Tales From A Teapot

Michael Nejati takes on solo host duties as he sits down with the 2026 Tempest captains Jesse Galea and Jay Friesen. Grab a tasty beverage and find out how the teams got formed for this year's main event. Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

In a shocking twist, Mike was reinstated as the show's co-host. Mike and Jay actually sat down to rehash the 2025 Tempest as well as looking ahead to the future of the Tempest and some things that may be in store. This episode is makes history as the first unedited cut (just the intro music and outro music added). Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

In this episode, Jay alongside a very special guest, breaks down all the upcoming matches at the 2025 Tempest. Best listened to on your drive into the Tempest but a listen on Tempest Eve is also more than acceptable. Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

A once great revered Captain and podcast host Michael Nejati sits down with Jay Friesen to weave a web of lies as we discuss the 2025 Tempest draft. Fact checking is highly encouraged after listening to this podcast. Listener discretion is advised. Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Music: Sports FM by Shane Ivers - ⁠https://www.silvermansound.com⁠  

In this episode, former Tempest Captains Jay Friesen, Michael Nejati, Derek Gyssels, and Steven Celebre sit down to make their picks for the upcoming Tempest Teapot tournament. Best listened to on the way into the Tempest :) Enjoy and play well! Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

The greatest Tempest captain of all time - Michael Nejati, sits down with his co-host Jay Friesen along with the 2024 captains Michael Conte and Jesse Galea to make team selections in the 2024 Tempest draft. Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Music: Sports FM by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com  

The expert panel consisting of Mr. Clutch - Derek Gyssels, The Goat - Patrick Thibaudeau, The Former 6-0 Sensation - Scotty MacDougall, and yours truly Jay Friesen sit down to break down all the upcoming action at the 14th playing of The Tempest. This episode is best enjoyed on your drive into the Tempest. Drive safely, enjoy the show, and play well gents. Our theme music: "Funk In The Trunk&...

A quick announcement / update for this year's Tempest Tournament. Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

July is here and that can only mean one thing - it's Tempest Season and the annual draft show is back! I sit down with the 2023 captains - Michael Nejati and Steven Celebre to get caught up, discuss a Tempest Format change and of course to bring you the 2023 draft selections. As always, grab your favourite beverage and snack, get cozy and enjoy the Tempest Draft. Our theme music: "Funk In...

After dragging their feet for much too long, Mike and Jay along with the prophetic Steven Celebre sit down, pour some egg nog and recap the 2022 playing of the Tempest (we got it in this calendar year woot woot).  So snuggle up by the fire, pour yourself a glass of your favourite beverage and relax as we once again chat all things Tempest.  Merry Christmas! Check out and subscribe to Gol...

Mike and Jay sit down with expert panelists Scott 7-0 MacDougall and Steve - King of Predictions - Celebre to break down and analyze the upcoming matchups in the 13th playing of the Tempest Teapot Tradition.  Maybe you will listen on Tempest Eve or perhaps you will listen on your drive in to the Oaks of St George.  Either way, we hope you enjoy the 2022 prediction show. Check out and sub...

Mike and Jay sit down with the two Captain's for the 2022 Tempest as they announce their picks in our snake draft.  Who are the captains?  Who will pick first?  Which picks will come as a surprise?  Who will wear red, who will wear blue, who will wear flowers and who will wear sleeves?   Most of these questions and more will all be answered in this special episode of...

After a lengthy hiatus, Mike and Jay sit down to catch listeners up on what has been happening in the off season.  The guys share some individual updates as well as some hopes we have for this season of Tales From A Teapot.  Finally, TFAT launches its first golf giveaway contest so be sure to listen and send in your reply to the contest at Talesfromateapot21@gmail.com.   Good to be...

The "Expert Panel" featuring Scotty McNab MacDougall, Steven "you make your own breaks" Celebre, Mike and Jay return to talk about the 2021 Tempest.  We go over the results of both the Tempest matches and our pre-tempest predictions.  Come join us for the lengthy conclusion to Season 1 of Tales From A Teapot. Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com S...

Mike and Jay sit down with esteemed Tempest Greats - Steven Celebre and Scotty McNab MacDougall to discuss the 12th playing of the Tempest Teapot Tradition.  This year's Tempest will be played on July 26th at the Dundee Golf and Country Club.  Our panel of experts share their insight and make predictions on how they believe the matches will play out.  Music: Funk In The Trunk b...

This is a can't miss episode for anyone playing in the Tempest this year.  In this episode TFAT listeners will learn who the captains are for the 2021 Tempest and they will follow along as the draft plays out directly in this episode.  So, grab your favourite munchies, snag a tasty beverage, move to a quiet place and enjoy the official Tempest Teapot draft for 2021.  Good luck to bo...

Mike and Jay discuss one of the biggest surprise results in Tempest history as we break down the ins and outs of the 2014 playing of the Tempest Teapot. Of course we throw in some trivia and we also read an actual Tales From a Teapot listener email.   Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com The Tempest Press Conference can be seen here: https://youtu.be/Q...

In today's episode, Mike and Jay sit down with world renowned golf landscape artist Linda Hartough.  Linda is golf's preeminent landscape artist and has been commissioned to paint many of golf's finest locations including Augusta National, Pinehurst, and St. Andrews.  We talk about how she got started, her process, and some of her favourite courses to capture. Please check out her amazin...

A quick update from Mike and Jay regarding production over the next 3 - 4 weeks.  We will be temporarily pausing the production of our main episodes that focus on our beloved Tempest Tournament.  We will still be bringing you interview content during this time.  When we return we will continue the Tempest story with the 2014 playing of the Tempest Teapot. Music: Funk In The Trunk&nb...

Mike and Jay sit down with Wes Whittingham - Vice President of Sales for Volvik USA.  We chat about the Volvik brand, adding some flare to the golf course, surviving the pandemic and a sneak peak at what is coming down the pipes from Volvik.   Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

The conclusion of One in a Million.  Mike and Jay discuss the results of the 2013 Tempest, sit down for a chat with Tempest favourites Pat and James, and explain how "Gordo" became a part of Tempest lore. Music: Funk In The Trunk  by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Mike and Jay recall the series of zany events that encapsulated the 2013 playing of the Tempest Teapot tradition.  A year that was truly one in a million.  Part 1 of 2. Music: Funk In The Trunk  by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com 2013 Tempest Promo Video: https://youtu.be/AyLvYv_TMrU

Mike and Jay sit down with Doug Breen - the regional Vice-President of Golf North properties - to talk Golf and the current state of the game in the middle of the pandemic. Check out the Golf North courses here: https://golfnorth.ca Toronto Star Article: https://www.thestar.com/politics/provincial/2021/05/11/ontario-golf-courses-will-remain-closed-during-covid-19-stay-at-home-order-solicitor-gener...

Mike and Jay discuss how they started building even more anticipation with Tempest promotions. Jay recalls his personal quest to be first captain, Mike dawns a snazzy sweater vest, and the guys discuss all things related to the 2012 playing of the Tempest Teapot. Music: Funk In The Trunk  by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com First Tempest Promo Video can be seen here: https://youtu...

Mike and Jay discuss the TTPI statistic, a heroic shot in the rain, and the results from the 2nd playing of the Tempest Teapot that took place in the summer of 2011. Please send any questions or comments to: Talesfromateapot21@gmail.com Music: Funk In The Trunk  by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com