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Madigan’s Pubcast

Madigan’s Pubcast

By: Kathleen Madigan
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 Comedian Kathleen Madigan opens her Pub every week to talk about everything and anything fun in her world. Light bar conversations ranging from her parents to unsolved mysteries, sports to chimpanzee documentaries.© 2020 Kathleen Madigan, All Rights Reserved Performing Arts Stand-up Shows
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  • Episode 251: "The Family Thread" Premiers, Thanksgiving Travel Pajamas & the Proven GOAT of Hangover Cures

    Episode 251: "The Family Thread" Premiers, Thanksgiving Travel Pajamas & the Proven GOAT of Hangover Cures
    Nov 26 2025
    INTRO (00:24): Kathleen opens the show drinking Jesus on a Forklift Imperial stout from Exile Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend in Des Moines and Kansas City, trying new dive bars and tailgating at the Chiefs game with her family. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.” COURT NEWS (22:10): Kathleen shares news announcing that Dolly is rolling out travel stops in Tennessee, Post Malone is gifting Thanksgiving meals to first responders, and Martha Stewart has many new recipes showcasing for the holiday season. TASTING MENU (4:10): Kathleen samples Trader Joe’s Thanksgiving Stuffing Seasoned Kettle Chips, Iowa Bourbon Pepper Beef Sticks, and Ozark Sweet and Tangy Dill Pickles. UPDATES (28:05): Kathleen shares updates on the failing Cracker Barrel CEO, Bill Belichick is spotted at his girlfriend’s cheer competition, Target hits a new rock bottom, Karen Read eyes a defamation case, FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (46:25): Kathleen shares articles on a Mattress Mack biopic, a tourist braves an E. coli-riddled river to find her phone, the US Secretary of Transportation mocks airport attire, Keith Urban sings “Pink Pony Club” at Trump’s private club, a Frida Kahlo painting smashes sales records, the city of Carmel bans pickleball, Topgolf is sold for $1B, the first Superman comic is the most expensive ever sold, Spotify is sticking with remote work, Sizzler is making a comeback, Sprite is revered as the ultimate hangover cure, airlines no longer need to pay for cancelled and delayed flights, Chili’s rolls out “Wicked” themed margaritas, & gin & tonic is the least harmful alcoholic beverage. SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:16:07): Kathleen reads about St. Arnold of Soissons, the patron saint of beer makers. WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (26:40): Kathleen recommends watching “The Beast In Me” on Netflix. FEEL GOOD STORY ( ): Kathleen shares a story about a woman who uses her retirement savings to create The Bird’s Nest, a women-only tiny home community in Texas
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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • Episode 250: Decoding Six-Seven, Teleporting Saints, & Target Mandates Employee Happiness

    Episode 250: Decoding Six-Seven, Teleporting Saints, & Target Mandates Employee Happiness
    Nov 19 2025
    INTRO (00:24): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Buddy Sprinkles Saves The Day IPA from Kent Falls Brewing Company, and reviews her weekend in Upstate New York. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.” COURT NEWS (15:11): Kathleen shares news announcing that Cher will be the musical guest on Saturday Night Live Dec 20th, Jelly Roll leaves Australia, and Post Malone will headline the Halftime show at the Dallas Cowboy’s Thanksgiving Day game. TASTING MENU (4:55): Kathleen samples O’Donnell’s Hot Honey Fusion Chips, Mi Nina Jalapeno Agave Chips, and Parlor City Jalapeno Apple Hot Sauce. UPDATES (21:51): Kathleen shares updates on Cowboys co-owner Charlotte Jones supporting Bad Bunny as the Super Bowl Halftime performer, Sarah Ferguson suffers a new blow, and the Chernobyl Blue Dogs mystery is solved. HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (29:14): Kathleen reveals that an endangered New Sea Angler bird has been spotted off the Sonoma coast. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (30:40): Kathleen shares articles on the “6 7” Gen Alpha slang, Jack White is headlining the halftime show at the Detroit Lions Thanksgiving Day game, Country Music has its first AI generated hit, Target’s new 10-4 employee policy rolls out, the last-ever penny was minted in Philadelphia, Pope Leo shares his 4 favorite movies, Starbucks announces more holiday merch, there’s been a credible Bigfoot sighting in Pennsylvania, and the quietest room on earth is revealed. SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:16:22): Kathleen reads about St. Padre Pio, patron saint of adolescents, stress relief, and civil defense volunteers. WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (18:46): Kathleen recommends watching “It’s All Her Fault” on Peacock. FEEL GOOD STORY (1:12:15): Kathleen shares a story about France becoming the first country to force supermarkets to give unsold food to the needy.
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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • Episode 249: College Football’s Biggest Drinkers, Gen-Z “Vibe-Coding", & Indy Crowns an NFL Queen

    Episode 249: College Football’s Biggest Drinkers, Gen-Z “Vibe-Coding", & Indy Crowns an NFL Queen
    Nov 12 2025
    INTRO (00:24): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Sad Panda Coffee Stout from Horse & Dragon Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend in Denver, attending Thursday Night Football and hanging out with comedian friends. TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.” COURT NEWS (18:12): Kathleen shares news announcing that Jelly Roll had issues at the Louis Vuitton store in Sydney, and Chappell Roan inducted Cyndi Lauper into the Rock Hall, TASTING MENU (2:12): Kathleen samples Trader Joe’s Garlic Butter Irish Chips, Lay’s Cajun Kettle Chips, and Spicy Dill Pickle Chips. UPDATES (22:10): Kathleen shares updates on more security issues at The Louvre, Meghan Markle is returning to acting, and a report discloses that Prince Andrew brought prostitutes to Windsor while the Queen was in residence. HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (27:14): Kathleen reveals that the 137-carat Florentine diamond that hasn’t been seen in public since 1919 has been found in a Canadian bank. FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (34:25): Kathleen shares articles on a Waymo taxi running over a celebrity cat, Toys R Us is returning in time for Christmas, Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon buys rounds for fans in Germany, researchers link personal sleep needs with a genetic mutation, Blarney Castle is hiring for the most famous job in Ireland, the world’s tallest teen becomes a Florida Gator, Wisconsin has sold $1M more beer so far this season than any other team, Denmark considers a limited social media ban, Reindeer eyes change color through seasons, and Gen Z adopts “vibe-coding.” SAINT OF THE WEEK: Kathleen reads about St. Jane Francis de Chantal, patron saint of widows, in-laws, and ‘forgotten people.” WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (32:15): Kathleen recommends watching “The Road” on Paramount +, and “John Wayne Gacy: The Devil In Disguise” on Peacock. FEEL GOOD STORY (1:09:05): Kathleen shares a story about Kansas City Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco launching cat sanctuary “Forever Paws Home.”
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    1 hr and 19 mins
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