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399D - Jaged Edge

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2026/09/19

This week Kate went to a show! We discuss climate activists gluing themselves to paintings. We also look at a painting by Miyoko Ito (see the notes from the last episode on CongratulationsPineTree.com) and we try to say the name of the city of Concord.The music in this episode is by La LuzSee next week's painting at CongratulationsPineTree.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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45:43

399C - You Missed a Spot

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2026/09/10

Be sure to check out the show notes from last week's episode to see the paintings we're talking about this week! We look so hard our eyes fall out. Plus Kate went to a show, and Maysoun got solicited for art opportunities. According to Kate this is part 8 of our 10 week series on abstraction.Check out everything at www.CongratulationsPineTree.comThe music in this episode is by Hannah Lew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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49:36

399B - Alley Rat Juice

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2026/09/03

This week we tell you what music shows we went to because we are cool music people. Then we get back into our ten(ish) week series on abstraction. We also talk about rejection and redesigning Arizmendi.The intro/outro music in this episode is by Hermanos Gutiérrez See everything at CongratulationsPineTree.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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49:35

399A - Artmaxxing (with Mel Prest)

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2026/08/27

This week we are graced with the presence of painter Mel Prest. Maysoun is hunkering down in the tropics! We talk about abstraction, haircuts, learning at the foot of the master, and what the hell goes on in a painter's studio.The music in this episode is by spacemothsee more notes at congratulationspinetree.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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50:49

399 - Ice Cream (with Mansur Nurullah)

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2026/08/20

This week we have the pleasure of chatting with artist, Mansur Nurullah! We discus abstraction, books, scraps, the technological sublime, and counseling. We make a lot of deviations, tangents and detours. Plus giggle fits!The music in this episode is by Hannah Lewcheck out links and things at congratulationspinetree.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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51:35

398 - Agnes Sharkin'

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2026/08/06

This week we jump the shark for the second time. First off, this episode is part four of our ten part series on abstraction. We talk about motherfuckin Agnes Martin, whether sharks are older than Satan, and Craig Calderwood's amazing new mural at SFMoMA. Maysoun speaks of drones. We apologize to the listeners.The music in this episode is by La Luz (they are on tour! See them!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:21:43

397 - Deconstruct (with Danielle Lawrence)

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2026/07/30

This week we have the pleasure of talking to artist, Danielle Lawrence about abstraction, the body, and institutional decay. Then Maysoun and Kate explore their feelings about last week's painting by Howardena Pindell. It's a long episode, folks!The music in this episode is by Hannah Lew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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44:44

396 - Crusty Peaks

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2026/07/23

This week Kate and Maysoun saw all the shows at Minnesota Street Project. We also talk about Marlow Moss and more abstraction! Plus we decide what shapes we are.The music in this episode is by spacemothcongratulationspinetree.comHowardina Pindell at the MCA ChicagoVirtual Crush at / Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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47:22

395 - Hard Line

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2026/07/16

This is week two of our deep into abstraction! Be sure to share your abstract experiences with us!419 351 6606 or email us: congratulationspinetree@proton.meAlso, Kate went and saw some shows!The music in this episode is by spacemothNice, neat lawn by Abi Tucker and Stanley Millerby Abi Tucker and Stanley MillerSpace, Movement, and Body: Marlow MossTalking Painting: Dialogues with Twelve Contemporary Abstract Painters by David RyanHow to look at an abstract paintingSculpture in the Expanded

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35:38

394 - Understanding Abstraction in Ten Weeks

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2026/07/09

This week we begin a ten week course on abstraction. Please follow along, there will be prizes at the end. We also talk about the International Art Museum of America getting voted best museum in SF. Shocking.The music in this episode is by spacemothHelen Frankenthaler, Mountains and Sea (large image)Best of the Bay AreaSad FranciscoEpisode 18 - The Treasure Room (about the IAMA)Helen Frankenthaler, A Brief Biography Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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39:07

393 - Get Madder

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2026/07/02

This week we have an emotional conversation about the SFAC funding saga. We also talk about the Queers Against Zionism event at the Lab. We also talk about poetry and why people hate it.San Francisco Finalizes $17 Billion Budget, Restores Millions in Proposed CutsSad FranciscoBay to Gaza Mutual Aid CollectiveYou're invited to the 1st Annual:Bay Area Arts Picnic on Sat. July 11th 1-4pm!!Elk Glen Picnic Area at Golden Gate Park1017 MLK Drive at 27th Street Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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32:32

392 - Solidarity Forever! (with Leo Dugan)

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2026/06/18

This week Kate has a conversation with Leo Dugan from the Creativity Explored United bargaining team!the music in this episode is by Deseos PrimitivosCreativity Explored United instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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48:26

391 - Funeral Dirge

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2026/06/11

We talk about the election results, a couple events we went to, a protest that kate went to, and safe injection facilities. Decriminalize drugs!!!! Huge spoilers for I Love Boosters, the new Boots Riley movie!The music in this episode is from the I Love Boosters (Original Motion Picture Score)Supervised consumption explained: types of sites and servicesSupervised injection facilities in Canada: past, present, and futureThe Law (and Politics) of Safe Injection Facilities in the United

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55:39

390 - What's Up With the Sun? (with Ebti)

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2026/06/04

This week we have the great honor of talking to artist, Ebti! We talk about translation, theater, death, cats, light bulbs, and whether or not the sun is gay!Sign this open letter to support the workers at the SFAC!Music in this episode is by Meshell NdegeocelloEbti!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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46:15

389 - June 2026 Voter Guide

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2026/05/21

This week we finally made our voter guide! YES ON D, SAN FRANCISCO!The music in this episode is by SPELLLING Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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33:14

388 - Not the Voter Guide

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2026/05/14

This week we start on the voter guide but then we delay it because Maysoun needs to do more research. So we talk about some shows and some emails and some voicemails. Plus we're back on Horse Muffin Bird again, because Maysoun accuses Kate of being a sniveling worm. It's a weird episode.The music in this episode is by Australian lesbian,Courtney BarnettThe Hundred Years' War on PalestineA Flag With Teeth —Participant Form (due by June 15th!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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37:58

387 - Pigeon Army

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2026/05/08

This week Kate and Maysoun went to a rally at city hall! We petition the birds to stop the surveillance state. Maysoun went to a show! We did it all!The song in this episode is byCain Culto, Xiuhtezcatl & Snow Tha Product Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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48:13

386 - VIP Preview

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2026/04/27

This week Kate and Maysoun hang out with billionaires. Kate makes a public apology. Maysoun tries to explain the SF charter, whatever the hell that is. Plus we tell you to go to a clown show.The music in this episode is byspacemothSugar Mud - A Surreal Comedy- BUY TICKETSArts for a Better Bay Area (ABBA)Urbanist think tank SPUR unveils plans to revamp S.F. charterSPUR recommendations Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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41:29

385 - Yes on Prop D

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2026/04/20

This week Maysoun is back! Kate talks shit about SFMOMA again. We also discuss a pair of shows byTrina Michelle Robinson. Plus Maysoun settles several controversies.The music in this episode is byspacemoth Yes onProp D! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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29:41

384 - Finishing the Hat

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2026/04/05

This week artist Sarah Heinemann guest hosts while Maysoun is abroad! We discuss therapy, the SF art scene, group chats, Maysoun's secrets, and so much more.The music in this episode is byspacemoth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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