Madigan’s Pubcast

Episode 4: Lake Lanier, Grey Gardens, and Gringo

Kathleen opens with an introduction to her bff Lewis Black’s bobblehead, showcasing the rant-like statements that it makes and musing that the haircut that she gave Lewis while in quarantine rivals the perfection of his bobblehead. She then toasts listeners with a can of Luke Bryan’s Two Lane Lager poured into her souvenir Dolly Dixie Stampede boot mugs.HOUSEKEEPING: Kathleen updates us on the fallout at Liberty University after Jerry Falwell Jr.’s scandalous yacht photo was published, reviewing the latest details that have been released involving the Falwell family pool boy to the turmoil at Liberty U. after Falwell was released Kathleen also provides an update to comments that listeners have provided regarding the Busch Light limited release of “Busch Latte,” detailing the Midwest states that the beer can be found in and recommending that listeners who enjoy a breakfast beer head over to watch the latest of Anheuser Busch’s Busch Latte commercial, which is a parody of a vintage Folger’s Coffee ad.In Episode 3, Kathleen discussed Dolly Parton’s uncharacteristic move of speaking out in support of Black Lives Matter in a recent Billboard Magazine article. In response, Adult Swim’s “Squidbillies” voice actor Stuart Baker posted derogatory remarks on Facebook against Dolly. Within days, it was widely reported that Baker had been fired from the show, and Baker again went to Facebook to posthis anger regarding the response from the network. Kathleen singles out her favorite response to his post, reading a tweet from @kittynoveau proclaiming Dolly’s victory.UPDATE ON USPS: Kathleen continues to promote her love for the Post Office, and to her delight, another of her favorite celebrity icons is also a massive fan of USPS and sees the need to show support. Kathleen discusses Cher’s recent tweets asking all Americans to support the Post Office, and went as far as to call two of her local branches to ask if she can volunteer.WORST ATTRACTION IN EVERY STATE: Kathleen shares her thoughts on a fun chart posted on Instagram by one of her favorite nerds, @mattsurlee. The map showcases the most popular answers to the “Worst Attraction In Every State,” which includes the Gum Wall in Washington, Noah’s Ark Encounter in Kentucky, and the Rocky Statue in Pennsylvania. Kathleen provides additional commentary and her opinions on the attractions noted from her experience on the road.BRANSON: Kathleen discusses Trip Advisor’s “2019 Top Destination in the US,” as Branson is located in her home state of Missouri. She discusses a Twitter post showing Branson resident Yakov Smirnoff protesting the wearing of masks at a City Council meeting, and reviews the top (and sometimes out-of-the-ordinary) entertainment in Branson such as the Amazing Acrobats of Shanghai, the Oak Ridge Boys, Neil McCoy (one of her faves), and Japanese fiddle player Shoji Tabuchii.Kathleen gives a big shoutout to nearby Big Cedar Lodge and the Bass Pro Megastore, as well as Table Rock Lake.LAKE LANIER: Kathleen has a true love for lake life, and loves to spend time at this lake about an hour north of Atlanta. This lake is renowned for being haunted, and Kathleen reviews the history of the lake from construction to its naming after Sidney Lanier. She’s fascinated by tales of what is rumored to be situated on the bottom of the lake (including a town, a speedway, and multiple graveyards) and the ghost stories that involve the deaths of the 675 people that have died over the past seventy years. Kathleen introduces us to the most famous victim of Lake Lanier, Susie Roberts, more widely known as “The Lady of the Lake.” Miss Roberts died in when her car carrying her and a friend went off the road in 1958, and her body and the vehicle were only discovered in 1990 when construction crews were dredging the lake for bridge expansion. GALVESTON HURRICANE: Kathleen is obsessed with weather, and with hurricane season starting, she dives into the history of the Galveston Hurricane, otherwise known as “The Greatest Storm of 1900.” The storm was the 4th largest hurricane in modern history, resulting in 8,000 fatalities and 10,000 homeless. When the storm was approaching, Cuba warned the US that the hurricane would hit Texas, but the US gov’t sent the warning to Charleston and Florida instead not trusting the Cuban intentions. Kathleen recommends reading “Isaac’s Storm,” by Erik Larson, which details the events of this disaster. GREY GARDENS: Kathleen reviews the 1975 documentary “Grey Gardens,” as well as the 2009 HBO movie with the same name starring Jessica Lange and Drew Barrymore. Both films provide an overview of the unbelievable but true story of Mrs. Edith Bouvier Beale and her daughter Edie who live in a world of their own in a decaying mansion, an estate called “Grey Gardens.” Kathleen compares the life of the Beales to the modern day Hoarders tv show, and provides commentary on the history of the Bouvier-Beale family leading up to the inevitable sale of the estate after decades of disrepair. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: “Gringo: The Dangerous Life of John McAfee”: Kathleen provides her review of the Amazon documentary about John McAfee, the multi-millionaire who was a strong advocate for cryptocurrency and created the first anti-virus computer software. She details his relocation to Belize to start an organic pharmaceutical company, and the incidental drama that ensues involving politics and murder. Having an interest in politics, Kathleen gives her insight on his failed 2016 US Presidential campaign and is shocked to find out that McAfee followers her on Twitter.MYSTERY OF THE WEEK: Kathleen discusses the history of The Mothman of West Virginia. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 3: Busch Latte, Offensive Mascots, and the Post Office

Kathleen opens with an introduction to her new Dolly Parton cardboard standup, excited that her Stevie Nicks standup will now have company in the Pub. She toasts her new guest with a Tito’s Vodka pickle shot and a Busch Latte, explaining how the popular Anheuser Busch beer originally gained its new nickname.Kathleen updates us on her Episode 2 expose regarding Jerry Falwell Jr.’s scandalous yacht photo, providing commentary on Jr.’s follow up radio interview that caused him to be removed from the board of Liberty University.Kathleen shares that she’s had some quarantine summer fun discovering and then following Annie Lennox’s Instagram account.Uncharacteristic Controversy from Kathleen’s Idols: In an uncharacteristic move, 2 of Kathleen’s favorite singers have come out speaking against the government’s handling of the COVID-19 Pandemic. Stevie Nicks spoke with Rolling Stone, putting out an urgent call for people to wear masks in an effort to help slow the spread of the disease and warning that if she contracts COVID-19 she will most likely never sing again. Kathleen then gives a shoutout to Anita Baker for being an amazing singer and general badass in life. The conversation turns to Dolly Parton, who was emboldened in an interview with Billboard Magazine relating to the “Black Lives Matter” movement stating that “of course Black lives matter,” which was a move that could shock the generally conservative world of Country Music. Dolly also discusses her 2018 decision to remove the word “Dixie” from her “Dolly Parton’s Dixieland Stampede” in an effort to be more sensitive to patrons who are not supportive of the ideology of the Confederate South. Kathleen’s Trip to Dolly’s Hometown: Kathleen describes her girl’s weekend in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee to celebrate the release of her Netflix Special “Bothering Jesus.” Her group attends the Dixieland Stampede, and Kathleen discusses how she and her friends had to choose between the “North” or the “South” side of the arena, and how strange it is to be served an entire 3-course meal that requires no utensils in an area that smells like horse manure. Kathleen and her friends then attend Dolly’s concert the following night to benefit her Imagination Library, which is nothing that they anticipated. Kathleen tells listeners to download Dolly’s “Those Were The Days” album for something fun to listen to.Controversy In Sports Team Names: Kathleen discusses her support for the Washington Redskins officially changing their name, and then moves into the history of other organizations including professional teams and schools that have changed their team names to be more racially sensitive: Stanford University transitioning from the Indians to the Cardinals, Pekin Illinois high school were known as the “Pekin Chinks” as covered by the Baltimore Sun in a 1994 article. The school used “Mr. Banboo” as their mascot, and it wasn’t until the mid-1970’s that the name was transitioned to the “Dragons” amidst great student protest. Kathleen then discusses additional racially insensitive team names throughout American history, such as the minor league baseball Atlanta Crackers, the Negro Southern League’s Atlanta Black Crackers, in 2010 Akron Ohio’s East High transitioned from the Arabs to the Orientals, and are now more appropriately known as the Dragons. Kathleen continues to review more unbelievable team references, including the 2002 University of Northern Colorado “Fighting Whities,” and the Wahpeton, North Dakota’s “Wahpeton Wops.” Save The Post Office (USPS): Kathleen discusses her love for the Post Office, included in her bit “The Post Office,” and how amazing both the service and her mail carrier Ben are to work with. She talks about the importance of keeping the Post Office, and reviews their sponsorship of Lance Armstrong’s cycling team and the fallout as documented in ESPN’s 30 for 30 series “Lance.” Kathleen discusses her USO Tour that included Lance Armstrong and her interaction with him.What to Watch This Week: Kathleen has been streaming many ESPN “30 for 30” episodes, including Bruce Lee’s “Be Water.” She also recommends watching Dan Rather’s “The Big Interview” on AXS tv.Mystery of the Week: Kathleen discusses the history of the Jersey Devil.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 2: Fast Food, Lake of the Ozarks, and Chimpanzees

Kathleen opens boasting her love for Dolly Parton with a few Dolly quotes, and promotion of Dolly’s version of Led Zepplin’s “Stairway to Heaven”.Kathleen expands on her Episode 1 conversation about Puerto Rican astrologer Walter Mercado as she reads a few lines from his 1997 book “Beyond The Horizon,” which includes predictions for the future. She shares that if she could have two experiences in her life, she would want to see the HistoryMiami Museum’s exhibit honoring Mercado, and also Frida Kahlo’s Casa Azul museum in Mexico City.Fast Food From the Road: Kathleen confesses that after decades on the road, she’s just tasted her first Popeye’s famous chicken sandwich. She loves Taco Bell and KFC UNLESS they are a combo restaurant, which is also how she feels about Baskin-Robbins + Dunkin Donut establishments. Kathleen is completely disappointed in how mergers like this usually result in customers needing to beg for extra hot sauce, be subject to insane new menu items such as the KFC Donut Chicken Sandwhich, or be forced to accept the loss in quality of one of her favorite treats: mint chocolate chip ice cream (WHY isn’t it even green anymore?).Parental Update: Kathleen has a phone conversation with her mom and is warned to stay out of the “doughnut hole of health insurance.” Her dad is dominating his men’s golf league, but is the only player adhering to COVID-19 cart restrictions.Sports: Kathleen provides an update on her COVID-19 Sports predictions: an update on the surging cases in her St. Louis Cardinals’ locker room (whom she refers to as “dirty birds,” her predictions on the success of the NHL’s “bubble” Stanley Cup Finals and the NBA tournament. Kathleen reviews the NCAA football conferences that have chosen to opt out of the 2020 Fall season, and reminisces how she was first introduced to good college football when the Missouri Tigers were admitted into the SEC in 2012.Controversy: Kathleen discusses her thoughts on the Dixie Chicks transitioning their name to be The Chicks, and remembers where she was and the fallout of that band’s 2003 dissidence of then-president George W. Bush at a concert in the UK. She moves on discussing public figures whom she appreciates even though they have ideological differences, and how those differences probably wouldn’t be known without social media. Kathleen includes actor Jon Voight and Jerry Falwell Jr, and the repercussions when Falwell Jr. recently posted a picture of himself on a yacht with his pants open.Lake of the Ozarks: Kathleen discusses her home at the Lake of the Ozarks, which has a new fame thanks to the Netflix series “Ozark,” but most recently made international news as local lake bars surged with people, resulting in mass spreading of COVID-19 cases. Kathleen reviews the history of the Lake, growing up as an Osage Indian at School of the Osage, and the difference between the “pre-flood” and “post-flood” communities. She shares tales of the famous Party Cove, as well as a family story of what her brother traded for outboard motor oil on a particular summer afternoon in the gauntlet. Weather Obsession: Kathleen confesses to being a complete weather junkie, and her obsession with weather and The Weather Channel. She talks about how hurricanes are named and the history of hurricane names, as well as her preferences in weather apps such as the Weather Channel app versus Weather Bug.What to Watch This Week: Kathleen is fascinated with the documentary “Project Nim,” which is the story of Nim Chimpsky, a chimpanzee who in the 1970’s became the focus of a landmark experiment to show that an ape could learn to communicate with language if raised like a human child. She shares her opinions regarding the content, especially her hatred of a particular professor in the movie.Mystery of the Week: Kathleen provides her opinions on the Maracoxi, which are mysterious South American sasquatches.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 1: Pandemic Predictions, Sneaky Parents, & Walter Mercado

Kathleen reviews her predictions for COVID-19, and discusses how she first heard about the Coronavirus in a pub in Colorado in January. She breaks down each social media community and how each group communicates: the differences in Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter audiences. Kathleen reviews the similarities between Reno and “old” Las Vegas, and gives a shoutout to Delta Airlines and awards them with the “best airplane screwdriver” title.She discusses recently moving from Los Angeles to become “bi-lakeal,” relocating to the Lake of the Ozarks and a lake outside of Nashville. The conversation moves into validating the authenticity of the Netflix series “Ozark.” <https://www.netflix.com/title/80117552>Kathleen gives her opinion on the impact of COVID-19 and PPP government loans, including the $1.4 billion payout to the Catholic Church and a childhood story about the Vatican’s art collection. <https://www.forbes.com/sites/tommybeer/2020/07/10/us-roman-catholic-church-received-at-least-14-billion-in-taxpayer-funded-ppp-loans/#24ebb790250c>Impact of COVID-19 and Professional sports: Discussion regarding the NHL’s initiative to quarantine players in Canada for the 2020 Stanley Cup playoffs, and a shoutout to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau <https://www.mtlblog.com/whats-happening/justin-trudeau-will-be-in-a-boxing-match-in-montreal-this-week>MLB COVID-19 Update, including the latest on Kathleen’s St. Louis Cardinals and their bad behavior in quarantine <https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/mlb/cardinals-game-canceled-after-positive-covid-tests-they-play-in-detroit-next-week/ar-BB17q6y5>Kathleen offers her opinion regarding the different News channels and their reporting of COVID-19 and other current events, including CNN, Fox News, and HLN.Bitcoin Twitter Hack: Discussion regarding the arrest of a 17 year old Florida kid who hacked verified accounts to ask for Bitcoin donations <https://www.cnbc.com/2020/07/31/twitter-bitcoin-scam-masterminded-by-17-year-old.html>“What To Watch This Week:” Kathleen reviews her latest Netflix recommendation: the documentary “Mucho Muco Amor, The Legend of Walter Mercado” <https://www.netflix.com/title/81200204> She reviews the show and discusses her follow up research of the famous Puerto Rican Astrologer.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.