What is happening here? Ktown Connects is reaching across the border! We connect with JJ McAuliffe, owner of McAuliffe’s Pub, 3700 Meachem Road in Racine! 

JJ knew the assignment and he came to talk, so enjoy this super-sized episode! We get to know young JJ – how he discovered his love for metal and punk rock as a kid, to booking bands in the 80’s, his issue with Elvis Costello, and how he evolved into the owner of one of Racine’s premier tavern!  

McAuliffe’s Pub is open 7 days a week, with Music Bingo on Thursdays, and lots of great live shows. Follow them on Facebook for all the updates! 

This episode was recorded on November 22nd, 2025 at the Better Call Parise Recording Studio in Downtown Kenosha – call on the Law Offices of Frank J. Parise when your bad day gets even worse! 

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Theme song performed by Dropping Daisies, written by James “Red” McLeod. 

Your hosts are Donny Stancato and Jason Hedman 

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