Episodes

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 breaks down tea topics into functional tips all in the time it takes to make your perfect cup of tea! Today Vince breaks down a brief history of tea, where tea comes from, & what distinguishes the different varieties (green, white, black, etc.). Looking to meet like minded ath...

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 & relaxed nature, expresses one avenue of just that. Vince does his first collab episode with Matt Brouse & Paulie Brooks of the Porrada Podcast, the show dedicated to diving deep into the world of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. They discuss all about tea, jiu jitsu, veer off on side r...

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 with tea & herbs & unlocking earths natural healing powers? When you hear tea mentioned, do you picture a crappy tea bag (*cough* Lipton *cough*)? Are you looking to begin your tea journey, but just don't know where to start? Well...welcome to Fresh Steeps, uncovering ...

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 understand yourself better? If you are like Vince you answered yes to every one of those questions. Chrystyna is on a mission to help people understand themselves deeper & live more fulfilling lives. How? Tune in to find out & discover more about Dawn Human Design! Links: ...

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 & Vince discuss deeply about herbs for immunity, stress, anxiety, hangovers, & pain as well as her pursuit of entrepreneurship & farming. Discover Abril's work at BeautyHerbsAndTea.com or on social media @BeautyHerbsAndTea. Send her an email too at beautyherbsandtea@gmail.c...

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. We dove deep into fasting & the pros & cons of it, what actually constitutes healthy food, the myth of "losing weight equals tracking calories in vs calories out", tea health, & much more! Discover Jay's work at jayfeldmanwellness.com or on social media @JFWellness. For an ...

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, & more. Check out Robert's work on Instagram @RobertYanikJR. Robert's Video's: Herstory - My Time Ink Dawg ft. Herstory - Streets

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, sustainable relationship with the community & environment locally & abroad. Ari, Chris, & Vince dove into the Hone story, what it means to take risks in business, meditation, dreams, tea, travel, & more! Discover their work on social media @Hone or on their website HoneBle...

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, tea, real-estate, surfing, traveling, life in other countries, foraging, & so much more! Discover their incredible work on Instagram @JennaReidMN & DM them with any questions! Looking to meet like minded athletic tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing &...

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, the Quali-Tea Time podcast, & much more! Find her at siplytealicious.com or on social media @SiplyTealicious. Also, check out her podcast by searching for Quali-Tea Time!

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 inequalities, birth control, tea & herbs, health habits, our perspective on what guilt & shame mean, & a lot more! Check out her work on all social media @HealthGeenie. Sponsors: Thank you to our sponsors Tiesta Tea! Try their exciting blends using the link below & remember to ...

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 inequalities, birth control, tea & herbs, health habits, our perspective on what guilt & shame mean, & a lot more! Check out her work on all social media @HealthGeenie. Sponsors: Thank you to our sponsors Tiesta Tea! Try their exciting blends using the link below & remember to ...

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 types of tea, we ask what makes the perfect cup, we answer how the different processing techniques affect the flavor, she goes in depth about her controversial view on the health benefits of tea, & we discuss much more! Check out her work at TeaForMePlease.com or on all soci...

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 question, "Who is Jane???". Check out Jordan's work on Instagram @JordanAndJanes or on her website jordanandjanes.com. Use code FRESH at checkout for 20% off your order!

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 Instagram @etwoodwrx or his personal profile @EitanTroyansky. Sponsors: Thank you to Tiesta Tea for sponsoring The TEAmigos Podcast! Check out the fun flavors using the link below & remember to use code TEAMIGOS20 at checkout for 20% off your first order. TiestaTea.com

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 tea journey, tea experiments, & what makes "the perfect cup of tea". Check out her work on Instagram @TeaAndMeBlog or on her website at TeaAndMeCo.com. Links: -Red Root Shop -Michel-Schlumberger Winery -Shifting Senses Sponsors: Thank you to Tiesta Tea for sponsoring The...

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 practices, & much more! Check out Montre on Instagram @montrehh. Links: Lance Kearse on IG @kaptainplantit or at jamaicasfavorite.com. Sponsor: Thank you Tiesta Tea for sponsoring this episode! Check out the delicious & exciting flavors at TiestaTea.com. Remember to use code TE...

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 within the top 8 allergenic foods category another yummy food option to enjoy. Amy & Vince discuss tea, the Banzo Butter brand journey, food science, & more! Check out these delicious butters at banzobutterbrand.com or on Instagram @BanzoButterBrand. Sponsors: Thank you to Ti...

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 & Vince discuss tea, baking, gardening, tacos, sustainable cooking practices, textiles, & more! Check out these delicious tacos at madsunla.com or on Instagram @MadSunLA. Sponsors: Thank you to Tiesta Tea for sponsoring this episode! Check them out here at TiestaTea.com

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 discuss tea, hormones, regenerative agriculture, sex drive, cooking oils, immune health, the female cycle, & so much more. Check Kelsie out at bunsinbalance.com or on Instagram at @BunsInBalance! Links: Regenerative Agriculture Podcast The Omnivores Dilemma EWG's Healthy Livi...

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 & developing mental hygiene practices. Andrew & Vince discuss their love of tea & gardening, incorporating healthy daily habits, the Strong Mind Apparel journey, & the future of mental health. Check out Strong Mind Apparel at strongmindapparel.com or on Instagram & Facebook @strongmin...

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 what kombucha really is & does for the mind, body, & soul. Check out this incredible booch at drinkkomkom.com or on social media at DrinkKomKom. Remember to stick around for today's Urban Dictionary Tea Word of the Day!

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 that helps make tea sexy & exciting! Patrick, Dan, & Vince discuss the Tiesta Tea journey, loose-leaf vs bagged tea, the many delicious flavors Tiesta Tea offers, & a whole bunch more! Check out the many flavors of Tiesta Tea using the link below & remember to use FRESHSTEEP...

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, Bayo's musical journey, self defense, love, & more! Bayo performs under the name ADE, so make sure to check out his music on Spotify at ADE (click the link below otherwise easiest found by searching for Jim Swim & looking under related artists). Also discover more on Instagra...