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U2's Easter Lily: Part 2

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT

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 song
The surprising poll results of favorite tracks
Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️
Trivia on U2's historic tour dates and memorable fan moments
The ongoing quest to decode Bono’s biblical quotes
The duo’s thoughts on classic albums versus modern releases
Random musings, including an ‘80s movie soundtrack tangent
Upcoming anniversary of their first Vegas pop show

RESOURCES & LINKS:

U2 Songs — A lifetime of U2 memorabilia and history
Pump Up The Volume Soundtrack — A nostalgic link to the soundtrack that shaped Jenny
Siouxsie and the Banshees — For spotting the post-punk inspiration
U2's Desire on U2X Radio — Where Hillary became part of a broadcast

Here’s to three decades of friendship, wild stories, and a love for all things U2. Stay cheeky, stay curious, and as always—keep breaking hearts, one song at a time.

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U2 New EP, Easter Lily, Track-by-Track

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT

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 days
The emotional and spiritual themes of "Song for Hal," "In A Life," "Scars," "Resurrection Song," "Easter Parade" and "COEXIST"
The band's process, friendships, and studio magic — including Larry’s drumming and Edge's guitar techniques
Personal scars, faith, and how Bono’s lyrics weave pain and hope together
The humor, the quotes, and the wild theories about the song meanings
And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️

RESOURCES AND LINKS

Jackknife Lee’s Propaganda article – insight into the song creation process
U2 official website – for the latest on their music and interviews
"Song for Hal" tribute video – a heartfelt homage to Hal Willner
The Death and Resurrection Show by Dr. Rogan Taylor – explore the concept Bono references
Watch our reactions to first hearing the new songs

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U2 RELEASES EASTER LILY - NEW MUSIC!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 06:58:33 GMT

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.

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U2 Tour Fun Facts! And Your Takes on U2's GLORIA

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT

This week on the Garden Tarts:

Side A: Fun facts about U2's original Joshua Tour, with Hillary!

INTERMISSION: Your thoughts on U2's Gloria

Side B: Fun facts about U2's ZooTV Tour, with Jenny!

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BALLROOM BOOM (CHA): U2 New Music Rumors, Irish Film Festival, and Sunday Bloody Sunday

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:00:00 GMT

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. 1

Intermission: 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.

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U2's Adam Clayton and Ballroom Boom at CraicFest

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:00:00 GMT

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!

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U2's Yours Eternally + Memory Lane with Propaganda

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 19:00:00 GMT

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 Ash

Intermission – “Seconds” (Random Song of the Week)

Listener thoughts on “Seconds” from War

Side B – Propaganda History

Remembering old‑school ticket and merch ordering by mail, pen‑pal ads and Jenny’s own zine turning up

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Exploring U2's Days of Ash: A Mini Tart Talk

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 19:00:00 GMT

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.

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American Obituary, The Tears of Things, Song of the Future, Wildpeace, One Life at A Time, Yours Eternally, music discussion

BREAKING NEWS: U2 Releases New EP, Days of Ash

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 22:58:28 GMT

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!

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U2 Press Conference: Attention Kmart Shoppers

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:00:00 GMT

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!

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U2 Radio Interviews and October Shenanigans

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 19:00:00 GMT

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.

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U2 and the NFL: SCO(RED) TAKE 2

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 22:08:38 GMT

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?)

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Significant U2 Sites in Southern California & Questions for Bono

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 19:00:00 GMT

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)

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

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT

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!

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With or Without You Isolated Vocals

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We Are U2 Podcast Royalty

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT

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.

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U2 Fans Are Better Together!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT

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?

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

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 31 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT

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?

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All music is by December

U2 Holiday Cards and U2.com Subscriber Updates

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 24 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT

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.

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Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOU
What are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUT
Wait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDA
Sample our signature series, TART Talks

LEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! It helps people find the show.

➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Spotify

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525,600 MINUTES: Favorite 2025 Moments and Remembering December U2 Concerts

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT

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.

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Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOU
What are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUT
Wait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDA
Sample our signature series, TART Talks

LEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! It helps people find the show.

• ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Spotify

• ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Apple Podcasts

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All music is by December.

Chapters

01:11 Intro and acknowledgment of current events

03:29 Reflecting on 2025: Favorite Podcast Moments

03:55 SIDE A: Favorite episodes of 2025

07:12 SIDE B: U2 shows in December

11:22 20 Years of Concert Memories

16:31 Questions for Bono: Insights and Reflections

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IT'S A MUSIC JOURNEY: OUR 2025 APPLE REPLAYS

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT

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 Replay

SIDE B: Hillary's Replay

And a question for Bono over whiskey and cake.

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Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOU
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Wait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDA
Sample our signature series, TART Talks

LEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! It helps people find the show.

• ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Spotify

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All music is by December

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates

03:25 Hillary makes an executive decision

03:59 SIDE A: Jenny's Replay 2025

08:04 Diverse Musical Tastes and Nostalgia

08:46 SIDE B: Hillary's Replay 2025

16:13 Question for Bono over whiskey and cake

16:41 Just say, "chicken!"

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Unsure about U2's 'No Line on the Horizon'? Here's Why It Deserves a Second Listen

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT

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 Horizon

Side 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!

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Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOU
What are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUT
Wait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDA
Sample our signature series, TART Talks

LEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! It helps people find the show.

• ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Spotify

• ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Apple Podcasts

WHERE TO FIND US:

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Editing by: Jenny Steadman

Graphic design by: Hillary Frank

All music is by December

U2 Conference 2021, Garden Tart Style

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 24 Nov 2021 07:00:00 GMT

We had the best time last week at the U2 Conference as we celebrated Achtung Baby turning 30! We got permission to share the recording of our session which was called "Playing the Tart with the Garden Tarts: Achtung, Allocutions and Alcohol." This was definitely the "pub" chat of the conference! Share your own answers to our questions! Let us know what you think and have fun!

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Unboxing: Beautiful Day, Bono Bingo and More

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 15 Mar 2023 06:00:35 GMT

There is SO MUCH happening in the U2 world right now and it's all about to explode! We wrap up some of the news and then, most importantly, teach you all about Bono Bingo. If you want to play along (and you will!), you gotta listen to find out more!

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What's Going On: The Edge on an Airplane

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Thu, 30 Jun 2022 02:10:59 GMT

We cover it all this ep: Row v. Wade, Edge on an airplane, Harry Styles in Dublin and Bono’s 🤯 revelation!

2021 Year End Wrap-Up

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 29 Dec 2021 07:00:00 GMT

It's been a heck of a year and we're glad to see it go! So long, 2021... don't let the door hit you in the ass. But our little U2 podcast has hit some fun milestones and had some great moments. They were fun to recap!

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CHARITY OF THE MONTH: (RED)

2023: Beautiful Year

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 07:01:00 GMT

Happy New Year, listeners and U2 Fam! Welcome to our first ep of 2023 and Season 5 of our little U2-ish podcast. In this little ep we welcome all of the new folks and reintroduce ourselves. Here's to 2023, new adventures, musical journeys, more TART Talks, ridiculous stories and so much more! Thanks for listening!

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November Wrap Up and Love to Larry

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 07:00:55 GMT

It's been a busy month! We wrap up the news and speculations from the past few days, take some listener mail (here's lookin' at you, Chris, Misty and Carlene!), talk about our trip to DC and our plans for the future!

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This is Where We've Bean: November

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 18 Nov 2020 07:00:00 GMT

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... November! 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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U2-ish Ep: Nothing & Mt. Everest

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 05 Jun 2024 18:50:26 GMT

We promise there is U2 content in here! Heavy in the -ish, though. How we both became Mt. Everest "experts" is beyond us. Won't you come on this adventure with us?

U2's Atomic City

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 06:00:23 GMT

It sure it great when the bands writes the ep content for us! Two big pieces of news: Larry and Atomic City!

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Oodles O' News

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 22 Feb 2023 07:00:56 GMT

This ep is quick but chockfull o' goodness! We've got news on NPR's Tiny Desk, Berlin Film Festival, Record Store Day, Buy Me a Coffee and a bonus after we say goodBYEEE about Smartless.

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Weather, Driving and The Edge

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 06:00:06 GMT

The Earth is on fire, Sphere tickets are a sh*t show, The Edge is with Anton and learning to drive in the 1990s. You gotta hear it to believe it! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

Album Anniversaries, Adam and the News

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 07:00:56 GMT

News in the U2 world is booming and we cover it! Plus, speculation on the new album and some dream podcast guests (it's not who you think.) www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

VOTE BABY: Final Call

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 28 Oct 2020 06:00:00 GMT

Election day is less than a week away. This is our final call for VOTE BABY. It's time GET OUT AND VOTE. Plus, Hillary's health update (it's good!), U2 news and U2 fan community news. Come along for the ride!

What's Going On: Auctions, Big Cats and Busking

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 22 Dec 2021 07:00:00 GMT

Our last U2 News ep of 2021! So much is going on with Edge's Music Rising auction, Bono promoting Sing 2 and the annual holiday busk... plus more craic and probably too much whiskey. We've saved you a seat! Join the fun.

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CHARITY OF THE MONTH: (RED)

Resistance... Love has got to fight for its existence. ♥️

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Thu, 04 Jun 2020 02:50:23 GMT

We are just popping in your feed quickly to talk about what is going on in the United States and a few resources for you to help. Stay safe. Be well. Love one another. And VOTE.

Sing 2: An Cat B

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 07:00:00 GMT

The Garden Tarts finally saw Sing 2, in the theater, TOGETHER! It's been 6 weeks in the making but it finally happened. Sing 2 and Bono did not disappointed. Add a little whiskey and cider to this recording and hopefully it won't disappoint either. SPECIAL GUEST: Garden Tart Amanda! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts MERCH: thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts CHARITY OF THE MONTH: American Heart Association

The Year in Pop: One More Boom Cha for the Road

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 07:00:49 GMT

Our last official ep of the year, finishing up 2022 and the Year of Pop! If you've been following along, you know we've been All Pop All Year and in this ep we recap all the we covered. Come play along one last time! (for Pop, anyway.)

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What's Going On: From Antlers to Arch

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 06:00:28 GMT

We've got news from the Dalkey Book Festival and a some fun PopMart facts that may be true or not... time will tell!

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VIP Guests: Achtoon Baby interviews the Tarts

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 25 May 2022 06:00:29 GMT

It's not every day we get to hang out with other U2 fan content creators in real life. Join us for Part 2 of the Great Summit between the Garden Tarts and Kelly and PJ from Achtoon Baby. The scripted is flipped and this time Achtoon Baby interviewed us! Being the creative writers of this bunch, their questions are deep, hilarious and downright practical. You aren't going to want to miss this part of the conversation!

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This Week in Pop History: Bono Tap Dancing at a Motel

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 06:00:00 GMT

April 1997 brought us the official release of the Staring at the Sun single, complete with remixes and two very different videos. Also, news on the U2-front from Bono and Edge as well as a new Walk On.

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CHARITY OF THE MONTH: Ukrainian Red Cross

What’s Going On: There Once Was a Man Named Bono…

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 06:00:00 GMT

Catching up on some U2 news: limericks, St. Patrick's Day, shout out to Ukraine, and snarky online comments. Plus more From the Pop File. www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts CHARITY OF THE MONTH: Ukrainian Red Cross

TART Talk: Pop, Side B: Like a Prayer

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 06:00:00 GMT

ALL POP, ALL YEAR. This month in POP History: Welcome to the Garden Tarts' TART Talk about U2's Pop. 25 years ago Pop was released with worldwide excitement but, then what? We break down the second half of the record with our own thoughts and ideas. We're already many drinks into this ep from Side A so, catch up! We love Pop and the special drink just for this ep is the Holy Joe. You'll have to listen to find out what it is! If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, it's recommended you do that first! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts CHARITY OF THE MONTH: Ukrainian Red Cross

Bono's Birthday, Part 3: Bono Stories!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 16 May 2020 05:00:00 GMT

All month we are celebrating Bono's 60th Birthday! You've been asking and we've been promising... November 1997 puts us on the PopMart tour in San Antonio, Texas and Atlanta, Georgia. We talked a lot about these shows in S1:E10 so, if you want to hear about the music, go back to that. Otherwise, this ep has 0% music and 100% Bono stories. We have some silly and sweet ones and we're ready to share. Jenny found the keys to the time machine and the bus is leaving the station so, grab a seat and buckle up for the ride! #bono60 SOCIAL MEDIA: @the_gardentarts WEBSITE: www.thegardentarts.com EMAIL: wearethegardentarts@gmail.com

What's Going On: Dream it All Up Again

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 06:00:00 GMT

One last ep before we take a few weeks off for the summer. We’ve got the Euro 2020 performance, The Edge on Ciara‘s Pink Sparkle Pod Adam talking about the future of his his music, and so much more!

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The Virtual Road: PopMart in Mexico

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 07 Apr 2021 06:00:00 GMT

U2 streamed a remastered version of PopMart Live from Mexico on their YouTube page and we had a blast watching it together with the U2fam on twitter. Take a listen! If you have the concert at home, pop it in the VHS or DVD player and play along. Boom cha!

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The Only Inauguration Coverage You Need

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 07:00:00 GMT

The 2021 US Presidential inauguration was a full week ago! What more could you want or need? This. This is what you need. (And yes, we talk U2... we couldn't leave them out!)

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Book Tour Bootcamp & Birthday Jealousy

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 05 Oct 2022 06:00:10 GMT

BOOK TOUR! BOOK TOUR! There's a book tour! Will we make it to a date?

FINALLY! The Jann Wenner's answer to who's lying, Obama of Bono?

And so much more. Take a listen and hope to see you on tour!

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What's Going On: Ghostwriting the Synagogue Newsletter

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 20 Oct 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Pandora, The Edge tweets and Hillary's secret as a ghostwriter for her synagogue newsletter. Also, the Walking Dead, Ted Lasso and more U2 news! Plus, we're back on the Skrewball.

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CHARITY OF THE MONTH: Irish Hospice Foundation

And May His Dream Be Realised

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 19 Jan 2022 07:00:00 GMT

Today we honor MLK. We couldn’t let this ep pass without the obvious U2 reference and of course a PopMart fun fact!

What's Going On: U2 News and a Special Guest

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 08 Dec 2021 07:00:00 GMT

So much going on in the u2 world and we need to catch up. Hillary's littlest brother, Jeremy, joins us for conversation, fun and Irish coffees.

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CHARITY OF THE MONTH: (RED)

What's Going On: Bono dreams are always frustrating

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 06:00:00 GMT

A quick little ep! And you know your Bono dreams are frustrating, too.

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CHARITY OF THE MONTH: Irish Hospice Foundation

What's Going On: Who Needs a New Car?

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 29 Sep 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Those U2 boys just keep popping into our feed! Let's talk about Bono in Turin for DRIVE (RED), U245 and respecting privacy with a side of pop-sockets. (Sometimes we just don't know when to stop. Ha!)

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CHARITY OF THE MONTH: mencap.org.uk

What's Going On: NEW SONGS!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 26 May 2021 06:00:00 GMT

What's going on? We'll tell you what's going on! We've got TWO! NEW! SONGS! Courtesy of Bono and The Edge. There's nothing else to say except listen in to hear more!

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St. Patrick’s Day 2021

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Let’s visit some of our favorite sites around Dublin and Ireland. Sláinte! 🍻

It's Adam Clayton's Birthday!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 13 Mar 2021 07:00:00 GMT

Celebrate the jazz man with us as we chat about some of our favorite bass lines... and that strong eye contact!

This is Where We've Bean: March

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 03 Mar 2021 07:00:00 GMT

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... March! 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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A Celebration!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 30 Dec 2020 07:00:00 GMT

There are 3 parts to this party...

1. It's Jenny's birthday!

2. A 2020 recap as we kick it in the ass goodbye and

3. What's to come in the Tart world in 2021!

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Happy Birthday, Larry Mullen, Jr!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 31 Oct 2020 06:00:00 GMT

It's Saturday, October 31, 2020 which means it's Larry Mullen, Jr.'s 59th birthday! Join the party as we share Larry encounters and wonder if he likes ice cream sandwiches with his whiskey. You aren't going to want to miss these tales. They are a hoot! Raise a glass to our favorite drummer with us!

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SPECIAL EDITION: Wear a Fucking Mask! And Vote!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 07 Oct 2020 17:22:01 GMT

We've got a bit of U2 news but also, Garden Tart Hillary talks about her COVID-19 diagnosis and not only the importance of voting but how we can help you do so. Take a listen!

#u2 #u2podcast #votebaby #rockthevote #bono #wearamask

U2 Turns 44! Let's Party Like It's 2016!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Fri, 25 Sep 2020 06:00:00 GMT

On Friday, September 25, 2020, U2 turns 44! The fan community loves to honor this day which gives us a chance to reminisce about U240 in Cleveland. We were there and we know many of you were, too. Come celebrate with us!

#u2 #bono #u240 #u244 #thegardentarts #u2podcast

What the Heck Have We Been Doing? Season 2 Recap

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 06 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT

It's been over a year since we started this little project and here we are... at the end of season 2! What a season it has been. Before we move onto season 3, let's take a look back and see what the heck we have been up to.

Q&A From Listeners Like You!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 04 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

We've been asking and you've been answering! Thanks to @Milow1992, @madfl3a, @sidowski, @KevinS2U, @humans.of.u2 (IG), @wyse2point7, @AdamsKimono and @AchtungCasey for submitting questions for us to answer. Want to know what they asked us and how we answered? You'll have to tune in to find out!

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Adam Turns 60!: Happy Birthday to the Jazzman

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Fri, 13 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Our favorite boys from the northside of Dublin have some milestone birthdays coming up and the first to turn 60 is yer man Adam Clayton! Come join the celebration with the Garden Tarts as we recount 60 fun facts about our favorite bass player. SOCIAL MEDIA: @the_gardentarts WEBSITE: www.thegardentarts.com EMAIL: wearethegardentarts@gmail.com

The Joshua Tree 2019 Tour in Sydney: November 23, 1997 vs. November 22, 2019

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 04:00:47 GMT

U2's The Joshua Tree Tour 2019 landed in Sydney, Australia for two nights, starting on November 22, 2019, the 22nd anniversary of Michael Hutchence's death. Michael Hutchence, who was the lead singer of INXS and a good friend of U2's, died in Sydney on November 22, 1997. We were at the U2 show on November 23, 1997 in San Antonio, Texas and have raw and emotional memories from that night and the proceeding concert in Atlanta, Georgia. Tune in as we reminisce about November 1997 on the PopMart tour and compare the similarities to November 2019 in Sydney, Australia. And of course, more questions over whiskey and cake for Bono! The Garden Tarts on Twitter: @the_gardentarts The Garden Tarts on Instagram: @the_gardentarts #U2 #U2JT19 #TheJoshuaTreeTour2019 #U2Sydney

TART Talk: The Unforgettable Fire - Dreaming It All Up Again, Part I

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Tue, 15 Oct 2019 19:44:52 GMT

We get a tad bit serious on this one, discussing U2’s 4th full-length LP, The Unforgettable Fire. Mostly making our way through the maze of Eno-ness, relishing in the poetry and digging the bass lines. Dedicated in tribute to Jim Henke. Join in on the conversation!

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Dance of Felt, Adventures with Chipmunks & Other Non-Fake News

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 15 Jul 2020 04:00:48 GMT

Welcome back! We've got baby news, Larry news, background music news, voting news, Baby news (note the capitalization) and who-are-these-people-listening-to-us-? news. Come join in on the fun! Sid did. You can, too! Leave us a message at anchor.fm/thegardentarts.com/message. And wear your mask! Love ya!

This is Where We've Bean: July

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 04 Jul 2020 04:00:53 GMT

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... July! It is, after all, a musical journey. Maybe you've been to some of the same shows! (We know some of you have!)

Last Call! for the Joshua Tree Tour 🥂

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Fri, 20 Dec 2019 17:34:48 GMT

It’s our final episode for 2019 and Season 1! Grab a drink and take a listen as we chat about the last Joshua Tree 2019 Tour shows in Seoul, Manila and Mumbai. There were press conferences, photo shoots in a pool, the live debut of Ahimsa and so much more! Special shoutouts to our girls Phoebe Robinson and Chrissy Teigen. And don’t miss our reviews of both chocolate and peanut butter whiskey. (whaaaa?) We can’t wait to chat with you! ♥️

U2's Wave of Sorrow (Birdland): The Story and Impact of the Song

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Join Hillary and Jenny as they dive into the hauntingly beautiful unreleased track "Wave of Sorrow" by U2. Recorded during the Joshua Tree era, this song captures Bono's emotional journey through Ethiopia in the mid-1980s. Discover the story behind the lyrics and the impact of this powerful piece on U2's musical evolution.

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COVID Check-In: The Post-Bono-Birthday Hangover

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 13 May 2020 04:00:10 GMT

Here we are... checking in AGAIN. (I say that as if a) it’s a surprise and b) it won’t be happening for a while.) We recap our Bono Birthday festivities, chat (ok, laugh) about a little U2 news and stories about our days. Oh! And hear from our check-in guests, Jo and Heshan. Social: @the_gardentarts / email: wearethegardentarts@gmail.com / Leave is a message: anchor.fm/thegardentarts/message

What's Going On: Songs of Inconvenience

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 07 Sep 2022 06:00:45 GMT

This week in Pop history and what's been going on this week with the U2s!

African Well Fund at 23 and Bono at 65: Celebrating Bono's Birthday

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 07 May 2025 06:00:00 GMT

On May 10, Bono turns 65. That means the African Well Fund has launched the 23rd annual Build a Well for Bono's Birthday fundraiser. We revisit and share clips from past episodes with some of the amazing U2 fans behind the African Well Fund.

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Getting to Know a U2 Fan: 20 Questions For Jenny

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Get to know Jenny with 20 questions from Hillary. She had no idea what was coming for her. We had a blast putting this together.

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The One About Gracie Abrams (but still U2)

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 06:00:00 GMT

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.

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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!

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U2 Friends Forever: The One About Our Friends

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 26 Jun 2024 06:00:00 GMT

We've got some Mini Content™ to cover, and then we tell a few little ditties about meeting U2 friends over the years. It's amazing how the U2 fam comes together in the most unexpected ways! We want to hear your stories, too.

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Why Was Bono in Tokyo?

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 29 May 2024 06:00:00 GMT

If nothing else, this episode is full of passion and opinions. There might be some U2 content. And we still don't know why Bono was in Tokyo. Come chat with us!

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U2: Song by Song

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 22 May 2024 06:00:00 GMT

AJ Sams of U2songs.com has a brand new U2 book out, U2: Song by Song. We had the honor of speaking to him about the book, U2songs, his U2 origin story and more fun stories. You don't want to miss this episode! Listen to the end for the chance to win a copy of the book.

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U2 at Sphere: Oops. I Did It Again!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 07:00:00 GMT

After all that whining about not being able to go back to Vegas, Jenny makes last-minute arrangements to go to the final U2 show at Sphere. This episode is a result of that!

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The Week in Rock

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 04 May 2022 06:00:00 GMT

Hillary and Jenny put on their best Kurt Loder hats and bring you The Week in Rock! U2-style! And of course, this week on Pop history. www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts CHARITY OF THE MONTH: Ukrainian Red Cross

Pop! Quiz

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Thu, 18 Aug 2022 10:06:04 GMT

We’ve got some U2 world updates but mostly we have fun quizzing each other about all things POP! We want you to quiz us, too! Take a listen and find out more.

What’s Going On: The Only News You Need

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 24 Mar 2021 06:00:00 GMT

We've got Garden Tart news! U2 news! Vaccine news! And so much more! Tune in for this quick ep to hear everything you need for the week. You won't regret it. thegardentarts.com SUPPORT US ON www.patreon.com/thegardentarts! twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts MERCH STAND: merch.thegardentarts.com

TART Talk: Good Stuff, Baby! Part 1 - U2 Learns to Use Their Rock ‘n’ Roll Powers for Good

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Mon, 28 Oct 2019 23:26:32 GMT

Early on in their career - before they made it big - U2 knew they needed to use their rock and roll powers for good. In this ep we take a look at the beginning of their philanthropic work starting with Band Aid and then Live Aid, Self Aid for Ireland, Artists Against Apartheid, and Amnesty International’s Conspiracy of Hope tour. *phew!* That’s a lot! Luckily there is a lot of ironed hair and fringed coats to talk about, too. Join in on the conversation!

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What's Going On: Let Freedom Sing!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 06:00:00 GMT

It's feast or famine in the U2 fan world and our bellies are full! We've got multiple Bono sightings (plus a Major Award), Adam talking mental health, new release news and oh, so, much, more. www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts CHARITY OF THE MONTH: Ukrainian Red Cross

Holiday Road: Summer Travel & Edge's Birthday

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 12:07:49 GMT

In this week's U2 podcast ep:

Jenny travels back up to Canada (again) for a Stranger Things Experience
Edge turns 62
Hillary reminisces about a super scary Halloween

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Bullet the Blue Sky: A U2 Tribute Band

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 06:00:00 GMT

Even our U2 content is "ish". We're on two different ends of the spectrum in this episode. Jenny learns about her family in Germany and Hillary went to see Bullet the Blue Sky, a U2 tribute band. Very different events but we both had a great time! (Not much of an argument that Hillary's time was better.)

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Correspondent Jenny Reporting from Dalkey

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 12 Jul 2023 06:00:00 GMT

This year's Dalkey Book Festival featured two local talents who also happen to be two of the U2s. Once again, Friend of the Tarts and Ireland Correspondent Jenny Sermas reports back from what it was like being in Dalkey for the event. Take a listen to hear more!

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A Garden Tart Update

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 06:00:00 GMT

We took a page out of Bono’s book and talked about how we have nothing to talk about but then, we found plenty to say! Other U2ish podcasts we’ve listened to, a SOS listening update, strange and startling things and some updated features. You’ll know them when you hear them! Boom Cha!

Listeners Save the Day: Your Questions

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 06:00:00 GMT

A big thank you to the U2Fam on twitter who gave us stuff to chat about. Songs on SOS that could be at the Sphere. SOS songs potentially replace the original. Why Two Hearts Beat at One and The Fly are amazing. All things Adam, including his garden. What our new (currently hypothetical) show on U2X should be called. Tune in!

The Good Ol’ Eight-Track

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 07:00:28 GMT

Answering the question, what songs are we most excited to hear reimagined? We tasked each other with picking two songs from each record to be most excited about. 8 out of 40. Sometimes it was easy, other times it wasn't. We hope you'll listen and play along. Plus, rumors about Vegas, Bono on SmartLess, sitting on the floor and so much more. www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

BEE a Kind Fan

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 08 Feb 2023 07:00:23 GMT

The U2 fan world is a big one. We are notoriously kind - looking out for each other to the extreme - and notoriously, well, not so kind. Consider this a PSA. Plus, plenty of strange and startling things and some how DMB and John Mayer tangents?! We never know where we are going to end up! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

Uncle Bono and a Semi-Charmed Life: A Conversation with Arion Salazar

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 16 Nov 2022 07:00:25 GMT

In 1997 the new baby band, Third Eye Blind, had a chance to open for U2 on the PopMart Tour. Today we share our conversation with Arion Salazar, the original bass player for Third Eye Blind, on what it was like to play those opening slots, his experiences with U2 and how his fandom has grown. You don't want to miss this conversation. It's one for the books! Also, Arion answers the big questions like... what would he ask Bono over whiskey and cake?

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It's All Happening!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 06:00:52 GMT

We are one week out from seeing Bono on his buuk tour in New York! Here's a quick ep, catching up on the Bono/U2 news of the day. www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

Buuk Tuur Cha

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 19 Oct 2022 06:00:00 GMT

All the Bono Buuk Tuur news that’s fit to… well, we cover it all! PLUS, a special guest announcement! We’re SO excited!

The Unbelievable Adventures of Barry O. and Bono

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 06:00:00 GMT

This ep is definitely a journey! There's This Week in Pop History, news in the Bono-world and a so much talk about almost everything else. We play a new game called, "who's the liar?" Hallelujah? Sure. Van Halen? Sure. Genesis? Went there. Blossom? Why not! Yiddish lessons? Definitely. And not to forget a very pleased Alice from Wonderland. You're gonna have to hear it all to believe how it all goes together. Were drinks involved? Apparently not enough!

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Let's Get Ready To Rumble!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Thu, 25 Aug 2022 02:00:54 GMT

It’s all POP! All year! This time we reminisce about our 1997 adventures on PopMart. What a trip down memory lane! We’ve got sneezing pop stars, airport shenanigans featuring a certain drummer, flowers in your hair and so much more!

VIP Guests: The Tarts interview Achtoon Baby

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 18 May 2022 06:00:08 GMT

It's not every day we get to hang out with other U2 fan content creators in real life. Join us for Part 1 of the Great Summit between the Garden Tarts and Kelly and PJ from Achtoon Baby. We had a blast interviewing them about their friendship, fandom and online content. Stay tune to next week when we flip roles and PJ and Kelly interview us! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts www.achtoonbaby.com

This Week in Pop History: Viva Las Vegas

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 20 Apr 2022 06:00:00 GMT

April 25, 2022 marks the 25th anniversary of the opening night of PopMart in 1997. We were both there and share some memories. Also: EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENTS! What could they be?! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts CHARITY OF THE MONTH: Ukrainian Red Cross

This Week in POP History: Boom Cha!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 12 Jan 2022 07:00:00 GMT

It's all POP all year long and it starts TODAY! This week in U2 POP history involves the release of the first single, Discotheque. Take a listen and join our hashtag campaign! #U2GTartsWantBoomCha #U2POP25 www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts MERCH: thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts CHARITY OF THE MONTH: Southern Poverty Law Center

This is Where We've Bean: October

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 06:00:00 GMT

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... October! 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 we laugh our arses off. Come along with the fun!

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Weddings, Funerals & Bar/Bat Mitzvahs

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 09 Feb 2022 07:00:00 GMT

So. Much. U2 News. It's insane! We've got Skrewball, Jameson, Fireball and news galore for our favorite Irish fab four. Take a listen and keep an ear out for the Pop File as well as new versions of songs, updates on a new album, more Sing 2 interviews with Bedge, and a LARRY SIGHTING. Plus so much more!

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Larry Turns 60!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sun, 31 Oct 2021 06:00:00 GMT

A grand finally to our series of the U2s turning 60! Finally, the baby of the group, Larry Mullen, Jr., the founder of the Larry Mullen Band, gets his turn at 60 Fun Facts. Enjoy and cheers to our favorite drummer!

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9/11: 20 Years Later

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 11 Sep 2021 06:00:00 GMT

9/11 was a day will we never forget. Where were we when heard the news? What effect did U2's Elevation tour have on us? This ep is a discussion about that collection of memories from those few months in the fall of 2001. Share yours with us, too.

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TART Talk: October (is that all? like, really?) An Encore Presentation

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 06:00:00 GMT

If you aren't a huge fan of U2's October, then this TART Talk is for you! Enjoy this encore presentation as we dive deep into U2’s second album, October. With some sides of whiskey, Fluffy Ducks, time travel, our love of Sting, Bono’s car seat covers, and how *not* to steal Bono’s lyrics when they are in your possession. Join in on the conversation!

What's Going On: The Good, the Bad and the Whiskey

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 06:00:00 GMT

There's a lot going on in the world, non-U2 and U2-wise. We try and hit a bit of it with both love and laughs, heaviness and levity... where necessary. Plus, Hillary's parents are frickin' hilarious. You'll have to listen to hear what we almost named this ep, but didn't want to scare some of you away.

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What's Going On: Six Degrees of Boom Tschak!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 14 Sep 2022 06:00:00 GMT

For the first time in Garden Tart history, we report on all four members of U2 and they aren't together! Tune in to find out what Bono, Adam, Larry and Edge have been up to. Plus, some musing about Kevin Bacon, the Dublin airport and a surprise fact about Pop that we didn't know! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

This is Where We've Bean: April

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 14 Apr 2021 06:00:00 GMT

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... April! 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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The U2s at Christmas Time

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 23 Dec 2020 07:00:00 GMT

Happy Christmas from The Garden Tarts and U2! (Well, kinda.) The U2s have been doing their thing and we are hear to tell you about it! Bono and Edge do some "busking," Adam is making Christmas playlists and some other interviews, a delayed Record Store Day and more. Come listen along!

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December 1 is World AIDS Day (and why you should shop (RED))

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Tue, 01 Dec 2020 07:00:00 GMT

December 1 is World AIDS Day so we are taking the time to talk about (RED) and Product (RED) with a side of the ONE Campaign. Basically, you're buying presents all ready this season, so why not shop (RED) to help fight the AIDS and COVID-19 pandemics in many African countries? It's as easy as activism gets. Take a listen to this ep to learn more about (RED) and some of our favorite purchases. Also, SHOP our website for special products that will contribute to www.red.org.

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Sexy at 60... and Being Thankful

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Thu, 26 Nov 2020 04:08:52 GMT

The episode in which we are thankful for all things. Not to mention, a special Hot Press giveaway and a special merch sale!

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We Did It!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 11 Nov 2020 07:00:00 GMT

What an update! The United States election results, an update on Hillary's covidness, ATYCLB and other U2 news... and a GIVEAWAY! You'll have to listen to find out more!

#u2 #u2podcast #thegardentarts #bono #music #rocknroll #podcast #podcasters #podcasting #itunespodcast #spotifypodcast #votebaby #rockthevote

TART Talk: How Did U2 Rock Your Vote? from the 2020 U2 Conference

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 04 Nov 2020 07:00:00 GMT

Didn't have a chance to join us on our TART Talk at the U2 Conference? We had a discussion with listeners about how U2 rocked our vote. Take a listen now!

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TART Talk - From the Sky Down: A Conversation

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 06:00:00 GMT

In this TART Talk we continue with our coverage of Achtung Baby and ZooTV as we chat about the U2 documentary, From the Sky Down. This is a must-see movie for all hardcore fans. We would love to talk about it with you!

From the Sky Down playlist on YouTube

A Garden Tart Interview: ZooTV

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 26 Aug 2020 06:00:00 GMT

Hillary's first U2 show was on March 7, 1992 at the Hampton Coliseum. It was on U2's ZooTV Indoor Broadcast tour and it changed her life forever! Grab a drink and have a seat and listen in as Jenny interviews Hillary about her first U2 show.

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Achtung Baby release video

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TART Talk: Achtung Baby, Side A

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 19 Aug 2020 06:00:00 GMT

Welcome to the Garden Tart's TART Talk about U2's Achtung Baby. This has been in production for months and we are so excited to finally share it with you. This one hits deep for us Garden Tarts. We hope you enjoy the discussion and continue with us on twitter at @the_gardentarts.

SHOW NOTES:

From the Sky Down trailer

Bono sings So Cruel, From the Sky Down

Radio is air we can be on...

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 04:00:30 GMT

We're just a few days into U2XRadio and we are in love with it. And we want your help to get on it. Plus, find out everything else going on in our lives during this check-in. Spoiler: Hillary wrote lyrics to our jingle! Now we just need Bono to sing it... and Edge to put a track behind it... we're a third of the way there! We're one step closing to winning an ADDY. (Ha!) Enjoy!

Bono's Birthday, Part 5: Meeting Bono... the first time.

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 30 May 2020 04:00:54 GMT

It's the last weekend of Bono's birthday month. Let's celebrate one more time. Welcome to Part 5 of the Bono Birthday Extravaganza!

It was May 1997, almost 23 years to the day before this episode is released. We were in DC seeing a PopMart show and hoping to meet our favorite band. A lot of the weekend is a blur... thank goodness Hillary's other brother Will was with us to help remember this momentous occasion. We are so excited to have him with us on this ep to reminisce and laugh with us. What a hilarious weekend that was!

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COVID Check-In: Deer, Coyotes & Zombies, Oh My!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 27 May 2020 04:00:22 GMT

Guess who's back... back again... it's us! Your friendly Garden Tarts! We've got stories from the week (what is it with animals nowadays?), a tiny bit of U2 news and a check-in from Lorraine of Cleveland, by way of Limerick. And watch out for those zombies!

COVID Check-In: This is Our House, We Make the Rules

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Tue, 05 May 2020 16:46:44 GMT

It's Cinco de Mayo and we are still here... in quarantine. We wish an old friend a happy birthday, listen to Jenny's family try to destroy the audio of this episode and tell stories about termite vans and booty shorts. (WHAT?!) Grab a drink, tune in and come hang out with us and our two check-in guests, Becky and Sid. Do you want to be featured in a check-in? Go to anchor.fm/thegardentarts/message SOCIAL MEDIA: @the_gardentarts WEBSITE: www.thegardentarts.com EMAIL: wearethegardentarts@gmail.com

COVID Check-In: What U2 Moments Are You Having?

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 22 Apr 2020 18:28:06 GMT

It is April 269, 2020. Yes, the longest April in the history of Aprils. We are going to continue checking in with each other, the U2ness in our lives and with you. Pop in for a moment, take a listen and then come say hi! We're out of Skrewball, so you'll have to BYOW(hiskey). And we are soooo very ready to get to May and celebrate Bono's birthday! Are you onboard? The (Zoo) train is leaving the station!

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Four Fun (U2) Facts with the Garden Tarts

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 18 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Check out this ep as we chat about some fun U2 facts. Maybe it is stuff you know... or maybe it's not! There is only one way to find out. You will have to listen!

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COVID Check-In: U2 News Round-Up

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Thu, 16 Apr 2020 15:43:13 GMT

We are on day 269 of quarantine... isolation, dislocation, separation... you get the point. We're here to check in with each other and with you. Plus, there is some U2 news to report! So, grab a drink and join us for this super quick mini ep. Then reach out to let us know how you are doing.

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COVID Check-In: We Get to Carry Each Other

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 08 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

U2 fans are a global community and we can't help but think about all of you during these uncertain times. Take a quick listen as we check in with each other and ask you to check in with us. Sending our love to the entire U2 Family....

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Let Your Love Be Known: A Lockdown Check-in

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 04:01:59 GMT

COVID-19 is a full-on global pandemic and we are mostly ordered to stay-in-place at home. So, we wanted to check in with each other and with YOU to make sure everyone is healthy and safe. Come relish in the new song from Bono on St. Patrick's Day, a Hewson family photo and the local community coming together online, including #U2getherAtHome. So, grab a drink, take a deep breath and escape from the news for just a bit with us.

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What's Going On: Fun U2 Stories in the News

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 06:00:00 GMT

It's funny what a quick google search will bring up! Sweet, silly and downright hilarious... come join the fun!

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What's Going On: Bono, DMX and... Cicadas?

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 02 Jun 2021 06:00:00 GMT

We're feeling a whole lot less U2ish nowadays with the wheels-a-turnin' out of the U2 world! We've got Bono and DMX, news from Steve Lillywhite, some U2 fun facts and a little too much talk about cicadas. But don't hold that against us! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts MERCH: thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts CHARITY OF THE MONTH: www.sageusa.org

U2: The Gift that Keeps on Giving... "Ahimsa" is Here

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 20:21:49 GMT

The holidays have not yet arrived but that hasn't stopped U2 from giving us an early present... a new song! "Ahisma" was released on November 22, 2019 at midnight local time (that's a good cover band name... but for who? Listen to find out!) and we are in love. We recognize not everyone agrees and we talk about it alllll in this new mini episode. Plus, super important questions for Bono over whiskey and cake... but, what kind of cake? That's the biggest question of them all! The Garden Tarts on twitter: @the_gardentarts The Garden Tarts on instagram: @the_gardentarts The Garden Tarts in email: wearethegardentarts@gmail.com www.thegardentarts.com #u2 #u2ahimsa #thejoshuatreetour2019

What's Going On: Busting Edge

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 06:00:00 GMT

What do clay busts of Edge, the Olympics, Paul McGuiness and Bruce Springsteen have in common? They are all mentioned in this ep! Also, Jenny's getting a new mic STAT. Last ep with these stupid sound issues. Thanks for your patience! Also - GIVEAWAY! Listen to the end to find out the details!

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CHARITY OF THE MONTH: musicrising.com

(I can't believe) The News Today in the U2verse

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Fri, 06 Dec 2019 20:20:03 GMT

The news in the U2verse keeps on exploding! We have solved the mystery of the Sunday Bloody Sunday conundrum, U2 license plates and what's going on inside Bono's brain. Join us as we chat about the latest shows in Australia and Asia, the literal and figurative earthquake and a misfired announcement. Our ever important questions for Bono over whiskey and cake (which won't be Hillary's mom's bourbon cake) and some surprise questions for Edge and Larry. (If they'll have us.) So, grab a drink, take a listen and don't forget to shop (RED) this holiday season.

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What's Going On? A LOT

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 06:00:22 GMT

This ep is light on the 'ish and heavy on the U2. There is lots going on in the U2 world and we have questions for Bono over whiskey and cake. In this ep:

a major guest announcement (oops!)
Sarajevo Film Festival (and yes, we figured out the strike question. We'll answer next week.)
reissued and remastered "Stay (Faraway, So Close)" and how it compares to the 1993 release
Sinead O'Connor's funeral
T.Rex film
and our ever growing intrigue about what The Fly 2023 will look like.

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The Ep About (almost) Nothing

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 24 Feb 2021 07:00:00 GMT

Here we are, the end of February, and trudging through like everyone else. Come on this casual ride with us... we aren't sure where we're going but you're always welcome to come along.

TART Talk: The Joshua Tree, Side A - Taking on Goliath

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sun, 17 Nov 2019 01:37:59 GMT

Welcome to Side A of U2's the Joshua Tree, the album that took them to the top! Pour your favorite drink, take a seat and join us for this musical journey. We'll go through the desert, fist pump at Edge's house, be lit and late in Las Vegas, take Bono's hand - and a leap of faith - through Streets and straight back to Dublin. We can't wait to see you there.

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The U2 Joshua Tree 2019 Tour Arrives New Zealand

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Mon, 11 Nov 2019 23:52:28 GMT

The boys are back on tour and, even though they are on the other side of the world from us, we are staying tuned in! After seeing the Joshua Tree 30th Anniversary Tour in the States, we are excited to see how it evolves while touring through Oceania and parts of Asia. Join us for this mini ep where we look at the setlist, recap some moments, discuss Larry's hair, and have more questions to ask Bono over whiskey and cake. #U2JT19 #TheJoshuaTreeTour2019 #u2

TART Talk: Live at Red Rocks - Under a Thundercloud and Rain

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 01:28:38 GMT

We couldn’t talk about War without touching on the live concert film Under a Blood Red Sky. Join us for this “mini” ep (quotes on purpose because it’s only kinda mini) as we finish talking about this pivotal part of U2’s history. (With a whole lot of laughing, too.) Join in on the conversation!

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TART Talk: War - What is it good for? EVERYTHING!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Fri, 06 Sep 2019 00:42:27 GMT

Join us as we dive into U2’s third album War. We talk about how this is make-it-or-break-it, the evolution of the hits, how backstage is fully of corky wine and pretzels, hearing ‘40’ for the first time live and, of course, questions for Bono over whiskey and cake. Join in on the conversation!

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U2 Fan Listener Q&A

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 07:00:00 GMT

We’ve got listener questions to answer for this ep! Thanks to all of you who sent content! These are some big loaded questions. We had a blast answering them. www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

Correspondent Jenny Reporting from Slane

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 05 Jul 2023 06:00:00 GMT

We've always wondered what it's like to see a concert from Slane Castle. Friend of the Tarts Jenny Sermas was there to see Harry Styles so we have deemed her our Ireland Correspondent for this weeks ep. Take a listen and remember to pack snacks!

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The U2 Joshua Tree 2019 Tour Lands in Australia

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Tue, 19 Nov 2019 20:00:34 GMT

U2's The Joshua Tree Tour 2019 has left New Zealand and landed in Australia. Grab a drink as we talk about the first two shows on the continent in Brisbane and Melbourne. Join us for this mini ep as we discuss sweet little piano notes, flavored potato crisps, Bono's pants, Barre Pilates for Beginners with Bono (#bootygains), and recaps of the shows (we didn't forget!). And, of course, more questions for Bono over whiskey and cake. Episode notes: It Might Get Loud official trailer John Philip Holland, Inventor of the submarine For Christchurch: U2’s ‘One’ And Why It Matters About The Word In The Song So Many Get Wrong The Garden Tarts on Twitter: @the_gardentarts The Garden Tarts on Instagram: @the_gardentarts #U2 #U2JT19 #TheJoshuaTreeTour2019

The Virtual Road: Live from Paris

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 21 Apr 2021 06:00:00 GMT

U2 streamed the DVD recording of the Innocence + Experience Live from Paris on their YouTube channel and we had a blast watching it together with the U2 fam on twitter. Take a listen! If you have the concert at home, pop it in the DVD player and play along!

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More 'ish and Taylor Swift

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 06:00:02 GMT

We're a bit all over the place this week with talk of Inhaler and Harry Styles at Slane, The Edge in Italy, Jenny at Taylor Swift and our love of Smartless. Just our usually bestest friend banter! Join us, won't you?

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Rest In Peace, Sinead O'Connor

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 02 Aug 2023 06:00:25 GMT

This ep includes:

Our tribute to Sinead O'Connor
A commitment to All That You Can't Leave Behind
Some strange and startling things
Questions for Bono over whiskey and cake

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Garden Tart Amanda!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT

We have an extra special guest in this episode of the Garden Tarts... Garden Tart Amanda! Hillary and Jenny interviewed Amanda in her home office about some of her favorite times as a curator at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, favorite Garden Tart moments, celebs she's met and, most importantly her preferred drink and favorite cheese. Also, what would Amanda ask Bono over whiskey and cake?

Tune into this whiskey-infused ep and chill with all three Garden Tarts!

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CHARITY OF THE MONTH: Ukrainian Red Cross

TART Talk: He's a Poet and We All Know It

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 07:00:37 GMT

Welcome to our first TART Talk of the year! For this ep we took on the task of picking out one favorite lyric from each album. Just one! (and maybe some runner ups. It was a hard task, ok?!) And Jenny just happened to check her mail only to find a letter from THE EDGE. It's pretty hilarious to go back and hear this moment. We hope you get a kick out of it, too! Definitely need to mark this one explicit.

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Rum & Hummus: A U2 Tribute Band Discussion

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 03 Aug 2022 06:00:00 GMT

Jenny was out of town so Hillary got together with special guests Kelly and Lauren to talk about seeing the U2 tribute band Bullet the Blue Sky. This is a super fun listen!

From the Pop File: Check Your Junk

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 06 Jul 2022 06:00:11 GMT

We catch up with a little what's going on going ons and then only items From the Pop File! In this ep we cover singles released from Pop and all the different versions. Plus, our undying love for I'm Not Your Baby. Grab and drink and take a listen.

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What's Going On: Dressing Like Your Sister, Living Like a Tart

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 15 Jun 2022 06:00:27 GMT

In this ep we add Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me, Kill Me to the Pop File and update on some U2 musings from around the globe.

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Under Pressure: Behind the Scenes of a U2 Podcast

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT

How did our podcast come to be and what is it like behind the scenes? Listen and then you'll know!

NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!

Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOU
What are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake all about? FIND OUT
Wait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDA
Sample our signature series, TART Talks

LEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! It helps people find the show.

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Happy 47th Birthday, U2!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 06:00:17 GMT

The Sphere is almost here, Atomic City is even closer. It's U2's 47th birthday and we're ready for what's next.

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A Sparkly Pink Interview with Ciara Lawrence and the Garden Tarts

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 06:00:00 GMT

We are so incredibly excited to share this interview with the pink diva herself, Ciara Lawrence! We learned so much about her work at Mencap, ways to support people with learning disabilities, how she came to be an ambassador for two different cervical cancer charities and, of course, her relationship as cousin to our favorite guitarist, U2's The Edge. (Did someone say jet skis?) We hope you learn something new and gasp with us as we learn the amazing celebrity encounters she has had. This is an absolutely blast, y'all. It's the first, but not the last!

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COVID Check-in: Actual U2 News! (It's true!)

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 01 Jul 2020 16:15:24 GMT

This is the most U2-relevant check-in we have recorded yet! There's a lot of movement in the U2 world... come hear about it! And say hi to Kevin (@kevins2u), too! #onetoabillion #u2xradio

A Garden Tart Reunion

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 11 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

It's not often all three Garden Tarts are together but when we are, bring on the fun and the laughter! Come hang out with us as we clutch our pearls, Hillary saves us from a wasp and we wonder what's to come with the pandemic. DISCLAIMER: This audio was recorder before businesses were closed and stay-in-place orders were made.

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What's Going On: Speaking of Hum Bom...

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 28 Apr 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Well, listeners, this is easily the most fun we've had in a long time. There's a bit of lightness in the air, if we do say so ourselves! We have a lot of U2-ness to talk about and so many laughs! Plus, Jenny performs party tricks! Please come and join the fun! www.thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts merch.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.thepatreon.com/thegardentarts

Garden Tarts Adventures: MusiCares & the Grammys 2003

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 22 Feb 2020 22:42:13 GMT

February 21, 2020, is the 17th anniversary of the MusiCares event when Bono received the 2003 Person of the Year Award... and we were there! Come down memory lane with us as we reminisce about the pre-party, performances, our dresses and attending the 45th Annual Grammy Awards two nights later. We'll talk about everything from the weather and cracking up Jay-Z to Bono's Tribute Journal and Hillary getting hit by a bear in the middle of Manhattan. Also, we wonder, what hostess gift would *you* bring for whiskey and cake at the Hewson's? Come on the ride with us! SOCIAL MEDIA: @the_gardentarts WEBSITE: www.thegardentarts.com

Listener Q&A Round 2

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 29 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

We've got some quick stories here but mostly we spend this episode answering U2 questions from... you! Specifically: @Handles_71, @sidowski, @PJDeGenaro, @TheRealMessing, @g_gormo, @Stezza_Dozza and @iChris Make sure you stick through to the very end because we get some last minute questions right before we end! #u2 #u2podcast #bono #u2xradio

Girls on Film: If God Will Send His Angels video shoot

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 06:00:21 GMT

We've been teasing this content for almost the entire life of our little pod. Finally, on the 25th anniversary of the filming of the If God Will Send His Angels video shoot... we have our story to tell you! There are buses, cars, corn bread, prostitutes, staring contests, hugs, a motorcade and so much more. Don't miss this one!

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U2 and Sphere Sneak Peak with Rolling Stone's Andy Greene

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 06:00:49 GMT

This week’s ep features Rolling Stone’s Andy Greene and his experience previewing the Las Vegas Sphere technology. He’s got us so excited! He's been to the facility in Burbank, CA and has experience all but the (even better than the) real thing. He's excited. We're excited. Listen to his hopes for the set list and our big question... what does he think The Fly will look like? www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

U2 in Vegas is This Month, Y'all

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 06 Sep 2023 06:00:51 GMT

We are in the month of Vegas! What felt so far away is finally here. In this ep:

Tribute to Jimmy Buffett
News of Steve Harwell of Smash Mouth
Vegas expectations
Adam Clayton and Elephant in the Room
U2:UV and Zoo Station
Questions for Bono over whiskey and cake
An important question for you!

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Pleased to Meet You! Now You Know Our Names!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 07:00:00 GMT

*drum roll, please!*

2022 brings you brand new Garden Tarts! Ok, ok... we're our same irreverent selves, but we've got a new look! Logo, website, newsletter and more to come. Today's ep starts season 4 with a special announcement about what's to come. We've got big plans! But you'll have to listen to find out more.

We have a lot of new listeners so we've taken a lot of this ep to reintroduce ourselves and what to expect from our U2ish podcast. Old or new, you're not going to want to miss this ep and what's to come.

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Viva Las Vegas, Baby!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 06:00:19 GMT

The details are finally here for U2 in Las Vegas and we are STOKED. We chat about Vegas, New York, Italy, Munich (just kidding). We are ready for what's next!

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Velvet Mofos: The Tarts Take DC (featuring U2)

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 07 Dec 2022 07:00:23 GMT

The Garden Tarts (all 3 of us!) were in DC over the weekend with + guest Lauren. AND the U2s. We felt the awe that surrounds of the Kennedy Center Honors and saw Bono speak with Jon Meacham at the Washington National Cathedral. (What an epic venue!) We almost literally ran into Adam Clayton, got glimpses of all four lads at the Kennedy Center, was in the presence of the biggest celebrity we've ever seen, and met some amazing online fan friends IRL! And we mighta heard Bono talk about his buuk as well as recite AC/DC lyrics. We then promptly overserved ourselves too much tequila and then recorded this ep. This is a wild ride. And please don't call hotel security on us.

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U2 + Heavy On the 'ish Again

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 07:00:00 GMT

We're a U2-ish podcast. Sometimes heavy on the U2. Sometimes heavy on the 'ish. With the band not back in Vegas yet or making any other news, we had to resort to other rambling content. Plus... we finally reveal our listener from the Philippines!

U2 in Atomic City: Blah Blah Blah

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 08 Nov 2023 07:00:00 GMT

In this ep:

U2 shakes up their set list
Voice memo from Sarah Stone about the 11/4 Sphere show in comparison to the opening night
Planning our trip back in February
Shine Like Stars vs. Do You Hear Me Comin'
Cake and whiskey and questions for Bono
and even more...

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Happy Birthday, The Edge!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Mon, 08 Aug 2022 06:00:00 GMT

It's Monday, August 8, 2022 which means it is the Edge's 61st birthday! This may be a reply ep but still join the party as we share Edge encounters and wonder what kind of cake he prefers. We ask Fake Edge (@DearBAEatu2) some more questions, too. Raise a glass to our favorite guitarist with us! Find us online at www.thegardentarts.com instagram / twitter: @the_gardentarts #u2, #u2podcast, #theedge

VIP GUEST: Andy Greene, U2 Fan and Rolling Stone Magazine Senior Writer

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 08 Mar 2023 07:00:00 GMT

AN ENCORE PRESENTATION: Friend of the Tarts Andy Greene just published a great interview with The Edge in Rolling Stone. It’s always good when “one of us” has the ear of the band. We thought we’d share this again. This is one you *definitely* don't want to miss. Andy Greene, Senior Writer for Rolling Stone magazine and U2 fan extraordinaire talks Rolling Stone, his fandom, interviewing U2, meeting your heroes, being a NY Times Best Seller and so much more. This is an absolute blast!

COVID Check-In: Stories that Define Quarantine... and Fan Letters

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 20 May 2020 15:50:41 GMT

What has your week been like? Hear about ours (we hope you laugh!) and also check-ins from Rob in Houston, Texas, and Anwen from New Zealand. We cover Bono's Full Irish playlist as well as chat about his 60 songs and accompanying fan letters. What is your favorite? We collect more romantic duet examples for Bono and Edge to perform and so many more shenanigans. Come along for the ride! twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

Back from Vacay!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 06:00:00 GMT

You may not have noticed we were gone but, we were and it's time to catch up. Join Jenny and Hillary as we catch up after a few weeks off. We talk everything from the Sphere to Zooropa 30 to the U2 cover band Hillary is seeing this weekend. Join the convo!

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Margarita Drama + Some U2

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 02 Oct 2024 06:00:00 GMT

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.

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A Pink Sparkle Ep with Ciara Lawrence

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 28 Aug 2024 06:00:00 GMT

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!

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U2 Stories & Yom Kippur: The Beautiful Circles

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 06:00:00 GMT

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.

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This is Where We've Bean: December

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 09 Dec 2020 07:00:00 GMT

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... December! In December we've been scolded by Bono, slept in the snow, driven under the Florida night sky, found a bear in Utah, former tennis sensation Jim Courier and so much more! 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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TART Talk: Achtung Baby, Side B

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 02 Sep 2020 06:00:00 GMT

You know you want it. Submitting transmition. Side B of our Achtung Baby journey. And yes, if you listened to Side A, you know that we turned this super serious review into a drinking game. What's a Tart to do? Join the fun and the conversation!

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Happy Birthday, The Edge!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 08 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT

It's Saturday, August 8, 2020 which means it is the Edge's 59th birthday! Join the party as we share Edge encounters and wonder what kind of cake he prefers. We ask Fake Edge (@DearBAEatu2) some more questions, too. Raise a glass to our favorite guitarist with us!

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Ain't Too Proud to Beg

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 22 Jul 2020 17:52:43 GMT

We've reached Israel! Thank you to new sponsors and social media support. We've got TART Talks, a national change shortage, COVID anxiety and some U2 news to cover, including U2 conference and Fake Bono and Fake Edge on twitter. We pretty much cover it all!

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TART Talk: October (Is that all? Like, really?)

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 12 Jun 2019 16:19:38 GMT

For our second episode, we dive deep into U2’s second album, October. With some sides of whiskey, Fluffy Ducks, time travel, our love of Sting, Bono’s car seat covers, and how *not* to steal Bono’s lyrics when they are in your possession. Join in on the conversation!

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TART Talk: It’s a BOY!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Tue, 28 May 2019 21:38:02 GMT

It’s our first episode so why not start with U2’s first album? Join the Garden Tarts as we talk about Boy, U2’s first full-length album. We want to hear want you have to say, too! Join in on the conversation!

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Happy 48th U2!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 06:02:00 GMT

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

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This Week in POP History: Ash Wednesday & K-Mart

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 16 Feb 2022 07:00:00 GMT

February 1997 brought the announcement of PopMart via a press event at K-Mart in New York City. The lingerie department, nonetheless. We took a watch and cackled along. Adam looks like Gilligan, Edge is dressed all shiny, Larry is confused, and Bono avoids answering any questions.

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U2 in Sarajevo: Kiss the Future

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 15 May 2024 06:00:00 GMT

Jenny and Hillary finally have a chance to watch Kiss the Future. We talk about the movie and a podcast episode Bono did with Christy Turlington for Every Mother Counts.

Bono in Tokyo, Amsterdam and a colorful dining room. Edge and Morleigh in Venice are receiving an award. And, in general, a lot of giggles.

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U2 on the Biggest Screen

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 06:00:00 GMT

In this week's ep:

U2 on the Sphere screen, and a review from Kathy Lewandowski.
Bono in Monte Carlo
The Perfect Couple
Props to Gavin Friday
Just a bit *wink* about the US election
Hillary's reveal on who she met last week
and more!

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Coffee Talk with the Garden Tarts: A Casual Chat With U2 Fans

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 12:17:59 GMT

Grab a cup of joe and join us for a morning chat. We're glad to see Larry on the press junket, hope to see Gavin Friday live, and share music that helps keep us grounded during these uncertain times. Take care of yourself with things that bring you joy.

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Have Mullet Will Travel: U2 (and more) at Live Aid and Live 8

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 16:38:10 GMT

The episode where we discuss Live Aid and Live 8. The ups and downs and, of course, U2's performances.

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A World in White Gets Underway: Happy New Year, U2 Friends!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 07:00:00 GMT

In this fun and uplifting conversation, Jenny and Hillary kick off the New Year by reflecting on their recent adventures! They dive into their cherished Hanukkah traditions and share the thrill of launching Season Seven of their podcast. The duo chats about celebrated figures like Bono and Michael J. Fox, swapping personal stories and connecting with their wonderful community through heartfelt holiday cards. Their discussion covers a variety of topics, from funny fashion blunders to songwriting tips from Edge, and they can’t wait for the new music from U2! Throughout it all, they highlight the power of friendship and support in navigating tough times. It’s a warm and friendly exchange that truly celebrates connection!

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U2TOPIA: An Interview with the U2 Tribute Band

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 06:00:00 GMT

NEW FORMAT! This week on the Garden Tarts:

Side A: An exclusive interview with U2TOPIA, a U2 tribute band, sharing their journey and the art of tribute performances.

Side B: Hillary lets us know how we did on the tribute band setlist game, and we share our dream U2 setlist. (for the moment, anyway!)

And as always -- from now on anyway -- questions for Bono over whiskey and cake.

Whether you're a U2 fan or just love great music stories, this episode offers something for everyone. Tune in for a dynamic blend of interviews and engaging conversations!

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In a Suburb Far Far Away: Happy Birthday, U2! (Star Wars style)

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 06:00:00 GMT

This week on the Garden Tarts:

Side A: Happy 49th birthday to the U2s! (Star Wars style?!)

Side B: A niche list of U2 songs... can you name them all? Songs where the title is NOT in the lyric.

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Clown Car: U2 Tour-Related Stories

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 16:04:26 GMT

This week on the Garden Tarts:

Side A - Songs to Skip: There is a (figurative) gun to your head, and you must choose one song on each U2 album to skip. What would those songs be?

Side B - Stories for Boys: Hillary and Jenny each share a tour-related story they would like to share with the band.

And, of course, questions for Bono over whiskey and cake! 🍰 🥃

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Under the Influence: How U2's Music Shaped Our Musical Education

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:48:37 GMT

🎙️ Dive into Side A where we explore how modern-day artists are bridging generations, teaching the youth about the rich musical past with their electrifying performances. And of course, who influenced us. 🎶

Switch gears to Side B for a collection of fun facts and intriguing tidbits about U2, including Bono's influences and some surprising concert stats. 🎸

And of course Questions for Bono over whiskey and cake.

Join us for a journey through music history and trivia!

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Unos, Dos, Tres, Friday!: Quick Look at 2 of Our Favorite U2 Songs

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT

It's a short and sweet one! This week on the Garden Tarts:

Side A: A look at U2's cover of Lou Reed's "Satellite of Love."

Side B: "She's a Mystery to Me," written by Bono and The Edge, recorded by Roy Orbison. It's one of our favorites!

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Malicious Mischief: U2 News and Fan Encounters

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 07:00:00 GMT

This week on The Garden Tarts:

Side A: U2 news and new books!

Side B: Hillary shares the story of an unexpected U2-fan encounter

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Muggles: What Songs Would We Play to Turn Someone into a U2 Fan?

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 06:00:00 GMT

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..."

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The Showman Jr.: Elijah Hewson Makes a Name for Himself in Inhaler

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT

This week on the Garden Tarts:

Side A: Fifth time is a charm! Hillary finally sees Inhaler. And what an adventure it took to get there! We're glad she didn't get m*rdered.

Side B: Jenny and Hillary each pick three non-U2 concerts that were memorable. What are some of yours?

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Radio Edit: The Evolution of Music Consumption from U2 Fans

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT

In this engaging conversation, Hillary and Jenny explore the evolution of music consumption from their childhood experiences to the present day. They discuss how technology has changed the way music is discovered and enjoyed, reflecting on personal memories tied to music and radio. The conversation also touches on the significance of music in their lives and the culture of record collecting.

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Start Me Up: The Tone of U2 Album Openers

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 30 Jul 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Every album opener sets the tone -- so which ones slam the door open and which knock politely?

Join the Garden Tarts as they dive into a discussion about the significance of album openers in music. They share their top and bottom tracks from various albums and engage with listener opinions. The conversation wraps up with a teaser for upcoming content and a call for listener feedback.

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Vorsprung Durch Technik: Technology is Not Our Friend for This U2 News Ep!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Technology was not on our side while making this ep! But we made it. We know what we want to interview Bono about, Hillary has some thoughts on the youths, and we share another voice memo about Bono's film. It's a wild ride. This episode is definitely better to watch!

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They Did It His Way: U2 News!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 28 May 2025 21:41:35 GMT

When it rains, it pours! It's been a U2 drought for too long, and now they are everywhere... and we love it! The Garden Tarts go over some of our favorite press moments from the last week. RTE, the Ivors Awards, Titanic Museum, and Stories of Surrender press abound! And let's not forget The Edge's angelic voice preaching the truth.

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We Want to Be Pope-ular: A New Pope and U2 News

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 06:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Jenny and Hillary check in with what's happening in their worlds: Passover, Easter, winnings at community events, world news, the Pope. There's some light U2 news, too.

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In the Name of Whiskey: Gavin Friday's Work in Movies

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Gavin Friday is on tour, and it was the anniversary of the release of the "In the Name of the Father" single, so we thought we'd talk about Gavin's work in movies. Tune in!

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U2's War vs. The Unforgettable Fire: The Ultimate Smackdown!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT

We asked and you answered! If you had to choose between War and Unforgettable Fire, which would it be? We loved so many of your answers!

Also, Jenny made a pretty cool purchase. You'll have to watch the video to see it.

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Under the Covers: A Look at Covers by U2

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT

We have picked four random U2 B-sides to discuss. And goodness do we have opinions!

Fortunate Son
Unchained Melody
Instant Karma
Paint is Black

All this with a side of breast cancer awareness and the importance of women talking to women. Let's go!

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Getting to Know a U2 Fan: 20 Questions For Hillary

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 19:50:05 GMT

It's Hillary's turn to get known!. Tune in as Jenny asks Hillary 20 questions. Still need to hear Jenny's 20 answers to 20 questions? Check out last week's ep.

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The 'Ish List, part 1: U2 Fans Sharing Non-U2 Music!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 07:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Jenny and Hillary share personal updates, recount memorable nights out filled with unexpected conversations. They introduce the 'Ish List, featuring artists they like that are not U2-linear. There are grievances about social interactions and generational communication challenges.

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U2 Performances on SNL: Celebrating 50 Years

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT

The 50th anniversary special of Saturday Night Live was airing as we recorded this episode. We take the opportunity to go over the times U2 has been on SNL as well as the many times Bono has been portrayed by the cast.

Jenny got her U2:UV book, so we do a little show-and-tell, too.

The one thing this episode does not have is politics! So follow along and grab some laughs!

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We're Packing a Suitcase For a Place...: Travel Tips for Concert-Goes from U2 Fans

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Concert Packing Tips: From comfortable shoes to clear bags, this episode is packed with practical advice for concert-goers.

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Cheers to 2024! and U2!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 03 Jan 2024 17:21:29 GMT

Just a little ditty to ring in the new year. We can't wait to see what 2024 brings for our little podcast! Join us and come along with the ride.

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The Showman: U2's Bono In the Press. Gearing Up for 'Stories of Surrender' Release

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 21 May 2025 06:00:00 GMT

The Showman is BACK! Bono is back and we are filled with joy and pride to see all of the amazing press and reception he's getting for the film version of Stories of Surrender.

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TART Talk: U2 All That You Can't Leave Behind, Side B

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Welcome to the Garden Tart's TART Talk about U2's All That You Can't Leave Behind. This is Side B. We make our way through the final five songs on this album and find out some interesting things about ourselves in the process. Take a listen to the album and then join along with us.

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Breathe Day: Bono and U2 News Updates on Bloomsday

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 14:55:18 GMT

In this episode, the hosts discuss Bono's recent interview with Zane Lowe, reflecting on his personal experiences, stage fright, and the impact of his life events on his music. They also touch on the significance of Bloomsday, Bono's new releases, and his collaboration with Lil Wayne. The conversation highlights the connection between Bono and his audience, as well as the humor and unexpected moments in his life.

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Traumala Shopping: Come Trauma Shop With These U2 Fans

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 07:00:00 GMT

We're celebrating MLK Day and reflecting on the legacy of Cecile Richards. We're making trauma purchases and holding our whiskey close to our chests. It's already been a year. Come have some laughs with us.

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The One Before We See U2 in Vegas at Sphere

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 14 Feb 2024 07:00:00 GMT

This is a quick episode before we head out to Vegas for three U2 shows at Sphere. We recap highlights of the shows last week, all with the Super Bowl on in the background... and all of the commentary that comes with it.

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An Evening with Zootopia from U2.com

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 07:00:00 GMT

We have a special treat! Johnny Bigwave and Michelle from Zootopia/U2.com join us to talk about Las Vegas, Zoo Station, fan events and what they hope to do in 2024 with and for U2 fans in Vegas. Of course we also recap the last few shows in Vegas, too.

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Post Vegas Blues. We Miss U2 and Sphere.

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 07:00:00 GMT

We're home and we're not going back... and we're gonna whine about it. Feeling the post-Vegas blues? Come along for some solidarity. www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

No U2 News is Blah Blah Blah

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Thu, 14 Dec 2023 07:00:00 GMT

The boys are back in Vegas but there’s no new details to report. (Other than something we forget until the very end.) So, we had to find our own way through this ep.

TART TALK: U2 No Line on the Horizon, Side B

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 07:00:00 GMT

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!

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U2 Nostalgia is a B*tch: Sharing Joy When the World is Hard

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 05 Feb 2025 14:32:37 GMT

We hit joy and nostalgia hard in this episode. We have some joyful moments to share in this dumpster fire of a year. And some things hit the nostalgia button, whether we like it or not!

Hillary asked what we would do in some hypothetical Bono situations, and Jenny has a big question about creating U2 "classics."

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Silly "Love" Songs: Examining U2 Love Songs

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 02:54:53 GMT

On this week's episode of the Garden Tarts:

A catch-up on some brief band-member-related news.

Side A: Spanish Eyes

Side B: The Sweetest Thing

Lots of questions for Bono over whiskey and cake!

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All That We Left Behind: Memories of U2 Elevation Tour

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 10 Jan 2024 07:00:00 GMT

We ended 2023 with All That You Can't Leave Behind but couldn't truly be done with it without mention the good, the fun and the bad of the Elevation Tour. Come on down memory lane with us. Maybe it will spark some of your own.

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Pack Your Patience, U2 Fans

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 07:00:00 GMT

The band is back on stage in Vegas, U2.com subscriber gifts are arriving, an announcement about the Grammys and good luck to those of you traveling during Super Bowl weekend!

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TART TALK: U2 No Line on the Horizon, Side A

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 07:00:00 GMT

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.

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The Grammys & Adam Clayton's (U2) Mustache

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 07 Feb 2024 07:00:00 GMT

We mustache you a question... sorry, couldn't help ourselves. In this episode of our U2 podcast we recap U2's performance at the Grammys, catch up on Las Vegas happenings and praise be to the all mighty mustache!

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VERTIGO-GO, U2 Style

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 18 Dec 2024 07:00:00 GMT

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 weird hospitality rooms.

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In Vegas with the Tarts to see U2 at Sphere

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Thu, 22 Feb 2024 19:34:27 GMT

We are back from our last trip to Sphere in Las Vegas. We saw three U2 shows, had the time of our lives and talked to so many fans... of U2 and our podcast! In this episode you'll hear from: Jason and Julie (@VelvetRebel1984) AJ (@U2songs) Melissa (@u2mp3s) Julie from LA Tamara (@20tamara) from London Mike and Amelie Smolko from Washington State Beth from the U2 Tattoo Project (@bethandbono) Irma and Claudia from LA Andrew from New York What a blast this whole thing was. We met so many more people, too. We handed out all 100 of our bracelets (including one to Bono *boom cha!*... and tons of other swag). We can't wait to do something like this again! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

Questions For Bono Over Whiskey & Cake

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 13 Mar 2024 06:00:00 GMT

Long-time listeners know and new listeners are learning that we like to ask Bono questions over whiskey and cake. This time we turned it to you! Megan, Cathy, Dana, Kat and Kevin sent in questions so we poured the drinks, cut the cake and got to asking.

(It should be noted that Bono has yet to respond to our invitations.)

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Oklahoma! The Garden Tarts See U2's Bono and Edge in Tulsa

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 06:00:00 GMT

The Garden Tarts went to Tulsa, Oklahoma, to see Bono & Edge accept the Woody Guthrie Prize on behalf of U2.

Side A: All about us

Side B: All about them

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U2 Podcast Turn 300! Let's Celebrate!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 06:00:00 GMT

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!

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U2's Bono In the News for Upcoming Film, 'Stories of Surrender'

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 14 May 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Bono's Stories of Surrender is about to hit the big (and small) screen. We chat about a recent Bono interview in The Observer ... and have you seen those guns?!

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U2's Bass Trap is a Phish?: Looking Back on U2 Moments in History

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 06:00:00 GMT

We have some U2-aversaries to chat about: Rock's Hottest Ticket and the opening of PopMart. Plus, U2X puts on a killer playlist and Jenny has lots of thoughts about it. Plus, a classic musical misunderstanding: is it bass or bass? Is it fish or Phish?

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TART Talk: U2 How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb, Side B

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 07:00:00 GMT

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.

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U2 Found Treasures: How to Unbox an Atomic Bomb

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 07:00:00 GMT

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.

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TART Talk: U2 How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb, Side A

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 07:00:00 GMT

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.

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Super Mini U2 Ep: Electrical Storm

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 06:00:00 GMT

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 "Electrical Storm." We chat about the song and the video, too. Come play along! If you're on Spotify, be sure to use the survey to tell us which version is your favorite.

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Site Your Source! and Other U2 Shenanigans

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 06:00:09 GMT

In this episode of our U2ish podcast we take on:

The music festival (and so much more ) in Israel
U2's set list choices (aka A Chopped Setlist)
Bono's hair debacle
Gavin Friday's birthday
How people are spewing "facts" with no sources
and more shenanigans!

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Irish Adventures: Jenny's European Vacation

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 17 Jul 2024 06:00:00 GMT

Oh, how we've missed each other... and you! Jenny's back and you get to hear all the tea about her trip. London, Abbey Road, Liverpool, traveling the Irish Sea, the Forty Foot and other Irish adventures.

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Super Mini U2 Ep: Night and Day

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 10 Jul 2024 06:00:00 GMT

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 Night and Day. We chat about the song and the video, too. Come play along!

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Super Mini U2 Ep: A Celebration

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 03 Jul 2024 06:00:00 GMT

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 A Celebration. We chat about the song and the video, too. Come play along!

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U2 Rumors: We're Still on Tokyo. Tokyo?!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 12 Jun 2024 06:00:00 GMT

Nonsense. Absolutely nonsense! Plus U2 rumors and so much more. Keep coming in this ride with us!

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U2 Book Review: Irish in Every Other Way

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 08 May 2024 06:00:00 GMT

We had the honor of interviewing Tatiana Pais Becher, author of U2 Irish in Every Other Way. Hear about her research, interviews with Bono and Edge, and some of our favorite parts of the book.

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An Ep About Nothing: But Still About U2

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 06:00:00 GMT

This ep is a little bit of everything and a whole lotta nothing.

strange deliveries
OJ Simpson
fan mail
This day in U2 history
Kiss the Future
and who knows what else!

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U2:UV and This Week in U2 History

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 27 Mar 2024 08:01:17 GMT

Check-ins with listeners about Kiss the Future, U2:UV at SXSW, this week in U2 history and more. It's a chatty little ep. Join us! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

What U2 Fan is in the Philippines?!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 07:00:00 GMT

We have listeners all over the world but someone in the Philippines has been wracking up our charts and we love them for it! So the quest begins... who are you?! Plus, so much more U2 content. Tune in! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

Dear Diary: The Tarts Take on Las Vegas to See U2

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 06:00:00 GMT

We're trying something different with this ep. We recorded it in bits are we traveled to Las Vegas for two shows at Sphere. We caught up with Julie and Michelle at Zoo Station and also have fan check-ins from Zak, Maia, Austin and Des. This is a fun little one. Enjoy!

Even U2 Roads Lead to Taylor Swift

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 06:00:45 GMT

Not gonna lie... there's a lot of Taylor Swift talk in this ep. Mostly her cultural significance and how that relates to us as U2 fans. We're getting ready to head to Vegas so come help us make some friendship bracelets and listen along!

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So Much U2 in Bits & Bobs

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 06:00:00 GMT

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.

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Hollywood U2 Pays Tribute

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 22:39:02 GMT

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.

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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductions: Cleveland Rocks

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 06:00:00 GMT

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!

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U2 at LIVE AID: Feed the World, Find Your Joy

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 07:00:00 GMT

It's a very irreverent 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.

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Super Mini U2 Ep: Window in the Skies

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 07 Aug 2024 06:00:00 GMT

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!

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U2 News & Politics: It's Hard to Listen While You Preach

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 07:00:00 GMT

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.

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U2 Sightings & Updates: November, December, Remember

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 06 Nov 2024 07:00:00 GMT

This ep is all things NOT election.

It's Hillary's birthday!
December pays tribute to U2 with a new album
U2 sightings and updates
The importance of self-care and community support
An update from Sphere
and Keep Kamala and carry on-ala!

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U2 + Gavin Friday: Look Away!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 06:00:00 GMT

What a week!

New release from Gavin Friday
Lypton Village (and 3/4 of U2) shows up to Gavin's signing
Bono, Edge and Adam are around town
Zane Lowe talks to Edge and Adam about Happiness
Jenny and Amanda see Inhaler (so many feelings)
20 years of the U2 iPod
and VOTE! volunteer! VOTE!

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Who Are These U2 Fans? Pleased To Meet You

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 13:00:27 GMT

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!

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U2 EP Release? Unplayed States and Short People

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 22:39:16 GMT

What doesn't this ep have? We cover:

A new U2 EP release
U2 is still remastering and releasing songs
Where Jenny has bean
States U2 has NOT played (can you guess them?)
Listener call-in review of a U2topia tribute band show
Short people (who aren't in U2)
Voter registration
Olympic excitement!

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Super Mini U2 Ep: Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me, Kill Me

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 24 Jul 2024 06:00:00 GMT

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 "Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me, Kill Me." We chat about the song and the video, too. Come play along! If you're on Spotify, be sure to use the survey to tell us who your favorite Batman is.

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Listener Q & A + U2 Sightings!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 19 Jun 2024 06:00:00 GMT

There have been some band member sightings! We report on those, but mostly, we answer questions from all of you. Thank you to @atu2comSherry, @phistoandfly, @rockmycoffee, @AdamsKimono, @shadiva45 and @iChris for submitting great questions!

Tune in and let us know your answers to the questions, too.

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Staring at the Sun: All Things U2

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 10 Apr 2024 06:00:00 GMT

We take one week off and boom! the sky goes dark! Seriously though, what a week it has been!

Solar eclipse
Edge and Morleigh
Adam and Elephant in the Room
Discoteque and more
A look at subscriber content on U2.com
Is Breakfast Included? podcast recommendations

Come along for the ride.

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We Talk with Ciara Lawrence Who Talks with Adam Clayton of U2

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 06 Dec 2023 07:00:00 GMT

We are delighted to speak, once again, with Ciara Lawrence from Ciara's Pink Sparkle Pod about her discussion with U2's Adam Clayton. We catch up on a little U2 news and then head into the best part with our VIP guest! You don't want to miss this.

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Correspondent Jenny from the Sphere with U2

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 04 Oct 2023 06:00:17 GMT

The Garden Tarts didn't make it to opening night but Correspondent Jenny did! She brings us a full report. Plus, our thoughts on some of the visuals, the set list, famous attendees and assholes on the internet. Plus, an intriguing ticketing idea Metallica uses for their fan club. Would it work for U2 and U2 fans? We aren't so sure. We've got questions for Bono over whiskey and cake, too!

Sphere and Loathing in Las Vegas with U2

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 11:39:29 GMT

The Tarts are back from Vegas and two shows at Sphere. In this ep we cover: Zoo Station Our first thoughts entering Sphere Loathing in Vegas Thoughts from Garden Tart Amanda Hearing So Cruel for the first (and second) time The VIP lounge and riser and brammmmmm! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

What's Coming Up? (Psst... it's for Bono's birthday!)

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 25 Apr 2020 05:00:00 GMT

There just might be something big happening next month in the U2 world.... a major milestone for a certain someone, maybe? You'll have to tune in to find out and hear what we have planned.

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Post-Achtung Baby Blues

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 09 Sep 2020 06:00:00 GMT

What it is like to have finished Achtung Baby, Record Store Day, Bang a Gong and... chicken? There's only one way to find out.

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Encore Presentation: Achtung Baby, Side A

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 03 Nov 2021 06:00:00 GMT

It's all things ACHTUNG BABY this month as we celebration the *30th* anniversary of the release of this iconic U2 album. We'll be running encore presentations of our Achtung Baby TART Talks to celebrate. Never heard them? Tune in! Heard them the first time around? It's time to listen again! (We certainly will!) If you want to play along, be sure to grab a drink. Either way, ENJOY, y'all!

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Ahk-Toong Bay-Bi Covered: A Look at the U2 Cover Album

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 09 Apr 2025 06:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Jenny and Hillary dive into the world of U2's 'Achtung Baby' covers, discussing various artists' interpretations and the impact of these covers on the original songs. They explore the nuances of each track, sharing their thoughts on the performances by bands like Snow Patrol, The Fray, and Nine Inch Nails, while also reflecting on the artists' processes and the emotional resonance of the music. The conversation highlights the balance between honoring the original work and bringing a fresh perspective to beloved songs.

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Mini Ep: A Look at U2's Summer Rain

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 02 Jul 2025 06:00:00 GMT

In this engaging podcast episode, hosts Hillary and Jenny discuss a deep dive into U2's song 'Summer Rain.' They explore the joy and nostalgia associated with music, share heartwarming stories about U2's tributes, and recommend uplifting moments from commencement speeches. The conversation also touches on broader themes of summer in music and nostalgic elements like 'Choose Your Own Adventure' books.

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U2 at the Super Bowl(s) ( and a Non-Zero Percent Change U2 is Trying to Kill Us)

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 12 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT

In this episode of 'Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts,' hosts Jenny and Hillary engage in a lively conversation covering a range of topics from personal updates and pop culture to political discussions and social issues. They share their thoughts on the Super Bowl, the impact of U2's music, and delve into important conversations about trans rights and gender identity. The episode is filled with humor, personal anecdotes, and insightful commentary on current events, making it a rich and engaging listen for anyone interested in the intersection of culture and politics.

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All the Colors Came Out: Play A U2 Song Quiz!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 11:23:12 GMT

This week on the Garden Tarts:

SIDE A: Hillary and Jenny embark on a colorful journey through music, focusing on U2 songs with color titles. The conversation is a delightful mix of music trivia, personal stories, and light-hearted banter.

SIDE B: What U2 songs do we expect a tribute band to play?

Whether you're a die-hard U2 fan or just love a good chat about music, this episode has something for everyone.

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Coldplayed: The Connections between U2 and Coldplay

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Join Hillary and Jenny as they dive into a whirlwind week filled with unexpected twists and heartfelt moments. From discussing the scandal at Coldplay to sharing personal anecdotes about family and community, this episode is a blend of humor, insight, and genuine connection. And of course, the U2/Coldplay connection. Tune in for a candid conversation that touches on everything from music to social issues, all wrapped in the warmth of friendship.

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We'd Play Tambourine in That Band: Bono's Film 'Stories of Surrender'

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT

In this episode, the hosts celebrate Bono's 'Stories of Surrender' film, sharing their experiences from watch parties and discussing the emotional impact of the film. They analyze the artistic direction and share audience reactions, while also touching on Bono's recent media appearances and the potential for award recognition.

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The Tarts Take Manhattans - Bono’s Buuk Tuur

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 07:00:35 GMT

The Garden Tarts are fresh back from the Bono-extravaganza in the Big Apple! We recap: opening night of the Buuk Tuur (also known as Stories of Surrender) wonder why no one is talking about the end of the main act shout out to all of our new (and old!) friends recap The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and Bono. talk about bits NOT SHOWN on the Late Show OR extended version! (what's Bono's favorite and least favorite smell, for instance.) Oh, and we forgot some that we have since remembered. You'll have to tune in next week to find out those. the most epic weekend that wasn't a weekend at all! So much to tune in for! Listen and drop us a line. www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

Bonus Check-In: When the Lights Go Out...

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 17 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT

SURPRISE! We said the next episode was going to be the beginning of Season 3 but we couldn't let this week go by without another check-in. Come along as we check-in with each other, update with some U2 news, hear from Scott of the band December and eat some surprise cake....

Seconds: U2 Game and Reflections on 9/11

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT

In this episode with The Garden Tarts, we delve into a two-part journey:

Side A takes a somber turn as we reflect on the events of September 11th, sharing personal stories and the lasting impact it had on our lives.

Side B lightens the mood with a fun game involving U2 songs, where we challenge each other to describe tracks in under 30 seconds.

Join us for a mix of heartfelt memories, musical fun and questions for Bono over whiskey and cake.

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60 Fun Facts as Bono Turns the Big 6-0!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 02 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Bono's Birthday Extravaganza! Part 1

We are celebrating Bono's birthday all month long! And what better way to kick off the celebration with 60 fun facts in honor of the big 6-0. Grab a drink and a slice of cake and come party with us!

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St. Patrick's Day Special: Come to Dublin With Us! (+ Silly Bono Stories!)

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Tue, 17 Mar 2020 04:01:45 GMT

Come with us down memory lane in Dublin for this special St. Patrick's Day episode. We'll talk about run-ins with Bono and Edge, Ali's shoes, the best Irish coffee, getting accosted by very young children and oh, so much more. You don't want to miss this fun! ☘️💕 SOCIAL MEDIA: @the_gardentarts WEBSITE: www.thegardentarts.com EMAIL: wearethegardentarts@gmail.com

Get Back to Work!: U2 and the 40th Anniversary of Live Aid

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 20:02:21 GMT

In this episode, the hosts discuss their recent experiences, including a holiday trip, a local Pride festival, and the excitement surrounding the Oasis reunion tour. They reflect on the significance of music in their lives, share personal anecdotes, and look forward to the upcoming 40th anniversary of Live Aid. The conversation flows through various topics, highlighting their love for music and community engagement.

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TART Talk: U2 All That You Can't Leave Behind, Side A

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Welcome to the Garden Tart's TART Talk about U2's All That You Can't Leave Behind. This is Side A. We make our way through the first six songs on this album and find out some interesting things about ourselves in the process. Take a listen to the album and then join along with us.

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

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Mon, 27 May 2019 21:38:02 GMT

You can call us the Garden Tarts. Adventures in pop stars, rock ‘n’ roll and U2. Lots of U2. We are Hillary & Jenny and we’ve been bestest friends for over 25 years. Our favorite thing to do is talk U2... so we thought we’d do it with you! Hang out with us as we talk about albums, tours and our various U2-related adventures with a whole lot of opinion peppered with dashes of facts. Also, we might be drinking whiskey... you’ll have to listen to find out! Kissing lips 💋 and breaking hearts ♥️. www.thegardentarts.com twitter/instagram: @the_gardentarts email: wearethegardentarts@gmail.com

U2XRadio: Radio, Radio

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 20 Mar 2024 06:00:00 GMT

The Garden Tarts gets serious with SiriusXM. For St. Patrick’s Day, U2Xradio aired a new band interview and the final Sphere show. Here are our thoughts!

What's Going On: It's a Real Barn Burner!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 06:00:00 GMT

Why go out and party when you can stay at home and hang with the Garden Tarts! We've got a special guest announcement and some catching up to do!

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TART Talk: Pop, Side A: Confessions on a Dance Floor

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT

ALL POP, ALL YEAR. This week in POP History: Welcome to the Garden Tarts' TART Talk about U2's Pop. 25 years ago Pop was released with worldwide excitement but, then what? We break down the first half of the record with our own thoughts and ideas. (Hillary is a genius, by the way.) We love Pop and celebrate with a special drink just for this ep, the Holy Joe. You'll have to listen to find out what it is! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts MERCH: thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts CHARITY OF THE MONTH: Ukrainian Red Cross

What's Going On: U2 News is Brewin'!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 12 May 2021 06:00:00 GMT

As the world slowly comes back alive, so does the U2 news! We're got a few bits to highlight as well as info on our Patreon, the new U2 Conference Discord channel and more Tart fun, including the state of Hillary's Animal Crossing.

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SPOTTED: 3 of 4 + Tom Hanks

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 21 Jun 2023 06:00:56 GMT

It was a busy weekend in the little seaside town of Dalkey, Ireland. We weren't there (boo) but we did follow along with the fun with Bono and Edge. Adam was out and about, too. Larry was his usual... nowhere to be seen. But, we got Tom Hanks! This is short but sweet one... join us!

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Encore Presentation: Achtung Baby, Side B

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 07:00:00 GMT

It's all things ACHTUNG BABY this month as we celebration the *30th* anniversary of the release of this iconic U2 album. We'll be running encore presentations of our Achtung Baby TART Talks to celebrate. Never heard them? Tune in! Heard them the first time around? It's time to listen again! (We certainly will!) If you want to play along, be sure to grab a drink. Either way, ENJOY, y'all! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts MERCH: thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

VOTE BABY: People Have the Power

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 12 Aug 2020 06:00:00 GMT

Welcome to our Vote Baby! information campaign. Take a listen to 6 reasons you MUST vote, how we can help you get the information you need and also a little itty bitty fundraiser. For information on registering to vote, visit: https://www.thegardentarts.com/vote-baby (with more updates and information coming soon) For VOTE BABY merchandise, visit https://teespring.com/stores/the-garden-tarts-store. 100% of all Vote Baby merch profits will be donated to the ACLU (American Civil Liberties Union).

Bono Birthday Fun: Stories Out-of-Context

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Mon, 10 May 2021 06:00:00 GMT

We wouldn't be a very good U2 podcast if we didn't have a special ep for yer man's birthday! Bono turns 61 on May 10, 2021 and we are here for it! This one is quick and to the point and we had a blast putting it together. So raise a glass to toast Bono but try not to spit it out as you hear these out of context stories with 0% explanation.

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Happy Birthday, Bono! Cheers to 63

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 10 May 2023 06:00:31 GMT

It's been one heck of a trip around the sun for our favorite pop star. Congrats to Bono on all he has accomplished in the last year and happiest of birthday wishes!

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The Ep That Got Away

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 07:00:00 GMT

It's not often you get to record a podcast episode right after an insurrection... an attempted coup on our nation's Capitol. We weren't sure where this one was going to go, but we knew we had Fireball!

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U2 News Update: What Have the Boys Been Up To?

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 16 Dec 2020 07:00:00 GMT

Those U2s are all over the place the last week or so! (Virtually, anyway) Come hang out with the Garden Tarts, check in on the U2 news and hear what we may be planning for the new few weeks! And, Happy Hanukkah!

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VIP Guest: Andy Greene, Rolling Stone Magazine, Senior Writer

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 08 Jun 2022 06:00:39 GMT

This is one you *definitely* don't want to miss. Andy Greene, Senior Writer for Rolling Stone magazine and U2 fan extraordinaire talks Rolling Stone, his fandom, interviewing U2, meeting your heroes, being a NY Times Best Seller and so much more. This is an absolute blast!

What's Going On: Guess Who's Back, Back Again

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 20:06:55 GMT

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!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Tue, 31 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT

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!

SPOTIFY:

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https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5C5LO6rg1ivM8Am2hUc3tL?si=kU0OtS-YS_anSMj5DvawOA

APPLE:

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TART Talk: Rattle & Hum Part 2 - Take: 269 (The End of Nostalgia)

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 29 Feb 2020 11:00:00 GMT

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. Thanks for coming along with us!

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Our Listeners Take Over

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 24 May 2023 06:00:56 GMT

We asked and you answered! We are merely the hosts this week as listeners share their thoughts and stories about attending the Beacon filming with Bono in New York as well as the final Stories of Surrender show in Naples, Italy. Thank you to Sherry, Jenny, Alex, Josh and Veronica for taking the time to share with you.

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New York, New York: Jenny and Amanda See Stories of Surrender

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 03 May 2023 06:00:54 GMT

Garden Tart Hillary and Jenny went to see opening night of Stories of Surrender at the Beacon in New York in November 2022. With Bono back at the Beacon for an 11 show run, we had to go again! This time it was Jenny with Garden Tart Amanda. Tune in to hear us chat about what has changed in the last 6 months of the show.

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In the Name of Love: Build a Well for Bono’s Birthday

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 19 Apr 2023 10:27:23 GMT

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 Bono that contain all of our personal messages. Listen for more details on how you can be a part of it! Donate at www.afticanwellfund.org

This is Where We’ve Bean: June

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 27 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT

A new monthly 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.... June! We've got some memories that make us laugh and others that make us cry. It is, after all, a musical journey. Maybe you've been to some of the same shows! (We know some of you have!)

Season 3 Preview: Shenanigans! Malarkey! And More!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sun, 21 Jun 2020 03:20:02 GMT

What is in store for season 3? We've got some ideas to share and are happy to hear more from you! Take a listen to our game plan and other tomfoolery from the Garden Tarts.

COVID Check-In: Stories for Boys (and Girls)

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 29 Apr 2020 19:06:58 GMT

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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An Interview with... the Garden Tarts. Featuring Jeremy International

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Tue, 21 Jan 2020 20:38:18 GMT

This isn't the first time Jeremy has joined us on an episode. The last time was the fated first recording of the Unforgettable Fire episode... but we are so glad to have him back! The world knows him as Jeremy International, but we know him as Hillary's little brother. In what we hope to be the first in a series of interview episodes, join us as Jeremy asks hard-hitting questions about our U2 origins, first concert experiences and other specific thoughts on the band.

What's Going On: Achtung Baby, Baby!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 07:00:00 GMT

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

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Tue, 10 May 2022 06:00:33 GMT

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.

For more information, visit www.africanwellfund.org

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TART Talk: The Joshua Tree, Side B - The Siren that is America

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Fri, 29 Nov 2019 17:46:30 GMT

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 talk about side B of U2's iconic album The Joshua Tree, too. So grab your favorite drink and join us! And what questions do we add to the list to ask Bono over whiskey and cake? You will have to listen to find out!

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What's Going On: News in the U2 World!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 06:00:00 GMT

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!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 23 Sep 2020 06:00:00 GMT

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...

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 06:00:31 GMT

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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Heart Your Tarts / Unboxing: With or Without You

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 12:21:36 GMT

Another week, another reimagined U2 song. We share our thoughts on the new With or Without You (aka WOWY). Before we get into the unboxing, we share how you can support our little pod and help us grow even more! We've got dreams! We can't wait to hear from you! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

Life Lesson: Never Trust the Unfunny

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Fri, 30 Sep 2022 17:46:34 GMT

We've got reports on all four band members (yes! even Larry!), updates on Bono's many appearances on both American coasts and our own musings, of course! We're sure there is more but this ep is late enough as it is. Time to hit publish... www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

TART Talk: Rattle & Hum, Part 1 - Rock and Roll Stops the Traffic

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 15 Feb 2020 19:12:32 GMT

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 ever-present questions to ask Bono over whiskey and cake.

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Heavy on the 'ish

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 07 Jun 2023 06:00:50 GMT

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!

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 06:00:45 GMT

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. We've got plenty of questions for Bono over whiskey and cake and a report from the ground of one of the 40 Songs in 40 Cities promotions. (Thank you @U2FanPolls) www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

Unboxing: One & Waiting for U2 with Listener Questions

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 15 Feb 2023 07:00:07 GMT

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?

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 06 Oct 2021 06:00:00 GMT

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

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 14 Oct 2020 06:00:00 GMT

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

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 09 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT

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

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 01 May 2024 06:00:00 GMT

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 honored to help spread the word about this life-changing and life-saving organization.

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Unboxing: Pride

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 07:00:42 GMT

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! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

This is Where We've Bean: May

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 05 May 2021 06:00:00 GMT

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

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 17 Feb 2021 07:00:00 GMT

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? thegardentarts.com #u2 #u2podcast #bono #rocknroll #music

Bono’s Birthday, Part 4: Dedicated Followers of Fashion

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sat, 23 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT

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

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 06:00:00 GMT

(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. learn more and sign up: www.thegardentarts.com support: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

Mini TART Talk - Passengers: OS1 (or, WTAF)

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 15 Dec 2021 07:00:00 GMT

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

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 16 Sep 2020 06:00:00 GMT

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!)

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 09 Jun 2021 06:00:00 GMT

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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Happy New Year: First Ep of 2021

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 06 Jan 2021 07:00:00 GMT

Welcome to the first episode of 2021! We've got lots of fun for you but, most notably, the return of questions to ask Bono over whiskey and cake. Come join in on the fun!

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What's Going On: Royally Obsessed

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 06:00:00 GMT

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

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Sun, 08 Aug 2021 06:00:00 GMT

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

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 07:00:00 GMT

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

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 20 Jan 2021 07:00:00 GMT

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

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 06:00:12 GMT

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)

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 07:00:00 GMT

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

U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 06:00:23 GMT

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!