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

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! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts MERCH: thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts CHARITY OF THE MONTH: musicrising.com

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!

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! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts MERCH: thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts CHARITY OF THE MONTH: musicrising.com

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! www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts MERCH: thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts CHARITY OF THE MONTH: www.sageusa.org

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. www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts MERCH: thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts CHARITY OF THE MONTH: www.sageusa.org

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

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! thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts MERCH: merch.thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardetarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

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. www.thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts merch.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.thepatreon.com/thegardentarts

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. www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts MERCH: merch.thegardentarts.com

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.) MERCH STAND! merch.thegardentarts.com www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT! patreon.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts #u2 #u2podcast #thegardentarts #bono #u2popmart #u2elevation

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

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

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.) MERCH STAND! merch.thegardentarts.com www.thegardentarts.com SUPPORT! patreon.com/thegardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts #u2 #u2podcast #thegardentarts #bono #u2popmart #u2elevation

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

(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

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

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

Celebrate the jazz man with us as we chat about some of our favorite bass lines... and that strong eye contact! thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts merch.thegardentarts.com

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.) MERCH STAND! merch.thegardentarts.com www.thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts #u2 #u2podcast #thegardentarts #bono #u2zootv #u2elevation

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. thegardentarts.com merch.thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

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

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. thegardentarts.com merch.thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts #u2 #u2podcast #bono #zooropa

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!) www.thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts DONATE to the charity of the month.

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! thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts #u2 #u2podcast #bono #zooropa

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! thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts #u2 #u2podcast #thegardentarts #bono #music #rocknroll #podcast #podcasters #podcasting #itunespodcast #spotifypodcast

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! thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts #u2 #u2podcast #thegardentarts #bono #music #rocknroll #podcast #podcasters #podcasting #itunespodcast #spotifypodcast

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! www.thegardentarts.com merch.thegardentarts.com instagram: @the_gardentarts twitter: @the_gardentarts #u2 #u2podcast #thegardentarts #bono #music #rocknroll #podcast #podcasters #podcasting #itunespodcast #spotifypodcast

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! www.thegardentarts.com merch.thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

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! merch.thegardentarts.com www.thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts #u2 #u2podcast #thegardentarts #bono

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.) MERCH STAND! merch.thegardentarts.com www.thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts #u2 #u2podcast #thegardentarts #bono #u2popmart #u2elevation #u2eitour

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. www.thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts.com instagram: @the_gardentarts.com #u2 #bono #red #productred #worldaidsday #worldaidsday2020 #endaids #u2podcast

The episode in which we are thankful for all things. Not to mention, a special Hot Press giveaway and a special merch sale! merch.thegardentarts.com www.thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts #u2 #u2podcast #thegardentarts #bono

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.) MERCH STAND! merch.thegardentarts.com VOTE BABY: votebaby.thegardentarts.com www.thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts #u2 #u2podcast #thegardentarts #bono #u2popmart #u2elevation #u2eitour

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! twitter.com/the_gardentarts instagram.com/the_gardentarts www.thegardentarts.com #u2 #u2podcast #thegardentarts #bono #music #rocknroll #podcast #podcasters #podcasting #itunespodcast #spotifypodcast #votebaby #rockthevote

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! instagram.com/the_gardentarts twitter.com/the_gardentarts www.thegardentarts.com u2conference.com

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! twitter.com/the_gardentarts instagram.com/the_gardentarts Find us online at www.thegardentarts.com

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! twitter.com/the_gardentarts instagram.com/the_gardentarts www.thegardentarts.com

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! DONATE TODAY: www.aclu.org MERCH STAND! merch.thegardentarts.com VOTE BABY: votebaby.thegardentarts.com www.thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts #u2 #u2podcast #thegardentarts #bono #u2vertigo #u2elevation #u2360

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! www.thegardentarts.com votebaby.thegardentarts.com merch.thegardentarts.com twitter.com/the_gardentarts instagram.com/the_gardentarts

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! www.thegardentarts.com twitter.com/the_gardentarts instagram.com/the_gardentarts #u2 #u2podcast #votebaby #rockthevote #bono #wearamask

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! instagram.com/the_gardentarts twitter.com/the_gardentarts www.thegardentarts.com From the Sky Down playlist on YouTube

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! instagram.com/the_gardentarts twitter.com/the_gardentarts www.thegardentarts.com #u2 #bono #u240 #u244 #thegardentarts #u2podcast

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? instagram.com/the_gardentarts twitter.com/the_gardentarts www.thegardentarts.com votebaby.thegardentarts.com #u2 #u2podcast #thegardentarts #votebaby #rockthevote #riprbg #notoriousrbg

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. DONATE TODAY: www.aclu.org MERCH STAND! merch.thegardentarts.com VOTE BABY: votebaby.thegardentarts.com www.thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts #u2 #u2podcast #thegardentarts #bono #u2jt17 #u2360

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. www.thegardentarts.com twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts

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! twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts [email protected] Leave us a message here: anchor.fm/thegardentarts/message

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. Join the conversation: twitter: @the_gardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts thegardentarts.com GARDEN TART MERCH NOW AVAILABLE!: merch.thegardentarts.com #u2 #u2podcast #zootv #u2zootv #bono #hamptonroads

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: Achtung Baby release video From the Sky Down trailer Bono sings So Cruel, From the Sky Down

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).

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! Find us online at www.thegardentarts.com instagram / twitter: @the_gardentarts #u2, #u2podcast, #theedge