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Eric and Tess
The inspirational quote for this episode is from the apostle Paul.
Tess’s loves for this episode are the TV show “Only Murders in the Building,” and the movie “You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah.”
Leif’s loves for this episode are drinking coffee (did you know this stuff gives you energy??) and visiting the Museum of the Bible.
In this episode’s tales from the library (for old time’s sake) Tess tells us about being included on her coworker’s zombie apocalypse team, and Leif tells us about a library customer’s Sonic the Hedgehog shirt.
This episode’s life lesson: If you have trouble finding motivation to leave your bed in the morning, try to find just one thing to be excited about.
This will be the last episode of the “Same Team Y’all” podcast for a while. We are taking an extended hiatus to focus on our new podcast “Tree of Life” in which we will read and discuss the bible, in the Leif and Tess way, the way you’ve come to know and love, with humor and tangents galore. Feel free to join us, or we’ll talk to you again in approximately 14 years.
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The inspirational quote for this episode is Proverbs 4:20-27. Leif’s loves for this episode are “Sonic Prime” on Netflix and the “Sonic Weekly” podcast. Tess’s loves for this episode are worship music by Maverick City Music and Elevation Worship, and Jungle Jim’s International Market. This episode’s life lesson: If you don’t let a piece of […]
The inspirational quote for this episode is from Madonna. Tess’s loves for this episode are League of Pigs on YouTube and “The Big Nailed It Baking Challenge” on Netflix. Leif’s loves for this episode are “The Bible in a Year” podcast, and a trip he recently took with his family to Great Wolf Lodge. This […]
The [unconventionally] inspirational quote for this episode is from naturalist Rob Bierregaard. Leif’s loves for this episode are the TV show “The Chosen,” and the “Barbie” movie. Tess’s loves for this episode are a nice day she spent recently in Annapolis with her husband, and the TV show “Is It Cake?” In this episode’s tales […]
The inspirational quote for this episode is from The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoevsky. Tess’s loves for this episode are the TV show “The Chosen,” and the podcast “The Redemption of Jar Jar Binks.” Leif’s loves for this episode are the Playdate by Panic, and Epic: The Musical. In this episode’s tales from the library […]
The inspirational quote for this episode is from poet Andrea Gibson. Leif’s loves for this episode are the Final Fantasy XIII trailer, and Freya’s report card. Tess’s loves for this episode are the “Cat’s Café” books/comics by Matt Tarpley, and the Netflix show “Muster Dogs.” In this episode’s tales from the library Leif tells us […]
The inspirational quote for this episode is from Marshall Rosenberg (developer of Nonviolent Communication). Tess’s loves for this episode are livestreaming religious services, and re-watching the classic ’90’s sitcom “Seinfeld.” Leif’s loves for this episode are the video game Final Fantasy XIII (and writing fanfiction about it), and the podcasts “Green Hill Zone” and “Every […]
The inspirational quote for this episode is from Tariq AKA the Corn Kid. Leif’s loves for this episode are “The Queen’s Gambit” by Walter Tevis (which has inspired him to play chess IRL and online) and his Thinking Nest™. Tess’s loves for this episode are her recent experiences painting at Wine and Design and visiting […]
The inspirational quotes for this episode are from J.R.R. Tolkien. Tess’s loves for this episode are “House of the Dragon” and the docuseries “Welcome to Wrexham.” Leif’s loves for this episode are “The Silmarillion” and the trailer for “The Super Mario Bros Movie.” In this episode’s tales from the library Tess shares an inspirational storytime […]
The inspirational quote for this episode is from “The Golden Swift” (part of “The Silver Arrow” series) by Lev Grossman. Leif’s loves for this episode are the book “Bewilderment” by Richard Powers and the TV show “Rings of Power” (and the TV show “House of the Dragon”). Tess’s loves for this episode are the movie […]
The inspirational quotes for this episode are from Mother Teresa. Tess’s loves for this episode are the graphic novels Squarriors by Ash Maczko and Lifetime Passes by Terry Blas, the book Chasing American Monsters by Jason Offutt, and the movie “The Mothman Legacy” by Small Town Monsters. Leifs’s loves for this episode are the video […]
The inspirational quote for this episode is the poem “Two-Headed Calf” by Laura Gilpin. Leif’s loves for this episode are Sonic the Hedgehog mobile games, and a conversation about Sonic he recently had with a tween. Tess’s loves for this episode are “Awkward” Ashleigh Burton’s reaction channel on YouTube, and spending her birthday in a […]
Oh happy day! It’s a new episode of the “Same Team Y’all” podcast! The inspirational quote for this episode is from absolute legend, Sonic the Hedgehog. Tess’s loves for this episode are watching her nephews participate in youth sports, and the “Obi-Wan Kenobi” and “Ms. Marvel” shows streaming via Disney+. Leif’s loves for this episode […]
Did you think we went on hiatus again? We kind of did, but not on purpose! Anyway, we’re back with a shiny new episode for you buckaroos! The inspirational quote for this episode is from the O.G. Emily Dickinson. Leif’s loves for this episode are the lore and music of “Sonic the Hedgehog.” Tess’s loves […]
Leif and Tess are BACK from their most epic hiatus yet (check out their spin-off “Twin Peaks” podcast Same Peaks Y’all which just wrapped up!) The inspirational quote for this episode is from Leif’s daughter Freya, who reminds us it’s nobody’s job to judge people for being different. Tess’s loves for this episode are the […]
Tess and Eric are going on hiatus for a few months to focus on their spin off podcast “Same Peaks Y’all” (in which they discuss episodes of the classic television show “Twin Peaks”) but here’s one more episode of stuff, cake, and life lessons before they return to their fave northwestern murder town. The inspirational […]
Eric and Tess: best friends, librarians, lovers of stuff, learners of lessons, back again with another episode that is jam-packed with philosophical musings. The inspirational quote for this episode is from Toni Morrison (maybe you’ve heard of her). Tess’s loves for this episode are the Fredericksburg Tacos & Beer Festival, and the podcast “May I […]
Tess and Eric. You can’t stop them. They will help usher in the next era of good feelings, whether you like it or not! The inspirational quote for this episode is from Shakespeare (maybe you’ve heard of him). Eric’s loves for this episode are joining “The 5AM Club” and watching “The Wizard of Oz” with […]
Eric and Tess are back again for another special episode of the “Same Team Y’all” podcast! The inspirational quote for this episode is from a video by the Pursuit of Wonder YouTube channel. Tess’s loves for this episode are the “Bridgerton” book series by Julia Quinn, and her new pair of high-waisted “mom” jeans. Eric’s […]
Tess and Eric have a lot to say about a lot of things. Strap in as we enter the Jeff Goldblum zone. The inspirational quote for this episode is from a video of the CEO of WD-40 talking about accountability. Eric’s loves for this episode are rock climbing, and the poetry of Wendell Berry (plus […]
Eric and Tess. At it again. Changing the world one podcast at a time. Ushering in the next era of good feelings. The inspirational quote for this episode is the poem “Walk Slowly” by Danna Faulds. Tess’s loves for this episode are a new dress and how it makes her feel, and a new bird […]
Tess and Eric. Back again. Talking about how the world is a better place when we treat each other with civility. And more! The inspirational quote for this episode is from the poem “The Hill We Climb” by Amanda Gorman. Tess’s loves for this episode are the book “The Project” by Courtney Summers (and the […]
Eric and Tess are back with a special belated Valentine’s themed episode of the “Same Team Y’all” podcast! The inspirational quote for this episode is the poem “The Peace of Wild Things” by Wendell Berry. Eric’s loves for this episode are the audiobook “Nonviolent Communication” by Marshall Rosenberg, and the video game “Heaven’s Vault.” Tess’s […]
Your eyes and ears do not deceive you. It is indeed another episode of the Same Team Y’all podcast with Tess and Eric! The inspirational quote of this episode is “Dear Fellow Humans” from Montague Workshop. Our shared love this episode is emails from our listeners. Thank you for reaching out to us. We truly […]
Eric and Tess are back from an extended mental and physical health sabbatical and are ready to be there for you. Quote- From “The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment” by Eckhart Tolle. Loves- YouTube channels Ordinary Adventures, Delish (particularly “Iconic Eats” and “Julia Tries Everything”), and Brian Christopher Slots, The Mandalorian, WandaVision, and […]
Eric and Tess are back after only a fortnight making it an official pattern? Quote- Karamo Brown, from “Queer Eye” Loves- Hamilton Musical on Disney +, Eric closing on his new house, the Funhaus YouTube channel and The Baby-Sitters Club on Netflix Tales from the Library- A heartwarming tale about witnessing rare hugs in the […]
Eric and Tess have stopped playing Animal Crossing long enough to record an episode! Quote- Kentucky as One music project Loves- Animal Crossing: New Horizons, The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, Meditate Together Tales from the Library- Covid-19 library reopening update Life Lesson- You have no control over how someone else behaves, and no matter […]
Our intrepid librarians discuss their loves, tales, and life lessons! Some of their loves include books, TV shows, and home brewing Kombucha with their mommas. They also discuss how the pain we feel connects us to each other because of at the end of the day it’s all the same pain. Please enjoy!
Are you in need of mayonnaise? Have you considered asking your friendly librarians Eric and Tess? Action for Happiness. Tuca and Bertie. Bob’s Burgers. Sweet, sweet mycoprotein. Mayo at the library. And no one, we mean no one, has a time machine. Quote of the episode- https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/non-verbal-high-school-student-delivers-graduation-speech-with-voice-tech/ Theme song written and performed by Guy Doodmen. […]
Eric and Tess celebrate fifty wonderful episodes by singing all new segment music… live… without planning it out first… and often singing over each other. The line between adorable and unbearable is a thin one! Also loves, tales, and lessons abound! Thank you so much for listening!
Eric and Tess are recording live from the Charles County Comic-Con! Again! Swimming pools, Star Wars reactions, intergalactic librarians, and a whole bucket of lessons are just a few of the things brought up. A special thank you to all our new friends made at C4. Thanks for stopping by!
Our friendly librarians are back and gushing about their loves, tales and life lessons like it’s nobody’s business! Tess loves another podcast (no surprise there) and Eric cries a whole bunch while going into borderline Jeff Goldblum mode (absolutely zero surprises there as well). If you’ve seen “Avengers: Endgame” or don’t care about spoilers be […]
Loves, tales, and lessons…. Oh my! Another mini hiatus has broken as Eric and Tess chat about Hawaii, kids peeing their pants, and how life is about more than entertainment. Be sure to stay around after the episode to hear extra spoliery talk about Captain Marvel!
Quote of the episode: The Five Chapters of My Life, by Portia Nelson, read by Wayne Dyer Stuffs they love:Eric- Tetris is back, baby! The videogames Tetris 99 and Tetris Effect. And celebrating International Women’s Day by watching Alita: Battle Angel and Captain Marvel. Tess- The Netflix show “The Umbrella Academy” and Lofi Hiphop Radio. Tales […]
The hiatus has finally been broken and librarian best buds Eric and Tess are back! As always, they discuss stuffs they love, heartwarming tales from the library, and life lessons learned while on a cruise with an angry young child, all with the noble goal of ushering in a second era of good feelings! Quote […]
Eric and Tess wind down 2018 and big up 2019 by giving out some “awards” to their friends, families, and selves! Stuffs we’re loving: Christmas lights, Christmas farms, “The Curious Creations of Christine McConnell,” and “Aquaman.” We both have tales from our library’s Staff Health and Wellness Day, and Tess shares a life lesson she’s […]
Librarian best buds, Eric and Tess, discuss stuffs they love, heartwarming tales from the library, and life lessons learned while walking their doggos in the cold, cold mornings, all with the noble goal of ushering in a second era of good feelings! Quote of the episode: Spanx CEO Sara Blakely offers advice to redefine failure Stuffs they love: […]
Video games, great books, and cute doggies in the library are just a few of the things our best pals, Eric and Tess, talk about in this great episode. They also spend some time talking about a beautiful hypothetical future where people aren’t pressured to vote along party lines.
Have you ever pondered the beauty of a lozenge? Eric and Tess discuss cults, lost (and then found) iPods, the library conference KAC2, and how it is very important realize what things in life are important and which simply are not worth worrying or getting upset about. Spoiler alert: that FB post that you don’t agree […]
In this episode Eric and Tess learn a lesson about kindness from a high school student, discuss the merits of meditating (and if it will cause them to glow like the sun), and how worrying about something only makes you suffer twice. Hope you enjoy. And remember: you’re awesome. And loved. And amazing.
To make up for having a semi-hiatus Eric and Tess partake in their first ever lightning round version of stuff they love, where they talk about a bunch of stuffs under the threat of a timer! They both contemplate the existence of reality, talk about Jim Halpert’s beautiful beard, and Eric goes down a deep […]
Hurricanes and tech issues have ganged up on our plucky librarians to prevent them from recording a new episode. Luckily Eric has assembled clips of some of his favorite moments in Same Team Y’all history! Be sure to stay at the end where Eric sings a duet with a celebrity whose name rhymes with Smoully […]
Tess gushes about Pee-wee Herman, Eric finally gets things done, and little baby Freya goes to her first brunch! Between a talk about Mr. Rogers and Freya restoring Eric’s spark of hope in humanity, it is a tear filled, but still fun, episode. This episode’s quote is from Mr. Rogers’s acceptance speech at the 1997 […]
So many, many snaps are given away as Eric and Tess read YOUR emails! It’s the conclusion of the What Are YOU Loving Email contest and, oh boy, did they receive emails. A deluge of them! Thank you so, very, very much for sharing what you’ve been loving with us. It has put a genuine […]
We discover that Eric has partial facial blindness and Tess has complete moisture blindness in this exciting episode of the Same Team Y’all podcast! The “what are YOU loving” email contest continues! Send in an email about something you are currently loving to sameteamyall@gmail.com to participate. The winner will receive a limited edition Same Team […]
You’ve listened to Eric and Tess talk about what they love, now it’s YOUR chance to possibly win big by sending them an email about something you love to sameteamyall@gmail.com. The best email that they get will receive a big ol’ (you probably want to lower your expectations!) prize!! Some things discussed in this episode: […]
Since 2017, just trying to make the world a better place one episode at a time. Some of the many topics discussed: the podcast “Slow Burn,” the magic of fathers day, when we first learned that we were fat, inspiring a love for presidents in young kids, and how we are all influencing someone’s life […]
Eric and guest-Tess, Ms. Jill, reporting live from the Charles County Comic Con! Jill does a stellar job interviewing passersby, and delivers an amazing life lesson about how it is always okay to ask for help. snap snap These snaps are for you Jill! Special welcome to all our new friends made at C4!
Did you know Tess loves dogs? Well she does. Period. New buildings, massive cute dogs, clean spaces, and BattleBots are just some of the things that are brought up in today’s episode! We also learn about when it’s okay to lie to a child, the inside story of management, and once again, that we all live […]
Reporting live from the Anne Arundel County Public Library Comic Con! Eric and his guest host, Stevo from the Rather Be Playing podcast, discuss graphic novels, failed hot air balloon rides, loving your siblings, and how we should try to judge things as they are, not as how we think they should be. They also […]
Your spirit librarians, Eric and Tess, discuss running marathons, throwing up after said marathons, the comedic stylings of Pete Holmes, why ninjas actually make fantastic role models, and how the game of life is much closer to a game of Tetris than you might think. Also, special announcements abound!
Wowie zowie, what an episode! Eric teases Tess with the mystery identity of a guest he’s booked for LexiCon. Some other things discussed: the podcasts “The Legacy Music Hour” and “Harry Potter and the Sacred Text,” fun times at a bridal shower, and what swimming in smooches feels like.
After a unprecedented two fortnight long break, Eric and Tess are back in the saddle! Some things discussed: how fast kids grow up on Fuller House (#grownmancrying), how great moms are, and how we should all treat each other with respect because we’re all people with our own thoughts, fears, hopes and dreams. Hey you. […]
To celebrate twenty-five episodes, Eric and Tess are joined by a special guest: Josh from the “Rather Be Playing” podcast! Eric and Josh talk video games while Tess gets more bored by the second, Tess talks about the movie “Black Panther” and the TV show “West World” and Josh gushes about the wonderful Seattle weather […]
Have you ever stopped and really stared at a tree? Well apparently Eric has since he spends a large portion of this episode ranting about how beautiful trees are. Things discussed in this episode: The new Han Solo trailer, the career of comedian Gilbert Gottfried, secret shopping, the importance of monotasking, and… Trees. SO MUCH […]
Statistically speaking most people have already given up on their New Years resolutions by now, and according to Eric and Tess, that is 100% okay. Try to love yourselves, inside and out. Why? Because you deserve it. Things discussed in this episode: Poe Dameron, hanging with old friends, Nintendo, favorite fat stories, why we can’t […]
What an amazing start to an already amazing year! Tess talks about Pottermore eBooks, the Ash vs Evil Dead TV show, and what to do if her best friend almost dies from a beer allergy. Eric talks about Star Wars (again?!), Freya sleeping through the night, and how he hopes Freya continues the cast after he […]
It’s a brand new year and it’s time to celebrate! Eric and Tess discuss surviving the stress of the holidays, how amazing left over ham (and Eric’s mom) is, and how it’s never too late to learn something new. Oh, and Eric doesn’t know how old he is…? Plus another short edition of the Canto […]
Holy Snokes! It’s not every day you get a new Star Wars movie, and boy do we have one! Eric and Tess have a non-spoilery talk all about The Last Jedi, and what it could mean for the future of the franchise. Other topics touched on include the Netflix show “The Crown,” how beautiful snow […]
Well, loo-dy-doo and lad-ti-da, its another episode of Same Team Y’all! In this episode, Eric and Tess discuss the Netflix show “The Punisher,” spending time with family over Thanksgiving, autoharps, and Freya…. so much Freya talk. Eric has another #grownmancrying moment talking about the Muppets, and Tess has a simple, yet very important, life lesson […]
Hang onto your cuppa tea! It’s another great episode of Same Team Y’all! Eric’s running a marathon, Tess is marathoning “The Punisher,” and they’re both gushing about “Thor: Raganarok” and Lady Gaga! Kids say the darndest things, as we learn in this episode’s “Tales from the Library,” and in this episode’s “Freya Watch” we discuss […]
Eric and Tess. Back again. To talk about Super Mario Bros, Stranger Things, weddings, and more! We question whether cooking and sewing are feminine skills or just plain skills, whether getting flowers at work is cozy or creepy, and who decided there was an age that you graduate out of trick or treating. Plus we’ve […]
This episode is jam packed! With content! But also some weird noises! Please bear with us as we adjust to our ever changing recording set up. We start the episode strong with a discussion of “Welcome Back Kotter,” nonchalant tattoos, Eric’s nephew’s first words, true crime, RPG video games, and the California wild fires. Whew! […]
Eric and Tess are flying high after an amazing experience at LexiCon! They’re also talking about the delightful DuckTales reboot, how to overcome your fear of clowns, and how Neil Degrasse Tyson blew up Pluto, or something like that. In a jam packed “Tales from the Library” they talk about a much better alternative ending […]
In this very special episode of “Same Team Y’all” we interview our friend, and favorite comic book store employee, Shaun AKA Big Sexy! We talk about superheroes, American history, and IRL same team y’all moments. He joins us for “Stuff We Love” where Tess talks a lot about Ducks, Shaun shares his life long passion […]
There’s a chill in the air, and the smell of pumpkin spice, as fall approaches, and Eric and Tess are predictably very excited about it. What else are they excited about? So glad you asked! Beer tea bags, Justin from tech support, H.P. Lovecraft, ’70’s game shows, Star Wars, and Wonder Woman! Also: we’re getting […]
It’s Eric and Tess’s one year podcasting anniversary!! To celebrate they discuss the new Ruby Tuesdays salad bar, the TV show Defenders, how to have fun at the Gettysburg Brew Fest, and why you shouldn’t grab a stranger’s baby. They both share their experience with the eclipse and how making an effort to have fun […]
What’s the deal with this podcast? Tess and Eric talk “War for the Planet of the Apes”, the spacial logistics of being a librarian, a life lesson learned from a little orange frog, and feel the need to explain what the heck their podcast is all about. As always, you’re looking great today. Thanks for […]
Some things discussed in this spectacular episode: “War and Peace,” the new Justice League trailer, the comic book artist Sophie Campbell, library day at the local baseball diamond, and how shifting our perspective beyond our own two eyes can help us better understand ourselves and the world around us. Eric also has two borderline rants […]
Doggy medical emergencies, delicious burritos, Riverdale, and celeb encounters, OH MY! Eric spends some time gushing about his baby girl in a new segment, and Tess explains why its so important to walk that “creepy line” when talking to celebs on the internet. Depression and the unfortunate stigma associated with it is also discussed.
Eric reluctantly explains to some children why Disney princesses aren’t real. Tess describes her favorite Christmas story involving manslaughter. They both share an amazing life lesson about how we should all feel free to experience life without worrying what others think… but we should probably avoid licking the windows of a Bob Evans. And it […]
Fathers day magic is in the air! Eric gushes about his amazing fathers day presents, Tess gushes about the book “Team of Rivals”, and they both gush about the delicious taste of Capital Teas “Chesapeake Sunrise” flavored tea! Tales are shared about their time at the library, and Eric describes how life lessons can be […]
Librarians Eric and Tess plan to talk about a bunch of things they love, but spend most of the episode rapping about the movies “Logan” and “Wonder Woman” instead. If you haven’t seen “Wonder Woman” yet, do not fear, they stay spoiler free, but once you do see it be sure to stick around past […]
Librarians Eric and Tess discuss free comic book day, how sexy their friend Shaun is, the new show “Genius” (aka Sexy Einstein), how cool librarians generally are to be around, and how everyone should totally love their body because we all have different body types. Chances are someone thinks you’re drop dead sexy because we’re […]
Librarians Eric and Tess discuss their opinions on the new Beauty and the Beast live action movie and the recently released Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.2! They also ramble their way through Twin Peaks, House of Cards, sexy dwarves (and Beast men), Eric’s daughter’s hearing aids, the upcoming Star Wars movie, charming tales from the […]
On this very special episode of Same Team Y’all, Librarians Eric and Tess talk about the 2013 Man of Steel movie, how gorgeous Gal Gadot is (Gal, Eric says hi!), interesting topics in U.S. history, and give us a brief lesson in the French language. Eric also cries describing a scene in the Thor movie, so […]
In this episode of Same Team Ya’ll, librarians Eric and Tess spend some quality time, as always, talking about things that they are currently loving! The new Power Rangers movie, episodes of Gaki No Tsukai, Eric’s daughter Freya getting her hearing aids, and the podcast “S Town” are just a few of the things that […]
Librarians Eric and Tess dive right into the the sweet, warm embrace of awesomeness in episode number one! Things discussed: the TV show “Into the Badlands”, The “Power Rangers Movie”, and how you should never let a chihuahua jump on your baby. Eric talks about how grateful he is to have his daughter’s hearing aids […]