40): Kathleen shares articles on Buc-ee's breaking ground on their first West Tennessee location, Cracker Barrel sales are surging as Gen Z'ers buy up quilted sweatshirts, Starbucks is going retro, Lori Vallow Daybell represents herself in court, 23andMe fights for survival, Iceland embraced a shorter work week, New Glarus Brewery expands, and an NHL owner gives a surprise bonus to his employees. WHAT WE'RE WATCHING (38:20): Kathleen recommends watching “Martha” on Netflix. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our Week 11 college football preview arrives, including:* The keys to Alabama-LSU* Florida's chances at a Texas upset* Colorado's road to the Big 12 goes through Lubbock* Army and Boise continue marching* An injury-laden Clemson-Virginia Tech meeting* The Big 12 middle class sorting itself out* The Holy War gets a twistAnd a lot more!* 20% off sitewide at homefieldapparel.com through November 9* Enter your pick for the Nokian Tyres Road Trip of the Week and be automatically entered in a monthly drawing to win tires at www.nokiantyres.com/szdHosts: Alex Kirshner, Richard Johnson, Steven GodfreyProducer: Anthony Vito This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.splitzoneduo.com/subscribe

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Chillsner With Lime from the Southern Growl Beer Company, and a “Durty Gurl” vodka Bloody Mary. She reviews her weekend in Spartanburg SC and Wilmington NC, eating Carolina BBQ (her favorite), enjoying Bloody Marys at Anne Bonny's river barge bar, and experiencing the coolest airport gas station outside of the RDU Airport. COURT NEWS (16:45): Kathleen shares news on Stevie Nicks' Rolling Stone interview, Chappell Roan scolds a red carpet photographer, Cher makes her endorsement prior to the 2024 Presidential election, and Taylor Swift closes out the New Orleans leg of her ERAs Tour. TASTING MENU (4:10): Kathleen samples Spicy Crayfish Korean Lay's chips, Keogh's Sour Cream & Shamrock chips, and Hampton Acres Carolina Crack Sauce. UPDATES (40:56): Kathleen shares updates on Jelly Roll's return to Twitter after a fun afternoon picking up the tab for an entire restaurant in Little Rock. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of dozens of elusive brown dwarfs (strange objects larger than planets) beyond the Milky Way for the first time ever.FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (45:40): Kathleen shares articles on the heartbreaking death of the oldest grizzly bear in Yellowstone, the “picklewich” rolls out at Jimmy Johns, a Springfield MO woman uses Apple airtags to find stolen election signs, the former Abercrombie CEO is charged with sex trafficking, a Wisconsin dad buys 14 tickets to see the wrong “Alabama,” the most popular Halloween candies by state are revealed, the Cleveland Browns announce plans to move to the suburbs, and American Airlines test boarding technology that shames line cutters. WHAT WE'RE WATCHING (38:20): Kathleen recommends watching “I'm Not A Monster” on HBO Max.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Pub Beer Lager from 10 Barrel Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend in Utah, seeing her first Banksy and drinking Baby Guinness shots in Park City, and performing at the University of Utah. She reviews the unusual liquor laws in UtahCOURT NEWS (21:49): Kathleen shares news on Tom Brady's NFL approval to be partial owner of the Las Vegas Raiders, Snoop Dogg is working on his biopic, Cher is inducted into the Rock Hall of Fame and performs at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, and Taylor Swift closes out the Miami stop on her ERAs Tour.TASTING MENU (6:05): Kathleen samples Gold Fish Salt & Vinegar Crisps, a Chocolate Frosted Donut Kit Kat, and Korean Lay's Italian Red Meat Sauce flavored chips. UPDATES (32:27): Kathleen shares updates on a 2nd Sphere being built in Dubai, and Bed Bath & Beyond makes a comeback.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (48:10): Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a human foot on Mt. Everest that may hold the key to one of mountaineering's greatest mysteries, and a Missouri man finds mammoth tracks in his garden. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (54:57): Kathleen shares articles on a rare wolverine charging down a street in Oregon, a man's organs were nearly harvested when he was still alive, True Value Hardware declares bankruptcy, Disney hikes streaming prices again, TGI Fridays begins to close restaurants, a Polish zoo celebrates the birth of 4 Sumatran tigers, and a North Carolina cat survives Hurricane Helene. WHAT WE'RE WATCHING (28:20): Kathleen recommends watching ”The Rock N Roll HOF Induction Ceremony” on Disney+, “Anatomy of Lies” on Peacock, and the Karen Read Dateline on Peacock. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Bohemian Style Pilsner from Von Trapp Brewing in Vermont. She reviews her weekend performing in Troy NY and Burlington VT, immersing herself in the set of The Gilded Age in Troy and enjoying the Fall colors in Vermont. COURT NEWS (13:50): Kathleen shares news on Stevie Nicks' appearance on SNL, Jelly Roll is opening his own bar in Nashville, Taylor Swift donated $5M to Hurricane relief, Cher has announced her book tour, and Tom Brady crushed the Fox broadcast of the Cowboys vs Lions game. TASTING MENU (1:02): Kathleen samples Deep River Sour Cream & Onion Chips, Haribo Football gummies, and Cabot Farms Pepper Jack Cheese popcorn. UPDATES (33:10): Kathleen shares updates on Southwest's plan to decease its open seating policy, and China's newest panda diplomats are headed to Washington. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (35:10): Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a woolly rhino preserved in Russian permafrost for 32,000 years, and a man discovers a massive Roman mosaic floor while gardening in eastern Turkey. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (38.02 ): Kathleen shares articles on Kris Kristofferson's passing, Buc-ee's first Virginia location has broken ground, Utah's new NHL team makes beer sales history in its inaugural game, centuries-old mystery of Christopher Columbus's true origins revealed in a new study, MLB's Minnesota Twins are up for sale, Inuit elders warn about the “wobbly Earth theory” regarding climate change, a woman attempted to smuggle 29 turtles into Canada by kayaking across a Vermont lake, a Washington state woman calls 911 after her home is overtaken by 100 raccoons, McDonald's secretly releases the McRib and launches the new Chicken Big Mac, and Nashville pilots the use of sheep to graze and maintain urban landscapes. WHAT WE'RE WATCHING: Kathleen recommends watching ”The Gilded Age” on HBO Max. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking an Ocean Course American Pale Ale from Low Tide Brewing in John's Island, SC. She celebrated her birthday week golfing on Kiawah Island with her BFF Louis Black and reviewed her shows in Connecticut and New York City at The Town Hall. COURT NEWS (19:20): Kathleen shares news on Stevie Nicks' upcoming appearance on Saturday Night Live, Chappell Roan's ACL Fest performance, Snoop Dogg was king of the Pittsburgh Steeler's SNF game, Jelly Roll is everywhere, and Taylor Swift watched the Chiefs' win on Monday Night Football.TASTING MENU (8:25): Kathleen samples Hal's New York Sea Salt & Vinegar Kettle Chips, Brooklyn's Betty Bakery Chocolate Caramel Tart, and Snyder's Hot Buffalo Wing Pretzel Pieces. UPDATES (32:30): Kathleen shares updates on Anna Delvey's brief stint on “Dancing With The Stars,” the Baby Reindeer defamation lawsuit moves to trial, the Just Stop Oil activists that destroyed a Van Gogh with soup have been sentenced, Sam Bankman-Fried's girlfriend is sentenced, we have a review of McDonald's Big Arch sandwich from Canada, and the New Orleans AHS mansion sells. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (55:27): Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a copy of a signed original US Constitution in North Carolina and a painting found by a junk dealer in Capri is determined to be an authentic Picasso. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (1:00:25): Kathleen shares articles on a monkey gang preventing a child abduction in India, the docuseries “Scamanda” is set for a Fall release on ABC, a scientific study is solving chronic pain in cats, Costco is expanding its doomsday prep product line, the rarest Pokemon card sold for $360K at Sotheby's, a major investment firm values Twitter at less than $10B, and Arkansas hosts the annual World Championship Squirrel Cook Off. WHAT WE'RE WATCHING (32:05): Kathleen recommends watching “Godless” on Netflix.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.