Madigan’s Pubcast

INTRO (00:00): 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 (3:37): Kathleen samples Pringles Limited Edition Hawaiian BBQ Chips, Red Star Platinum Dill Pickle Cashews, and Doritos “Late Night” Loaded Taco chips. 

 

QUEEN NEWS (18:26): 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 (22:14): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

 

UPDATES (35:04): 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 (47:09): Kathleen reads about 72-million-year-old dinosaur eggs found in a time capsule. 

 

WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (1:29:55): Kathleen recommends watching “Dutton Ranch” on Paramount+.

 

SPORTS NEWS (53:14): 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 (56:46): 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 (1:00:36): In “moronic tourist” news, Kathleen shares that the new owner of Epstein Island is having issues with social media influencers attempting to enter the property. 

 

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:23:30): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “este es un hotel precioso” or “this is a beautiful hotel” in English. 

 

SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:31:47): Kathleen reads about Saint Lidwena, patron saint of figure skaters and chronic pain. 

 

FEEL GOOD STORY (1:25:10): Kathleen shares that sloths are no longer endangered, and a cat named Creme Puff lived 38 years on a diet of bacon and coffee.

INTRO (00:24): 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 (7:57): 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 (12:44): 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 (17:32): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

 

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:29:20): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “donde esta la playa or “where is the beach” in English. 

 

UPDATES (45:00): 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 (6:29): 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 (1:08:49): 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 (55:38): 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 (1:18:52): 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, Google announces a $15B data center in mid-Missouri, and London cab drivers put “the Knowledge” test against driverless car programming, a new study shows that Christopher Columbus was actually Spanish, an Irish councilman proves how deep Irish grudges can run, China is hiring “white monkeys” to make businesses appear more global, Sizzler is making a comeback, and Primm Valley Casino Resorts are closing in Nevada. 

 

SAINT OF THE WEEK: Kathleen reads about Saint Bartholomew, the patron saint of Armenia, tanners, book binders leatherworkers, and shoemakers. 

 

FEEL GOOD STORY (1:50:37): Kathleen reads about a grandmother who rolled at a CRAPS table for 4 hours and 18 minutes consecutively at The Borgata in Atlantic City.

INTRO (00:00): 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 (2:50): 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 (7:27): 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 (19:55): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

 

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:40:52): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “dónde puedo comprar café” or “where can I buy coffee” in English. 

 

UPDATES (33:42): 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 (47:54): Kathleen recommends watching “Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhapka Sherpa” on Netflix. 

 

HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (1:01:42): 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 (1:04:22): 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 (1:12:24): 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 (1:23:46): Kathleen shares articles on Rome showing the movie “Gladiator” this summer at Circus Maximus, a new hyperdata center is planned for Conway AR, KARS 4 KIDS annoying jingle is banned from being broadcast in California due to its assumed fraudulent distribution, Schlitz beer is ending production after 175 years, Ella Langley cruses at the 2026 ACM Awards, and Pizza Hut is returning to its 80’s retro vibes. 

 

SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:43:20): Kathleen reads about St. Helier of Jersey, patron saint of the British Channel Islands. 

 

FEEL GOOD STORY (1:38:10 ): Kathleen shares a story about Italy becoming the first country to grant paid emergency leave if your pet is sick.

INTRO (00:24): 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 (1:28): Kathleen samples Hearst Ranch Beef Jerky, Hadley Fruit Orchards Hot Cheese Puffs, and Lay’s Limited Edition Argentinian-Style Steak Chimichurri Chips. 

 

QUEEN NEWS (12:12): 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 (24:44): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

 

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:37:14): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “dónde está el baño” or “where is the bathroom” in English. 

 

UPDATES (36:53): Kathleen shares updates on advanced bookings for World Cup hotels, and Delta Airlines is eliminating free snacks on flights under 350 miles.

 

SPORTS NEWS (52:26): 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 (45:52): Kathleen reads about the swamp-dwelling “fishing cats” with webbed feet recently spotted on a trail cam in Southeast Asia. 

 

FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (59:34): 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 regarding missing scientists. 

 

SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:34:22): Kathleen reads about Saint Kateri Tekakwitha, patron saint of the environment, ecology, and Canada. 

 

FEEL GOOD STORY (1:35:44): Kathleen shares a story about the “7-Eleven Baby.”

INTRO (00:00): 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 (0:57): Kathleen samples J. Lee’s Spicy Pork Rinds, Zapp’s Bayou Blackened Ranch chips, and Giants “Big Easy” seasoned sunflower seeds. 

 

QUEEN NEWS (38:58): 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 (16:12): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

 

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:32:46): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “a qué hora empieza la música? or “what time does the music start” in English. 

 

UPDATES (46:50): 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 (57:20): Golden Tempo’s trainer Cherie DeVaux makes history as the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby. 

 

HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (1:00:46): Kathleen reads about the discovery of the Ark of the Covenant’s final resting place outside of Jerusalem. 

 

FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (1:04:35): 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 (1:30:04): Kathleen shares a story about 1,500 beagles being released from a Wisconsin dog breeding and research facility, and an 82-year-old woman finishes the 2026 Boston Marathon.