Kitchen Island Tea: Recent Episodes

Venita Mitchell

Welcome to Kitchen Island Tea. We will be Dishing the Real truth with REAL talk about Real issues in a Real World. Women will be sitting and sharing at the Kitchen Island! So grab your cup and let’s share some Tea! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/venita-r-mitchell/support

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It is TEA time! Talk at The Kitchen Island is all about CHARITY. Our special guest’s life of giving has made a significant impact on the community of Fort Bend, Houston. Her passion for dance and offering traditional dance classes led to arts education programs and fostering community outreach through partnerships, schools, and other organizations. Meet Charity Edison Carter, Founder of the Edison Arts Foundation. Hard work and giving to others have led to the development of a 12.5-acre mixed use Edison Center. Hear how Charity’s passion – (wife, mother community worker) has led to the development of a 400-seat performing arts center, affordable housing, public arts programs and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/venita-r-mitchell/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/venita-r-mitchell/support

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We are back! It's Women's History month and we are celebrating with author Diane Hannah and her new book, Tailor the Gift. Join us at the Island as we share help tools from her book on raising our daughters to reach their full potential. It's TEA time so grab your cup!

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February - The month of Love ❤️

Join Cheryl T. , Bj & Lady Vee, as they talk about Valentine’s Day and the real meaning of LOVE. TEA Talk goes from guilty pleasures to best relationship advice. No episode ends without a constant Tea bag of “Attitude of Gratitude". Everyone is asking, “Who do you Love and Why?”

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Celebration!!! Kitchen Island Tea celebrated 4 years of podcasting with a Gala in December 2023. Thanks to our Guests & Listeners for completing our survey!

It's 2024 and the Kitchen Island crew is spilling the Tea -They're catching up since the last podcast and sharing Survey results. It's unanimous..we will keep sitting at the Island! Opinions are strong on the the upcoming Super Bowl! Chiefs or 49er's? Have you picked the winning team? Join us at the Island!

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The ladies have been away from the Island for awhile. Now they’re baaack! Catching up on everything and spilling the tea on Christmas past & present. Two special Centenarians share the blessing of being 100+.

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Lady V, Cheryl T. and Bj are back at the Island.

Special Guest James K. gives an insightful look at caregiving for a loved one with breast cancer. His emphasis on FAITH is inspiring and encouraging No podcast is complete without the Ladies of the Island sharing what they’ve been doing, since the last podcast and giving their real & often comical Sports Takes. Their global talk is “What in the WAR is going on.”

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The Ladies share top Girls Trip destinations that won’t break the bank and what to pack for that special Island/Tropical Getaway.

KIT’s on location with their BFF’s in San Juan Puerto Rico. This colorful capital city celebrates the old and the new. Beaches with sweeping ocean views, cobblestoned Old San Juan, street art, epicurean delights (Li Lou Bakery, Santaella), clubs (La Factoria), casinos and more.

A Girls Trip like know other – The beauty of our BFF Getaway was that we were effortlessly on the same page and soooo…compatible. Listen in as the ladies of KIT and their BFF’s share how much fun they had together. KIT did it all: relaxed on the beach, played bingo at the pool, kayaked, enjoyed the spa, toured, Pajama partied in the hotel and just chilled together. Quality time spent on a BFF Girls trip is Priceless!


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The ladies try to cool off with some Summer Ice Tea!

Reunited and it feels so good....CT, Bj and Lady Vee are back at the Island sharing Hot Summer topics. They spill the tea on Do's & Don'ts of summer safety and comfort, Fav foods and drinks to beat the Heat and Memories of summers past: Picnics, swimming, and family reunions.  It's Kool-Aid vs. Capri Suns, Watermelon, Homemade ice cream, smoothies, Icies vs Snowballs and MORE. Reminisce singing "Sittin on the Dock of the Bay", & "Summertime" & Summer Breeze..... So grab some cold ICE TEA and listen in!


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Time to Level Up, It's June!  Graduations abound ...Leaving High School, College,,,,,What's Next?  Join the ladies at the Kitchen Island, as they listen to Jaylyn, Camille & Ra'King spill the Real Tea, on moving up to the Next Level. Three different journeys, at different Levels, based on preparation, dreams, circumstance, setbacks, support and "Believing You Can."   Jaylyn shares her plans after graduating Magna Cum Laude. For the already Writer/Producer, Camille, 2024 will bring her next Level Up -  a Master of Fine Arts degree. Ra'King has experienced Leveling Up and says he is just getting started, after graduating from college, landing a job with state government and quickly being promoted.  Young adults sharing their journey and  spilling the Tea of Advice and Inspiration, while taking the next "Level Up." So grab your cup and listen to the TEA!


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CT, Bj and Lady Vee are back at the Island with Jasmine Thompson as our guest.  Come Sit at the island! While spilling the tea, the ladies hear about a daughters struggle with alcohol addiction. Listen in on this heartwarming, firsthand story of a young woman’s personal but honest addiction journey. She shares how encouragement and practical wisdom gave her a deeper understanding of how faith, family, friends, support, and self-reflection can bring you through. This is a young woman’s journey that you don’t want to miss. Join us and be inspired, awed, and encouraged.


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We're BACK!!

Join Cheryl T. , Bj and Lady V as they catch up,  since their last gathering at "The Island."

Ashley M. is back as special guest host and Ashley W. makes a surprise visit. In this episode, Island talk is all about Arthritis Awareness, Women's Health and Mental Health during the month of May. Martha Stewart!! - The TEA goes to the Sports illustrated swimsuit issue, Halle Bailey representing in Disney's Little Mermaid and.... you need to see Queen Charlotte.  The Ladies at the Island love to talk sports: Ja Morant, Serena, NBA Coach firings and the San Antonio SPURS lucky lottery bounce!  It's Kitchen Island Tea Time! So GRAB your cup!

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Join us as we end the month on a high note with special guest Fernando Rover, Jr. He shares with us the importance of expression through words. So grab your cup, it’s Tea Time!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/venita-r-mitchell/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/venita-r-mitchell/support

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We’re Spilling the Tea, on today’s Hot Topics. Come hang at the Island as the Kit DivaZ catch up with each other and current events. Mass shootings, the Abortion issue and coming Elections. You know, “We all Need Jesus!”  This episode would not be complete without us sharing a little sports talk & trash talking. So grab your cup and join in the experience at the Island. It's TEA Time!

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It’s April! Kitchen Island Tea is celebrating National Poetry Month with former San Antonio Poet Laureate, Vocab and fellow poet,  Fiiire!! They’re thought provoking, inspiring and spilling real tea at the Island. Their tea flavors the soul!
Vocab & Fiiire speak on overcoming life’s woes, celebrating triumph, Self definition, Self worth and more. It’s time to sip at the Kitchen Island.

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Kitchen Island Tea is live and on location celebrating Women's History Month with the women's choir, Alegria ! Listen in as we spill the tea with the director Jo Scurlock Dillard, Amanda Jeffries, Tiffanie Clausewitz, Amanda Tutor and Becky Westlund. These women from Algeria will give you the inside scoop on how this amazing group of women came together. They share who the influential women are in their lives and then give words of wisdom to young singers. So grab your cup, it's TEA TIME!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/venita-r-mitchell/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/venita-r-mitchell/support

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The KIT Ladies are spilling the Tea for Women’s History Month. This episode features special guest, Candice Tiffany Gordon. Listen in as Candice shares the highlights of being an Entertainer and her personal artistry in music, drama, acting, and dance. This creative DC native beams with energy, courage, commitment, and LOVE for Life! Hear her many ways of paying the rent, owning AirB&B’s, and enjoying the craft that she shares whenever there is an opportunity. Candice Tiffany Gordon is making History!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/venita-r-mitchell/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/venita-r-mitchell/support

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Happy New Year 2023!  We are BACK with Season 4.  Listen in as we catch up on what we have been doing for the past two months.  It's February and we are celebrating Love in a BIG way!  Our special guests will share their LOVE Journey that's like no other.  Join us at the Island with The Brown's as they share their extraordinary story of real life Love and Basketball!  Hear how Stage 5 of Chronic Kidney disease and a kidney transplant will bind them together FOREVER!  You will be inspired.

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Join us at the Island with guest host Ashley from New York City for an episode of fun and laughs. We talk about everything from myths, traditions and holiday trivia. We explore holiday drinks and spirits too. And because we want our family, friends and listeners to be well during these holidays and beyond, WE DO A WELLNESS check. So grab your cup for some much needed TEA!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/venita-r-mitchell/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/venita-r-mitchell/support

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Tune in for a special episode honoring the one and only Gertha Murphy! The Island shares life nuggets to live by passed on by Gertha who lived to be 109 years old! It’s TEA time listeners, so grab your cup and be inspired!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/venita-r-mitchell/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/venita-r-mitchell/support

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Chef Lioness Hear her roar! Chef Lioness (Jennifer Corporan) talks at the Island about her transition from Human Services into the culinary world. Chef’s culinary juices were inspired by her Moms authentic Dominican home cooking. Realizing those meals of Love were her true passion, she began to develop the Chef Lioness brand. She was just named Deli Influencer by the New York Post! Hear her roar…not so! She took the quarantine as her time to be intentional, develop coping skills and culinary knowledge. Ahhhhh….. the birth of Cooking with Lioness-therapeutic virtual culinary classes and online Dance therapy sessions. Don’t miss Chef Lioness conversation as she delivers a view into her food, love of dance and her evolving creative brand. The DivaZ at the Island invited Chef Lioness to San Antonio and she came. She delivered an evening with great food, dancin moves and her evolving creative brand.


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It’s October!

We’re back at the Kitchen Island celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The KIT Divas are around the Kitchen Island, spilling the tea, with returning Co-host Mauri and thriving Breast Cancer Survivors Janet and Toya. Hear two different and inspiring breast cancer journeys. Diagnosis given: Lumpectomy or mastectomy? Treatment options: chemo, radiation, or both? Feelings: How do we get through this? Really Lord!!! Mammography Technologist, Mauri, has tips, reminders and heartfelt advice for cancer patients and survivors. It’s Kitchen Island Tea Time. Grab your tea and be inspired.


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Come on to the Island and meet Carlos Archer!  The ladies at the Kitchen Island learn from “Mr. Handsome” about his journey with Lymphoma blood cancer. Carlos shares how he has handled his diagnosis, endured, ached, battled and been extremely thankful for God’s grace and mercy. He says, “It could always be worse”. Carlos tells of obstacles faced during the pandemic, how encouragement from others is a lifeline and how medicinal alternatives gave him comfort and peace. Even though he faced blood cancer, Life grabbed him and said Come On, Accelerate and Growl! From shock to sadness to peace, laughter, and joy! Don't miss listening to this important episode.


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We are back at the Island with the latest news, sports, etc. But we want you to come to the Island and meet Andres, who is an achiever on the Autism spectrum.  He reveals "What Autism Can Do",  with hard work, family and "It Takes a Village" support. Andres shares, with pride, his many educational and work accomplishments. He's worked at Order Up, The Witte Museum and a State Reps office. Andres lets us know he could not have done it without his Mom, Dad and twin brother Pedro and so many mentors, including his high school job coach. His great memory skills and ability to have lots of patience are due to the Coach.  After chatting with this 26 year old, the ladies at the Island know he will show even more of  "What Autism Can Do".  Andres is continuing his education at Palo Alto College and preparing for his new job, with a software company. Andres' advice:  Learn something everyday and don't be afraid of trying new things.


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Step to the Island for the TEA! Everything is raw and engaging during this candid episode. So grab your cup and join the ladies as they keep it REAL. 


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Current news and sports get us started. Creativi-TEA, Have a second cup. Multi-talented, Creative souls, Fearless Negro & her wife Diamond introduce listeners to their trendsetting 3rd eye designer sunglasses. Hear how Fearless & Diamond left corporate, unplugged and started a journey of street vending. Fearless shares her music side. Their creative journey has made them Fail Forward with every obstacle, be more Grateful for their God given creativity and embrace a fearless approach to helping others as they live, learn & evolve in Wisdom.


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It’s Creativi- TEA Time! Hosts Venita, Bj and Cheryl T. talk CREATIVITY with special Guest, Jared Howelton – Entertainer, Artist, and Creative Soul. Talk at the Island covers Jared’s roles in the play Hamilton, with the LA road company, the effects of the pandemic on Broadway, activism & fighting for Justice in the world of entertainment and his sweet addiction to Sour Patch Kids. Jared’s take on Creative Souls: Just have an open mind, embrace diverse thinking, stay curious and be flexible. Add in Family, Love and know thyself. Join us for a cup of Creativi-TEA!!!


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She’s here. Superstar, singer, actor and businesswoman, Gloria Estefan sits at the Island to talk about career, love of family and her Cuban heritage. Gloria starts our conversation fondly reminiscing and paying homage to her 1st Grade teacher, Mrs. Dorothy Collins. Mrs. Collins was the plus to Gloria's PhD -teacher, Mom, who stressed education daily. When asked about todays tragedies in schools and everyday places, Gloria took Real Talk to Education and changes that are necessary to protect our children. On a lighter note, When asked, How did you do all that you've done? Gloria just shared her motto for growth and success: "Sharpen Your Tools!" Sitting at the Island with Gloria Estefan was a WOW!!!! time for all of us. Don't miss Gloria Estefan's latest movie "Father of the Bride" at theaters and streaming on HBO Max.


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It’s a Kitchen Island Tea Takeover!! Dads-Otis, James and Bill spill Real Talk about current events, sports 🏀 🎾 and Fatherhood.  A Total Island Takeover……Not allowed! The KIT Divas share a few minutes of Real Talk with new Dad, Jonathan Martin, who created the Island Tea theme song. Come to the Island and celebrate Fatherhood with the spouses of K.I.T.!


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Venita, Cheryl and Beverly first give their condolences to the families and friends of the recent mass shootings! Flight Attendant, Debbie Gentry, joins the ladies at the Island. Debbie shares her life in the sky and gives travel tips that save space, time and money. That means zip-lock bags, purchasing air tickets on a certain day and taking adult trips between September and January. She remembers "back in the day" stewardesses or as Debbie calls them - a "Waitress in the Sky." After 35 years, Debbie Gentry has witnessed significant industry changes and still LOVES what she does! Whether its a nearby day trip, popular U.S. destination or International travel, Debbie has an experience to share and a travel tip for you. The hosts of the Island spill the tea with travel tips, too.


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Shhhhh we don’t talk about this at the kitchen table, but the ladies at the Island are changing that stigma / stereotype. Listen in to hear about Mental Health Wellness. Why is it important? How you can gain access to Mental Health resources?  How you can become a Mental Health Wellness Champion for your community?  So grab your cup and let’s chat about Mental Health with our special guest, Donna Costa.


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Listen in as we sip on the latest TEA! It’s Kitchen Island Tea time! The ladies salute Former Secretary of State, Madeleine Albright and they’re spilling the tea on prisoner swaps, the NBA playoffs & picks, MLB brawls & balls, and the NFL Draft. Do Horses and Hats make The K-Derby? Should we name our fantasy horse Teabag Flurry? Spilling Attitudes of Gratitude fills each cup at the Island. So grab your cup and tune in.  


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We’re Back at the Kitchen Island! 

Since we had Tea with Soledad O’Brien……Theres been the slap, KBJ confirmed for the Supreme Court and the attack on Ukraine continues. On a lighter note…The KIT Ladies talk Sports: NCAA March Madness, NBA Playoff picks, Serena headed to Wimbledon and golfers are happy -He’s Back!


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Hey Listeners! She's here! Join us as we Spill the Tea with Soledad O' Brian, an award-winning documentarian, journalist, speaker, author, and CEO of Soledad O'Brien Productions. In this episode we chat with Soledad on what it means to be a servant leader, how it is important for women to empower women, doing what makes us happy, and the importance of truly telling a story for the good of man kind. So grab your cup and get ready to be inspired, to learn, and share some laughs with us as we connect with Soledad.  Cheers to sisterhood!


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It’s time for a small cup of Tea! Join us at the Island as we share heartwarming Women’s History tributes!


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Hey Islander's Kitchen Island Tea is celebrating the start of its 3rd Season. Help us spill the tea with topics you would like to hear about on future episodes  Now, Gather around the Kitchen Island and join us with prayers for the people of Ukraine. Next, smile, laugh & giggle as the Islanders share their binge watching, fav movies, books & more. Attitudes of Gratitude will uplift & inspire you. Kitchen Island Tea is calling.


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Be You, Beautiful! Celebrate your beauty with the ladies of Kitchen Island Tea and listen to the amazing insight of Special Guest Hair and Make-up Artist, Latia Curtis. Latia believes everyone has their own beauty and makeup just adds to what’s already there. She’s worked with celebrities, athletes (Did we say LeBron James), and everyday people like us.  She shares skincare basics: Moisturize, Moisturize, Correct, and Conceal, plus how to  “Trick the Light” and more. So grab your cup and listen in! It's TEA TIME!


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Welcome back Islanders. It's Black History Month!  Listen in as the Islanders honor History makers from the past. It's time to share the TEA!


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We are BACK! It's like ole times, SHARING. During this episode you will get to know us a little better.  KIT ladies talk “New Chief Justice…NFL Playoffs..so long Ben & Tom and the Winter Olympics. What’s your favorite sport?  Skiing, Figure Skating, Curling or the Bobsled. East-coast stormy weather on our minds and imagined Black History interviews. The ladies share favorite scriptures and  no airing goes without an Attitude of Gratitude.

Check out our BLOOPER at the end!!!  So grab your cup, it's TEA TIME!  


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It’s Kitchen Island Tea Time!  Listen in as the KIT Ladies share Holiday Cheer and Gratitude.  Guest Host Vivian shares in the Self Care discussion. that You don’t want to miss. Bubble baths, walks, talks, Spa days, praise days and YOU. So grab your cup, sit back and RELAX!


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We are back at the Island with special guest co-host, friend of the Island, Ashley! Join us as we talk about what we’ve been up to and everything Christmas! From family traditions and holiday favorites to the reason for the season. So grab yourself a cup of cocoa and get into the Christmas spirit!


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We are back at the Island with two special guest co-hosts, friends of the Island, Ashley and Marcy! Tune as we discuss everything from Thanksgiving and the latest in entertainment as well as the tragic shooting in Michigan, accountability and how we can be better as a society. So grab yourself a cup and join the TEA party!


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WE ARE BACK and on Location!

Sisterhood REMIX!  The Islanders are in Dallas/Plano, TX. The ladies of Kitchen Island Tea along with one of our favorite guest host Mauri attended One Community Church's Revive 2021 Women’s Conference. Friends were made, God's word Revealed and blessings received. Listen in as the hosts of the Island hear conference attendees take on SISTERHOOD. 


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Listen in as WE are laughing it up at the Island. From good jokes to corny jokes that will have you cracking up! So grab a cup of tea or even wine and get your Laugh on.


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It’s Celebration Tea Time! Thanks to our listeners- We’re Celebrating 50 Episodes of Island Talk. Listen in  - Reminisce, Laugh & Reflect with the Divas at the Island.  Hear their take on the impact of guest speakers, episodes that impressed, and Real Talk that inspired, drew on everyone’s emotions, and  served as a catalyst for action. Celebrate!!


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Step up to the Island and welcome Fall with the ladies of Kitchen Island Tea. They have brewed birthday celebrations, faced the reality of Cancer diagnoses for friends & family and talked about how it effects us all. Tea Talk touches on the changing Covid & Climate change landscapes and they pour Hot Topic sports, entertainment and Real Life talk. Their “Attitudes of Gratitude” are heartwarming! So GRAB your cup, it's TEA TIME!


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The Ladies of Kitchen Island Tea are celebrating their "2021 Best Podcast Host" win from Capital City Web Awards. Plus, Best Host, Venita’s  BFF-  Mauri, finally arrives at “The Island”. Opinions & comments touch The Hot Topics of the Day and Look Out...it’s “Real Talk” that covers Afghanistan, Hurricane Ida, Covid, Sports highlights & more. So Grab a cup and join the TEA Party! 


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Listen in as we continue our talks with young entrepreneurs. Today's featured guest is Brandon Davenport. He shares the ups, the downs, and successes he and his business partner have experienced. They Co-founded a tech startup business... Sold It!...and now they've launched BAOBAB CLOTHING. That's what a grad from Morgan State can do! So GRAB your cup, it's TEA time!


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It's Tea Time! Listen in as we highlight young entrepreneurs Christen Augustine and Sydney Thompson. Friends from an early age take us on a journey from childhood, through college to successful business partners! They are Engineers and living life to the fullest! Grab a cup and tune in for Part 1 of "Millennials on the Move"!


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It's TEA time! Check us out as we spent an afternoon with Composer, Director, Choreographer, Lyricist, voice teacher, and the list goes on and on, the "incomparable" Charles Barksdale from Broadway's Sister Act 2!  Hear his inspiring story.  Talk of the Island is everything Olympics, Vaccine deprivation, Mental wellness and attitude of Gratitude.  So grab your cup and listen in!


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The Ladies at the Island have Real Talk with San Antonio, Texas District #2 Councilman Jalen McKee-Rodriguez. He’s community oriented, ready to make government work for everyone, realistic and calling for positive change.  He is 26 and made history as the first openly gay Black man to be elected to any office in the State of Texas.  You don't want to miss his candid and inspiring conversation at the Island! So grab you cup and listen in. 


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Join us at the Kitchen Island & meet our “Think out of the box”, super Dad, Dr. David Newby, who meets the challenge of parenting with much Joy. His candid comments are Real Talk with no sugar coating. Plus, Sports, getting back to normal & Juneteenth are topics at the Island. So grab your cup, listen in and be inspired!


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We are back with REAL TALK! The rising stars and activist of the neXt generation are vocal and WOKE! Tune in for our candid interview with the talented singer, songwriter, musician and definite vocal Force For Change, Krys Wright! So grab your cup and be ready to soak in this episode as we discuss sexism, Women's equality and her initiative called Black Education Matters, California(BEM).  Get your pen and paper because your gonna want to take notes!! For REAL!


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WE are back at the Zoom Island catching up and celebrating Mother's Day during the month of May. Join us for an awesome interview with Carol Herrejon, a true Servant of God and Woman of Worth!


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We are BACK with our very special guest Co-host from New York, Ashley! Tune in as we catch up with Hot Topics, Talk of the Island, Attitude of Gratitude and The New York update! Grab your cup!


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We conclude a month-long celebration of Women’s History month. Listen in and be inspired not to mention motivated by Texas Superintendent Dr. Dana Bashara! She takes education to a new level!


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Tune it to the After PARTY


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Welcome back to the Island.  We are continuing our celebration of Women's "Her"story Month! So grab your cup of Tea, sit back and be inspired as we have a candid conversation with a Real SuperWoman!


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Join us at the island to celebrate an outstanding Public Servant as we observe Women’s History Month. Featuring Guest Host, GodSon to the Islanders....Chris.


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Tune in as we talk about the 4G's: Greats, Guns, Godson and Gratitude. Join us at the Island as we continue celebrating Black History Greats with our guest Co-host, and Godson Chris. One of the Islander's went to the Gun Range and we all shared how Grateful we are!


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Kitchen Island Tea is back with Season 2, 2021!  Listen in and be inspired as the Islander's engage in conversation about An Attitude of Gratitude, Culture,  Black History, Valentines and Love. Join the ladies as they get back to keeping it REAL with a BANG.


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Join us for our season Finale'  as we take a look back on the Ups and Downs of 2020! What did you learn about yourself in 2020 that you will carry into 2021. The Islander's will share 12 funny things to consider as we close the door on one of the most yucky years of our lifetime!  Hello 2021, the best is yet to come. Kitchen Island Tea thanks EVERY guest that contributed to the success of Season 1. You are loved and appreciated!!!!


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Get cozy and listen in as we go down memory lane and spill the tea about our favorite things for the holidays!


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Join us at the Island as we Celebrate the season and talk about Hanukkah, Christmas and Kwanzaa  with special guests. So grab your cup and get cozy!


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Join us at the Island as we catch up and Celebrate 31 days of December! But of course we talk about the New Administration coming January 20, 2021 and Covid-19! The magic question is, "Can we get a break from this virus"? Listen in and as always, reach out to us via email or social media. kitchenislandtea@gmail.com, on Twitter: @kitchen_island, and IG: kitchen_island_tea

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We are back at the Island! Listen in as the Islander's catch up on all the Tea from the past, present and future! Tune in as we unveil the elephant in the room!


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It is time to be led by the Holy Spirit. Exercise your right to vote, now!


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Tune is as Ben encourages us all to do our part as a team!


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Listen in as she tells the truth in more ways than one!


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Don't give up your right, your Vote matters!


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Part 2 of our discussions for Breast Cancer Awareness month. Join our expert Mauri and receive pertinent information that could save your life.


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Exercise your shot to vote!


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Everyone needs to cast their Vote!


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It is Breast Cancer Awareness month! We had the privilege of interviewing an amazing Survivor who is thriving in remission. Join us here at the Island for pertinent information and Encouragement!  


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Our ancestors paved the way for the Right to Vote!


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Patty spills the Tea on voting!


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The Tea on voting!


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Join us at the Island as we share the Tea about current news to include the 911 Anniversary, Sports, the New iPhone 12, Covid 19, Chadwick Boseman, Voting, etc


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Women's Rights to VOTE


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Voting inspiration


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KIT speaks with Middle School students about returning to school. Learn what they missed most. Hear how they feel about virtual & in person learning and listen to their advice on staying safe during the pandemic. From the mouths of babes, Real & Candid comments!


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Relationships 101 We are back digging deeper into Relationships. Listen to the ladies of KIT talk about meeting their BFF’s, Relationship Give & Takes, & having a relationship with GOD.


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Relationships are an integral part of our lives. Join us at the Island as we have Real Talk about what we expect in a relationship, keeping our romantic relationships exciting, what we fear and our real life experiences.


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We’re back! With a brand new look and a brand new episode. Get to know the ladies at the Island a little bit better with today’s episode about our Pet Peeves! So grab your favorite cup of tea and chill out with us!


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Back at the Island continuing the conversation of the "State of the World".   We discuss how African Americans live their lives on high alert, 24/7 and what that feels like!  Through the Island discussion,  all 6 of us realize that we all have the same HOPE


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Welcome back to the Island. Today's episode 1 of a 2 part series gathers two groups of women, 3 Black and 3 White,  from different world's.  Join us as we Bridge Hope through candid discussions on Systemic Racism, White Privilege, Black History and Affirmative Action,   In this 2 part series we hash out the realities of the world and discuss what the Bible says about Good vs Evil, Right vs Wrong and Hate vs Love. 


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The Ladies at the Island continue dialogue on the issues of Racism and how recent racial events have effected them and the World. They ask the question, Where do we go from here? Special guest,  San Antonio's Poet Laureate Andrea "Vocab" Sanderson stops by the Island for an enlighting interview on Poetry and the Literary Arts. She talks to us about  how we should write out our feelings especially during this critical time of unrest. It is National Ice Tea Day, so grab a cup of ice,  pour your favorite tea and listen up.


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A Kitchen Island Tea special Edition: The Kitchen Island crew is in pain and heartbroken over the recent killings of African Americans by those sworn to protect. The ladies give their thoughts, share their emotions and discuss what we can do moving forward. There is HOPE!


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The ladies of the Kitchen Island Tea update listeners on their Stay At Home activities during the pandemic and they continue a month long celebration of Mothers. Texas State Representative Barbara Gervin Hawkins shares how a busy Mom in business, education and government makes it through life and now the pandemic. She is very enlightening, inspiring and will encourage YOU! Grab your cup!


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The Ladies of Kitchen Island Tea are sharing again, while observing social separation. Hear about their stay at home happenings and join in their celebration of Mothers and their unique and often funny impact on our lives. Wow! Have we become our Moms? Next, Stay tuned for Featured guest, Attorney Camille Stearns Miller as she gives us the scoop on P.P.P. Loans, Emergency Paid Sick leave, safety precautions for employees, etc as they all relate to COVID-19.


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Bloopers may be included in this episode, smile, as The Kitchen Island engages in a candid discussion with the Cast of the digital show,  Pride The Series, The Cast spills the Tea about the shows first two seasons and what to look forward to in their upcoming 3rd season. Then the Island switched gears to talk about their life  living in New York City, the Epicenter of the Pandemic! The Pros and Cons of Coronavirus.


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The Kitchen Island ladies have 3 candid REAL talk interviews about the Pros and Cons of working from home, homeschooling and the NEVER-ENDING Spring Break!  This is Real talk about the effects Covid -19 has had on Education, so far!  Guests include:  Mrs. Marcelina Garcia , 2012 Teacher of the Year, 7th Grade Special Education/English Language Arts teacher of Northside ISD in San Antonio, TX,   - Mrs. Alexis Knox-Miller, Middle School Assistant Principal  of District 11 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. - Ezra, 12 year old, 7th  grader.


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During this episode the ladies have a candid conversation about Covid - 19 with anesthesiologist, Dr. Yolanda Tecuanhuey. What is Reality vs Myth about the virus and real talk about Social/Physical distancing.  “Through this rough time we find the silver lining with laughter” AKA “Covid made me do it, Covid tic-tock” segment.


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Real talk about the Coronavirus, Women’s History month and a whole lot more Tea at the Kitchen Island


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Sit back and relax with a cup of tea and getting to know your four new favorite DivaZ from central Texas dishing their “truth”.


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