Congratulations Pine Tree

 This week we talk about ICE (oink, oink, PIGS!) We also hear back from the listener with the upside-down painting. We premiere a new email address! The music in this episode is by aivi & surasshuThe Arab Film FestivalFreewriteKAWS: FAMILYAltman Siegel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We love you and miss you so much, Margaret Tedesco. This episode was originally posted February 10th, 2016.The music in this episode is by XUXA SANTAMARIA[2nd floor projects](the Glen that Margaret talks about is Glen Helfand)Kevin KillianEileen MylesDennis CooperGina LollobrigidaGregory's Girl - Dancing Scene Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 This week Maysoun and Kate take on the big questions! When should artists compromise their integrity? How can we communicate well in difficult situations? What the hell is going on? All this and more on Congratulations Pine Tree.The music in this episode is by Tommy GuerreroWho Has a Say in the Flood of Public Art Coming to San Francisco? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we have a glorious conversation with artist and educator, Kija Lucas. We talk about misplaced plant species, photo glitches, getting down to business, mental health, and the dramas of installing wallpaper. The music in this episode is by Tommy GuerreroTake care of your brain!Kija LucasTo Bright DisturbancesBlack Cube Gallery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Kate has a rolicking conversation with artist, Isaac Vazquez Avila. We talk about not-roosters, pyramids, Salt Lake City, painting, and eating digital spiders. It's a hell of a chat!The music in this episode is by Tommy GuerreroIsaac Vazquez AvilaPart 2 Gallery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 This week we finally put it all out there. The intro and outro music for this episode is from Musicians for a Free Palestine Mix Tape2nd floor projectsParamount Theatre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we talk to Amanda Guest, founder of BFF.fm. We learn about all kinds of radios stuff. Other topics covered include toxic sound tech guys, witch hysteria, women in STEM, and so much! We get the best from Guest. The music in this episode is by AL GHARIBBFF.fmSF Community Music Center Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 This week Katherine Ross Ward joins Kate since Maysoun is on shore leave. Topics covered include babies, the DMV, quilts, gallery food, and censorship! Come take a ride with two Katherines. Plus a baby!The music in this episode is by ConsciousMindRouted West at BAMPFA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we talk to writer and arts-related-person, Kelly Pendergrast! We talk about breakfast, disasters, and the heart of the United States. We still have a fucked up mic but Kate makes the best of it.  The music in this episode is by DJ FLEXAHOLIC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carrie Hott and Kate found another tape if you can believe that! What secrets does it hold?!Good luck to Carrie on her voyage to Indiana! We love you!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Kate went to a show at Slash. We try to figure out what to make when you don't want to make anything. We talk about aliens, but are not impressed by them. We figure out France. Maysoun talks about the bike ride for MECA (the Middle East Children’s Alliance) and you should join in on The music in this episode is by DJ DariaSlashMiddle East Children’s Alliancehttps://www.naughtygirlfitness.com/https://www.daynamacy.com/https://handsomepod.com/https://howtoadhd.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Kate has gone to an immersive theater experience in the Tenderloin. Maysoun goes to see art in the Tenderloin. Everyone goes to the Tenderloin. Plus coffee. The music in this episode is by DeerhoofCompton’s Cafeteria Riot (the play)Tenderloin MuseumScreaming Queens'It's erasure': One of San Francisco's most celebrated sites is at a crossroadsOakland Liberation Center Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we talk about corporate partnerships, peep shows, and brain fog. Maysoun refuses to accept Kate's mnemonic devices. Maysoun also demands a clap track.The music in this episode is from Musicians for a Free Palestine Mix Tape Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we face off with Leila Weefur and Elena Gross. We play the newlyweds game, talk about what we're reading, and relitigate the dramas of the L-word. Also hotdog costumes.The music in this episode is by AL GHARIB Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 This week we talk about our new nemesis. We also talk about handwriting analysis, whether Kate is a bitch, and how old Maysoun's cats are. We also try our best to talk about fucking Bay Area arts and culture. The music in this episode is by RITCHRDArt Yap podcastBig Five personality test - shoutout to BaubleRob Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maysoun finally takes a stand. She also went to a gallery called TNT. We talk about all kinds of strings and webs. Kate wrote a poem but does not read it. The intro and outro music for this episode is from Musicians for a Free Palestine Mix TapeTNT Art LabBathers Library Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we talk about difficult holidays, some shows that are coming up, and why Maysoun is mad at Kate. Of course the age-old debate about whether cats are Palestinian comes up again. Of course they are Palestinian, but the detractors still can't get onboard.The music in this episode is by aivi & surasshuBass and ReinerAdobe BooksChris GrunderThe Good Ship DodoThe Origin of CatsGenetics of randomly bred cats support the cradle of cat domestication being in the Near East Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 This week Héctor Muñoz-Guzmán blesses the podcast with his experience and wisdom! We obviously talk about cats. We also explore bipolar disorder, Watts Towers, grad school, PAINTING, agave in Tepatitlán (which Kate struggles to pronounce), regrets, perseverance, and so much more.The music in this episode is by aivi & surasshuHéctor Muñoz-Guzmán: Brown Eyes from Russell StreetCreative GrowthWatts Towers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 People are making and evaluating various applications this week! Juries are out! Applications are in! How can we begin to make sense of it?!The music in this episode is by DJ DariaGet those apps into the woodchipper!Fleishhacker FoundationReal Time and SpaceBemis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 This week we come to terms with the giant naked woman sculpture that has been forced onto us by some kind of techno-libertarian burner foundation. We also talk about starting projects with Joan. Kate FINALLY discusses her favorite art experience of the year so far, a performance at the Lab by Alex Tatarsky. The music in this episode is by SPELLINGNobody Asked for This by Sarah HotchkissInside the Indoor Beach Opera That’s the Talk of the Venice Biennale by Casey LesserYou Might Call Alex Tatarsky a Playwright. But They Identify as ‘An Experimental Clown Artist’ by Hiji NamJL Murdaugh and Syndicate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.