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by Kathleen Madigan
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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- Today1h 30m
Episode 282: Grocery Store Matchmaking, Drunk Kangaroos & ASU’s New Influencer Degree
INTRO : Kathleen opens the show drinking a Paddle Battle West Coast Pilsner from Nickel Brook Brewing Company in Burlington, ON. She reviews her weekend in Niagara Falls, walleye fishing with her friend Terri Clark and riding the Hornblower boat into the Falls prior to her show at Fallsview Casino. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Flying Cats & Marching Armadillos Tour.” TASTING MENU : Kathleen samples Lay’s World Cup Limited Edition Bacon Poutine chips, Kozlik’s Old Smokey Canadian Mustard, and Hostess Original Hickory Sticks. QUEEN NEWS : Kathleen shares that Stevie Nicks posed for a picture with Tom Brady last week at Fanatics Fest. HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS : HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood. UPDATES : Kathleen reports that Savannah Guthrie has released another plea video to Nancy Guthrie’s kidnappers, Cracker Barrel’s CEO has finally resigned, Japan’s Punch the Monkey celebrated his first birthday, and incoming British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has a tough decision to make that could impact the Chief Mouser. WHAT ARE WE WATCHING : Kathleen recommends watching “Take A Chance” the ABBA documentary on Prime Video, “Michael” on Prime Video, and “JANET JACKSON” on Prime Video. HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT : Kathleen reports on the discovery of an endangered Himalayan musk deer in West Bengal. NEWS : Kathleen reports that ASU is now offering a content creation major, Lululemon has been dethroned by Alo as the top selling athletic brand, Elton John has signed a hologram performance deal, a supermarket in Finland has introduced a matchmaking program for shoppers, Anthony Hopkins signs a classical record deal, French lawmakers adopt social media ban for kids under 15, and the last remaining iron lung patient dies at age 78. SPORTS NEWS : Kathleen reports that LeBron James has signed with the Philadelphia 76’ers, and the <a href='https://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/live/nfl-news-live-updates-training-camp-2026-sc
- 1 weeks ago1h 34m
Episode 281: World Cup Corruption, a Homicidal Elephant & Yellowstone’s Animals Punch Back
INTRO : Kathleen opens the show drinking a Sunset List Golden Ale from Dogfish Head Brewing Company. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.” TASTING MENU : Kathleen samples Fisher’s Popcorn, Eaglewinz Chesapeake Bay Hot Sauce, and Frank’s Red Hot Seasoned Bagel Chips. QUEEN NEWS ( 13:36): Kathleen shares that Tom Brady had his photo taken with Stevie Nicks at Fanatics Fest. HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS : HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood. UPDATES : Kathleen reports that the FBI has new info on the Nancy Guthrie ransom letters, and Meghan Markle’s Emmy nomination is snubbed by Netflix. WHAT ARE WE WATCHING : Kathleen recommends watching FIFA Uncovered on Netflix. HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT : Kathleen reports on the discovery of orange-lipped Likweli monkeys in the Congolese rainforest, and a black king penguin on a South Georgia island. NEWS : Kathleen reports that a passenger was sucked out of a plane window on a RyanAir flight bound for Greece, Everest’s most famous body finally has a name, a man is attacked by a bison in Yellowstone, Idaho is searching for volunteer police officers to carry out state executions, the kissing daredevils who scaled the Empire State Building are released from jail, a killer elephant is stalking a specific family in Nepal, the Seattle Seahawks are sold for a record $9.6B, torrential rains release thousands of cobras in a Chinese city, the Top 10 worst states to live in are announced, and a traveler hits a $3.3M jackpot on a Wheel of Fortune machine in the Vegas airport. SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK : The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “la FIFA es corrupta” or “F
- 2 weeks ago1h 44m
Episode 280: Country Roads, Vamos, & Our World Cup Party With HollyBobby
INTRO : Kathleen opens the show drinking a Nashville Hot Chicken Bloody Mary and a Mich Ultra in honor of the World Cup. She reviews her trip to Atlanta with her brother Patrick to see Argentina play Egypt in the World Cup, and introduces a surprise guest to the Pub. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.” TASTING MENU : Kathleen samples Birthday Cake Cheerios, Cheese Pizza Ritz Bits, and Garlic Parmesan Doritos. QUEEN NEWS : Kathleen shares that Dolly Parton’s musical is making its Broadway debut on her 81st birthday, and Taylor Swift married Travis Kelce and the couple donated $20M to charity. HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS : HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood. UPDATES : Kathleen reports that Britney Spears made the news again in LA after being “freed.” SPORTS NEWS (42:434): Kathleen reports that only 8 countries have lifted the World Cup. WHAT ARE WE WATCHING : Kathleen recommends watching Chris & Martina: “The Final Set” on Netflix. SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK : The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “VAMOS” or “come on” in English. FEEL GOOD STORY : Kathleen shares a story of soccer fan “Little Mick” who was reported missing by his family while traveling around to World Cup games, but was actually found in a pub in Barcelona.
- 4 weeks ago1h 24m
Episode 279: World Cup's Witch Doctor, Fairy Armadillos & 4th of July’s Most Magical Mushrooms
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Salty Golfer Pineapple Blonde ale from Grand Strand Brewing Company in Myrtle Beach, SC. She reviews her weekend in Knoxville with 2 sold out shows and her first steamed sandwich at Gus’s Good Times Deli. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.” TASTING MENU : Kathleen samples Chili Cheese Dog Cheez-Its, Miller Lite Beer-Braised Steak Pringles, and Firecracker Pop Oreos. QUEEN NEWS : Kathleen shares that Dolly Parton attended the opening of her Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop, Stevie Nicks will sing at Taylor Swift’s upcoming wedding, and Post Malone brought many special guests to the Nashville date of his Big Ass Stadium Tour. HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS : HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood. UPDATES : Kathleen shares updates on the latest Nancy Guthrie ransom note, another missing scientist has been found dead under unexplained circumstances, Everest sherpas are calling for change, and Primm Nevada finds a lifeline to stay operating. HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT : Kathleen reads about the discovery of a previously-determined-to-be-extinct pink fairy armadillo in Argentina. WHAT ARE WE WATCHING : Kathleen recommends watching Season 3 of the Dallas Cowboy’s Cheerleaders documentary “America’s Sweethearts” on Netflix. SPORTS NEWS : Kathleen reports on Argentinian World Cup fans adopting an Austrian dwarf fan as their mascot king, Ghana has a witch doctor who has been making bold World Cup predictions, and Buffalo Bills fans are upset at the initial ticket prices offered in their new stadium. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS : Kathleen shares articles on Mexico’s “Batman” capturing motorcycle thieves, Dunkin’ Donuts unveils a limited edition Eagle cup to compete with Starbucks bear cup, Paris has closed the Eiffel Tower and Louvre as France experiences record high temps, new magic mushrooms make users see tiny “gnome” people, tech company Commodore is bringing back the flip phone, and <a href='https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/snakehead-fish-long-island/#:~:text=The%2520northern%2520snakehead%2520fish%2520is,They%2520can%2520cross%2520the%2520road.
- Jun 24, 20261h 36m
Episode 278: Bass Pro’s Golf Mecca, Backup God Parents & World Cup’s Ranch Dressing Frenzy
INTRO : Kathleen opens the show drinking a Bluegill Light Lager from 4 By 4 Brewing Company in Springfield, MO. She reviews her week golfing at Bass Pro Shop founder Johnny Morris’s Big Cedar Lodge with friends. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.” TASTING MENU : Kathleen samples limited edition World Cup themed Ritz Crackers, limited edition Miller Lite Beer Cheese Burger Pringles, and Australian Tim Tam cookies. QUEEN NEWS : Kathleen shares that Taylor Swift was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and supported fiancé Travis Kelce at Tight End University, and Dolly Parton is releasing a line of “A Cup of Ambition” coffee at her Buc-ee’s like “Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop.” HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS : HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood. UPDATES : Kathleen shares updates on Jelly Roll filing for divorce from Bunnie XO, Nancy Guthrie’s 2nd ransom note confirmed her death, and a man with no legs makes history by climbing Everest using only his arms. HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT : Kathleen reads about the resurgence of the Cozumel Dwarf Fox. WHAT ARE WE WATCHING : Kathleen recommends watching “Maternal Instinct” on Netflix, “I Will Find You” on and “Outrageous” on BritBox. SPORTS NEWS : Kathleen reports on Scottish fans donating nearly $30K to charities for welcoming them in for World Cup games, Europeans are buying up Ranch dressing to take home from World Cup trips, and Kraft is rolling out a TSA compliant Ranch dressing. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS : Kathleen shares articles on Johnny Morris’s donations of fishing rods and reels to schoolchildren, Costco shoppers are hoarding Australian Tim Tam cookies, Pope Leo will hold an iconic mass at Spain’s Sagrada Familia, Commodore is bringing back the flip phone, a Magritte painting has been damaged by a child with a pine cone, and police allege that an Air Canada pilot flew for years without a proper captain’s license. SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK : The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “<a href='https://www.google.com/search?q=how+far+is+it+
- Jun 10, 20261h 29m
Episode 277: Catholic Bling Wars, Driverless Big Rigs & World Cup’s Most Fun Fan Bases
INTRO: Kathleen opens the show drinking a St. Louis Zoo Bier Light Lager from Urban Chestnut Brewing Company in St. Louis. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.” TASTING MENU : Kathleen samples Dill Pickle Slim Jims, US Soccer Baked Cheez-Its, and Hearst Ranch Peppered Beef Jerky. QUEEN NEWS : Kathleen shares that Stevie Nicks donated $3M to USC's School of Medicine to honor her longtime ENT specialist, Taylor Swift attends the Toy Story 5 premier, and Missouri cuts $4M in funding for Dolly’s Imagination Library. HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS : HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood. UPDATES : Kathleen shares updates on Punch the Monkey’s new living conditions, and Canadian grizzly “The Boss” escapes his tracking device. HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT : Kathleen reads about trail cameras catching wild jaguar cubs for the first time in decades, and a 6-year-old Norwegian boy finds a Viking sword on a school field trip. WHAT ARE WE WATCHING : Kathleen recommends watching “Dutton Ranch” on Paramount+. SPORTS NEWS : Kathleen reports on the Chicago Bears potential move to Indiana, FIFA has released a strict list of items allowed in stadiums, Mexico is the most expensive team to see at World Cup according to average ticket price, the Dallas Stars and Mavericks are leaving downtown Dallas, and 2,300 football “thugs” have been banned from World Cup by the UK. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS : Kathleen shares articles on an Everest guide who survives 6 days eating ice, 3 Argentinian cyclists bike for 9 months to reach Kansas City’s World Cup games, Waymo issues a formal apology to the city of Charlotte, the Nashville Zoo takes on a proposed big data center, Target is testing an “elevated shopping experience,” plans are underway for a cruise ship that carries 80,000 people, and the list of states where you’re most likely to be killed by lightning is published. SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK : The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “hay un guía turístico” or “<a href='https://www.google.com/search?q=is+there+a+tour+gude+in+spanish&oq=is+there+a+tour+gude+in+spanish&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIICAEQABgWGB4yDQgCEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyDQgDEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyDQgEEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyDQgFEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyBwgG
- Jun 3, 20261h 34m
Episode 276: The Dry Generation, New Orleans is Sinking, & Dolly Takes On Buc-ee’s
INTRO : Kathleen opens the show drinking a Preds Beer from Jackelope Brewing Company in Nashville. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.” TASTING MENU : Kathleen samples Pringles Limited Edition Hawaiian BBQ Chips, Red Star Platinum Dill Pickle Cashews, and Doritos “Late Night” Loaded Taco chips. QUEEN NEWS : Kathleen shares that Cher teased a new project on Twitter, Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel opening is delayed but her Tennessee Travel Stop is opening at the end of June, and Taylor Swift has a new song being released on Toy Story 5. HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS : HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood. UPDATES : Kathleen shares updates on Washington DC’s new Sphere, a Kentucky man rejected $8M from a company wanting to buy his family land for a data center, and the first missing scientist is found dead a year after vanishing. HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT : Kathleen reads about 72-million-year-old dinosaur eggs found in a time capsule. WHAT ARE WE WATCHING : Kathleen recommends watching “Dutton Ranch” on Paramount+. SPORTS NEWS : Kathleen reports on the 2026 NBA Finals tickets setting historical pricing records, and the US Open Tennis ticket release opens to record prices and demand. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS : Kathleen shares articles on Paris’s Musee d’Orsay opening a gallery dedicated to unclaimed works stolen by Nazis, Gen Z’ers are preferring low or no-alcohol drinks, the Pope adopts the 6-7 craze, France bans nicotine pouches, Liza Minelli’s 80th birthday bash will take place at Carnegie Hall, a 39-year-old conductor has become the first female music director of the San Francisco symphony, and Dutch scientists reach out to help New Orleans levees from failing. TOURON NEWS : In “moronic tourist” news, Kathleen shares that the new owner of Epstein Island is having issues with social media influencers at
- May 27, 20261h 57m
Episode 275: JAWS On the Water, Irish Grudges, & the Best Hangover Cure in the World
INTRO : Kathleen opens the show drinking a State Park American Blonde Ale from Tennessee Brew Works. She reviews her Memorial Day weekend in rainy Nashville, painting and making her Grandma Madigan’s Pasta Salad for a party with friends. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.” TASTING MENU : Kathleen samples Lay’s World Cup French Onion Soup chips, Dill Pickle Hidden Valley Ranch Snack Mix, and Super Stuffed Strawberry Blast Pop-Tarts. QUEEN NEWS : Kathleen shares that Taylor Swift attended the Knick’s vs Cavs game with fiancé Travis Kelce and NBA coach Steve Kerr snuck her song lyrics as Easter eggs throughout press conferences for an entire season, and Stevie Nicks celebrated her 78th birthday. HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS : HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood. SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK : The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “donde esta la playa or “where is the beach” in English. UPDATES : Kathleen shares updates on Congressman Pocan’s drive to release beagles from the Ridgelan Farm breeding center, Mount Everest sherpas have set new records in 2026, and Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary maintains that Utah’s big data center will create 10,000 jobs. WHAT ARE WE WATCHING : Kathleen recommends watching “Feud” on Hulu, and “The Crash” on Netflix. HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (1:06:16 ): Kathleen reads about rare Andean Mountain cats being captured on a trail camera. TOURON NEWS : In “moronic tourist” news, Kathleen shares that a tourist stole the skull of the Saint Zdislava from the a Czech church, and a Texas man is arrested after intentionally driving his Cybertruck into a lake to test “wade mode.” SPORTS NEWS : Kathleen reports on the outcry in Dallas as World Cup art replaces a beloved whale mural, and UFC Freedom 250 begins construction on the White House lawn. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS : Kathleen shares articles on Jaws being shown on the water on Martha’s Vineyard this summer, mosquitoes have invaded Iceland for the first time in history, China has loaned 2 giant pandas to the Atlanta Zoo, studies have confirmed the world’s best hangover cure, TSA is launching their new “Straight To The Gate” program in Boston, <a href='https://finance.yahoo.com/sectors/technology/articles/google-secures-15b-data-center-220912183.html?guccounter=1&guce
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