Episode 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.