Some Good Tea

It maybe winter and chilly, but what better time to talk about the great outdoors and the adventures that they can hold? In this episode, Katie and her returning guest Tyler, talk about their past outdoor shenanigans. They review whether glamping or camping is better, injuries and illness that have resulted from their adventures, and how precarious hikes in the wilderness can teach us about life....

In a day when technology is designed and curated to help us connect with ease, many people are strangely lonelier than ever. In this episode, Katie and her returning guest Erin will discuss how to overcome this with friendship. They will share where and when they have made both close and superficial connections. They discuss pros and cons of having many friends and how to cultivate and maintain fr...

Sledding, snow, food, movies and fun, the winter season and the holidays bring many things to all our lives. In this episode, Katie and her returning guest Jessica will talk about some of the different activities and traditions they hold dear, or less dear around winter and the holidays. They will share stories about their favorite outdoor activities and those they never want to try. They will als...

From smartphones to computers to apple watches, the tech of our ever day lives has been evolving and growing with us, making life both easier and more complicated than ever. In this episode, Katie and her friend Katie, delve into their memories of growing up without google maps, and how the rapid development of tech has changed their everyday lives. They will discuss topics like how texting has ch...

In recent years Tabletop Role Playing Games (TTRPGs) have become more mainstream. The most well-known being Dungeons and Dragons. In this episode, Katie and her guest Cameron will talk about their experiences with this remarkable game. They will share things they have learned from it, the many ways they enjoy the game in media and their personal lives, and why they enjoy it so much. They are indul...

There is a secret magic in creating worlds, characters, and culture. We as humans love to create and consume the creations of others! In this episode, Katie and her guest Risto will discuss the why behind their writing, the roadblocks they have faced and what has helped them learn and grow as creators. They will also spill some excellent tea on the dos and don’ts of giving out poetry to love inter...

Continuing our celebration of NaNoWriMo we will spend the next episode discussing books! Katie and her returning guest Miranda will talk all about hard covers, paper backs, if its ok to dog-ear and what makes a good cover. They are enjoying Little Soldier Boy by Jasmine Dragon Dehydrated Potions while they review everything they love, and some things they hate about books. If you would like to del...

It’s National Novel Writing Month! To celebrate we are meeting with writers and authors and talking about all the ins and outs of crafting stories. This episode Katie and her returning guest Sanan discuss their experiences writing, how they go about crafting a first draft, what inspires them, and how they got sucked into the world of writing in the first place. They will discuss overcoming writers...

Halloween means many things to many people and comes with different activities, food, traditions, spooks, and fun. In this episode Katie and her two guests, Tannah and Jessica will share some of their favorite Halloween traditions. From making costumes to sharing ghost stories, this fun trio only gets derailed a few times on tangents. They are enjoying Pumpkin Spice Rooibos tea by Trader Joes whil...

It doesn’t have to be Halloween to be a time for spooks and frights. From natural disasters to stage fright, Katie and her returning guest Hannah explore some of the things that send a chill down their spines. They will discuss resent scares, to childhood traumas, to the threats of natural disasters or dying alone in space. If you are anxious enough many things can be scary! They are enjoying Cran...

All throughout history, in cultures across the world, there are monsters. Some are large, some are small, some harmless, some deadly. In this episode, Katie and her returning guest Sage answer all kinds of questions regarding their fears and experiences with monsters. They will discuss many strange creatures from yokai, to Big Foot, to classic vampires. They are enjoying Apple Cinnamon Rooibos tea...

Are Ghosts real? Why do they appear, where and are you frightened of them? In this episode, Katie and her guest Emily will dive right into sharing experiences and stories of the supernatural. The two will mull over whether everything from ghost cats to floating spectral children are real or figments of a sleepy mind waking up. They are enjoying Cinnamon Vanilla Tea by Stash in this haunting, thoug...

Fall is upon us and to start our month-long celebration, Katie and her guest Rachel will discuss all the things that make this season the best season. From the crisp days to the cozy soups, they will revel in all the fun memories and activities that comes with the change in temperature. They are enjoying Maple Apple Cider by Stash in this hand-picked, carefully carved and lit jack o-lantern of an...

I am excited to announce that every week in October 2023 we will release a new episode of Some Good Tea! We will have new and returning guests, new fall tea flavors, and many spooky, haunting, and eerie stories to share. Music by Oleg Fedak from Pixabay

Food is awesome, and even better than just regular food is breakfast food! In this episode, Katie and her returning guest Lacy discuss the most important meal of the day, breakfast. They will become so impassioned by this topic they will forget to roll the dice as they discuss their ideal breakfast menu, their controversial feelings about cereal, and if other meals could be eaten as breakfast too....

Childhood is a strange and wonderful time when we often take risks, make mistakes, and might get frightened to death! In this episode, Katie and her returning guest Erin confess some of the rules they broke during sleepovers with friends and share some of the most embarrassing moments that ensued. They discuss the night games they loved and hated, the places they visited, and the chaos that they c...

The written word has a secret power. It can move us, shape us, make us think, feel, see, and live lives we never thought we could. In this episode, Katie and her friend and author Shay Miranda delve into writing and the beautiful world of creating stories. They will share snippets of old work, discuss how they fell in love with writing, and overview what they have done to hone their skills. They a...

Life is full of adventures and unexpected twists and turns, especially if you are trying to get somewhere. In this episode, Katie and her friend Miranda answer some questions about travel and its many pros and cons. They discussed the excitement of flying, beautiful destinations and how they definitely don’t ever get lost while out exploring. They are enjoying the fantastic Bardic Inspiration by J...

There are so many good stories out in the world, from books, games, movies and more so why not totally nerd out about them all! In this episode, Katie and her good friend Sanan share some of their many favorite fandoms. From the more obscure to the mainstream, they will discuss the video games, the books and even the toy franchises that have shaped their lives. They are enjoying Honey Lavender Tea...

Food, entertainment, gifts and more! There are many things in our lives, and we have strong opinions about All of them! In this episode, Katie and her returning guest Jessica discuss some random things they hate. They will delve into some unfortunate experiences with food, share some spicy family drama, and reflect on some truly terrible Christmas gifts. They try to calm their nerves by indulging...

Life is interesting and filled with interesting questions and possibilities. In this episode, Katie and her guest Juan ask each other some thought provoking questions about life, our place in the universe, and our impact on each other. They will review some deep thoughts on the people that have changed their lives and how we too can be a positive influence, despite being so small in the universe....

Let’s face it, Star Wars is the best! In this episode, Katie and her guest Erin discussed everything Star Wars. They will delve into many topics, from Lightsaber colors to the emotional impact the franchise has had on them. If you are a life-long fan or new to the world of the Jedi and Sith, you are sure to enjoy this chat. But be warned, there may be spoilers! Katie and her friend are enjoying Wi...

Traveling can be one of the best things for your soul, but every aspect is not always as great as we would hope. In this episode, Katie and her guest Tyler review some of the travel adventures they have had, from stressful plane rides to the ‘exotic’ foods they have found along the way. They will reminisce on recent and long past trips and the inevitable pros and cons that travel bring. They are e...

Childhood is a formative and powerful time in life and the things we experience stick with us. In this episode, Katie and her guest Hannah dig up some fun childhood memories. They talk about the joys and sorrows of owning pets, navigating the murky waters of age-appropriate movies, and they reminisce about family game nights. Then they get serious and talk about the most important topic of all, di...

Who knew that people feel so strongly about something as simple as a phone call, or thanksgiving dinner? In this episode, Katie and her guest Sage share some deep-rooted feelings about holidays, road trips, and adulting. Things get a little wholesome and a lot ridiculous. They are enjoying Glazed Lemon Loaf tea by Tazo in this wild, riveting, and honestly silly conversation. Intro and outro music...