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PODCAST

The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts with the Garden Tarts

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts

If you love U2"s music but want a fun, irreverent take beyond the stats and collectables, this podcast is for you. A podcast for U2 fans, casual and die-hard alike, we are two best friends discussing what we love the most: U2 and the ridiculous adventures we"ve had together over three decades of friendship.In a fan world full of collectibles, statistics and academia, Jenny and Hillary bring irreverence to the otherwise serious fandom. Come hang out with the cheeky but astute Garden Tarts.Subscribe

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00:14:35

BREAKING NEWS: U2 Releases New EP, Days of Ash

The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking... ·

2026/02/18

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 PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUTWait,

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00:30:45

U2 Press Conference: Attention Kmart Shoppers

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2026/02/18

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 the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey

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00:27:12

U2 Radio Interviews and October Shenanigans

The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking... ·

2026/02/11

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 PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND

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00:39:42

U2 and the NFL: SCO(RED) TAKE 2

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2026/02/04

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 Football! An American dream! (Is it, though?)And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and

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00:33:08

Significant U2 Sites in Southern California &...

The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking... ·

2026/01/28

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 PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUTWait,

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00:36:10

U2's Boy and Bono's With or Without You Vocals

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2026/01/21

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 Music and Sound on InstagramNEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden

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00:29:52

We Are U2 Podcast Royalty

The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking... ·

2026/01/14

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!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over

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00:19:58

U2 Fans Are Better Together!

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2026/01/07

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 STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for

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00:18:50

Until the End of 2025: Wi$h li$ts for our U2 Podcast

The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking... ·

2025/12/31

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 & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUTWait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDASample our

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00:21:11

U2 Holiday Cards and U2.com Subscriber Updates

The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking... ·

2025/12/24

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 Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUTWait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDASample our

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00:19:27

525,600 MINUTES: Favorite 2025 Moments and...

The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking... ·

2025/12/17

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 Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUTWait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART

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00:23:52

IT'S A MUSIC JOURNEY: OUR 2025 REPLAYS

The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking... ·

2025/12/10

In this episode, Jenny and Hillary share their Apple Music replays for 2025, discussing their top artists, songs, and albums. They reflect on their music listening habits, concert experiences, and engage with their audience by inviting them to share their own music insights. The conversation is light-hearted and filled with humor, as they explore their diverse tastes in music and the nostalgia associated with certain artists.SIDE A: Jenny's ReplaySIDE B: Hillary's ReplayAnd a question for Bono over

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01:29:56

Defending No Line on the Horizon

The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking... ·

2025/12/03

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!www.thegardentarts.comSUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartswatch this ep

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01:13:13

TART TALK: No Line on the Horizon, Side B

The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking... ·

2025/11/26

Welcome to part 2 of our first (and only) TART TALK of the year, where we dive deep into U2's No Line on the Horizon. Side B, this time! If you want to play along, grab a shot glass for our Good Enough shooter. Whether you are a fan of this album or not, we think you'll enjoy this listen. If you missed Side A, just look at last week's episode! www.thegardentarts.comSUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartstwitter: @the_gardentartsinstagram:

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01:08:27

TART TALK: No Line on the Horizon, Side A

The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking... ·

2025/11/19

Welcome to our first (and only) TART TALK of the year, where we dive deep into No Line on the Horizon, Side A. We have some conflicting views, which make for great conversation. If you want to play along, grab a shot glass for our Good Enough shooter. Whether you are a fan of this album or not, we think you'll enjoy this listen. Stay tuned to next week when we finish up with Side B. www.thegardentarts.comSUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartstwitter:

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00:37:19

Malicious Mischief

The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking... ·

2025/11/12

This week on The Garden Tarts:Side A: U2 news and new books!Side B: Hillary shares the story of an unexpected U2-fan encounterAnd questions for Bono over whiskey and cake!www.thegardentarts.comSUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartstwitter: @the_gardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartswatch this ep on YouTube: @thegardentarts

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00:47:22

Silly "Love" Songs

The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking... ·

2025/11/06

On this week's episode of the Garden Tarts:A catch-up on some brief band-member-related news.Side A: Spanish EyesSide B: The Sweetest ThingLots of questions for Bono over whiskey and cake!www.thegardentarts.comSUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartstwitter: @the_gardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartswatch this ep on YouTube: @thegardentarts

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00:56:48

Oklahoma! The Garden Tarts Go to Tulsa

The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking... ·

2025/10/29

The Garden Tarts went to Tulsa, Oklahoma to see Bono & Edge accept the Woody Guthrie Prize on behalf of U2. Side A: All about usSide B: All about themAnd questions for Bono over whiskey and cake. www.thegardentarts.comSUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartstwitter: @the_gardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartswatch this ep on YouTube: @thegardentarts

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00:36:02

The Garden Tarts turn 300!

The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking... ·

2025/10/22

This week on the Garden Tarts, we celebrate our 300th episode!Side A: We hear from you, our listeners, about why you listen to the Garden Tarts.Side B: We hear from the Garden Tarts about their own favorite parts of creating this podcast.And questions for Bono over whiskey and cake, as always!www.thegardentarts.comSUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartstwitter: @the_gardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartswatch this ep on YouTube: @thegardentarts

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00:22:14

Muggles

The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking... ·

2025/10/15

This week on the Garden Tarts:Side A: What one song from each U2 album would you play for a muggle (Harry Potter translation: every day person)? The only rule is it can't be a single. Side B: Finish this sentence, "If U2 knew..."And questions for Bono over whiskey and cake!www.thegardentarts.comSUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartstwitter: @the_gardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartswatch this ep on YouTube: @thegardentarts

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