Tea with Fran

Friends! Here at Tea With Fran we preach being kind, genuine, and caring to all beings. We believe a positive mindset leads to a positive life. However.. We also have a few things that rub us the wrong way. Some thorns in our sides. We jokingly work our way through lists of things we dislike. All the while highlighting the importance of not letting the little things bother us!   This was a fun one...

Technology! This was an episode Fran really wanted to do. She has some strong feelings about AI and the effects it is having on our society. We hope you use technology to listen and respond to us your thoughts! How has all of our modern technologies changed the way you live? Has it changed culture? Connect with us and share your thoughts! It was so great to get the gang back together. We love and...

Back again! The follow up to last episode's topic of love. The group covers all sorts of fun, serious, and heartfelt topics involving love. Be sure to listen if you want to hear about Fran's first kiss! And of course so much more. What does love mean to you? How do you know you are in love? Thank you again to all the Franatics out there listening. We know we aren't able to release epis...

It feels so good to be back! The group explains their hiatus and what they did over the past two months. Fran then discusses love and the different ways people can love.  Going forward episodes will not be released on a set schedule. Busy lives are leading the group to gather and record when possible which can vary in time. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, YouTube, and your preferred stream...

The winter solstice is here! At 4:47 pm EST the sun in the Northern Hemisphere will be at its furthest south point in the sky. Thus making it the shortest day of the year. A day that has been celebrated by people across cultures and times. And on the Tea With Fran podcast! The group discusses the solstice and their tradition of gathering with friends to eat, celebrate, and present acts to "call" b...

An angel returns! Along with Justin and Kevin! After a hiatus the group gets back to recording. After catching up and going over the last 2 months the group dives into Fran's angel stories. A moving episode that makes you wonder about the world around us we can't really see. Have you met your guardian angel? We would love to hear YOUR angel story! Don't forget to send your questions in! Conne...

Season Finale!! Can it really be 20 episodes already? What a time it has been! This episode we reflect back on the show and think about the future. We also go over more Fran Mail. (Fran shares a moving "angel" story too!)  *IMPORTANT* The show will be taking a short hiatus as we gear up for season two! We want to thank all of our listeners for tuning in and sharing Fran's story and message(s)...

This week's topic of memory brought out a lot of different stories. Fran explains how a head on collision caused her to lose her ability to read for TWO YEARS!!! She tells the difficult story of regaining her lost memories. The fellas also share their thoughts on memories before going into some Fran Mail. Don't forget to send your questions in!  Connect with us!! Here: teawithfranmail@gm...

The group has a great discussion on purpose this episode. Fran's insights into aging with purpose are fascinating. The guys also give their takes on what they feel their purpose is in this world. Be sure to listen to the end! Fran reads a poem her mother wrote. She also gives her take on tattoos. You may be surprised with her response!  Connect with us!! Here: teawithfranmail@gmail.com&n...

This was a fun one! The group recounts recent travels before diving into the topic of community. Justin might have said it best: Sense of community is a sense of the self. We also have a fun bonus segment at the end when avid traveler/outdoors woman Sarah joins to explain the communities she found while living in Alaska. A wonderful conversation! Let us know what communities you're a part of! Conn...

MAIL CALL! To work around travel plans the group cut this episode to go over Fran Mail. Another great reminder to write in to us to get your questions answered by Fran and the fellas. Connect with us!! Here: teawithfranmail@gmail.com Here on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teawithfranpodcast/?hl=en Here on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCebD0d2ZzbmdVw_Ll6atubQ

Dive into this episode as the group discusses food! The laughs and snacks are flowing as everyone chimes in on how they view food. We at Tea With Fran would love to hear your thoughts on food! Connect with us!! Here: teawithfranmail@gmail.com Here on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teawithfranpodcast/?hl=en Here on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCebD0d2ZzbmdVw_Ll6atubQ

What is choice? What is decision? This episode we try and figure that out! We also go over a great Fran Mail question. Advice to listen to for anyone getting ready to teach a topic to others! We hope you choose to listen!  Connect with us!  You can send in Fran Mail! either here: teawithfranmail@gmail.com Here on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teawithfranpodcast/?hl=en Here on Yout...

We are back in action! Kevin recounts his Alaskan adventure before the group goes into a discussion on climate. Fran highlights the importance of being aware of changes. Some great Fran Mail is sorted out as well. Do you cut down a Christmas tree? Do you think money is evil? Let us know! Connect with us!  You can send in Fran Mail! either here: teawithfranmail@gmail.com  Here on Instagra...

Hello friends! We apologize for no episode last week. Life is busy! This week we bring you a compilation episode highlighting some of our favorite moments so far. From Fran's wealth of knowledge to Justin's bathroom misfortune in Rome to Kevin writing a poem for Justin. We offer up what makes Tea With Fran so wonderful. So relisten or tell a friend. New episodes starting back up next Tuesday!!

After catching up with Justin's mother about a scary vacation moment, Fran does what she does best. Tells a shocking story that will leave your jaw dropped to the floor. Afterwards some Fran Mail is discussed and a short conversation about cups is had. Do you have a favorite cup? Connect with us!  You can send in Fran Mail! either here: teawithfranmail@gmail.com Here on Instagram: https://www.inst...

Wow! 10 episodes already?! What fun we are having! This was an enjoyable one to record as the group goes over the joys of vacationing.  We want to remind all of our valuable listeners to keep spreading the word on Tea With Fran! Follow the podcast on your favorite streaming platform. Also find and connect with us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/teawithfranpodcast/?hl=en On YouTube: htt...

*Cue spooky UFO music* In an episode discussing encounters naturally Fran has a UFO story! After finishing up the cliff hanger from last week about plants being able to recognize "murders" the group goes over human encounters they have had. If you want a good laugh be sure to listen to the story about Dan at a Broadway show! Write in to us any interesting encounters you've had! Connect with us at...

Somber. Sober. Fran shines in episode 8 as she helps Justin unpack and understand a tough experience. After having a mirror flipped on him, Justin comes to terms with a difficult fact of his life. He also makes plans to better himself. A powerful episode. Friends helping friends. Support one another. Connect with us at  teawithfranmail@gmail.com and also on Instagram https://www.instagram.com...

MAIL CALL! The group catches up on Fran Mail while letting the conversation flow. Great advice is given about marriage, career changes, and secrets to great tea! Enjoy the flow and think about what you want to write in! Connect with us via teawithfranmail@gmail.com or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teawithfranpodcast/?hl=en

Woah! You never know where the conversation will go! What started off as a follow up to the prior travel themed episode turned into some great ghost stories. This one is a trip! Got a ghost story? Got FranMail? Send it to us teawithfranmail@gmail.com or connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teawithfranpodcast/?hl=en

Get your passport ready, the podcast goes international! Well, not physically, but in conversation! After following last week's powerful episode the group has a light hearted conversation about the importance of travel. All while sharing highlights and lowlights! A few beers are had and even more laughs are shared. Keep sending in the FranMail via email to teawithfranmail@gmail.com or connect with...

What is your personal charm? The episode this week focuses on attraction! Fran shares a personal story that has been replaying in her mind recently. The group discusses personal attractions and ways to better understand them. Fran tells a powerful story during the Franmail portion of the show. Wow, you won't want to miss it! Thank you all for the support! Keep sending in Franmail. Keep working for...

What fun! Fran and the guys go over some Franmail and follow up with topics from the week before. Public speaking advice is given along with more teaching wisdom. Fran's dog, Lilly, joins this episode on her lap. Friend of the show, Steve, is in town to produce the episode. Many laughs are had! Stay till the end to hear how you can join The Army of Good!!

Yes, yes, yes! This is what Tea with Fran is like. Or should we call it Teaching with Fran?? We go over Fran's teaching philosophy and cover a few highlights from her career. Some special stories are shared and some wonderful advice is given. You may have to listen twice and take notes! Thank you everyone who has listened and given feedback. We are finding our way! Write in some Franmail!!