Herbal HONESTEA: Recent Episodes
Kathryn
Please join us in the vast exploration of topics including but not limited to relationships, social/political commentary, dark humor, and extreme puns.
FEAT. Zan Tesmano. Listen to A Licks deep dive into the complexities of women in sports and why we SHOULD all care. It goes deeper than just the wage gap, trust us.
Grab a cup of tea, coffee, or other beverage of choice, and listen to our take on the year 2020 and what we have to be thankful for.
Use your voice, exercise your right, and take part in the democratic process by VOTING. Your vote matters, and never let anyone convince you otherwise. This election is the most important of our lifetimes and one that will determine the course of history going forward. We have a real chance of creating positive change right here and right now. We have to be the change. Vote, vote, vote.
No rehearsal for this baby, but we are BACK...and LIVING TOGETHER! Let the games begin.
Radical times call for radical changes, and this week we have two people who are very ready for a presidential one. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the love life of Amanda and JoĂŁo, two people with vastly different backgrounds that found each other in the center of the dance floor.
We may have shifted away from the typical Thirsty Thursday episode routine...However, we have most definitely not stopped having conversations about A) the importance of being a collective body against the spread of coronavirus and B) the Black Lives Matter Movement, and the span of injustices in America and around the globe. Joining the convo today AS THE FIRST INTERNATIONAL GUEST from SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA is the intellectual, Instagram activist and recent college grad Joanne Choi. Listen đź‘‚ on up.
The times we are living in are certainly thought-provoking and challenging...but NOT surprising. We discuss with Khadi Diagana, an insightful sociology student on how 2020 has literally and figuratively sent people to their rooms and shaken them awake to the wide range of injustices that need to be firmly grasped and DEALT with. We believe it is critical to have conversations, even when uncomfortable, and to use our platform to get vitally important messages across to our listeners.Â
On Monday, May 25th, 2020, George Floyd was murdered after Minneapolis cop Derek Chauvin kneeled on his neck, preventing Floyd from being able to breathe. Since then, the disturbing video spread like wildfire, and while unconscionable how someone could treat another human being so terribly, it was not surprising. This week, we were fortunate enough to have my friend Caoillin Tierney, a mental health awareness advocate and guru, shed light on mental health during the current social and political landscape. If you are in need of some tips on how to achieve some semblance of mental peace, or just want to take a few minutes to listen to us reflect, please feel free to tune in. Also, please feel free to donate to some organizations that we have found to be impactful during this time: https://secure.everyaction.com/zae4prEeKESHBy0MKXTIcQ2, https://brooklynbailfund.org,Â
We are thrilled to share the convo we had with the “generational educator”, tea connoisseur, and absolute genius that is Kamilah Mitchell. In this regular interview format, Kamilah describes her professional development, personal goals and challenges, along with how she started her company Teas With Meaning. She talks about growing with the flow, staying strong when shift happens, and how MAGIC truly IS her main ingredient. Listen on up.
Instead of sipping the tea, join us in sipping the VINO. Listen to Shelby Tolla, a talented mathematician, half maranthoner, sassy comedian, and lover of VINO dissect the topic of friendship during quarantine. We dive into how friendships evolve (or do not) during quarantine. Who are your friends? What qualitEAS do you value? How do certain friendships manifest?
Ever wish you could teleport to San Francisco? Allow us to take you there (virtually) through Eva Love's vivid description of San Francisco's vibrant and diverse culture. Indulge in the (virtual) smells and taste of burritos in the Mission, pizza in the North Beach, and Dim Sum in Chinatown. Stop to immerse yourself in hustle and bustle of the city's hilly and rugged landscape. Eva describes San Francisco as a city that prides itself in a sense of openness, that has allowed residents and visitors alike feel welcome. Please tune in, and take a seat at the table in this virtual experience of a warm and inviting city.Â
Are you a Pisces that often finds yourself ankle deep pondering life's biggest mysteries? A Capricorn who loves going above and beyond to achieve your professional aspirations? A Scorpio who feels almost too in tune with the universe? Tune in to go behind the scenes with us, as we uncover the true meaning zodiac signs with our astrological expert Amber McLarin. You'll be an expert in the world of astrology, and who knows... maybe you will know more about other people than they know about themselves!
All of us enjoy staying physically, emotionally, and mentally connected with the people we care about. The COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly  tested our ability to maintain our calm, while being present and empathetic. What can you control? What capacity of your life do certain people fill, be it a family member or a significant other? How has this pandemic made you question your thoughts and decisions, specifically when it comes to relationships? Listen on up to hear our answers to these questions.
Remember Humans of New York’s recent post about the master carpenter and world class intellectual? Did it ring some Good Will Hunting vibes? Well it sure did for us. If you’re in need of an inspiring story that makes you question social norms and constructs, look no further. Nick Crimaldi is a testament to what it means to bridge the gap between the world of trade and academia. For him, attaining virtue is what can allow an individual to achieve goodness, and this is what leads to a more fair and equitable society.
In this episode, we reminisce on our post-grad travels to Italy, where we tried everything from wild boar to luscious grapefruit gelato, and admired the sexy statue of David. Give this episode a listen, you’ll probably have a good laugh.
Define “nationality.” Need help? You’re in luck: Gabi Hasaj has got you! A Research Associate to the Military Fellows at the Council of Foreign Relations, she goes into her own nationality in this weeks episode. Born to a Ukrainian father (who grew up in Argentina) and a Polish mother, she explains her experiences grappling with her own cultural identity.
Have you ever read a book and felt like the author’s words spoke to your soul? We certainly did with Shonda Rhimes’ “Year of Yes: How to Dance it Out, Stand in the Sun, and Be Your Own Person.” She exemplifies what self-love and happiness means in a society that routinely causes us discomfort. A brilliant story-teller, Rhimes discusses the importance of diversity and inclusion in television.
Should sexual education become apart of curriculum in schools instead of an elective? Why is sexual education politicized? How can schools promote sexual education while being mindful of religious and social differences amongst families? If these questions spark your interest, tune into this week’s episode to learn more about how and why sexual education is so crucial in today’s ever evolving world.
In this episode, we discuss the ways in which the term “disability” is used. We find that it is problematic because of the way it is used to label people, and that it implies the individual is somehow less capable. Personal anecdotes are shared to provide our listeners with a deeper understanding into the challenges the two of us face with certain differences.
Feel free to dive into the waves of vulnerability, and listen to Andrew Calnen talk about the importance of risk-taking in our lives and how to pursue your passions!
In this episode, we delve into how religion as an institution impacts individuals including ourselves, and communities especially in times of crisis.
We are honored to interview the one and only Lily “Nilly” Meyers, a current MSW student who is passionate about improving the lives of others. She is also SUPER witty and cute.
As we navigate the challenges that the current Coronavirus pandemic poses, we explore how making use of creativity can spark positive change, and a sense of solidarity that will help us to conquer our most difficult times.