Madigan’s Pubcast

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Pond Hockey Pilsner from Concord Brewing Company. She reviews her Halloween weekend at home in Nashville and talks about her Midterm voting experience in Nashville.

TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Flying Cats Tour.”

TASTING MENU (2:10): Kathleen samples Guy’s Legendary BBQ potato chips, Good Crisp Company Spicy Cheese Balls, and Kraft Ghost Pepper Ranch.

QUEEN NEWS (25:32): Kathleen shares news that Martha Stewart faced public backlash over her Halloween costume, and Dolly Parton’s niece is fired from her position as the director of Dolly’s museum and archives.

HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (32:19): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

UPDATE (45:52): Kathleen updates on Tennessee death row inmate Christa Pike’s execution status, Elizabeth Holmes’ handwritten rules for running Theranos are revealed, Bill Belichick’s back on the dating market, the Harkles have relocated with the UK, and Airbnb hosts push back on the platform’s new Host rules.

WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (21:50): Kathleen advises watching “The Gilded Age” on HBO Max, and “The Hills Are Alive: A Year at Kylemore Abbey” on Prime Video.

FABULOUS LIVING BY AMY (1:12:58): Kathleen’s sister-in-law Amy joins Kathleen in the Pub to discuss the best jeans for each body type . Follow Amy on Instagram @ahdliving.

HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (52:39): Kathleen reports that the remains of Noah’s Ark have been discovered in Turkey.

NEWS (56:40): Kathleen reports that the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders have formally unionized, Maryland is getting a mini Sphere, DoorDash is buying Instacart, Finland stops construction plans for Google data centers, the new John Madden movie clips incite negative feedback from football fans, Canada is getting a Deadliest Catch series, Mary J. Blige sells her entire catalog, the debate continues regarding Daylight Savings Time, the “cruise for life” residential ship ceases operations, and Hallmark crowns the 2026 “Merriest Town in America.”  

FEEL GOOD STORY (1:52:47): Kathleen shares news that hundreds of wild horses have been been rounded up from public land in Colorado and relocated to a permanent sanctuary where they can run free.

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:53:56): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “cuánto es mi fianza” or “how much is my bail?” in English.

PATRON SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:55:01): Kathleen reads about Saint Lutgardis, patron saint of the blind.

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Lincoln Street Red from First Street Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend doing shows in Kansas and West Virginia and seeing the Elizabeth Holmes documentary “You Can See Everything.”

TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Flying Cats & Marching Armadillos Tour.”

TASTING MENU (1:03): Kathleen samples Bedford Candies Philly Cheesesteak Popcorn, Limited Edition Banana Nut Bread Snickers, and Eillien’s Gummi Bears.

QUEEN NEWS (34:19): Kathleen shares news that the Fleetwood Mac documentary “The Chain” is premiering on AppleTV in January 2027, Martha Stewart discloses her thoughts on work-life balance, and reviews come out for Dolly Parton’s ABC Tribute Special.

HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (24:47): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

UPDATE (45:20): Kathleen updates on her thoughts after seeing the Elizabeth Holmes’ ”You Can See Everything,” Meghan Markle’s next project is announced, and NYC’s Washington Square Park hosts a “You Can See Everything” look-alike contest.

WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (35:53): Kathleen advises to watch “If I Leave Here Tomorrow: Lynyrd Skynyrd “ on Netflix, and “The Gilded Age” on HBO Max.

FABULOUS LIVING BY AMY (59:10): Kathleen’s sister-in-law Amy joins Kathleen in the Pub to discuss body types and how to style your silhouette. Follow Amy on Instagram @ahdliving.

HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (55:51): Kathleen reports that astronomers think they have identified the exact night sky that inspired van Gogh’s “Starry Night.”

NEWS (1:24:25): Kathleen reports that Airbnb has removed mandated chores for guests, Crumbl cookie company is closing hundreds of locations, America is welcoming its 64th national park, Jay-Z has hired himself to perform at the Super Bowl halftime show, an Indiana city council debate goes viral when 1 candidate discloses that she was drunk, a “baseball Top Golf” called Batter Up Social is launching its concept location in Nashville, a long-forgotten Monet breaks records at Sotheby’s auction house, and an arson fire ravages Hitler’s Eagles Nest retreat.

SPORTS NEWS (1:55:38): Kathleen reports that Dawa Yanjum Sherpa became the first Nepali woman to climb all 14 peaks above 8,000 meters.

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (2:05:08): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “hacer un teléfono” or “can I make a phone call” in Spanish.

PATRON SAINT OF THE WEEK (2:08:00): Kathleen reads about St. Juliana of Nicomedia, patron saint of body sickness.

FEEL GOOD STORY (2:02:26): Kathleen shares that the Beagle Bill has been signed into Pennsylvania law.

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Live Free Lager from Concord Craft Brewing Company.

TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Flying Cats & Marching Armadillos Tour.”

TASTING MENU (6:10): Kathleen samples Limited Edition Hidden Valley Spooky Ranch Dressing, Port City Feisty Hot Pretzels, and Undercover Chocolate Quinoa Crisps.

QUEEN NEWS (27:30): Kathleen shares news that Cher has been named as the face of Moncler’s latest campaign, Taylor Swift plays the Academy Gala, and the CMA will air Dolly’s “I Will Always  Love You” tribute October 21st on ABC.

HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (42:55): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

UPDATE (30:58): Kathleen updates on the release of the Elizabeth Holmes’ documentary “You Can See Everything,” the Canadian tourist accused of kidnapping a flamingo in Vegas goes to court, Nike’s discretionary stock drops 80% from its peak in 2021, 6 people are arrested in France when stolen Renoir paintings are found stashed in a private home, the latest expedition to find Amelia Earhart’s plane rules out latest hypothesis, the iconic bigfoot video from 1967 is confirmed to be a hoax, and Pickleball chain PICKLR files for bankruptcy.

WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (16:10): Kathleen advises to watch “The Gilded Age” on HBO Max.

FABULOUS LIVING BY AMY (1:05:10): Kathleen and her sister-in-law Amy discuss the best flannel shirts for Fall. Follow Amy on Instagram @ahdliving.

HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (1:02:51): Kathleen reports that the world’s oldest shipwreck is discovered off the coast of Turkey.

NEWS (1:30:51): Kathleen reports that a priest in Ecuador was killed during a livestreamed mass when a large wooden crucifix fell on him much like the film “Day of the Beast,” Barbie is releasing a Celine Dion doll, Tampa Bay Lightning goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy debuts his new mask with 6 of his cats depicted, KFC announces a major menu change after 40 years, Canada’s CityTV is rolling out Dateline Canada, Planters is hiring Peanutters, the Plaza Hotel is closing for 4 years, Pennsylvania nuns build an unsanctioned monastery, and Wyoming releases a law restricting classic bar games.

SPORTS NEWS (1:23:20): Kathleen reports that Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts could miss the entire 2026 season due to blood clots in his lungs.

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:53:20): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “no soy culpable” or “I’m not guilty” in English.

PATRON SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:55:38): Kathleen reads about St. Joan of Arc, patron saint of France and the military.

FEEL GOOD STORY (1:46:06): Kathleen reads about a Jack Russell Terrier who was found after being lost in Yellowstone for more than a month.

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Holy Cannoli Heritage Stout from Penguin City Brewing Company.

TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Flying Cats & Marching Armadillos Tour.”

TASTING MENU (1:42): Kathleen samples Art & Mary’s Hot N Zesty Jalapeno Tater Chips, Hostess Scary Cakes, and Banana Pudding Oreos.

QUEEN NEWS (24:26): Kathleen shares news that Martha Stewart is dishing about her dinner dates with Snoop Dogg,and Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce resolve their fencing issues with Cleveland neighbors.

HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (28:06): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

UPDATE (51:16): Kathleen updates on Larry the Cat’s surgery recovery, ATL Zoo’s Panda Grove will open to the public Nov 6th, Prince Harry has released a MasterClass on grief, another expedition has launched to solve the Amelia Earhart mystery,

WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (1:29::28): Kathleen advises to watch “Nashville” on Prime Video, and “The Eyes of Tammy Faye” on Amazon Prime.

FABULOUS LIVING BY AMY (1:04:40): Kathleen and her sister-in-law Amy discuss the opportunities for value on Facebook Marketplace. Follow Amy on Instagram @ahdliving.

HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (55:12): Kathleen reports that a 50,000-year-old baby mammoth referred to as “Yana” has been found in remarkable condition in Serbia.

NEWS (1:00:13): Kathleen reports that Elizabeth Banks will play Karen Read in an upcoming Amazon series, Antarctica is looking for staffing, Mexico’s National Guard has recruited a Chihuahua, raccoons in Minnesota mistook a cybertruck for a trash can, Jim Bakker passes away at age 86, Pope Leo is one of the smartest men alive, there’s a Norwegian island without time, and Halloween originated in Ireland. 

SPORTS NEWS (1:37:01): Kathleen reports that LeBron James will pay $500K this year to commute by chopper to PHL, Mike Ditka passes away at age 86, there’s a new favorite convenience store in America, and Claire Dowling is elected as the 1st woman captain of St. Andrews.  

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (2:00:12): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “puedo tener un abogado” or “can I have a lawyer?” in English.

PATRON SAINT OF THE WEEK (2:02:09): Kathleen reads about St. Catherine of Alexandria, patron saint of jurists, knife grinders, philosophers, and students.

FEEL GOOD STORY (1:57:17): Kathleen reads about a man who jumped off a bridge to save a 2-year-old who had been thrown from her parents’ car in a bridge accident.

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking an Ocean Course American Pale Ale from Low Tide Brewing Company in St. John’s Island.

TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Flying Cats & Marching Armadillos Tour.”

TASTING MENU (2:32): Kathleen samples Black Forest Gummy Bears, Fisher’s Old Bay Caramel Popcorn, and Old Dutch Cheesy Puffcorn.

TOP 5 THINGS TO DO IN NASHVILLE (22:05): In advance of the Ryman show, Kathleen recommends visiting the Johnny Cash Museum, Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge, Nudie’s Honk Tonk, and Robert’s Western World.

QUEEN NEWS (24:58): Kathleen shares news that Martha Stewart got a new short haircut, and Taylor Swift also got a trendy new haircut and released her “Patient Zero” single which shot to the top spot on the charts.

HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (42:46): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

UPDATE (29:09): Kathleen updates on Mark Zuckerberg donating $150K to Waterford GAA after purchasing a local castle, and Tony Romo officially parts ways with CBS.

WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (34:02): Kathleen advises to watch “Nashville” on Prime Video.  

FABULOUS LIVING BY AMY (1:09:12): Kathleen and her sister-in-law Amy review the best travel backpacks available. Follow Amy on Instagram @ahdliving.

HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (40:18): Kathleen reports that Pompeii excavators have revealed that they have unearthed a Roman cult fresco.

NEWS (55:22): Kathleen reports that Tennessee has botched another prisoner execution, the debate against Daylight Savings Time continues in the US Capitol, McDonalds is bringing back PlayPlaces, Bose is officially bringing back wired earbuds, the President of the US released Senator Cotton’s personal cell when Cotton blocked a Bill from passing, American Idol is moving production to Atlanta, market analysts advise that the popularity of pickleball is quickly dying,and a 6-year-old girl from China sets a Rubix Cube record.

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:59:02): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “de qué se me acusa?” or “what am I being charged with?” in English.

PATRON SAINT OF THE WEEK (2:01:22): Kathleen reads about the Saint Boniface of Mainz, patron saint of brewers, Germans, and tailors.

FEEL GOOD STORY (1:54:22): Kathleen reads about Doobie Brother Michael McDonald reuniting with the son that he gave up for adoption 58 years ago.