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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 Daria Slash Middle East Children’s Alliance https://www.naughtygi...

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 Deerhoof Compton’s Cafeteria Riot  (the play) Tenderloin Museum Screaming Queens 'It's erasure': One of San Francisco's most celebrated sites is at a crossroads Oakland Liberation Center Hosted on...

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  RITCHRD Art Yap podcast Big Five  personality test - shoutout to BaubleRob Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

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 Tape TNT Art Lab Bathers 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 & surasshu Bass and Reiner Adobe Books Chris Grunder The Good Ship Dodo The Origin of Cats...

 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 & surasshu Héctor Muñoz-Guzmán: Brown Eyes from Russell...

 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 Daria Get those apps into the woodchipper! Fleishhacker Foundation Real Time and Space Bemis 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  SPELLING Nobody Asked for This  by S...

 This week we're talking about a bunch of shit going on. We get confused about a game night. Maysoun refuses to enter legal agreements. We decide who is on the cutting edge. The music in this episode is from the  BDS Mixtape We salute you! Theresa Hak Kyung Cha: Multiple Offerings  at BAMPFA If you see an artist... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 This week Maysoun is back from Japan. We hear all her stories from the seat of the seat of empire. Snow monkeys! Stationary stores! We also discuss people we're mad at, 12 step programs, and art show things. The intro and outro music for this episode is from  Musicians for a Free Palestine Mix Tape The SF public library is  accepting submissions for review for Bay Beats local music...

This week artist and gourmand, Mistu Okubo joins Kate for a rousing talk about overdoing it with THC lemonade, friendship among men, and graduate school regrets. Have fun trying to figure out what's behind the bleeps. The music in this episode is from the  BDS Mixtape Mitsu Okubo  on IG Mitsu Okubo  MERCH The Basement Hoarding Disorder: What It Is, Causes, Symptoms & Treatm...

This week gallerist, Aaron Harbour, guest hosts while Maysoun on her journey. We discuss the Alamo, looking for LSD, what makes good art, dealing with artists who are mad about you dissing their work, and job interviews. Help your old pal Et al. by supporting the donation drive  here . The music in this episode is from the  Musicians for a Free Palestine Mix Tape Et al. gallery and books...

 This week we lost it. I can't say more than that. The music in this episode is from the  Musicians for a Free Palestine Mix Tape SF Review of Whatever MUZ Collective Alternative Exposure Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 This is the longest it has taken me to edit a podcast in a long time. I think it is mainly due to the fact that I got sidetracked reading about Donald Judd in preparation for the release of the SF Review of Whatever! This friday at Et al. Come on by. This week we talk about coyotes, gripes, Irish dancing, BDS, and of course cats. The music in this episode is from the  Musicians for a Fr...

 This week we go to Ancient Ways in Oakland. Maysoun sees a life-changing piano concert. We do some role play. Unbelievably we do not mention cats. The music in this episode is by  Jason Moran Ceremonies: Rituals to Self Center for New Music  (place Kate couldn't remember) Ancient Ways Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we had the pleasure of talking to curator, educator, and art historian, Kathy Zarur. We talk about human sacrifice, how to teach, cats, and much more. Maysoun also tells a harrowing wildlife encounter story. The music in this episode is from  Musicians for a Free Palestine Mix Tape Skyline College Art Gallery How did cats become domesticated? Paracas Mummy Bundles Hosted on Acast. S...

This week Maysoun saw the launch of the new video wall on VanNess in San Francisco. She also went to Root Division. Kate has swollen glands and is open to feedback about it. The music in this episode is from  Musicians for a Free Palestine Mix Tape The Ohio-Michigan War Cian Dayrit: Liberties Were Taken at Root Division Van Ness Video Wall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

This week we had a car! We head to the Legion of Honor, Fort Mason, and an unnamed gallery. Kate felt too bad about what a scathing review she gave, so she redacted the name of the last place. We also saw frolicing dogs and beautiful vistas. The music in this episode is from  Mixtape for Palestine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Could we be jumping the shark again? We take a really long time to describe a Jeremiah Barber mug. It's amazing audio. We also talk about the reemergence of Cloaca Projects at the Lab! Other topics covered: visiting the West Bank in Palestine, when to visit Kate at the bookstore, weird artist residencies. The music in this episode is from the  BDS Mixtape 988 Lifeline  - the nationa...

This week we talk about a big staff shake-up at SFMOMA. We also talk about gallery work annoyances, break-ins, and a couple thoughts for the new year. The music in this episode is from  Mixtape for Palestine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 This week we navigate broken doors and securitized entry ways! Kate went to a chocolate factory tour. We also discuss radioactive sculpture gardens. The music in this episode is from the album  Palestine by AL GHARIB Excessive levels of harmful radiation found at Albany Bulb in Bay Area What is PACBI? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 This week we review the election results. Maysoun goes to the preparation zone. Kate admits she has penguin dislocation. The music in this episode is from the album  Palestine by AL GHARIB Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we give our picks for the 2024 ballot! The music in this episode is from the  BDS Mixtape Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.