Tea Time with Katie

In this episode, Katie dives into the power of greens and how mixing them with just 12 oz of water can create a nutrient-packed, energy-boosting drink. It may look like yard clippings or seaweed, but the benefits of this simple yet powerful habit can change your life!

Tune in to learn how this easy-to-make drink can enhance digestion, support immunity, and fuel your day with essential vitamins and minerals. Get ready to sip your way to better health!

Drink of the Day: We're sipping on Port City Nutrition’s NEW Grape Jolly Rancher loaded with grape aloe—perfect for boosting absorption, aiding digestion, and giving you that feel-good energy!

Topic: In this episode, Katie tackles the tough (but relatable) topic of people pleasing. Can you be kind, reflect God’s heart, and still set healthy boundaries? Absolutely.

Katie shares practical wisdom on how to stop overcommitting, speak honestly about your needs in every type of relationship—romantic, friendship, work—and still lead with love.

If you’ve ever felt stretched too thin or afraid to disappoint others, this one’s for you.

Today, Katie’s sipping on her all-time favorite from Port City Nutrition—the Kitchen Sink!

It’s loaded with everything good: Vitamins A, C, E, and B, plus probiotic, collagen, protein, and aloe. Basically, all the things your body loves in one powerhouse drink.

But today’s real topic? Comparison: Teacher or Torture?

Katie dives into the dangerous cycle of comparing yourself to others—how it can sneak in, steal your joy, and blur your purpose. She walks you through the difference between learning from others and letting comparison define your worth.

If you’ve ever caught yourself measuring your journey against someone else’s, this episode is your reminder to refocus and realign.

Katie’s bringing truth, grace, and encouragement—one sip and one story at a time.

Today’s sip is as bold and vibrant as the convo—meet the Juicy Lucy, a kitchen sink cocktail packed with fruity, tropical vibes and just the right hit of tartness.

While we stir that up, Katie dives into a powerful quote that hits deep for all the recovering people pleasers out there:
“You owe everyone love, but not access.”
Katie unpacks the difference between loving others and giving them a front-row seat in your life. It’s boundary-setting season, and we’re talking about how to protect your peace, choose your circle wisely, and lovingly show the naysayers the door.

Drink of the Day: Cucumber Watermelon — super good and super effective for your system! Hydrate and feel the goodness while you tune in.

Topic of the Day: In this episode, Katie dives deep into the power of stepping out in courage and becoming the person you need in your own life. She talks about recognizing those little “God winks” — the quiet nudges, the divine moments — and choosing to act on them.

Whether it’s offering to pray for someone or simply noticing when someone’s having a rough day, Katie encourages you to move with sensitivity and boldness. Even if someone says “No,” your care still matters — and you can always pray for them quietly.

It’s a soul-boosting reminder that sometimes, the smallest gestures carry the biggest impact.

Today’s Drink of the Day is a sweet pick-me-up: Port City Nutrition’s Jelly Bean Loaded Tea with added hydration — and trust us, Katie needed the boost.

Lately, she’s been feeling completely worn out and emotionally drained... to the point of snapping at her husband. If you’ve ever felt like you're barely hanging on, this episode is for you. Katie shares the raw truth about what she's been walking through — and the unexpected thing God revealed to her in the middle of it. You might just hear exactly what you need, too.

Drink of the Day: What began as a Port City Nutrition "Cloud 9" took an unexpected twist when Katie accidentally topped it with cranberry—and it turned out to be a dreamy blend of marshmallow, cranberry, passionfruit, and peach that’s as wild as it is delicious.

Topic: Katie gets real about her circle—friends with degrees, LLCs, and yes, even a few felonies. She dives into the idea that wisdom can come from anyone and why you should never aim to be the smartest person in the room.

It's all about staying open, learning constantly, and embracing every perspective.

Drink of the Day:
Boss Babe On-The-Go Tea – A tropical blend of pineapple, strawberry, watermelon, zinc, and echinacea to boost your immune system and keep you energized on the go.  Because thriving starts from the inside out!

Topic:
In this episode, Katie shares how staying open to divine nudges—those little "God Winks"—can lead to incredible opportunities. In fact, that’s exactly how this podcast started.

What began as a simple show on TikTok transformed into something so much bigger when Frank and Christina Sasso—owners of the New Pod City podcast network—walked into Port City Nutrition. With their signature New York flair and passion for podcasting, they helped Katie see how a small shift could amplify her message in a big way. Not only do they run the network, but they also host Brunswick Waves, one of the many inspiring shows on New Pod City, available on all major podcast platforms.

This episode is all about living intentionally, recognizing the signs, and bringing out the positive—even in the unexpected.

Today’s drink from Port City Nutrition is as vibrant as the message — Over the Rainbow! With a fruity blend of peach, berries, strawberries, blue popsicle, and green apple, it’s a colorful reminder that even the tough stuff can lead to something sweet.

Katie’s diving into a real-life topic: Sandpaper People. You know the ones — those who cause friction, rub you the wrong way, or just seem to challenge your peace. But instead of getting upset, Katie encourages you to see them differently: as people God can use to polish you. Yep, even the rough ones have a purpose. After all, it's the irritant that creates the pearl!

Special courtesy shoutout to: LipSips — LipsSips is a company that's dedicated to creating the best products to help prevent lip lines and wrinkles around the mouth. Check them out at LipSips.com!

Want more inspiration? Katie recommends the audiobook Dream More: Celebrate the Dreamer in You by Dolly Parton as the perfect follow-up to this episode.
🎧 Listen on Audible

or get a copy of Dolly Parton's book here:

https://www.amazon.com/Dream-More-Celebrate-Dreamer-You/dp/0399162488

Today’s drink? A vibrant Blue Hawaiian—tropical, energizing, and the perfect sip for a story about unexpected turns and divine redirection.

When someone recently asked Katie, “How did you even start making drinks?” — she took a moment to reflect. Her original plan was to become an athletic trainer. That was the dream in college. But God had something different in mind—something more impactful, more fun, more fulfilling, and yes, more prosperous.

In this episode, Katie shares how a small moment — someone simply remembering her name and making her feel seen — sparked something big.

That moment, that need for connection, led her to start her Herbalife business. She found her people, her passion, and a purpose she never expected.

See? Sometimes God’s plan doesn’t match ours… but it’s always better.