Madigan’s Pubcast

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.

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Episodes

2 days ago

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. 

Wednesday Apr 16, 2025

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. 

Wednesday Apr 09, 2025

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.
 

Wednesday Apr 02, 2025

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 Whisky’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.

Wednesday Mar 26, 2025

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, Hattie B’s Chicken Skin Crisps, and Pixie Slap Pale Ale Hot Sauce. 
 
UPDATES (24:53): Kathleen shares updates on Meghan Markle’s latest trademark application issues, Southwest Airlines is being trolled by Frontier, 
 
HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (36:13): Kathleen reveals the discovery of a rare species returning after nearly 200 years.
 
FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (39:14): Kathleen shares articles on Arkansas’s Crater of Diamonds, a Peruvian fisherman was found after being lost for 95 days, an American couple becomes caretakers to a remote Irish island, Jack the Ripper’s identity has been confirmed, the Boston Celtics have been sold, Starbucks faces a new threat, the world’s most expensive dog is sold, and cruise ship passengers are warned of a threat of pirates. 
 
WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (35:23): Kathleen recommends watching March Madness basketball games, and A Body In The Snow: The Karen Read Trial on Max. 
 
FEEL GOOD STORY (1:13:01): Kathleen reads about a Brazilian priest brings stray dogs to mass for adoption. 
 

Thursday Mar 20, 2025

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.

Wednesday Mar 12, 2025

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.

Wednesday Mar 05, 2025

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.

Wednesday Feb 26, 2025

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.

Wednesday Feb 19, 2025

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.

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