The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts with the Garden Tarts
This podcast brings a fun, irreverent take on U2 fandom, hosted by two best friends, Hillary and Jenny, known as the Garden Tarts. They share their love for U2's music along with stories and laughs from their three decades of friendship. Each weekly episode covers U2 news and personal anecdotes, offering a lighter alternative to the stats-heavy fan culture. It's perfect for both casual listeners and die-hard U2 enthusiasts.
Episodes
U2 Carnaval de Luz News & Silencio Lyrics Breakdown
U2's new album Carnaval de Luz drops November 13 — here's everything we know, plus our deep dive into Silencio lyrics & video after two weeks of listening.Welcome to The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts with the Garden Tarts. We're Jenny & Hillary, two longtime U2 fans talking U2 news, new music and decades of seeing the band together.🎡 SIDE A: Carnaval de Luz news.
U2 at 50: Our Dublin Anniversary Recap — Mount Temple, Grafton Street & Silencio Live
U2 turned 50 on September 25, 2026, and Dublin threw a party. We recap all of U2's 50th anniversary: the surprise Mount Temple school gig, the Grafton Street show from the Bewley's balcony, the live debut of "Silencio," and the "40" encore the fans asked for.No Side A or Side B this week, just one fast recap of the whole day. We cover the 5am Stationhead listening party that wasn't quite a party,
U2 50th Anniversary Special: 50 Bono Stories With No Context + Our Top 50 U2 Songs
U2 turns 50! On September 25, 1976, four Dublin teenagers crammed into Larry Mullen Jr.'s kitchen, and nothing was ever the same. To celebrate U2's 50th anniversary, Jenny and Hillary (the Garden Tarts) give you two things:50 Stories With No Context. One-liners from decades of chasing U2 around the world. Bono punched one of us. He sneezed on both of us. We've been to church with him twice (we're
U2 Dropped a 50th Birthday Teaser... And We Talk Playboy Mansion | The Garden Tarts
U2's 50th birthday is Friday and the teasers have started — plus a broken foot, a fan club unboxing, and a deep dive into your comments on Playboy Mansion (Pop, 1997). Was Bono really invited to the Playboy Mansion? Is the song a secret metaphor for heaven? We get into it.🎧 Also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube & all major platforms🔔 Subscribe for weekly U2 content — thegardentarts.com
Zoo Station: The Sound of Dreaming It All Up Again | 50 Years of U2
U2 turns 50 this year, and we're celebrating with one pivotal moment from every decade of the band's career — from Larry's message board note to the Sphere. Then: a live report from a U2 tribute band show, a full "Zoo Station" deep-dive with your comments, and an EXCLUSIVE US first listen to "Alison Stewart," December's new charity remix single, before its official release.🎧 Subscribe for weekly U
Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah: U2 and The Yeahs, “Beautiful Day” Memories & U2topia
U2 have released a joyful new cover of the Pogues’ “Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah”—or, as we are now calling it, The Yays—and the Garden Tarts have thoughts.In this episode, Hillary and Jenny talk about U2’s light, playful take on the Shane MacGowan song for the upcoming 20th Century Paddy: The Songs of Shane MacGowan tribute album. They discuss the connection to producer Steve Lillywhite, why the cove
God Part II: The Deep Cut That Basically Predicted Achtung Baby
Side A brings the U2 news roundup, including reports of Bono’s involvement in the upcoming Free Nelson Mandela documentary, a Windmill Lane book in the works, U2’s participation in a Shane MacGowan tribute project, and Daniel Lanois and Brian Eno’s guest-producer roles on the next U2 album.Then it’s show-and-tell time: a promo copy of War, a new U2.com hoodie, record-store dreams, and the challeng
How Many People Have Seen U2? Attendance Records, 360, PopMart & More
How big is big when it comes to U2?This week, we dig into the astonishing attendance and box-office numbers behind U2’s touring legacy—from the 7+ million tickets sold during the 360° Tour to the nearly 150,000 people reportedly gathered for PopMart in Reggio Emilia. We talk Rose Bowl records, Wembley crowds, why some PopMart shows felt oddly empty despite the tour’s major grosses, and how ticket
How Punk Rock (and U2) Save Lives: Music as Community Action
Can music help save lives? This week, The Garden Tarts talk about discovering Punk Rock Saves Lives at a local record show—and the inspiring work they do to make harm-reduction resources, mental-health advocacy, and blood stem-cell registry signups more accessible at concerts, festivals, and in communities.We also discuss Love Hope Strength Foundation, the music-driven nonprofit co-founded by The
U2 x Martin Garrix 'Fireflies' Review | Plus: Remembering Glen Hansard (Side A / Side B)
Welcome back to Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts with the Garden Tarts! In this episode, Jenny and Hillary return after a short break to talk about two big music stories: the loss of Irish legend Glen Hansard (The Frames, Once) and U2’s new collaboration with Martin Garrix, “Fireflies.”We dive deep into:Glen Hansard’s legacy, from The Frames and Swell Season to Once and The CommitmentsU2 x Martin
The Time U2 Rescheduled the Entire 360° Tour (Here's What Really Happened)
In this episode of Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts with the Garden Tarts, Jenny and Hillary start with Bono’s back surgery in 2010 and the 360 Tour cancellations and reschedules that followed. From there, the episode shifts into a freestyle conversation about music, memory, and life, including a big CD purge, rediscovering favorite bands like R.E.M., Keane, and Travis, and rethinking what still d
Love Rescue Me: U2’s Prayer, Redemption, and the Bob Dylan Connection
In this episode of Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts with the Garden Tarts, we dig into U2’s “Love Rescue Me” from Rattle and Hum — a song of redemption, faith, and emotional release. We discuss Bob Dylan’s role, Bono’s harmonica, live performances at Smile Jamaica and Sphere, listener reactions, and why this U2 deep cut means so much to fans.U2’s “Love Rescue Me” from Rattle and Hum.Bob Dylan’s co
Why 'Street of Dreams' Split the U2 Fanbase (Plus Live Aid Memories)
In this episode of Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts with the Garden Tarts, we kick off with a celebration of Live Aid and the unforgettable U2 performance that changed everything, from “Sunday Bloody Sunday” and “Bad” to the moment Bono became, well, Bono.Then we turn to “Street of Dreams,” the new U2 single that’s sparked a full-on fandom debate online.We talk about why the song is hitting some l
U2's New Song 'Street of Dreams': Our Instant Reaction
The Garden Tarts react to U2’s new single “Street of Dreams” in this special mini-episode of Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts. They break down the song’s upbeat sound, talk through the video’s playful details, and share their first impressions of what feels like a joyful new chapter for U2. If you want a fun, lively first listen with plenty of fan commentary, this episode is for you.
Please: U2’s Political Anthem, Listener Reactions, and Why It Still Hits Hard
The Garden Tarts revisit U2’s “Please” from Pop, share listener reactions, and unpack the song’s political urgency, lyrical power, and unforgettable live performances.In this mini episode of Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts with the Garden Tarts, the hosts return to U2’s “Please,” the standout track from Pop that continues to inspire strong reactions from fans. They revisit their earlier discussio
We Saw U2 4 Times on the Innocence Tour — Here's What Happened
In this episode of Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts, the Garden Tarts wrap up their Songs of Innocence era with tour memories from Toronto, Boston, Chicago, and Madison Square Garden, plus a look back at the Innocence and Experience tour and the unforgettable ways U2 made each show feel personal. They also share standout moments involving Bono, Edge, surprise guests, rail stories, and the fan-comm
Bono & Bruce Springsteen: Their New York Friendship (Plus Guggi & Tribeca)
Bono was in New York for a weekend packed with U2-adjacent moments, from presenting Bruce Springsteen with the Harry Belafonte Social Justice Award to attending the premiere screening of Guggi’s documentary at the Tribeca Film Festival. The Garden Tarts break down the big moments, the fan frenzy around Bono, and the reminder that keeping artists safe matters.Plus, we hear firsthand voice memos fro
Songs of Innocence Deluxe Edition: The Tracks Casual Fans Miss
U2 nerds unite: the Garden Tarts dig into the deluxe edition of Songs of Innocence, praise Bono’s vocal surprises, argue about punk cred, reveal listener poll winners, and deliver acoustic hot takes with fireworks-level enthusiasm. And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️This episode, the Garden Tarts review the deluxe edition of U2’s Songs of Innocence — deep dives on Lucifer’s H
Songs of Innocence, Track by Track: The Songs Everyone Slept On (Part 2)
Jenny and Hillary continue their Tart Talk on U2’s Songs of Innocence with Side B, covering “Volcano,” “Raised by Wolves,” “Cedarwood Road,” “Sleep Like a Baby Tonight,” “This Is Where You Can Reach Me Now,” and “The Troubles”. They dig into grief, rage, domestic violence, Catholic abuse, friendship, and the band’s personal memories behind the songs. Along the way, they talk about live performance
Songs of Innocence, Track by Track: What U2 Got Right (Part 1)
The Garden Tarts kick off their 2026 Tart Talk with part one of a two-part discussion of U2’s Songs of Innocence. In this episode, Hillary and Jenny dig into the album’s release controversy, the Apple/iPhone backlash, the cover art, and the first five tracks, “The Miracle of Joey Ramone,” “Every Breaking Wave,” "California (There is No End to Love)," "Song For Someone" and "Iris (Hold Me Close)."
Please, Sir: U2 in Mexico, Street of Dreams, and Bono on the Dance Floor
In this mini episode of Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts, the Garden Tarts dig into U2’s whirlwind time in Mexico City, including the Street of Dreams video shoot, fan reports from the set, and the growing excitement around new music tied to the FIFA World Cup. Jenny and Hillary also talk about Bono dancing and drinking in public, Larry’s welcome return to the spotlight, and what it all says about
20 U2 Concert Questions: Our Favorites, Our Flops, and Yours
In this episode of Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts, the Garden Tarts play a fun and thoughtful round of “20 Questions” about U2 shows, ranking favorite concerts, toughest nights, most emotional songs, and the eras they’d time-travel back to in U2 history. They also dig into listener reactions to “Miami,” from its summer vibe and live energy to its place as one of U2’s more polarizing tracks, and
Bono's 66th Birthday: Our Favorite Bono Stories and Moments
It’s Bono’s birthday week and we're celebrating with a round of favorite Bono stories, listener questions, and poll results from the show’s desert island album question. And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️In this episode, Jenny and Hillary revisit unforgettable encounters with Bono from the 1990s and 2000s, including the first time they saw him in Dublin, a ride in his car, a
U2 Fan Podcast: Our Origin Story PLUS, What U2 Album Would You Ditch?
Welcome, fellow U2 fans and lovers of ridiculous adventures! Today, the Garden Tarts spill the secrets behind their decades-long friendship, their wild concert memories, and the surprising results of a poll about ditching one U2 album. If you've ever wondered how a chance meeting at a U2 conference or Bono's car phone could lead to this podcast, you're in for a treat.How Jenny and Hillary's friend
U2 Nostalgia: Intransigence Is All Around, PopMart and the U2 Fandom
Grab your whiskey because we're diving into some nostalgic adventures—29 years ago, U2 rocked Vegas for the first PopMart show, and we were there, living the crazy bits of the fan experience we still cherish today. From ticket tales to band mishaps, and where the internet fit into our fandom evolution, this episode is packed with our cheeky remembrance and wild thoughts.In this episode:- Celebrati
U2's Easter Lily: Part 2
Hold on tight, because Jenny and Hillary are back with another chaotic, hilarious, and deeply passionate chat about U2.IN THIS EPISODE:Update on the latest EP fever, song by songThe surprising poll results of favorite tracksQuestions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️Trivia on U2's historic tour dates and memorable fan momentsThe ongoing quest to decode Bono’s biblical quotesThe duo’s thoughts on cl
U2 New EP, Easter Lily, Track-by-Track
Grab your whiskey and your best friend — because Jenny and Hillary are back to dish on the latest U2 release, with all the irreverent winks, cheeky insights, and wild stories from their three decades of friendship. No need for stats or scholarly takes — just two fans bringing passion and humor to the seriously fun side of U2 fandom.Our initial reactions and how perceptions evolved over a few daysT
U2 RELEASES EASTER LILY - NEW MUSIC!
A SPECIAL EPISODE WITH THE GARDEN TARTS.At 12 am on Good Friday, U2 surprised the world with a SECOND surprise EP! 40 days after the release of Days of Ash on Ash Wednesday. This one is called Easter Lily, and here is our first.. quick.. listen.Stay tuned to next week's ep when we dive a bit deeper into each song.NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, any
U2 Tour Fun Facts! And Your Takes on U2's GLORIA
This week on the Garden Tarts:Side A: Fun facts about U2's original Joshua Tour, with Hillary!INTERMISSION: Your thoughts on U2's GloriaSide B: Fun facts about U2's ZooTV Tour, with Jenny!And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono ov
BALLROOM BOOM (CHA): U2 New Music Rumors, Irish Film Festival, and Sunday Bloody Sunday
This week on the U2 Podcast with the Garden Tarts...Side A: A deeper(ish) dive into Adam Clayton's Ballroom Boom and BP Fallon's Rock n Roll Wizard, Vol. 1Intermission: Don't tease us, U2! New music and a tour coming in the next year? Yes, please!Side B: Random U2 Song of the Week: Sunday Bloody Sunday.And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT
U2's Adam Clayton and Ballroom Boom at CraicFest
This week on the Garden Tarts...This is not a regular episode, and there is 0% Adam Clayton in this episode. We went to see the world premiere of his movie, Ballroom Boom, at CraicFest in New York City. This annual Irish FilmFest is a blast! We also had a chance to see a documentary about BP Fallon. IYKYK!No Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️ this week.NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OU
U2's Yours Eternally + Memory Lane with Propaganda
We’re talking U2’s new short film for “Yours Eternally,” fan reactions to “Seconds,” and a deep nerd dive into the history of Propaganda, the official U2 fan‑club magazine.Side A – “Yours Eternally”: New short documentary for “Yours Eternally” from Days of AshIntermission – “Seconds” (Random Song of the Week)Listener thoughts on “Seconds” from WarSide B – Propaganda HistoryRemembering old‑scho
Exploring U2's Days of Ash: A Mini Tart Talk
This week on the U2 podcast with the Garden Tarts:U2's new EP, Days of Ash, has been with us for four days, and we're ready to explore the songs for the first time with a mini Tart Talk. Think of it as a heartfelt yet irreverent album review.We have thoughts and personal insights about each song, and we asked you about your favorites! Here from us and from the U2 fans.And of course, Questions for
BREAKING NEWS: U2 Releases New EP, Days of Ash
WE'VE GOT A VERY SPECIAL EPISODE TODAY! Yes, our second ep of the day but, we weren't planning on U2 RELEASING NEW MUSIC. We did a first listen of the 6 new songs and these are our initial reactions. Stay tuned to next week for more discussion!And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to
U2 Press Conference: Attention Kmart Shoppers
This week on the U2 Podcast with the Garden Tarts...Side A: It's the anniversary of the time U2 announced their PopMart world tour at a New York City K-Mart. Let's talk about it, shall we?Side B: Last week, we drew A Day Without Me from the box. Here are your thoughts, and ours!And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are
U2 Radio Interviews and October Shenanigans
This week on the U2 Podcast with the Garden Tarts:Side A: New interviews on U2Xradio! Adam with Este Haim and Edge with Lenny Kravitz. Hear our takes.Side B: We asked about your favorite song on October, and you answered! And we have feelings.And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to
U2 and the NFL: SCO(RED) TAKE 2
something happened with the audio on the original file. this one is fixed! sorry about that.This week on the Garden Tarts, the U2 Podcast:SIDE A: (RED) turns 20 and, as ambassadors, we are here to celebrate! What has (RED) been up to for the last 20 years, and how have we participated?SIDE B: For an Irish band, U2 has quite the history with the NFL. They've played the Super Bowl AND Monday Night F
Significant U2 Sites in Southern California & Questions for Bono
This week on the Garden Tarts:Side A: Hillary goes to a U2 laser show! How very 90's of her.Side B: A review of the book I Go There With You: The U2 Sites of Southern California, from Significant to Sacred, by Brook W. Flagg (affiliate link)And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PL
U2's Boy and Bono's With or Without You Vocals
This week on the Garden Tarts...We get called PODCAST ROYALTY, AGAIN! We are more unsufferable than ever.Side A: We asked about your favorite track on U2's BOY, and boy did you answer!Side B: Someone on the internet posted Bono's isolated vocals from With or Without You. Come swoon with us!And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️SOURCES:With or Without You Isolated VocalsCreate Mu
We Are U2 Podcast Royalty
This week on the Garden Tarts...Side A: WE WERE CALLED PODCAST ROYALTY! And you're never going to hear the end of it.Side B: Bono in Across the Universe, the 2007 Beatles-music inspired movie. It had been a while, so we revisited it.And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️If God Will Send His Angels video shootapple / spotifyNEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!
U2 Fans Are Better Together!
This week on the Garden Tarts...Jenny and Hillary are TOGETHER! In the same room and on the same camera!Side A: Why Hillary is in town and all about Jenny's surprise 50th birthday party, featuring the U2 tribute band, One.Side B: What do you want us to talk about in 2026? Besides Adam's mustache?And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS ST
Until the End of 2025: Wi$h li$ts for our U2 Podcast
This week on the Garden Tarts:Side A: Our hopes and dreams for 2026 (in general)Side B: Our hopes and dreams for the pod... let's U2 it up even more! (come on, Bono!) An album? A tour?And questions for Bono over whiskey and cake.NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey &
U2 Holiday Cards and U2.com Subscriber Updates
This week on the Garden Tarts:Side A: Showing off the card we got from other U2 fans around the world! Was one of them from you?Side B: Subscriber updates on U2.com. What did you miss?And always, questions for Bono over whiskey and cake.NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whisk
525,600 MINUTES: Favorite 2025 Moments and Remembering December U2 Concerts
This week on the Garden Tarts:Side A: Our favorite moments from the 2025 podcast season.Side B: We share memorable U2 concert experiences from December shows, and discuss plans for the podcast.And as always, questions for Bono over whiskey and cake.NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bon
IT'S A MUSIC JOURNEY: OUR 2025 APPLE REPLAYS
In this episode, Jenny and Hillary share their Apple Music replays for 2025, discussing their top artists, songs, and albums. They reflect on their listening habits, concert experiences, and invite their audience to share their own music insights.SIDE A: Jenny's ReplaySIDE B: Hillary's ReplayAnd a question for Bono over whiskey and cake.NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who a
Unsure about U2's 'No Line on the Horizon'? Here's Why It Deserves a Second Listen
This week on the Garden Tarts:By now, it is no secret that we don't "get" No Line on the Horizon as an album. It is only fair to bring a fan to the album's defense.Side A: Kip Mullin (Jr.) in defense of No Line on the HorizonSide B: The 360 tour, our adventures and how the band didn't stand by the album.And of course, questions for Bono over whiskey and cake!NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT
What's Going On: Guess Who's Back, Back Again
The Tarts are back! It's been a long six weeks and we're poppin' in your feed to say, "we're baaaaaaack!" Jenny's mic isn't working and her voice is toast but, we didn't want to be gone a minute longer!
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Playlists!
We each put together a playlist consisting of two songs only from each album we have discussed so far in our #u2podcast. That would be Boy, October, War, The Unforgettable Fire, Joshua Tree and Rattle & Hum... you can find them on Apple Music and Spotify by searching playlists for Garden Tart Jenny and Garden Tart Hillary. Take a quick listen here to learn more!
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TART Talk: Rattle & Hum Part 2 - Take: 269 (The End of Nostalgia)
Welcome to part 2 of Rattle & Hum. Join the rest of this musical journey as Bono hoodwinks a southern tour guide, Adam and Bono drive a Jeep through America, debauchery in L.A., Bono the sexy beast, and what the heck is Edge wearing? Also, we finally get to talk about this live performance of Sunday Bloody Sunday and we listen as nostalgia gets kicked out the door. What a journey is has been.
In the Name of Love: Build a Well for Bono’s Birthday
For the second year in a row, we are pleased to have a VIP guest from the African Well Fund. For over 20 years they have been fundraising to build wells and sanitation projects all over Africa. This week marks the start of their 21st fundraising campaign. We had a delightful chat with Lara Wineman, one of the founding members and the graphic designer behind the elaborate birthday cards sent to Bon
COVID Check-In: Stories for Boys (and Girls)
It is April 28, 2020. Not much going in our U2 worlds.... except getting ready for the big Bono celebration in May 2020! Otherwise, we remind you to NEVER drink bleach and, a special guest listener check-in from Dublin! (Do you want to be featured in a check-in? Go to anchor.fm/thegardentarts/message!)
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What's Going On: Achtung Baby, Baby!
It's Achtung Baby all month long! Plus, wasn't there something about a new song? Huh... you'll find to listen to find out!
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VIP Guests: African Well Fund for Bono's Birthday
2022 marks the 20th year that the African Well Fund has been fundraising the building wells in Africa in honor of Bono's birthday. We are honored to have Diane and Elizabeth from AWF on this ep to share their story and how you can help.
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TART Talk: The Joshua Tree, Side B - The Siren that is America
Side B of U2's The Joshua Tree is here! Join us on this musical journey as we come to terms with the siren that is America, get clued into Bono's evil plan to trick The Edge, and call bullshit on Larry. All while riding through the Florida night with the convertible top down and cursing at U2 crew members. It is, after all, the stuff... the stuff of country songs. *cue harmonica*
Oh, and we will
What's Going On: News in the U2 World!
Bono, Edge and LARRY are all making news and we're here to share it! Plus some goings-ons in the U2 fan world. Come take a listen!
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All the News You'll Never Need... and then some!
What a check-in this is! U2 news. Non-U2 news. Vote Baby news. Jesus news? A toast to the Notorious RBG and so much more. Won't you raise a glass with us?
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Today in U2 History...
In this week's ep:
Vegas is coming up!
Lots of today-ish in U2 history
Streaming in 1997?!
Shout out to Adam
Questions for Bono over whiskey & cake
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TART Talk: Rattle & Hum, Part 1 - Rock and Roll Stops the Traffic
Join us for part 1 of the musical journey that is U2's Rattle & Hum. We discuss the album vs. the film (is film expensive?), bolo ties, cummerbunds, and of course, the music that makes up these releases that we (mostly) love but critics love to hate. We travel down the Liffey, Save the Yuppies, visit Sun Studios, go "down to Harlem" and wonder, "is that really the blues?". And of course, our e
Heavy on the 'ish
We like to tell people we have a U2ish podcast so we have an out when there's not a lot of U2 to talk about (or we're not in the mood. As if that ever happens). Today we play the 'ish card! We have plenty to catch up on and chat about. And yes, there are a few U2 mentions! Come hang out with us!
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Unboxing: Songs of Surrender. Review: A Sort of Homecoming, and more!
Oh me, oh my it has been a busy few days in the U2 world. We unbox Songs of Surrender while simultaneously review A Sort of Homecoming. There's also NPR's Tiny Desk, U2X content, Apple One and goodness knows what else we reference. This is not a review of SOS. This is a gut reaction, a discussion, a discovery. We hope you come along for the ride.
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Unboxing: One & Waiting for U2 with Listener Questions
We decided to watch the Super Bowl together (starting at half time) and wait for the U2 ad. While waiting we unboxed the reimagined version of One and answered listener questions from @TheNevilleNicol, @NFtweets, @NYCelticSoul and @U2Polls. We stalled as long as we could and finally had to get some stuff done around our houses while waited for the LAST AD OF THE NIGHT... U2.
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What's Going On: Oi! Where's my steering wheel?
Major Achtung Baby discussions on Discord, Bono's Roy Kent impersonation, buying LPs on air and everything else you wouldn't expect!
Tune in now!
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It's No Secret at All
Checking in on all things! Including Tart Hillary's health, voting, U2 news, a fly that is not Bono, the U2 Conference, and more voting. Take a listen!
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Bono’s Birthday Party, Part 2: Bono's Work Outside of U2
Bono's Birthday Extravaganza! Part 2
We are celebrating Bono's birthday all month long!
In this episode, we talked about some of Bono’s work outside of U2. Grab a drink and a slice of cake and come party with us!
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African Well Fund: Bono's Birthday Well
It's that time of year again... in May, we celebrate Bono's birthday! We once again get to talk with the amazing folks at the African Well Fund about the annual Bono Birthday Well. We chatted with board member Ally Marcel and U2 fan (and friend of the Tarts) Irma Magana. Irma helps organize an annual fundraiser at her school that has benefited the African Well Fund the last few years. We are honor
Unboxing: Pride
We have two very different opinions on the re-imagining of Pride and it was so funny to talk about it. Whether you like the song or not, this ep is for you. We've got a new segment "Anything Strange or Startling?" and a question for Bono over whiskey and cake. Plus, our opinion (facts) on the new album cover. This one is not to be missed!
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This is Where We've Bean: May
The final ep of this monthly-ish feature (for now)... Come down memory lane with the Garden Tarts as we reminisce about U2 shows we've been to over the years that took place in... May! This is a super fun one with extra great stories. It is, after all, a musical journey. Maybe you've been to some of the same shows! (We know some of you have.)
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Canaries in a Coalmine
Thank you for your patience after we took last week off. In this ep we cover: cats, rock stars and toddlers, U2 news, vaccine appointments, laser discs and what if an AB anniversary tour happens? Would we survive?
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Bono’s Birthday, Part 4: Dedicated Followers of Fashion
Welcome to part 4 of Bono’s birthday celebration.
This week we are looking at some of Bono’s fashion choices and hairstyles from over the years. Will it be a misstep or will it be a compliment? There’s only one way to find out...
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What's Going On: Shut Up and Rock
(UPDATED AUDIO): The Tart world and the U2 world continue to churn out the news and excitement! Tune in now... you don't want to miss out.
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Mini TART Talk - Passengers: OS1 (or, WTAF)
We have finally gotten to our TART Talk on Passengers: Original Soundtracks 1. It is not as well researched as our other TART Talks so we're deeming it a mini one. A fan or not of Passengers, we hope you at least find it entertaining! We chat about the overall project, sneaky Brian Eno, a few songs in particular and, well, just about anything else to distract us.
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This is Where We've Bean: September
A monthly-ish feature... at least for the next year. Come down memory lane with the Garden Tarts as we reminisce about U2 shows we've been to over the years that took place in... September! It is, after all, a musical journey. Maybe you've been to some of the same shows! (We know some of you have.) In this episode, for just a hot second, we hold a rock star in the palm of our hands.
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What's Going On: Nothing Much (but always something!)
We recorded for over an hour yet this ep turned into less than 20 minutes. Only the best for you all! Little U2 news, a music documentary Hillary says you must see and more typical Tart shenanigans.
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What's Going On: Royally Obsessed
The whole point of this ep was to talk about the latest subscriber gift from u2.com. We get there, eventually! Tag along as we talk about what it feels like to be an anonymous fan and as we throw the Bono signal into the sky. This one is an absolute barn burner!
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On the Edge of 60
It’s The Edge's 60th birthday! Keeping with tradition, we’re celebrating with 60 fun facts about the man himself. Come join the party!
TART Talk: Zooropa, Side B
The wild ride (and drinks) continue on side B of U2's Zooropa. Don't miss the addition to Bono's lounge set and our questions for him over whiskey and cake.
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TART Talk: Zooropa, Side A
Welcome to the Garden Tarts' TART Talk about U2's Zooropa LP. Come on this wild ride with us that is full of Blade Runner references, wanderlust, cover bands, cats and.... gin? Yep, I believe that's what it was. You don't want to miss this one!
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Bono is Roy Kent: Here, There & Every-F*ckin' Where
Bono is in full Roy Kent mode. He's showing up everywhere and will continue to for the foreseeable future. We've got you covered on where he's BEAN, where he is and where he's going. (That we know of anyway!) And where WE'RE going! Book tour, baby!
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Starting a Landslide in His EGO(T)
It's Oscar season and the world is all a buzz about Sing 2! We talk about a recent interview with Bono and The Edge, Sing 2's push for an Oscar, the 40 songs that saved U2's lives as well as our own and, of course, a fun fact from the Pop File! Because it's ALL POP ALL YEAR.
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What's Going On: The Future of Our Inconvenience
The Tarts are back from a summer break and we're back in full swing. There has been so much U2 news - rumors anyway - and it's time to catch ups! Plus, it's Edge's birthday, there's whiskey and ciders, potential trips to Vegas and so much boom! cha!
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