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Grab your whiskey because we're diving into some nostalgic adventures—29 years ago, U2 rocked Vegas for the first PopMart show, and we were there, living the crazy bits of the fan experience we still cherish today. From ticket tales to band mishaps, and where the internet fit into our fandom evolution, this episode is packed with our cheeky remembrance and wild thoughts. In this episode: - Celebrating the 29th anniversary of U2's iconic PopMart Vegas debut - Ticket hunting in the 90s and the chaos of Propaganda's seat assignments - Our hilarious and heartfelt memories of the Vegas show and how it changed our lives - Reflections on how access to band members and the internet's role has evolved - And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️ Thanks for being part of the Garden Tart party—let's keep the adventures rolling! 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 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: www.thegardentarts.com [email protected] WATCH ON YOUTUBE facebook: @thegardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts bluesky: @thegardentarts SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter www.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts KISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLC Production by: Jenny Steadman Graphic design by: Hillary Frank All music is by December

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 songThe surprising poll results of favorite tracksQuestions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️Trivia on U2's historic tour dates and memorable fan momentsThe ongoing quest to decode Bono’s biblical quotesThe duo’s thoughts on classic albums versus modern releasesRandom musings, including an ‘80s movie soundtrack tangentUpcoming anniversary of their first Vegas pop show RESOURCES & LINKS: U2 Songs — A lifetime of U2 memorabilia and historyPump Up The Volume Soundtrack — A nostalgic link to the soundtrack that shaped JennySiouxsie and the Banshees — For spotting the post-punk inspirationU2'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. 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: www.thegardentarts.com [email protected] WATCH ON YOUTUBE facebook: @thegardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter www.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts KISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLC Production by: Jenny Steadman Graphic design by: Hillary Frank All music is by December

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 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 LINKS Jackknife 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 songs LEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! ➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Spotify ➡️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on Apple Podcasts CONNCET: www.thegardentarts.com [email protected] WATCH ON YOUTUBE facebook: @thegardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter KISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLC Editing by: Jenny Steadman Graphic design by: Hillary Frank All music is by December

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. 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 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: www.thegardentarts.com [email protected] WATCH ON YOUTUBE facebook: @thegardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts bluesky: @thegardentarts SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter www.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts KISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLC Editing by: Jenny Steadman Graphic design by: Hillary Frank All music is by December

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! 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 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: www.thegardentarts.com [email protected] WATCH ON YOUTUBE facebook: @thegardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts bluesky: @thegardentarts SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter www.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts KISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLC Editing by: Jenny Steadman Graphic design by: Hillary Frank All music is by December

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. 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 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: www.thegardentarts.com [email protected] WATCH ON YOUTUBE facebook: @thegardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts bluesky: @thegardentarts SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter www.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts KISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLC Editing by: Jenny Steadman Graphic design by: Hillary Frank All music is by December And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️

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 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: www.thegardentarts.com [email protected] WATCH ON YOUTUBE facebook: @thegardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts bluesky: @thegardentarts SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter www.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts KISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLC Editing by: Jenny Steadman Graphic design by: Hillary Frank All music is by December

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 ​ 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 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: www.thegardentarts.com [email protected] WATCH ON YOUTUBE facebook: @thegardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts bluesky: @thegardentarts SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter www.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts KISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLC Editing by: Jenny Steadman Graphic design by: Hillary Frank All music is by December

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 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: www.thegardentarts.com [email protected] WATCH ON YOUTUBE facebook: @thegardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts bluesky: @thegardentarts SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter www.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts KISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLC Editing by: Jenny Steadman Graphic design by: Hillary Frank All music is by December American Obituary, The Tears of Things, Song of the Future, Wildpeace, One Life at A Time, Yours Eternally, music discussion

WE'VE GOT A VERY SPECIAL EPISODE TODAY! Yes, our second ep of the day but, we weren't planning on U2 RELEASING NEW MUSIC. We did a first listen of the 6 new songs and these are our initial reactions. Stay tuned to next week for more discussion! And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️ NEVER LISTENED TO US BEFORE? CHECK OUT THIS STARTER KIT! Who are the Garden Tarts, anyway? Listen to PLEASED TO MEET YOUWhat are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? FIND OUTWait, 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: www.thegardentarts.com [email protected] WATCH ON YOUTUBE facebook: @thegardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts bluesky: @thegardentarts SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter www.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts KISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLC Editing by: Jenny Steadman Graphic design by: Hillary Frank All music is by December

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 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: www.thegardentarts.com [email protected] WATCH ON YOUTUBE facebook: @thegardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts bluesky: @thegardentarts SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter www.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts KISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLC Editing by: Jenny Steadman Graphic design by: Hillary Frank All music is by December

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 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: www.thegardentarts.com [email protected] WATCH ON YOUTUBE facebook: @thegardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts bluesky: @thegardentarts SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter www.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts KISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLC Editing by: Jenny Steadman Graphic design by: Hillary Frank All music is by December

THANK YOU FOR BEING A SUBSCRIBER! 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 YOU ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kissing-lips-breaking-hearts-u2-ish-podcast-garden/id1478584991?i=1000669935640" * What are these Questions for Bono over Whiskey & Cake™️ all about? LEARN MORE ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kissing-lips-and-breaking-hearts-the-irreverent/id1478584991?i=1000649013901 * Wait, there’s a third Garden Tart? MEET AMANDA ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kissing-lips-breaking-hearts-u2-ish-podcast-garden/id1478584991?i=1000553405570 * Sample our signature series, TART TALKS ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kissing-lips-breaking-hearts-u2-ish-podcast-garden/id1478584991?i=1000552662464 LEAVE US A 5-STAR REVIEW! It helps people find the show. • ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on SPOTIFY ➡️ https://open.spotify.com/show/2zSuKUbHaQgsKFjEmyG8jo?si=8244b36bcc734ca8 • ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars only, please) on APPLE ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kissing-lips-and-breaking-hearts-the-irreverent/id1478584991 WHERE TO FIND US: ➡️ http://www.thegardentarts.com ➡️ [email protected] ➡️ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegardentarts ➡️ instagram: https://instagram.com/the_gardentarts ➡️ bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thegardentarts.bsky.social ➡️ https://thegardentarts.com/#subscribe to our newsletter ➡️ http://www.patreon.com/thegardentarts ➡️ http://buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts KISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts.  Editing by: Jenny Steadman Graphic design by: Hillary Frank All music is by December

something happened with the audio on the original file. this one is fixed! sorry about that. This week on the Garden Tarts, the U2 Podcast: SIDE A: (RED) turns 20 and, as ambassadors, we are here to celebrate! What has (RED) been up to for the last 20 years, and how have we participated? SIDE B: For an Irish band, U2 has quite the history with the NFL. They've played the Super Bowl AND Monday Night Football! An American dream! (Is it, though?) And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and 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 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: www.thegardentarts.com [email protected] WATCH ON YOUTUBE facebook: @thegardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts bluesky: @thegardentarts SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter www.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts KISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLC Editing by: Jenny Steadman Graphic design by: Hillary Frank All music is by December

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 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: www.thegardentarts.com [email protected] WATCH ON YOUTUBE facebook: @thegardentarts instagram: @the_gardentarts bluesky: @thegardentarts SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter www.patreon.com/thegardentarts buymeacoffee.com/thegardentarts KISSING LIPS & BREAKING HEARTS: AN IRREVENT U2 PODCAST is produced by us, The Garden Tarts LLC Editing by: Jenny Steadman Graphic design by: Hillary Frank All music is by December