Congratulations Pine Tree

 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

 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 GuerreroCCA Wattis Institute

 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

 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 & surasshuThe Arab Film FestivalFreewriteKAWS: FAMILYAltman Siegel

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 KillianEileen MylesDennis CooperGina LollobrigidaGregory's Girl - Dancing Scene

 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 GuerreroWho Has a Say in the Flood of Public Art Coming to San Francisco?

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 GuerreroTake care of your brain!Kija LucasTo Bright DisturbancesBlack Cube Gallery

 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 Tape2nd floor projectsParamount Theatre