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Tea Across Eras

Is anything ever really new? They say history repeats itself — but what if it"s been quietly shaping everything all along? Join us as we dig into the past to uncover the patterns, parallels, and surprising echoes that still influence the world today. From ancient trends to modern twists, we connect the dots between then and now.Info and sources @ https://teaacrosseras.com

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23:34

Purple, Green, Gold, & Black: The Untold Stories of...

Tea Across Eras ·

2025/02/07

It's Black History Month! Nell is still thinking about Mardi Gras and wants to find out which parts of Mardi Gras are deeply rooted in Black American cultures. ReferencesHistory of Zulu coconutsPainting Zulu coconutsKrewe of ZuluHistory of Mardi Gras IndiansNPS: NOLA Jazz

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28:16

As You Wish: The Story of Grutte Pier

Tea Across Eras ·

2025/01/31

Some legends start small, but not this man! Join us as we explore the larger than life tale of Grutte Pier.

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37:40

It's Mardi Gras, Y'all

Tea Across Eras ·

2025/01/25

Nell reminisces about Mardi Gras adventures, disects a King Cake, and tells a bit about her favorite Krewes & other New Orleans adventures.

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32:23

Roses and Rectitude: Christine de Pizan

Tea Across Eras ·

2025/01/17

Academic fury has never been so pretty as it was at the hands of this literary powerhouse. Join us as we talk all things Christine de Pizan and her celebrated ladies.

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44:00

The Best is Yet to Come (Put That on my Tombstone)

Tea Across Eras ·

2025/01/10

We watched the Lisa Frank documentary. Allegedly, it was a toxic place to work. Allegedly, there is a big difference in who owns the work and who creates it. That's not alleged, that's legal stuff. Did you love Lisa Frank? What was your favorite thing? Let's dive into the documentary and discuss the toxicity of "happy" work places.

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38:34

Vigilante, Custodian, Watchdog: What Does History Say?

Tea Across Eras ·

2024/12/21

Vigilantism has been around forever, but why? Do we need it? Does it have a purpose? Are we all just supposed to eat cake?

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29:06

Ed, Rick and Eddie: New Evidence of the Lost Princes

Tea Across Eras ·

2024/12/13

Everyone loves a good mystery, and the disappearance of the sons of Edward IV is one of the most enduring. Join us as we look at recently discovered evidence in the tale of the princes in the tower.

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29:26

The 4Bs with Lysistrata

Tea Across Eras ·

2024/12/06

If you don't know our girl Lysistrata, gather round. The OG of the 4Bs, she had a solution to resolve the endless wars in her time - no sex.

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23:04

Perpetually Poisoning Pigeons: a Tom Lehrer Tribute

Tea Across Eras ·

2024/11/21

Join us for a special tribute to the man, the myth and the legend that is Tom Lehrer.

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33:06

Goodness Gracious, Great Walls of China

Tea Across Eras ·

2024/11/15

Journey back to the 7th century BC and the origins of what would eventually be known as the Great Wall of China. We’ll talk about jade, myths, and toilets that you squat over too.

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23:35

Good Knight and Good Luck

Tea Across Eras ·

2024/11/08

Everyone had something that they consider lucky, and there’s always a good story behind it. Join us as we talk about unconscious beliefs and how we get them.

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36:38

Jezebel's Ghost

Tea Across Eras ·

2024/10/30

Happy Halloween!Back, a long long time ago, in 2011, the website Jezebel (full of blog-like commentary, articles, etc) asked for readers to post their scariest TRUE stories. This was the highlight of many people's October. In 2023, Jezebel announced it was closing, but then it didn't! Well, sort of. Anyway, the contest is back, and to celebrate, Nell is going to tell you her favorites from throughout the years.

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28:45

Trick or Treat Yourself

Tea Across Eras ·

2024/10/25

It's treat season! What do we consider treats and why? Join us as we look at what we give our guests, what we treat ourselves with, and what a good host looks like.

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32:19

Ghosts on Tour

Tea Across Eras ·

2024/10/18

The spooky days are upon us, but how to celebrate in style? Join us as we talk about historic ghost walks and the history you can find in your own backyard.

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21:48

The Cat Is Out of the Bag: Idioms at Their Finest

Tea Across Eras ·

2024/10/03

Why does the candle burn at both ends? Who put the cat in the bag? Join us as we talk about what an idiom is and how they survive.

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39:51

Those Ladies Who Fight Fires

Tea Across Eras ·

2024/09/27

When did women become firefighters? In the ancient world, sure. During war time, always? But when did they get paid? It's later than you think! Welcome to our first interview with our local firefighter, Jane.

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24:16

Naughty Songs

Tea Across Eras ·

2024/09/19

What makes a song naughty and why do we love it? Join us as we talk about why naughtiness and relevance often go hand in hand and why it matters.

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27:45

But Mummy, Its My Turn

Tea Across Eras ·

2024/09/06

Prince John is a great villain to Robin Hood's hero, but what makes him such a good fit? Join us as we get out the popcorn and talk about the drama that made the man.

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38:27

Decameron Deconstructed

Tea Across Eras ·

2024/08/29

Bandits and plague and intrigues abound at the Villa Santa in a new adaptation of Boccaccio's Decameron. Join us for part 1 of our exploration of how wild medieval literature can really get.

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41:04

What Smells Like Firebrand

Tea Across Eras ·

2024/08/23

Katherine Parr was the wife that survived, yet her story is often overshadowed by the dramatic cast of Tudor characters. Join us as we talk about the new biopic movie Firebrand, in which Katherine's story gets the close up she has always deserved.

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