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Hot Drinks & Good CompanyS3E10 - ChaosThis is a very unique feature length episode in which we attempt to call as many of our previous guests as possible as well as a few random wild cards. We also get hit by the unexpected strength of boxed wine - for anyone considering trying it, approach with great caution! There are some fantastic VIP guest appearances and some really hard-hitting questions so definitely give this one a listen. Apart from that, all I can say is sorry for the total and complete chaos that ensues. The music has been removed for copyright r...
2022-04-282h 16Hot Drinks & Good CompanyS3E8 - Piña coladasThis is a very exciting episode. Lucy Brown, our one and only flat night manager and legendary snack consumer joins us in a long anticipated discussion about her alcoholic drink choice. She talks us through her experience with Piña coladas and why she picked it as her drink choice. We also talk about our death row meals with alcohol pairings, and the thrill of being ID'd for unexpected items. For rights reasons the music has been removed from this episode.
2022-04-1942 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyS3E9 - Innis & Gunn and Sainsbury's wineTabby and Lou are joined with some very special guests in this episode. After a week of shredding the slopes in the french alps, trying out the aprés and the Avoriaz nightlife, some firm friendships were formed. Martha, queen of sunburn and Fiona, Zumi zumi connoisseur join us to chat all things ski drinking culture. We reminisce on the entertaining moments from the trip as well as discussing the various ways one can drink when in the mountains. Many chaotic and nonsense references make this one of our giggliest episodes yet so grab yourself a cold bev, get c...
2022-04-1936 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyS3E7 - Red Bull and MojitosThis week, the academic family content grows as Lou and Tabby are joined by their lovely daughters Sophie and Tabitha. They share the amusing story of how they first met as well as what it's like being part of the best academic family St Andrews has ever seen. We discuss their drink choices and their drunk alter-egos as well as the role alcohol plays in their lives. This episode even has a spot of poetry as well as some slightly chaotic but entertaining games. Enjoy!The music has been removed for rights reasons.
2022-03-2946 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyS3E6 - CoronaWe have the pleasure of being joined by one of Lou's oldest school friends Jacqui. We covered drinking experiences across the globe as well as an unorthodox hangover cures, all while sipping on the delicious nectar that is corona
2022-03-2830 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyS3E5 - Margarita and White RussianThis week Tabby and Lou are joined by gorgeous gorgeous girls (in STEM) Maite and Rachel. We chat about American drinking culture and the difference between British and American beer. We also chat about St Patrick's day and how it is celebrated across the world.
2022-03-2843 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyS3E4 - Pink gin and Tiki rumThe music has been removed from this episode for rights reasons. This week Tabby and Lou chat to two of their adoring academic daughters Connie and Hannah. These two lovely gals pick pink gin and tiki rum as their alcohols of choice and we unpick their choices as well as their attitudes towards drinking. We also discuss costume parties and iconic themes as well as playing a tense and cut throat game of 'just a minute'. Excuse Tabby and Lou's lack of energy, you find us in the midst of the deep dark hole that is deadline s...
2022-03-0844 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyS3E3 - Cheap Aldi WineFor rights reasons the music has been removed from this episode. This week Tabby and Lou are joined by Ryan - a frisbee legend, creator of beyond banging playlists and talented sender of voice notes. We sip rum and lemonade while he sips birthday whiskey and we chat all things beveraginos. Ryan's choice of alcohol is cheap Aldi wine - specifically a pink moscato or white zinfandel. For just 3 USD or £4.99, this tasty juice is a bargain as well as a guaranteed evening of fun. We also discuss music taste, the art of mixing fizzy drinks and th...
2022-03-0144 min
Hot Drinks & Good CompanyS3E2 - Orgasms and Cuba LibresThe music has been removed from this episode for rights reasons. We are joined by our all time favourite power couple Bea and Sid for this episode. We have a very impromptu and causal natter about their drink choices as well as revealing their alter egos and testing their alcohol brand knowledge. We go on a journey to their dream drinking locations and then test their entrepreneur skills in naming cocktails. This is a fun-filled episode with plenty of giggling and of course technical hitches. Pour yourself a glass of something tasty and enjoy!
2022-02-2441 min
Hot Drinks & Good CompanyS3E1 - We're back! (and Champagne)For rights reasons, the music has been removed from this episode. After a long break, we are back and better than ever. We have been aching to get back into action and finally got the go ahead to return to the studio! Do bare with us as we get back into our groove. We sadly have a very incompetent head of tech. We have an exciting announcement regarding our rebrand and its looking like this season might just turn out to be our best yet. In this episode, we talk all things bubbly. Expect many a...
2022-02-1644 min
Hot Drinks & Good CompanyS2E11 - A rapid roundupTabby and Lou put their chatting skills to the test and rattle off a rapido roundup. They whizz through a summary of each episode to date and discuss the particular highlights. They answer questions from listeners, allocate some highly esteemed awards and create their dream Hot Drinks and Good Company behind the scenes team. Tabby also tests Lou's knowledge of some fave quotes from episodes old and new and the pair reveal the origin story of the concept behind the show. This is a fast-paced and fun-packed episode that is a certified mood booster. Goodbye for now, follow @hotdrinks...
2021-05-0748 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyS2E10 - Iced Americano with Soy milkThis week Tabby and Lou chat hot drinks with their final guest of the year! Boy is it a great way to tie up a fabulous year of hot drink related laughs, debates and all round good vibes. Kirsty chats about her chilly choice of drink and brings a cheery and infectious enthusiasm to the episode. This episode also includes chat of mugs, milk alternatives and tiny mezzanines. If you also want to hear about behind the scenes inventive techniques to encourage customers to leave when working in hospitality then go ahead and listen! For rights reasons the music...
2021-04-3041 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyS2E9 - Decaf teaThis episode, Tabby and Lou are joined by Tabby's lifelong friend and partner in crime Flora. Flora has chosen decaf tea and explains her unique relationship with caffeine that has landed her living the decaf lifestyle. The trio talk the tactical art of time-wasting and Tabby's tragic teapot tendencies. Flora explains her taste in mugs and her uni tea drinking routine. The episode ends in one of our most controversial opinion bomb drops yet... The music has been removed for rights reasons.
2021-04-2447 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyS2E8 - Nespresso machine coffeeTabby and Lou are joined by extreme consumer of coffee Florence who describes her enjoyment of the Nespresso machine. Flo also reveals her undying love for One Direction and the inevitable 1D phase everyone has been through is discussed - some phases last longer than others... This episode also covers some under-appreciated secret quirks of the East Neuk of Fife, specifically the thorough and never-ending bus rides along the coast. Flo also takes us back to her first coffee encounters and declares what can only be described as a whirlwind romance with the caffeinated nectar. For rights reasons the...
2021-04-2143 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyS2E7 - Coconut cappuccinoTabby and Lou are joined by hot drink whisperer and monopoly extraordinaire Phoebe, who explains her reasoning behind the coconut cappuccino choice. She brings coconut milk to the table for a Hot drinks and Good Company first and its ranking amongst the other milk alternatives is discussed. This episode also dabbles in the classy cafe choices of Oxford as well as cafe mug shapes and of course Emma Bridgewater gets a generous helping of praise. For rights reasons the music has been removed from this podcast.
2021-04-2150 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyS2E6 - EspressoEspressos. They come with a kick, no nonsense and a large dose of street cred. Likewise, this episode is a punchy, delicious and fun way to spice up your day. Tabby and Lou have the joy of being joined in the studio by Hec - seeker of suntraps, disliker of the UK and consumer of espressos. The hot drink team chat about the undeniably suave aesthetic of the espresso. They also discuss their worst ever coffees, what hot drink they would embody most and what kind of infusion they would make if dissolved in hot water. Pour yourself a...
2021-03-1944 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyS2E5 - Coffee. In any way, shape, form or vesselCome along with Tabby and Lou on another hot drink fuelled ride, this time joined by guest Iona and her love for coffee. This episode will take you on a worldwide journey from Vietnam to Milan with wacky topics ranging from egg coffee to condensed milk. Lou and Iona compare notes on the trials and tribulations of travelling to their respective far off corners of the west coast of Scotland but also the perks of the beautiful sunrises. There is also a sprinkling of mug talk (always a winner) and some brutal cafe chain ranking. For rights reasons the...
2021-03-1242 minHot Drinks & Good CompanySE2E4 - Yorkshire tea with a splash of full fat cow's milkThis episode Tabby and Lou take it upon themselves to grill Ed, a dear friend of Lou's from her school days. Ed declares and dissects his hardcore dedication to Yorkshire Tea, throwing some serious shade on its rivals. He also reveals his soft side, sharing his fondness of the simple traditional British welcome brew. Lou and Ed reminisce about their experiences of the Turkish tea tradition and conclude that a shared cuppa brings joy regardless of even the heftiest of language barriers. They also discuss Ed's business plan to create saucy herbal teas off the back of his discovery...
2021-03-0543 minHot Drinks & Good CompanySE2E3 - Moka pot coffee with frothy milkTabby and Lou are back again and this time joined by May, one of Tabby's oldest and dearest friends. It hasn't been all sunshine and roses in such a long friendship but the ups and the downs have only made the bond stronger. May's drink choice is coffee made in a Moka pot with a generous addition of frothy cows milk. May explains her commitment to real milk and its unrivalled velvety froth. This fun-filled, chatty hour will take you from the carefree joys of primary school to May's dislike for all things breakfast tea (much to Tabby's horror...
2021-02-2743 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyS2E2 - Chamomile teaCome along on a journey full of excitement, with guest Célia who argues her case for why chamomile tea is the one. She also tries coffee for the first time, providing an honest, raw and very entertaining reaction. This episode includes some fun discussion of coffee culture in Paris, the best value for money cafe order and even a trip to Célia's dream alpine scene where she would most enjoy her chamomile tea. For rights reasons, the music has been removed from this episode.
2021-02-1946 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyS2E1 - black coffee fresh from the cafetièreLou and Tabby return for a second instalment of Hot Drinks and Good Company! The rona may be keeping us apart but it isn't going to stop us from sharing the joy of all things hot beverage related. We kick off season 2 in the delicious company of Oriana who shares her recent coffee journey and reveals why there is nothing better than black coffee fresh from the french press. Ori also discloses her strategic and artful tea brewing method. This episode also contains some serious mug talk, a guided mental tour through Ori's admirable home selection of hot drinks...
2021-02-1344 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyEpisode 12 - Cinnamon and honey hot chocolateLou and Tabby are joined by friend Olly who brings a unique take on hot chocolate to the table. Olly takes us through the creative process for her hot chocolate concoction and describes her recent discovery of said drink choice. Topics of conversation included cafe culture at uni, the fact that Ireland uses Euros (Tabby's mind is blown), and the unique hot drink habits of South America. Don't miss this weeks dose of hot and steaming chats brought to you from three distant corners of Scotland.
2020-12-1845 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyEpisode 11 - A festive guestless specialA mellow but festive episode for you all this week. In the midst of exams, Lou and Tabby go solo sans guest and chat festive hot drinks, Christmas music and films. Listen out for a special challenge with the chance of winning a Christmas gift! Lou and Tabby discuss their typical Christmases and international festive experiences. From stockings to whisky to mulled wine in a McDonald's cup, there is plenty to entertain you and float your Christmas boat.
2020-12-1144 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyEpisode 10 - Americano with a spoonful of sugarJoin Lou, Tabby and their flatmate Campbell in a jolly chat about hot beverages among many other fun topics. It has been a long time coming and after playing very hard to get, he has eventually and somewhat reluctantly graced us with his presence. We talk americanos, study tips (or lack thereof) and how to be a pro bargain hunter. Come along on a journey back to the start of a long and eventful friendship and let us entertain you as we discuss the ups and downs of student life in lockdown. The coffee is flowing and so is...
2020-12-1146 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyEpisode 9 - Salted caramel s'mores hot chocolateJoin Tabby and Lou as they embark upon a super sweet and chocolatey episode with guest Finn whose hot chocolate techniques are unrivalled. From the very specific process she uses for the perfect hot choc, to handle-less mugs this episode covers many a hot beverage related topic and explores new realms of sweet and cosy convo. For rights reasons the music has been removed from this episode.
2020-12-0448 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyEpisode 8 - Moroccan tea!Join Lou and Tabby while they chat to their academic son (a long-standing St Andrews tradition involves third years adopting first years and masters students to form 'academic families'). Jamel introduces them to Moroccan tea and they delve deep into their thoughts and opinions on the exotic beverage... From danish.. no dutch gymnasts, to a crash course coffee education, we cover many topics in this episode so grab a hot drink and enjoy! For rights reasons the music has been removed from this episode.
2020-11-2752 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyEpisode 7 - Iced Vanilla Americano with a splash of oat milkThis episode welcomes one of Lou's longest and dearest pals Vi. Vi decides to treat Tabby and Lou to an iced drink (perfect for November in Scotland...). This episode follows Vi's hot drink history as well as her international hot drink experiences, and her and Lou recount some of their favourite travel adventures. Vi talks all things exam seasons with regards to copious amounts of coffee, and she also answers a range of tasty questions sent in by listeners! Boil the kettle, cosy on up and let our giggles and chats warm up your soul. Unfortunately, due to copyright...
2020-11-2044 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyEpisode 6 - Chai latteLou and Tabby catch up with long distant friend Libby all the way from the bathroom of her Minneapolis apartment. She argues her case for her hot drink choice the chai latte - will Tabby and Lou be convinced? This episode delves into the hot drink culture of Scotland and the USA from sororities to America's lack of kettles. We also take a trip down memory lane and recount our caffeine-fuelled and dysfunctional study habits of 2018. This one is bound to put a smile on your face and hopefully spark some joyous conversation. Unfortunately due to copyright reasons, the...
2020-11-1343 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyEpisode 5 - Get to know your co-hostsTabby and Lou go rogue and enjoy each other's company sans guest this episode. They grill each other on all things hot drinks and answer questions from their listeners. They relive their hot drink histories all the way from the beginning and piece together how they came to be such fans of steaming cups. This high energy episode will hopefully bring a smile to your face and get you thinking about what role hot drinks play in your life. From steaming cups of vegetable broth (mmmmm) to pure black coffee fresh from the machine, Lou and Tabby cover a...
2020-11-0644 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyEpisode 4 - TeaCo-hosts Tabby and Lou continue the sister theme and interview Lou's elder and wiser sister Kate. They take a deep dive into Kate's unfaltering commitment to the tea lifestyle. We cover the perfect tea making method; the transition from coffee to tea; the highly important cuppa colouration chart and the impact of the age of rona on tea drinking habits. This episode is bound to spark joy and potentially controversy at parts, so grab yourself a big mug of something steaming and your biscuit of choice (to dunk or not to dunk?!) and sit back and let us fill...
2020-11-0632 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyEpisode 3 - Oat Flat whiteCo-hosts Tabby and Lou chat to very special guest Maddy about her go-to hot drink - sophisticated and trendy oat flat white. From the coffee culture underpinning the cycling world to potential coffee related business ventures, this episode is full of fun, motivating chats to get you inspired by the power of coffee beyond the cup. For rights reasons the music from the original show has been removed.
2020-10-3044 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyEpisode 2 - ChocolatteCo-hosts Lou and Tabby chat to their long lost love Emily all the way from Auckland, New Zealand. She explains her love for the infamous, magical concoction that is the 'chocolatte'. Lou and Tabby sample a chocolatte retrieved from the exact coffee machine they all used in their first year halls and reminisce over some fond memories. This episode will no doubt get your spirits up and warm your soul, if not by Emily's silky smooth kiwi accent then by the sweet joys of a long distance catch up. For rights reasons the music from the original show has...
2020-10-3040 minHot Drinks & Good CompanyEpisode 1 - London fog and MochaCo-hosts and hot drink devotees Tabby and Lou chat to guests (and exquisite company) Lucy and Bea about their go-to hot drink choices. From cafe culture to award winning mocha, this episode is overflowing with hot content to make you feel warm and cosy while spreading the encouraging meaningful connection amongst a generation all too often left feeling isolated and alone. For rights reasons, the music from the original show episode have been cut.
2020-10-2237 min