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OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 96: The Ultimate Guide to Cold Tea Infusions: Quenching Thirst in the HeatWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is helping you quench your summer thirst with cold tea!In this episode you will learn...1) How to brew cold tea using 3 different techniques2) What the pros and cons are of each technique3) How the flavor of your tea changes with each technique4) How caffeine changes from each techniqueTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to...2023-06-2117 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 95: Support Your Gut Challenges With These 10 TeasWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is helping you support your gut challenges with 10 teas!In this episode you will learn...1) How tea can act as a support for your gut challenges2) What the different categories of tea for gut health are/do (carminatives, demulcents, liver movers, etc)3) Which teas are best for your specific gut challenges4) How to work with themTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the...2023-06-1425 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 94: An Athletes Guide To Tea; Performance Enhancing Teas & Making Loose Leaf Tea Convenient w/ Jaden of MentaliTeasWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince hosted Jaden May of MentaliTeas! Jaden is a college student, tea and fitness enthusiast, and the mastermind behind the social media content of MentaliTeas.MentaliTEA LLC's fundamental aim is to create a sustainable, long-standing business model that supports local businesses and the wider community. Our goal is to work closely with our suppliers, employees, farmers, technical experts, sales teams, freelancers, and restaurateurs. We want to build a franchise of opportunities and linked prosperity for all those involved...2023-05-2539 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 93: Learning How To Master Your Mind, Body, & Spirit Through Martial Arts & Tea w/ Nattie BossWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince hosted Nattie Boss! Nattie is a holistic performance coach for athletes with a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) and Taekwondo. Her mission is to create empowered athletes through teaching a preventative, holistic approach to optimizing performance and wellness that encompasses mind, body, and spirit.In this episode you will learn about...1) How Nattie has developed herself through martial arts (BJJ and Taekwondo specifically)2) What mastery really means3...2023-05-0351 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 92: How To Build Your Own Personal Tea RoutineWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is helping you build a personalized tea routine!In this episode you will learn...1) Why movement is one of the 4 pillars 2) How you can work with tea for your specific movementTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Want to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using th...2023-04-2808 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 91: Can This Tea Compound Really Help Lower Anxiety, Stress, & Fear? An Analysis of GABAWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is analyzing GABA!In this episode you will learn...1) What exactly GABA is2) Why it is important for you3) How GABA is concentrated in tea4) Can GABA from tea really help lower stress, anxiety, and fear?5) How we can boost GABA in our minds, bodies, and spiritsLink to today's systematic review on GABA: Effects of GABA on Stress and Sleep in Humans...2023-04-2615 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 90: How You Can Express Creativity, Grow Your CommuniTEA, & Expand Your Vision Through Tea w/ Krandon & Randon of NothinButATeaThangWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince hosted Krandon and Randon of NothinButATeaThang!In this episode you will learn about...1) How these brothers operate a business together2) How tea has inspired their creativity and you can too3) Why communitea is so important for you and others...especially men4) How you can build a vision around your passionNothinButATeaThang Links:NothinButATeaThang WebsiteNothinButATeaThang IGTry Fresh Steeps tea products...2023-04-2143 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 89: Recovery Protocol...Work With These 5 Herbs To Support Your RecoveryWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is helping you recover with these 5 herbs!In this episode you will learn...1) The holistic approach to recovering after a long weekend2) The 6 things Vince focuses on when recovering3) The 5 powerful herbs to support our recovery processTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Want to show your support for the show & gi...2023-04-1821 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 88: Do This To NOT Get Nauseous While Drinking TeaWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is helping you not get nauseous while drinking teaIn this episode you will learn...1) Why some teas can make you nauseous2) What you can do to fix thatTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Want to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link be...2023-04-1409 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 87: Getting Blissfully Tea Drunk With Cody The Oolong DrunkWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince hosted Cody The Oolong Drunk!In this episode you will learn about...1) The politics of tea2) The inspiration of Cody's talk show "Blissfully Tea Drunk With..."3) Why communitea is so important4) How you can be inspired by teaCody's Links:The Oolong Drunk WebsiteBlissfully Tea Drunk With...YoutubeThe Oolong Drunk IGTry Fresh Steeps tea products to...2023-04-1340 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 86: Is Knowledge Power? Monday Tea w/ Shou Pu'erhWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is answering the question "is knowledge power?"In this episode you will learn...1) The mathematical equation for power2) How to utilize power3) Insights of knowledge and power from shou pu'erh4) Is knowledge power???Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn fr...2023-04-1018 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEP 85: Jiu Jitsu And Tea...A Match Made In Heaven???Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince talks about jiu jitsu and tea!In this episode you will learn...1) What jiu jitsu is and means2) The similarities of the tea practice and jiu jitsu practice3) Why jiu jitsu and tea are potentially a match made in heavenTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded te...2023-04-0713 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 84: How To Find Calm In This Crazy World w/ Michael and Joey of TeaWavesWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince hosted Joey and Michael of TeaWaves. TeaWaves is sourcing and providing some of the finest teas from the Fujian Province of China. Both Michael and Joey have a rich history with tea and now they are sharing it with you.In this episode you will learn...1) The unique differences of Chinese tea culture vs Western2) How to incorporate mindfulness and movement into your tea practice3) Why communitea is so important in...2023-04-0547 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 83: How To OpTEAmize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit with CommuniTEAWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince will discuss what communiTEA means to him!In this episode you will learn...1) The negatives of NOT having communitea2) What can be done when sharing tea together3) Why communitea is so important for the betterment of your life and others4) How to create communitea in your lifeTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yo...2023-04-0317 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 82: How To OpTEAmize Education For The Future Of Tea And Other Lessons From The World Tea Expo 2023Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince just got back from and is recapping the World Tea Expo!In this episode you will learn...1) What the World Tea Expo is2) What the future of tea in the industry looks like3) How education will be the lifeblood for ensuring proper wages around the world4) How you can get involved in the tea industry5) The future of Fresh Steeps and OpTEAmizedTry Fresh Steeps...2023-03-3124 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 81: How To OpTEAmize Your Water For The Best Tea ExperienceWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is diving head first into the world of water!In this episode you will learn...1) About Vince's water treatment and chemical engineering background2) Why water is so important for our health and tea3) The many different types of home filters and why we need to invest in one4) Why when you filter your water you need to add supplements to it5) This one tea tool you need...2023-03-2728 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 80: Strengthen and Balance Your Immune System with These Herbal TeasWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is sticking on the topic of the immune system!In this episode you will learn...1) What immune modulators are2) The 4 main types of immune modulators and why they work3) When to take immune modulating herbs and whyTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to...2023-03-2421 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 79: Beat Your Next Cold with These Herbs & PracticesWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is sick!In this episode you will hear...1) What got him sick2) Best practices to avoid getting sick3) The top 3 herbal teas for when you do get sick4) Bonus herbs/concoctions that help support the immune systemTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lo...2023-03-2220 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 77: 22 Lessons From Launching A Tea CompanyWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today we are reflecting on the last year. On March 13th 2022 the Fresh Steeps products were released to the world for the first time. 1 year later we are reflecting on the 22 lessons Vince has learned.Tune into this episode to hear the 22 lessons (practical, philosophical, and emotional) that Vince has learned in 1 year of starting a tea biz. Reach out to Vince if you are looking for support in your ventures, whatever they be (email: vince@freshsteeps.com)2023-03-1530 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 76: Learning to Move Slow and Smooth with Milk Oolong TeaWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today we are slowing down and learning lessons from Milk Oolong Tea. In this episode you will hear...1) The short history of Milk Oolong and how it is made2) The smooth and silky lesson I learned from this tea3) How Slow is Smooth and Smooth is Fast4) Vince quote Billy JoelTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to...2023-03-1317 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedOpTEAmized Trailer 2.0Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1M people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea!How? 4 ways...1) Education2) Mindfulness Practices3) Movement4) CommuniTEATune into conversations with people within the communitea to learn about their journey's with tea and how it has influenced their mind, body, and spirit.Join Vince for some tea as he uncovers some of life's topics and discusses how tea has influenced education, movement, mindfulness, and communitea around him.Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with...2023-03-0700 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 71: Get Rid Of Stress With These Adaptogenic TeasWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today we are diving into all things Adaptogens!1) What is stress and why it is both good and bad.2) What are adaptogens and how they relate to stress.3) What are specific adaptogens you can work with today.Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why adaptogens are so popular and how you can kick your stress out with them!Here is the full list of...2023-02-2810 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 70: Lemon Balm Herbal Tea...The Herb To Help Ward Off Evil Spirits & BacteriaWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today we are diving into all things Lemon Balm Herbal Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Lemon Balm Herbal Tea2) What are the unique health benefits of Lemon Balm Herbal Tea and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this herbal tea is so popular and how it can help...2023-02-2410 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 69: Representing Asian Culture, The History & Health Benefits of Taiwanese Oolongs, & Building Tradition with Terrence Co-Founder of Us Two TeaWelcome to OpTEAmized, the podcast helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...we are honored to be talking with the co-founder of Us Two Tea, Terrence.Us Two Tea represents quality, authenticity, and unity. They are inspiring the next generation to be more confident about Asian culture and stay true and authentic to who they are.This conversation was recorded back in February of 2022 and in it you will learn about Asian culture of tea, the history and health benefits of Taiwanese oolongs, and much more! So grab...2023-02-2253 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 68: Earl Grey Black Tea...Better Than Some Cancer Drugs???Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it opteamizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things Earl Grey Black Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Earl Grey Black Tea2) What are the unique health benefits of Earl Grey Black Tea and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this black tea is so popular and how...2023-02-2019 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 67: Peppermint...How This Herb Can Soothe Your Stomach & Boost Your MemoryWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it opteamizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things Peppermint Herbal Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Peppermint2) What are the unique health benefits of Peppermint Tea and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this herbal tea is so popular and how you can work with it today!2023-02-1712 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 66: Dragonwell Green Tea...The Most Prized Chinese Green TeaWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it opteamizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things Dragonwell Green Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Dragonwell2) What are the unique health benefits of Dragonwell and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this tea is the most prized Chinese Green Tea and how you can work with...2023-02-1517 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 65: Ashwagandha...Regulator of Stress & Builder of StrengthWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things Aswhagandha. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Ashwagandha2) What are the unique health benefits of Ashwagandha and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this tea has become so popular, how it balances cortisol, and how you can work with it...2022-10-0512 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 64: Pu'erh Tea...The Best Hangover Cure?Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things Pu'erh Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Pu'erh Tea2) What are the unique health benefits of Pu'erh Tea and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this tea has become so popular, how it cures hangovers, boosts detoxification, and more...2022-10-0315 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 63: Licorice Root Tea...Endurance Booster & Gut HealingWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things Licorice Root Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Licorice Root Tea2) What are the unique health benefits of Licorice Root Tea and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this tea has become so popular, how it boosts endurance, heals...2022-10-0217 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 62: Iron Goddess of Mercy Tea...The Merciful Tea for Skin, Bone, & Overall HealthWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things Iron Goddess of Mercy Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Iron Goddess of Mercy Tea2) What are the unique health benefits of Iron Goddess of Mercy Tea and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this tea has become so...2022-10-0119 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 61: Rose Tea...Love Potion, Heart Opener, & Mood BoosterWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things rose. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of rose2) What are the unique health benefits of rose and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why rose is a highly popular "love tea" and how you can enjoy it today!Try...2022-09-3016 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 60: Jasmine Green Tea...Meditative & Cancer FightingWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things Jasmine Green Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Jasmine Green Tea2) What are the unique health benefits of Jasmine Green Tea and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this tea has become so popular, how it combats cancer, and...2022-09-2921 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 59: Hibiscus...The Tisane To Enhance Heart HealthWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things hibiscus. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of hibiscus2) What are the unique health benefits of hibiscus and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive on in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this highly popular tea is great for our heart and more!Try Fresh Steeps...2022-09-2816 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 58: Silver Needle White Tea...The Tea To Enhance MeditationsWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things Silver Needle White Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Silver Needle White Tea2) What are the unique health benefits of Silver Needle and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive on in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this is a highly popular tea is expensive and...2022-09-2720 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 57: Yerba Mate...Your New Coffee & Pre-Workout AlternativeWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things yerba mate. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of yerba mate2) What are the unique health benefits of yerba mate and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive on in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this is a highly popular tea is great for nausea and more!2022-09-2618 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 56: English Breakfast Tea...The Tea To De-Stress, Improve Recovery, & MoreWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Have you ever thought about the origins of English Breakfast Tea? That may sound like a silly question, but the answer is NOT what you think!Today we are diving into all things English Breakfast Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of English Breakfast Tea2) What are the unique health benefits of English Breakfast Tea and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to...2022-09-2521 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 55: Ginger Root...The Best Herb To Combat Nausea, Inflammation, & MoreWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things ginger. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of ginger2) What are the unique health benefits of ginger and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive on in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this is a highly popular tea is great for nausea and more!Try Fresh...2022-09-2512 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 54: Chai...How To Spice Up Your Life With This Ayurvedic BlendWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things chai. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of chai2) What are the unique health benefits of chai and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know to have the best chai experience?Dive on in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this tea is so popular and how it can be...2022-09-2416 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 53: Chamomile...More Than Just A Sleepy Time TeaWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things chamomile. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of chamomile2) What are the unique health benefits of chamomile and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive on in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this is a highly popular sleepy time tea is great for sleep and more!...2022-09-2216 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 52: Matcha...The Powdered Tea of Warrior'sWelcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things matcha. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) What is matcha and the history behind it?2) What are the unique health benefits of matcha and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive on in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this is a highly popular tea for meditations and why you need...2022-09-2115 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 51: How These Teas Will Replace Your Ibuprofen & Lower Inflammation with Chelsea of Indigo Vibes ApothecaryWelcome to OpTEAmized, the podcast teaching athletes how tea can optimize longevity, recovery, & performance.My name is Vince LaPelusa, and my mission is to teach YOU how to work with tea so you can recover quicker, play longer, & be more competitive in your athletic pursuits.Inflammation…it’s something we all hear about so much, both negatively & positively, but what is really going on with it? What causes inflammation? Are there different types of inflammation? And of course, what teas can help reduce inflammation?!Today, my guest Chelsea of Indigo Vibes Apothecary & I will...2022-07-1435 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 50: Why Rosemary Tea May Be Your Next Addition To Your Pre-Competition RoutineHave you ever thought about a common herb, like rosemary’s, functionality? Meaning have you thought that maybe there’s more to this herb, maybe it can be worked with intentionally? And as athletes, can this possibly boost our performance?Today Vince is going to dig into a brief background of rosemary & why this may be one of the best herbs for you to work with before competing.Want to level up your tea knowledge with weekly emails about new teas & herbs & get exclusive access to discounts off Fresh Steeps products? Join our emailing list for...2022-06-2414 minThe Folly Coffee PodcastThe Folly Coffee PodcastEp127 Category: Business- Vince LaPelusa, owner Fresh Steeps TeaIn this episode, Folly Rob sits down with Vince LaPelusa, owner of Fresh Steeps tea. After developing an obsession with tea, Vince left his sales job to launch his own business focused on loose leaf teas, balancing flavor and functionality to create blends that taste great and provide positive physical benefits. Vince is also the host of the Opteamized podcast. Here his story here. Enjoy! @freshsteeps @opteamized --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/follycoffeepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/follycoffeepodcast/support2022-06-191h 09The Empowered AthleteThe Empowered AthleteUsing TEA to Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance (Interview with Vince LaPelusa)In this episode, I chat with Vince LaPelusa - a BJJ purple belt and Tea enthusiast. We learn about his story and discuss the benefits of tea for longevity, health and performance.  About Vince: Vince is a chemical engineer & Brazilian jiu jitsu purple belt with a mission is to teach athletes how tea can optimize longevity, recovery, & performance. He hosts the podcast OpTEAmized to provide free information & founded Fresh Steeps to offer premium, functional, & delicious teas for your athletic pursuits. What You'll Learn: His story as a l...2022-06-1353 minCONTINUA VITALITY PODCASTCONTINUA VITALITY PODCASTOpTEAmized & Health benefits of Tea: Vince LaPelusa, Founder of Fresh SteepsWhen you think of tea...do you think of sports performance too? Probably not, but mark our words here, the health of tea culture is on the rise. More and more research is proving how helpful it is to incorporate tea into our daily lifestyles to improve our performance and overall health. We dug into this conversation with the host of OpTEAmized podcast and founder of fresh steeps. This conversation merely scratches the surface. Pleaes do tune-in to his podcast OpTEAmized for the nitty gritty gems about tea!    Like what you heard?  Share this episode with someone you think can ben...2022-05-2547 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 49: Overtraining & What We Can Do To Recover w/ Liz MorganWelcome to OpTEAmized, the podcast teaching athletes how tea can optimize longevity, recovery, & performance!My name is Vince LaPelusa, and I am a brazilian jiu jitsu purple belt who has been drinking tea for over 10 years now and my mission is to teach YOU how to work with tea so you can recover quicker, play longer, & be more competitive in your athletic pursuits.As athletes, we are always striving to be better, whatever that means for you. We are always thinking there is someone out there training harder or I need to grow. This can...2022-04-1956 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 48: Changing The Perception of Tea for Athletic Performance w/ Chloe & Aliyah of The Continua PodcastWelcome to OpTEAmized, the podcast teaching athletes how tea can optimize longevity, recovery, & performance.My name is Vince LaPelusa, and I am a brazilian jiu jitsu purple belt who has been drinking tea for over 10 years now and my mission is to teach YOU how to work with tea so you can recover quicker, play longer, & be more competitive in your athletic pursuits.As athletes we don’t always perceive tea & our athletic performance going hand in hand. Well, why is that? Is it due to marketing schemes from energy drinks & preworkout companies? Is it si...2022-04-0855 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 47: Overcoming The Stressors of Life & Jiu Jitsu with These Teas w/ Lily BeyerWelcome to OpTEAmized, the podcast teaching athletes how tea can optimize longevity, recovery, & performance.Let’s face it…as athletes we are under a lot of stress! Whether it be physical stress from our hard training sessions or mental stress from a competition coming up or a recent injury, being an athlete is stressful. Well, what if I told you there are teas you can work with to lower these anxieties & stressors? Today, my guest Lily Beyer & I are going to explore those herbs, some more powerful than others, & just how Lily’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu p...2022-03-3155 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 46: Tapping Into Our Mental, Emotional, & Spiritual Side Through Tea w/ Suzette "Sooz" HammondWelcome to OpTEAmized, the podcast teaching athletes how tea can optimize longevity, recovery, & performance.The health benefits of tea have always been discussed in the sense of antioxidants, anti-cancer properties, & other physical responses. While these are valid & need to be discussed, have you ever thought of working with tea from the mental, emotional, & spiritual aspect? Have you ever thought how these aspects effect your athletic performance?Today, my guest Suzette ('Sooz') Hammond & I are going to explore those mental, emotional, & spiritual aspects of the tea practice.While Sooz & I do not inherently discuss...2022-03-091h 00OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 45: Is Kombucha The New Sport's Drink? with Jack JosephWhat's up TEAmigos?! Welcome to OpTEAmized, teaching athletes how tea can optimize longevity, recovery, & performance. Today Vince hosted Jack Joseph of Komunity Kombucha.Jack & Vince grew up playing football together. In Jack's time on the field he discovered how the power of tea, herbs, & kombucha could help level up his game. Tune into today's episode to hear Jack's journey with herbs & tea & why kombucha might just be your new go to sport's drink?!Links:DrinkKomKom.comKomunity Kombucha's InstagramLink to Serenity Sunday tickets, live event on March 13th...2022-03-0451 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 44: Vince's OpTEAmized JourneyHey what's up TEAmigos?!? Welcome to OpTEAmized, teaching athletes how tea can optimize longevity, recovery, & performance.Today Vince wanted to take a step back & reintroduce himself, his athletic experiences, & how tea has played an important role for his journey. Tune into this brand new podcast premise to hear all about Vince's tea journey & how tea can impact yours.Looking to meet like minded athletic tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with...2022-02-2422 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedOpTEAmized TrailerWhat's up TEAmigo?!? Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show teaching athletes how tea can optimize longevity, recovery, & performance.My name is Vince LaPelusa & I am your host on this journey. I am a tea lover, chemical engineer, Brazilian jiu jitsu purple belt, & I am thrilled to be here with you!Are you an athlete looking to optimize longevity, recovery, & performance naturally & holistically? Do you love your sport & plan to do it for the rest of your life? Do you often feel unmotivated to show up to the gym or practices? Have you tried methods like coffee...2022-02-2201 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 43: An Herbalist's Guide To Recovery with Rachelle RobinettWhat's up TEAmigos?! Welcome to Fresh Steeps, uncovering the health benefits of tea for your active life. Today Vince hosted Rachelle Robinett founder of Pharmakon Supernatural.Rachelle is a supernatural herbalist looking to connect the functions of nature for your life. Are you new to herbalism or have been stuck in the weeds with all the herbalism terminology? Are you curious about adaptogens & understanding what they are? Have you recently contracted COVID & are looking for ways to keep yourself healthy & supported in this time? Rachelle & Vince answer all these questions & more!Links:URSupernatural...2022-02-041h 06OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 42: The 4 Reasons To Choose Loose-Leaf Over Teabags Every TimeIn Ep 5 of the Deep Steeps series, Vince answers the questions, "Why is loose leaf better than teabags?" & "What is my teabag made out of?". This episode feeds directly off "Ep 4: The 5 Brewing Techniques Of Tea". Dig into that episode first if you haven't!Vince will dig into the 4 reasons he chooses loose leaf & why you should to! If you drink tea often & care about your health, the planets health, & even your wallet then this is the episode for you!Looking to meet like minded athletic tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how...2022-02-0119 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 41: The Importance Of Organic Tea & Knowing What Your Teabag Is Made Of with John BoydWhat's up TEAmigos?! Welcome to Fresh Steeps, uncovering the health benefits of tea for your active life. Today Vince hosted John Boyd founder of Buddha Teas.Have you ever wondered about whether or not it is important to drink organic tea? Or have you asked yourself what your tea bag is made out of? Well John & Vince discuss in detail the importance of both of those questions & much more!John was born in the UK & when he moved to the US he founded Buddha Teas with a mission of providing high quality, organically sourced tea...2022-01-2652 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 40: The 5 Brewing Techniques Of TeaIn Ep 4 of the Deep Steeps series, Vince answers the questions, "What's the best brewing technique for tea?" or "Brewing techniques, isn't it just hot water on my tea bag?". This episode feeds directly off "Ep 3: The Effect Of Time & Temperature On Tea". Dig into that episode first if you haven't!Vince will dig into the 5 most common tea brewing techniques, their differences, & the pros & cons of each! Who knows maybe you can try a new technique today?!Looking to meet like minded athletic tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is...2022-01-2114 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 39: Healing Our Hormones, Gut, Adrenals, & Body With Tea with Dr. Paria VaziriWhat's up TEAmigos?! Welcome to Fresh Steeps, uncovering the health benefits of tea for your active life. Today Vince hosted Dr. Paria Vaziri.Paria is a doctor of naturopathy whose aim is to assist women in taking control of their health through sustainable lifestyles rather than quick fixes. If you are someone who feels bloated, fatigued, have brain fog, or generally off, then tune into our conversation to hear Dr. Paria discuss her 4 areas of focus & how tea & herbs have helped her manage each.Links:Dr. Paria's WebsiteI Am Wellthy...2022-01-0647 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 38: The Neuroscience Of Dieting & Tea with Darya Rose PhDWhat's up TEAmigos?! Welcome to Fresh Steeps, uncovering the health benefits of tea for your active life. Today Vince hosted Darya Rose PhD.Darya is an author of Foodist & Summer Tomato, podcast host, a neuroscience PhD, former dieter, wife, & mother. If you are someone who has tried every diet under the sun & failed, think of green tea as a weight loss supplement, or are simply interested in digging into how the neuroscience of dieting works, then this is the show for you.Tune into our conversation to figure out how tea plays a role in...2021-12-3057 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 37: Making Tea A 5 Senses Experience with Miriam NovalleWhat's up TEAmigos?! Welcome to Fresh Steeps, uncovering the health benefits of tea for your active life. Today Vince hosted Miriam Novalle.Miriam is founder of T Salon & High Tea & has been in the tea world for over 30 years now! Tune into today's episode to learn how tea is a 5 senses experience, hear Miriam's many wild adventures within her tea journey, how actress Uma Thurman inspired Miriam's tea journey, & so much more.Find Miriam's work using the links below!TSalon.comHighTea.todayMiriam's InstagramMiriam's Twitter2021-12-231h 00OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 36: Drink Tea To Beat Disease with Dr. William LiWhat's up TEAmigos?! Welcome to Fresh Steeps, uncovering the health benefits of tea for your active life. Today Vince hosted Dr. William Li.William W. Li, MD, is an internationally renowned physician, scientist and author of the New York Times bestseller “Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself.” His groundbreaking work has led to the development of more than 30 new medical treatments and impacts care for more than 70 diseases including cancer, diabetes, blindness, heart disease and obesity. His TED Talk, “Can We Eat to Starve Cancer?” has garnered more than 11 million vi...2021-12-1454 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 35: How Tragedy Can Blossom Into A Passion For Tea with Naoko TsunodaWhat's up TEAmigos?! Welcome to Fresh Steeps, uncovering the health benefits of tea for your active life. Today Vince hosted Naoko Tsunoda, founder of Key To Teas.Naoko grew up with a love for baking & worked in corporate jobs. After experiencing some tragedies in her life, Naoko realized her passion was doe tea & pursued it whole heartedly. She created Key To Teas with mission of creating modern-day tea culture by delivering the highest quality, innovative tea products with a social responsibility. Tune into this episode to hear Naoko's countless years of tea experience & expertise, her take on...2021-12-082h 26OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 34: Uncovering The Hidden Tea Houses Of The World with Monica Kieff of Travel Through TeaWhat's up TEAmigos?! Have you ever wondered where the best tea houses are in the world? Have you ever walked into a tea shop & was overwhelmed with options? In this episode Vince hosts Monica Kieff of the Travel Through Tea Instagram blog.Monica started Travel Through Tea as a personal journal to keep note of all her tea travels. Now for all you tea & travel lovers out there this is the spot to check out for magical tea experiences around the world.Find Monica's work & travels at @TravelThroughTea on Instagram or on TikTok @TravelThroughTea_ (links...2021-11-131h 31OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 33: The Evolution Of Fitness For Longevity with Conor MillsteinWelcome to Fresh Steeps, uncovering the health benefits of tea for your active life. Today Vince hosted Conor Millstein founder of Inside Out Movement Systems.We all know the benefits of movement and the importance of fitness. We want to do what we love without pain or restriction. IsO Movement Systems envisions a new definition of sustainable health and wellness, one that doesn't conform to the standard fitness model but instead insists on constantly raising the bar.They prioritize competition, play, and improvisation. They believe in strength over size, dynamic over static, action o...2021-10-281h 08OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 32: Using Tea As A Creative Outlet with Nazanin of Tea ThoughtsWhat's up TEAmigos?! Welcome to Fresh Steeps, uncovering the health benefits of tea for your active life. My name is Vince LaPelusa, tea lover & chemical engineer with a passion for healthy practices. I am honored to be your guide on this tea journey.Today I talked with Nazanin of the Tea Thoughts blog & shop. Nazanin has grown up in a house of tea & has known nothing else. Her love for the beverage has been a release for her in creative way through the blog Tea Thoughts. As her journey continued, so did the way tea influenced her...2021-10-221h 12OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedSHOW UPDATE! We Are RebrandingWhat's up TEAmigos?!? You may have noticed some changes to the show. I wanted to stop in & give you a little update on what's going on! If you have any questions or comments reach out to me via Instagram DMs (Insta link here).I look forward to continuing this journey with you & optimizing the show continuously for your entertainment, education, & pleasure. Have a great day!Looking to meet like minded athletic tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!2021-10-1001 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 31: The Effect Of Time & Temperature On TeaIn Ep 3 of the Deep Steeps series, Vince answers the questions, "Why does tea leave a dry feeling in my mouth?" or "Why my tea is too bitter?". This episode feeds directly off "Ep 2: What Is In Tea? A Scientific Breakdown Of Your Cup Of Tea". Dig into that episode first if you haven't!Vince will dig into the proper steep times & temperatures for each tea leaving you with a better sense of how to make the most of your next tea experience.Be sure to subscribe so that you can stay up to date...2021-09-2617 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 30: Connecting The Mind & Body For Quicker RecoveriesIn this episode Vince hosts Tim Borowski. Tim is a myokinesthetic practitioner & healthcare entrepreneur (if you don't know what that is, don't worry he will explain!). Tim & Vince unock the amazing benefits of tea, herbs, & supplements & dig deep into the mind/body connection & how it often is the missing link of recovery.Check out Tim's work at axon-movement.com or on Instagram @Axon_MVMT.Sponsors:Thank you to our sponsor at TIT Teas! Drink tea & support breast cancer research by getting your hand on some TIT Teas! Use code TEAMIGOS for 20% off your...2021-09-242h 22OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 29: What Is In Tea? A Scientific Breakdown Of Your Cup Of TeaIn Ep 2 of the Deep Steep series, Vince answers the question what is in my cup of tea? With his scientific background as a chemical engineer, he is interested in learning why tea tastes the way it does & what effects the flavor from a chemical point of view?He breaks down the compounds you can find into 1 of 7 categories: methylxanthines, polyphenols, enzymes, amino acids, carbohydrates, minerals, or volatiles.Listen to him ramble on about the importance of each of these compounds & how they play a major role in giving you the perfect cup of tea.2021-09-0328 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 28: Making A Change For Those With DisabilitiesIn this episode Vince hosts Drew McNamara, founder of Creative Souls. Creative Souls provides opportunities for individuals with disabilities to earn money by creating art printed onto shoes and apparel. Making an impact one Creative Soul at a time! In this episode we not only dug deep into the Creative Souls mission & story, but also what it is like to live with disabilities & then shifted gears to travel experiences & how tea influenced the travel life.Check out Drew's work at BeCreativeSouls.com or on social media @BeCreativeSouls (links below). Remember to use code TEAMIGOS10 at checkout for 10% o...2021-09-012h 52OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 27: What The Heck Is Tea? History & VarietiesStarting your tea journey & looking for a place to begin? Interested in a brief history of tea? Ever wonder what the differences are between green & black tea?This is episode one of the Tea Deep Dive series, where Vince breaks down tea topics into functional tips all in the time it takes to make your perfect cup of tea! Today Vince breaks down a brief history of tea, where tea comes from, & what distinguishes the different varieties (green, white, black, etc.).Looking to meet like minded athletic tea lovers? Want to learn from others on...2021-08-1010 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 26: Tea, Jiu Jitsu, & BS w/ Matt & Paulie of the Porrada PodcastThe TEAmigos Podcast is dedicated to helping you discover tea is more than a drink, it's a lifestyle. Often times Vince questions in his daily life just how tea impacts his lifestyle. Well this episode, with its nonchalant & relaxed nature, expresses one avenue of just that.Vince does his first collab episode with Matt Brouse & Paulie Brooks of the Porrada Podcast, the show dedicated to diving deep into the world of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. They discuss all about tea, jiu jitsu, veer off on side rants about arm wrestling & slap fighting, & tune in for some exciting updates...2021-08-062h 09OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedWhat Is This All About? TEAser For Fresh SteepsWhat's up TEAmigo?! Question...Have you discovered tea for the first time & now just need more?New to herbalism & want to know what herbal teas are best for what?Are you an athlete looking to step up their game by working with tea & herbs & unlocking earths natural healing powers?When you hear tea mentioned, do you picture a crappy tea bag (*cough* Lipton *cough*)?Are you looking to begin your tea journey, but just don't know where to start?Well...welcome to Fresh Steeps, uncovering the health...2021-07-2201 minThe Porrada PodcastThe Porrada PodcastPorrada/Teamigos Collab w/Vince LaPelusaI sit down to talk tea AND Jiujitsu (and movies and stuff) with my friend and one-round-ever training partner, Vince Lapelusa, of the Teamigos Podcast and www.freshsteeps.com and @freshsteeps This was super causal and a lot of fun, make sure to check out his goods.Also mine, @porradaphotographyCheers.2021-07-132h 09OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 25: Understanding Your Life's Purpose w/ Chrystyna Strumbos of Dawn Human DesignIn this episode Vince hosts Chrystyna Strumbos of Dawn Human Design. Have you ever wondered about your life's purpose? Have you ever felt an inexplicable pull towards someone, something, or somewhere? Have you ever wanted to understand yourself better? If you are like Vince you answered yes to every one of those questions.Chrystyna is on a mission to help people understand themselves deeper & live more fulfilling lives. How? Tune in to find out & discover more about Dawn Human Design!Links:Dawn Human Design InstagramNeutrinos Explained (1)Neutrinos Explained (2)2021-07-072h 05OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 24: Herbalism in Depth w/ Abril of Beauty, Herbs, & TeaIn this episode Vince hosts Abril of Beauty, Herbs, & Tea. Abril is a herbalist who started Beauty, Herbs, & Tea because she believes in the power of herbs & how we can partner with them for a healthier & happier life. Abril & Vince discuss deeply about herbs for immunity, stress, anxiety, hangovers, & pain as well as her pursuit of entrepreneurship & farming.Discover Abril's work at BeautyHerbsAndTea.com or on social media @BeautyHerbsAndTea. Send her an email too at beautyherbsandtea@gmail.com!Looking to meet like minded athletic tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is...2021-06-241h 12OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 23: Getting Your Energy Back w/Jay FeldmanIn this episode Vince hosts Jay Feldman. Jay is a health coach & independent health researcher with the goal of providing you with the tools you need to get your energy back. Jay & Vince discuss all about health & our diets. We dove deep into fasting & the pros & cons of it, what actually constitutes healthy food, the myth of "losing weight equals tracking calories in vs calories out", tea health, & much more!Discover Jay's work at jayfeldmanwellness.com or on social media @JFWellness. For an even deeper dive into the topics we discussed & more, check out his podcast "The...2021-06-172h 33OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 22: The Inner Workings of the Film Industry w/ Robert YanikIn this episode Vince hosts Robert Yanik. Robert is a film producer, music video director, & Vince's cousin! Robert & Vince talked about tea, shared stories of their family & childhood, discuss films & the industry, fitness, & more.Check out Robert's work on Instagram @RobertYanikJR.Robert's Video's:Herstory - My TimeInk Dawg ft. Herstory - Streets2021-06-152h 09OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 21: Matcha, Mushrooms, & Meditation w/ Ari & Chris of HoneIn this episode Vince hosts Chris & Ari, founders of Hone. Hone is mushroom matcha company on a mission to provide holistic optimization & natural energy for people in an ecologically responsible way, & develop a progressive, sustainable relationship with the community & environment locally & abroad. Ari, Chris, & Vince dove into the Hone story, what it means to take risks in business, meditation, dreams, tea, travel, & more!Discover their work on social media @Hone or on their website HoneBlends.com.Looking to meet like minded athletic tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing...2021-05-241h 58OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 20: Taking Those Scary Next Steps w/ Jenna Knutson & Reid PettersenIn this episode Vince hosts Jenna Knutson & Reid Pettersen. Jenna & Reid are real-estate agents in the Twin Cities & good friends of Vince. Jenna, Reid, & Vince have a wild conversation talking about topics like sasquatch, tea, real-estate, surfing, traveling, life in other countries, foraging, & so much more!Discover their incredible work on Instagram @JennaReidMN & DM them with any questions!Looking to meet like minded athletic tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with...2021-05-172h 12OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 19: Discovering Your Passions w/ Tori of Siply TealiciousIn this episode Vince hosts Tori of Siply Tealicious. Tori is a tea blogger, podcaster, & lover of all things tea. Tori & Vince discuss the gruesome history of genmaicha tea, life as a tea lover, discovering your passions, the Quali-Tea Time podcast, & much more!Find her at siplytealicious.com or on social media @SiplyTealicious. Also, check out her podcast by searching for Quali-Tea Time!2021-05-052h 18OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 18 (pt 2): How Tea & Global Health Law Mix w/ Jani the Health GeenieThis is part 2 of a 2 part episode. In this episode Vince hosts Jani, the Health Geenie. Jani is a global health lawyer with a passion for bringing healthy living to all. Jani & Vince touch on topics like COVID, racial inequalities, birth control, tea & herbs, health habits, our perspective on what guilt & shame mean, & a lot more!Check out her work on all social media @HealthGeenie.Sponsors:Thank you to our sponsors Tiesta Tea! Try their exciting blends using the link below & remember to use code TEAMIGOS20 at checkout for 20% off...2021-04-221h 53OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 18 (pt 1): How Tea & Global Health Law Mix w/ Jani the Health GeenieThis is part 1 of a 2 part episode. In this episode Vince hosts Jani, the Health Geenie. Jani is a global health lawyer with a passion for bringing healthy living to all. Jani & Vince touch on topics like COVID, racial inequalities, birth control, tea & herbs, health habits, our perspective on what guilt & shame mean, & a lot more!Check out her work on all social media @HealthGeenie.Sponsors:Thank you to our sponsors Tiesta Tea! Try their exciting blends using the link below & remember to use code TEAMIGOS20 at checkout for 20% off...2021-04-221h 35OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 17: Deep Dive Into Tea w/ Nicole WilsonIn this episode Vince hosts Nicole Wilson. Nicole is an award winning tea educator for the Tea For Me Please blog. She has been studying & writing on tea for 13 years! Nicole & Vince discuss the vast differences in the many types of tea, we ask what makes the perfect cup, we answer how the different processing techniques affect the flavor, she goes in depth about her controversial view on the health benefits of tea, & we discuss much more!Check out her work at TeaForMePlease.com or on all social media platforms @TeaForMePlease.2021-04-122h 34OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 16: CBD In Tea w/ Jordan GillIn this episode Vince hosts Jordan Gill, founder of Jordan And Janes Tea Company. Jordan & Vince discuss herbs & our relationship to them, hemp tea, tea ceremonies & meditation, the Jordan And Janes story, & we answer the question, "Who is Jane???".Check out Jordan's work on Instagram @JordanAndJanes or on her website jordanandjanes.com. Use code FRESH at checkout for 20% off your order!2021-04-071h 35OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 15: Woodworking, Tea, & Bobsledding w/ Eitan TroyanskyIn this episode Vince hosts Eitan Troyansky. Eitan is a woodworker, BJJ practitioner, & overall interesting man. Eitan & Vince discuss tea, woodworking, BJJ, self-defense, & bobsledding???Check out Eitan's wood work on Instagram @etwoodwrx or his personal profile @EitanTroyansky.Sponsors:Thank you to Tiesta Tea for sponsoring The TEAmigos Podcast! Check out the fun flavors using the link below & remember to use code TEAMIGOS20 at checkout for 20% off your first order.TiestaTea.com2021-03-222h 42OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 14: What Makes The Perfect Cup of Tea w/ Danielle of Tea & MeIn this episode Vince hosts Danielle of the Tea And Me blog. Tea And Me is a blog dedicated to exploring tea deeper while experimenting & having fun! Danielle & Vince discuss a whole bunch about tea, specifically matcha, her tea journey, tea experiments, & what makes "the perfect cup of tea".Check out her work on Instagram @TeaAndMeBlog or on her website at TeaAndMeCo.com.Links:-Red Root Shop-Michel-Schlumberger Winery-Shifting SensesSponsors:Thank you to Tiesta Tea for sponsoring The TEAmigos Podcast! Check them out...2021-03-121h 15OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 13: Herbs, Football, & Mental Health w/ NFL Safety Montre HartageIn this episode Vince hosts Montre Hartage. Montre is a professional football player in the NFL playing as a safety on the New York Giants. Montre & Vince discuss tea, herbs, mental health in sports, football, holistic practices, & much more!Check out Montre on Instagram @montrehh.Links:Lance Kearse on IG @kaptainplantit or at jamaicasfavorite.com.Sponsor:Thank you Tiesta Tea for sponsoring this episode! Check out the delicious & exciting flavors at TiestaTea.com. Remember to use code TEAMIGOS20 at checkout for 20% off your first order!2021-03-092h 11OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 12: Talking Food Allergies w/ Amy AndesIn this episode Vince hosts Amy Andes. Amy is a PhD candidate studying food science & technology at The Ohio State University & founder of Banzo Butter. Banzo Butter is a garbanzo bean spread brand aimed at giving people within the top 8 allergenic foods category another yummy food option to enjoy. Amy & Vince discuss tea, the Banzo Butter brand journey, food science, & more!Check out these delicious butters at banzobutterbrand.com or on Instagram @BanzoButterBrand.Sponsors:Thank you to Tiesta Tea for sponsoring the show! Check out these amazing & exciting teas at tiestatea.com & remember...2021-03-061h 46OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 11: Tea, Tacos, & Textiles w/ Madi BarskyIn this episode Vince hosts Madi Barsky. Madi is the founder of MadSun LA Tacos & Textiles. This brand is a specialty breakfast tacos brand based in Venice California with Austin Texas inspired flavors & tradition. Madi & Vince discuss tea, baking, gardening, tacos, sustainable cooking practices, textiles, & more!Check out these delicious tacos at madsunla.com or on Instagram @MadSunLA.Sponsors:Thank you to Tiesta Tea for sponsoring this episode! Check them out here at TiestaTea.com2021-03-011h 34OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 10: Functional Tools for Optimizing Women's Health w/ Kelsie AndersonIn this episode Vince hosts Kelsie Anderson. Kelsie is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (FNTP) specializing in supporting & restoring the way women approach health, healing, & hormone balance. Kelsie & Vince discuss tea, hormones, regenerative agriculture, sex drive, cooking oils, immune health, the female cycle, & so much more.Check Kelsie out at bunsinbalance.com or on Instagram at @BunsInBalance!Links:Regenerative Agriculture PodcastThe Omnivores DilemmaEWG's Healthy Living2021-02-262h 16OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 9: Developing Mental Hygiene Practices w/ Andrew BrownIn this episode Vince hosts Andrew Brown. Andrew is the co-founder of Strong Mind Apparel. Strong Mind is a clothing brand aimed at transforming the stigma surrounding mental illness by promoting mental management & developing mental hygiene practices. Andrew & Vince discuss their love of tea & gardening, incorporating healthy daily habits, the Strong Mind Apparel journey, & the future of mental health.Check out Strong Mind Apparel at strongmindapparel.com or on Instagram & Facebook @strongmind.apparel.Thank you to our sponsors at Tiesta Tea! Make sure to check out their website for fun, vibrant, & delicious tea blends.2021-02-211h 43OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 8: The Relationship of Kombucha & Tea w/ Jack JosephIn this episode Vince host Jack Joseph. Jack is the founder of Komunity Kombucha, Chicago's sexiest new kombucha brand. Jack & Vince discuss Jack's beginnings in the tea, kombucha, & herbal world as well as dive deep into what kombucha really is & does for the mind, body, & soul.Check out this incredible booch at drinkkomkom.com or on social media at DrinkKomKom.Remember to stick around for today's Urban Dictionary Tea Word of the Day!2021-02-171h 09OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 7: Growing a Tea Business w/ Tiesta TeaIn this episode Vince hosts the Co-Founders of Tiesta Tea Dan & Patrick. Dan & Patrick are long time friends that started Tiesta Tea after they discovered what true tea was & tasted like. Tiesta Tea is a fun & vibrant brand that helps make tea sexy & exciting! Patrick, Dan, & Vince discuss the Tiesta Tea journey, loose-leaf vs bagged tea, the many delicious flavors Tiesta Tea offers, & a whole bunch more!Check out the many flavors of Tiesta Tea using the link below & remember to use FRESHSTEEPS20 at checkout for a 20% off discount code!Tiesta Tea Website2021-02-141h 32OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 6: Music & Self Defense w/ Bayo AjoseIn this episode Vince hosts Bayo Ajose. Bayo is a singer/song writer, rapper, biomedical engineer, & royal blooded Nigerian prince! The passion this man exudes spills over into everything he does. Bayo & Vince discuss tea, Bayo's musical journey, self defense, love, & more!Bayo performs under the name ADE, so make sure to check out his music on Spotify at ADE (click the link below otherwise easiest found by searching for Jim Swim & looking under related artists). Also discover more on Instagram & TikTok @ademuzic.Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4fsG4WNIhEHq2eiRgs7HXI2021-02-022h 07OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 5: What It Means to be a Man w/ Corey WeilIn this episode Vince hosts Corey Weil. Corey is an engineer in the energy field, an active member of the Jewish tribe, a jiu jitsu practitioner, & amazing man! Corey & Vince share tea stories, travel adventures, discuss religion, what it means to be a man, energy, aliens, & more! Stick around for the TWO Urban Dictionary Tea Words of the Day!Discover more about Corey on Instagram at corey_h_weil.2021-01-242h 18OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 4: The Power of Discipline in Everyday Life w/ Tommy G McGeeIn this episode Vince hosts Tommy G McGee. Tommy is a prank youtuber, jiu jitsu practitioner, wrestling coach, real-estate mogul, & overall badass! Tommy & Vince share a crappy cup of cheap green tea, discuss the power of discipline in every day life, what it takes to become a stronger willed individual, share jiu jitsu & wrestling stories, & even banter about politics! Remember to stick around for the Urban Dictionary Tea Word of the Day!Find out more about Tommy on YouTube & Instagram at Tommy G McGee, or on TikTok at TommyGDoesIt!2021-01-201h 16OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 3: Becoming TikTok Famous w/ Niko LaPelusaIn this episode Vince hosts his very first TEAmigo, Niko LaPelusa! Niko is a popular TikToker, host of "The Goodwind Podcast", & Vince's brother. Niko & Vince discuss essiac tea, Niko's TikTok stardom, his conservation goals & efforts for bringing back the American Buffalo population, & his podcast. Stick around for this episodes installation of the Urban Dictionary Tea Word of the Day!Find more about Niko on TikTok at niko_is_ or at "The Goodwind Podcast"!*Disclaimer, apologies for the audio challenges. Vince is working hard at making the podcast a greater...2021-01-151h 11OpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 2: Fasting & TeaIn this episode Vince talks about dandelion root tea & the amazing health benefits of it as well as his experiences with fasting. Stick around for today's Urban Dictionary Tea Word of the Day!2021-01-0946 minOpTEAmizedOpTEAmizedEp 1: Vince's Tea JourneyIn this episode find out Vince's intention in starting the podcast, Vince's tea journey thus far, & the first installation of the Urban Dictionary Tea Word of the Day!Looking to meet like minded athletic tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you...2021-01-0541 min