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Congratulations Pine Tree
by Congratulations Pine Team
The Bay's number ONE arts and culture podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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402 - Snoopy, Linus, and Jack Halberstam
This week Maysoun regails us with tales of her mini-vacation to Sonoma County. She loses her mind for the Charles Schulz Museum! Kate gets dorky for Jack Halberstam. The music in this episode is by La Luz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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401 - Krang
This week we look at the final painting in our abstraction series. Go back two episodes to look at the painting (on congratulationspinetree.com) by Carmen Herrera. Also Kate saw a show. We also talk about conscientious law breaking. The music in this episode is by La Luz Hosted on Acast. See...
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400 - LIVE!!!
This week we're coming to you live from beautiful San Francisco! We discuss public art, bleeps, smack talk, and our treasured memories. The music in this episode is by spacemoth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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399D - Jaged Edge
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...
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399C - You Missed a Spot
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.…
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399B - Alley Rat Juice
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...
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399A - Artmaxxing (with Mel Prest)
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...
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399 - Ice Cream (with Mansur Nurullah)
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...
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398 - Agnes Sharkin'
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...
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397 - Deconstruct (with Danielle Lawrence)
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…
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396 - Crusty Peaks
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 congratulationspinetree.com Howardina Pindell at the MCA Chicago Virtual Crush at / Hosted on...
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395 - Hard Line
This is week two of our deep into abstraction! Be sure to share your abstract experiences with us! 419 351 6606 or email us: [email protected] 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…
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394 - Understanding Abstraction in Ten Weeks
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...
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393 - Get Madder
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 Sad Francisco Bay to Gaza…
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392 - Solidarity Forever! (with Leo Dugan)
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.
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391 - Funeral Dirge
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)...
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390 - What's Up With the Sun? (with Ebti)
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 Ebti!!! Hosted on Acast. See...
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389 - June 2026 Voter Guide
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.
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388 - Not the Voter Guide
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…
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387 - Pigeon Army
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.
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386 - VIP Preview
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…
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385 - Yes on Prop D
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.
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384 - Finishing the Hat
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.
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383 - Horse, Muffin, Bird
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. Witch art at SoEx Arts for a Better Bay Area Further Triennial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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382 - Bad Scene, Everyone's Fault (with Sarah Heinemann)
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. Sarah Heinemann Sol Lewitt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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381 - Wall Drawing
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.
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380 - True Believer
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 SFAC Meeting Video Tiny Splendor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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379 - Emergency Meetings
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! SF Arts Ed Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts CCA and the SEIU1021 Artist Space Trust SOMARTS…
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378 - SOS!
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: [email protected] The…
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377 - Know Your Neighbors (with Torreya Cummings)
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 TORREYA CUMMINGS Getting your HAM radio license Arresting Dress: Cross-Dressing, Law, and...
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376 - Hard to Describe
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...
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375 - All's Fair
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.
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374 - Friendless in Frisco
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...
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373 - January Fools
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...
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372 - Disorient (with Helia Pouyanfar)
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 Helia Pouyanfar History of Persian Cats Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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371 - ATA! (with Tessa Siddle and Ariel Zaccheo)
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 Donate to ATA! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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370 - Bemis Tech Breath
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...
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369 - Labor at the Wattis
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 CCA Wattis…
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368 - Free School
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...
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367 - Morning Pages
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 The Arab Film Festival Freewrite KAWS: FAMILY Altman Siegel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
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366 - Margaret Tedesco
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 [2nd floor projects] (the Glen that Margaret talks about is Glen Helfand) Kevin Killian Eileen Myles Dennis Cooper Gina Lollobrigida…
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365 - Inverted Integrity
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...
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364 - Glitched Plants (with Kija Lucas)
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! Kija…
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363 - Stepped Fret (with Isaac Vazquez Avila)
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 Isaac Vazquez Avila Part 2 Gallery Hosted on Acast. See...
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362 - Top 10 Bay Area Arts and Culture
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 2nd floor projects Paramount Theatre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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361 - Friendly Radio (with Amanda Guest)
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 BFF.fm SF Community Music Center...
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360 - Sacks (with Katherine Ross Ward)
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...
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359 - No World but Brunch (with Kelly Pendergrast)
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…
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Lost Tape: Underwater Olympics
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.
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357 - Underdark
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...
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