Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts: A U2 -ish Podcast with the Garden Tarts

It's time to wrap up our year of How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb with a recap of our Vertigo Tour shows. We discuss thoughts on the tour and setlists, Bono's strange dream and the challenges of hospitality rooms. www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts watch this ep on YouTube: @thegardentarts

It's a very irrelevant episode about a very serious song. Live Aid has released a new documentary about making the Band Aid single, "Do They Know It's Christmas?" Oh, boy, do we have some thoughts and observations! You can watch the documentary HERE. www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts watch this ep on YouTube: @thegardentarts

Hang with the Garden Tarts while Jenny unboxes the Super Deluxe Limited Edition Collector's 8 LP Vinyl Box Set of U2's 'How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb.' They share their experiences from Record Store Day, discuss new tracks (hint: we have feelings) and fan reactions, and explore the concept of U2's albums. This ep is best watched! See YouTube link below. www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts watch this ep on YouTube: @thegardentarts

Welcome to the Garden Tart's TART Talk, a deep-dive into U2's How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb. This is Side B. We make our way through the final six songs on the album discussion everything from production notes to emotional connection and everything in between. Take a listen to the album and join along with us. DRINK OF THE EP: Love and Peace (Skrewball peanut butter whiskey, banana liqueur, Irish creme) www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts watch this ep on YouTube: @thegardentarts

Welcome to the Garden Tart's TART Talk, a deep-dive into U2's How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb. This is Side A. We make our way through the first six songs on the album discussion everything from production notes to emotional connection and everything in between. Take a listen to the album and join along with us. DRINK OF THE EP: Love and Peace (Skrewball peanut butter whiskey, banana liqueur, Irish creme) www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts watch this ep on YouTube: @thegardentarts

In this ep, Jenny and Hillary discuss a range of topics from U2 news to reflections on the election. They share feel-good stories from the polls they worked on during the election and emphasize the need for local involvement and emotional health. This ep is filled with humor, personal anecdotes, and a call to action for listeners to engage in their communities and support one another. www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts watch this ep on YouTube: @thegardentarts

This ep is all things NOT election. ⁠www.thegardentarts.com⁠ SUPPORT: ⁠www.patreon.com/thegardentarts⁠ AND ⁠www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts⁠ twitter: ⁠@the_gardentarts⁠ instagram: ⁠@the_gardentarts⁠ watch this ep on YouTube: ⁠@thegardentarts

What a week! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts watch this ep on YouTube: @thegardentarts

In this episode, Jenny and Hillary discuss the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction weekend, the emotional moments and the unbelievable amount of talent in the room. We've got recent activity from the U2s, including song samples, LARRY! and Vertigo. Lots to cover in this one, y'all! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts watch this ep on YouTube: @thegardentarts

The ep where we literally go around in circles. Some we make ourselves, some are just reported on. We've got a bit of U2 stories and news as well as Yom Kippur stories, why communism is bad, the confusing world, Hillary's song of the week and more absolutely nonsense! Come along, if you dare. www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts watch this ep on YouTube: @thegardentarts

Has this turned into a Gracie Abrams fan club pod? Maybe. Ha! (Never fear. This is temporary.) Jenny shares her experiences from a recent trip to New York City, where she attended a concert by Gracie Abrams. They discuss the excitement of the concert, the culture surrounding it, and the impact of Gracie's rising fame. The conversation also touches on personal anecdotes, reflections on Rosh Hashanah, and humorous stories from their lives. Additionally, they delve into political discussions, emphasizing the importance of voting and celebrity endorsements in local politics. The episode concludes with a tribute to Kris Kristofferson and a call to action for listeners to share their voting plans. More specific details on the American Flag Act. www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts 00:00 Introduction and Whiskey Drinks 01:41 Gracie Abrams at Radio City Music Hall 10:33 We're Still Mad at JJ Abrams for Lost 13:25 Happy Rosh Hashanah 18:28 Summer Wine Festival 21:28 Apple Wine Adventures 23:09 Star Bike Man 25:27 Door Dashing pie 28:17 VOTING! 29:19 Registering to vote in Texas 32:40 Jenny's Mom Meets Tim Walz & Bootsy Collins 34:48 Love For Our State Senators 38:57 Trumpisms (yuck) 42:37 Remembering Kris Kristofferson 44:57 The Edge Spotted in Dublin 46:18 "Bono" wants to you vote! Keywords: Gracie Abrams, concert, New York City, Rosh Hashanah, voting, political discussions, celebrity endorsements, Kris Kristofferson, wine festival, personal stories

In this episode, Jenny and Hillary catch up on their lives, celebrate U2's Sphereversary, discuss the impacts of global warming, share a hilarious dining disaster, and dive into exciting news about U2's upcoming releases. They also touch on personal stories from community events and engage in political discussions as the election approaches, emphasizing the importance of voting. www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

In this episode, Jenny and Hillary discuss a variety of topics ranging from their favorite drinks to the upcoming election and early voting plans. They share their excitement about U2's anniversary and speculate on future tours. The conversation also touches on voter outreach efforts, memorable encounters with U2, and the importance of making a voting plan. They wrap up with pop culture references, a new-to-us ticketing scam in music history, and wonder how famous people vote. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Drinks 02:47 Early Voting and Election Plans 05:01 Voting Facts and Concerns 06:15 Voter Engagement Initiatives 09:03 Personal Stories and Anecdotes 12:48 Celebrating Milestones and Anniversaries 15:27 U2 Tour Rumors and Speculations 18:01 U2 Memories and Fan Experiences 22:00 Guest Appearances and Future Plans 25:40 Pop Culture References and Humor 28:22 Wrap-Up and Final Thoughts 50:01 Garden Tart youtube outro.mp4 www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

Hillary and Jenny reintroduce themselves because *it's been a while.* (You sang that too, right?) A quick overview of our beginnings, we ask each other five questions and a question for the U2s. We had a lot of fun with this and hope you enjoy listening to it! www.thegardentarts.com Send questions and soundbites to: wearethegardentarts@gmail.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

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We've got the ZooTV EP, Sphere movie in Vegas, the blue Trabbant in Dublin, this week in U2 history, a catch-up on TV shows (Only Murders in the Building, anyone?) and gobs more. www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

For the third time, we present to you Ciara Lawrence! Ciara has a podcast, Ciara's Pink Sparkle Pod!, where she teaches her listeners about living with a learning disorder, all while interviewing well-known guests. Turns out she's a U2 fan, too! And why wouldn't she be when her first cousin is The Edge? She recently interviewed Stephen Averill, long time graphic designer for U2. We chat about that experience as well as US politics, V-U2 at Sphere, and she spills the beans on what member of U2 actutally plays golf! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

Shenanigans abound in this one! Flat earth theories (don't worry, we've got solid proof they are wrong.), Steve Judd from Hollywood U2 who had the honor to play under THE Claw from 360, special guest announcement, REGISTER TO VOTE, and other things we probably have no right to talk about. www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

What doesn't this ep have? We cover: www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

This is a super mini TART Talk. We are slowly making our way through U2's singles and releases that are not on a U2 album. This week, we tackle "Window in the Skies." We chat about the song and the video, too. Come play along! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts