Loose Leaf Podcast - Tea People

For as long as tea has been consumed, there have been small changes to the way it is brewed. And though these changes have been crucial to the history of tea, they are minuscule compared to the innovations that have taken place over the last few years. In this episode, we get a first-hand look at a new category of machines that is sparking a revolution in tea brewing technology. And, we speak to the innovators behind these machines, a group of people that hope to change the way we drink and experience tea forever. Special thanks to BKON and Teforia for all their help in making this episode.

We all have our favorite piece of tea ware, the one we always reach for in the morning.  But what makes it special is that our most treasured piece speaks volumes about who we are, from our personalities to the values we place on the way we work.  In this episode we take a closer look at the differences in the work of two groups that both create ceramic tea ware and the intent behind styles. From a notable institution in the growing world of modern ceramics to a professor making one of a kind pieces out of his home, join us in exploring what your tea ware says about you.Subscribe on iTunesListen on SoundCloud

Everyone has been witness to the rise and fall of a trend. For example, in 2014 we watched as kale and "Pharrell hats" made it big and then fell off the map. But as new trends appear, older ones vanish.  And in the case of new supertrends, it looks like 2015 is shaping up to be the year of Matcha. In this episode we examine some theories as to why Matcha may be growing as a trend.  We investigate the different facets of Matcha and take a deeper look into how it’s survived for so long and why it can continue this way in America.Subscribe on iTunesListen on SoundCloud

Tea has been used as an ingredient in food and cocktails, but in this episode we take a look at how tea can be used as part of the mourning process. We explore the connection between how tea can be used in relationship to coping with death.Subscribe on iTunesListen on SoundCloud