Welcome to our new format where Kyrie maybe finally has her reading juju back, and we are just reading and talking about whatever we want. And where Kyrie acknowledges Cori’s spectacular book matchmaking abilities. Wow… When I listened to this, I realized how long ago we’ve been sitting on this one! Who wants to hear … Continue reading S4E1: Fresh Fruit is Nature’s Candy →

Books and Tea Podcast

S4E1: Fresh Fruit is Nature’s Candy

At long last, we are rolling out our FIRST new interview style episode. First up, is the owner of the local Barre3 studio, Rebekah Kauffman. Thanks for being our first guinea pig!!  Of course, now we are in the midst of a world dominated by COVID-19 quarantines, so I am not sure how we will … Continue reading S4E4 Books and Barre3 (Rebekah Kauffman Interview) →

S4E4 Books and Barre3 (Rebekah Kauffman Interview)

So here’s the thing. We are in the midst of an awkward format transition during a pandemic while trying to manage our everyday lives. So, this one was recorded a while ago. We didn’t take a picture of what we ate and drank. Nor did we write down brands or anything… We had baked goods … Continue reading S4E3: Reading Recap March 2020 →

S4E3: Reading Recap March 2020

Really, we probably need an “Under Construction” sign as we recalibrate to our new format. This was recorded in August (oops). In which we discuss slang, Cori’s poor decision to go on vacation right after the school year starts, and Kyrie’s reading slump. But, we still have reading recommendations for ya. And tea. What  We … Continue reading S4E2 We’re a Hot Mess #Anxiety →

S4E2 We’re a Hot Mess #Anxiety

In this episode, Kyrie and Cori share their favorite reads of 2019. Yeah, we know…. Better late than never. If you live in Flagstaff (or visit) check out Shift’s First Saturday bake sale. The pain du chocolat is quite tasty. It was paired with a black chai tea Cori received from Sipsby. You can try … Continue reading Best of 2019 →

Best of 2019

In this episode, it is confirmed that Cori now knows that the Serial podcast is not fake. You will hear all about Cori’s new kittens, Junipurr and Sage. Generally speaking, there is animal chaos abound. What We Are Eating and Drinking Kyrie brought tasty gluten-free Cranberry Orange Oatmeal cookies. Cori provided the tea.  This podcast’s … Continue reading S3E12: Kitties and Wrapping Up Season 3 →

S3E12: Kitties and Wrapping Up Season 3

We’re always told “don’t judge a book by its cover.”  Welp, we are ignoring this advice and going for it. A lot of work goes into cover design and drawing people in, so what happens when we just let it happen?  Can a cover help us pick a great read or does it end up … Continue reading S3E11 Appearances Versus Reality →

S3E11 Appearances Versus Reality

  What we’re reading This week, Cori and Kyrie continue down the detective/murder mystery/what the hell is happening genre. The Dry follows Federal Agent Aaron Falk as he arrives in his hometown for the first time in decades to attend the funeral of his best friend, Luke. Let’s just say you really don’t understand who … Continue reading S3E10: Australia murders and a hot place to live →

S3E10: Australia murders and a hot place to live

What We Are Reading Cori asked that we go down the genre rabbit hole that is police and detective procedurals.  Really, it’s just a subgenre of the suspense and mystery genre. After several failed attempts, Kyrie landed on Are You Sleeping by Kathleen Barber as her book of choice. Of all ironies, it features a … Continue reading S3E9: A Podcast About a Podcast →

S3E9: A Podcast About a Podcast

Today, we discuss Cori’s historical fiction pick, To The Bright Edge of the World by Eowyn Ivey.  In part, picked to continue reading stuff already on the shelf, Cori was drawn to this beautiful hardcover edition she found on sale while visiting the Tattered Cover Bookstore in Denver, CO.  It also was an opportunity to … Continue reading S3E8: Exploring Mysterious Alaskan Frontiers →

S3E8: Exploring Mysterious Alaskan Frontiers

This week we’re exploring the world of historical fiction where we are transported to the most infamous of the German concentration camps of World War II. But before we dive into that, we’re doing our usual tea drinking and food noshing! What We’re Eating and Drinking This week, we’re drinking Harney & Sons Organic Assam … Continue reading S3E7: Does Love Conquer All? →

S3E7: Does Love Conquer All?

This week, we’re continuing to explore one of Cori’s favorite genres of foodie fiction! So, let’s talk about the tea we’re drinking and the food we’re eating to go along with another food themed read. What We’re Eating and Drinking Kyrie is finishing up a month of Whole30 (crazy gal), so she made some super … Continue reading S3E6: Midwest Food Adventures →

S3E6: Midwest Food Adventures

Welcome back book friends! We’re here, eating, drinking, and reading all the best books for you to check out (and to make your mouth water). This week, we’re exploring one of Cori’s favourite genres of foodie type things! So, let’s talk about the tea we’re drinking and the food we’re eating to get this genre … Continue reading S3E5: Family Recipe Heirlooms →

S3E5: Family Recipe Heirlooms

Technical Problems Update Hey book friends!  We have heard that the recent quality of our episodes is not up to par.  It seems a setting got changed on our microphone without us noticing. Our bad!  So listen hard, even though it sounds like Kyrie is in the other room. With our ambitious winter recording schedule, … Continue reading S3E4: A Russian Fairy Tale →

S3E4: A Russian Fairy Tale

This week on Books and Tea, we explore the genre of folklore, mythology, and fairytales. As a new type of genre for Kyrie, she was eager to find something that may spark her interest. Meanwhile, Cori has been a lover of this genre for most of her life, and this month’s genre is her pick. … Continue reading S3E3: Odin, Thor, Loki, oh my! →