{"podcast":{"title":"The Irreverent U2 Podcast: Kissing Lips and Breaking Hearts with the Garden Tarts","slug":"the-irreverent-u2-podcast-kissing-lips-and-breaking-hearts-with-the-garden-tarts-881724","podcast_index_feed_id":881724,"rss_url":"https://api.riverside.fm/hosting/RzwT0lyX.rss","website_url":"https://www.thegardentarts.com","image_url":"https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/12321c59-2575-4791-9c44-2cb4e8cd493c/logos/dd7b8434-2a40-4da3-ab5a-ffd7963a9c91.png","author":"U2 Fans Hillary and Jenny, aka The Garden Tarts","episode_count":338,"summary":"If you love U2's music but want a fun, irreverent take beyond the stats and collectables, this podcast is for you. A podcast for U2 fans, casual and die-hard alike, we are two best friends discussing what we love the most: U2 and the ridiculous adventures we've had together over three decades of friendship. In a fan world full of collectibles, statistics and academia, Jenny and Hillary bring irreverence to the otherwise serious fandom. Come hang out with the cheeky but astute Garden Tarts. Subscribe now and join Hillary and Jenny every Wednesday for your dose of U2 news, stories and laughs. SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-02T08:21:01.856662+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-irreverent-u2-podcast-kissing-lips-and-breaking-hearts-with-the-garden-tarts-881724"},"episode":{"title":"Please: U2’s Political Anthem, Listener Reactions, and Why It Still Hits Hard","slug":"please-u2-s-political-anthem-listener-reactions-and-why-it-still-hits-hard","published_at":"2026-07-01T18:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-irreverent-u2-podcast-kissing-lips-and-breaking-hearts-with-the-garden-tarts-881724/please-u2-s-political-anthem-listener-reactions-and-why-it-still-hits-hard","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-irreverent-u2-podcast-kissing-lips-and-breaking-hearts-with-the-garden-tarts-881724","url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/9be314d2e11236ac831021d80a14ef4c3acbab3531914b101bfa6816bb545bf4/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI1ZWViYzQyYy0zMjY1LTRkYWEtOTZlYS00ZjQ1MDgyZWFiODUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIxMjMyMWM1OS0yNTc1LTQ3OTEtOWM0NC0yY2I0ZThjZDQ5M2MiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2NWM5NjAyMDdlNWViYTVkMmE5MmRlM2EiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEzNGFkZGZkMWJmMmViOWUxNmNkY2UwL3RoZS1nYXJkZW4tdGFydHNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTYtMTlfXzQtNDctNTgubXAzIn0=.mp3","audio_url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/9be314d2e11236ac831021d80a14ef4c3acbab3531914b101bfa6816bb545bf4/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI1ZWViYzQyYy0zMjY1LTRkYWEtOTZlYS00ZjQ1MDgyZWFiODUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIxMjMyMWM1OS0yNTc1LTQ3OTEtOWM0NC0yY2I0ZThjZDQ5M2MiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2NWM5NjAyMDdlNWViYTVkMmE5MmRlM2EiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEzNGFkZGZkMWJmMmViOWUxNmNkY2UwL3RoZS1nYXJkZW4tdGFydHNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTYtMTlfXzQtNDctNTgubXAzIn0=.mp3","summary":"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 discussion of the song, then read listener comments that praise its soaring vocals, Larry Mullen Jr.’s drum beat, and its powerful live arrangements. The conversation explores “Please” as a song about conflict, pleading, faith, and political urgency, with references to Northern Ireland and the emotional force of the lyrics. The hosts also discuss why the song feels bigger than the album it appears on and why it remains one of U2’s most memorable performances live. Listener feedback highlights versions like PopHeart, PopMart, and the MTV Video Music Awards performance, while also calling the song a sleeper favorite, a grower, and one of U2’s finest moments. And of course, Questions for Bono over Whiskey and Cake™️ Topics Covered U2’s “Please” from Pop . Why the song feels politically charged and emotionally intense. Listener responses to the track’s lyrics, bass line, and drum pattern. Live versions including PopHeart, PopMart, and MTV performance references. Whether the song belongs on Pop or stands apart from it. Fan picks for long-retired U2 songs to bring back. Listener Highlights “Please is one of my all-time favorites.” “This is a sleeper, a grower.” “It is ethereal and ambient and that bassline just carries the whole song.” “Old U2 sneaks a song on a new U2 album.” Call to Action Join the conversation on social media at @thegardentarts and sign up for the newsletter at thegard…","meta_description":"The Garden Tarts revisit U2’s “Please” from Pop , share listener reactions, and unpack the song’s political urgency, lyrical power, and unforgettable live…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1203,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-irreverent-u2-podcast-kissing-lips-and-breaking-hearts-with-the-garden-tarts-881724/episodes/please-u2-s-political-anthem-listener-reactions-and-why-it-still-hits-hard/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-irreverent-u2-podcast-kissing-lips-and-breaking-hearts-with-the-garden-tarts-881724/please-u2-s-political-anthem-listener-reactions-and-why-it-still-hits-hard.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}