Congratulations Pine Team

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Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

344 - Sincerity (with Aaron Harbour) 19.03.2025

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...

343 - Ferdydurke 06.03.2025

 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.

342 - Kissin' Coyotes 27.02.2025

 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...

341 - Uncrossing Pianists 12.02.2025

 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.

340 - Ancient History (with Kathy Zarur) 06.02.2025

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...

339 - Gold in Peace, Iron in War 29.01.2025

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...

338 - On the Road Again 22.01.2025

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.

337 - Describing a Mug 08.01.2025

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...

336 - Our Bread and Butter 27.12.2024

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.

335 - Demand Era Begins 18.12.2024

 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.

334 - Results 26.11.2024

 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.

333 - 2024 Voter Guide! 28.10.2024

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.

332 - Back in the Kitchen 23.09.2024

This week we weigh in on the news! We also talk about moms, how to stop trying to fix everything, and where to join mental health support groups online. Plus, Maysoun reads the Bay Area art scene's tarot. The music in this episode is from the  BDS Mixtape San Francisco Art Museum to Move Into Building Co-Owned by Trump The Bay Area's First-Ever Black Art Week Is Coming SFMOMA encourages sport...

331 - Pool Noodle 16.09.2024

 This week we talk about bad news at CCA, Simone Bailey's show at the Headlands, and Kate gives a correction as always. The music in this episode is from the  BDS Mixtape Simone Bailey at the Headlands California College of the Arts contemplates major changes amid $20m deficit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

330 - I Wish to Control the Birds 26.08.2024

 We talk about taking going to a traditional Palestinian embroidery workshop! It was amazing! Kate went to Your Mood Gallery in San Francisco. Kate looks for a part of a book 99 times. Maysoun becomes a modern witch. We talk about the fingers of your feet. The music in this episode is from the  BDS Mixtape  (buy it) Min Amanne Designs  - start embroidering! San Francisco neighb...

329 - Ding! 13.08.2024

Kate went to the Berkeley museum and saw Resistance Pleasure by Young Joon Kwak. We also talk about two types of Slash. Kate forgot her tarot deck but we talk about that shit anyway. The music in this episode is by  Jerusafunk Young Joon Kwak: Resistance Pleasure Rose D’Amato: Mission Chevrolet Jen Liu: GHOST__WORLD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

328 - Slippy vs. Grippy 05.08.2024

Maysoun is in a pickle again. Can she get out of it?! We also try to find some dang shoes that are not on the BDS list. We also tell you to apply for a lot of money. The music in this epodes is by  Amina Shareef Ali Writers against the war on Gaza Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

327 - Ceramic Magic (with Victor Saucedo) 29.07.2024

Congratulations Pine Tree is a proud adopter of PACBI, the Palestinian campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel. We invite all organizations regardless of size to adopt this boycott and stop all cultural and academic support for the Israeli occupation of Palestine. End the occupation! Free Palestine! This week we chat with artist, Victor Saucedo. Yes, we talk about cats. Who would...

326 - Insane in the Membrane FOR TEN YEARS! 01.07.2024

 This week Maysoun and Kate discuss Kate's mental breakdown. We also talk about SF Camerawork, the Audium, and some other art shit. Kate's in a mood! Makes sense, though! The music in this episode is by  FM-84 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

325: Galaxy Brains 14.03.2024

We are finally back even though neither of us want to be! We talk about the Palestinian Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel, cold plunges, excuses, Vallejo, corn nus, and so much more! Welcome back to the MADHOUSE!!!  The music in this episode is by  Business Casual Palestinian Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel Writers Against the War on Gaza Personal Space  (in beautiful...

324 - Free Palestine! 14.12.2023

This week we are giving you a little morsel before we go on total winter stop down. Then we will rise like a glorious plant of some kind and BLOOM INTO 2024!!! Thank you all for sticking with us through this year. We love you. The music in this episode is by  Excentrik Arab Resource and Organizing Center Jewish Voice for Peace Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Isra...

323 - Erotic Poetry with Elisabeth Nicula 17.11.2023

Elisabeth Nicula is guest hosting this week while Maysoun is on a mental-wellbeing-break. Elisabeth is a bird enjoyer, an artist, a writer, a critic, and someone who can confidently shit outside. Join us in this shared hallucination. All the music in this episode is from the album  PAZ Y LIBERTAD   Check out Elisabeth's website: Elisabeth Nicula and these essays!!!: We're alive, Pablo is...

Signal Boost: The War on Palestine Podcast 03.11.2023

 Listen to and support this podcast by Noura Erakat, Ziad Abu-Rish, and Bassam Haddad here:  https://www.jadaliyya.com/Details/45457 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

321 - Idea Factory 28.09.2023

Folks, I swear tro friggin GOD we are gonna have an interview soon. We're losing our damn minds together in our bubble! However, it is not stopping us from generating so many ideas that you can't friggin believe it. PLUS WE GET AN EMAIL FROM A LISTENER! the music in this episode is by  FAVORS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

320 - Betrayal! 21.09.2023

This week Maysoun decides to betray Kate by having a new favorite artist. It is incredibly hurtful. We also talk about a douchebag art show pop-up in SF Chinatown. Plus Kate gives the finger and Mayhsoun gives some heavy carbon calculations. The music in this episode is by  Lacrimorta Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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