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Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 222: Fireball Pop-Tarts, Blue Ghost Fireflies, & Augusta’s Green Jacket MysteryINTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking an Irish Goodbye Coffee Oat Lager from Tactical Brewing Company in Orlando. She reviews her weekend in Orlando and St. Petersburg FL, feeding gators at Gatorland and enjoying St. Pete Beach.
TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”
COURT NEWS (19:13): Kathleen shares news on Jelly Roll’s “artist in residence” status on American Idol, and Cher’s son Elijah Blue is getting divorced.
TASTING MENU (1:34): samples Guinness Pub Style Cheese pretzels, Vlasik “Pickle Balls”, and Coastal Crab Boil Kettle Chips.
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Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 217: Gen Z Workers, King Tut’s Bar, & The Patron Saint of DogsINTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Feral Pale Ale from Baby Cat Brewery in Kensington, MD. She reviews her weekend on tour in Morgantown, WV, and Washington DC.
TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”
COURT NEWS (19:53): Kathleen shares news on Cher’s performance at the Love Rocks benefit, Chappell Roan announces the release date for “The Giver,” and Dolly thanks fans globally for their prayers after her husband Carl passes away.
TASTING MENU (3:03): Kathleen samples 304 Style Mr. Bee Potato chips, Buffalo & Ranch Nut Duos, Eastern Shore Kettle Corn, and a West...2025-03-121h 18
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 204: Christmas Tree Flocking, Pickleball Theaters, & Mexico’s Copycat Buc-ee’sINTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking Evan Williams Egg Nog. She reviews her Thanksgiving holiday with family at Lake of the Ozarks, and shares plans to decorate for Christmas in Nashville.
TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”
COURT NEWS (27:05): Kathleen shares news on Jelly Roll’s 40th birthday, and Taylor Swift prepares for her final ERAS Tour shows in Vancouver.
TASTING MENU (1:50): Kathleen samples Pringles Mingles White Cheddar & Ranch puffs, Lesser Evil Chocolate Candy Cane Popcorn, and Haribo Sweet & Sour Reindeer.
UPDATES (39:10): Kathleen shares updates on Meghan Markle...2024-12-041h 29
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 202: Mariah Carey’s Holiday Bar, Crypto Explodes, & Hallmark’s Holiday Cruise Sets SailINTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Candlepin Pale Ale from Castle Island Brewery in Norwood, MA. She reviews her weekend in Boston, performing at The Wilbur, shopping at the Southport Christmas market, and drinking Guinness at her favorite local pubs.
TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her Day Drinking Tour.
COURT NEWS (15:01): Kathleen shares news on Dolly Parton’s multi-million dollar investment in the children of Nashville, Jelly Roll announces a Summer 2025 Tour with Post Malone, Taylor Swift finishes her first weekend of her ERAs Tour in Toronto, and Snoop Dogg celebrates with 19 Crimes. ...2024-11-201h 20
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 191: Fantasy Football Begins, Starbucks’ Paper Straws, & Killer Mosquitoes Invade the NortheastINTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Stoneface IPA from Stoneface Brewing in Newington, NH. She reviews her weekend in Hampton Beach, NH performing at the famous Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom and sampling her first pot of steamers. She breaks down her Fantasy Football team in the Madigan Family league, thrilled to have George Kittle in her lineup for a fifth season.
COURT NEWS (16:19): Kathleen shares news on Chappell Roan offering her opinion about her recent rise on the charts, Cher’s son Elijah Blue causes family drama in LA, Taylor Swift wraps the European part of he...2024-08-281h 22
Madigan’s PubcastMadigan’s Pubcast Bonus Episode: “Blood On Their Hands”: A Conversation with Mandy MatneyIn this Bonus episode of Madigan's Pubcast, rockstar journalist and newly published best-selling author Mandy Matney joins Kathleen to discuss true crime, psychopaths, Mandy's new book, and everything else under the sun.
Kathleen and Termites everywhere have not only followed but become fans of Mandy's daring and brave coverage of South Carolina’s Murdaugh Murders, detailed in her Murdaugh Murders podcast which has grown into one of her many new projects: True Sunlight.
Mandy's new book, Blood on Their Hands is OUT NOW! Go to www.bloodontheirhandsbook.com to learn more.
Follow Mandy on...2023-11-171h 14
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 147: Tracking Hurriquakes, Capturing Chupacabra, & An Eiffel Tower HangoverKathleen opens the show drinking a State Wide Hazy Pale Ale from St. Louis’s 4 Hands Brewery. She announces that the Chicago Cubs have invited her to throw out the 1st pitch at the game before her upcoming show at the Chicago Theater, and reminisces about all of the fun that she and her friends had traveling to Chicago to see Cardinals vs Cubs series as a teenager.
QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Taylor Swift shut down Long Beach Island over the weekend while attending Jack Antonoff’s wedding rehearsal dinner, and Stevie Nicks made local head...2023-08-231h 33
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 142: Toasting TayTay’s Eras Tour, Rare Blue Dragons, & Waffle House Lottery DramaKathleen opens the show drinking a Philly Standard Punch from Yards Brewing. She reviews her weekend in Denver, attending the Taylor Swift Eras concert with her friends Bob, Clark, and Paddles, and all of the Taylor-themed fun that they had surrounding the event.
QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that her experience at Queen TayTay’s Eras Tour was so unbelievable, she’s going to produce a bonus Pubcast episode to discuss it. Queen Tanya is still touring this summer, and Queen Dolly Parton has mentioned that she doesn’t want to live on as an AI hologram posthumously.
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Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 140: Taylor Swift Amnesia, Bed Bath & Pickleball, & The Meaning of Life In Five WordsKathleen opens the show drinking a Tangy Lemon Lime Topo Chico Seltzer, which she loves to drink in the summertime. She raves about her weekend in Vegas, with a sold-out show at The Mirage, seeing Weekends With Adele at Caesars, and attending RuPaul’s Drag Brunch at Senior Frogs on the Strip.
QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that many of Queen Taylor Swift’s fans report experiencing ‘post-Eras amnesia’ after attending the Eras Tour, and Queen Stevie Nicks and Queen Tanya Tucker are back out on their summer tours.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious no...2023-06-281h 17
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 124: Retiring M&M’s, Zoo Breaks, & Predicting Super Bowl LVIIKathleen 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...2023-02-081h 26
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 106: Russia’s Dolly Gets Mouthy, Indian Cheetahs, & Patagonia Saves The EarthKathleen opens the show drinking a Neato Bandito Mexican Lager from Deep Ellum Brewing Company from Texas. She reviews her weekend doing shows in Texas, sharing her top TexMex stops at El Fenix in Dallas and Matt’s El Rancho in Austin.
Kathleen woke up at 5am to watch Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral, and shares her own thoughts on the coverage and the monarchy.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Whataburger Buttermilk Ranch and Utz Potato Stix. 2022-09-201h 30
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 105: Journey Over Niagara Falls, Mother Teresa’s Ponzi Scheme, & A Polish Vampire RisesKathleen opens the show drinking a Niagara Premium Lager from Niagara Falls Brewing Company. She shares details of her weekend in Niagara Falls including her experiences on the Behind The Falls Tour, and her favorite activity: The Hornblower boat ride.
She reads the documented encounters of people who have survived going over the Falls, including 7-year-old Roger Woodward’s miraculous survival and Annie Edison Taylor’s journey over the Falls with her cat in a barrel.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best...2022-09-131h 25
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 104: Zombie Ice, Doggy Parton, & Another Fake HeiressKathleen opens the show drinking a Michelob Ultra Organic Citrus Seltzer, and reviews her recent NFL Fantasy Football Draft, taking Tom Brady in the first round. She gives an overview of her Labor Day holiday weekend, which included having her parents and sister’s family visit from Missouri.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Marzetti Dill Veggie Dip, Keoghs Crinkle Cut Guinness & Grilled Steak potato chips, and Walkers Prawn Cocktail chips.
THE QUEEN’S COURT: Kathleen reports that Que...2022-09-061h 17
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 103: Six Flags Daycare, Chinese Weather Rods, & The Start of The Mississippi RiverKathleen opens the show drinking a Pilsner beer from Bemidji Brewing. She shares details of her weekend trip to her friend's cabin in Minnesota, visiting the headwaters of the Mississippi River in Itasca State Park, pike fishing, and consuming as much delicious beer as possible.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Lay’s Smooth Ranch Dip, Ruffles Spicy Dill Pickle Chips, and Lay’s Cheetos Cheese Flavored Potato Chips, which combines two of her favorite snack foods.
THE QUEE...2022-08-301h 28
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 102: The Legend of The Boss, The Tasmanian Tiger Returns, & Velveeta Stages A ComebackKathleen opens the show drinking a Powder Hound Blonde Ale from The Grizzly Paw Brewing Company in Alberta. She shares details of her recent trip to Banff National Park in Canada and shares the legend of The Boss, a 700-pound Grizzly bear living in the park.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Ranch dressing from The Keg Steakhouse in Canada, Old Dutch All-Dressed Krinkle Cut Ridgies, and Dick Duff’s Organic Canadian jerky.
THE QUEEN’S COURT: Kathleen...2022-08-231h 32
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 101: Killer Hot Dogs, Dolly’s Monster Roller Coaster, & The KGB Discovered In TexasKathleen opens the show drinking an Afternoon Dillight Hard Pickle Seltzer from Crook & Marker, which she loves.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Dot’s Homestyle Baked Cheese Curls, Good & Gather Organic Ranch Dressing, & Hostess Glazed Twinkie Bouncers.
THE QUEEN’S COURT: In Queen news, Kathleen updates that Queen Dolly Parton is unveiling her new mega rollercoaster in her Dollywood theme park.
UPDATES: Kathleen gives an update Jeff Bezos’ megayacht leaving its Dutch harbor, and the STL Mc...2022-08-161h 18
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 99: Confirming the Loch Ness Monster, Suing Skittles, & The Invention of Buffalo WingsKathleen opens the show drinking a Mich Ultra Citrus Seltzer, celebrating Episode 99 of the Pubcast talking about German pop singer Nena and her iconic song “99 Red Balloons.” She then moves on to share details of her fun night in Nashville watching her fellow Last Comic Standing alum Corey Holcomb perform.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Original Bitchin’ Sauce, Legal Sea Foods Malt Vinegar Aioli from Stonewall Kitchen, and Snyder’s Hot Buffalo Pretzels.
THE QUEEN’S COURT: Kathlee...2022-08-021h 30
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 98: Iraq’s Lost Royal City, Chinese Magic Mirrors, & A Hidden Faberge EggKathleen opens the show drinking a Topo Chico Exotic Pineapple Hard Seltzer, which is her favorite flavor so far.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Target’s Market Pantry Ranch Dressing, which she absolutely loves because she thinks it’s fantastically basic. She moves on to sample Lay’s Poppables Southwest Ranch Potato Snacks, which she thinks take away from the crispy joy of a regular Lay’s chip and don’t really taste like Ranch. She finishes her tasting with G...2022-07-261h 34
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 97: A Bigfoot Noodling Murder, Secret Polar Bears, & Celebrating Bomb PopsKathleen opens the show drinking a State Park Blonde Ale from Tennessee Brew Works in Nashville.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Extra Toasty Cheez-It crackers, which she loves. She moves on to taste Brianna’s Classic Buttermilk Ranch, which she likes but thinks it’s very tangy and would recommend using it as a dip. She finishes her tasting with Old El Paso Zesty Ranch Sauce, which she thinks is a strange color and feels as though it would ru...2022-07-191h 16
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 96: Venice’s Cover Charge, Giant Snails, & Bulgaria’s Crypto Queen VanishesKathleen opens the show drinking one of John Elway’s Eight elite light lager, which she thinks is delicious and compares to a “crisp” Miller Lite. She gives a review of the Rod Stewart/ Cheap Trick concert at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, SO excited to see her BFF Daxx Nielsen play live and open the show. Rod allowed her to relive her childhood concert at St. Louis’s Checkerdome when he kicked soccer balls out to the crowd to close the night.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuin...2022-07-121h 20
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 94: Velveeta Nail Polish, Hong Kong’s Sunken Restaurant, & A Cult In Nelly’s CribKathleen opens the show drinking a St. Brigid’s Irish Lager from the Tom Crean Brewery in Ireland, which she LOVES. She reviews all of the activities of her weekend playing shows at The Mirage in Las Vegas, which is one of her favorite places to perform in the country. She experienced the best Drag show brunch of her life at Senor Frog’s Drag Brunch at Treasure Island and had a complete blast watching queen Shannel and drinking mimosas with her friends Heidi and Marcia. Kathleen then took a cab to Downtown Vegas to have a few beers with...2022-06-281h 20
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 93: Meeting Shaun Cassidy, Gangster Garage Sales, & Faking Joan of ArcKathleen opens the show drinking a Warbeard Irish Red Ale from Walnut River Brewing. She’s excited to tell the Termites about her recent show in Salina Kansas with her teen idol, Shaun Cassidy, who turned out to be a wonderful person. She reviews her breakfast “Screwdriver Slush” from Spangles restaurant and stopped at the Wizard of Oz Museum in Wamego, KS on her way back home to Missouri. Kathleen then describes the events of Father’s Day weekend at Lake of the Ozarks, participating in the annual Father’s Day golf tournament with her dad and sister.
“GOOD BA...2022-06-211h 18
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 92: A Sharkcano Eruption, Violent Hamsters, & Tracking the Texas WolfmanKathleen opens the show drinking a limited-edition Busch Light “For the Farmers,” which she LOVES in the summertime.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Hidden Valley Greek Yogurt Ranch, which she doesn’t like as much as regular Ranch dressing. She moves on to taste limited edition Old Bay Seasoned Goldfish, which is her absolute favorite new snack. She moves on to try Canada’s own Maynard’s Wine Gums, which she likes even though they’re too chewy for her new crow...2022-06-141h 18
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 91: The Last HoJo Restaurant, A Lavish Collie Costume, & Remembering Summer Wildlife RulesKathleen opens the show drinking a Cosmic Cowgirl from Diebolt Brewing in Denver. She reviews her weekend in Denver filming her upcoming Amazon Original Special at the Paramount Theatre, which is one of her favorite places to do shows. She talks about eating breakfast at Sam’s No3 and hanging out with her good friend and surprise opening act, the iconic George Wallace.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Boulder Canyon Classic Sea Salt kettle chips, which she thinks have a...2022-06-071h 30
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 90: Mayonnaise Tattoos, Living Hobbits, & the Yellow Brick Road to AtlantisKathleen opens the show drinking a Good Bug Golden Ale from Lazy Magnolia Brewing in Kiln Mississippi. She reviews her weekend in Huntsville Alabama, golfing at The Ledges (her favorite course there) and meeting fun Termites at the shows as she ran her set to prepare for her upcoming Amazon Special taping in Denver at The Paramount on June 4th.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen tastes Baumhower’s Alabama White BBQ Sauce, which she likes but thinks is a little...2022-05-241h 20
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 89: Dolly’s Taco Musical, Jumping Worms, & The End of The Alabama Prison BreakKathleen opens the show drinking a Mike’s Pastry Cannoli Stout from Harpoon Brewery. She reviews her travels, including shows in Ridgefield CT, Wilmington DE, Santa Barbara CA, and Thousand Oaks CA as well as a weekend at Lake of the Ozarks fishing with her dad.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Stonewall Kitchen’s Bacon Ranch Dressing, which she absolutely loves. She then tastes Best Foods Spicy Mayonnaise, which she doesn’t like because it has too much heat and n...2022-05-171h 32
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 88: Taylor Swift’s Bug, Forgotten Whiskey, & The Biggest Earthquake in HistoryKathleen opens the show drinking a Pompeii IPA from Toppling Goliath Brewing in Decorah, IA.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Duke’s Habanero Garlic Mayonnaise, which she absolutely LOVES. She moves on to try Lay’s Layers 3-Cheese flavored, which she says to “skip it.” She finishes her tasting with Cleveland Pickle’s Spicy Dill pickles, which she says needs a beer chaser because they are deliciously hot (Fiaaaah.)
QUEEN’S COURT: Kathleen shares that Queen Stevie Nicks has...2022-05-101h 30
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 87: Kindergarten Margaritas, Colonizing Mars, & The World’s Oldest DogKathleen opens the show drinking a Raygun IPA from Backpocket Brewing in Coralville, IA. She talks about the highlights of her weekend in Iowa City, Des Moines, and Kansas City including meeting Justin Bieber’s Tour Manager at the hotel in Des Moines and shopping at her favorite Raygun store. She then reviews her Kansas City Sunday lunch at the downtown Arthur Bryant’s location in Kansas City.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Better Made’s Special Salt & Vinegar ch...2022-05-031h 33
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 85: The Canadian Crypto King, Stolen Cheese, & The Day the Dinosaurs DiedKathleen opens the show drinking a DC Brau wheat beer from the DC Brewing Company. She shares the value of traveling with mini hot sauces since one of her favorite treats to collect on the road is hot sauce. Kathleen talks about the shows in DC at the Warner Theatre and New York City at Town Hall, and shares her excitement after attending DC’s African American Museum and then taking Amtrak to NYC.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen sample...2022-04-191h 19
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 84: Defending Tammy Faye, The First Space Hotel & A Very Bad VeganKathleen opens the show drinking a Black Raven Pilsner from Black Raven Brewing in Redmond, WA that was left for her backstage in Seattle by some Washington Termites. She talks about her weekend in Portland OR and Seattle WA, excited to have hung out with her cousin Tom and had some time to drink beer at Kell’s Irish Pub and eat her favorite clam chowder at Athenian in Pike Place Market. Kathleen then shares the details of her day at the Masters with her friend Ron White, applauding the egg salad recipe and Tiger’s return to Augusta.
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Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 83: Masters Week, Boycotting Applebee’s, & The Church of Mary KayKathleen opens the show drinking a Down South Helles Lager from Burnt Hickory Brewery in Kennesaw, GA.
She reviews her weekend in Atlanta where she played the Cobb Energy Center and had an absolute blast, including Sunday breakfast at Waffle House and a road trip stop at her beloved Buc-ee’s. Kathleen shares how excited she was to meet the “real” Buc-ee, and breaks down the snacks that she bought including Beaver Bites for her mom and Ghost Pepper jerky (which she thought meant just a slight bit of heat).
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for...2022-04-051h 26
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 81: The Legend of the 9-Tailed Fox, Drunk Hamsters, & The Hidden Valley Ranch DiamondKathleen opens the show introducing Ron White’s French Bulldog Mustard to the Pubcast, drinking a Full Nelson Virginia Pale Ale made by Blue Mountain Brewery that she bought on her recent tour of Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello home outside of Charlottesville, VA (which she loved.) She’s also thrilled that her favorite Fantasy Football quarterback Tom Brady has come out of retirement, and she’s already planning her 2022 Draft.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Utz Heluva Good Buttermilk R...2022-03-221h 26
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 80: Trolling Oligarchs, Girl Scout Cookie Conspiracy Theories, & Stevie Nicks vs PutinKathleen opens the show drinking a Michelob Light from Anheuser Busch. She talks about her recent sold-out show in St. Louis and all the family fun that was had around it, including nights out with her cousins and the massive party with family and friends after the show. Kathleen then gives her review of the new Gateway Arch National Park, reminiscing about how terrifying it used to be to go up in the Arch on school field trips as a kid.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her...2022-03-151h 33
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 79: The Final Blue Light Special, Capitalizing On Cinderella, & The Legend of the SelkiesKathleen opens the show drinking a Pistachio Cream Ale from Indeed Brewing Company in Minneapolis.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Wendy’s Frosty Cereal which she thinks tastes just like (but isn’t as good as) Cocoa Puffs. She moves on to try Louisiana’s Blue Plate “Real” Mayonnaise, and then finishes her tasting menu with Tessemae’s Buffalo Ranch Dressing, which she reacts to by yelling out “too much going on there!”
QUEEN’S COURT: Kathleen is excited to...2022-03-011h 35
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 77: The Gates of Hell, Ice Fishing Whores, & A Canadian Rogue WaveKathleen opens the show drinking a Bull Durham Light Ale, which she picked up on her recent weekend in North Carolina. She reviews the fun at the shows in Durham and Charlotte, and tells the Termites about her favorite BBQ restaurants in both cities: The Original Q Shack, and Mac’s Speed Shop.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Carolina Kettle Dill Pickle Chips, which she absolutely loves. She moves on to try Dean’s Sports Bar Nashville Hot Flavored...2022-02-151h 31
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 76: Finding Captain Cook, Saving TAB Soda, & Deregulated Salad DressingKathleen opens the show drinking a Snow Cat white ale from Cincinnati’s Rhinegeist Brewery, which she drinks to toast and cheer on the Cincinnati Bengals in the upcoming Super Bowl LVI. She tells the Termites about her recent trip to Ponte Vedra, FL with Lewis Black where they spent a few days golfing at TPC Sawgrass, the World Golf Hall of Fame, and their friend Allison’s country club. Kathleen takes a few minutes to discuss the recent announcement that her favorite Fantasy Football quarterback, Tom Brady, is retiring.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and...2022-02-081h 34
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 75: McDonald’s Menu Hacks, Beijing’s Olympic Bubble, & The Irish Move The RussiansKathleen opens the show drinking a Blood & Honey Texas Ale from Revolver Brewing in Granbury, TX and updating the Termites on the week spent at Lake of the Ozarks with her parents. The 3 of them caught up on Season 4 of Ozark, and Kathleen laughs at the idea of her parents starting a poppy farm and distributing heroin.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Haribo 100th Anniversary Gummy Bears + Hats, which she loves (her favorite flavor are the red ones.) She...2022-02-011h 22
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 74: The Alamo, Walmart’s Metaverse, & A Monkey Queen RisesKathleen opens the show drinking Love Street Blonde ale from Karbach Brewing in Houston. She reviews her favorite Mexican restaurants that she ate at while in San Antonio (Rosario’s) and Houston (Ninfa’s Downtown) for shows. She takes a few minutes to toast and acknowledge the life of her dear friend Louie Anderson, who passed away on January 21st, sharing a few memories.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples her Buc-ee’s jerky, which she loves and recommends eating as...2022-01-251h 24
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 73: Zero Carb Budweiser, Missouri’s New Madam, & A UFO Circles GeorgiaKathleen opens the show drinking an Iron City Beer from Pittsburgh, which is one of her new favorite brews. She tells listeners about her weekend doing shows in Columbus OH, Cleveland OH, and Pittsburgh including lunch at Primanti Brothers. She gives the Termites an update on her upcoming Special taping in Denver, which has been moved to June 4th. Kathleen has added a Grow-You-Own Bigfoot to her Pubcast desk and will post Before and After pics on her Instagram.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for...2022-01-181h 23
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 72: Club Fed, The Burning Bush, & Betty White’s Final ChallengeKathleen opens the show drinking a Missouri Mule IPA from Piney River Brewing Company in Bucyrus, MO.
She explains the background as to how her feral cats Mencho, Chapo, and Cato came to live under her back porch. She named the kittens after Mexican drug lords since they were found as kittens tunneled under her air conditioning unit.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Whisps Tangy Ranch Cheese Crisps & Nuts, which she doesn’t think tastes anything like R...2022-01-121h 28
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 70: Revenge Monkeys, A Canadian Liver Baby, & The Final ExorcismKathleen opens the show drinking Bailey’s Deliciously Light with a Mich Ultra chaser, showing off her light-up St. Louis Cardinals Christmas hat, and giving her review of her recent show weekend in Aspen. She loved staying at the Limelight Hotel (and fell in love with the mini-fridge in her room,) spent a ton of time in the dog park at the base of the mountain, had drinks at Hotel St. Jerome, and got the opportunity to catch up with her friend John Oates.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in...2021-12-281h 23
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 69: Canada’s Syrup Cartel, Billion Dollar Dynasties, & The World’s Drunkest Countries RevealedKathleen opens the show drinking a Mad Elf Ale from Troegs Brewing in Hershey PA, and gives the Termites a review of her weekend of shows and fun in Newark, Philly, and Reading PA. She shows off her Hallmark Holiday “Jingle” and “Joy” wines, and celebrates the recent wins by her NFL Fantasy team and her domination in the Madigan Family pick-em pool. She shows off her KFC Fried Chicken Log, which she can’t wait to light with her cousins over the holiday break.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in co...2021-12-211h 18
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 68: Internet Assassins, The Real Moby Dick, & Snowed In A PubKathleen opens the show drinking a Basic Bitch Blonde Ale from Altamont Beer Works in Livermore, CA. She shows off her new Bud Light Christmas lights and ornament sent to her by her friends at Anheuser Busch, and her vintage ceramic Christmas tree that she’s placed on her desk to kick off the holiday season. She shares the fun that she had during recent shows in West Virginia and Northern California, and thanks Termites who brought gifts to her shows including various bottles of Ranch dressing and tons of delicious red wine.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her qu...2021-12-141h 31
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 66: French Fry Vodka, A Cotton Candy Lobster, & Bitcoin’s Founder RevealedKathleen opens the show drinking a Cast-A-Line Kolsch from Cabin Boys Brewery in Tulsa. She then shows the Termites her vintage Add-A-Matic, which her mom used to use to keep track of the budget while they were grocery shopping as kids.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Laughing Cow’s Cheesy Ranch Cheese Dippers, which she thinks kids will like. She then tries Simple Truth Buffalo Ranch Almonds, which she doesn’t think taste anything like Ranch. She finishes her tast...2021-11-231h 20
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 64: A Super-Secret Billionaire Club, JFK Jr. Ghosts Dallas, & The Daylight Savings Time DebateKathleen opens the show drinking a Vacationland Juicy IPA from Door County Brewing Co in Sheboygan, WI.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Krispy Kreme Bites, which she thinks would taste better right out of the microwave. She then tastes Cheetos Flamin Hot Asteroids, which she wouldn’t recommend to anyone over the age of 9. She finishes off her tasting with Taco Bell Creamy Chipotle Sauce, which she thinks only pairs well with a cheap quesadilla.
KATHLEEN’S QUEEN’...2021-11-091h 24
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 63: To-Go Cocktails, Counterfeit Coupons, & Class Action Pop-TartsKathleen opens the show drinking a Waterslides IPA from 3 Sheeps Brewing in Wisconsin, and a Skrewball peanut butter whiskey shot.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Lays Wavy Funyuns Onion flavored chips, which she thinks just taste like a “mild” sour cream-n-onion flavor. She moves on to taste Sir Kensington’s Pizza Ranch Dressing, which she likes but thinks is WAY too tangy, and then she finishes her tasting menu with Hellman’s Spicy Dipping Sauce, which she summarizes with an “umm...2021-11-021h 34
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 61: Halloween Bratwurst, The Real Hidden Valley Ranch & St. Louis vs The NFLKathleen opens the show drinking an Outboard Cream Ale from the Milwaukee Brewing Company, discussing her recent shows at the Pabst Theatre in Milwaukee and The Chicago Theatre.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Hostess ScaryCakes in honor of Halloween, which she likes since they are just a festive chocolate cupcake. She then tastes Spooky Jr. Mints, which have black and orange mint flavoring but taste the same as the regular version, and Tessamae’s Cilantro Lime Ranch, which she wo...2021-10-191h 24
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 60: Facebook Whistleblower, Missouri Cannibals, & A Crypto Trading HamsterKathleen opens the show drinking a Woodscraft IPA from Great Escape Beerworks in Springfield, MO. She then gives the Termites a summary of her birthday activity at her sister’s house in Jefferson City, where her nieces and nephew made her a cake covered in animal faces to represent her yard. Kathleen then headed to Johnny Morris’s Big Cedar Lodge in Branson, MO for a few days of fun golf with her siblings and friends, thrilled to be able to play Tiger Woods’ Payne’s Valley course while she was there.
Kathleen was given a few birthday...2021-10-121h 24
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 59: The Loch Ness Monster Surfaces, LuLaRoe’s Scandal, & Passive Aggressive Corporate EmailKathleen opens the show drinking a Briney Mary bloody Mary from the Pittsburgh Pickle Company, which she looks forward to drinking every time she’s in Pittsburgh.
TERMITE SHOUTOUTS: Kathleen gives thanks to the Termites who leave notes at shows and send mail to her PO Box. She begins by thanking Termites Jennifer and Steve, who made her laugh out loud in anticipation of putting on her new “Vodka Cranberry, Please” face mask when she boards an airplane. Termite April from Wyoming sent in a very cool Ranch dressing Christmas tree ornament, and Kentucky Termite Carolyn sent an awe...2021-10-051h 24
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 58: Sam Adams’ Illegal Beer, Warren Buffett’s Breakfast, & The Largest Cruise Ship In The WorldKathleen opens the show drinking a Singing Frog Golden Lager from The Wynn in Las Vegas, sipping the beer from her Seamus McDaniel’s pub pint glass. Kathleen then shares with the Termites all off her favorite highlights from her show at The Ryman in downtown Nashville, thrilled that she got to finally meet her Twitter friend Stella Parton, whom she can’t wait to drink red wine with.
Kathleen then gives an update on her birthday plans taking place on September 30th: she’s going to the Ozarks to golf with her parents and see some friend...2021-09-281h 20
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 57: Halloween Ranch, Stevie vs Lindsey, & Resurrecting The Woolly MammothKathleen opens the show drinking a Holy Donut Stout by Maine’s Lone Pine Brewing, brought to her by her friend and fellow comedian Kelly MacFarland. She also gives a shoutout to Little Big Town for the “Day Drinking” trucker hat that was sent after Kathleen tasted their Day Drinking canned wine on a previous Pubcast.
TERMITE SHOUTOUTS: Kathleen gives thanks to the Termites who leave notes at shows and send mail to her PO Box. She begins by thanking Termite Adam, who made his mother proud by sending the completed set of South Carolina rocks glasses. Also b...2021-09-211h 31
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 56: ABBA’s Comeback, A Tired Irish Walrus, & The Angel of Notre DameKathleen opens the show drinking a Natty Daddy Lemonade Seltzer, which she doesn’t like because she enjoys a beer FAR more than seltzers ;-) She discusses the current state of her St. Louis Cardinals and Lewis Black’s terrible Baltimore Orioles, and the sheer awesomeness of Tony LaRussa as a coach and GM. Kathleen then talks about her Fantasy Football league, and her repeat move to draft Tom Brady as her starting quarterback.
TERMITE SHOUTOUTS: Kathleen gives thanks to the Termites who leave notes at shows and send mail to her PO Box. She begins by than...2021-09-141h 24
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 55: Taco Bell Breakfast, Betty White’s Advice, & A Nirvana Baby TantrumKathleen opens the show drinking a Day Drinking Watermelon Rose created by one of her favorite bands, Little Big Town.
TERMITE SHOUTOUTS: Kathleen gives thanks to the Termites who leave notes at shows and send mail to her PO Box. She begins by thanking Termite Adam in Greenville, SC for the super-cool South Carolina rocks glass. Termite Debbie sent what Kathleen refers to as a “Henry the 8th” Crown Royal bag, which she thinks is very cool. Kathleen then thanks Termite Wendy “from the middle of nowhere, CA” who sent a Discovery Bay Country Club golf ball and hat...2021-08-311h 21
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 54: Polite Apes, The Trojan Horse, & Steve Wynn’s PicassosKathleen opens the show drinking a Tan Limes Lager from Cape May Brewing Co, which she picked up on her recent trip to Atlantic City for her show at The Borgata.
TERMITE SHOUTOUTS: Kathleen gives thanks to the Termites who leave notes at shows and send mail to her PO Box. She begins by thanking Termite Kathy for leaving her a gorgeous mermaid Christmas ornament at Kathleen’s Borgata show in Atlantic City. Big thanks to the Termite who sent fancy dog treats, which Mustard will love when he visits, and Termite Heather for the Shanty Bar mi...2021-08-241h 20
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 53: Thai Monkey Gangs, Museum of The Bible, & The Other Burning ManKathleen opens the show wearing her new Ranch dressing earrings from Termite Wendy, and drinking an Irish I Was On A Beach lager from St. Patrick’s Brewing in Colorado out of her favorite White Castle pint glass. She’s toasting to celebrate the announcement of her new forthcoming comedy Special which is scheduled to tape in Denver in February 2022 at The Paramount Theatre.
TERMITE SHOUTOUTS: Kathleen is thrilled to go through mail sent from Termites to the PO Box, and thanks Termite Vikki for the airplane socks and personal pillow. Big shoutout to the Hartford Yard Goat...2021-08-171h 23
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 52: California Bacon, Where To Spend The Apocalypse, & The Return of Tasmanian DevilsKathleen opens the show drinking a Salt and Sea Ale from Flying Fish Brewing Co in Somerdale, NJ which she picked up flying home from her show at The Mirage in Las Vegas.
TERMITE SHOUTOUTS: Kathleen is thrilled to go through mail sent from Termites and has many thanks to offer to those who left gifts at the Mirage Las Vegas show. Big thanks to Termite Margie for bringing a homemade Storytime quilt, and to the Termite couple from the Bay area that Kathleen met at Starbucks who left a very cool Ranch Christmas ornament. Termite Katherine...2021-08-101h 18
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 51: Hologram Concerts, A Grizzly Stalker, & The Exorcist ReturnsKathleen opens the show drinking a Boardwalk Blonde ale from Backshore Brewing Company in Ocean City, MD, which she picked up on her recent trip for a show in Selbyville, DE in July.
TERMITE SHOUTOUTS: Kathleen is thrilled to go through the mail from the PO box, thanking Termite Mindy from New Orleans for her Nunzilla, and an anonymous Termite for her “Do You Have Any Ranch?” insulated cup. Termite Heather sent a box of crazy fun beer, which Kathleen can’t wait to ice down and enjoy next week when her friend Ron White comes to stay...2021-08-031h 14
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 50: Pope Fight, Monkeypox, & The Taco Bell ShortageKathleen opens the show drinking an AceBall Lager by Hop Valley Brewing, which is the official beer of the Reno Aces baseball team. She then tells the Termites about her weekend in Reno for her first show back since the start of the pandemic and gives the “Biggest Little City” a great review as it reminds her of what Vegas used to be. She can’t wait to go back for some more exploring.
TERMITE SHOUTOUTS: Kathleen is thrilled to go through mail from the PO box, thanking Termite Anne for her Ranch bottle Christmas ornament, which she’s...2021-07-271h 24
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 49: Drunk Buffalo, Flunking Home Ec, & a 4-Pound GoldfishKathleen opens the show wearing a foam shark fin hat (sent by loyal Missouri Termite Shelby), and drinking a Yuengling Flight beer (which she highly recommends adding to your “Day Drinking” beer list of options.)
TERMITE SHOUTOUTS: Kathleen is thrilled to go through mail from the PO box, thanking Termite Jen from Colorado, who sent a hilarious book called “Judgmental Maps.” Kathleen then thanks Termite Laura for her custom-made Baby Shoe Madigan” bracelet, which she will wear for luck while gambling in Vegas next month, and Termite Cindy for her tiny Crown Royal bags which will help out with a...2021-07-201h 16
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 48: Radioactive Pigs, Tulsa Noodlers, & A Missing Carolina CobraKathleen opens the show drinking a Palmetto Espresso Porter from Palmetto Brewing Company in Charleston.
TERMITE SHOUTOUTS: Kathleen is thrilled to go through the mail from the PO box, thanking Termites Jane in North Carolina for the Theranos mug (whoo hoo), Charlotte in Massachusetts for the Wicked Smaaaat hats, Terri in Illinois for the Kolten Wong rookie cards, and Mr. Samoji pint glass. Termite Lisa sent the coolest Dorito earrings, which Kathleen is going to wear on stage, and thanks to Tracy for the Ron White doll which will hold a prominent position on Kathleen’s Christmas tr...2021-07-131h 21
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 47: Redneck Raves, Drunken Elephants, & Finding A Fifth OceanKathleen opens the show drinking a Crown Royal & Coke in a can in honor of her friend Carrottop, who loves Crown Royal.
TERMITE SHOUTOUTS: Kathleen is thrilled to go through the mail from the PO box, thanking Termites Cindy in Wake Forrest, NC for the Bigfoot caricature, the big box of fun from Donna in Brainerd, MN (including a salt bowl, which Kathleen LOVES) Dana from Newtown, PA for the kind gesture of Ranch money, and Edie from Florida who sent Manatee coffee and cool frisbees that Kathleen will use to play fetch with her foxes.
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Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 46: Tee-Ball Bouncers, Putin’s Tiny Giraffe, & The Battle of the Space BillionairesKathleen opens the show drinking a Robot Crush from Aeronaut Brewing in Somerville, MA which was sent to her via the great USPS from a Worthy Termite.
TERMITE SHOUTOUTS: Kathleen is thrilled to go through mail from the PO box, thanking Termites Quinn/Stearns (aka “Dr. Quinn”) for her Robot Crush and Marshmallow Fluff (both “born” in Massachusetts), and big thanks to Max for her Dogecoin (which she vows to carry for good gambling luck in her wallet.) Also massive thanks to Creative Termite Elisa (her company’s name is Texrah Designs in Dallas) who sent Paddles a very coo...2021-06-221h 22
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 45: Super Termites, The Veiled Prophet, & Jaws vs Star WarsKathleen opens the show drinking Banff Springs Tunnel 30 Anniversary Lager from Grizzly Paw Brewing Company in Banff, Alberta (one of Kathleen’s favorite places to visit.)
UPDATE ON KATHLEEN’S QUEEN’S COURT: In an update on her Queens, Kathleen reports the latest bombshell that Lindsey Buckingham’s latest wife has filed for divorce, which makes her ask Cardboard Stevie what her thoughts are on the developments. Kathleen tells Paddles that she doesn’t think that any of the Queens in her Court would put up with Lindsey’s bullsh!t, so anticipates that he will remain single for a...2021-06-151h 27
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 44: DaVinci’s Elves, Eating Cicadas, & The Murder of The Notorious B.I.GKathleen opens the show drinking an Idle Speed Salted Lime Lager from Palmetto Brewing in Charleston, SC.
TERMITE SHOUTOUT: Kathleen gives a shoutout to a few Termites who have sent funny gifts to her PO Box. Big thanks to Paula for the hand-etched Termite beer mug and golf tees, Denise sent a fun Buc-ees prize box, Joel sent a Christmas ornament that Kathleen describes as a “strange clown,” and Alec sent an “Anonymous Potato,” which Kathleen says is one of the funniest gifts that she’s ever received.
UPDATE ON KATHLEEN’S QUEEN’S COURT: In an update o...2021-06-081h 19
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 43: Shapeshifters, Bounty For Bigfoot, & The Family Gambling PoolKathleen opens the show drinking a Deer Crossing Helles lager from Little Harpeth Brewing in Nashville.
2021 “DO YOU HAVE ANY RANCH TOUR”: Kathleen follows up with her announcement that her Fall 2021 Tour goes on sale on June 4th, and that Termite Willow Hess’s tour poster design (forwarded on Twitter) was selected. She also thanks Greg Lynn for his key tour design support.
TERMITE SHOUTOUT: Kathleen gives a shoutout to a few Termites who have sent funny gifts to her PO Box. Big thanks to Jean who sent a Round Rock Chupacabra jersey to her parent...2021-06-011h 19
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 42: Flaming Cheetos, Ranch Crocs, & Psychopathic City DwellersKathleen opens the show drinking a Chocolate MoonPie Stout from Naked River Brewing in Chattanooga.
TOUR UPDATE: Kathleen provides her Termites with an update on her upcoming 2021 Fall Tour schedule, which will be called the “Do You Have Any Ranch?” Tour. She talks about heading back out on the road, and her specific issues with her new NARS eye pencil which she maintains won’t actually sharpen enough to use.
TERMITE SHOUTOUT: Kathleen gives a shoutout to a few Termites who have sent funny gifts to her PO Box. Big thanks to Anne from Louisville for se...2021-05-251h 12
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 41: The Queen’s Beer, Spammed Prayers, & The Oldest Whiskey In The WorldKathleen opens the show drinking a Busch Light from her beloved hometown Anheuser Busch Brewery.
UPDATE ON KATHLEEN’S QUEENS: In an update on her Queens, Kathleen shares with her Termites that none of the Queens have done anything significant this past week, which is somewhat comforting compared to the constant insanity of the past year in COVID quarantine.
“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples the new McDonald’s Crispy Chicken Sandwich, which she likes but not nearly a...2021-05-181h 17
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 40: Bad Kings, Dogecoin, and Tiny Turkish CastlesKathleen opens the show drinking a Pale Ale from Creature Comforts Brewing in Athens, GA and debates how many days and nights Moses was “lost.” She then introduces her Termites to her Durham Bull, which she was awarded by the Carolina Theatre for selling out her last show, and debates the deliciousness of Carolina vinegar-based BBQ versus all other BBQs.
UPDATE ON KATHLEEN’S QUEEN HIVE: In an update on her Queens, Kathleen announces that Olympia Dukakis has been posthumously added to the Court for this week, as both Cher and Dolly tweeted their sentiments regarding her passin...2021-05-111h 29
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 39: Wedding Squatters, Nazi Loot, & Ranch PotatoesKathleen opens the show drinking a Mexican Lager from Lo-Fi Brewing in Charleston, SC. She then tells a story of her dad accidentally befriending the murder-for-hire realtor in the Ozarks when their Yorkies liked each other. Kathleen then discusses her betting strategy for the Kentucky Derby and gives the history of her love of sports betting when her Dad started taking her to the horse track at a young age.
UPDATE ON KATHLEEN’S QUEEN’S COURT: In an update on her Queens, Kathleen updates her Termites that Stevie Nicks is now fully vaccinated. Cher is back on T...2021-05-041h 18
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 38: Dogs of Chernobyl, Bumble Fumble, & A Boston Art HeistKathleen opens the show drinking a Helles Lager from Southern Barrel Brewing Company in Bluffton, SC. She tells listeners about her recent trip to Hilton Head and Savannah, complete with recommendations on where to stay, drink, and eat oysters (Kathleen LOVES a good lake or beach bar)
UPDATE ON KATHLEEN’S QUEEN’S COURT: In an update on her Queens, Kathleen advises that the Court has been relatively quiet again this week, but has hopes that they’ll all pick up now that they’ve had their COVID vaccines.
TOUR UPDATE: In response to many question...2021-04-271h 19
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 37: Stalin’s Daughter, Mystery Flights, and Dog BeerKathleen opens the show drinking a Fifty-One Pale Ale from Fairhope Brewing Company and providing her own commentary on the activities surrounding Prince Phillip’s funeral, including the aftermath that she hopes will continue to impact Megan and Harry.
UPDATE ON KATHLEEN’S QUEEN’S COURT: In an update on her Queens, Kathleen advises that the Court has been relatively quiet again this week HOWEVER Kathleen has finally received her Dolly Parton comic book. She feels as though Dolly’s Strawberry Pretzel Pie ice cream from Jeni’s is probably a more worthwhile way to spend your money if y...2021-04-201h 25
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 36: A Fake Florida Surgeon, WeWork, & The Golden City of LuxorKathleen opens the show drinking a Naked Pig Pale Ale from Back Forty Brewing in Gadsden, AL. She shares with listeners her excitement over the St. Louis Cardinals’ Opening Day, describing the Clydesdales parading around the ballpark and the Cardinal HOF players waving to fans.
UPDATE ON KATHLEEN’S QUEEN’S COURT: In an update on her Queens, Kathleen advises that the Court has been relatively quiet this week. HOWEVER, Dolly Parton’s new ice cream release literally broke the internet on launch day, halting sales so that exclusive inventory was only available via eBay for $1,000 PER pint.2021-04-131h 34
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 35: Alabama’s Yoga Ban, Satanic Shoes, & a Preacher’s Love TriangleKathleen opens the show drinking a Grit Kisser lager from Back Forty Beer Company in Gadsden, AL and goes on to tells listeners about her recent road trip to Muscle Shoals, Alabama.
UPDATE ON KATHLEEN’S QUEEN’S COURT: In an update on her Queens, Kathleen confirms that Dolly Parton has received her 2nd COVID-19 vaccine, Cher is in the social media “trouble box” after tweeting about the death of George Floyd, Tanya is running wild on her Nashville ranch, and Stevie and Chaka remain quiet for another week.
“BAD GOOD FOOD”: In her quest for new and...2021-04-061h 27
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 34: Toxic Positivity, Skyquakes, & Aretha FranklinKathleen opens the show drinking a Black Cherry White Claw and providing listeners with an update on the success of her March Madness bracket in the Madigan Family pool.
UPDATE ON KATHLEEN’S QUEEN’S COURT: In an update on her Queens, Kathleen tells the Termites that Dolly Parton has her own ice cream flavor called Strawberry Pretzel Pie, which will be available from Jeni’s Ice Cream. Tanya Tucker has released a duet of “You Ain’t Woman Enough” on Loretta Lynn’s 2021 release of “Still Woman Enough,” and Kathleen wishes Queen Chaka a very happy belated birthday w...2021-03-301h 23
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 33: The Queen Sherpa, Cheerleading Moms, & A Serial StowawayKathleen opens the show drinking a Miller 64 and discussing the strategy behind her March Madness bracket in the Madigan Family pool.
“BAD GOOD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples the new Taco Bell Chicken Sandwich taco (she HIGHLY prefers her go-to beef taco), which is available now for a limited time in Nashville and Charlotte. She then tastes Lay’s Crispy Taco potato chips and shares with listeners her Dad’s remedy for any stomach-related illness that involves an entire bag of regul...2021-03-231h 26
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 32: A Discount Murder, Killer Clowns, & A 118-Year-Old Torch BearerKathleen opens the show toasting listeners with a Jameson shot in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, with a Bud Light chaser. She showcases her Moonman Irish hoodie from Barstool Sports and reads a letter from a fan who sent Frank’s RedHot Ranch Seasoning mix, which she looks forward to preparing for next week’s Pubcast.
“BAD GOOD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Hidden Valley Plant-Powered plant-based Ranch dressing. She then dips a Frito into Hidden Valley Ranch Aged Cheddar Ra...2021-03-161h 28
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 31: The New Chapo, A Yellow Penguin, & A Memphis NaziKathleen opens the show drinking a Vibin’ Groovable Lager from Funky Buddha Brewery in Oakland Park, FL. She sips from her Turtles’ Bar pint glass that she purchased while visiting her parents in Sarasota and offers her thoughts on Oprah’s CBS Special: Meghan and Harry.
UPDATE ON KATHLEEN’S QUEEN’S COURT: In an update on her Queens, Kathleen advises that Tanya Tucker has been located at The Old Jody’s Restaurant in Temple, TX after hunkering down in the recent Texas ice storms. Kathleen then reads the latest news showing Queen Dolly Parton getting her Moderna COVI...2021-03-091h 18
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 30: Solar Cars, Drive-Thru Siri, & a UFO In New MexicoKathleen opens the show drinking a Cheap Sunglasses Kolsch beer from Fairhope Brewing Company in Southern Alabama. She then provides listeners with an update on her recent visit to Florida to visit her parents.
UPDATE ON KATHLEEN’S QUEEN’S COURT: In an update on her Queens, Kathleen introduces Chaka Khan to the court, and gives Tanya Tucker and Dolly Parton the week off since they worked overtime last week during the Texas ice storms.
A QUEST FOR RANCH: “Do you have any Ranch?!” In Kathleen’s search for the most delicious Ranch available she samples Wh...2021-03-021h 27
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 29: A Fake Heiress, Richard Simmons, & The Wu - Tang SagaKathleen opens the show drinking a Rhinegeist Cheetah Lager from Cincinnati, telling her Termites stories of drinking in Cincy in the Mount Adams neighborhood. She announces that she will continue mourning the loss of Second Baseman Kolten Wong from her St. Louis Cardinals to the Milwaukee Brewers until Spring Training.
A QUEST FOR RANCH: “Do you have any Ranch?!” In Kathleen’s search for the most delicious Ranch available she samples Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning, which she has been told is delicious on popcorn.
“BAD GOOD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food...2021-02-231h 42
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 28: Dairy Queen Ranch, Airplane Wine, & Gender Reveal PartiesKathleen opens the show pouring a mimosa mixed with “Delta Airlines orange juice” (otherwise known as Minute Maid”) and Sophia Coppola’s canned Blanc de Blanc mini champagne, which Kathleen loves because it tastes delicious, comes in a pink can, and has a “bendy” straw. She describes to listeners a baby walking shoe that her friend and fellow comic Kelly MacFarland sent to her, and describes how if she were the burglar “Baby Show Madigan” she would sign baby shoes, insert cash in them, and leave them in poor neighborhoods.
A QUEST FOR RANCH: “Do you have any Ranch?!” As he...2021-02-161h 20
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 27: Jimmy Hoffa, Blackened Ranch, & A Cat vs The HOAKathleen opens the show with a Corona Familiar tall boy and announces that she is in mourning over the trade of her beloved Kolten Wong to the Milwaukee Brewers. She places a black veil on her Fredbird beer stein and although she is appreciative of her Cardinal’s recent acquisition of superstar Third Baseman Nolen Arenado, she feels that a nod to Kolten is warranted. She then introduces the Termites to her Buc-ees Truck Stop rubber ducky.
A QUEST FOR RANCH: “Do you have any Ranch?!” As her Termites know, Kathleen LOVES Ranch dressing, and in her hunt t...2021-02-091h 34
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 26: Questionable Tuna, Short Sellers, & Pablo’s HipposKathleen opens the show wearing her Logboat Brewing beanie and drinking Logboat’s Yeah Buoy in preparation for Super Bowl LV in Tampa, FL. She explains the history of the NFL in St. Louis and why she is now cheering for the Kansas City Chiefs instead of the LA Rams or the Arizona Cardinals, as well as her predictions for the outcome of this year’s Super Bowl. Kathleen continues her sporting news with an update that her Fredbird beer stein is progressing and now facing sideways after the St. Louis Cardinals recent acquisition of superstar Third Baseman Nolen Aren...2021-02-021h 17
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 23: Flying Cars, My Parent’s Vaccine Hunt, and the 3-Hour RevolutionKathleen opens the show drinking a Bloody Mary and providing her overview of the first week of 2021, stating that she thinks the events this week haven’t improved the outlook of the new year. Kathleen recommends liquor and snacks to get everyone through the insanity carrying over from 2020, including the 3-hour revolution on the US Capitol, and another missing airplane. Those familiar with Kathleen’s comedy know of her obsession with missing Malaysian Flight 370, as depicted in her bit “Wrong Ocean” from her Bothering Jesus album, and Kathleen carries that enthusiasm when researching the latest commercial aircraft to “disappear.”
“BAD G...2021-01-121h 26
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 22: The Zodiac Killer, Python Jerky, & Cryptocurrency RisesKathleen opens the show tasting one of her new favorite wines: a cabernet sauvignon from Haber Family Vineyards that was given to her as a Christmas present from her good friends Nancy & Mark.
DOLLY PARTON QUOTE: Kathleen reads a Dolly Parton quote involving her songs and children.
DOLLY’S 75th BIRTHDAY IS APPROACHING: Kathleen reminds listeners that Dolly’s 75th birthday is approaching, and she provides an address to send birthday cards to Dolly: PO Box 150307 Nashville, TN 37215-0307
Kathleen feels as though this birthday should be a true celebration, not only because Doll...2021-01-051h 13
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 21: Quarantine Drinking, Dollar Stores, & A Bulgarian MysticKathleen opens the show wearing her blinking St. Louis Cardinals Christmas hat, and drinking a Bloody Mary made with the Pittsburgh Pickle Company’s Briney Mary mix and a Miller 64 beer as a side option.
DOLLY PARTON QUOTE: Kathleen reads a Dolly Parton quote involving dieting and eventually eating the diet book.
KATHLEEN’S CHRISTMAS WRAP: Kathleen is thrilled to have received 2 books for Christmas, including “The Billionaire Murders” which provides information and the backstory on the murders of Canadian billionaires Bill and Honey Sherman. Kathleen was also overjoyed to receive Dolly Parton’s “Dixie Fixin’s” coo...2020-12-291h 36
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 20: Mega Church Fraud, Casino Demolition, and Apologetic BurglarsKathleen opens the show with a Moosehead Canadian Lager, describing her new pink and purple holiday Whoville lemon cypress tree to listeners.
DOLLY PARTON QUOTE: Kathleen reads a Dolly Parton quote involving Mother Goose and prostitutes.
PUBCAST LISTENER SHOUTOUTS: Kathleen reads through the latest demographics of her Pubcast listeners, and gives a Christmas shoutout to all listeners for their support, especially the single listener in Korea.
“BAD GOOD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food, Kathleen describes the recently released On The Border red and green holiday tortilla chips, whic...2020-12-221h 39
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 19: Snake Preacher, Aging Politician, and a Canadian Snow AngelKathleen opens the show with a freshly poured spicy bloody Mary, mixed with Idaho Born & Bred craft potato vodka from Grand Teton Distillery. She moves on to tell a story about drinking vodka in Afghanistan with Kid Rock and Kellie Pickler while on a USO tour.
DOLLY PARTON QUOTE: Kathleen reads a Dolly Parton quote involving diets and mashed potatoes.
“BAD GOOD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food, Kathleen describes the recently-released Holiday Rice Krispies, in which she will dump cups of white sugar on the red-and-green cereal bites since she...2020-12-151h 28
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 18: Holiday Movies, Emotional Support Animals, and Zombie MinkKathleen opens the show with a freshly poured spicy bloody Mary, mixed with Sausage Tree Irish vodka in her favorite Imo’s Pizza pint glass.
DOLLY PARTON QUOTE: Kathleen reads a Dolly Parton quote involving men’s intentions and her own female intuition.
“BAD GOOD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food, Kathleen describes to listeners the taste of Hershey’s Kisses new limited edition Sugar Cookie candy, which she samples for the first time while recording the Pubcast and immediately realizes that the candy doesn’t pair well with a bloody Mary...2020-12-081h 20
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 15: The Grand Termite, Tattoo Stories, and Mexican Bird BathsKathleen opens the show with her first guest of the Pubcast, her best friend and Grand Termite comedian Ron White. They offer their opinions of the four Pub guests: Dolly Parton, Stevie Nicks, Cher, and Tanya Tucker and Ron discloses that he feels that Stevie is the most talented of them all because he’s a massive rock fan and thinks Stevie is a great songwriter. Ron and Kathleen toast the opening of the Pub this week with Bloody Maria’s made with Ron’s tequila company, Number JUAN Tequila which listeners can order at taterstequila.com
WHOLE...2020-11-181h 34
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 14: Cryptocurrency, Chess Masters, and Murder HornetsKathleen opens the show pouring a beer from her limited-edition Nelly Budweiser, reading all of the St. Louis references printed on the can. She moves into congratulating the queens in her pub (Stevie Nicks, Tanya Tucker, Cher, and Dolly Parton) for being less mouthy in the press this past week, especially at the conclusion of the 2020 Presidential Election.
DOLLY PARTON QUOTE: Kathleen reads a Dolly Parton quote on feminism.
GAS STATION FOOD: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious fast food, Kathleen has been to Target with her mom and discovered Red Velvet Chips...2020-11-101h 20
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 12: Baby Hot Dogs, The Death of TAB, and an Irish DolphinKathleen opens the show reminding listeners to get their own “twisty Bic candle lighter”, and introduces her new vintage Stevie Nicks prayer candle. Kathleen gushes over Stevie’s TikTok roller skate video to the Fleetwood Mac classic “Dreams,” which dominated the internet with the “Dreams Challenge” for a few weeks.
Kathleen’s other favorite singer Dolly Parton has mentioned that she is still considering posing for Playboy for her upcoming 75th birthday. Kathleen celebrates the latest antics from her Pub Idols by toasting them with a Spotted Cow beer, and describes her last hangover experience drinking too much of the New...2020-10-271h 03
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 11: Steroids, Part Time Casinos, and the Hollow Earth TheoryKathleen opens the show showing off her new “twisty Bic candle lighter”, and a recently acquired Cher prayer candle. She ranks her cardboard friends in the pub by their outspoken nature, referring to the group as “queens” and citing Cher as the mouthiness and Dolly as the least mouthy by nature.
Kathleen reads a Dolly Parton quote involving life and horses. Kathleen moves on to tell a story about her childhood pet pony Princess.
“DRINKY THE CLOWN” WORLD: Kathleen has found a new beer to switch up to from her usual Mich Ultra and Bud Light, which...2020-10-201h 06
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 10: Noodling, Lost Tribes, and Michigan MilitiaKathleen opens the show pouring a glass of Erath pinot noir, and introduces the newest guest to the Pub: Tanya Tucker, who was a birthday gift from Ron White. Kathleen loves that her Guatamalean friends refer to Ron as “Grande Rubio,” even though he isn’t blonde anymore.
Kathleen reads a Dolly Parton quote involving the time involved to perfect Dolly’s hair.
“GAS STATION or ROAD” FOOD: Kathleen revisits her desire for her favorite breakfast tacos (outside of Texas), which are made by Loves Truck Stops. Her goof friend and comedian Kelly MacFarland shares her own fave...2020-10-131h 16
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 9: Breakfast Tacos, Monster Gators, and the Dark WebKathleen opens the show pouring a glass of Bluebird pinot noir, telling listeners about the adventures that she had while in the company of the Grand Termite, Ron White who visited for her birthday week.
“GAS STATION” FOOD: Kathleen shares her secret that Love’s Truck Stop breakfast tacos are half price after 2pm, and although she is more inclined to eat Ding Dongs, she has found and purchased a large box of the newly released Pumpkin Spiced Twinkies which her mother will love. While reading the back of the Twinkies box, Kathleen is excited to learn that H...2020-10-061h 02
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 8: Super Pigs, Doll Island, and Russian JesusKathleen opens the show teasing a forthcoming message from the Grand Termite, drinking a Natural Light tallboy with her peanut snack of the same flavoring and reminiscing about saving up Planters Points as a child to get a free Mr. Peanut plush toy. She is excited about her new Busch Light Dog Brew dog bowl, and will put it to good use when Ron White’s dog Mustard visits again.
“GAS STATION” FOOD: Kathleen finds Natural Light Planter’s Peanuts, a limited edition snack celebrating Mr. Peanut’s 21st birthday which she has paired with her Natty Light beer...2020-09-291h 12
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 7: Buffalo Wings, Action Park, and Skin WalkersKathleen opens by opening her 2020-09-221h 25
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 6: Canadian Killers, Aliens, and Monster SharksKathleen opens with an introduction to “Cardboard Cher,” who will be joining the Pub crew. She reveals that one of her favorite Twitter accounts to follow is “Super 70’s Sports,” and laughs at a recent tweet they posted showing the Milwaukee Brewers ground crew originally wearing lederhosen. Kathleen loves the city of Milwaukee, and although she is a lifelong St. Louis Cardinals fan she admits that she would be excited to attend any Brewers game, especially if there were lederhosen involved.
She announces that she’ll be opening her weekly Pubcast with a Dolly Parton quote, with this week’s...2020-09-151h 11
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 5: Graceland, Migrating Creatures, and CultsKathleen opens with a warm welcome to her “Termites,” providing an explanation for those just tuning in as to how her Termite followers obtained their reference. Stevie Nicks still joins Kathleen at the Pub, and is holding Kathleen’s case of limited edition Busch Latte. Kathleen describes her new Walter Mercado prayer candle to listeners, as well as one of her pint glass from one of her favorite breakfast restaurants in the country: Sam’s Diner in Denver. She didn’t steal this particular glass, but outs her mother for being known to steal fried chicken from casino buffets.
Kath...2020-09-081h 13
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 3: Busch Latte, Offensive Mascots, and the Post OfficeKathleen 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 qua...2020-08-2557 min
Madigan’s PubcastEpisode 2: Fast Food, Lake of the Ozarks, and ChimpanzeesKathleen 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 c...2020-08-181h 02