The Tea

The Tea

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The Tea episodes

  • Season 2. Episode 6.

    In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including Liza Minnelli, a friend's husband on Tinder, and Lauri's job search. They also touch on the challenges of maintaining a long-distance relationship and the possibility of living together in the future. In this conversation, Joe, Jay, and Lauri discuss various topics including Joe's frustration with Joe's obsession with Oprah clips, Lauri's stick and poke tattoo, Lil Nas X's controversial music video, and Jay's work and personal life. They also touch on the dynamics of their relationships and their plans for the evening.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Liza Minnelli

    11:56 Friend's Husband on Tinder

    30:23 Challenges of a Long-Distance Relationship

    31:45 Career Considerations

    32:43 Living Together and Uncertainty

    32:59 Joe's Frustration with Joe's Obsession

    38:12 Lori's Unhappy Tattoo

    43:09 Controversy Surrounding Lil Nas X

    49:56 Jay's Positive Feedback on His Pilot Script

    54:40 Evening Plans and Relationship Dynamics

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    1 hr 4 min
  • Season 2. Episode 5.

    In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including the COVID-19 vaccine, Lauri's application for a master's program, Joe's encounter with a rude butcher, and Jay's audition experience. They also touch on the Clubhouse app and teleprompter usage. The conversation is light-hearted and filled with humorous anecdotes. In this part of the conversation, Joe and Lauri discuss their experiences with difficult clients and advisors. Jay shares his frustrating experience with a job that required him to memorize lines without prior notice, while Lauri talks about her college advisor and a challenging client. They also touch on their encounters with McDonald's and the mishaps that occur during their orders. In this final part of the conversation, Joe Betance and his guests discuss various topics, including ordering food, language miscommunications, working in restaurants, and comedy. The conversation is filled with humor and anecdotes, with the hosts sharing personal stories and joking around. They also touch on the idea of retiring jokes and the connection between bosses and Seinfeld fans.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction

    03:12 COVID-19 Vaccine Experiences

    05:01 Master's Program Application Woes

    08:52 The Rude Butcher Encounter

    12:48 Audition Drama: Teleprompter Miscommunication

    31:25 Dealing with Difficult Clients and Advisors

    41:15 Setting Expectations and Boundaries

    52:51 The Challenges of Memorization

    58:45 Mishaps and Miscommunications at McDonald's

    01:02:01 The Frustrations of Ordering Food

    01:07:03 Language Miscommunications and Learning Chinese

    01:10:05 Working in Restaurants

    01:25:33 Retiring Jokes and Comedy Routines

    01:28:13 The Connection Between Bosses and Seinfeld Fans


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    1 hr 32 min
  • Season 2. Episode 4.

    In this conversation, Joe Betance discusses his recent diagnosis of Bell's palsy and shares his experience of going to the emergency room. He explains the symptoms of Bell's palsy and how it affects his facial muscles. Joe also talks about his plans to read a book on improv and take classes to improve his skills. Lauri Roggenkamp shares her experience of receiving a gift from a fan and Jay Ellis discusses the differences between UCB and Groundlings improv techniques. In this conversation, Joe and Jay discuss their experiences with improv theaters and share stories from a recent birthday celebration. They also talk about pet names in relationships and Joe's potential interest in getting a part-time job. Jay mentions his new YouTube show where he reviews online reviews, and Joe teases a new show called 'Me the People.'

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction

    02:25 Joe's Diagnosis of Bell's Palsy

    08:57 Joe's Experience at the Emergency Room

    14:24 Laurie's Gift from a Fan

    25:57 UCB vs Groundlings Improv Techniques

    34:25 Exploring the Improv Theater Scene

    36:49 Stories from a Birthday Celebration

    39:52 The Dynamics of Friendship

    45:19 Pet Names in Relationships

    48:39 Joe's Interest in a Part-Time Job

    54:55 Reviewing Online Reviews on YouTube

    01:02:51 Teasing a New Show: 'Me the People'

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    1 hr 9 min
  • Season 2. Episode 3.

    In this conversation, the hosts discuss their recent Valentine's Day celebrations and share their favorite cheat day meals. They also talk about their experiences with exercise and managing their health, including Joe's recent weight loss and Jay's diabetes. The conversation then shifts to a discussion about Chris McCarpenter's allegations against Joss Whedon, where she accuses him of being mean and belittling on the set of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. The conversation covers various topics including the mistreatment of employees in the entertainment industry, the accountability of powerful individuals, and the ability to separate the art from the artist. The hosts discuss specific instances of abuse and misconduct by Joss Whedon and other celebrities, as well as the reactions and support from their peers. They also touch on the concept of cancel culture and the importance of holding people accountable for their actions.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Valentine's Day Celebrations

    02:29 Discussion on Cheat Day Meals

    05:46 Managing Health and Weight Loss

    13:55 Joe's Diabetes Story

    21:38 Jay's Cheat Day Meals

    24:42 Chris McCarpenter's Allegations Against Joss Whedon

    31:41 Mistreatment in the Entertainment Industry

    36:35 Accountability of Powerful Individuals

    40:19 Art vs Artist

    45:38 Boycotting and Supporting Artists

    56:19 The Complexities of Cancel Culture


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    1 hr 5 min
  • Season 2. Episode 2.

    In this conversation, Joe, Jay, and Lauri discuss various topics including gift-giving, love languages, and Mariah Carey's sister suing her. They also touch on the concept of unused gift cards and how far they would distribute wealth in their families if they struck it rich. The conversation takes a humorous and lighthearted tone throughout. In this conversation, Joe, Jay, and Lauri discuss various topics including Mariah Carey's legal battle with her sister, Rebel Wilson's breakup, Lauri's job frustrations, password mishaps, and Valentine's Day plans. They also touch on news stories about a mistaken Amber Alert for Chucky dolls and the Marilyn Manson and Evan Rachel Wood drama. The conversation is filled with humor, personal anecdotes, and playful banter.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Catching Up

    05:37 The Art of Gift-Giving and Receiving

    15:08 Taylor's Gift Receiving Skills

    32:20 Webster and Special Episodes

    33:30 Sibling Rivalry: Mariah Carey's Legal Battle

    35:26 Rebel Wilson's Breakup and Weight Loss Journey

    37:47 Job Frustrations: Laurie's Experience and Advice

    43:24 Password Mishaps and the Importance of Security

    52:42 Amber Alert for Chucky Dolls

    55:04 Phone Scams and Apple Support

    58:02 Valentine's Day Plans and Gift Ideas


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    1 hr 11 min
  • Season 2. Episode 1.

    In this conversation, Joe Betance, Lori Roggenkamp, and Jay Ellis discuss their recent gathering in Palm Springs. They talk about their individual experiences and interactions during the event. The conversation also touches on topics such as John Paul's behavior, Evil John's magazine collection, and Jay's offer of Topo Chico flavored water. Additionally, they mention the controversy surrounding Armie Hammer and his leaked private messages. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the recent controversies surrounding Armie Hammer and Hilaria Baldwin. They delve into Hammer's leaked videos and disturbing messages, including his admission of wanting to eat people. They also touch on the Miss Cayman scandal and Baldwin's false claims of being Spanish. The hosts speculate on how these scandals will impact the celebrities' careers and discuss the potential reactions from SNL and the media. The conversation ends with a humorous mention of Jamie Lynn Spears blaming Elon Musk and Tesla for killing her cats.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Welcome

    01:01 Introducing Lori Roggenkamp and J. Ellis

    03:17 Jay's Role as the Thirst Trap of Afterthought Media

    04:41 Jay's Preferences and Moderation

    05:10 The T and Genius Parade

    06:31 Lori's Bagel and Cream Cheese Technique

    07:27 Lori's Aunt and the Silverware Issue

    08:24 Lori's Aunt's Anal Retentiveness

    09:19 Lori's Missing Forks and Solutions

    10:46 Joe's Visit to Jay's House in Palm Springs

    11:41 John Paul's Delayed Response and Sandwich Order Confusion

    13:03 Jay's Impression of Evil John

    16:27 Appreciation for Jay's Palm Springs House

    18:43 Jay's Thoughtful Arrangements for the Gathering

    20:34 Evil John's Behavior and Magazine Collection

    23:28 Uncomfortable Seating Arrangement

    26:49 Reflection on the Gathering

    28:57 Jay's Gayest Comment

    34:04 Armie Hammer's Apology for Leaked Video

    35:03 Armie Hammer's Controversial Messages

    36:02 Miss Cayman Scandal

    41:53 Discussion on Hammer's Admission and Baldwin's Claims

    44:19 Jamie Lynn Spears Blames Elon Musk and Tesla


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    1 hr 10 min
  • Season 1. Episode 11.

    In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics including the closure of Disneyland, the re-theming of Splash Mountain, and the lack of online presence for certain individuals. They also touch on serious subjects such as the Larry Nassar case and conspiracy theories surrounding masks and 5G. The conversation takes a humorous and sarcastic tone throughout. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including Angela Lansbury's acting career, the TV show Murder, She Wrote, the concept of the deep state, and their fast food preferences. They also mention taking a break from the podcast and discuss future plans. The conversation is light-hearted and filled with humor.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Season Finale

    01:15 Closure of Disneyland and Re-Theming of Splash Mountain

    09:56 The Larry Nassar Case and Sexual Abuse in Gymnastics

    34:02 Angela Lansbury's Acting Career and Memorable Roles

    35:27 The Intriguing World of Murder, She Wrote

    41:48 Exploring the Concept of the Deep State

    49:21 Fast Food Preferences: Taco Bell, El Pollo Loco, and Wendy's

    59:09 Taking a Break from the Podcast and Future Plans

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    1 hr 7 min
  • Season 1. Episode 10.

    In this conversation, Joe, Jay, and Lauri discuss various topics including shaving techniques, recording arguments, and cancel culture. They touch on the controversial behavior of celebrities like Leah Michelle, Chris D'Elia, and Joey Coco Diaz. The hosts express their frustration with cancel culture and the lack of consequences for these individuals. They also share personal stories and opinions on the matter. The conversation covers various topics including cancel culture, the burden of proof in sexual assault cases, selective enforcement, and personal experiences with consent and boundaries. The hosts discuss the complexities of separating an artist's work from their personal actions and the challenges of navigating societal expectations and pressures. They also touch on the importance of open dialogue and understanding different perspectives. The conversation ends with some lighthearted banter and plugs for the hosts' other projects.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Greetings

    02:15 Shaving Techniques and Personal Grooming

    03:37 Recording Arguments and Privacy

    07:00 Controversial Behavior of Celebrities

    08:28 Separating Art from the Artist

    30:13 The Selective Nature of Cancel Culture

    32:03 The Burden of Proof in Sexual Assault Cases

    38:16 Navigating Complex Issues through Open Dialogue

    45:50 Respecting and Validating Individual Experiences

    50:30 The Challenge of Separating Art from the Artist

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    1 hr 1 min
  • Season 1. Episode 9.

    In this conversation, Joe Betance, Jay Ellis and Lauri Roggenkamp discuss various topics, including their thoughts on the TV show Golden Girls, their showering routines, and J.K. Rowling's essay on sex and gender issues. They also mention a Belgian man who has been pranked with pizza deliveries for nine years. The conversation covers a range of themes, from personal anecdotes to social issues. In this conversation, Joe and Jay discuss J.K. Rowling's controversial views on transgender issues and the backlash she has received. They explore the reasons behind her beliefs and the impact of her statements. They also discuss a bizarre story about a man in Belgium who has been receiving unwanted pizza deliveries for nine years. The conversation concludes with a segment called 'Ask a Skinny Person' where Joe and Lauri ask Jay questions about fitness and working out.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Setting the Tone

    01:14 Golden Girls and Personal Connections

    30:19 J.K. Rowling's Controversial Views

    34:09 The Impact of J.K. Rowling's Statements

    43:36 The Bizarre Case of Unwanted Pizza Deliveries

    50:38 Fitness and Working Out

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    1 hr 4 min
  • Season 1. Episode 8.

    In this conversation, Joe, Jay, and Lauri discuss various topics including Taylor's friend passing away, Lauri's offensive joke, taking sketch writing classes, and engaging in online arguments. They also mention the closure of UCB New York and their love for Survivor. Lauri shares her experiences of getting into fights on Instagram and Facebook. Overall, the conversation covers personal anecdotes, comedy, grief, and social issues. In this conversation, Joe Betance discusses various topics related to recent events, including the backlash against a comedian for talking about eating a granola bar and the controversy surrounding a theater's statement about producing shows during protests. He also touches on the importance of supporting causes and the need for respectful dialogue. The conversation concludes with a lighthearted segment of 'Ask a Fat Person' and the announcement of poll results.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Recap

    02:50 Coping with Grief and Different Ways of Dealing with Loss

    07:10 The Impact of Offensive Jokes and the Importance of Communication

    09:40 Taking Sketch Writing Classes and Finding Comfort in Survivor

    24:33 Engaging in Online Arguments and the Challenges of Social Media

    28:15 Backlash and Expectations

    32:59 Supporting Causes

    36:15 Respectful Dialogue and Understanding

    43:10 Finding Balance

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    56 min

About The Tea

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Welcome to 'The Tea'—your hilarious rendezvous with Joe Betance, Jay Ellis, and Lauri Roggenkamp, where queer comedy reigns supreme! Join this dynamic trio from sunny LA as they spill the tea on their…

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