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| 399D - Jaged Edge | 19 Sep 2026 | 00:48:05 | |
This week Kate went to a show! We discuss climate activists gluing themselves to paintings. We also look at a painting by Miyoko Ito (see the notes from the last episode on CongratulationsPineTree.com) and we try to say the name of the city of Concord. The music in this episode is by La Luz See next week's painting at CongratulationsPineTree.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 399C - You Missed a Spot | 10 Sep 2026 | 00:45:43 | |
Be sure to check out the show notes from last week's episode to see the paintings we're talking about this week! We look so hard our eyes fall out. Plus Kate went to a show, and Maysoun got solicited for art opportunities. According to Kate this is part 8 of our 10 week series on abstraction. Check out everything at www.CongratulationsPineTree.com The music in this episode is by Hannah Lew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 399B - Alley Rat Juice | 03 Sep 2026 | 00:49:36 | |
This week we tell you what music shows we went to because we are cool music people. Then we get back into our ten(ish) week series on abstraction. We also talk about rejection and redesigning Arizmendi. The intro/outro music in this episode is by Hermanos Gutiérrez
See everything at CongratulationsPineTree.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 399A - Artmaxxing (with Mel Prest) | 27 Aug 2026 | 00:49:35 | |
This week we are graced with the presence of painter Mel Prest. Maysoun is hunkering down in the tropics! We talk about abstraction, haircuts, learning at the foot of the master, and what the hell goes on in a painter's studio. The music in this episode is by spacemoth see more notes at congratulationspinetree.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 399 - Ice Cream (with Mansur Nurullah) | 20 Aug 2026 | 00:50:49 | |
This week we have the pleasure of chatting with artist, Mansur Nurullah! We discus abstraction, books, scraps, the technological sublime, and counseling. We make a lot of deviations, tangents and detours. Plus giggle fits! The music in this episode is by Hannah Lew check out links and things at congratulationspinetree.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 398 - Agnes Sharkin' | 06 Aug 2026 | 00:51:35 | |
This week we jump the shark for the second time. First off, this episode is part four of our ten part series on abstraction. We talk about motherfuckin Agnes Martin, whether sharks are older than Satan, and Craig Calderwood's amazing new mural at SFMoMA. Maysoun speaks of drones. We apologize to the listeners. The music in this episode is by La Luz (they are on tour! See them!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 397 - Deconstruct (with Danielle Lawrence) | 30 Jul 2026 | 01:21:43 | |
This week we have the pleasure of talking to artist, Danielle Lawrence about abstraction, the body, and institutional decay. Then Maysoun and Kate explore their feelings about last week's painting by Howardena Pindell. It's a long episode, folks! The music in this episode is by Hannah Lew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 396 - Crusty Peaks | 23 Jul 2026 | 00:44:44 | |
This week Kate and Maysoun saw all the shows at Minnesota Street Project. We also talk about Marlow Moss and more abstraction! Plus we decide what shapes we are. The music in this episode is by spacemoth Howardina Pindell at the MCA Chicago Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 395 - Hard Line | 16 Jul 2026 | 00:47:22 | |
This is week two of our deep into abstraction! Be sure to share your abstract experiences with us! 419 351 6606 or email us: congratulationspinetree@proton.me Also, Kate went and saw some shows! The music in this episode is by spacemoth Nice, neat lawn by Abi Tucker and Stanley Millerby Abi Tucker and Stanley Miller Space, Movement, and Body: Marlow Moss Talking Painting: Dialogues with Twelve Contemporary Abstract Painters by David Ryan How to look at an abstract painting Sculpture in the Expanded Field Mondrian His Life, His Art, and the Quest of the Absolute Nicholas Fox Weber Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 394 - Understanding Abstraction in Ten Weeks | 09 Jul 2026 | 00:35:38 | |
This week we begin a ten week course on abstraction. Please follow along, there will be prizes at the end. We also talk about the International Art Museum of America getting voted best museum in SF. Shocking. The music in this episode is by spacemoth Helen Frankenthaler, Mountains and Sea (large image) Episode 18 - The Treasure Room (about the IAMA) Helen Frankenthaler, A Brief Biography Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 393 - Get Madder | 02 Jul 2026 | 00:39:07 | |
This week we have an emotional conversation about the SFAC funding saga. We also talk about the Queers Against Zionism event at the Lab. We also talk about poetry and why people hate it. San Francisco Finalizes $17 Billion Budget, Restores Millions in Proposed Cuts Bay to Gaza Mutual Aid Collective You're invited to the 1st Annual: Bay Area Arts Picnic on Sat. July 11th 1-4pm!! Elk Glen Picnic Area at Golden Gate Park 1017 MLK Drive at 27th Street Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 392 - Solidarity Forever! (with Leo Dugan) | 18 Jun 2026 | 00:32:32 | |
This week Kate has a conversation with Leo Dugan from the Creativity Explored United bargaining team! the music in this episode is by Deseos Primitivos Creativity Explored United instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 391 - Funeral Dirge | 11 Jun 2026 | 00:48:26 | |
We talk about the election results, a couple events we went to, a protest that kate went to, and safe injection facilities. Decriminalize drugs!!!! Huge spoilers for I Love Boosters, the new Boots Riley movie! The music in this episode is from the I Love Boosters (Original Motion Picture Score) Supervised consumption explained: types of sites and services Supervised injection facilities in Canada: past, present, and future The Law (and Politics) of Safe Injection Facilities in the United States Supervised Injection Facilities and International Law New Strategies Are Needed to Stop Overdose Fatalities: The Case for Supervised Injection Facilities What Is Reverse Tolerance and Why Does It Matter in Recovery? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 390 - What's Up With the Sun? (with Ebti) | 04 Jun 2026 | 00:55:39 | |
This week we have the great honor of talking to artist, Ebti! We talk about translation, theater, death, cats, light bulbs, and whether or not the sun is gay! Sign this open letter to support the workers at the SFAC! Music in this episode is by Meshell Ndegeocello Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 389 - June 2026 Voter Guide | 21 May 2026 | 00:46:15 | |
This week we finally made our voter guide! YES ON D, SAN FRANCISCO! The music in this episode is by SPELLLING Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 388 - Not the Voter Guide | 14 May 2026 | 00:33:14 | |
This week we start on the voter guide but then we delay it because Maysoun needs to do more research. So we talk about some shows and some emails and some voicemails. Plus we're back on Horse Muffin Bird again, because Maysoun accuses Kate of being a sniveling worm. It's a weird episode. The music in this episode is by Australian lesbian, Courtney Barnett The Hundred Years' War on Palestine A Flag With Teeth — Participant Form (due by June 15th!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 387 - Pigeon Army | 08 May 2026 | 00:37:58 | |
This week Kate and Maysoun went to a rally at city hall! We petition the birds to stop the surveillance state. Maysoun went to a show! We did it all! The song in this episode is by Cain Culto, Xiuhtezcatl & Snow Tha Product Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 386 - VIP Preview | 27 Apr 2026 | 00:48:13 | |
This week Kate and Maysoun hang out with billionaires. Kate makes a public apology. Maysoun tries to explain the SF charter, whatever the hell that is. Plus we tell you to go to a clown show. The music in this episode is by spacemoth Sugar Mud - A Surreal Comedy - BUY TICKETS Arts for a Better Bay Area (ABBA) Urbanist think tank SPUR unveils plans to revamp S.F. charter SPUR recommendations Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 385 - Yes on Prop D | 20 Apr 2026 | 00:41:29 | |
This week Maysoun is back! Kate talks shit about SFMOMA again. We also discuss a pair of shows by Trina Michelle Robinson. Plus Maysoun settles several controversies. The music in this episode is by spacemoth Yes on Prop D! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 384 - Finishing the Hat | 05 Apr 2026 | 00:29:41 | |
This week artist Sarah Heinemann guest hosts while Maysoun is abroad! We discuss therapy, the SF art scene, group chats, Maysoun's secrets, and so much more. The music in this episode is by spacemoth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 383 - Horse, Muffin, Bird | 28 Mar 2026 | 00:35:36 | |
This week we take some listener feedback! Max Blue wrote in! We talk about community organizing. We also talk about a hurtful game called Horse-Muffin-Bird. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 382 - Bad Scene, Everyone's Fault (with Sarah Heinemann) | 21 Mar 2026 | 00:44:00 | |
This week we talk to artist and dear friend, Sarah Heinemann. We discuss colors, art ideas, public transit, how much Jerry Saltz sucks, cave paintings, and working with Sol Lewitt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 381 - Wall Drawing | 14 Mar 2026 | 00:34:50 | |
This week Kate talks about doing a Sol Lewitt wall drawing at SFMOMA. We also give information about a show. Cute. The music in this episode is by spacemoth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 380 - True Believer | 07 Mar 2026 | 00:34:21 | |
We answer a listener question about where to get cheap art! We are all over the map because we're freaked out by war. the music in this episode is by spacemoth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 379 - Emergency Meetings | 26 Feb 2026 | 00:50:09 | |
This week we are in EMERGENCY MODE! SAVE THE ART SCENE!!! Plus Kate is mad about the giant naked woman sculpture. the music in this episode is by spacemoth Head over! I'll make you a drawing! Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts Nobody's coming to save SF arts — the scene must save itself by Max Blue Postcard writing info: Letter Template Dear [Name], As a member of SF's arts community, I'm asking for your support in ensuring artists have a voice in charter reform. The 1932 charter included arts representation through the War Memorial Board. Today, artists have no seat at your working group table, even as the infrastructure that sustains creative life is eroding faster than policy and philanthropy can respond. Arts and culture generate billions in economic activity and defines what makes SF livable. Could you bring our voices into your deliberations? We need a charter that serves all San Franciscans, including the artists who make this city worth living in. In solidarity, [Your Name] City Hall Officials Daniel Lurie Mayor of San Francisco mayorspressoffice@sfgov.org Office of the Mayor, City Hall, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 200, San Francisco, CA 94102 Ultimate decision maker on charter reform and city governance. He restructured city government and is driving the charter reform process. Artists need direct representation in these discussions. Staci Slaughter Chief of Staff to Mayor Lurie mayorspressoffice@sfgov.org Office of the Mayor, City Hall, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 200, San Francisco, CA 94102 Chief of Staff — the gatekeeper to the Mayor. Former SF Giants executive, advisor to Sixth Street Partners. She coordinates all policy chiefs and manages access to Lurie. Anne Taupier Executive Director, Office of Economic and Workforce Development (OEWD) oewd.info@sfgov.org City Hall, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 448, San Francisco, CA 94102 OEWD directly oversees arts/culture economic development. Her stated mission includes "repopulate our streets with arts and affordability." Came from Tishman Speyer in 2023, has urban planning background. (See more at our website) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 378 - SOS! | 12 Feb 2026 | 00:33:14 | |
What the hell is going on?! What's going to happen!? The SF art scene is having a cataclysmic disaster lately! We discuss some of it. The music in this episode is by Tommy Guerrero Artists Live Here: Community Convening - ON FRIDAY!!! Bay Area Artists Connect: BayAreaArtistsConnect@proton.me The AI spending frenzy is so huge that it makes no sense Financial Crisis Forces SF’s Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts to Close National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 377 - Know Your Neighbors (with Torreya Cummings) | 05 Feb 2026 | 00:47:00 | |
This week we talk to artist, Torreya Cummings about THE WEST! We discuss the closing of CCA, birdwatching, desktop wallpapers, sailors, trees, radios, and so much more! the music in this episode is by Ohmios
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| 376 - Hard to Describe | 29 Jan 2026 | 00:35:20 | |
Kate gets backwards offended this episode. Maysoun draws things from verbal descriptions. We discuss the shows at the Richmond Art Center. Folks, Kate was tired editing this one. Good luck. The music in this episode is by Beyond The Struttosphere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 375 - All's Fair | 22 Jan 2026 | 00:34:55 | |
Atrium! Fog! Other stuff! Kate finds a way to work Stephen Sondheim into every conversation. Maysoun wants to make certificates. the music in this episode is by aivi & surasshu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 374 - Friendless in Frisco | 15 Jan 2026 | 00:41:02 | |
This week we address a listener's question about making friends in the art world. Kate announces a new weekly social mixer! Fridays 5pm - 6pm at Et al. Make new friends and keep the old! Music in this episode is by The Good Life Ring the bell of friendship! Why It’s So Hard to Make New Friends as an Adult - Psychology Today Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 373 - January Fools | 08 Jan 2026 | 00:43:25 | |
We are fools this episode. Happy New Year! Maysoun went to Chicago! Kate went to Berkeley! We plan out our beginning-of-the-year expeditions. The music in this episode is by SAMMI Remembering Yoko Ono's "Cut Piece" by Julia Bryan-Wilson Your Guide to the Bay Area’s Biggest Art Month by Sarah Hotchkiss Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 372 - Disorient (with Helia Pouyanfar) | 18 Dec 2025 | 00:39:18 | |
This week we talk to artist, Helia Pouyanfar. We go off about rice, the refugee body, fog descending upon the earth, and of course, cats. The music in this episode is by The Good Life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 371 - ATA! (with Tessa Siddle and Ariel Zaccheo) | 11 Dec 2025 | 00:34:49 | |
This week we talk with Tessa Siddle and Ariel Zaccheo about beloved San Francisco gallery and micro-cinema, Artist Television Access. Donate to them! We love ATA!!! The music in this episode is by Tommy Guerrero Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 370 - Bemis Tech Breath | 04 Dec 2025 | 00:36:18 | |
This week we have listener feedback from an artist who works in tech. We also hear from a listener who applied to Bemis, the residency in Omaha. Plus Kate went to a breathwork session and is flummoxed by it. The music in this episode is by Tommy Guerrero Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 369 - Labor at the Wattis | 26 Nov 2025 | 00:48:20 | |
This week we went to see 8 Hours of Work at the Wattis. We had to infiltrate, take an elevator, and take in about 900 hours of video. We both get emotional in different ways. We also appreciate Julia Bryan-Wilson and Italo Calvino. The music in this episode is by Tommy Guerrero Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 368 - Free School | 19 Nov 2025 | 00:35:37 | |
This week we talk about several alternatives to traditional (expensive) art schools. We ask the big questions and speculate about the big answers. Maysoun has a cold but she is going to be ok. Thank you to the listener who wrote in about the co-op! The music in this episode is by AL GHARIB Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 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. | |||
| 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. | |||
| 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. | |||
| 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. | |||
| 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. | |||
| 361 - Friendly Radio (with Amanda Guest) | 27 Aug 2025 | 00:38:24 | |
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 GHARIB Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 360 - Sacks (with Katherine Ross Ward) | 19 Aug 2025 | 00:35:35 | |
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 ConsciousMind Routed West at BAMPFA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 359 - No World but Brunch (with Kelly Pendergrast) | 06 Aug 2025 | 00:45:35 | |
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. | |||
| Lost Tape: Underwater Olympics | 23 Jul 2025 | 00:30:33 | |
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. | |||
| 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. | |||