Madigan’s Pubcast

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Episode 134: France vs The Champagne of Beers, Austin’s Serial Killer & Remembering Dame Edna

Kathleen opens the show drinking a Bull Durham Light Ale from the Bull Durham Brewing Company. She reviews her fun weekend in Durham performing 2 sold-out shows at the Carolina Theatre, and eating her favorite Carolina vinegar-based BBQ at The Original Q Shack. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Tanya Tucker has released a new single “Kindness,” and Record Store Day’s 2023 releases include Queen Dolly’s “Monument Singles Collection” and Stevie’s “Bella Donna Live 1981.” She announces that Taylor Swift will be joining the court. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Carolina Kettle Down East BBQ chips and Mac’s Speed Shop Carolina BBQ Sauce. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Taylor Swift’s position on FTX sponsorship, Bud Light’s marketing exec takes a leave of absence, and Meta’s Hunger Games,“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a new Bible chapter containing hidden verses over 1,500 years old. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the passing of her favorite drag queen Dame Edna, alligators have been spotted in West Tennessee, Miller High Life leaves French producers frothing, mystery mounts as Texas cattle turn up dead with tongues removed, Austin could possibly have a serial killer, Celebrity Cruises improperly stored a dead body in a ship’s food cooler, and a Spanish woman spent 500 days alone in a cave alone as part of a scientific study. NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS: In business news, Kathleen reports that REI is abandoning its Portland OR location, David’s Bridal files for bankruptcy, and Ikea stores are expanding to 17 new US locations. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Waco: The Aftermath” on Showtime, 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 133: Spotting Croczilla, The Most Expensive Grilled Cheese, & the Rise and Fall of Tupperware

Kathleen opens the show drinking a Bud Light from her hometown St. Louis Anheuser Busch Brewery. She reviews her weekend in St. Louis celebrating her cousin’s wedding, hiding from a tornado with friends and family, and eating one of her favorite local foods, Sugarfire Smoke House, for the reception dinner. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen has no Queen news to report this week.“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Durkee Famous Sauce, a Hershey’s White Crème Popping Candy bar, and Herr’s Baby Back Rib chips. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the Texas mystery animal, Fyre Festival 2, and Elizabeth Holmes’ has a date report to prison.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a 1,500 year old underground mosaic tunnel in Turkey, and a rare “diamond within a diamond” named “Beating Heart” is unearthed in India. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the infamous “Croczilla” spotted in the Everglades, the world’s most expensive grilled cheese sandwich available at Serendipity 3 in NYC, reviews the 2023 Coachella lineup, the rise and fall of the Tupperware brand, feral donkeys are used to fight off wolves in Colorado, Sour Patch Kids and Skittles could be banned in California, NPR quits Twitter, Montana approves a full ban of TikTok, and reviews the world’s happiest countries for 2023. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Tupperware!“ on Amazon Prime, 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 132: Canada’s First Dire Wolf, The Lost Colony of Roanoke, & A Mystery Animal Invades South Texas

Kathleen opens the show drinking a No Jacket Required Czech Style Pilsner from the Savannah River Brewing Co. She reviews her week in Augusta at The Masters, sampling her favorite egg salad sandwich on the planet and walking the course at Augusta National. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen shares news that Queen Stevie has cancelled a few shows due to illness in the band, and Queen Cher is selling her Malibu mansion for $85M. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Masters BBQ Kettle chips, Herr’s Old Bay Potato Chips, and Flamin’ Hot Cool Ranch Doritos. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on a recent citing of Scientology leader David Miscavige, the militant turkeys have returned to Massachusetts, Bed Bath & Beyond gets a major cash infusion, Pablo Escobar’s cocaine hippos are quoted a relocation cost. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of new clues to the Lost Colony of Roanoke mystery, and a dusty painting hidden behind a door turns out to be a Brueghel masterpiece. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on a new Millennial fraudster emerging in Chicago, a mystery animal captured on film in Texas, a new study advises that pink Peeps contain an additive linked to cancer, a cobra is found in a South African airplane cockpit, Foot Locker unveils its new “Lace-Up” corporate concept, a Polish fantasist pretends to be Madeleine McCann, and proof emerges that Dire wolves lived in Canada during the Ice Age. 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 131: Celebrating Masters Week, Cracker Barrel Sangria, & Visiting the Holy Toe

Kathleen opens the show drinking a Narragansett Famous Lager from Narragansett Brewing Company in Pawtucket, RI. She reviews all of the fun she had in Boston while in town for sold-out shows, drinking Guinness at The Black Rose to celebrate the Red Sox’ Opening Day, and eating as much clam chowder as possible. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen shares the news that Queen Tanya Tucker is part of the 2023 class of musicians being inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Cape Cod Waves Jalapeno Ranch chips, New England Marshmallow Fluff, Port City Tasty Ranch Dill Pretzels, and Ah-So Chinese BBQ Sauce.UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Ralphie the Demon Dog, Tennessee’s proposed Drag Show ban, Carol Baskin is relocating her Big Cat Rescue to the Ozarks, the Bulgarian Cryptoqueen has resurfaced, and Kansas City Chiefs superfan Chiefsaholic removes his ankle monitor to avoid prosecution. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a long-lost ship in Lake Huron, and brothers discover a priceless Rembrandt under their ping pong table. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on St. Louis’s Holy Toe, the latest Vogue cover model is a 106-yr-old Pilipino tattoo artist, McDonald’s Canada is opening adult-only playgrounds in select restaurant locations, footage of the last remaining red wolves surfaces, Cracker Barrel becomes the latest company to flee Portland, and an ancient beaver species has been discovered by the University of Texas and is named Buc-ee. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video, and Yellowjackets 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.