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Madigan’s Pubcast

Kathleen Madigan
Madigan’s Pubcast
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  • Madigan’s Pubcast

    Episode 271: A True Crime Coven, Pop Up Music Festivals, & Probing Big Data Centers

    04/29/2026 | 1h 32 mins.
    INTRO (00:00): 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 (2:56): Kathleen samples Sticky Situations Hot Fudge Honey Mashup, Holy Cow Beef Chips, Rhed’s Original Pepper Sauce, and a French Toast Butterfinger.

     

    QUEEN NEWS (9:56): 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 (15:46): HollyBobbyprovides the latest news in Hollywood.

     

    SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:28:42): 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 (45:08): Kathleen recommends watching the final update episode of “Gone Girls: The Long Island Serial Killer” on Netflix, and “Anatomy of a Scandal” onNetflix.

     

    UPDATES (33:26): 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 (48:45): 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 (48:18): Kathleen reviews the current situation with tailgating at World Cup events, and Pittsburgh’s NFL Draft attendance numbers.

     

    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (51:08): 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, Ontario bans ticket resales above face value, Meta cuts 20,000 jobs, 11 scientists who are tied to sensitive US research have disappeared over the past few months, a legendary Spanish matador is gored by a bull, Amazon is investing billions in big data centers in Mississippi, Zoox is expanding to Phoenix, and QVC is filing for bankruptcy.  

     

    SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:24:38): Kathleen reads about Saint Lorenzo Ruiz, the patron saint of cooks, librarians, and the poor.

     

    FEEL GOOD STORY (1:20:32): Kathleen shares a story about the special stone that otters carry with them for life, and Betty White left the majority of her estate to benefit animal welfarecharities.
  • Madigan’s Pubcast

    Episode 270: A Bloody Mary Museum, Catholic Karma & 14 Cuervo's vs Carnival Cruise Lines

    04/22/2026 | 1h 30 mins.
    INTRO (00:24): 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 (1:22): Kathleen samples Black Magic Brownies, Better Made BBQ chips, and Grand Rapids Cheeze Kurls. 

     

    QUEEN NEWS (7:44): 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 (17:18): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

     

    SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (17:25): 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 (33:15): Kathleen recommends watching “Your Friends & Neighbors” on AppleTV. 

     

    UPDATES (10:55) : 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 (35:20): 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 (45:05): 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, the 2026 Rock & Roll HOF class is announced, a Carnival Cruise passenger is awarded $300K after being served 14 tequila shots and the 5 most popular states to relocate to are announced.

     

    SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:17:25): Kathleen reads about Saint Martin de Porres, the patron saint of mixed races and hairdressers.

     

    FEEL GOOD STORY (1:14:30): Kathleen shares a story about Italy allowing people to take sick leave when their pets are ill.
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    Episode 269: Fake Weddings, Coachella Chaos, & a Gas Station Masters Menu

    04/15/2026 | 1h 40 mins.
    INTRO (00:24): 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 (2:02): Kathleen samples Ritz Toasted Buffalo chips, Skippy + Girl Scouts mashup PB Bites, and Limited Edition Nashville Hot Cheddar Lance crackers. 

     

    QUEEN NEWS (8:29): Kathleen shares an update on Taylor Swift’s wedding location.

     

    SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (35:22): 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 (16:12): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

     

    WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (39:22): Kathleen recommends watching “Trust Me: The False Prophet” on Netflix. 

     

    UPDATES (37:44) : 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 (50:42): 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 (1:10:36): 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 (1:27:25): Kathleen reads about Saint Vincent of Saragossa, the patron saint of vintners. 

     

    FEEL GOOD STORY (1:23:36): Kathleen shares a story about the world’s oldest gorilla celebrating her birthday in the Berlin zoo.
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    Episode 268: Masters Week, An Uptake in Exorcisms & a Poisoning Scandal on Mt. Everest

    04/08/2026 | 1h 49 mins.
    INTRO (00:24): Kathleen opens the show drinking a No Jacket Required Czech Style Pilsner from Savannah River Brewing Company in Augusta, GA. She reviews her weekend in Philadelphia and Augusta, GA for the Masters. 

     

    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”

     

    TASTING MENU (2:44): Kathleen samples Prawn Tayto’s, Masters Potato Chips, and the new Masters Candy Bar. 

     

    SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:16:28): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “el bar sirve comida?” which translates to “does the bar serve food.”

     

    HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (22:15): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

     

    QUEEN NEWS (16:00: Kathleen shares updates on Stevie Nicks’ reported new “Ghost Record,” and Dolly Parton has a mic-drop quote for the director of Steel Magnolias. 

     

    UPDATES (31:29 : Kathleen shares updates on Britain’s Chief Mouser Larry the Cat, Tucson’s Sheriff Nanos is under fire again, more info is uncovered about Banksy’s personal life, 

     

    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (1:13:33): Kathleen shares articles on Lindsey Buckingham’s recent attack by a stalker, Celine Dion announces a Paris residency, Jessica Lange teases the next season of American Horror Story, Texas announces plans to utilize air taxis, Prince World is opening at the Mall of America, the Canadian Mint is releasing a glow-in-the-dark coin, some Mount Everest guilds are accused of poisoning climbers and collecting insurance money, demand for exorcisms is on the rise, and Chicago implements a new tourism fee. 

     

    SPORTS NEWS (45:55): Kathleen reviews words and phrases that broadcasters are forbidden to say on the official Masters golf broadcasts, the Utah Mammoth NHL team unveil their new Zammoth zamboni, and the NFL announces that you’ll need TEN different subscriptions to watch all of the 2026 NFL season. 

     

    HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (42:135): Kathleen reads about a 2,500 year-old golden helmet recovered in Romania after it was stolen last year in a heist in the Netherlands, and Alexander the Great’s long-lost city has been located. 

     

    FEEL GOOD STORY (1:37:41): Kathleen shares a story about a Netherlands supermarket chain offering chat checkouts where people can spend extra time talking to cashiers to help reduce loneliness.
  • Madigan’s Pubcast

    Episode 267: Savannah Banana Beer, Airport Pub Crawls & Vegas Rolls the Dice on All-Inclusive Resorts

    04/01/2026 | 1h 30 mins.
    INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Savannah Banana “Banana Beer” from Service Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend doing shows in LA, watching MLB Opening Day at her favorite LA bar and hanging out with HollyBobby in Anaheim. 

     

    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”

     

    TASTING MENU (2:04): Kathleen samples Trader Joe’s Chile Lime Pork Rinds, South Bend Chocolate Company Irish Cream Crunch, and Goldfish Spicy Dill Pickle Crisps. 

     

    SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (11:15): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “donde esta la barra” which translates to “where is the bar.”

     

    HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (15:20): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

     

    QUEEN NEWS (40:20): Kathleen shares updates on Martha Stewart’s boyfriend criteria, Stevie Nicks has not acknowledged Lindsey Buckingham’s reunion rumors, Cher is rumored to portray Lilyth in Season 13 of American Horror Story, 

     

    UPDATES (46:05) : Kathleen shares updates that Peachy the flamingo is back at the Flamingo Las Vegas wildlife habitat, Prince harry hopes for “family time” with King Charles while in the UK this summer, and Punch the monkey has paired with an older girlfriend. 

     

    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (1:00:32): Kathleen shares articles on squirrels becoming addicted to vape pens, the Los Angeles Angels have promoted a woman to be their next President, United Airlines is considering a “twilight bag drop” program and introducing a “relaxed row” seating program, Tiger Woods breaks his silence after his latest DUI arrest, Alberta’s legendary “Boss” bear has officially been spotted out of hibernation in Banff, the NBA approves exploration of expansion in Seattle and Vegas, 2 Las Vegas hotels are offering all-inclusive pricing, and a Charlie Daniels hologram concert will headline the July 4th celebration in Fort Campbell.

     

    HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (54:56): Kathleen reads about a rare and ancient megalodon shark tooth found by a teen in ocean off of the Florida Keys. 

     

    WHAT ARE WE WATCHING: Kathleen recommends watching “The Madison” on Paramount+. 

     

    SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:17:00): Kathleen shares the history of Saint Lawrence, the patron saint of Comedians. 

     

    FEEL GOOD STORY (1:21:36): Kathleen shares a story about 7 dogs who escaped a Chinese slaughter house and returned home, and a Dutch Café introduces a “Brownies & Downies” work program for people with Down’s Syndrome.

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About Madigan’s Pubcast

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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