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

The Garden Tarts react to U2’s new single “Street of Dreams” in this special mini-episode of Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts. They break down the song’s upbeat sound, talk through the video’s playful details, and share their first impressions of what feels like a joyful new chapter for U2. If you want a fun, lively first listen with plenty of fan commentary, this episode is for you.

The Garden Tarts revisit U2’s “Please” from  Pop , share listener reactions, and unpack the song’s political urgency, lyrical power, and unforgettable live performances. In this mini episode of  Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts with the Garden Tarts , the hosts return to U2’s “Please,” the standout track from  Pop  that continues to inspire strong reactions from fans. They revisit their earlier di...

In this episode of  Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts , the Garden Tarts wrap up their  Songs of Innocence  era with tour memories from Toronto, Boston, Chicago, and Madison Square Garden, plus a look back at the  Innocence and Experience tour and the unforgettable ways U2 made each show feel personal. They also share standout moments involving Bono, Edge, surprise guests, rail stories, and the fan...

Bono was in New York for a weekend packed with U2-adjacent moments, from presenting Bruce Springsteen with the Harry Belafonte Social Justice Award to attending the premiere screening of Guggi’s documentary at the Tribeca Film Festival. The Garden Tarts break down the big moments, the fan frenzy around Bono, and the reminder that keeping artists safe matters. Plus, we hear firsthand voice memos fr...

U2 nerds unite: the Garden Tarts dig into the deluxe edition of Songs of Innocence, praise Bono’s vocal surprises, argue about punk cred, reveal listener poll winners, and deliver acoustic hot takes with fireworks-level enthusiasm. And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️ This episode, the Garden Tarts review the deluxe edition of U2’s Songs of Innocence — deep dives on Lucifer’s...

Jenny and Hillary continue their Tart Talk on U2’s  Songs of Innocence  with Side B, covering “Volcano,” “Raised by Wolves,” “Cedarwood Road,” “Sleep Like a Baby Tonight,” “This Is Where You Can Reach Me Now,” and “The Troubles”. They dig into grief, rage, domestic violence, Catholic abuse, friendship, and the band’s personal memories behind the songs. Along the way, they talk about live performan...

The Garden Tarts kick off their 2026 Tart Talk with part one of a two-part discussion of U2’s  Songs of Innocence . In this episode, Hillary and Jenny dig into the album’s release controversy, the Apple/iPhone backlash, the cover art, and the first five tracks, “The Miracle of Joey Ramone,” “Every Breaking Wave,” "California (There is No End to Love)," "Song For Someone" and "Iris (Hold Me Close)....

In this mini episode of Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts, the Garden Tarts dig into U2’s whirlwind time in Mexico City, including the Street of Dreams video shoot, fan reports from the set, and the growing excitement around new music tied to the FIFA World Cup. Jenny and Hillary also talk about Bono dancing and drinking in public, Larry’s welcome return to the spotlight, and what it all says about...

In this episode of Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts, the Garden Tarts play a fun and thoughtful round of “20 Questions” about U2 shows, ranking favorite concerts, toughest nights, most emotional songs, and the eras they’d time-travel back to in U2 history. They also dig into listener reactions to “Miami,” from its summer vibe and live energy to its place as one of U2’s more polarizing tracks, and...

It’s Bono’s birthday week and we're celebrating with a round of favorite Bono stories, listener questions, and poll results from the show’s desert island album question. And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️ In this episode, Jenny and Hillary revisit unforgettable encounters with Bono from the 1990s and 2000s, including the first time they saw him in Dublin, a ride in his car,...

Welcome, fellow U2 fans and lovers of ridiculous adventures! Today, the Garden Tarts spill the secrets behind their decades-long friendship, their wild concert memories, and the surprising results of a poll about ditching one U2 album. If you've ever wondered how a chance meeting at a U2 conference or Bono's car phone could lead to this podcast, you're in for a treat. How Jenny and Hillary's frien...

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: - Celebra...

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 song The surprising poll results of favorite tracks Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️ Trivia on U2's historic tour dates and memorable fan moments The ongoing quest to decode Bono’s biblical quotes The duo’s thought...

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 days...

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,...

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 YOU What are these Questions for...

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...

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? CHE...

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 Remembe...

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 f...

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...

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...

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? Liste...

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 Nigh...

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...