The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts with the Garden Tarts
U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts
Show overview
The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts with the Garden Tarts has been publishing since 2019, and across the 7 years since has built a catalogue of 332 episodes, alongside 11 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 220 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence, with the show now in its 8th season.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 26 min and 51 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. Roughly 52% of episodes carry an explicit flag from the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Music show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 6 days ago, with 21 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2020, with 60 episodes published. Published by U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts.
From the publisher
If you love U2's music but want a fun, irreverent take beyond the stats and collectables, this podcast is for you. A podcast for U2 fans, casual and die-hard alike, we are two best friends discussing what we love the most: U2 and the ridiculous adventures we've had together over three decades of friendship.In a fan world full of collectibles, statistics and academia, Jenny and Hillary bring irreverence to the otherwise serious fandom. Come hang out with the cheeky but astute Garden Tarts.Subscribe now and join Hillary and Jenny every Wednesday for your dose of U2 news, stories and laughs.SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER.
Latest Episodes
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U2's Easter Lily: Part 2
S8 Ep 13U2 New EP, Easter Lily, Track-by-Track
EGrab 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 daysThe 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 techniquesPersonal scars, faith, and how Bono’s lyrics weave pain and hope togetherThe humor, the quotes, and the wild theories about the song meaningsAnd of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️RESOURCES AND LINKSJackknife Lee’s Propaganda article – insight into the song creation processU2 official website – for the latest on their music and interviews"Song for Hal" tribute video – a heartfelt homage to Hal WillnerThe Death and Resurrection Show by Dr. Rogan Taylor – explore the concept Bono referencesWatch our reactions to first hearing the new songsLEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW!➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Spotify➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Apple PodcastsCONNCET:[email protected] ON YOUTUBEfacebook: @thegardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartsSUBSCRIBE to our newsletterKISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLCEditing by: Jenny SteadmanGraphic design by: Hillary FrankAll music is by December
U2 RELEASES EASTER LILY - NEW MUSIC!
bonusA SPECIAL EPISODE WITH THE GARDEN TARTS. At 12 am on Good Friday, U2 surprised the world with a SECOND surprise EP! 40 days after the release of Days of Ash on Ash Wednesday. This one is called Easter Lily, and here is our first.. quick.. listen. Stay tuned to next week's ep when we dive a bit deeper into each song. NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUTWait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDA Sample our signature series, TART TalksLEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! It helps people find the show.➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Spotify➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Apple PodcastsWHERE TO FIND US:[email protected] ON YOUTUBEfacebook: @thegardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartsbluesky: @thegardentartsSUBSCRIBE to our newsletterwww.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartsKISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLCEditing by: Jenny SteadmanGraphic design by: Hillary FrankAll music is by December
S8 Ep 12U2 Tour Fun Facts! And Your Takes on U2's GLORIA
EThis week on the Garden Tarts:Side A: Fun facts about U2's original Joshua Tour, with Hillary!INTERMISSION: Your thoughts on U2's GloriaSide B: Fun facts about U2's ZooTV Tour, with Jenny!And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUTWait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDA Sample our signature series, TART TalksLEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! It helps people find the show.➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Spotify➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Apple PodcastsWHERE TO FIND US:[email protected] ON YOUTUBEfacebook: @thegardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartsbluesky: @thegardentartsSUBSCRIBE to our newsletterwww.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartsKISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLCEditing by: Jenny SteadmanGraphic design by: Hillary FrankAll music is by December
S8 Ep 11BALLROOM BOOM (CHA): U2 New Music Rumors, Irish Film Festival, and Sunday Bloody Sunday
This week on the U2 Podcast with the Garden Tarts...Side A: A deeper(ish) dive into Adam Clayton's Ballroom Boom and BP Fallon's Rock n Roll Wizard, Vol. 1Intermission: Don't tease us, U2! New music and a tour coming in the next year? Yes, please!Side B: Random U2 Song of the Week: Sunday Bloody Sunday.And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUTWait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDA Sample our signature series, TART TalksLEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! It helps people find the show.➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Spotify➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Apple PodcastsWHERE TO FIND US:[email protected] ON YOUTUBEfacebook: @thegardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartsbluesky: @thegardentartsSUBSCRIBE to our newsletterwww.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartsKISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLCEditing by: Jenny SteadmanGraphic design by: Hillary FrankAll music is by DecemberAnd of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️
S8 Ep 10U2's Adam Clayton and Ballroom Boom at CraicFest
This week on the Garden Tarts...This is not a regular episode, and there is 0% Adam Clayton in this episode. We went to see the world premiere of his movie, Ballroom Boom, at CraicFest in New York City. This annual Irish FilmFest is a blast! We also had a chance to see a documentary about BP Fallon. IYKYK!No Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️ this week.NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUTWait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDA Sample our signature series, TART TalksLEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! It helps people find the show.➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Spotify➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Apple PodcastsWHERE TO FIND US:[email protected] ON YOUTUBEfacebook: @thegardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartsbluesky: @thegardentartsSUBSCRIBE to our newsletterwww.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartsKISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLCEditing by: Jenny SteadmanGraphic design by: Hillary FrankAll music is by December
S8 Ep 9U2's Yours Eternally + Memory Lane with Propaganda
EWe’re talking U2’s new short film for “Yours Eternally,” fan reactions to “Seconds,” and a deep nerd dive into the history of Propaganda, the official U2 fan‑club magazine.Side A – “Yours Eternally”: New short documentary for “Yours Eternally” from Days of AshIntermission – “Seconds” (Random Song of the Week)Listener thoughts on “Seconds” from WarSide B – Propaganda HistoryRemembering old‑school ticket and merch ordering by mail, pen‑pal ads and Jenny’s own zine turning up And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUTWait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDA Sample our signature series, TART TalksLEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! It helps people find the show.➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Spotify➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Apple PodcastsWHERE TO FIND US:[email protected] ON YOUTUBEfacebook: @thegardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartsbluesky: @thegardentartsSUBSCRIBE to our newsletterwww.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartsKISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLCEditing by: Jenny SteadmanGraphic design by: Hillary FrankAll music is by December
S8 Ep 8Exploring U2's Days of Ash: A Mini Tart Talk
This week on the U2 podcast with the Garden Tarts:U2's new EP, Days of Ash, has been with us for four days, and we're ready to explore the songs for the first time with a mini Tart Talk. Think of it as a heartfelt yet irreverent album review.We have thoughts and personal insights about each song, and we asked you about your favorites! Here from us and from the U2 fans.And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUTWait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDA Sample our signature series, TART TalksLEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! It helps people find the show.➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Spotify➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Apple PodcastsWHERE TO FIND US:[email protected] ON YOUTUBEfacebook: @thegardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartsbluesky: @thegardentartsSUBSCRIBE to our newsletterwww.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartsKISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLCEditing by: Jenny SteadmanGraphic design by: Hillary FrankAll music is by DecemberAmerican 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
bonusWE'VE GOT A VERY SPECIAL EPISODE TODAY! Yes, our second ep of the day but, we weren't planning on U2 RELEASING NEW MUSIC. We did a first listen of the 6 new songs and these are our initial reactions. Stay tuned to next week for more discussion!And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUTWait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDA Sample our signature series, TART TalksLEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! It helps people find the show.➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Spotify➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Apple PodcastsWHERE TO FIND US:[email protected] ON YOUTUBEfacebook: @thegardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartsbluesky: @thegardentartsSUBSCRIBE to our newsletterwww.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartsKISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLCEditing by: Jenny SteadmanGraphic design by: Hillary FrankAll music is by December
S8 Ep 7U2 Press Conference: Attention Kmart Shoppers
This week on the U2 Podcast with the Garden Tarts...Side A: It's the anniversary of the time U2 announced their PopMart world tour at a New York City K-Mart. Let's talk about it, shall we?Side B: Last week, we drew A Day Without Me from the box. Here are your thoughts, and ours!And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUTWait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDA Sample our signature series, TART TalksLEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! It helps people find the show.➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Spotify➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Apple PodcastsWHERE TO FIND US:[email protected] ON YOUTUBEfacebook: @thegardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartsbluesky: @thegardentartsSUBSCRIBE to our newsletterwww.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartsKISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLCEditing by: Jenny SteadmanGraphic design by: Hillary FrankAll music is by December
S8 Ep 6U2 Radio Interviews and October Shenanigans
This week on the U2 Podcast with the Garden Tarts:Side A: New interviews on U2Xradio! Adam with Este Haim and Edge with Lenny Kravitz. Hear our takes.Side B: We asked about your favorite song on October, and you answered! And we have feelings.And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUTWait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDA Sample our signature series, TART TalksLEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! It helps people find the show.➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Spotify➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Apple PodcastsWHERE TO FIND US:[email protected] ON YOUTUBEfacebook: @thegardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartsbluesky: @thegardentartsSUBSCRIBE to our newsletterwww.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartsKISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLCEditing by: Jenny SteadmanGraphic design by: Hillary FrankAll music is by December
S8 Ep 5U2 and the NFL: SCO(RED) TAKE 2
Esomething happened with the audio on the original file. this one is fixed! sorry about that.This week on the Garden Tarts, the U2 Podcast:SIDE A: (RED) turns 20 and, as ambassadors, we are here to celebrate! What has (RED) been up to for the last 20 years, and how have we participated?SIDE B: For an Irish band, U2 has quite the history with the NFL. They've played the Super Bowl AND Monday Night Football! An American dream! (Is it, though?)And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUTWait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDA Sample our signature series, TART TalksLEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! It helps people find the show.➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Spotify➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Apple PodcastsWHERE TO FIND US:[email protected] ON YOUTUBEfacebook: @thegardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartsbluesky: @thegardentartsSUBSCRIBE to our newsletterwww.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartsKISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLCEditing by: Jenny SteadmanGraphic design by: Hillary FrankAll music is by December
S8 Ep 4Significant U2 Sites in Southern California & Questions for Bono
This week on the Garden Tarts:Side A: Hillary goes to a U2 laser show! How very 90's of her.Side B: A review of the book I Go There With You: The U2 Sites of Southern California, from Significant to Sacred, by Brook W. Flagg (affiliate link)And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUTWait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDA Sample our signature series, TART TalksLEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! It helps people find the show.➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Spotify➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Apple PodcastsWHERE TO FIND US:[email protected] ON YOUTUBEfacebook: @thegardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartsbluesky: @thegardentartsSUBSCRIBE to our newsletterwww.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartsKISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLCEditing by: Jenny SteadmanGraphic design by: Hillary FrankAll music is by December
S8 Ep 3U2's Boy and Bono's With or Without You Vocals
EThis week on the Garden Tarts...We get called PODCAST ROYALTY, AGAIN! We are more unsufferable than ever.Side A: We asked about your favorite track on U2's BOY, and boy did you answer!Side B: Someone on the internet posted Bono's isolated vocals from With or Without You. Come swoon with us!And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️SOURCES:With or Without You Isolated VocalsCreate Music and Sound on InstagramNEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUTWait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDA Sample our signature series, TART TalksLEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! It helps people find the show.➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Spotify➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Apple PodcastsWHERE TO FIND US:[email protected] ON YOUTUBEfacebook: @thegardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartsbluesky: @thegardentartsSUBSCRIBE to our newsletterwww.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartsKISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLCEditing by: Jenny SteadmanGraphic design by: Hillary FrankAll music is by December
S8 Ep 2We Are U2 Podcast Royalty
This week on the Garden Tarts...Side A: WE WERE CALLED PODCAST ROYALTY! And you're never going to hear the end of it.Side B: Bono in Across the Universe, the 2007 Beatles-music inspired movie. It had been a while, so we revisited it. And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️If God Will Send His Angels video shootapple / spotifyNEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT!Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUTWait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET GARDEN TART AMANDA Sample our signature series, TART TalksLEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! It helps people find the show.➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Spotify➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Apple PodcastsWHERE TO FIND US:[email protected] ON YOUTUBEfacebook: @thegardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartsbluesky: @thegardentartsSUBSCRIBE to our newsletterwww.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartsKISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts, LLC Editing by: Jenny SteadmanGraphic design by: Hillary FrankAll music is by December