A Cup of Tea & Jams

Alrighty, I’m in my astrology bag during this week’s episode. Around June 30, 2026 — the planet Jupiter entered the sign of Leo, after transiting Cancer for a year. And it will be in Leo until July 25 2027. This transit is one of many significant astrological & powerful transits of 2026. As the largest planet in our solar system, it takes nearly 12 years to orbit around the Sun. This also means it...

Hey good people! I am excited to bring forward a virtual workshop on Thursday, July 9th at 6pm ET with my good friend & fellow herbalist Brittaney Whitenhill. On today’s episode, Brittaney and I shared a bit on what to expect from our upcoming workshop as well as our own experiences. Our feet carry us through life, but they also carry important messages about our health. Drawing from African Ameri...

This episode, I continue my mini series on taking baby steps into the summer solstice. Every week, I am tapping into the energy of an herb that is ruled by the Sun to honor the arrival of summer. This week I am sitting with Rosemary, a protective plant ally of the sun and fire. I know it is a common kitchen herb that many folks cook with because it is packed with aroma and flavor. But it is also p...

Good people, How is it June already??!! On June 21st, we will experience Summer Solstice. In this podcast episode I share how I plan to embody the essence of summer. For this upcoming solstice, I am calling in abundance, play, growth, and success that will carry me into the rest of the year. What are you thinking about calling in at the turning point of the year? What are the intentions that you h...

Welcome to A Cup of Tea & Jams, a podcast and publication that is full of life musings, plant medicine, and music. If this is your first time listening or even if you’ve listened to previous episodes — thank you for tuning in. We made it to season 2! We made it to season 2! This season, I am highlighting different practices that helped ground, nourish, and fortify me during seasons of transformati...

During this month of April, I am celebrating the first anniversary of the launching of my newsletter, A Cup of Tea & Jams! Today, I am returning to a previous reflection from my newsletter titled Freedom in the Quiet. To Read: https://acupofteaandjams.substack.com/p/freedom-in-the-quiet Playlist Referenced: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/02hYVtOFkX7xobllxA8Sbp?si=LEk8WFLnRmer6O03uPVHYg Subscrib...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit acupofteaandjams.substack.com I had no intention to send an offering today and yet here I am. I've learned that when my spirit and creativity decide to move and flow, listen to it. I'm realizing that I was inspired by the power of music today, so shout out to all of the musicians and artists that create beautiful love songs and stories...

A Cup of Tea & Jams is a reader-supported publication and podcast. If this offering blesses you, consider upgrading to a paid subscription or buy me a cup of tea . On the last new moon of 2024, I thought it would be fitting to share today’s offering, which is about the beautiful and powerful plant motherwort. It’s interesting that this episode is premiering at the start of winter yet the plant its...

A Cup of Tea & Jams is a reader-supported publication and podcast. If this offering blesses you, consider upgrading to a paid subscription or buy me a cup of tea . To receive exclusive posts and support my work, consider becoming a paid subscriber. In today’s episode, I will be talking about this beautiful plant and I'm not alone. I invited my good friend and fellow herbalist Marasia Simone to dis...

A Cup of Tea & Jams is a reader-supported publication and podcast. If this offering blessed you, consider upgrading to a paid subscription or buy me a cup of tea . To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming subscriber. Growing hibiscus is truly a journey. I had the pleasure to chat with my friend Qubilah Huddleston about her journey with the beloved flower for my second installmen...

Hello Good People! Welcome to A Cup of Tea & Jams podcast. This is an audio companion to my newsletter. Every now and again, I want to chit chat and send a little voice note about life, plants, and good music. Today, I am excited to share the first installment of my Garden Talk series. This is where I bring stories about the different plants I am currently growing this season and all that I am lea...

Welcome to A Cup of Tea & Jams podcast. This is an audio companion to my newsletter . Every now and again, I want to chit chat and send a little voice note about life, plants, and good music. In my first episode, I give a quick overview on what to expect in this audio experience and share a bit about how my garden is currently a source of joy in my life. Future episodes I will bring stories about...