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Ep 27: What The Heck Is Tea? History & Varieties
Aug. 10, 2021

Ep 27: What The Heck Is Tea? History & Varieties

Starting your tea journey & looking for a place to begin? Interested in a brief history of tea? Ever wonder what the differences are between green & black tea? This is episode one of the Tea Deep Dive series, where Vince brea...
Ep 26: Tea, Jiu Jitsu, & BS w/ Matt & Paulie of the Porrada Podcast
Aug. 5, 2021

Ep 26: Tea, Jiu Jitsu, & BS w/ Matt & Paulie of the Porrada Podcast

The TEAmigos Podcast is dedicated to helping you discover tea is more than a drink, it's a lifestyle. Often times Vince questions in his daily life just how tea impacts his lifestyle. Well this episode, with its nonchalant & ...
What Is This All About? TEAser For Fresh Steeps
July 22, 2021

What Is This All About? TEAser For Fresh Steeps

What's up TEAmigo?! Question... Have you discovered tea for the first time & now just need more? New to herbalism & want to know what herbal teas are best for what? Are you an athlete looking to step up their game by working ...
Ep 25: Understanding Your Life's Purpose w/ Chrystyna Strumbos of Dawn Human Design
July 7, 2021

Ep 25: Understanding Your Life's Purpose w/ Chrystyna Strumbos of Dawn Human Design

In this episode Vince hosts Chrystyna Strumbos of Dawn Human Design. Have you ever wondered about your life's purpose? Have you ever felt an inexplicable pull towards someone, something, or somewhere? Have you ever wanted to ...
Ep 24: Herbalism in Depth w/ Abril of Beauty, Herbs, & Tea
June 24, 2021

Ep 24: Herbalism in Depth w/ Abril of Beauty, Herbs, & Tea

In this episode Vince hosts Abril of Beauty, Herbs, & Tea. Abril is a herbalist who started Beauty, Herbs, & Tea because she believes in the power of herbs & how we can partner with them for a healthier & happier life. Abril ...
Ep 23: Getting Your Energy Back w/Jay Feldman
June 17, 2021

Ep 23: Getting Your Energy Back w/Jay Feldman

In this episode Vince hosts Jay Feldman. Jay is a health coach & independent health researcher with the goal of providing you with the tools you need to get your energy back. Jay & Vince discuss all about health & our diets. ...
Ep 22: The Inner Workings of the Film Industry w/ Robert Yanik
June 15, 2021

Ep 22: The Inner Workings of the Film Industry w/ Robert Yanik

In this episode Vince hosts Robert Yanik. Robert is a film producer, music video director, & Vince's cousin! Robert & Vince talked about tea, shared stories of their family & childhood, discuss films & the industry, fitness, ...
Ep 21: Matcha, Mushrooms, & Meditation w/ Ari & Chris of Hone
May 24, 2021

Ep 21: Matcha, Mushrooms, & Meditation w/ Ari & Chris of Hone

In this episode Vince hosts Chris & Ari, founders of Hone. Hone is mushroom matcha company on a mission to provide holistic optimization & natural energy for people in an ecologically responsible way, & develop a progressive,...
Ep 20: Taking Those Scary Next Steps w/ Jenna Knutson & Reid Pettersen
May 17, 2021

Ep 20: Taking Those Scary Next Steps w/ Jenna Knutson & Reid Pettersen

In this episode Vince hosts Jenna Knutson & Reid Pettersen. Jenna & Reid are real-estate agents in the Twin Cities & good friends of Vince. Jenna, Reid, & Vince have a wild conversation talking about topics like sasquatch, te...
Ep 19: Discovering Your Passions w/ Tori of Siply Tealicious
May 4, 2021

Ep 19: Discovering Your Passions w/ Tori of Siply Tealicious

In this episode Vince hosts Tori of Siply Tealicious. Tori is a tea blogger, podcaster, & lover of all things tea. Tori & Vince discuss the gruesome history of genmaicha tea, life as a tea lover, discovering your passions, th...
Ep 18 (pt 2): How Tea & Global Health Law Mix w/ Jani the Health Geenie
April 22, 2021

Ep 18 (pt 2): How Tea & Global Health Law Mix w/ Jani the Health Geenie

This is part 2 of a 2 part episode. In this episode Vince hosts Jani, the Health Geenie. Jani is a global health lawyer with a passion for bringing healthy living to all. Jani & Vince touch on topics like COVID, racial inequa...
Ep 18 (pt 1): How Tea & Global Health Law Mix w/ Jani the Health Geenie
April 22, 2021

Ep 18 (pt 1): How Tea & Global Health Law Mix w/ Jani the Health Geenie

This is part 1 of a 2 part episode. In this episode Vince hosts Jani, the Health Geenie. Jani is a global health lawyer with a passion for bringing healthy living to all. Jani & Vince touch on topics like COVID, racial inequa...
Ep 17: Deep Dive Into Tea w/ Nicole Wilson
April 12, 2021

Ep 17: Deep Dive Into Tea w/ Nicole Wilson

In this episode Vince hosts Nicole Wilson. Nicole is an award winning tea educator for the Tea For Me Please blog. She has been studying & writing on tea for 13 years! Nicole & Vince discuss the vast differences in the many t...
Ep 16: CBD In Tea w/ Jordan Gill
April 7, 2021

Ep 16: CBD In Tea w/ Jordan Gill

In this episode Vince hosts Jordan Gill, founder of Jordan And Janes Tea Company. Jordan & Vince discuss herbs & our relationship to them, hemp tea, tea ceremonies & meditation, the Jordan And Janes story, & we answer the que...
Ep 15: Woodworking, Tea, & Bobsledding w/ Eitan Troyansky
March 22, 2021

Ep 15: Woodworking, Tea, & Bobsledding w/ Eitan Troyansky

In this episode Vince hosts Eitan Troyansky. Eitan is a woodworker, BJJ practitioner, & overall interesting man. Eitan & Vince discuss tea, woodworking, BJJ, self-defense, & bobsledding??? Check out Eitan's wood work on Insta...
Ep 14: What Makes The Perfect Cup of Tea w/ Danielle of Tea & Me
March 12, 2021

Ep 14: What Makes The Perfect Cup of Tea w/ Danielle of Tea & Me

In this episode Vince hosts Danielle of the Tea And Me blog. Tea And Me is a blog dedicated to exploring tea deeper while experimenting & having fun! Danielle & Vince discuss a whole bunch about tea, specifically matcha, her ...
Ep 13: Herbs, Football, & Mental Health w/ NFL Safety Montre Hartage
March 8, 2021

Ep 13: Herbs, Football, & Mental Health w/ NFL Safety Montre Hartage

In this episode Vince hosts Montre Hartage. Montre is a professional football player in the NFL playing as a safety on the New York Giants. Montre & Vince discuss tea, herbs, mental health in sports, football, holistic practi...
Ep 12: Talking Food Allergies w/ Amy Andes
March 6, 2021

Ep 12: Talking Food Allergies w/ Amy Andes

In this episode Vince hosts Amy Andes. Amy is a PhD candidate studying food science & technology at The Ohio State University & founder of Banzo Butter. Banzo Butter is a garbanzo bean spread brand aimed at giving people with...
Ep 11: Tea, Tacos, & Textiles w/ Madi Barsky
March 1, 2021

Ep 11: Tea, Tacos, & Textiles w/ Madi Barsky

In this episode Vince hosts Madi Barsky. Madi is the founder of MadSun LA Tacos & Textiles. This brand is a specialty breakfast tacos brand based in Venice California with Austin Texas inspired flavors & tradition. Madi & Vin...
Ep 10: Functional Tools for Optimizing Women's Health w/ Kelsie Anderson
Feb. 26, 2021

Ep 10: Functional Tools for Optimizing Women's Health w/ Kelsie Anderson

In this episode Vince hosts Kelsie Anderson. Kelsie is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (FNTP) specializing in supporting & restoring the way women approach health, healing, & hormone balance. Kelsie & Vince disc...
Ep 9: Developing Mental Hygiene Practices w/ Andrew Brown
Feb. 21, 2021

Ep 9: Developing Mental Hygiene Practices w/ Andrew Brown

In this episode Vince hosts Andrew Brown. Andrew is the co-founder of Strong Mind Apparel. Strong Mind is a clothing brand aimed at transforming the stigma surrounding mental illness by promoting mental management & developin...
Ep 8: The Relationship of Kombucha & Tea w/ Jack Joseph
Feb. 17, 2021

Ep 8: The Relationship of Kombucha & Tea w/ Jack Joseph

In this episode Vince host Jack Joseph. Jack is the founder of Komunity Kombucha, Chicago's sexiest new kombucha brand. Jack & Vince discuss Jack's beginnings in the tea, kombucha, & herbal world as well as dive deep into wha...
Ep 7: Growing a Tea Business w/ Tiesta Tea
Feb. 14, 2021

Ep 7: Growing a Tea Business w/ Tiesta Tea

In this episode Vince hosts the Co-Founders of Tiesta Tea Dan & Patrick. Dan & Patrick are long time friends that started Tiesta Tea after they discovered what true tea was & tasted like. Tiesta Tea is a fun & vibrant brand t...
Ep 6: Music & Self Defense w/ Bayo Ajose
Feb. 2, 2021

Ep 6: Music & Self Defense w/ Bayo Ajose

In this episode Vince hosts Bayo Ajose. Bayo is a singer/song writer, rapper, biomedical engineer, & royal blooded Nigerian prince! The passion this man exudes spills over into everything he does. Bayo & Vince discuss tea, Ba...