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Ep 173Episode 173: March Madness Begins, Bitcoin Drama & New Rules For Everest
INTRO (1:07): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Goat Ranch Lager from Big Lug Canteen in Indianapolis, and a Hotel Tango Vodka Bloody Mary. She reviews her weekend of sold-out shows in Dayton and Indianapolis, eating shrimp cocktails at St. Elmo Steakhouse which is one of her favorite restaurants in the country. COURT NEWS (13:28): Kathleen shares news on Dolly’s new Lodge cast iron cookware line, Jelly Roll has numerous 2024 CMT nominations, Taylor Swift is enjoying a vacation with boyfriend Travis Kelce, and Stevie Nicks has announced a Summer 2024 European tour. “GOOD BAD FOOD”(1:16): Kathleen samples Tony Packo’s Pickles & Peppers, South Bend Chocolate Company’s Irish Chocolate Crunch Popcorn, and Broad Ripple Chip Company's Sweet & Spicy chips. UPDATES (16:57): Kathleen shares updates on Billy McFarland’s Fyre. Festival 2.0, and the Iceland volcano erupts again. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (27:15): Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a gold ring with the mark of Christ lost 500 years ago, and a family found a centuries-old Japanese piece of art stolen during WWII. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (31:30): Kathleen shares articles debunking Craig Wright’s claims that he invented Bitcoin, Wendy’s rolls out dynamic pricing, a new HGTV show “Lakefront Empire” premiers showcasing Lake of the Ozarks, a new Chick-fil-A concept makes major changes in NYC, Kansas City raised the bar in women’s sports when CPKC opened mid-March, ATP signs a multi-year partnership with PIF, AMC will show live Olympic coverage in theatres this summer, Mount Everest climbers must meet a new requirement, KFC rolls out the “Chizza” to American menus, “The Soprano’s” booth from the finale sells on eBay, the worst US airports are revealed, and a $1B donation makes New York medical school tuition free. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Apples Never Fall” on Peacock, (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 172Episode 172: Tyson vs Paul, Beating Ms. Pacman, & My Parents’ Creepy Dolls
INTRO (6:10): Kathleen opens the show drinking a “Cheer Up Charlie” Stout from Third Wheel Brewing in St. Peters, MO, and a ROCK’N Vodka Bloody Mary from Rockford, IL. She talks about aging parents and the creepy dolls in her mom’s basement. COURT NEWS (25:18): Kathleen shares news on Stevie Nicks’ New Orleans tour date, Dolly Parton and her sister Rachel are releasing a new cookbook, Taylor Swift brokered a deal with Singapore for her Eras tour, a judge sides with Cher in a royalties war with Mary Bono, and Jelly Roll unveils his 2024 “Beautifully Broken” tour dates. “GOOD BAD FOOD”(12:28): Kathleen samples Guy’s Snacks Salt & Lime tortilla chips, Hellman’s Garlic Mayo Aioli Spread, and Bubba’s Hot Vinegar Carolina Sauce from Joe’s BBQ (her favorite) in Kansas City. UPDATES (39:04): Kathleen shares updates on the Kansas City Chiefs fan ChiefsAHolic’s robbery charges, Canadian box of hockey cards, several Chiefs fans are facing amputation after attending a playoff game, there’s fresh hope in solving the mystery of MH370, and a case of mystery ice hockey cards fetch $3.7M at auction. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (52:20): Kathleen is amazed to read about the recovery of the SS Nemesis that vanished off the coast of Australia in 1904. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (54:50 ): Kathleen shares articles on thousands of children calling Congress to save TikTok, Applebee’s and IHOP are launching co-branded locations, Macy’s is closing 150 stores, Mike Tyson will box against Jake Paul live on Netflix in July, a 114-year-old Texas woman becomes the oldest living American, a Canadian grocery store rolls out a slow check-out lane to help seniors combat loneliness, and a lost cow is found two months later traveling with a herd of bison. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 171Episode 171: Cartel Timeshares, & Monster Pets Next Door
INTRO (1:30 ): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Chattahooligan Kolsch from Chattanooga Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend in Chattanooga and Huntsville AL, hiking Rock City and enjoying Sticky Fingers ribs. COURT NEWS (14:31): Kathleen shares news on Stevie Nicks adding more 2024 concert dates, Queen Dolly welcomes Beyonce into the Country music world, and Taylor Swift spends a whirlwind weekend in Australia with Travis Kelce. “GOOD BAD FOOD”(4:17 ): Kathleen samples Betty Jo’s Gourmet Slaw, Sweet Georgia Soul BBQ Sauce, and Blackburn’s Original Monster Sauce. UPDATES (13:44): Kathleen shares updates on the launch of Red Lobster’s all-you-can-eat lobster promo, and Hertz is still having issues keeping track of cars. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (24:51): Kathleen is amazed to read about the world’s biggest snake discovered in the Amazon, a mysterious Cezanne work is discovered in the artist’s childhood home, and scientists discover a 240M-year-old Chinese dragon fossil. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (32:45 ): Kathleen shares articles on a map outlining where dangerous animals are legally allowed to be pets in the US, US airlines continue to increase baggage fees, El Chapo’s granddaughter parties around Europe, Mexican cartels move from fentanyl to timeshare scams, Ivy League schools reinstate the SAT requirement, and a Pennsylvania Goodwill receives a rare golf LEGO piece. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching Season 1 of “Dead To Me” on Netflix, and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 170Episode 170: Stupid State Liquor Laws, Honoring Pop Tarts, & A Nashville Bar Crawl
INTRO (0:55): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Rock’N Vodka bloody Mary and a Bad Birdie Golden Ale from Four Peaks Brewing. She reviews her weekend in Scottsdale playing Talking Stick Casino and hanging out with her good friend Daxx Nielsen and his family. COURT NEWS (12:53): Kathleen shares news on Dolly’s tuition reimbursement for Dollywood employees and her reaction to Elle King’s birthday tribute, Taylor Swift breaks another record, and Jelly Roll teases a new tour announcement. “GOOD BAD FOOD”(5:48): Kathleen samples Aloha Freeze Dried Buss Da’ Clusters, Doritos Hot Honey Mustard Dinameta Sticks, and Kroger Sriracha Ranch dressing. UPDATES (23:54): Kathleen shares updates on a Russian superyacht seized by the US gov’t, archaeologists invite common people to join site digs in the UK, and Delta Air Lines CEO releases the employee’s 2023 profit sharing. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (35:05): Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of the SS Arlington shipwreck in Lake Superior, and a dog walker found a bone in France that ends up completing a fossilized Titanosaur. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (43:15): Kathleen shares articles on archaeological Morgan Wallen’s new Nashville bar and Jon Bon Jovi’s new honky tonk, a Monet painting gets souped by protesters, Sir Rod Stewart sells his entire music catalogue, the drunkest fans in the NFL are determined, a 200’ radio tower is stolen in Alabama, a bill could ban cold beer sales in Tennessee, a woman without a ticket flies Nashville to LA, the NBA announces possible expansion cities, mutant wolves in Chernobyl have evolved a new superpower, the most popular 2024 Spring Break destinations are revealed, and the inventor of Pop Tarts dies at age 96. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “The Greatest Night In Pop” on Netflix, and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 169Episode 169: Donna Kelce’s Cookies, Negotiating Landlines & My Dad Becomes a Crime Boss
INTRO (3:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Michelob Golden Light from Anheuser Busch. She reviews her week in Missouri hanging out with her parents and her Super Bowl bets. COURT NEWS (): Kathleen shares news on Snoop Dogg’s lawsuit against Walmart, Jelly Roll attended the Super Bowl, and Taylor Swift made it back from her Tokyo shows to the Super Bowl. “GOOD BAD FOOD”(1:08): Kathleen samples Old Vienna St. Louis Red Hot Corn Chips, Kettle Chips 7 Layer Dip chips, and Hidden Valley Dill Pickle Ranch Dressing. UPDATES (34:42 ): Kathleen shares updates on Adam Neumann’s attempt to purchase WeWork, the Cargill heir buys more lakefront land in Michigan, and a protester scales the Vegas Sphere. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (43:40): Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a Roman funerary bed in London, and Sotheby’s is preparing to offer the World’s first postage stamp at auction. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (52:50 ): Kathleen shares articles on the “Jesus: He Gets Us” Super Bowl ads, Disney wins the streaming rights to Taylor Swift’s “Eras Tour” movie, Iceland’s volcano erupts for a 3rd time in 2 months, Southwest Airlines rolls out their new seat to the dismay of their frequent fliers, South Carolina wants to reinstate firing squads and the electric chair, the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees are announced, AT&T wants to discontinue landline services, and Donna Kelce lets a small business use her cookie recipe to help pay off student lunch debt. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 168Episode 168: Taylor’s 13th Grammy, Buc-ee’s Breakfast Burrito & Zodiac Signs of Serial Killers
(2:06) Kathleen opens the show drinking a Pack of Rabid Dogs Helles Lager from Piedmont Brewery in Atlanta. (8:38) COURT NEWS: Kathleen shares news on Taylor Swift’s 13th Grammy win and announcement of her forthcoming “The Tortured Poet’s Department” album on April 19th, (4:31) “GOOD BAD FOOD”: Kathleen samples Patatas Fritas, Georgia Sourdough Everything Crackers, and Buc-ee’s gummi bears. (16:45) UPDATES: Kathleen shares updates on Vegas’s Tropicana casino’s implosion date, Gatorland naming its rare gator twins, Banksy’s Crazy Horse painting, and the Jacksonville Jaguars ask Fan Duel to refund $20M in stolen money. (29:45) “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a missing Botticelli masterpiece, and a 2K-year-old Roman villa that could be Pliny the Elder’s house. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Michael Jordan’s record-breaking shoe auction, a Klimt portrait missing for a century goes to auction, a monkey army takes over a Thai town, which Zodiac signs have the most serial killers, mysterious deaths are reported at a house party in Kansas City during the Chiefs vs Buffalo Bills game, Dead & Co. announce a residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, member of Cargill family buys and demolishes 10 lakefront homes in Minnesota, TikTok continues its feud with Universal Music, and a relic of St. Brigid returns to Ireland. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.or’s 13th Grammy, Buc-ee’s Breakfast Burrito & Zodiac Signs of Serial Killers See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 167Episode 167: Wisconsin’s Greatest Bar Dog, Gatorcicles, & Decoding The Red Solo Cup
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Boots and Hose Citrus Blonde Ale from Humdinger Brewing. She reviews her weekend doing sold-out shows in San Luis Obispo and Monterey, drinking beer in a Buffalo Bills bar, and taking a beach walk on the Pebble Beach dog beach. COURT NEWS: Kathleen shares news on Cher’s request for conservatorship over son Elijah Blue Alman, Taylor Swift celebrates the Chiefs’ AFC Championship win with Travis Kelce, and Snoop Dogg has a new opinion of Trump. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Cattaneo Bros. extra-thin cut Mesquite jerky, Foustman’s Artisanal 5 alarm habanero salami, and Taco Works Tortilla Chips. UPDATES: Kathleen shares updates on Buc-ee’s new plans to expand to Arizona, NFL fans support Bills kicker Tyler Bass with charity donations, and Hamilton’s pistols fetch more than $800K at auction. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of four new emperor penguin colonies in Antarctica. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the purpose of the lines on a red Solo cup, protesters hurling soup at the Mona Lisa, a former US Air Force officer believes he has found Amelia Earhart’s plane, Netflix will stream WWE Raw in live events, developers will build the tallest skyscraper in the US in Oklahoma, 5 states are offering $20K for new residents to relocate to them, frozen alligators are found floating alive in North Carolina, United Airlines flight attendants face being terminated for cell phone use, a British zoo has potty-mouthed parrots, and a Milwaukee dog has a favorite bar. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching Griselda on Netflix and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 166Episode 166: Russian Yacht Bars, Cicada Cyclones & The Curse of Pompeii
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Free Kittens Lager from Barryessa Brewing in Winters, CA. She reviews her weekend doing sold-out shows in Santa Rosa, CA, and the Hard Rock Casino outside of Sacramento. COURT NEWS: Kathleen shares news that Dolly Parton has released 4 breakfast mixes as part of her Duncan Hines baking line, Taylor Swift-inspired themed menu items at the Chiefs vs Bills AFC playoff game, and Jelly Roll pays an emotional tribute to his wife Bunnie XO on her birthday. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Sonoma Creamery Pizza Crisps, and Lay’s Saveur Poulet Roti (Roast Chicken) chips. UPDATES: Kathleen shares on the sale of the world’s largest blue diamond, Spirit Airlines is facing bankruptcy, seized super yacht Amadea is costing taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars per month to maintain, Elizabeth Holmes has been banned from federal health programs for 90 years, and the London couple who gave up city life to caretake a remote Irish island claim mystery illnesses when their position ended. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a 253-year-old pre-Revolutionary War fort hidden in the walls of a West Virginia home. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on The Killers’ new Vegas residency, a woman returns stones that she stole from Pompeii, Kanye West replaces his real teeth with titanium dentures, Applebee’s offers a limited subscription pass for date nights, 2 cicada cycles could cause mass destruction in Tennessee this summer, 11,000 workers will soon be hired to build the high-speed Brightline rail, and the estate of Hawaii’s “last princess is finally settled. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 165Episode 165: Snoop Joins The Olympics, Redheaded Giants, & The Return of Chuck E. Cheese
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Wizard of Hops IPA from Central Standard Brewing. She reviews her weekend of shows in Wichita and Tulsa, getting drive-thru Jim Beam at Spangles and touring Leon Russell’s Church Studio. COURT NEWS: Kathleen shares news that Snoop Dogg has joined the NBC team commentary for the 2024 Paris Olympics, Jelly Roll spoke in front of Congress urging them to crack down on fentanyl, and Taylor Swift attends Travis Kelce’s Wild Card game at Arrowhead Stadium with Donna Kelce. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Casey’s New Orleans Style Pretzels, and Hot Dog flavored hard candy. UPDATES: Kathleen shares that a building with a Banksy mural was accidentally demolished in Dover. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a huge ancient city in the Amazon, and a ten-foot-tall redheaded cannibals are discovered by archeologists in a Nevada cave. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the deadly black-footed cat at a Utah zoo, a Tesla robot attacks an engineer at the Texas factory, TGI Friday’s is a financial dumpster fire, Taco Bell unveils their new $3 Cravings menu, a cruise ship is struck by a rogue wave in the North Sea, Chuck E. Cheese sees a resurgence, Southwest Airlines helps a teacher turn a mock trip into reality, Warren Buffett shares 11 things that poor people will waste money on in 2024, a wild goose’s mate surprises a Massachusetts vet clinic, a wild jaguar has been spotted in southern Arizona, and Miley Cyrus reconsiders a residency at The Sphere. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 164Episode 164: More Malaysian FLT 370, Broken Doritos & The Richest Cat In The World
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Preds Beer from Jackelope Brewing in Nashville. She reviews her Christmas holiday with family in Missouri, and her New Year’s in Nashville celebrating Irish New Year’s Eve and day drinking with her cousins. COURT NEWS: Kathleen shares that Cher has filed for a conservatorship over her son Elijah Blue, Dolly Parton fulfills a dying mega-fan’s final wish, Taylor Swift’s cat Olivia Benson has a higher net worth than her boyfriend Travis Kelce, and Jelly Roll has been nominated for a Grammy award. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples GUY'S Joe's KC French Fry Seasoning Potato Chips, Kraft Mac & Cheese gummies, and Dorito’s minis. UPDATES: Kathleen shares that the QAnon shaman wants his iconic horns returned from Federal custody, Minnesota gets a new state flag, Zuckerberg continues his destruction of Hawaii by breaking ground on an apocalyptic survival bunker, and a fisherman reveals shocking details around his discovery of MH370. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a rare genie lamp in the Middle East, and a perfectly preserved dinosaur embryo is found inside a fossilized egg. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Starbucks new initiative to accept reusable cups for drive-thru and mobile orders, a nude man is nabbed after he does a cannonball into a Bass Pro Shop aquarium, Buffalo is named the hottest housing market in 2024, Hamilton’s pistols go up for auction at Christie’s, six more weird traits show if you have Neanderthal DNA, a cruise bound for the Bahamas is rerouted to Boston and Canada, 2 iconic Vegas Strip casinos enter their last days, and L’Oreal heir Francoise Bettencourt becomes the first woman with $100B. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching any season of “Fargo” on Hulu, “If I Leave Here Tomorrow” on Amazon, “The Billionaire The Butler & The Boyfriend” on Netflix, and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 163Episode 163: Gingerbread Buc-ee’s, An NFL Heist, & SFO Airport’s Therapy Cat
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Thunder Ann beer from Jackelope Brewing Company in Nashville. She talks about her holiday plans with family in Missouri, baking cookies for her dad and going ice skating with her nieces and nephews at Lake of the Ozarks. COURT NEWS: Kathleen announces that Dolly Parton is breaking ground on another restaurant concept on the Florida Panhandle, Jelly Roll spearheaded the largest toy drive in Nashville’s history, and Cher blasted the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Clancy’s Turkey Stuffing flavored Wavy Chips, and Cheeto’s Minis. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of more than 600 rare vintage baseball cards in a Pennsylvania closet, and a 6-year-old girl found a 152-year-old shipwreck near Green Bay. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on San Francisco Airport’s emotional support cat “Duke,” the Carolina Panthers game against the Atlanta Falcons saw ticket prices dipping to $0.45, a Texas couple recreated a full Buc-ee’s out of gingerbread, French children attending school were served wine on their lunchbreaks until 1956, a former Jacksonville Jaguars employee is accused of stealing more then $22M from the team, Target is offering robotic manicures for $10, “morning people” might have more Neanderthal genes, Marie Antoinette’s chair sells for millions, a 1969 Minnesota Vikings halftime hot air balloon disaster is recounted decades later, and Nostradamus’s 2024 predictions are revealed. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching Hallmark Channel holiday movies “A Merry Scottish Christmas” and “Laughing All The Way,“ “Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God” on HBO, and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 162Episode 162: Tailgating In Chiefs Kingdom, McDonald’s Launches CosMc’s, & The Art of the Irish Goodbye
Kathleen opens the show drinking Screwball Egg Nog, reviewing her fun weekend spent with cousins in Kansas City attending the Buffalo Bills vs Kansas City Chiefs game at Arrowhead. They had Christmas drinks at Tinsel Tavern, which is a Christmas pop-up bar in downtown KC, and had lunch at Joe’s BBQ. COURT NEWS: Kathleen announces that Taylor Swift has left $1M to the Tennessee tornado victims hit impacted last weekend, and wishes Taylor a happy birthday on Dec. 13th. Dolly’s Dollywood company has purchased a downtown Nashville office building which is anticipated to become a themed hotel, Jelly Roll visits graduates of a Flint MI county jail program, “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Guy’s Sour Cream & Onion Legendary Potato Chips from. Kansas City, Joe’s Kansas City Night of the Living BBQ Sauce, and Guy’s Sea Salt & Vinegar Kettle Chips. UPDATES: Kathleen gives an update on Felicity Huffman’s reasons why she participated in the Varsity Blues college admissions scandal. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a fossil that perfectly preserved a teenage Tyrannosaur’s last meal, archaeologists discover a brutal ‘Bakery-Prison’ at Pompeii, and a huge sea monster emerges from the Dorset cliffs. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on a “beyond-rare all-white alligator born at Gatorland, the Rembrandt “Adoration of Kings” selling for $14M, giant spiders could soon be parachuting into New York, a first edition Harry Potter found in a bargain bin sells for $70K, Jeff Bezos spent $42M creating The Clock of the Long Now, McDonald’s is launching CosMe’s, the Hermes heir plans to adopt his gardener to transfer his $11B fortune, Disney is developing a residential community in North Carolina, a new study states that daytime napping improves brain health, Minnesota is updating its flag design, and Kathleen teaches how to execute a proper Irish Goodbye. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching Hallmark Channel holiday movies “One Royal Holiday” and “The Christmas Secret,” and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 161Episode 161: Canadian Super Pigs, The Fanciest McDonald’s, & The End of Endless Shrimp
Kathleen opens the show drinking Evan Williams Egg Nog and Ruby Ale from McMenamin’s Brewery in Oregon. She reviews her weekend of sold-out shows in Eugene Portland Oregon and Seattle WA, advising Termites where her favorite bars and fun places to visit are in each city. COURT NEWS: Kathleen celebrates Jelly Roll’s 39th birthday, Dolly advises that Hollywood was the most depressing place that she’s ever seen, and Taylor Swift is Time Magazine’s 2023 Person of the Year. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples HAB Garlic Carrot Habanero Hot Sauce from the Sauce Lord, Cocoa Bomb Chocolate Whiskey, Tim’s Sasquatch Surprise Chips, and Tim’s Dungeness Crab Chips. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the sale of the 1914 Babe Ruth baseball card, the Chief of the Saskatchewan Piapot tribe that Buffy Sainte-Marie had stated she is a member of has requested that she take a DNA test to prove her ethnicity, and Mattress Mack has launched a new promotion to support the Texas Longhorns NCAA Football title run. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a rare animal thought to be extinct suddenly found by a dog on a South African beach and the birth of a rare Black Rhino in a UK zoo. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on KISS fans’ disappointment over the band’s final performance, the 3-year “Life At Sea” cruise has been canceled, a Medieval castle is for sale in France, the long-hidden Monet’s “Water Lilies” has sold for $74M, invasive Canadian “Super Pigs” set to cross the US border, a Minnesota middle school bans cell phones, Warren Buffet’s ‘#2’ Charlie Munger passes away but leaves behind his advice for a good life, Red Lobster ends it’s ‘Endless Shrimp’ promotion, and we peek inside the world’s “poshest” McDonalds located in Maine. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching Hallmark Channel holiday movies “My Norwegian Holiday” and “A Merry Scottish Christmas,” and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 160Episode 160: Swiftie University, Ghost Bagging, & Hallmark Christmas Movie Season Begins
Kathleen opens the show drinking Evan Williams Egg Nog, which is her favorite Christmas drink. She reviews her Thanksgiving weekend spent with family in Missouri, betting on football with her nephews and bowling with her cousins on Black Friday. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen is thrilled to add King Snoop Dogg to the Court! Taylor Swift has announced the home streaming release of her Eras Tour concert film, and UC Berkeley is offering a Taylor Swift influence course. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Buffalo Wing Cheez-Its, Hot Cocoa Cream Oreos, and Tapatio Doritos. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on a Buffy Sainte-Marie documentary, and Banksy revealed his name in a 2003 interview, Vegas’s inaugural F1 event was a disaster. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about a boy’s discovery of a treasure trove of ancient Egyptian artifacts while digging for potatoes in the UK, and a hoard of 100,000 centuries-old coins was recently discovered in Japan. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles applauding Cracker Barrel’s $130 family holiday dinner, Napoleon’s hat sells for over $2M at a French auction, the Rolling Stones new 2024 tour is being sponsored by AARP, another a**hole dog gets adopted, In-N-Out Burger files a plan for its first Tennessee location, Mattel releases and then sells out of new Mariah Carey Barbie, Mozart’s 50-room castle is for sale, the Vatican museums open an ancient Roman necropolis to the public for the first time, “ghost bagging” is explained after an arrest at the Nashville airport, and she reviews the science behind red wine hangovers. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends listening to “A Very British Cult” podcast and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 159Episode 159: Thanksgiving Day Gambling, Atomic Haircuts, & Embracing Gen Z Vibes
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Florida Orange IPA from 3 Daughters Brewing. She talks about her weekend at The Villages and Gatorland and discusses her plans for Thanksgiving with her family in Missouri. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen is thrilled to add new King Jelly Roll to the court, and reports that Queen Dolly’s “Rockstar” movie was fantastic, Cher is promoting her holiday album, and Taylor Swift was welcomed by Brazilian Swifties by projecting her famous “Junior Jewels” t-shirt on the city’s Christ the Redeemer statue. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Herr’s Gameday Wiz Wit chips, Pringles Paprika flavored chips from Iceland, and a gator mixed meat stick. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the US’s official Panda agreement with China, Pablo Escobar’s hippos are back in the news in Colombia, Shakira reaches a deal to settle her tax fraud trial, the world’s most sought-after whiskey sells for $2.7M, “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of imported trees in Greenland that prove that Vikings arrived in North America well before Columbus, and the lost continent Argoland has been discovered hidden beneath jungles. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on invasive lizards the size of dogs roaming South Carolina, a damaged Banksy mural in Venice will be restored, Missouri’s first Buc-ee’s will open in December, Gen Z workers say they should be hired for their personality rather than productivity, Frontier Airlines’ 2024 “all-you-can-fly” GoWild pass launches, the rarest baseball card goes up to auction, we learn what tiny pockets in jeans are actually for, a “miracle” Virgin Mary statue is weeping at a church in Mexico, and former First Lady Rosalynn Carter has passed away at age 96 years. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching the Jelly Roll “Save Me” documentary on Hulu, and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 159Madigan’s Pubcast Bonus Episode: “Blood On Their Hands”: A Conversation with Mandy Matney
bonusIn 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 social media at: Instagram: @mandy_matney X: @MandyMatney Facebook: @MandyMatneyInvestigates Join Kathleen and subscribe to Mandy's True Sunlight podcast wherever you get your podcasts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 158Episode 158: Bankrupting the Vegas Sphere, Swiftie Seances, & Pizza Hut’s New Snake Pizza
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Volksbier Vienna-style lager from Wibby Brewing. She reviews her amazing weekend doing 2 sold-out shows in Denver at The Paramount, enjoying Bloody Mary’s at Sams No.3’s Hammer Bar walking through Larimer Square, and hanging out with friends Josh Blue and John Novosad backstage after her shows. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has expanded to Missouri, and her Rockstar film opens for 48 hours this week, Taylor Swift’s Vancouver ticket sales are setting records on the secondary market and her postponed Argentina show prompts the regional airline to waive change fees, and Tanya Tucker was absolutely fabulous in her CMA performance celebrating her induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Conimex Indonesian Shrimp Crisps and Boulder Canyon Kettle Chips. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the flawless vivid blue diamond selling for $44M, and the Qanon Shaman is running for Congress. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about discovery of 100K year old mammoth bones while fishing in a Russian river, and a video captures a long-lost echidna species that wasn’t seen for decades. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Pizza Hut’s new snake pizza, anti-oil protesting Children smash the glass of a rare Velazquez painting in London, a rare Titanic first-class menu offers details of life onboard, ticket prices plummet for the F1 Grand Prix in Las Vegas, another Missouri teacher is discovered to be on OnlyFans, the Las Vegas Sphere is almost bankrupt after losing $100M in its first few weeks since opening, a woman had a 700-yr-old painting over her stove for decades, Churchill’s golden toilet is stolen, and an Arizona golf course is under attack by a group of javelinas. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Escaping Twin Flames” on Netflix, and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 157Episode 157: A St. Louis Pub Crawl, Basquiat’s Selfie, & Explaining YOLO
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Busch Light and reviewing her hometown weekend playing the Stifel Theatre in St. Louis. She shares the details of a 3-day intermittent pub crawl throughout St. Louis with her cousins, stopping at McGurk’s Irish Pub, Ballpark Village, and Tucker’s Place. She loved her IMO’s bacon pizza after her sold-out show and announced that the family after-party was “epic.” QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Dolly Parton’s new HeartSong resort lodge has opened in Tennessee and her Rockstar album is being released November 17th, Queen Taylor Swift is preparing for her South American tour, Tanya Tucker is performing at the CMA’s, and Cher is promoting her “Christmas” holiday album. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Gooey Butter Cake from Schnuck’s grocery, given to her by her friend Courtney from The Courtney Show in STL. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the “Crazy Plane Lady” admitting she had a meltdown, Mark Zuckerberg’s MMA training, and WeWork files for bankruptcy. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of the San Jose shipwreck off the coast of Colombia, and the lost continent Argoland has been discovered hidden beneath jungles in Southeast Asia. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the sale of Basquiat’s self-portrait, Sam Bankman-Fried’s guilty verdict, an endangered bison has been spotted in Thailand, a passenger chases a plane on the tarmac after a missed flight, the 4th oldest nautical chart sold at auction, Michelangelo’s secret drawing room in Florence opens to the public, Dunkin’ Donuts is offering free donuts for the rest of the year, Goldie Hawn says she was touched by aliens, scientists are studying a 116-yr-old woman to develop cures for diseases, a rare spotted deer was born at the Chester Zoo, and an off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot says he took magic mushrooms before trying to shut down airplane engines mid-flight. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “NYAD” on Netlix, and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 156Episode 156: UFC + Bud Light, Meeting Mattress Mack & Dolly’s Rockstar Movie Announcement
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Neato Bandito from Deep Ellum Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend in Texas performing in Fort Worth and Houston. She watched a longhorn cattle drive at the Fort Worth Stockyards ate at Riscky’s Steakhouse and the Original Ninfa’s, and had the opportunity to meet Mattress Mack at his original Gallery Furniture location in Houston. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Dolly Parton has announced a global first-listen fan event for her Rockstar album in theatres Nov 15th and also teaming up with Cracker Barrel on a Rockstar release. Tanya Tucker has finally been inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, and Taylor Swift’s “1989 – Taylor’s Version” album’s release will be the biggest release of 2023. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Lonestar Popcorn, Rudy’s Original Texas BBQ Sauce, Uncle Dave’s Kettle Korn, and Limited Edition Red Velvet Oreo Cookies. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Mattress Mack’s 2023 World Series bet, banks backing Elon’s Twitter purchase expect to lost $2B on the deal, and FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried completely cracks on the stand. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of Noah’s Ark in Turkey, and ancient face carvings are exposed as Amazon water level drops to record lows. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Christine McVie’s estate and Pat Benatar selling their music catalogs, UFC contracts a sponsorship deal with Bud Light, United Airlines implements a new boarding process, Sears reopens a single store in a California mall, Travis Kelce releases new KC style bbq meals at Walmart, Annika Sorenstam is the newest member at Augusta National, and a CBC investigation says Canadian folk icon Buffy Sainte-Marie has falsely claimed her native identity. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching the Fifth Estate’s episode investigating Buffy Sainte-Marie, and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 155Episode 155: Pickleball Violence, Taco Bell’s New Nuggets & Bidding Farewell to the National Pandas
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Brunch Crunch Blonde Ale from Mully’s Brewery in Frederick, MD. She reviews her weekend doing shows in Virginia Beach and Washington DC, eating at the Old Ebbitt Grill, and taking the opportunity to see the Giant Pandas at the National Zoo in DC before they return to China later this year. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Cher has released her first-holiday album entitled “Christmas,” Queen Dolly Parton has released the latest single “Wrecking Ball” from her Rockstar album, and Queen Taylor Swift attended another Chief’s home game (against the Chargers) as she prepares for the “Taylor’s Version” release of her 1989 album on October 27th. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Berger Cookies from Baltimore, Albanese “World’s Best” gummy bears, and Not Joe Mama’s Sauce. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the National Zoo’s giant pandas returning to China in December 2023, and Banksy’s street art appeared in Gaza last weekend amidst the Israeli conflict with the Palestinians. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of 600-year-old floorboards believed to have been walked by Shakespeare when a UK theatre is renovated, and a pair of 9,500-year-old sandals are found in a Spanish bat cave. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on recent issues of violence involving Pickleball players, a 17-carat “Bleu Royal” vivid blue diamond could fetch $50M at Sotheby’s, Queen Elizabeth’s 100K mile Range Rover is heading to auction, Taco Bell has released their new chicken nuggets in the Twin Cities, a single bottle of the most sought-after Scotch whiskey called the Macallan Adami 1926 has been released in Europe, she reviews the reasons why the US kept Daylight Saving Time, Spirit Airlines has agreed to pay over $8M in a class-action lawsuit involving “surprise” baggage fees, a one-in-100-million catch “cotton candy lobster” was pulled out of a pot in Maine, Target and Walmart are turning away from self-checkout, and a Minnesota man has pleaded guilty to stealing ‘The Wizard of Oz’ ruby slippers from the Judy Garland Museum. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 154Episode 154: KC vs Carolina BBQ, Buc-ee’s Dirty Bird, & Colorado Captures Bigfoot
Kathleen opens the show drinking a shot of Stone Breaker Cinnamon Irish Whiskey from Restless Spirits in Kansas City. She talks about her weekends in Richmond and Charlotte, and then Des Moines and Kansas City, eating BBQ at two of her favorite places: Mac’s Speed Shop in Charlotte and Joe’s Kansas City BBQ, and visiting her friends at Raygun in Des Moines before stopping by Fong’s Pizza for a beer. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Taylor Swift’s “Era’s Tour” film opened to almost $125M in box office sales globally last weekend, and Queen Dolly Parton has announced that she will perform at the Dallas Cowboys’ Thanksgiving Day Halftime show. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples “Night of the Living” BBQ sauce from Joe’s KC, Reese’s Dipped Peanut Butter Animal Crackers, and Sterzing’s Potato Chips. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the auction results from the “Infinite Blue” diamond, Netlix plans to open brick-and-mortar stores, and more drama occurs around Spirit Airlines when a half-naked woman walks through one of their Florida airport terminals. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a 1981 DeLorean in a Wisconsin barn, and a painting valued at $15K turned out to be a Rembrandt. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Mattress Mack’s $50K donation towards Mary Lou Retton’s medical costs and his potential $43M gambling payout if the Astros win the World Series, the latest video release capturing Bigfoot walking near a train in Colorado, Britney Spears flees to a private island amidst scrutiny from her forthcoming biography release, a farmer protecting chickens captures a creature believed to be extinct for 130 yrs, a Mexican cartel member murders his box by mistake in a raid, a Buc-ee’s cofounder’s son is charged with secretly recording guests, three Scottish islands have gone up for sale, a UK university will offer a Masters Degree in Magic and the Occult, WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “The Gilded Age” on HBO, and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 153Episode 153: Queen Stevie’s Barbie, The Vegas Sphere Opens, & Taylor Gets the Green Light
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Bud Light Seltzer. She reviews her birthday weekend in NYC, drinking Guinness with friends at multiple Irish pubs and attending Stevie Nicks’ concert at Madison Square Garden. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Cher has hired 4 men to kidnap her troubled son Elijah Blue, Mattel is releasing a Stevie Nicks Barbie doll, Dolly’s new rock song “What’s Going On” is released with Linda Perry, “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Garlic Parmesan Pop Daddy Pretzels, and Dinosaur BBQ Sauce. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Sam-Bankman-Fried’s issue of millions to pay Tom Brady for “consulting,”, Shakira’s tax issues continue, Britney Spears experiences fallout after she dances with knives in an Instagram post, and the Wienermobile returns. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a Viking burial trove in Norway, and Christie’s will offer a rare Monet Water Lily painting for $65M. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the futuristic vehicles set to take to the skies at the Paris Olympics, an alligator missing the top half of its jaw is adopted by Gatorland, theater tickets from the night Lincoln was assassinated sold for $262K, the Halloween movie murder house is for sale, a 250-lb ancient Japanese Buddha sculpture is stolen from an LA gallery, the most expensive book sales in the world take place at Christie’s auction house, Tupac’s murder is solved after 27 years, Las Vegas’s Sphere debuts with U2, a German museum employee has been caught swapping original paintings with fakes, and a woman is rescued from an outhouse toilet after trying to retrieve her Apple watch. LYRICAL BREAKDOWN: Kathleen compares the lyrical breakdown Talking Heads “Psycho Killer” and Taylor Swift’s “Lavender Haze.” WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “The Gilded Age” on HBO, and watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 152Episode 152: Throwing the First Pitch, The Wienermobile Returns, & Taylor and The Tight End
Kathleen opens the show drinking a CarmelCrisp Caramel Popcorn Ale from Revolution Brewing. She reviews her weekend in Eau Claire and Madison WI, and Chicago, enjoying cheese curds and bratwurst bloody mary’s with her cousins between sold-out shows. She was absolutely thrilled to have the opportunity to throw out the first pitch at the Chicago Cubs’ game against the Rockies, and lead the crowd singing the 7th Inning Stretch at Wrigley Field. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Taylor Swift fueled rumors that she’s dating Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce when she attended his home game last weekend, and she ALSO mobilized 35,000 new young people to register to vote in a single Instagram post. Queen Stevie Nicks has announced initial dates on her 2024 North American tour. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Garrett Popcorn, Ole Salty’s kettle chips, and Silver Spring Beer N Brat Mustard. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on FTX’s lawsuit against Sam Bankman-Fried’s parents, and the MGM hackers are revealed to be US-based teenagers. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of the world’s oldest time capsule in a Polish church, and a Norwegian man encounters the “gold find of the century” with his new metal detector. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Katy Perry’s sale of her entire catalogue to Litmus Music for $225M, tragedy strikes at the Bellagio during F1 construction, the first-ever Bob Ross “Joy of Painting” work sells for $9.8M, Joann Fabrics could enter bankruptcy, Rite Aid plans to close hundreds of stores, there’s an Airbnb apocalypse occurring in NYC, Amtrak is poised to lose monopoly as Brightline’s bullet train readies in Florida, a rare Depression-era $10K bill sells at auction, and Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter take a break from hospice to attend a Peanut Festival parade. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 151Episode 151: Vegas Gets Hacked, A Red Wine River, & The Takeover of Twinkies
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Quickbeer Pilsner from Rusty Rail Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend of sold-out shows in Hershey, Pittsburgh, and Cleveland, visiting Troegs Brewery and the Hershey Story Museum in Hershey, eating her favorite Primanti Bros Bar in Pittsburgh, and visiting the A Christmas Story House in Cleveland. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Taylor Swift makes history at the 2023 VMAs, and Queen Dolly is expanding her Doggy Parton collection to Petco. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples a Gibble’s Red Hot chips, Pittsburgh Pretzel Rods and Weber’s Horseradish Mustard. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Anna Delvey’s rooftop fashion show, and El Chapo’s son has been extradited from Mexico. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a lithium mine on the Nevada//Oregon border. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles outlining deals on National Cheeseburger Day, another rare brown spotless giraffe has been born in Africa, a man stockpiles 75 years’ worth of incandescent light bulbs, mysterious “blue lights” flash in the sky moments before the Moroccan earthquake, a wine river flows through a Portuguese village when a distillery’s tank bursts, Smucker is buying Hostess, McDonalds is getting rid of self-serve soda machines, there’s methodology as to why you have to walk so far to your gate at airports, a resident at The Villages is arrested for trafficking illegal erectile dysfunction pills, and Rolling Stone co-founder Jann Wenner is removed from the Rock n Roll HOF board after comments in his new book. LYRICAL BREAKDOWN: Kathleen compares the lyrical breakdown of Styx’s “Mr. Roboto” and Taylor Swift’s “Mean.” WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 150Episode 150: Area 51’s Secret Airline, Disrespecting Elvis, & a Drug Lord Saves the Amazon
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Snarf Snarf Hazy IPA from Revolution Brewing and toasts the Termites with a shot of Eggo Nog Sippin Cream from Sugarlands Distilling to celebrate the 150th episode of the Pubcast. She reviews her weekend of sold-out shows in Boise and Reno, drinking beer in Boise’s “Tallest Bar” and watching a furry ride a scooter in downtown Reno. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Cher is releasing a Christmas album “Are You Spending Christmas with Me?” in time for this holiday season. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples a MFT BBQ Sauce, an Idaho Spud chocolate bar, and Tim’s Sasquatch Surprise kettle chips. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the Milwaukee bar’s Aaron Rodgers bar tab promo, the Tennessee zoo reveals the name of their rare spotless giraffe, and another victim depicted in BTK Killer drawing has been identified. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of an 82-foot-long dinosaur in a Portuguese backyard, and a ship that sank over 140 years ago is found in pristine condition off the coast of Wisconsin. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Janet Airlines flights out of Vegas to AREA 51, flamingoes blown to Tennessee and Ohio by Hurricane Idalia, a man arrested by the Coast Guard for attempting to cross the Atlantic in a hamster wheel, the Wisconsin Dells are getting a new Buc-ee’s, St. Jude’s arm is touring the US, Tom Brady has joined Delta Airlines as a strategic adviser, climate protesters glue their feet to the floor in the US Open tennis stands, a moronic tourist jumped into Elvis’s pool at Graceland, Life At Sea Cruises has announced a 3-year cruise, a cocaine warlord is saving the Amazon rainforest, and a Turkish family walks on all fours,. LYRICAL BREAKDOWN: Kathleen compares the lyrical breakdown of the B-52’s “Private Idaho” and Taylor Swift’s “Anti-Hero.” WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 149Episode 149: Burning Man Collapses, Breakfast Moonshine, & Barbie’s New Adventure Park
Kathleen opens the show drinking a shot of Eggo Nog Sippin Cream from Sugarlands Distilling in Gatlinburg TN. She reviews her holiday weekend in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, visiting the Sevierville Buc-ee’s and tasting moonshine at Ole Smoky Moonshine and Sugarlands Distilling. She went hiking and saw numerous black bears over the course of the weekend, and finished off her trip with an afternoon at Anakeesta. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Taylor Swift struck a solo deal with AMC Theatres for her Eras concert film, and Queen Dolly Parton has a hilarious excuse to turn down tea with Kate Middleton. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples a Buc-ee’s pulled pork sandwich and Buc-ee’s White Cheddar Nug’ees. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the possible cause of the Maui wildfires, a photographer has captured the Loch Ness Monster in the most exciting photos ever, Alex Murdaugh requests a new trial, “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a rare 30 million-year-old whale fossil in Alabama, and a 15 million-year-old skull of a sea creature was found on a Maryland beach. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the collapse of Burning Man after torrential rains caused flooding and road closures, Milwaukee’s Jack’s American Pub will pay bar tabs when Aaron Rodgers and the Jets lose this season, the National Zoo pandas are returning to China in December, a record-breaking 800-lb alligator is caught in Mississippi, the Infinite Blue diamond could fetch $37.5M at auction, and Mattel’s first-ever theme park is opening in Arizona in 2024. LYRICAL BREAKDOWN: Kathleen compares the lyrical breakdown of Steve Miller Band’s “Fly Like An Eagle” and Taylor Swift’s “Bad Blood.” WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video, and “How To Be A Cult Leader” on Netflix. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 148Episode 148: Dolly Parton Live, The First Spotless Giraffe, & Barnacles Solve the MH370 Mystery
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Grapefruit Seltzer from Cathead Distillery in Jackson, MS. She raves about her weekend seeing Dolly Parton live in Philadelphia MS, describing her drive into the town square as entering a Hallmark movie. She sampled grilled oysters and shrimp and went on a mini pub crawl of the local breweries. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Dolly Parton performed an AMAZING show in Philadelphia, MS over the weekend in support of her Imagination Library, and Queen Taylor Swift played 4 sold-out shows in Mexico City. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Doritos Sweet & Tangy BBQ chips, and Marie’s Roasted Garlic Aioli dip. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Anna Delvey’s upcoming NYC fashion show, Billy McFarland launches Fyre Fest II, Elon admits that Twitter X will most likely fail, MH370 could be located with the help of barnacles, “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of five 2,300-year-old gold coins in Tunisia, and an ancient forest discovered more than 600’ below the surface in a Chinese sinkhole. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the first-ever spotless giraffe born at Bright’s Zoo in East Tennessee, Germany has a mysterious wolfman, Zoom’s CEO has summoned employees back to the office because it’s “really hard” to work over Zoom, the BTK Killer’s daughter is assisting authorities in solving more Kansas murders, Subway has been acquired by Roark Capital (own Jimmy John’s and Arby’s), FEMA officials are staying at luxury hotels in Maui while supporting the Lahaina recovery, wild monkeys have been spotted around Orlando, and Lana Del Rey announces a limited 2023 US Tour. LYRICAL BREAKDOWN: Kathleen compares the lyrical breakdown of America’s “Tin Man,” and Taylor Swift’s “I Bet You Think About Me.” WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching (and rating) her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 147Episode 147: Tracking Hurriquakes, Capturing Chupacabra, & An Eiffel Tower Hangover
Kathleen 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 headlines having her hair done at a local Kansas City salon before her Arrowhead Stadium show. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Terrell’s Syracuse Style potato chips, and Ott’s Ozark Recipe BBQ Sauce (made for Silver Dollar City.) UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Mandy Matney’s forthcoming book “Blood On Their Hands,” MH370 debris is found in Madagascar, and Britney Spears has more marital drama. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a an 1,800-year-old coin at an after-school club in Germany. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on frequent fliers boycotting Southwest’s new boarding change, the “Restaurant of Mistaken Orders” in Japan known for employing dementia patients, a huge backlog of 200 ships are stuck at the entrance of the Panama Canal, two drunk tourists are trapped overnight in the Eiffel Tower, and a man jumps off the top of the Mandarin Oriental in NYC and is split in half. LYRICAL BREAKDOWN: Kathleen compares the lyrical breakdown of Toto’s “Africa” to Taylor Swift’s “ Karma.” WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video.ng See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 146Episode 146: Tracking JAWS On Cape Cod, Violent Otters, & The Worst US State to Retire In
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Mindbender American Pale Ale from Cape Cod Beer. She reviews her weekend in Cape Cod playing a sold-out show at the Cape Cod Melody Tent, starting her time at the end of the Cape in Provincetown seeing Miss Richfield 1981’s show, and eating lobster rolls at the famous Lobster Pot. She finished her trip with a day at Martha’s Vineyard, visiting the famous Jaws bridge. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Taylor Swift has been deemed a hero to the US Food Bank system, “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Wise UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on WeWork’s plummeting stock and inevitable bankruptcy, a US judge sends FTX’s Sam Bankman-Fried to jail over witness tampering, and 100 employees at BetterUp have been laid off while Prince Harry collects his seven-figure “ambassador” salary. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a 300K-year-old skull linked to the extinct Denisovan species and a new creature with 20 arms has been found lurking in the Antarctic sea. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles about Colorado getting its first Buc-ee’s, Zuckerberg dismisses Elon for avoiding a cage fight, a newly identified pack of endangered gray wolves are roaming in Sierra Nevada, the Milwaukee Brewers could move to another city after the 2023 season, a woman is attached by a vicious river otter in Montana, the number 1 worst US state to retire in, an Appalachian farmer who lives off the grid is looking for a wife, and short-term rentals such as Airbnb Dream are becoming harder to make profitable. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Painkiller” on Netflix, and her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 145Episode 145: The Lucha Libre Serial Killer, Waving Chinese Sun Bears, & the Largest Search for the Loch Ness Monster
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Golden State Cider from Sonoma Cider, sharing what she’s done during her time off at home including kayaking in her Paddle North kayak and making Taylor Swift friendship bracelets for her nieces. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Taylor Swift’s 2023 US Eras Tour has concluded in LA and 2nd Harvest Food Bank has announced that she has donated enough funds to supply 75,000 meals in their Bay Area and Denver metro area food banks. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Melinda’s Pizza Hot Sauce, Pringles Enchilada Adobada, and Crunchmaster Avocado Toast crackers. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the Overstock.com take-over of Bed Bath & Beyond, Oregon ends the statewide ban on self-serve gas, January 6th traitor known as the “Rally Runner” is indicted by Feds, “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a winged Medusa mosaic in Spain, Serbian coal miners uncover a Roman ship, and a spectacular Samson mosaic is unearthed in Galilee. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles about the largest search for the Loch Ness Monster since the 1970’s, a man thrusts his flag pole through another man’s head at an Oklahoma Sonic Drive-In, a Chinese zoo denies that its Sun Bears are people in costume, the US’s incandescent light bulb ban is going into effect August 1st, the World’s Oldest Man Jose Gomes dies at age 127, a drunk passenger on Delta airlines was served 11 drinks and assaulted a teen, and a mystery buyer just purchased a California ghost town for $22.5M. LYRICAL BREAKDOWN: Kathleen breaks down the lyrics to Taylor Swift’s “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” and “Blinded By The Light” by Manfred Mann’s Earth Band. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Lady of Silence: The Mataviejitas Murders” on Netflix, and her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 144Episode 144: Explaining Ghostlighting, Combusting Cacti, & Crowning Buc-ee’s Brisket
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Laughing Guy Lager from Nashville’s Tennessee Brew Works. She reviews her week home in Nashville, eating Nashville hot chicken at Party Fowl and spending a weekend morning at the Nashville Farmer’s Market. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Taylor Swift gifted dozens of Eras tour truck drivers a $100K raise, and Swifties caused record-breaking seismic activity during her Seattle shows. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Snyder’s Nashville Hot Chicken Pieces, and Kraft Mayo Buffalo Style Dressing. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the arrest of the Kansas City Chiefs Chiefsaholic bank robber, Klimt’s “Lady With A Fan” painting auctions for a record price, and Zuckerberg has lost $40B on his metaverse. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of ruins believed to be Nero’s theater near the Vatican. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles about Taylor Swift fans applying for jobs at Eras show venues when they couldn’t get tour tickets, Adidas is releasing a 2nd batch of unsold Yeezy sneakers after their breakup with Ye, Ellen Burstyn returns to the Exorcist franchise 50 years after the original film is released, rare Apple sneakers hit the auction block for $50K, Buc-ee’s brisket is awarded a gold medal from Food & Wine magazine, Phoenix’s record heat is killing the cacti, Cleopatra’s tomb is the new luxe expedition for tourists in Egypt, “ghostlighting” is the sadistic new dating trend, the aviation industry is short 32K pilots/ mechanics/ air traffic controllers and airline scheduling will be impacted for 10 years, and Tupac Shakur’s custom ring sells for a record $1M. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “The Exorcist” on Hulu, and her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 143Episode 143: Reopening Tupac’s Murder Case, Taylorgating, & Formula 1 Holds Vegas Hostage
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Cat’s Meow New England IPA from Exhibit ‘A’ Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend in New Hampshire, playing a sold-out show at Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom and eating steamers with her friend and opening act, Michael Somerville. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Dolly has released the first single “We Are the Champions/We Will Rock You” from her rock album “Rockstar,” Cher broke the internet announcing her “Cherlato” gelato concept, Queen Stevie Nicks is involved in rumors that Fleetwood Mac could reunite with Lindsey Buckingham for one last tour, and Levi’s Stadium bans “Taylorgating” at Queen Taylor Swift’s upcoming concert weekend. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples. Flipz State Fair Churro pretzels and Utz Red Hot Potato Chips. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on charges against a Missouri man who brought a pitchfork to the Jan. 6th riot, and Tupac’s 1996 murder investigation is further investigated in a Vegas home. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of the remains of a Portuguese ship found in the Namibian desert with record gold aboard, and archaeologists have found an ancient “Entrance to the Underworld” under a church in Mexico. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles about the development of a $2B American Heartland Theme Park & Resort in Oklahoma, F1 (Formula 1) is holding Vegas hostage with the upcoming Las Vegas Grand Prix approaching, a man is rescued by a tuna boat after surviving 3 months stranded on the Pacific, a new sweet-tea inspired Alabama beer depicting Governor Kay Ivey as KFC’s Colonel Sanders and singer Lana Del Rey is spotted working as a waitress at an Alabama Waffle House. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Quarterback” on Netflix, and her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 142Episode 142 Bonus: Friendship Bracelets & Fairy Dust: Experiencing Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour In Denver
bonusIn this BONUS episode of the Pubcast, Kathleen reviews her weekend in Denver attending Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour at Mile High Stadium. She shares her experiences trading friendship bracelets with the Children, drinking a Bud Light Retro Tie Dye Seltzer, running into her friend Mandy Matney in a stadium bar line, and rushing back to her hotel for last-call martinis with her dear friends Bob, Clark, and Paddles. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 142Episode 142: Toasting TayTay’s Eras Tour, Rare Blue Dragons, & Waffle House Lottery Drama
Kathleen 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. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Beef Wellington Lay’s potato chips from Asia, and Captain Mowatt’s Dirty Mustard sauce. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Elizabeth Holmes’ prison sentence, the FAA has granted a flight certificate for a flying car, “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a blue dragon that everyone thought was extinct in Australia, and construction workers discover an “intact” marble head in Rome. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles about the capture of the Gilgo Beach serial killer, Elton John played his final show after 50 years of touring, BBC claims to reveal the voice of Banksy in a podcast, Death Valley sees record tourism despite record heat, a record-breaking Burmese python is captured in the Florida Everglades, Richard Simmons breaks his silence on his 75th birthday, Gustav Klimt’s “Lady with a Fan” painting sold for $110M USD in Europe, the price of a first-class US stamp is increasing by 3 cents, and an Alabama Waffle House server wins $10M in the lottery and drama ensues. NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS: In business news Kathleen reports that the oldest craft brewery in the US is closing after 127 years. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Lost Girls” on Netflix, and her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 141Episode 141: Self-Serve Gas, Gay Furries, & 1,000 Irish Dolly Partons
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Bud Light Crisp Apple Seltzer. She reviews her 4th of July week in Missouri, and her weekend in Atlantic City playing The Borgata, eating a sub from White House Subs, and a giant boat ride along the Boardwalk on the Atlantic with her friends. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour has announced new dates in Australia Asia and Europe, and Queen Dolly’s Irish fans set a world record when 1,000 dressed as the singer gathered in Listowel Ireland for a fundraiser. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Ruffles Honey Habanero chips, and Imo’s Sweet n Spicy Wing Sauce. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates that ground has broken on a new Ocala FL Buc-ee’s which will be the world’s largest, Anheuser-Busch denies claims that it fired 2 marketing execs responsible for the Dylan Mulvaney campaign and have launched a new “Backyard Grunts” campaign with Travis Kelce, “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a giant pizza fresco on a wall in Pompeii, and a man finds a 1930s Duesenberg car worth $1M in an abandoned garage. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles about a man who died after trying to drink all 21 cocktails on a menu in Jamaica, a new triangular-headed gecko species discovered in Vietnam, the world’s biggest cruise ship, the Icon of the Seas, has completed construction in Finland, a Baton Rouge lawyer bought $44K worth of Rally Jello Shots on the final day of the College World Series, another air-breathing predatory snakehead fish is discovered in Missouri, Oregon is ending its 72-year ban on pumping your own gas, and gay Furries initiate a hacking spree in 5 states. NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS: Kathleen reports that Overstock.com is rebranding to Bed Bath & Beyond (online), and United Airlines unveils the real reason behind their recent US flight cancelations. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 140Episode 140: Taylor Swift Amnesia, Bed Bath & Pickleball, & The Meaning of Life In Five Words
Kathleen 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 not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Old El Paso Zesty Ranch Fiesta Twists and California Pizza Kitchen BBQ Ranch Dressing. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the demise of the Titanic Submersible, and Taco Bell is bringing. Back its Volcano menu for Summer 2023. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of Rubens’ Saint Sebastian Tended By Two Angels painting in Missouri, the ancient Mayan city of Ocomtun was recently discovered in the jungles of Mexico, and a Turkish man chasing chickens in his basement came across the gateway to an abandoned ancient city. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles proclaiming that Gen Z’ers are habitually terrible tippers, a Belgian man faked his own death and appears at his funeral to see who would show up, Kathleen’s friend Storme Warren is tearing up TuneIn Radio as the primary host of Garth Brooks’ The Big615 station, Ireland announced its Our Living Lands pledge, and Finland teaches us The Meaning of Life in 5 Words. NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS: In business news Kathleen reports that the bankrupt Bed Bath & Beyond sites are transitioning to Pickleball facilities in many US cities, and the biggest Buc-ee’s in the country just opened outside of Dolly’s Sevierville TN. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 139Episode 139: Banksy’s Rare Exhibit, The Senate vs TikTok, & You Can’t Wrestle Bears In Missouri
Kathleen opens the show drinking a giant St. Louis Cardinals’ Budweiser tallboy and reviews her week at Lake of the Ozarks spending Father’s Day with her dad. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that many of Queen Taylor Swift’s fans report experiencing ‘amnesia’ while 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 not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Lay’s BLT Sandwich chips, Smartfood Doritos Cool Ranch flavored popcorn, and Kraft Buffalo Mayo. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Anna Delvey’s podcast, the “environmental children” attempt to destroy a Monet painting, and Harry and Meghan’s Spotify deal ends abruptly. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a Bronze Age sword in Germany, and 1 million pennies potentially worth millions were found in a California crawl space. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Los Angeles Country Club hosting the 2023 US Open, a climber who was stranded on Mt. Everest refuses to pay the sherpa who rescued her, the Titanic tourist sub goes missing with five people onboard and could be stuck beneath the ship’s wreckage, US Senators are calling on TikTok’s CEO to come clean on US user data, AT&T tells 60K managers to return to the office, Missouri police warn the public that it's “illegal to wrestle bears,” Banksy’s first exhibit in decades opens in Scotland, and the Mississippi man known as ‘Case 1’ (the first man to be diagnosed with Autism) has died at age 89. NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS: In business news, Kathleen reports that the CEO of the Titanic tourist expedition company OceanGate Expeditions, Stockton Rush, is onboard the missing sub craft. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 138Episode 138: Surviving The Amazon, Thrift Store Shockers, & An Indigenous Witch Encounter
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Michelob Golden Light draft lager. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Dolly Parton has set a new Guinness World Record, Taylor Swift has finally broken up with Matty Healy, and Tanya Tucker sold out 2 shows at the Grand Ole Opry to promote the release of her latest album “Sweet Western Sound.” “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Doritos Hot Mustard chips and Tessemae’s Habanero Ranch dressing. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Pablo Escobar’s cocaine hippos, and LIV Golf vs the PGA Tour, “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a Stone Age dagger unearthed by a Norwegian girl, evidence of a creature larger than an elephant washes up in California, a woman buys a Picasso in a thrift store for $6, and a Ming Dynasty box is found in an attic and sells for $350K. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Duggar-affiliated Christian organization IBLP, Carnival Cruise line’s recent Nightmare cruise out of Charleston SC, 4 children missing for 40 days are found alive in the Amazon jungle, a Carnival cruise ship endures 11-straight hours of pure hell off the coast of Charleston, and a Canadian nurse captured “witches” eating a deer carcass on her trail cam. NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS: In business news, Walgreens unveils a Chicago store with only 2 aisles and most products kept out of sight. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets” on Amazon, and her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 137Episode 137: Confirming The Zodiac Killer, Free Lighthouses, & Potential Sainthood Unearthed in Missouri
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Sunny Cat lager from 2nd Shift Brewing in St. Louis. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Tanya Tucker made history by performing on horseback on the Grand Ole Opry stage, Dolly has set a new Guinness World Record, and Taylor Swift concerts continue to break hotel revenue records aligned with the Eras tour. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Old Vienna Red Hot Riplets, and Carmel Cold Brew M&M’s. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on fake heiress Anna Delvey’s latest reinvention, Elizabeth Holmes’ daily Texas prison schedule, and the founder of the Oath Keepers is sentenced for his involvement in the Capitol riots. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of Europe’s “Lost City of Atlantis”, archaeologists discover a lost world of 417 ancient Mayan cities in a Guatemalan jungle, and scientists in Argentina discover a new dinosaur species that is one of the largest in history. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on 2 rare and unknown Rembrandt portraits discovered in a private collection, the US government is giving away 6 lighthouses for free, the FBI has identified an Air Force vet as the Zodiac Killer, a nun’s body is intact four years after death in a Missouri monastery, the second wolverine in over a century has been spotted in California, and there may be a serial killer on the loose in Portland OR. NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS: In business news, Kathleen reports on Bed Bath & Beyond’s final dissolution, and Jenny Craig tells employees that it is shutting its doors for good. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets” on Amazon, and the new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 136Episode 136: Getting Zombied, Rolling With Jelly Roll, & Snoop Dog’s Bid For the NHL
Kathleen opens the show drinking a DUVAL Light beer from Jacksonville’s Bold City Brewery. She reviews her weekend doing sold-out shows in Ponte Vedra FL and Charleston SC, which are two of her favorite cities. She loves to play golf at TPC Sawgrass and Kiawah and loved eating oysters at Amen Street Raw Bar and practicing her short game hitting golf balls at the Sawgrass Marriott’s sports bar. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Taylor Swift caused Nashville to shut down over the weekend while doing shows, Queen Cher has broken up with her 37-year-old boyfriend, “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Mini Cheetos Balls, Lowcountry Kettle Spicy Pimento Cheese chips, and Charleston Spicy Whiskey Hot Sauce. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Freya the Walrus’s memorial sculpture, the largest Buc-ee’s in the country is about to open in Sevierville TN, and a billionaire buys Jeffrey Epstein’s private island. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of an ancient underwater temple found off the coast of Naples. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on one of her favorite singers Jelly Roll’s food truck business in Nashville (which only hires felons), the difference in getting “zombied” vs“ghosted” when dating, Warren Buffett’s recommended diet, an ancient Egyptian mummified head is for sale for $20K, Lyft’s CEO has told employees that they must return to the office, legendary showbiz haunt the Friars Club is for sale, NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS: In business news, Kathleen reports that Snoop Dogg has joined Neko Spark’s Group bidding for ownership of the NHL’s Ottawa Senators, Olive Garden owner Darden Restaurants has purchased Ruth’s Chris for $715M, and Nordstrom is the latest retailer to leave downtown San Francisco. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 135Episode 135: Taylor Swift’s Philanthropy, Defending Opossums, & The Curse of The Titanic
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Destin Ale from Destin Brewery. She reviews her weekend on the Florida Panhandle, doing a sold-out show in Niceville and meeting her new possum friend “Roman” backstage. She had shrimp and fresh fish at LuLu’s in Destin and took a beach walk before a massive storm rolled in. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen officially introduces new queens Taylor Swift, whom she inducts for “the Children” Termites and because of her amazing philanthropic work, as well as “pocket” Anita Baker (because she’s simply AWESOME) to the Court. She reports that Tanya Tucker and Stevie Nicks are still supporting their respective summer tours, and Cher has broken up with her boyfriend. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples French’s Potato Sticks, Heath Riles Garlic Jalapeno Rub, and Original Small Batch Hot Sauce from the Sealey Sauce Company in Mobile AL. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Coachella, Ralphie the Demon Dog is excelling with his new owner, and the “Cocaine Cat” is recovering at the Cincinnati Zoo. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of the largest Viking treasure hoard in Denmark in 50 years, and archaeologists uncover the first known sculptures of human figures linked to the myth of Atlantis. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on how to apply for compensation in the Facebook privacy settlement, theories that the Titanic may have been cursed before it set sail, an extinct lion has been spotted in a National Park in Chad, climate change protesters smear paint on a sculpture at the National Gallery, a Scottish island is offered for $190K, $15M in gold is stolen in a Toronto Airport heist, and we learn everything about opossums. NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS: In business news, Kathleen reports that Target is rolling out a new perk for loyal shoppers, and Big Lots and The Container Store are taking Bed Bath & Beyond coupons. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Vikings Valhalla” on Netflix, and her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 134Episode 134: France vs The Champagne of Beers, Austin’s Serial Killer & Remembering Dame Edna
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Bull Durham Light Ale from the Bull Durham Brewing Company. She reviews her fun weekend in Durham performing 2 sold-out shows at the Carolina Theatre, and eating her favorite Carolina vinegar-based BBQ at The Original Q Shack. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen reports that Queen Tanya Tucker has released a new single “Kindness,” and Record Store Day’s 2023 releases include Queen Dolly’s “Monument Singles Collection” and Stevie’s “Bella Donna Live 1981.” She announces that Taylor Swift will be joining the court. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Carolina Kettle Down East BBQ chips and Mac’s Speed Shop Carolina BBQ Sauce. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Taylor Swift’s position on FTX sponsorship, Bud Light’s marketing exec takes a leave of absence, and Meta’s Hunger Games, “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a new Bible chapter containing hidden verses over 1,500 years old. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the passing of her favorite drag queen Dame Edna, alligators have been spotted in West Tennessee, Miller High Life leaves French producers frothing, mystery mounts as Texas cattle turn up dead with tongues removed, Austin could possibly have a serial killer, Celebrity Cruises improperly stored a dead body in a ship’s food cooler, and a Spanish woman spent 500 days alone in a cave alone as part of a scientific study. NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS: In business news, Kathleen reports that REI is abandoning its Portland OR location, David’s Bridal files for bankruptcy, and Ikea stores are expanding to 17 new US locations. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Waco: The Aftermath” on Showtime, and her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 133Episode 133: Spotting Croczilla, The Most Expensive Grilled Cheese, & the Rise and Fall of Tupperware
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Bud Light from her hometown St. Louis Anheuser Busch Brewery. She reviews her weekend in St. Louis celebrating her cousin’s wedding, hiding from a tornado with friends and family, and eating one of her favorite local foods, Sugarfire Smoke House, for the reception dinner. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen has no Queen news to report this week. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Durkee Famous Sauce, a Hershey’s White Crème Popping Candy bar, and Herr’s Baby Back Rib chips. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on the Texas mystery animal, Fyre Festival 2, and Elizabeth Holmes’ has a date report to prison. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a 1,500 year old underground mosaic tunnel in Turkey, and a rare “diamond within a diamond” named “Beating Heart” is unearthed in India. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the infamous “Croczilla” spotted in the Everglades, the world’s most expensive grilled cheese sandwich available at Serendipity 3 in NYC, reviews the 2023 Coachella lineup, the rise and fall of the Tupperware brand, feral donkeys are used to fight off wolves in Colorado, Sour Patch Kids and Skittles could be banned in California, NPR quits Twitter, Montana approves a full ban of TikTok, and reviews the world’s happiest countries for 2023. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Tupperware!“ on Amazon Prime, and her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 132Episode 132: Canada’s First Dire Wolf, The Lost Colony of Roanoke, & A Mystery Animal Invades South Texas
Kathleen opens the show drinking a No Jacket Required Czech Style Pilsner from the Savannah River Brewing Co. She reviews her week in Augusta at The Masters, sampling her favorite egg salad sandwich on the planet and walking the course at Augusta National. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen shares news that Queen Stevie has cancelled a few shows due to illness in the band, and Queen Cher is selling her Malibu mansion for $85M. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Masters BBQ Kettle chips, Herr’s Old Bay Potato Chips, and Flamin’ Hot Cool Ranch Doritos. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on a recent citing of Scientology leader David Miscavige, the militant turkeys have returned to Massachusetts, Bed Bath & Beyond gets a major cash infusion, Pablo Escobar’s cocaine hippos are quoted a relocation cost. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of new clues to the Lost Colony of Roanoke mystery, and a dusty painting hidden behind a door turns out to be a Brueghel masterpiece. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on a new Millennial fraudster emerging in Chicago, a mystery animal captured on film in Texas, a new study advises that pink Peeps contain an additive linked to cancer, a cobra is found in a South African airplane cockpit, Foot Locker unveils its new “Lace-Up” corporate concept, a Polish fantasist pretends to be Madeleine McCann, and proof emerges that Dire wolves lived in Canada during the Ice Age. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 131Episode 131: Celebrating Masters Week, Cracker Barrel Sangria, & Visiting the Holy Toe
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Narragansett Famous Lager from Narragansett Brewing Company in Pawtucket, RI. She reviews all of the fun she had in Boston while in town for sold-out shows, drinking Guinness at The Black Rose to celebrate the Red Sox’ Opening Day, and eating as much clam chowder as possible. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen shares the news that Queen Tanya Tucker is part of the 2023 class of musicians being inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Cape Cod Waves Jalapeno Ranch chips, New England Marshmallow Fluff, Port City Tasty Ranch Dill Pretzels, and Ah-So Chinese BBQ Sauce. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Ralphie the Demon Dog, Tennessee’s proposed Drag Show ban, Carol Baskin is relocating her Big Cat Rescue to the Ozarks, the Bulgarian Cryptoqueen has resurfaced, and Kansas City Chiefs superfan Chiefsaholic removes his ankle monitor to avoid prosecution. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a long-lost ship in Lake Huron, and brothers discover a priceless Rembrandt under their ping pong table. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on St. Louis’s Holy Toe, the latest Vogue cover model is a 106-yr-old Pilipino tattoo artist, McDonald’s Canada is opening adult-only playgrounds in select restaurant locations, footage of the last remaining red wolves surfaces, Cracker Barrel becomes the latest company to flee Portland, and an ancient beaver species has been discovered by the University of Texas and is named Buc-ee. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video, and Yellowjackets on Paramount Plus. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 130Episode 130: Wisconsin’s Mythical Hodag, Hunting A Cryptoqueen, & The Duke’s Peacock Ranch Sells
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Hodag Beer from Northwoods Brewing Corp. She shares the tale of the Hodag, a mythical creature prominent in early Paul Bunyan stories, and then reviews her weekend in Milwaukee and Wausau which included sold-out shows at The Pabst and The Grand, touring the Pabst Mansion, and eating brats at the Milwaukee Brat House. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen shares news that Queen Dolly’s new duet with Miley Cyrus, “Rainbowland” has been temporarily removed from Waukesha’s First grade curriculum because they find the message of acceptance “too controversial.” “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Old Dutch Spicy Dill Pickle chips, Wisconsin’s Silver Springs Horseradish Sauce, and Flip Whip Creamy Ranch. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Ralphie the Demon dog and his new Instagram account, Mattress Mac’s 2023 Astros World Series bet, Planet Fitness attempts to assume retail space from Bed Bath & Beyond, “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a 400-year-old painting behind a renovated UK kitchen wall, and a 17th Century gold ring worth $12K is discovered by a teacher in his garden. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the pending sale of John Wayne’s Peacock Ranch in California, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey sends Educational funds to a water park project, Tiger King Joe Exotic has announced that he’s running for President, California moves forward with plans for a LA to Vegas high-speed train, missing cryptoqueen Ruja Ignatova found alive, we find out what happened to Quiznos, and a previously unknown Pollock painting worth $45M is discovered in a raid. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video, and listening to The Missing Crypto Queen podcast from BBC Sounds. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 129Episode 129: Loch Ness’s Two Monsters, Elvis’s Graceland, & More MH370 Theories
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Standard Prairie Ale from Prairie Artisan Ales in Oklahoma and Elvis Whiskey from Memphis. She reviews her weekend doing shows in Red Bank NJ and Huntington NY, and then her St., Patrick’s Day weekend playing a show in Memphis at Graceland. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen shares news that Queen Tanya Tucker rejected Elvis Presley’s advances in her teens because her father wouldn’t allow them to date. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Central BBQ Spicy Vinegar Sauce, and No Man’s Land beef jerky. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Elon Musk’s new Snailbrook development outside of Austin, and Virginia has been awarded its state’s first Buc-ee’s. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of Odin of Valhalla’s gold swastika medallion in Denmark, and a hiker finds a hoard of Roman coins in the Swiss Alps. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Hidden Valley Ranch-flavored ice cream coming to Walmart, the “Downton Abbey” castle halts weddings due to Brexit, a wild cat was found in Cincinnati with cocaine in its system, a 5,000-mile-wide blob of tourist-killing seaweed is headed for Florida, Tuesday Morning is closing half of its stores after an initial bankruptcy filing, the reasons for the decline in popularity of The Gap, Buffalo Wild Wings are sued over boneless wings, and an Irish hunter believes there are two monsters in Loch Ness. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video, and Elvis’s ’68 Comback Special on YouTube. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 128Episode 128: Mardi Gras Zulu Coconuts, Cocaine Hippos, & The Hotel That Beanie Babies Emptied
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Beignet Au Lait Blonde Ale from Faubourg Brewing Company in New Orleans. She reviews her fun weekend in New Orleans, touring St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, buying art in Jackson Square, eating gumbo at the Oceana Grill, and a sold-out show at the Joy Theater. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen shares Mardi Gras beads with the Court, and advises that Queen Tanya Tucker helped Wynonna close The Judd’s final weekend of touring. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Zapp’s Evil Eye kettle chips, Elmer’s New Orleans CheeWees, and Swamp Dragon Bourbon Hot Sauce. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Pablo Escobar’s cocaine hippos, and Ralphie the Jerk Frenchie’s training progress. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a new Moai statue on Easter Island, a rare Jurassic-era bug is found at an Arkansas Walmart, mysterious 60-foot dragon bones are uncovered in China, and an 1869 shipwreck is found in Lake Superior. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the history of New Orleans’ Krewe of Zulu and their lucky Mardi Gras coconuts, the last surviving original member of Lynyrd Skynyrd dies at age 71, a new report finds that only 50% of murders are solved., Prince Harry broadcasts a live session with a trauma expert, the governor of Tennessee signs a historic bill restricting drag shows, Adidas has $500M worth of Kanye sneakers and no good options, and the Beanie Baby founder is holding a legendary California hotel “hostage.” WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 127Episode 127: Celebrating Girl Scout Cookie Season, The Mexican President’s Elf, & Winding Down Party City
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Captain Fatty’s Beach Beer Lager from Captain Fatty’s Brewery in California. She reviews her weekend in LA, sharing the details of being on The Kelly Clarkson Show, Access Hollywood, and a few super fun podcasts. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen shares that Queen Tanya’s documentary “The Return of Tanya Tucker” is fantastic. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples a homemade loaf of Tom Papa’s bread (given to her when she recorded an episode of his podcast “Breaking Bread With Tom Papa”), a Thin Mint Girl Scout cookie, and Kelly’s Classic BBQ-flavored Rob’s Backstage Popcorn. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Elizabeth Holmes’ new baby, Sam Bankman-Fried’s issues over unclaimed political donations, and more than 800 big box retail stores like Party City are set to close in 2023. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of the SS Pacific found with $5M in treasure, and the Mexican President posted a photo on social media of what he said appeared to be a mythological woodland spirit “aluxe” similar to an elf. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on Tom Brady’s decision to attempt stand-up comedy, celebrates the return of Girl Scout Cookie season, Yoko Ono is leaving NYC after 50 years, LIV Golf’s tv debut was a ratings disaster, Joe Exotic’s abandoned Tiger King house is explored by The Urban Explorer and Carol Baskins’ missing husband holds clues associated to Costa Rica, WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video, and under no circumstances should you watch “The Strays” on Netflix. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep 126Episode 126: Mardi Gras Gumbo, Hunting Bigfoot, & Saving Ralphie The Fire-Breathing Demon Dog
Kathleen opens the show drinking a Sneaky Goat Maibock from Little Harpeth Brewery. She reviews her Saturday night show at the iconic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, thanking an amazing crowd and her friend Dusty Slay for opening the show. She shares the history of the Ryman. QUEEN NEWS: Kathleen shares that Queen Dolly has released a duet of “Jolene” accompanied by her friend Olivia Newton-John, Tanya Tucker finished the last weekend of the Judd’s Tour, and Stevie Nicks has announced more solo tour dates in 2023. “GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for delicious not-so-nutritious food, Kathleen samples Frank’s RedHot Nashville Hot Wing Sauce, White Castle Cheeseburger Castle Bites, and Peeps Pepsi. UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on David Miscaviage officially being served. “HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of a 1908 “Strap Tank” Harley Davidson in a Wisconsin barn. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS: Kathleen shares articles on the Wienermobile’s catalytic converter being stolen in Vegas, the Chicago Bears closing on a suburban property that will be home to their new stadium, thieves attempt to lift away a 10-ton Pharaonic statue with a crane, Missouri lawmakers vote against banning children from carrying guns in public, the world’s oldest near-complete Hebrew Bible goes to auction, a Japanese firm is determined to keep a “Nazi-tainted” Van Gogh, and a “fire-breathing demon” dog named Ralphie is returned numerous times to a Niagara shelter. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching her new stand-up Special “Hunting Bigfoot” on Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.