Tea Across Eras

Sure, this episode is a little salty, but the world seems like it needs some salt right now! Y'all heard about all those disappearances of people who seem to have some sort of connection to government labs and angencies and contractors? It's in our backyard here in New Mexico, so we've gotta talk about it.Today's pop quiz is inspired by... flails around at the world... and the book History Lessons: How Textbooks from Around the World Portray American History (see our bookshelf), Nell gives Rose a pop quiz on what is historical and what is current and how it all comes together.Sources: https://teaacrosseras.com/episode-sources

On February 11, 2012, Kathy vanished in Houston, Texas. At first, her friends and family clung to hope, certain she would walk back through the door with an explanation for the silence. But as strange social media comments surfaced then disappeared, and whispers of vehicle tampering spread, hope tangled with fear.Days stretched into months. Months into years.More than a decade later, the call finally came: Kathy had been found.It was not the closure anyone had prayed for, but it also wasn't the end.We still want to know - who killed Kathy?NOTE: This episode has been edited to preserve the integrity of the open case. All opinions and speculations are Nell's and Nell's alone. There are no named, public suspects in this case. All names that have been used are public information.

History is not a geographic Island. However wild a world event is, there's sure to be something even wilder going on next door! Join us as we talk about just a few of the amazing events that happened at the same time and why it is always important to expand your view.

Costumes and clowns and bawdy songs can do more than make us giggle. Humor can create armor and focus attention, especially when the message matters most. Join us as we explore the grand tradition of using absurd humor and satire to make a message heard.

Welcome back for season three! Join us as we celebrate just a few of the amazing historic discoveries of 2025!

Happy Halloween! To celebrate the end of spooky season, we're bringing you spooky tales from the best state in the USA - New Mexico!

We're chatting about one fabulous Bad Bunny, some K-Pop Demon Hunting singalongs, the Auburn Tigers Homecoming events, and the adorably fat brown bears of Fat Bear Week.

Ever since we started loving the theater, there have been disputes about it. Join us as we talk about passionate actors, dastardly landlords and the day the Globe Theater was stolen.

For the (lucky number) 13th episode of season 2, Rose and Nell talk about spooky slumber party games. From Bloody Mary to the Elevator Game, they cover the basics, the origins, and whether or not they've played it.

Young, rich, and gilded? What exactly was a lady supposed to do all day? Sure, changing outfits for the appropriate occasion took far longer than it does now, but what about accepting a caller? Can you just run down the street to visit your friends? Do you need to know how to plan a menu or just how to hire a great cook? Let's find out!

Why are scribes and cats such a natural pair? What happens when mischief becomes part of the book? Medieval cats were companion, employee and artistic inspiration. Join us as we chat, catch up on some news and appreciate the glory that is cat.

HBO's The Gilded Age gives us a glittery glimpse into the ballrooms of old New York. How much is fact and how much is fiction? Join us as we explore Astors, Vanderbilts and the real American Gilded Age.

Ancient foods can still be found if you know what corner to look in. Join us as we talk about the first Gatorade, vertically baked bread and contemplate whether we would try the cursed grilled cheese.All Sources Available: https://teaacrosseras.com/episode-sources

When Anthony "Tony" Mitchell was taken into police custody on January 12, 2023, his family was promised a mental health evaluation and help detoxing. Instead, he died of hypothermia while in custody 14 days later. The Walker County Alabama Sheriff's Office, long known for their problematic dealings with the community, immediately claimed innocence. So far, over a dozen employees of the jail and sheriff's office have pled guilty for their parts in his murder.All sources available at TeaAcrossEras.comSpecial Thank You to Amber Sitton, host of the podcast Secrets True Crime.

When Anthony "Tony" Mitchell was taken into police custody on January 12, 2023, his family was promised a mental health evaluation and help detoxing. Instead, he died of hypothermia while in custody 14 days later. The Walker County Alabama Sheriff's Office, long known for their problematic dealings with the community, immediately claimed innocence. So far, over a dozen employees of the jail and sheriff's office have pled guilty for their parts in his murder.All sources available at TeaAcrossEras.comSpecial Thank You to Amber Sitton, host of the podcast Secrets True Crime.

Jane Rochford had a front row seat to one of the most dramatic stories in history: the reign of Henry VIII. Despite serving five of Henry's six wives, she isn't considered a courtly success. she often isn't considered at all. Join us as we talk about the life of a complex lady and how reputation can be altered by the stroke of a pen.

Disclaimer: No passport needed to travel to New Mexico if you are already in the US!Can you name all 50 US states? Rose can. Nell can't, but if you tell her a state name, she will know if it is in the USA or not! Rose and Nell have spent a lot of time in New Mexico, and have spent a lot of time explaining that their state is indeed, in the USA. That big state right in between Texas and Arizona? Right below Colorado? That's New Mexico, the 47th state (before Arizona!). New Mexico is the coolest state in the country (a biased opinion), so join Tea Across Eras & for an overview of UFOs, the oldest capitol city in the country, official state questions. You'll want to visit by the end.All sources available at TeaAcrossEras.com

What we say and how we say it says a lot about us! All language is a is a constantly evolving creature and English is no exception. Join us as we explore how when and why we add words to our language.All Sources Available at TeaAcrossEras.com

What is the first Monday in May? It's the evening where all of us regular people make snap judgements on the couture that celebs wear to the Met Gala! It's also a fundraiser, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute biggest fundraiser of the year! It's the only part of the Met that is self-funded. So, why, who, where, and what is it all about?All sources at TeaAcrossEras.com

Colors create fascinating feelings and fantastic art. But where does color come from and who gets the credit? Join us as we talk about the alchemy of color and what it means to try to own it.

Welcome to Season 2!Nell gives us her most controversial opinion - it has to do with a US President, but not the one you're thinking of. This episode covers Robert Irwin and big snakes, a misspelling in the US Constitution, pirates, dire wolves, and the moon. Did you know we're going back to the moon???All Sources here: https://teaacrosseras.com/

Pompeii is the most famous victim of Vesuvius, but the bay of Naples was filled with towns and villages that felt the wrath of the mountain. Join us as we talk about Herculaneum, death by volcano and the discoveries that continue to be made to this day,

Disasters fascinate us and ancient disasters are no exception. Join us as we introduce a nifty, naughty metropolis and the day it froze in time.Contains some NSFW Content

There was a time when owning a vehicle was affordable and offered the freedom of travel. But during times of legal segregation, how did Black Americans navigate the open road? The Green Book was there to offer safety and travel without embarrassment.https://teaacrosseras.com/episode-sources

Everybody loves a good pocket, but why are they so scarce? Have they always been hard to come by? Join us as we talk about a lady’s best friend, the pocket.https://teaacrosseras.com/episode-sources

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

While Olympic surfing has ended, Nell is still obsessed. She read that people don't watch Olympic surfing because they don't understand it. We're breaking down the highlights of surfing and why you should be as obsessed as we are.

What makes up the details behind a myth? Sometimes the little guys have the best stories.

What is genre in music? Is it still a thing? Or are we just alt-folk-rock and hiphop-country? Today, we're talking about genre, the Death of Slim Shady, Jelly Roll, and even Waffle House. Nell listened to Eminem's new album, but is she making it too deep?

Wicked stepmoms and women betraying anyone to give their own kids a chance at power. Is that the ancient lore of a long gone era or are we still doing that to each other today?

When the age seems dark, how do you deal? Join us as we introduce two medieval poets who built wildly different windows into their own times.