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| 367 - Morning Pages | 29 Oct 2025 | 00:30:44 | |
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 & surasshu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 366 - Margaret Tedesco | 22 Oct 2025 | 00:27:44 | |
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 (the Glen that Margaret talks about is Glen Helfand) Gregory's Girl - Dancing Scene Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 357 - Underdark | 16 Jul 2025 | 00:36:14 | |
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 Middle East Children’s Alliance https://www.naughtygirlfitness.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 256 - Coffee Time | 02 Jul 2025 | 00:33:24 | |
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) 'It's erasure': One of San Francisco's most celebrated sites is at a crossroads Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 355 - Corporate Partnership | 25 Jun 2025 | 00:30:33 | |
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. | |||
| 354 - Besties vs. Besties (with Leila Weefur and Elena Gross) | 18 Jun 2025 | 00:33:55 | |
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. | |||
| 353 - Longest Running | 04 Jun 2025 | 00:30:23 | |
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 Big Five personality test - shoutout to BaubleRob Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 352 - Cutting String | 24 May 2025 | 00:32:12 | |
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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 351 - Normal Sunday | 16 May 2025 | 00:36:15 | |
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 Genetics 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. | |||
| 350 - Ups and Downs (with Héctor Muñoz-Guzmán) | 07 May 2025 | 00:40:47 | |
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 Street Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 349 - Application Time | 01 May 2025 | 00:33:46 | |
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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 348 - Naked Women | 24 Apr 2025 | 00:54:15 | |
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 Sarah Hotchkiss Inside the Indoor Beach Opera That’s the Talk of the Venice Biennale by Casey Lesser You Might Call Alex Tatarsky a Playwright. But They Identify as ‘An Experimental Clown Artist’ by Hiji Nam Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 365 - Inverted Integrity | 14 Oct 2025 | 00:31:37 | |
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 Guerrero Who Has a Say in the Flood of Public Art Coming to San Francisco? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 347 - Bow and Salute | 10 Apr 2025 | 00:34:57 | |
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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 346 - Maysoun in Japan | 03 Apr 2025 | 00:43:27 | |
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 platform. FREE Workshops at RTS! April 5th - Hands Off! San Francisco Fights Back (Civic Center) 16th St. Alliance (we're not fans) Effective Canadian policy to reduce harms from prescription opioids: learning from past failures Study of one Safe Injection Facility in Canada Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 345 - Nethers (with Mitsu Okubo) | 27 Mar 2025 | 00:38:38 | |
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 Hoarding Disorder: What It Is, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 344 - Sincerity (with Aaron Harbour) | 19 Mar 2025 | 00:39:59 | |
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 Exhibition reviews by Sarah Eunmi Choe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 343 - Ferdydurke | 06 Mar 2025 | 00:31:51 | |
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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 342 - Kissin' Coyotes | 27 Feb 2025 | 00:37:51 | |
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 Free Palestine Mix Tape San Francisco Review of Whatever Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 341 - Uncrossing Pianists | 12 Feb 2025 | 00:36:16 | |
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 Center for New Music (place Kate couldn't remember) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 340 - Ancient History (with Kathy Zarur) | 06 Feb 2025 | 00:44:29 | |
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 How did cats become domesticated? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 339 - Gold in Peace, Iron in War | 29 Jan 2025 | 00:28:41 | |
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 Cian Dayrit: Liberties Were Taken at Root Division Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 338 - On the Road Again | 22 Jan 2025 | 00:37:12 | |
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. | |||
| 364 - Glitched Plants (with Kija Lucas) | 01 Oct 2025 | 00:37:21 | |
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 Guerrero Take care of your brain! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 337 - Describing a Mug | 08 Jan 2025 | 00:31:51 | |
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 national suicide hotline Learn about PACBI - Or email us to talk about it! Congratulations PineTree@gmail.com Weird residency (scam?) - summer-residency.co Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 336 - Our Bread and Butter | 27 Dec 2024 | 00:30:56 | |
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 Dec 2024 | 00:28:20 | |
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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 334 - Results | 26 Nov 2024 | 00:33:39 | |
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 Oct 2024 | 00:37:40 | |
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 Sep 2024 | 00:36:05 | |
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 sports fans to ‘Get in the Game’ with open art call Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance: DBSA NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness How We Used the Aftermath of a Fight to Repair Our Relationship Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 331 - Pool Noodle | 16 Sep 2024 | 00:32:06 | |
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 Aug 2024 | 00:41:09 | |
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 neighbors say Waymo honking continues, global audience follows along live Divestment Teach-In RSVP! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 329 - Ding! | 13 Aug 2024 | 00:34:38 | |
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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 328 - Slippy vs. Grippy | 05 Aug 2024 | 00:26:07 | |
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. | |||
| 363 - Stepped Fret (with Isaac Vazquez Avila) | 24 Sep 2025 | 00:35:33 | |
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 Guerrero Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 327 - Ceramic Magic (with Victor Saucedo) | 29 Jul 2024 | 00:40:36 | |
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 we be if we didn't?! We also talk about white supremacy, ghosts, several neighborhoods in SF, televisions, and so much more. The music in this episode is by GODGIFU and Chris Garneau Learn about PACBI! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 326 - Insane in the Membrane FOR TEN YEARS! | 01 Jul 2024 | 00:34:29 | |
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 Mar 2024 | 00:40:42 | |
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 Vallejo) Koons Ruins by Kathy Aoki!!! Go!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 324 - Free Palestine! | 14 Dec 2023 | 00:44:16 | |
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 Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel Over 400 Bay Area Artists Sign Letter Calling for Boycott of Israeli Institutions from KQED US Campaign for Palestinian Rights Palestine Red Crescent Society About the BDS (Boycott, Divest, Sanction) Movement: US Military Funding to Israel (look up your city): https://uscpr.org/militaryfunding Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 323 - Erotic Poetry with Elisabeth Nicula | 17 Nov 2023 | 00:31:00 | |
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: and these essays!!!: Pacific Saw Works - NEW NEW NEW gallery in Oakland right near MacArthur Bart!!! Climate Control - FRESH HOT NEW gallery right near 24th st Bart! Public transit users, your eyes will never be hungry again! 1599fdt - NEWEST gallery at 620 Kearny St in SF! Et al. is back in the basement so I Kate can live out her gremlin fantasies in peace. 120710 - WOW NEW gallery in Berkeley! CAN YOU BELIEVE!?! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Signal Boost: The War on Palestine Podcast | 03 Nov 2023 | 00:25:03 | |
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 Sep 2023 | 00:39:28 | |
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 Sep 2023 | 00:40:47 | |
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. | |||
| 319 - Long Road to Vallejo | 22 Aug 2023 | 00:32:49 | |
This week Maysoun tries to defend her scary use of periods over text message. Kate talks about a trip to see art in Vallejo. Were in summer mode, but I swear to all that is holy we are gonna get it together soon. Music in this episode is by KUREI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 318 - Meandering Ramble | 04 Aug 2023 | 00:38:14 | |
This week we have a good old fashioned ramble! We talk about some events coming up and Kate comes out as an absurdist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 362 - Top 10 Bay Area Arts and Culture | 10 Sep 2025 | 00:35:18 | |
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 Tape Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 317 - Gay Minds (with Leila Weefur) | 20 Jul 2023 | 00:52:29 | |
This week Leila Weefur guest hosts and talks with Kate about emerging, Bay Area mandatory history meetings, vegan food, and a shit ton of other things. Watch out- Kate and Leila of course are on one. The music in this episode is by FAVORS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 316 - Swimming Pool USA | 24 Jun 2023 | 00:31:42 | |
This week Maysoun and Kate almost get baited into selling swimming pools. This episode is unhinged. I think we should go ahead and take a break for a week or two after this one. The music in this episode is by FM-84 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 315 - Reverse | 15 Jun 2023 | 00:31:07 | |
This week we experiment with time. Maysoun premieres her new medical corner segment. We talk about compensation for artists and whether we are face or name people. the music in this episode is by quest?onmarq Working Artists and the Greater Economy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 314 - Ben Writes In | 08 Jun 2023 | 00:33:52 | |
This is a celebration of Ben. The music in this episode is bastiengoat Real Time and Space - Come have an art studio in Oakland! Apply now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||