Episode 185: New Orleans’ Horror Mansion, Flying Hippos, & Whataburger Saves Houston
INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Thunder Ann Pale Ale from Jackelope Brewing.
COURT NEWS (13:42): Kathleen shares news that Queen Stevie Nicks brought Harry Styles onstage at her London Hyde Park show, Taylor Swift finished the Italian leg of her ERAS Tour, Snoop Dogg is prepping to commentate the Paris Olympics, and Jelly Roll saved the day in Tampa by giving an impromptu concert when Morgan Wallen canceled his show at Raymond James Stadium.
TASTING MENU (0:55): Kathleen samples Hidden Valley Garlic Ranch Dressing, Lay’s Midwest Inspired Fried Dill Pickle Chips, and Dorito’s Nacho Cheese Flavored Smartfood popcorn.
UPDATES (17:05): Kathleen shares updates on Kevin Costner’s “Horizon” movie release, Yellowstone’s “Supermom” grizzly bear is spotted with 5 cubs, and protesters are squirting water at tourists in Barcelona to protest VRBO altering the city’s affordable housing market.
“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT” (34:50): Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of Zanoah, proving that Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt.
FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (41:10): Kathleen shares articles on Mattress Mack’s generous support of Houston residents after Hurricane Beryl, Red Box is ceasing operations, a stegosaurus skeleton is going up for private auction, hundreds of Colombian soccer fans crash the gates at the Copa America final, Richard Simmons and Dr. Ruth passed away this week, Whataburger’s app helps Houston residents navigate power outages after Beryl, scientists discover that hippos can “fly,” a stegosaurus fossil could fetch $6M at Sotheby’s, convicted murderer Jodi Arias is selling paintings from prison, a mother cat brought her sick kitten to a human hospital, and New Orleans’ haunted LaLaurie Mansion is for sale.
WHAT WE’RE WATCHING (1:18:00): Kathleen recommends listening to “Missing: Richard Simmons” wherever you get your podcasts.