ThirtyTwoTea

How do you actually figure someone out? In this episode, Trixie and Tim dive into the personality tests they swear by and why. From MBTI to the Enneagram, Western horoscopes to the Chinese Zodiac, the conversation unpacks how these tools help navigate people at work, in friendships, and in life. Whether you are a devoted thinker or a feelings-first person, chances are you have already been sorted into someone's mental category without knowing it.The episode wraps up with a hot take that ties it all together. Every social group has a hierarchy. Always. The only question is where you sit in it.In this episode, we talk about:MBTI and how to actually use it to navigate peopleEnneagram as a tool for self-discovery and personal growthHoroscopes and the Chinese Zodiac as people-reading cheat sheetsOther personality tests we have loved, forgotten, and judged people byHot Take: Do every social group have a hierarchy?Hosts Trixie TimAbout ThirtyTwoTeaWhat happens when two air-sign friends become 30? We create a podcast as this is our rite of passage. Join us as we ponder about social encounters, relationship problems and emotional quotient drama! Come join our tea sessions as we gossip or just hang out. Get ready with your favourite tea and dessert as we sit down for an hour and talk.

What does a game night reveal about the people you play with? In this episode, Trixie and Tim take a detour from the serious and dive into the world of tabletop games, board games, card games, and Dungeons & Dragons. From the chaos of hosting strangers to the quiet observations of a seasoned people-watcher, the conversation unpacks how games have a funny way of exposing who your friends really are. Tim shares the behind-the-scenes headaches of being a game master and host, while Trixie brings the player's eye for reading the room.The episode ends on a question that hits closer to home than expected. Do we keep certain friends around simply because of how long we've known them? And is that loyalty, or just habit?In this episode, we talk about:The 7 types of players you'll always find at a game nightFriend dynamics in tabletop games and what games bring out in peopleThe host and DM experience: the headaches and rewards of running the gameThe player vs DM perspective: how differently each side sees the tableHot Take: Do we tolerate some friends just because they're legacy members?Hosts Trixie TimAbout ThirtyTwoTeaWhat happens when two air-sign friends become 30? We create a podcast as this is our rite of passage. Join us as we ponder about social encounters, relationship problems and emotional quotient drama! Come join our tea sessions as we gossip or just hang out. Get ready with your favourite tea and dessert as we sit down for an hour and talk.

What happens when being helpful becomes a trap? In this episode, Trixie and Tim dig into the unspoken rules of boundaries at work, in friendships, and within family. From colleagues who quietly offload their responsibilities onto you, to the emotional debts that linger in big traditional families, the conversation gets honest about why saying no is a skill, not a flaw. Trixie shares her INTJ "chess player" approach to workplace dynamics, and Tim revisits his own experience with a certain someone named Bernard.The episode also unpacks the guilt of saying no and why even the most boundaried people still feel it. Is being dependable the same as being respected? Tim doesn't think so. Trixie isn't so sure.In this episode, we talk about:When helping a colleague becomes a trapTrixie's long game: the INTJ workplace strategyFriendship vs. work and whether you can really have bothEmotional favours in families and why they're the hardest to escapeHot Take: Being dependable is not the same as being respectedHosts Trixie TimAbout ThirtyTwoTeaWhat happens when two air-sign friends become 30? We create a podcast as this is our rite of passage. Join us as we ponder about social encounters, relationship problems and emotional quotient drama! Come join our tea sessions as we gossip or just hang out. Get ready with your favourite tea and dessert as we sit down for an hour and talk.

Ever found yourself in a love triangle without even realising it?In this episode of ThirtyTwoTea, we unpack the emotional confusion behind love triangles, unspoken feelings, and the friendships that get caught in the middle. We share personal stories, discuss how miscommunication fuels drama, and explore why emotional intelligence matters more than attraction.In this episode, we talk about:How to break up with a friendSigns of a horrible friendThe emotional toll of social misunderstandingsWhy effort and awareness matter in relationshipsAnd an unexpected rage vent about the word “bi-weekly”Hot Take: The word ‘Biweekly’, how do you define the frequency?Host Trixie TimAbout ThirtyTwoTeaWhat happens when two air-sign friends become 30? We create a podcast as this is our rite of passage. Join us as we ponder about social encounters, relationship problems and emotional quotient drama! Come join our tea sessions as we gossip or just hang out. Get ready with your favourite tea and dessert as we sit down for an hour and talk.

First dates are a mix of excitement and anxiety. Sometimes there is instant chemistry. Sometimes there are silent red flags.In this episode of ThirtyTwoTea, we dive into the emotional reality of first dates. We share personal stories, discuss what effort really looks like, and break down why planning and intention matter more than flashy gestures.In this episode, we talk about:Why first dates feel so intenseThe difference between chemistry and attractionEffort and planning in early datingRed flags you notice too lateTechniques that actually help build connectionHot Take: Do people want honesty in dating or just reassurance?Hosts Trixie TimAbout ThirtyTwoTeaWhat happens when two air-sign friends become 30? We create a podcast as this is our rite of passage. Join us as we ponder about social encounters, relationship problems and emotional quotient drama! Come join our tea sessions as we gossip or just hang out. Get ready with your favourite tea and dessert as we sit down for an hour and talk.

In this episode of the ThirtyTwoTea Podcast, hosts Timothy and Trixie dive into the complexities of Valentine’s Day, unpacking personal experiences, societal expectations, and the emotional weight attached to the holiday. They reflect on how Valentine’s Day has evolved over time and why it can bring both excitement and pressure.The conversation explores the idea of performance in relationships, the meaning behind gift-giving, and how effort is often interpreted as a measure of love. The hosts also touch on self-love and the experiences of those who may not have a partner to celebrate with, offering honest reflections on connection, expectation, and emotional fulfillment. Through anecdotes and candid discussion, they examine what Valentine’s Day reveals about modern relationships and intimacy.In this episode, we talk about:Valentine Expectation: Male vs Female Most Memorable Valentine’s Day Experience (or date)The Moment We Realised We Were FallingSituationships on Valentine’s DayHot Takes: Valentine’s Day measures effort, not loveHosts Trixie TimAbout ThirtyTwoTeaWhat happens when two air-sign friends become 30? We create a podcast as this is our rite of passage. Join us as we ponder about social encounters, relationship problems and emotional quotient drama! Come join our tea sessions as we gossip or just hang out. Get ready with your favourite tea and dessert as we sit down for an hour and talk.

In the first episode of the ThirtyTwoTea Podcast, hosts Trixie and Tim explore the quiet complexities of friendship, focusing on the idea of “secret friends”, relationships that fade, drift, and sometimes resurface when least expected. Through personal reflections and candid discussion, they unpack how friendships change as people grow older and life becomes busier.The conversation moves into the reality of maintaining long-term connections, the pressure of hosting social gatherings, and the idea of “low maintenance” friendships. The hosts question whether this label reflects emotional maturity or quietly avoids deeper communication needs. Along the way, they share hot takes on workplace dynamics and the subtle social rules that shape how we navigate relationships day to day.In this episode, we talk about:What “secret friends” really areHow friendships evolve in adulthoodLow maintenance relationships and emotional expectationsHosting, social effort, and unspoken obligationsHot takes on workplace social dynamicsHosts Trixie TimothyAbout ThirtyTwoTeaWhat happens when two air-sign friends become 30? We create a podcast as this is our rite of passage. Join us as we ponder about social encounters, relationship problems and emotional quotient drama! Come join our tea sessions as we gossip or just hang out. Get ready with your favourite tea and dessert as we sit down for an hour and talk.