The Tea

In this episode of The Tea, the hosts discuss various topics including a family drama, organizing a celebration of life, and breastfeeding. They also touch on the structure of the show and go off on tangents about the color blue and unorganized eating. The main theme revolves around the challenges and decisions involved in planning a memorial event and the dynamics within a family. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including a family picnic that was interrupted by a mountain lion attack, Ellen DeGeneres' final comedy special, and the controversial practice of sticking a finger up a dog's butt to break up a fight. They also touch on Lauri's upcoming trip to Chicago and her father's celebration of life. The conversation is filled with humor and banter between the hosts. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including tarot cards, psychics, and the belief in supernatural phenomena. They share their opinions on the validity of tarot readings and the accuracy of psychics. The conversation also touches on the story of a TikTok psychic who made claims about a murder case, which were later proven to be false. The hosts conclude the conversation by drawing tarot cards for each other and discussing their meanings.

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In this part of the conversation, Joe, Lauri, and Jay discuss Jay's ongoing legal battle with Sergio and the challenges of serving him with court papers. They also discuss therapy sessions and the dynamics of their relationships. Overall, the conversation covers topics related to scandal, legal proceedings, and personal growth. Later in the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including arguments, gift cards, and a boy band concert. They also mention comedian Jay Mohr and his reputation, as well as the process server serving papers to Sergio. The conversation jumps between different stories and tangents, creating a rambling and comedic atmosphere. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss Lauri's friend Lucy, who is a listener of the show. Joe and Lauri talk about their interactions with Lucy and how she became friends with Lauri. They also mention Lucy's connection to Chicago. The conversation then shifts to a garden party that Lauri attended, where she had a funny incident with a candle. They also discuss a frustrating conversation Lauri had with her Aunt Kathy, where there was a miscommunication. The hosts also touch on Joe's curiosity about someone he looked up on TikTok and his revelation about his preferences in pornography. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss a personal incident involving a car accident and the return of a diagnostic tool. They also reflect on the importance of breaking patterns and improving self-worth. The hosts share humorous anecdotes and express their excitement for future episodes. Jay and Lauri provide their social media handles for listeners to connect with them.

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In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics including a trip to Chicago, auditions, and a viral video of a model falling during a runway show. They also touch on the trend of writing messages on car windows to ask for drinks or money. The conversation is light-hearted and filled with humor. Later in the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including social media etiquette, doppelgangers, and a missing package. They share their opinions on Instagram birthday messages, the annoyance of people asking for drinks on their birthdays, and the concept of doppelgangers. They also recount their experiences with mistaken identities and the humorous situations that arise from them. The conversation concludes with Joe sharing his experience with a missing package and his encounter with a postal worker. In this final part of the conversation, Lauri shares her frustrating experiences with a hotel and an airplane during her trip to Chicago. She recounts the hotel's failure to provide the promised accommodations and the unhelpful and rude staff members. She also describes the delays and confusion at the airport, but praises United Airlines for their handling of the situation. The conversation ends with a discussion about upcoming topics for future episodes.

00:00 Introduction and Beach City Banter

05:22 Adventures in Auditions: From Self-Tapes to Runway Mishaps

14:12 The Ups and Downs of In-Person Auditions

16:58 When Model Dreams Turn into Hilarious Reality

19:12 Navigating Social Media Etiquette

23:06 The Amusing World of Doppelgangers

34:19 The Case of the Missing Package

55:45 Frustrating Hotel Experience

59:11 Delays and Confusion at the Airport

01:04:39 Upcoming Topics for Future Episodes

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In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including the Olympics, personal anecdotes, and planning for the future. They touch on the Simone Biles controversy, the upcoming trial of the killer of Jay's friend, and the importance of having a plan for after death. They also share humorous stories and jokes throughout the conversation. Lauri is preparing to go to Chicago to see her nephew for the first time. She will be staying for a week and plans to help out with groceries, medicine, and assembling a crib. Joe and Jay discuss their feelings about babies and toddlers. They also talk about their experiences being apart from their partners and the challenges of traveling. Joe shares a story about his parents' multiple bathroom breaks during a car trip, and Lauri and Joe discuss the annoyance of political text messages and phone calls. Joe also shares a story about selling posters and dealing with a demanding customer. In this conversation, Joe shares his frustrating experience with the postal service losing a package. The discussion also touches on collecting Funko Pops and the phenomenon of waiting in line for limited edition items. They wrap up with some favorite quotes from reality TV shows. Laurie mentions her upcoming trip to Chicago.

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In today's episode, the gang talks about Jay's birthday celebration and Adam Salandra's boomerang videos. Jay shares a story about witnessing a beach argument between three women. Joe shares a story about a comedy group he was in with an older comedian named Jackie Maruschak who stormed out of a meeting and got kicked out of her illegally subletted apartment. They also discuss their experiences with notary publics and the funny misunderstandings that can occur. Jay shares a story about his car trouble and how he encountered a rude driver who was later pulled over by the police. They also touch on Jay's ongoing lawsuit against Sergio and his plans to serve him. The conversation ends with Joe recounting funny moments from his birthday party. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including a party they attended, a car accident, getting tattoos, and upcoming plans. They also share funny anecdotes and observations. The conversation is light-hearted and filled with humor.

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In this episode, the hosts discuss Lauri's dad's retirement party and some of the awkward and offensive things he said. They also talk about Lauri's dad showing off pictures of his grandson to strangers at Costco. Jay provides an update on his ongoing legal case, and Joe shares a story about attending a memorial service and accidentally wearing the wrong attire. There are humorous anecdotes about misunderstandings and miscommunications regarding the event. The conversation ends with a brief update on Lauri's experience with Ozempic.

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In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss attending a concert and their impressions of the performers. They also talk about their preferences in physical appearance and jokingly discuss sleeping with Kelly Clarkson. The conversation then shifts to their experiences at comedy schools and their thoughts on the Groundlings and UCB. They also experiment with an AI text-to-sound effects program. The hosts briefly discuss Lauri's upcoming surgery and the possibility of having children. The conversation covers various topics, including the possibility of removing Lauri's uterus, adoption, artificial insemination, and personal grooming habits. Lauri discusses her concerns about potential health risks and the adoption process. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of their relationship and the acts of service they do for each other. The conversation covers various topics, including personal health issues, genetic testing, and the process of getting a colonoscopy. The hosts share their experiences and opinions on these subjects. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics, including a potential bachelorette party, attending a retirement party, and the book 'Atomic Habits.' The conversation ends with plans for the upcoming weeks.

00:00 Live Concert Experiences and Performer Impressions

02:54 Comparing Comedy Schools: Groundlings vs. UCB

04:39 Experimenting with AI Text-to-Sound Effects

14:22 Lauri's Upcoming Surgery and the Decision to Have Children

23:47 The Complexities of the Adoption Process

29:35 Acts of Service: Expressions of Love and Care

38:11 Personal Health Issues

40:23 Genetic Testing

44:58 The Process of Getting a Colonoscopy

53:53 Dealing with Bodily Fluids and Messes

01:01:29 Planning a Memorable Bachelorette Party

01:04:13 Navigating Family Events and Preferences

01:11:03 The Power of Atomic Habits

01:19:48 Upcoming Plans and Events

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In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including the Vanderpump Rules restaurant, personal safety measures, and Jay's recent trip to Japan. They also touch on Lauri's past experiences with tasers and her broken pinky toes. In this part of the conversation, Jay discusses his experience in Japan and his ongoing court case. He mentions that he didn't wear tank tops in Japan because tattoos are associated with the Yakuza and are frowned upon. He also talks about his stay at a fancy hotel called Ryokan and the strict rules regarding tattoos and clothing. Jay then transitions to discussing his court case, where the defendant didn't show up and he won by default. However, there was a technicality regarding the ownership of the chairs, so he has to refile the case with his boss as the plaintiff. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various random topics, including Lauri's interactions with Star, her dad's medical procedure, and Joe's recent trip to Disneyland. They also share funny stories and jokes, showcasing their playful banter.

00:00 Introduction and Nostalgia

02:26 Discussion about Vanderpump Rules Restaurant

09:10 Personal Safety Measures

12:38 Jay's Adventures in Japan

16:07 Lauri's Taser Tales and Broken Pinky Toes

38:12 The Court Case

45:45 Blaming Jay for the Chairs

48:00 Lauri's Interactions with Star and Dad's Medical Procedure

53:20 Joe's Trip to Disneyland and Inappropriate Behavior

57:05 Funny Stories and Jokes

01:03:07 Relaxed and Casual Dynamic

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In this episode of The Tea, Joe, Jay, and Laurian discuss their recent experiences, including Joe's father cutting off his finger and Jay's apartment being broken into. They share the details of these events and the aftermath, including the police investigation and the steps they took to handle the situations. Despite the challenges, they find moments of humor and resilience. The conversation covers various topics, including the aftermath of a break-in, the loss of a family member, and a feud between family members. The principal themes include the emotional impact of traumatic events, the importance of boundaries and communication in relationships, and the complexities of family dynamics. In this final part of the conversation, Lauri discusses her experiences during her trip to Chicago for her brother's funeral. She shares anecdotes about her flight, her interactions with family and friends, and the eulogy given by Lauri's father. They also touch on the topic of grief and how people react to it differently. The conversation ends with some lighthearted moments and compliments from Jeremy.

00:00 Introduction

12:10 Joe's Father's Finger Incident

39:05 Police Investigation and Resilience

40:52 The Aftermath of a Break-In

48:14 Dealing with Loss and Grief

01:09:26 A Feud Between Family Members

01:19:38 The Funeral and Family Dynamics

01:22:34 Trip to Chicago and Flight Anecdotes

01:24:21 Interactions with Family and Friends

01:26:07 Eulogy and Unusual Requests

01:33:11 Coping with Humor and Lighthearted Moments

01:49:45 Support and Compliments from Jeremy

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Jay shares the ongoing saga of trying to retrieve vintage chairs that were sent for cleaning but have not been returned. He recounts the lack of communication and unfulfilled promises from the cleaner, leading him to file a small claims court case. In this conversation, Jay discusses his ongoing dispute with a furniture seller who has failed to deliver the chairs he purchased. He shares the frustrating communication he has had with the seller, including broken promises and lack of response. Jay expresses his desire to take the seller to court and highlights the importance of documenting all interactions for evidence. He also discusses other unrelated topics, such as a customer service issue with an online order and microaggressions experienced in social settings.

00:00 The Chairs Go Missing

26:41 Legal Action and Frustration

33:00 Filing a Small Claims Court Case

35:40 Demanding the Return of the Chairs

36:36 Awaiting Inspection and Resolution

36:44 The Frustrating Dispute

53:07 Experiencing Microaggressions

58:13 Furious After Recording

01:02:05 Microaggressions from White Liberals

01:09:49 Language and Pronunciation

01:12:05 Being a Union Representative

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