Madigan’s Pubcast

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.

Episode 130: Wisconsin’s Mythical Hodag, Hunting A Cryptoqueen, & The Duke’s Peacock Ranch Sells

Kathleen opens the show drinking a Hodag Beer from Northwoods Brewing Corp. She shares the tale of the Hodag, a mythical creature prominent in early Paul Bunyan stories, and then reviews her weekend in Milwaukee and Wausau which included sold-out shows at The Pabst and The Grand, touring the Pabst Mansion, and eating brats at the Milwaukee Brat House. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen shares news that Queen Dolly’s new duet with Miley Cyrus, “Rainbowland” has been temporarily removed from Waukesha’s First grade curriculum because they find the message of acceptance “too controversial.” “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Old Dutch Spicy Dill Pickle chips, Wisconsin’s Silver Springs Horseradish Sauce, and Flip Whip Creamy Ranch.UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Ralphie the Demon dog and his new Instagram account, Mattress Mac’s 2023 Astros World Series bet, Planet Fitness attempts to assume retail space from Bed Bath & Beyond,“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a 400-year-old painting behind a renovated UK kitchen wall, and a 17th Century gold ring worth $12K is discovered by a teacher in his garden. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the pending sale of John Wayne’s Peacock Ranch in California, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey sends Educational funds to a water park project, Tiger King Joe Exotic has announced that he’s running for President, California moves forward with plans for a LA to Vegas high-speed train, missing cryptoqueen Ruja Ignatova found alive, we find out what happened to Quiznos, and a previously unknown Pollock painting worth $45M is discovered in a raid.WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video, and listening to The Missing Crypto Queen podcast from BBC Sounds.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 129: Loch Ness’s Two Monsters, Elvis’s Graceland, & More MH370 Theories

Kathleen opens the show drinking a Standard Prairie Ale from Prairie Artisan Ales in Oklahoma and Elvis Whiskey from Memphis. She reviews her weekend doing shows in Red Bank NJ and Huntington NY, and then her St., Patrick’s Day weekend playing a show in Memphis at Graceland. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen shares news that Queen Tanya Tucker rejected Elvis Presley’s advances in her teens because her father wouldn’t allow them to date. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Central BBQ Spicy Vinegar Sauce, and No Man’s Land beef jerky.UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Elon Musk’s new Snailbrook development outside of Austin, and Virginia has been awarded its state’s first Buc-ee’s.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of Odin of Valhalla’s gold swastika medallion in Denmark, and a hiker finds a hoard of Roman coins in the Swiss Alps. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Hidden Valley Ranch-flavored ice cream coming to Walmart, the “Downton Abbey” castle halts weddings due to Brexit, a wild cat was found in Cincinnati with cocaine in its system, a 5,000-mile-wide blob of tourist-killing seaweed is headed for Florida, Tuesday Morning is closing half of its stores after an initial bankruptcy filing, the reasons for the decline in popularity of The Gap, Buffalo Wild Wings are sued over boneless wings, and an Irish hunter believes there are two monsters in Loch Ness.WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video, and Elvis’s ’68 Comback Special on YouTube. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 128: Mardi Gras Zulu Coconuts, Cocaine Hippos, & The Hotel That Beanie Babies Emptied

Kathleen opens the show drinking a Beignet Au Lait Blonde Ale from Faubourg Brewing Company in New Orleans. She reviews her fun weekend in New Orleans, touring St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, buying art in Jackson Square, eating gumbo at the Oceana Grill, and a sold-out show at the Joy Theater. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen shares Mardi Gras beads with the Court, and advises that Queen Tanya Tucker helped Wynonna close The Judd’s final weekend of touring. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Zapp’s Evil Eye kettle chips, Elmer’s New Orleans CheeWees, and Swamp Dragon Bourbon Hot Sauce. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Pablo Escobar’s cocaine hippos, and Ralphie the Jerk Frenchie’s training progress.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a new Moai statue on Easter Island, a rare Jurassic-era bug is found at an Arkansas Walmart, mysterious 60-foot dragon bones are uncovered in China, and an 1869 shipwreck is found in Lake Superior. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the history of New Orleans’ Krewe of Zulu and their lucky Mardi Gras coconuts, the last surviving original member of Lynyrd Skynyrd dies at age 71, a new report finds that only 50% of murders are solved., Prince Harry broadcasts a live session with a trauma expert, the governor of Tennessee signs a historic bill restricting drag shows, Adidas has $500M worth of Kanye sneakers and no good options, and the Beanie Baby founder is holding a legendary California hotel “hostage.” 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 127: Celebrating Girl Scout Cookie Season, The Mexican President’s Elf, & Winding Down Party City

Kathleen opens the show drinking a Captain Fatty’s Beach Beer Lager from Captain Fatty’s Brewery in California. She reviews her weekend in LA, sharing the details of being on The Kelly Clarkson Show, Access Hollywood, and a few super fun podcasts. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen shares that Queen Tanya’s documentary “The Return of Tanya Tucker” is fantastic.“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples a homemade loaf of Tom Papa’s bread (given to her when she recorded an episode of his podcast “Breaking Bread With Tom Papa”), a Thin Mint Girl Scout cookie, and Kelly’s Classic BBQ-flavored Rob’s Backstage Popcorn. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Elizabeth Holmes’ new baby, Sam Bankman-Fried’s issues over unclaimed political donations, and more than 800 big box retail stores like Party City are set to close in 2023. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of the SS Pacific found with $5M in treasure, and the Mexican President posted a photo on social media of what he said appeared to be a mythological woodland spirit “aluxe” similar to an elf. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Tom Brady’s decision to attempt stand-up comedy, celebrates the return of Girl Scout Cookie season, Yoko Ono is leaving NYC after 50 years, LIV Golf’s tv debut was a ratings disaster, Joe Exotic’s abandoned Tiger King house is explored by The Urban Explorer and Carol Baskins’ missing husband holds clues associated to Costa Rica, WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video, and under no circumstances should you watch “The Strays” on Netflix. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 126: Mardi Gras Gumbo, Hunting Bigfoot, & Saving Ralphie The Fire-Breathing Demon Dog

Kathleen opens the show drinking a Sneaky Goat Maibock from Little Harpeth Brewery. She reviews her Saturday night show at the iconic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, thanking an amazing crowd and her friend Dusty Slay for opening the show. She shares the history of the Ryman. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen shares that Queen Dolly has released a duet of “Jolene” accompanied by her friend Olivia Newton-John, Tanya Tucker finished the last weekend of the Judd’s Tour, and Stevie Nicks has announced more solo tour dates in 2023. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Frank’s RedHot Nashville Hot Wing Sauce, White Castle Cheeseburger Castle Bites, and Peeps Pepsi. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on David Miscaviage officially being served.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a 1908 “Strap Tank” Harley Davidson in a Wisconsin barn.FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the Wienermobile’s catalytic converter being stolen in Vegas, the Chicago Bears closing on a suburban property that will be home to their new stadium, thieves attempt to lift away a 10-ton Pharaonic statue with a crane, Missouri lawmakers vote against banning children from carrying guns in public, the world’s oldest near-complete Hebrew Bible goes to auction, a Japanese firm is determined to keep a “Nazi-tainted” Van Gogh, and a “fire-breathing demon” dog named Ralphie is returned numerous times to a Niagara shelter. 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 125: Chinese Mystery Balloons, New Health Benefits of Beer, & Retiring The Prince of Darkness

Kathleen opens the show drinking a Rock’N Vodka bloody Mary, her favorite elite vodka from her friend Daxx Nielsen. She celebrates the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl LVII win, this past weekend, and shares her plans for next year’s Fantasy Football draft. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen has no Queen news, but assumes that the queens enjoyed a wonderful Super Bowl LVII weekend watching the game and Queen Dolly and Queen Tanya probably served the best party food. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Snyder’s Jalapeno Ranch Twist pretzels, Chick-fil-A Avocado Lime Ranch dressing, and Cookie Dough Twix. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the collapse of wholesale egg prices, Bed Bath & Beyond has a new bankruptcy strategy, and Fyre Fest criminal Billy McFarland is now asking $1,800/hour for consulting work. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a gold necklace linked to Henry VIII, and Egyptian archaeologists uncover the Roman-era city of Luxor. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on a Dutch seismologist who predicted the recent Turkish earthquake 3 days before it happened, woodpeckers stashed 700 pounds of acorns in the wall of a California home, the 26 craziest things Ozzy Osborne did, the funding behind the “He Gets Us” tv ads, new positive health news for people who drink 2 glasses of beer or wine per day, LIV Golf CEO Greg Norman defends the Saudis after the killing of US journalist Khaashoggi, and a dog who was lost for 36 hours rang its former animal shelter’s doorbell. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Jann Season 3” on Roku.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 124: Retiring M&M’s, Zoo Breaks, & Predicting Super Bowl LVII

Kathleen opens the show drinking a Joy Bus WOW Wheat Ale from Four Peaks Brewing Co. in Tempe AZ. She reviews her weekend doing shows at the Mirage in Vegas and at Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, which was crazy fun with the PGA Waste Management Phoenix Open and Super Bowl LVII week kicking off in the area. Kathleen is excited to cheer on the Chiefs in the Super Bowl, wearing her Pawtrick Meowhomes tee designed by her good friends at Raygun.QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Cher has openly admitted to not being fond of Madonna.“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Arizona Reaper Salsa, Andy Capp’s Hot Fries, and Keogh’s Irish Whiskey BBQ potato chips.UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Meta losing $13.7B on Reality Labs in 2022, Houston has a new K-9 officer, and Scientology leader Miscavige is still missing.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a 4,700-year-old tavern unearthed in Iraq, and the “oldest” mummy recorded to date has been found in Egypt. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on why Southwest Airlines is terminating some new hire flight attendants, Madonna’s biopic has been cancelled, the M&M’s spokescandies have been replaced by Maya Rudolph, multiple animals have been secretly released from the Dallas Zoo, and mysterious donors are paying millions to run the “He Gets Us” Jesus Super Bowl commercials.WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Jann Season 3” on Roku.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 123: Running the Rocky Steps, Capone’s Shipwrecked Speakeasy, & Closing Machu Picchu

Kathleen opens the show drinking a Stacy’s Mom Citrus IPA from Philly’s Evil Genius Beer Company. She reviews her sold-out weekend in Philly at Parx Casino, drinking green beer at McGillin’s Olde Ale House and tailgating with random Eagles fans before her friend Anita Baker sang the national anthem at the NFC Championship. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen shares that Queen Stevie has announced her solo 2023 Tour dates, and Queen Dolly’s Imagination Library has expanded to Scotland. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Herr’s Fire Roasted Sweet Corn popcorn, Zapp’s VooDoo Heat potato chips, and The Ranch Darwinian’s Homemade AF Buttermilk Ranch. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Anna Delvey’s new reality show, Netflix freeloaders have a March deadline, the family of Tiger King’s Carole Baskin’s “dead” husband breaks their silence“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of Al Capone’s secret sunken Prohibition-era speakeasy, rare Pallas’s cats are discovered in Nepal, and scientists find a preserved 9,000-yr-old bison mummy in Siberia. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the recent closure of Machu Picchu, Ticketmaster execs defend their part in the Taylor Swift presale debacle, Justin Bieber sells his music catalog, a Florida woman is rescued from a storm drain for the 3rd time, in 3 years, Planet Fitness is allegedly running an illegal billing operation, Antarctica has a new iceberg, Jewish heirs sue the Guggenheim over a Picasso sold to flee the Nazis, and scientific reasons for procrastinating. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “JANN” on Roku, and Season 2 of “The Hunters” on Amazon.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 122: Capturing Toadzilla, Exploring Gatorland, & The Oldest Viking Runestone

Kathleen opens the show drinking a Bench Life lager from Green Bench Brewing in St. Pete. She reviews the activities of her weekend playing shows in St. Pete and Orlando, FL including golfing with her parents and visiting Gatorland. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen shares that Queen Stevie has announced new solo Tour dates for Spring 2023. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Tampa Bay Hot Sauce Company’s Original sauce, Lay’s Sweet & Salty Dipped Clusters, and Frank’s Red Hot bloody mary mix. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Britney Spears’ name change, Elizabeth Holmes attempts to flee to Mexico, Mattress Mack makes a massive Super Bowl bet on the Cowboys, “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of an original van Dyck oil painting in a farm shed worth $3M, and the world’s oldest Viking runestone is found in Norway.FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the recent passing of the oldest person in the world France’s Sister Andre (and her successor is on Twitter), USPS stamp prices are increasing again in February 2023, the discovery of a new penguin colony in Antarctica, Culver’s has announced that they are switching from Pepsi to Coca-Cola, the Fyre Festival founder launches a new scam, a struggling pig kills a butcher in Hong Kong, and “Toadzilla” is captured in Australia. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching Season 2 of “The Hunters” on Amazon.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.