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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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- 2 days ago1h 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
- 1 weeks ago1h 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
- 2 weeks ago1h 48m
Episode 274: Memorial Day Snacks, FIFA's Inaugural Halftime Show, & Pizza Hut’s Big Red Cups Return
INTRO : Kathleen opens the show drinking a Por Osos Vodka Bloody Mary and a Busch Light beer chaser. She reviews her weekend jumping on Bert Kreischer’s show at Lake of the Ozarks, hanging out with her nieces and nephew and recovering on the lake all day on Sunday. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.” TASTING MENU : Kathleen samples Lay’s Limited Edition World Cup Brazilian-Style Garlic Sauce Chips, Kindling Garlic Parmesan Power Twists, and Ritz Sweet Habanero Toasted Chips. QUEEN NEWS : Kathleen shares that Taylor Swift’s wedding invitations are being delivered via phone call, and Cher is celebrating her 80th birthday this week. HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS : HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood. SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK : The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “dónde puedo comprar café” or “where can I buy coffee” in English. UPDATES : Kathleen shares updates on Waymo’s recall of almost 4K robotaxis, Alex Murdaugh is granted a retrial, Shakira is acquitted of tax fraud, a record 492 permits have been issued to climb Everest in 2026, a Missouri town fires ½ of its city council over data center deal, WHAT ARE WE WATCHING : Kathleen recommends watching “Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhapka Sherpa” on Netflix. HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT : Kathleen reads about the first wild wolf to enter Sequoia National Park in more than 100 years, and a rare black wild cat was spotted in the Andes mountains. TOURON NEWS : In “moronic tourist” news, Kathleen shares that 2 Americans were arrested after climbing into Punch the Monkey’s enclosure in Japan, New Zealand tourists dive headfirst into Rome’s Trevi Fountain, and an arrogant tourist throws rocks at a Hawaiian seal. SPORTS NEWS : Kathleen reports that FIFA has announced its first World Cup Halftime Show, Tiger Woods is seen for the 1st time stepping off his plane after rehab in Zurich, and Aaron Rodgers returns to the Steelers for his 22nd NFL season. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (1:
- 3 weeks ago1h 42m
Episode 273: Debunking Big Data Centers, Fishing Cats, & a Convent's Quest to Save Spanish Giant Rabbits
INTRO : Kathleen opens the show drinking a Peace, Love & Hoppiness West Coast Pale Ale from Big Dog’s Brewing Company in Las Vegas. She reviews her weekend in Vegas, playing golf and gambling at The Venetian with her friend Ron White and seeing No Doubt live at the Sphere with HollyBobby. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.” TASTING MENU : Kathleen samples Hearst Ranch Beef Jerky, Hadley Fruit Orchards Hot Cheese Puffs, and Lay’s Limited Edition Argentinian-Style Steak Chimichurri Chips. QUEEN NEWS : Kathleen shares that Taylor Swift is helping Artists make millions in the Spotify stock sale, Post Malone cancels a few more shows, and Dolly Parton’s Dollywood is dethroned from its top spot by Tripadvisor. HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS : HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood. SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK : The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “dónde está el baño” or “where is the bathroom” in English. UPDATES : Kathleen shares updates on advanced bookings for World Cup hotels, and Delta Airlines is eliminating free snacks on flights under 350 miles. SPORTS NEWS : Kathleen reports on the Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews making a notable first, and foreign soccer fans appear to be ditching the 2026 World Cup. HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT : Kathleen reads about the swamp-dwelling “fishing cats” with webbed feet recently spotted on a trail cam in Southeast Asia. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS : Kathleen shares articles on American’s best City Park in 2026, Walmart Target & Costco are eliminating self-checkout lanes, a study proves that Big Data Centers are becoming an increasingly high drain on national energy, Stanley Tools ceases operations after 180 years, Ted Turner dies at age 87, Spanish nuns help save rare giant rabbit population, Utah fights hyperscale data center plans, and a federal investigation has been opened regardin
- May 6, 20261h 46m
Episode 272: RIP Spirit Airlines, Dissecting the Starbucks “Experience" & Golden Tempo Makes Kentucky Derby History
INTRO : Kathleen opens the show drinking a 40 Gator Strong Lager from Abita Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend at the Beau Rivage in Biloxi, eating chargrilled oysters and playing golf in the Swamp with her friend Ron White. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.” TASTING MENU : Kathleen samples J. Lee’s Spicy Pork Rinds, Zapp’s Bayou Blackened Ranch chips, and Giants “Big Easy” seasoned sunflower seeds. QUEEN NEWS : Kathleen shares that Dolly Parton has provided an update on her health, Post Malone cancelled the first month of his Big Ass Stadium Tour, and Stevie Nicks played a surprise set at the Met Gala. HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS : HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood. SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK : The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “a qué hora empieza la música? or “what time does the music start” in English. UPDATES : Kathleen shares updates on Pablo Escobar’s cocaine hippos, Red Lobster’s Endless Shrimp promotion is back, Starbucks CEO defends $9 coffee “experience,” and Bill Belichick resurfaces at the Kentucky Derby. SPORTS NEWS : Golden Tempo’s trainer Cherie DeVaux makes history as the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby. HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT : Kathleen reads about the discovery of the Ark of the Covenant’s final resting place outside of Jerusalem. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS : Kathleen shares articles on Southwest’s “Sip and Ship” program, a cruise ship suffers a hantavirus outbreak, Bigfoot sightings are on the rise in Ohio, a rare split-colored lobster is caught near Cape Cod, cougars are no longer locally extinct in Minnesota, the DOJ is bringing back firing squads in federal executions, Banksy puts up a statue in London, and teens start “storm running” in the Times Square Scientology Center. SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:40:12 ): Kathleen reads about Saint Cecilia of Rome, patron saint of musicians. FEEL GOOD STORY : Kathleen shares a story about 1,500 beagles being released from a Wisconsin dog breeding and research f
- Apr 29, 20261h 32m
Episode 271: A True Crime Coven, Pop Up Music Festivals, & Probing Big Data Centers
INTRO : Kathleen opens the show drinking a Pond Hockey Pilsner from Concord Craft Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend in Boston, attending the Sabres vs Bruins game and eating as much clam chowder as she could. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.” TASTING MENU : Kathleen samples Sticky Situations Hot Fudge Honey Mashup, Holy Cow Beef Chips, Rhed’s Original Pepper Sauce, and a French Toast Butterfinger. QUEEN NEWS : Kathleen shares that Post Malone became the first artist to ever headline both Coachella and Stagecoach, Stevie Nicks headlined JazzFest in New Orleans, and Taylor Swift filed a series of trademark applications designed to protect the star from AI impersonations. HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS : HollyBobbyprovides the latest news in Hollywood. SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK : The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “hasta qué hora se sirve eldesayuno?”or “how late is breakfast served” in English. WHAT ARE WE WATCHING : Kathleen recommends watching the final update episode of “Gone Girls: The Long Island Serial Killer” on Netflix, and “Anatomy of a Scandal” onNetflix. UPDATES : Kathleen shares updates on Sarah Ferguson’s run from the Epstein scandal, the sheriff handling the Nancy Guthrie case has a sketchy past, and Red Lobster brings back endless shrimp. HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT : Kathleen reads about the discovery of Acrocanthosaurus footprints in Texas’s Dinosaur Valley State Park, and an elusive cloud jaguar has been caught on film in Honduras for the first time in a decade. SPORTS NEWS : Kathleen reviews the current situation with tailgating at World Cup events, and Pittsburgh’s NFL Draft attendance numbers. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS : Kathleen shares articles on Stagecoach evacuates due to extreme weather, there are over 50 LOVE sculptures around the world, Starbucks is relocating their corporate HQ to Nashville, China is sending two giant pandas to the Atlanta Zoo, Kansas City announces plans for a new baseball stadium, <a href='https://ici.radio-canada.ca/rci/en/news/2248781/ticketmaster-delists-o
- Apr 22, 20261h 30m
Episode 270: A Bloody Mary Museum, Catholic Karma & 14 Cuervo's vs Carnival Cruise Lines
INTRO : Kathleen opens the show drinking a Czech-munk IPA from Evil Czech Brewing Company in Mishawka, IN and reviews her weekend in Grand Rapids and Detroit. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.” TASTING MENU : Kathleen samples Black Magic Brownies, Better Made BBQ chips, and Grand Rapids Cheeze Kurls. QUEEN NEWS : Kathleen shares an update on Taylor Swift’s NYC wedding plans, Cher files for conservatorship of her son Elijah Blue and has a secret granddaughter, and Martha Stewart attended the Masters in Augusta. HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS : HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood. SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK : The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “a qué hora es el cheque?” or “what time is check-in?” in English. WHAT ARE WE WATCHING : Kathleen recommends watching “Your Friends & Neighbors” on AppleTV. UPDATES : Kathleen shares updates on the Meghan Markle’s women’s retreat in Australia, and World Cup public transportation rates are skyrocketing. HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT : Kathleen reads about 2 Monet paintings that have resurfaced at auction after decades. SPORTS NEWS (42:30ish ): Kathleen reviews the current situation with tailgating at North American World Cup venues, and LIV Golf appears to be folding. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS : Kathleen shares articles on the last living Munchkin passing away at the age of 94 years of age, Sarah Ferguson is found hiding at a luxury resort amidst the Epstein scandal, Sabrina Carpenter brings out Madonna for her Coachella set and Madonna has a new album being released in July, Nashville is being awarded the 2030 Super Bowl, World Cup fans are furious spending thousands on nosebleed seats, a man stole a handbag outside a London pub and found a Faberge egg inside, Milwaukee is opening the first Bloody Mary Museum, th
- Apr 15, 20261h 40m
Episode 269: Fake Weddings, Coachella Chaos, & a Gas Station Masters Menu
INTRO : Kathleen opens the show drinking a Peach State Lite Lager from Peach State Brewing in Athens, GA. She reviews her week in Augusta, watching the Monday practice round of the Masters tournament. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.” TASTING MENU : Kathleen samples Ritz Toasted Buffalo chips, Skippy + Girl Scouts mashup PB Bites, and Limited Edition Nashville Hot Cheddar Lance crackers. QUEEN NEWS : Kathleen shares an update on Taylor Swift’s wedding location. SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK : The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “a qué hora cierra la cocina?” or “what time does the kitchen close” in English. HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS : HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood. WHAT ARE WE WATCHING : Kathleen recommends watching “Trust Me: The False Prophet” on Netflix. UPDATES : Kathleen shares updates on Lindsey Buckingham’s stalker, Britney Spears checks into rehab, Waymo’s Nashville launch encounters many issues, Prince Harry is being sued by his own charity, SPORTS NEWS : Kathleen reviews the 2026 Masters Tournament influencer culture, and Tom Watson calls for a lifetime ban on PGA players who left to join LIV golf. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS : Kathleen shares articles on Philly’s reaction to Uber Eats delivery robots, Billy Idol makes an appearance at Coachella and Coachella is taken over by influencers, Lynyrd Skynyrd announces a new tour, Marriott swaps their 35-year relationship with Pepsi for Coca Cola, and Detroit offers new residents financial incentives to relocate there. SAINT OF THE WEEK : Kathleen reads about Saint Vincent of Saragossa, the patron saint of vintners. FEEL GOOD STORY : Kathleen shares a story about the world’s oldest gorilla celebrating her birthday in the Berlin zoo.
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