Madigan’s Pubcast

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Furries In Flight, Deadliest Roller Coaster & Grandma Fortnite Sets a Record Sep 30, 2026

Show notes

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Staghorn Octoberfest seasonal beer from New Glarus Brewing Company.

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

TASTING MENU (1:39): Kathleen samples Limited Edition Deep Fried Oreo cookies, King Bing Minnesota candy, and Limited Edition Coors Light Beer Cheese Cheez-Its.

QUEEN NEWS (20:48): Kathleen shares news that Aer Lingus is honoring Dolly Parton with a Nashville flight number, Snoop Dogg hosted the 2026 VMAs, and Taylor Swift became the most-awarded artist in MTV VMAs history, dedicating the award to Dolly.

HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (1:20:31): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

UPDATE (24:13): Kathleen updates on the latest celebration of the Wizard of Oz at Sphere, Prince Harry’s actions put his military service record in question, Elizabeth Holmes is scheduled to be released from prison to a halfway house, and Rod Stewart announces his retirement.

WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (31:00): Kathleen advises to watch Amanda Seyfried in the Elizabeth Holmes’ drama “The Dropout” on Hulu.

FABULOUS LIVING BY AMY (38:30): Kathleen and her sister-in-law Amy discuss how to do a Fall closet reset. Follow Amy on Instagram @ahdliving.

HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (55:10): Kathleen reports on a rare ghost lobster trapped in Maine, and the final resting place of Noah’s Ark has been confirmed in Turkey.

SPORTS NEWS (1:02:49): Kathleen reads about Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza’s announcement that he is starting a series called Finance with Fernando to teach GenZ’ers how to handle their finances, and former NCAA football coach and now Alabama senator Tommy Tuberville says the “deranged” Furry culture is a flight safety risk.

NEWS (1:01:07): Kathleen reports that Quantas has announced the launch date for an 18 hour flight from Sydney to NYC, a Scottish grandmother sets a Fortnite streaming record, Elton John headlines shows at London’s new Apple Music Hall, the last remaining Blockbuster store is located in Oregon, more than 100 people have suffered brain injuries after riding Six Flags’ X2 roller coaster, Delta Air Lines employees are named the best airline staff in North America by Skytrax, and 2 giant pandas have been transported from China to the Atlanta Zoo.

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:57:46): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “puedo tener un abogado” or “can I have a lawyer” in English.

PATRON SAINT OF THE WEEK (2:03:32 ): Kathleen reads about St. Pellegia the Pentinent, patron saint of actresses.

FEEL GOOD STORY (1:53:48): Kathleen reads about all of the lobsters in the famous Cape May Lobster House escaping during the recent flooding.

Dolly’s Secret Album, a Rare Spotted Cat, & the Best Dressed Pope Sep 23, 2026

Show notes

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Double Broken Heels Hazy IPA from New Trail Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend in Tarrytown ,NY and Hershey, PA.

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

TASTING MENU (0:52): Kathleen samples Pop Daddy Dill Pickle Pretzel Sticks, Utz Chesapeake Bay Crab Kettle Chips, and September Farms Caramel Puffs.

QUEEN NEWS (19:50): Kathleen shares news that Cher attended the Montcler flagship store opening, the Country Music Association will honor Dolly with a TV special, and Dolly recorded a secret 15-song album before she died.

HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (27:42): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

UPDATE (34:44): Kathleen updates on the Harkle’s issues with their VIP status involving their kids new school enrollment, Starbucks CEO announces the next stage of turnaround,

FABULOUS LIVING BY AMY (56:36): Kathleen and her sister-in-law Amy discuss a core essential concept of the perfect wardrobe capsule: footwear. Follow Amy on Instagram @ahdliving.

HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (49:06): Kathleen reports on the discovery of a Tilcayo cat in Bolivia which is the first new cat species discovered in 100 years, and archaeologists unearth footprints of a T-Rex in North Dakota.

SPORTS NEWS (40:06): Kathleen reads about LIV Golf officially filing for bankruptcy, and Roger Goodell has presented the NFL with a concept of having multiple International teams.

NEWS (1:10:10): Kathleen reports that Toys R Us is opening 120 stores with a new strategy, Atlantic City’s Steel Pier is for sale, Pope Leo XIV lands on Vanity Fair’s best dressed list, Meta agrees to a $16.7B settlement, and an American Airlines passenger is duct-taped to his plane seat after a rant.

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:40:52): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “Cuál es tu película favorita” or “what is your favorite movie?” in English.

PATRON SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:43:04): Kathleen reads about St. Martha, patron saint of women workers, servants, and cooks.

FEEL GOOD STORY (1:37:44): Kathleen reads about the philanthropy of Milton Hershey.

Episode 289: The Alamo’s Haunted Hotel Bar, Letters From Nuns & Toasting Dolly Parton International Airport Sep 16, 2026

Show notes

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking an Austin Lager from Twisted X Brewing Company in Dripping Springs, TX. She reviews her weekend in San Antonio and Austin, visiting the Alamo and having Mexican margatinis at Matt’s El Rancho.

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

TASTING MENU (1:12): Kathleen samples Herr’s Jalapeno Popper Cheese Curls, Cheez-It Chili Dog Crackers, and Cheetos Cheddar Smartfood popcorn.

QUEEN NEWS (44:19): Kathleen shares news that Nashville’s BNA Airport is being renamed after Dolly Parton,Dolly’s SongTeller Hotel is opening September 29th in Nashville, and Taylor Swift participated in an Emmy sketch with Mariska Hargitay.

HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (29:57): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

UPDATE (57:34): Kathleen updates on Elon’s underground Music City Loop in Nashville, Harry and Meghan have issues with their children’s new UK school,

FABULOUS LIVING BY AMY (1:12:17): Kathleen and her sister-in-law Amy talk about wardrobe capsules and how to build your capsule.

HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (1:30:47): Kathleen reports on the birth of a Przewalski horse for the first time in 200 years in Kazakhstan.

SPORTS NEWS (48:12): Kathleen reads about the Buffalo Bills including the Canadian national anthem to acknowledge Canadian fans before the home opener at the new Highmark Stadium.

NEWS (1:33:28): Kathleen reports that Barry Manilow has released new 2027 Vegas residency dates, the Alamo has an official cat named Bella, Oprah is set to headline the Vegas Sphere with her show “Aha,” Norway has unveiled a new Northern Lights train tour, Celine Dion begins her Paris run of shows, Apple unveils their new foldable iPhone Duo,leading AI creators are warning the need for safeguards, 4 Renoir paintings are stolen in France, and polka dot artist Yayoi Kusama dies in Tokyo.

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (2:03:51): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “qué deportes te gustan” or “what sports do you like?” in English.

PATRON SAINT OF THE WEEK (2:06:21): Kathleen reads about Saint Januarius, patron saint of blood banks and blood donors.

Episode 288: Surviving the Iowa Basics Test, Stolen PBR, & Fantasy Football Season Begins Sep 09, 2026

Show notes

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a 417 Lager from Springfield Brewing Company in Springfield, MO. She reviews her Labor Day weekend at Lake of the Ozarks hanging out with family and friends.

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

TASTING MENU (3:01): Kathleen samples Old Vienna of St. Louis Red Hot Riplets, Limited Edition Apple Pie a la Mode Oreos, and Firecracker Gummi Bears.

QUEEN NEWS (18:52): Kathleen shares news that Dolly’s favorite Northern California getaway is revealed, the University of Calgary is offering a Celebrity Culture course that includes Taylor Swift marketing, Cher gets conservatorship over son Elijah Blue, and Stevie Nicks’ younger brother Christopher passes away at age 72.

HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (28:12): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

UPDATE (42:18): Kathleen updates on Elizabeth Holmes’ upcoming “You Can See Everything” documentary, and the British Royal family takes a formal stance against Meghan & Harry.

FABULOUS LIVING BY AMY (47:21): Kathleen and her sister-in-law Amy talk about wardrobe capsules and how to maximize your wardrobe with a minimalist approach and consideration to quality over quantity.

WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (12:35): Kathleen recommends watching “Nashville” on Amazon Prime, and “Martha Cooks” on Netflix.

SPORTS NEWS (1:04:49): Kathleen reads about the Wisconsin vs Notre Dame “Catholics vs Alcoholics” tee, the 2026 best fantasy football punishments before drafting are released, the US Open tennis tournament has an Influencer problem, Wimbledon won’t credential Influencers after US Open issues, the CEO of Good Good Golf steps down, and LA Rams owner Stan Kroenke buys the LA Angels.

HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (1:24:44): Kathleen reports on Picasso painting “Torero” that was stolen from a Milwaukee gallery has been found 8 years later in a rental apartment, and a rare orange shark has been discovered off the coast of Costa Rica.

NEWS (1:27:31): Kathleen reports that only 2 countries in the world allow pharmaceutical tv ads, the Canadian mint is releasing another glow-in-the-dark coin, Gloria Steinem passes away at age 92, Australia becomes the first country to ban AI-generated music from charts, and 40,000 lbs of Pabst Blue Ribbon go missing in a California heist.

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:41:54): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “cuál es tu comida favorita, or “what is your favorite food” in English.

PATRON SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:46:30): Kathleen reads about Saint Thecla, patron saint of women’s empowerment after she fought off killer seals & lions and being burned at the stake.

FEEL GOOD STORY (1:43:31): Kathleen shares a story about Bill Greason, the first Black pitcher in St. Louis Cardinals history who served as a US Marine and is the last surviving member of the Negro Baseball League.

Episode 287: Celebrating Queen Dolly, A Year of Yes & the Mystery of Tiny Jesus Sep 02, 2026

Show notes

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Church Parking Lot Local Lager from Harding House Brewing Company in Nashville.

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

TASTING MENU (2:52): Kathleen samples Limited Edition French Onion Dip Cheez-Its, Limited Edition Lucky Charms Magical Unicorn Marshmallows, and Chicken & Waffles Oreo Cookies.

QUEEN NEWS (21:47): Kathleen shares news that Stevie Nicks joined Olivia Rodrigo onstage at Daisy Chain, and Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce purchase a lakefront home in Ohio.

DOLLY PARTON (26:24): Kathleen pays tribute to the life of Queen Dolly Parton.

HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (1:02:22): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

UPDATE (1:40:37): Kathleen updates on the theme of this year’s Met Gala, Harry and Meghan move to the UK with the help of a hedge fund billionaire and Sarah Ferguson is coming out of hiding.

FABULOUS LIVING BY AMY (1:25:47): Kathleen and her sister-in-law Amy talk about the history of Labor Day and the guidelines regarding wearing white pants and shoes after the holiday. They move on to discuss Amy’s preferred go-to Fall sweaters, ranging from affordable J. Crew and Bloomingdales varieties to mid-range Veronica Beard, Ravella, and G/Fore, and finishing with luxury Gorsuch and Lafayette 148 varieties. Amy also shares the secret on how to spot fake cashmere when choosing a sweater.

WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (22:43): Kathleen recommends watching “Nashville” on Amazon Prime, and “Martha Cooks” on Netflix.

SPORTS NEWS (1:55:19): Kathleen reads about the GoodGood Golf and Callaway PR nightmare.

HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (1:50:22): Kathleen reports on the recent report that Vikings lived in America 500 years before Columbus “discovered” it.

NEWS (1:52:35): Kathleen reports on the history behind Tiny Jesus rubber figurines.

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (2:05:10): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “cuantos hermanos tienes” or “how many siblings do you have” in English.

PATRON SAINT OF THE WEEK (2:12:12 ): Kathleen reads about St. Gregory the Great, patron saint of musicians, singers, teachers, and students.

FEEL GOOD STORY (2:07:19): Kathleen shares that Jay Leno once took at $15M pay cut so that the entire Tonight Show crew could maintain their jobs.

Episode 286: Dolly’s Imagination Library, Greedy Doritos, & Pumpkin Spice Returns Aug 26, 2026

Show notes

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking an Asbury Park Blonde Ale from Asbury Park Brewery. She reviews her weekend in Atlantic City performing at The Borgata.

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

TASTING MENU (1:52): Kathleen samples Frank’s Red Hot Spicy Gummy Bears, Herr’s Buffalo Blue Cheese flavored Cheese Curls, and Joe’s Retro Sour Cream & Toasted Onion kettle chips.

QUEEN NEWS (17:15): Kathleen shares that Martha Stewart takes over Netflix after Meghan Markle’s exit, Dolly released an exclusive interview to People regarding upcoming projects, and Taylor Swift is nominated for 5 Emmy awards.

HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (26:44): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

UPDATE (23:22): Kathleen updates on Barry Manilow’s concert tour, Nashville’s metro council successfully stops an AI data center from building near the Zoo, and Harry & Meghan relocate to the UK.

FABULOUS LIVING BY AMY (47:32): Kathleen and her sister-in-law Amy talk about 3 perfect party appetizers to create when hosting a large group, including the ultimate charcuterie board, Amy’s Artichoke Dip (which Kathleen is making on Kat’s Kitchen,) and homemade pico de gallo. Follow Amy on TikTok and Instagram for more lifestyle ideas.

WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (28:28): Kathleen recommends watching “Nashville” on Amazon Prime.

SPORTS NEWS (1:21:19): Kathleen reads about the San Francisco Giants’ new pitcher “Tugboat” Wilkinson who has started throwing an “invisiball” pitch, and “America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders” Netflix reality showhas been renewed.

HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (1:01:52): Kathleen reports on the discovery of a river otter making its first appearance in 100 years along the Bronx River.

NEWS (1:03:29): Kathleen reports that Target issues an apology for a Halloween costume listing, PepsiCo has lost over $1B since making Doritos $7 per bag, Florida’s retro Pizza Hut Classic restaurant is the busiest in the country, Columbia House is ceasing operations, Bonnaroo cancels its 2027 festival, Starbucks is releasing its 2027 Fall menu, the WNBA needs a remodel, and a new Yellowstone lawsuit claims Taylor Sheridan stole the idea from a pitch meeting.

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:33:22): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “cuándo es tu cumpleaños” or “when is your birthday” in English.

PATRON SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:28:32): Kathleen reads about St. Bernadette Soubirous, canonized after experiences numerous apparitions in her local grotto which became known as the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, attracting around five million pilgrims of all denominations each year.

FEEL GOOD STORY (1:34:42): Kathleen shares that the UK government has unveiled a $22M investment to help replace animal experiments.

Episode 285: Celebrating Black Cats, Lizzie Borden’s Playground Rhyme & The Summer of Jimothy Aug 19, 2026

Show notes

INTRO (00:24): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Busch Light Lime, which she feels is a perfect summer beer.

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

TASTING MENU (2:24): Kathleen samples Nashville Hot Cheddar Lance Crackers, Ritz Caramel Drizzled Minis, and Dinosaur Sweet & Savory BBQ Sauce.

QUEEN NEWS (28:39): Kathleen shares that Dolly Parton wasn’t able to attend the opening of Dollywood’s NightFlight Expedition, and Taylor Swift debuted a new short haircut at a friend’s wedding in London.

HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (13:56): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

FABULOUS LIVING BY AMY (38:51): Kathleen and her sister-in-law Amy review the 2 most important details needed for a successful Labor day gathering: buffet tables which can be easily found at Target and Costco, and either a Yeti or RTIC cooler.

WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (1:33:25): Kathleen recommends watching “The Billionaire Murders” on Prime Video.

HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (55:49): Kathleen reports on the discovery of a tiny golden “Pikachu” looking brushtail possum in Melbourne, and a 20-metre long Viking ship in the Avaldsnes area of Norway.

NEWS (59:39): Kathleen reports that “Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story” has a release date, Wendy’s is closing 289 stores, Josh Kushner and Bob Iger buy the Lakers, a luxury $9.1M yacht sings days after being delivered, Moya, one of the rarest lions on Earth is photographed in South Africa, Oprah is closing her school in South Africa, Home Depot launches “Christmas In July,” Anna Wintour stirs controversy over the MET Gala, and Seattle’s “Jimothy” the raccoon takes the internet by storm.

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:22:52): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “qué religión eres” or “what religion are you?” in English.

PATRON SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:28:56): Kathleen reads about feast of St. Aloysius Gonzaga, the patron saint of AIDS caregivers and young men.

FEEL GOOD STORY (1:26:55): Kathleen shares that Ridglan Farms in Wisconsin finally ends dog breeding for research, releasing the final 155 beagles into freedom.

Episode 284: New England Vibes, Gordie Howe’s Bridge & the Lifestyle Queen vs the Fake Duchess Aug 13, 2026

Show notes

INTRO (00:24): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Staycation Land Brilliant Lager from Baxter Brewing Company in Lewiston, ME.

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

TASTING MENU (2:36): Kathleen samples Cabot Creamery Firey Cheddar Popcorn, Al’s Backwoods Berrie Company Pineapple Ghost Pepper Bourbon Sauce, and Cape Cod Sweet & Spicy Jalapeno Chips.

QUEEN NEWS (11:33): Kathleen shares that Stevie Nicks is rumored to be reconciling with Lindsey Buckingham, and Meghan Markle has entered a feud with Martha Stewart.

HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (1:02:12): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

UPDATES (24:04): Kathleen reports that the Wizard of Oz’s first year at Sphere in Vegas boasted $450M in sales, and Nashville Zoo’s data center issues could be solved through an eminent domain vote.

FABULOUS LIVING BY AMY (35:02): Kathleen and her sister-in-law Amy review details to enhance a fabulous lifestyle, including her favorite summer beach hats by Eric Javits, Scala Hat Co, and San Diego Hat Co.

HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (28:33): Kathleen reports on the discovery of a 162-year-old bottle of Guinness discovered by divers in a shipwreck in the English Channel, and a Viking ship has been discovered in Norway.

NEWS (47:12): Kathleen reports that Anna Wintour is being called a bigot over her friendship with John Galliano, Barbie honors Whitney Houston with a collective doll, California bans octopus farming, Colonel Sanders’ Kentucky estate is for sale, one snakebite to the vein costs a man $1.3M, Egypt bans camel rides at the Pyramids, the Gordie Howe Bridge opens between Detroit and Canada.

SPORTS NEWS (1:13:04): Kathleen reports that Bills Mafia are voicing concerns after experiencing so many poor sight lines in the new Highmark Stadium, and a former college golfer resigns from Winghaven Country Club after faking a hole-in-one.

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:23:49): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “cuánto dinero ganas” or “how much money do you make” in English.

PATRON SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:31:30): Kathleen reads about Saint Gall, the patron saint of birds, geese, poultry, and Switzerland.

FEEL GOOD STORY (1:26:54): Kathleen shares that Mexico has set free 350 captive dolphins after banning dolphin encounters, and Kazakhstan officially began an initiative to reintroduce the Caspian Tiger species back to the Balkhash region.

Episode 283: Legislating Pet Raccoons, a Superhero Octopus & LA’s New False Prophet? Aug 05, 2026

Show notes

INTRO (00:24): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Lush IPA from Fremont Brewing Company.

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

TASTING MENU (4:04): Kathleen samples Milwaukee Pretzel Company’s “Schnibbles,” Mingua Cajun Jerky, and Doritos Hot Honey Pizza Chips.

QUEEN NEWS (13:16): Kathleen shares Dolly Parton’s funny quote about Bob Dylan and discloses that Dolly’s West Hollywood home is now a VRBO, and Martha Stewart celebrated her 85th birthday.

HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (24:11): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

UPDATES (16:33): Kathleen reports that 2 of Nancy Guthrie’s kidnapper’s ransom notes have been released, and UEFA is threatening to boycott World Cup games moving forward as a rejection of FIFA’s private equity plan.

WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (41:36): Kathleen recommends watching “The Bombing of Pan Am Flight 103” on Netflix.

HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (45:16): Kathleen reports on the discovery of Cozumel’s dwarf fox that was thought to be extinct for 20 years.

NEWS (46:11): Kathleen reports that Louis Vuitton created an $18K lobster handbag, The Tower of London is bringing back its moat after 200 years, the original Hermes Birkin bag sold at auction for $10M, the mayor of Amsterdam is advocating for legal cocaine sales, one snakebite costs a man $1.3M, Rosie the Riveter passes away at age 100, a new TN law makes it easier to own a pet raccoon, LA-based Five-Fold Church appears to be morphing into a cult, BTK killer Dennis Rader’s daughter is involved in a domestic violence injunction, and the Chicago Ducky Derby is returning August 6th 2026.

SPORTS NEWS (1:13:18): Kathleen reports that Tony Roomo faces an uphill battle to reclaim his CBS job.

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:17:46): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “tienes seguro médico?” or “do you have health insurance?” in English.

PATRON SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:28:29): Kathleen reads about the “father of monks” St. Benedict, the patron saint of architects, coppersmiths, fevers, and witchcraft.

FEEL GOOD STORY (1:20:12): Kathleen shares that an octopus in Islamorada, FL quietly liberated 30 lobsters from a charter captain’s live well, and Delta Airlines’ longest-tenured female pilot is retiring and both of her daughters were on hand to help her pilot her final flight to MSP.

Episode 282: Grocery Store Matchmaking, Drunk Kangaroos & ASU’s New Influencer Degree Jul 29, 2026

Show notes

INTRO (00:24): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Paddle Battle West Coast Pilsner from Nickel Brook Brewing Company in Burlington, ON. She reviews her weekend in Niagara Falls, walleye fishing with her friend Terri Clark and riding the Hornblower boat into the Falls prior to her show at Fallsview Casino.

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

TASTING MENU (1:16): Kathleen samples Lay’s World Cup Limited Edition Bacon Poutine chips, Kozlik’s Old Smokey Canadian Mustard, and Hostess Original Hickory Sticks.

QUEEN NEWS (22:05): Kathleen shares that Stevie Nicks posed for a picture with Tom Brady last week at Fanatics Fest.

HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (30:06): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.

UPDATES (23:18): Kathleen reports that Savannah Guthrie has released another plea video to Nancy Guthrie’s kidnappers, Cracker Barrel’s CEO has finally resigned, Japan’s Punch the Monkey celebrated his first birthday, and incoming British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has a tough decision to make that could impact the Chief Mouser.

WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (33:34): Kathleen recommends watching “Take A Chance” the ABBA documentary on Prime Video, “Michael” on Prime Video, and “JANET JACKSON” on Prime Video.

HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (50:26): Kathleen reports on the discovery of an endangered Himalayan musk deer in West Bengal.

NEWS (52:34): Kathleen reports that ASU is now offering a content creation major, Lululemon has been dethroned by Alo as the top selling athletic brand, Elton John has signed a hologram performance deal, a supermarket in Finland has introduced a matchmaking program for shoppers, Anthony Hopkins signs a classical record deal, French lawmakers adopt social media ban for kids under 15, and the last remaining iron lung patient dies at age 78.

SPORTS NEWS (1:08:26): Kathleen reports that LeBron James has signed with the Philadelphia 76’ers, and the 2026 NFL season has officially kicked off with all training camps underway.

SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:15:14): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “vienes de una familia numerosa?” or “are you from a big family” in English.

PATRON SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:21:00): Kathleen reads about St. Philomene, the patron saint of dancers and newlyweds.

FEEL GOOD STORY (1:12:25): Kathleen shares that the reclusive Wondiwoi tree kangaroo has been rediscovered in West Papua.

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