Spill The Tea With D&E
Original Music copyright Santa Barbafa Wellness Center, Inc. June 2026. About Spill The Tea with D&E ~ where the truth has layers,the sass is strong, and everyone’s version of reality gets a seat at the table (but maybe not a refill).This is a space for authentic, heartfelt conversations that matter. Each episode dives into real talk—uplifting stories, deep truths, and unfiltered dialogue designed to educate, inspire healing, and help us all live fuller, better lives. No fluff. No pretense. Just honest connection that fuels growth and reminds us we’re not alone.Welcome to the podcast where real talk reigns and small talk takes a nap. We’re diving deep—heartfelt, authentic, occasionally messy conversations that lift you up, teach you something, and maybe even make you snort-laugh along the way. Think of it as group therapy, without the co-pay. We’re here to heal, grow, and keep it ridiculously real—one honest convo at a time.About UsAbout Erica “The Queen of Teen”Born in Rocky Point, Long Island, New York, Erica made the bold move to California during her s...
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Tuesday Jun 16, 2026
Tuesday Jun 16, 2026
Today on Spill the Tea with D&E, Earth Mamma Dominique and Coach Mamma Erica tackle one of the biggest questions facing schools, parents, and students: Who gets to decide how much AI our kids use? We explore how grade schools, high schools, and colleges are adapting to artificial intelligence, the surprising ways teachers are making sure students actually learn the material, and why critical thinking may become the most valuable skill of the future. Along the way, we introduce the new word Technobalance (tek-no-BAL-ance): the ability to use technology in a way that helps human learning without allowing technology to replace human thinking. It’s a lively, funny, and thought-provoking conversation about education, technology, and the future of childhood.
🤖📚 AI can write an essay, but can it build wisdom? Today we’re spilling the tea on Technobalance, education, and who should decide how much AI belongs in our children’s classrooms.
#ArtificialIntelligence, #AIInEducation, #EducationTechnology, #DigitalLearning, #FutureOfEducation, #SchoolTechnology, #ParentingInTheDigitalAge, #StudentSuccess, #CriticalThinking, #LearningSkills, #ClassroomInnovation, #TeacherLife, #CollegeSuccess, #DigitalLiteracy, #AIHomework, #StudentLearning, #EducationReform, #FutureSkills, #Technobalance, #EducationalLeadership, #YouthDevelopment, #FamilyDiscussion, #ArtificialIntelligenceForKids, #EducationalTechnology, #FutureOfLearning, #RealTalkPodcast, #RealTalkSeries, #RealTalkWellness, #RealTalkEducation, #RealTalkSessions, #RawTruthConversations, #SpiritualTruthConversations, #PodcastLife, #PodcastCommunity, #WellnessPodcast, #EducationalPodcast, #AuthenticConversations, #MeaningfulTalks, #MindfulLiving, #PersonalGrowth, #SpiritualGrowth, #TruthMatters, #RealConversations, #InspiringVoices, #DailyPodcast, #PodcastHost, #PodcastShow, #ConsciousLiving, #LifeLessons, #CommunityWellness, #SelfImprovement, #PositiveMindset, #WisdomSharing, #GrowthMindset, #SpillTheTeaWithDE
🌿🍵 The Last Sip 🍵🌿 Before we put the kettle away and head back into the adventure of everyday life, we’d like to leave you with one final thought: Wellness isn’t something you buy. It’s something you build. One conversation, one healthy choice, one act of kindness, one deep breath, and sometimes one cup of tea at a time. If today’s conversation inspired you, encouraged you, or simply made you smile, we invite you to support the work of Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc., a nonprofit organization started in 2015, dedicated to helping people cultivate healthier bodies, calmer minds, stronger communities, and more meaningful lives. Your tax-deductible donations help support wellness education, community programs, mindfulness initiatives, and projects that encourage people to thrive rather than merely survive. To learn more or make a contribution, visit: SBWellness.org Because a healthier community begins with people who care enough to plant seeds today for a better tomorrow. Until next time, keep your cup full, your heart open, and remember… The world may be complicated, but sharing tea and sharing wisdom are still wonderfully simple. 🌱 This is Dominique and Erica saying

Monday Jun 15, 2026
Monday Jun 15, 2026
Why are girls sports growing faster than ever before? Dominique and Erica spill the tea on the explosion of girls athletics, from flag football and scholarships to confidence building and leadership development. Discover why participation in youth sports is transforming opportunities for young women and what parents, coaches, and communities can do to support the next generation of female athletes.
Girls sports aren’t just growing… they’re changing lives. From flag football to scholarships to confidence that lasts a lifetime, we’re spilling the tea on the incredible rise of female athletes. ⚽🏈🏆☕
📚 Word of the Day; Athleticaissance 9ath-let-ih-SAY-sance) Definition: The powerful rebirth and rapid growth of youth athletics, especially among girls and young women.
🌿🍵 The Last Sip 🍵🌿 Before we put the kettle away and head back into the adventure of everyday life, we’d like to leave you with one final thought: Wellness isn’t something you buy. It’s something you build. One conversation, one healthy choice, one act of kindness, one deep breath, and sometimes one cup of tea at a time. If today’s conversation inspired you, encouraged you, or simply made you smile, we invite you to support the work of Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc., a nonprofit organization started in 2015, dedicated to helping people cultivate healthier bodies, calmer minds, stronger communities, and more meaningful lives. Your tax-deductible donations help support wellness education, community programs, mindfulness initiatives, and projects that encourage people to thrive rather than merely survive. To learn more or make a contribution, visit: SBWellness.org Because a healthier community begins with people who care enough to plant seeds today for a better tomorrow. Until next time, keep your cup full, your heart open, and remember… The world may be complicated, but sharing tea and sharing wisdom are still wonderfully simple. 🌱 This is Dominique and Erica saying

Sunday Jun 14, 2026
Sunday Jun 14, 2026
In this episode of Spill the Tea with D & E, Earth Mama Dominique and Coach Mama Erica dive into one of the biggest questions facing families today: Are we raising an AI generation that may struggle to find its first job? They explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping entry-level work, why skills are becoming just as important as degrees, which careers are growing, and what parents and teens can do to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Along the way, they introduce the new word Adaptivitas (ad-ap-ti-VEE-tas), meaning the ability to continually adjust and thrive amid change, and explain why it may be the superpower of the future.
🍵 AI may be changing jobs, but it can’t replace curiosity, character, creativity, and connection. The future belongs to those with Adaptivitas. Tune in as D & E spill the tea on preparing the next generation for a world that’s changing faster than ever! 🎙️🤖🌱
#AIJobs, #FutureOfWork, #ArtificialIntelligence, #AIGeneration, #CareerAdvice, #CareerReadiness, #FutureCareers, #WorkforceDevelopment, #JobMarket, #SkillsOverDegrees, #DigitalSkills, #TechnologyTrends, #FutureReady, #StudentSuccess, #TeenSuccess, #ParentingTeens, #YoungProfessionals, #LeadershipSkills, #CommunicationSkills, #ProblemSolving, #Innovation, #Adaptivitas, #LearningMindset, #CareerPlanning, #Education2026, #PersonalDevelopment, #WorkplaceSkills, #NextGeneration, #FutureWorkforce, #LifeSkills, #RealTalkPodcast, #RealTalkSeries, #RealTalkWellness, #RealTalkEducation, #RealTalkSessions, #RawTruthConversations, #SpiritualTruthConversations, #PodcastLife, #PodcastCommunity, #WellnessPodcast, #EducationalPodcast, #AuthenticConversations, #MeaningfulTalks, #MindfulLiving, #PersonalGrowth, #SpiritualGrowth, #TruthMatters, #RealConversations, #InspiringVoices, #DailyPodcast, #PodcastHost, #PodcastShow, #ConsciousLiving, #LifeLessons, #CommunityWellness, #SelfImprovement, #PositiveMindset, #WisdomSharing, #GrowthMindset, #SpillTheTeaWithDE, #TeaTalk, #Podcasting, #EducationPodcast, #MotivationDaily, #SuccessMindset, #HumanSkills, #CriticalThinking, #FutureLeaders, #AIandEducation, #YouthDevelopment, #ParentsAndTeens, #WorkSmart, #DigitalFuture, #LifelongLearning
🌿🍵 The Last Sip 🍵🌿 Before we put the kettle away and head back into the adventure of everyday life, we’d like to leave you with one final thought: Wellness isn’t something you buy. It’s something you build. One conversation, one healthy choice, one act of kindness, one deep breath, and sometimes one cup of tea at a time. If today’s conversation inspired you, encouraged you, or simply made you smile, we invite you to support the work of Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc., a nonprofit organization started in 2015, dedicated to helping people cultivate healthier bodies, calmer minds, stronger communities, and more meaningful lives. Your tax-deductible donations help support wellness education, community programs, mindfulness initiatives, and projects that encourage people to thrive rather than merely survive. To learn more or make a contribution, visit: SBWellness.org Because a healthier community begins with people who care enough to plant seeds today for a better tomorrow. Until next time, keep your cup full, your heart open, and remember… The world may be complicated, but sharing tea and sharing wisdom are still wonderfully simple. 🌱 This is Dominique and Erica saying

Saturday Jun 13, 2026
Saturday Jun 13, 2026
Is wildfire season becoming wildfire year? In this episode of Spill the Tea with D & E, Earth Mamma Dominique and Coach Mamma Erica explore why California’s fire season seems to be expanding, how wildfire preparedness has changed, the fascinating history of indigenous controlled burns, and what practical steps every family can take to stay safer. Along the way, they introduce the new word Pyrocontinuum (pie-ro-con-TIN-you-um), meaning a period when wildfire risk continues almost year-round instead of being limited to a traditional season. Grab a cup of pine needle tea and join this timely conversation about resilience, preparation, and community.
🔥🌲 Fire season isn’t a season anymore. Join Dominique and Erica as they spill the tea on wildfire preparedness, prevention, community resilience, and the rise of the Pyrocontinuum! 🍵
#SantaBarbara, #WildfirePreparedness, #CaliforniaWildfires, #FireSeason, #Pyrocontinuum, #SpillTheTeaWithDE, #WildfireSafety, #EmergencyPreparedness, #CaliforniaLiving, #DefensibleSpace, #ClimateResilience, #FirePrevention, #CommunityPreparedness, #WildfireAwareness, #SantaBarbaraCounty, #NaturalDisasters, #DisasterPreparedness, #HomeSafety, #EmergencyPlanning, #CaliforniaNews, #ClimateAdaptation, #ForestManagement, #IndigenousWisdom, #ControlledBurns, #FireResistantLandscaping, #NeighborhoodSafety, #Resilience, #CommunityWellness, #RealTalkPodcast, #RealTalkSeries, #RealTalkWellness, #RealTalkEducation, #RealTalkSessions, #RawTruthConversations, #SpiritualTruthConversations, #PodcastLife, #PodcastCommunity, #WellnessPodcast, #EducationalPodcast, #AuthenticConversations, #MeaningfulTalks, #MindfulLiving, #PersonalGrowth, #SpiritualGrowth, #TruthMatters, #RealConversations, #InspiringVoices, #DailyPodcast, #PodcastHost, #PodcastShow, #ConsciousLiving, #LifeLessons, #SelfImprovement, #PositiveMindset, #WisdomSharing, #GrowthMindset, #EarthMammaDominique, #CoachMammaErica
🌿🍵 The Last Sip 🍵🌿 Before we put the kettle away and head back into the adventure of everyday life, we’d like to leave you with one final thought: Wellness isn’t something you buy. It’s something you build. One conversation, one healthy choice, one act of kindness, one deep breath, and sometimes one cup of tea at a time. If today’s conversation inspired you, encouraged you, or simply made you smile, we invite you to support the work of Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc., a nonprofit organization started in 2015, dedicated to helping people cultivate healthier bodies, calmer minds, stronger communities, and more meaningful lives. Your tax-deductible donations help support wellness education, community programs, mindfulness initiatives, and projects that encourage people to thrive rather than merely survive. To learn more or make a contribution, visit: SBWellness.org Because a healthier community begins with people who care enough to plant seeds today for a better tomorrow. Until next time, keep your cup full, your heart open, and remember… The world may be complicated, but sharing tea and sharing wisdom are still wonderfully simple. 🌱 This is Dominique and Erica saying

Tuesday Jun 09, 2026
Tuesday Jun 09, 2026
What really happens to your body when you eat eggs regularly?
In this episode of Spill the Tea with D & E, Dominique and Erica crack open one of nature’s most nutrient-dense foods: the humble egg. From building muscle and supporting brain health to stabilizing blood sugar and protecting eyesight, eggs have been making a nutritional comeback after decades of controversy.
The ladies explore the science behind egg protein, why pasture-raised eggs are different, how many eggs most healthy people can safely eat, and the healthiest ways to cook them. Plus, they discuss why eggs may be one of the most affordable superfoods available today.
Pull up a chair, pour yourself a cup of tea, and let’s talk about the little oval powerhouse sitting in your refrigerator.
#RealTalkPodcast, #RealTalkSeries, #RealTalkWellness, #RealTalkEducation, #RealTalkSessions, #RawTruthConversations, #SpiritualTruthConversations, #AuthenticConversations, #MeaningfulDialogue, #ConsciousLiving, #TruthSeekers, #WellnessPodcast, #MindfulLiving, #HealthAndWellness, #FoodTruth, #BackyardChickens, #FreshEggs, #HomesteadLife, #FoodFreedom, #KnowYourFarmer, #OrganicLiving, #HealthyChoices, #CommunityConversations, #TeaTimeTalks, #SpillTheTeaWithDE, #PodcastLife, #PersonalGrowth, #SelfReliance, #EarthMama, #CoachMama, #FoodResilience, #GrowYourOwnFood, #HomesteadWisdom, #FarmToTable, #PreparedNotScared, #ModernHomesteading, #SustainableLiving, #KitchenWisdom, #BackToBasics, #RealFoodMovement
🌿🍵 The Last Sip 🍵🌿 Before we put the kettle away and head back into the adventure of everyday life, we’d like to leave you with one final thought: Wellness isn’t something you buy. It’s something you build. One conversation, one healthy choice, one act of kindness, one deep breath, and sometimes one cup of tea at a time. If today’s conversation inspired you, encouraged you, or simply made you smile, we invite you to support the work of Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc., a nonprofit organization started in 2015, dedicated to helping people cultivate healthier bodies, calmer minds, stronger communities, and more meaningful lives. Your tax-deductible donations help support wellness education, community programs, mindfulness initiatives, and projects that encourage people to thrive rather than merely survive. To learn more or make a contribution, visit: SBWellness.org Because a healthier community begins with people who care enough to plant seeds today for a better tomorrow. Until next time, keep your cup full, your heart open, and remember… The world may be complicated, but sharing tea and sharing wisdom are still wonderfully simple. 🌱 This is Dominique and Erica saying

Monday Jun 08, 2026
Monday Jun 08, 2026
In this episode of Spill the Tea with D & E, Dominique and Erica explore the growing 2026 trend toward analog living. From flip phones and gardening to handwritten journals and real-world conversations, people are rediscovering activities that reduce distraction and increase well-being. The hosts discuss how technology has transformed daily life, why many are seeking greater balance, and how simple analog habits can improve focus, happiness, and connection.
New Word: Retrovita (reh-troh-VEE-tah) A lifestyle that intentionally combines modern convenience with traditional analog practices to improve focus, well-being, and human connection.
What if the future isn’t more screens… but better balance? 🌱📚☎️ Join Dominique and Erica as they explore why flip phones, gardens, books, and real-life conversations are making a comeback in the age of digital overload.
#SpillTheTeaWithDE, #AnalogLife, #DigitalDetox, #Retrovita, #GardenMama, #CoachMama, #MindfulLiving, #SimpleLiving, #SlowLiving, #FlipPhone, #GardeningLife, #HomeGarden, #ScreenFree, #MentalWellness, #HealthyHabits, #FocusBetter, #WellnessPodcast, #PodcastLife, #RealLifeConnections, #AttentionEconomy, #NatureHeals, #OrganicLiving, #DigitalBalance, #LifeSkills, #StressRelief, #TeaTalk, #PersonalGrowth, #IntentionalLiving, #ModernWellness, #RetrovitaMovement
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🌿🍵 The Last Sip 🍵🌿 Before we put the kettle away and head back into the adventure of everyday life, we’d like to leave you with one final thought: Wellness isn’t something you buy. It’s something you build. One conversation, one healthy choice, one act of kindness, one deep breath, and sometimes one cup of tea at a time. If today’s conversation inspired you, encouraged you, or simply made you smile, we invite you to support the work of Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc., a nonprofit organization started in 2015, dedicated to helping people cultivate healthier bodies, calmer minds, stronger communities, and more meaningful lives. Your tax-deductible donations help support wellness education, community programs, mindfulness initiatives, and projects that encourage people to thrive rather than merely survive. To learn more or make a contribution, visit: SBWellness.org Because a healthier community begins with people who care enough to plant seeds today for a better tomorrow. Until next time, keep your cup full, your heart open, and remember… The world may be complicated, but sharing tea and sharing wisdom are still wonderfully simple. 🌱 This is Dominique and Erica saying

Saturday Jun 06, 2026
Saturday Jun 06, 2026
In this episode of Spill the Tea with D & E, Dominique and Erica explore Santa Barbara County’s hidden homelessness crisis and the growing number of families and children experiencing housing instability. They discuss why many homeless families remain invisible, how housing affordability affects working families, the emotional impact on children, and what communities can do to help. Through compassion, practical solutions, and community engagement, they examine how everyday citizens can become part of the answer.
Behind many school backpacks and work uniforms are stories we never see. Today we’re talking about the hidden homelessness crisis affecting families and children in Santa Barbara County and what we can do to help. 🚗🏠💙 #SpillTheTea
#SpillTheTeaWithDE, #SantaBarbara, #Goleta, #Homelessness, #FamilyHomelessness, #ChildPoverty, #HousingCrisis, #AffordableHousing, #CommunityMatters, #HousingJustice, #WorkingFamilies, #EndHomelessness, #SantaBarbaraCounty, #HiddenHomelessness, #FamiliesFirst, #SupportLocalFamilies, #YouthAdvocacy, #CommunitySolutions, #HousingAffordability, #SocialImpact, #LocalIssues, #HousingForAll, #FamilySupport, #PublicPolicy, #CommunityCare, #HopeInAction, #CivicEngagement, #CaliforniaHousing, #CompassionInAction, #PodcastLife
🌿🍵 The Last Sip 🍵🌿 Before we put the kettle away and head back into the adventure of everyday life, we’d like to leave you with one final thought: Wellness isn’t something you buy. It’s something you build. One conversation, one healthy choice, one act of kindness, one deep breath, and sometimes one cup of tea at a time. If today’s conversation inspired you, encouraged you, or simply made you smile, we invite you to support the work of Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc., a nonprofit organization started in 2015, dedicated to helping people cultivate healthier bodies, calmer minds, stronger communities, and more meaningful lives. Your tax-deductible donations help support wellness education, community programs, mindfulness initiatives, and projects that encourage people to thrive rather than merely survive. To learn more or make a contribution, visit: SBWellness.org Because a healthier community begins with people who care enough to plant seeds today for a better tomorrow. Until next time, keep your cup full, your heart open, and remember… The world may be complicated, but sharing tea and sharing wisdom are still wonderfully simple. 🌱 This is Dominique and Erica saying

Thursday Jun 04, 2026
Thursday Jun 04, 2026
Is being skinny still the ultimate wellness goal? In this eye-opening episode of Spill the Tea with D & E, Earth Mama Dominique and Coach Mama Erica explore why wellness trends in 2026 are shifting away from weight loss and toward nervous system regulation. Learn how cortisol, burnout, sleep deprivation, overstimulation, and chronic stress affect your health, and discover why calm is becoming the new fitness. Along the way, they introduce a new word: Neuroequilibrium (noor-oh-ee-kwuh-LIB-ree-um), meaning a balanced state of the nervous system where the body feels safe, focused, calm, and resilient. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck in survival mode, this episode is packed with practical tools to help you restore balance.
What if the healthiest person in the room isn’t the skinniest…but the calmest? 🍵🌿 #Neuroequilibrium
#SpillTheTeaWithDE, #WellnessTrends2026, #NervousSystemRegulation, #Cortisol, #BurnoutRecovery, #SleepHealth, #StressRelief, #MentalWellness, #HealthyLiving, #WellnessPodcast, #CalmIsTheNewFitness, #SelfCare, #MindBodyHealth, #HolisticHealth, #TeaTalk, #HealthPodcast, #NervousSystem, #StressManagement, #SleepBetter, #Overstimulation, #DigitalDetox, #Adaptogens, #TulsiTea, #WellnessJourney, #HealthTrends, #Mindfulness, #Neuroequilibrium, #SantaBarbaraWellness, #CoachMamaErica, #EarthMamaDominique
🌻 End Note
This episode of Spill the Tea with D & E is brought to you by Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc., where we believe true wellness isn’t about perfection, it’s about connection…to yourself, your community, and the life you’re creating. If you enjoyed today’s conversation and would like to support wellness education, community outreach, TeenSportsRadio, and future episodes of Spill the Tea, donations can be made at http://sbwellness.org. Every contribution helps plant another seed of hope, health, and possibility. 🌱🍵
🌿🍵 The Last Sip 🍵🌿 Before we put the kettle away and head back into the adventure of everyday life, we’d like to leave you with one final thought: Wellness isn’t something you buy. It’s something you build. One conversation, one healthy choice, one act of kindness, one deep breath, and sometimes one cup of tea at a time. If today’s conversation inspired you, encouraged you, or simply made you smile, we invite you to support the work of Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc., a nonprofit organization started in 2015, dedicated to helping people cultivate healthier bodies, calmer minds, stronger communities, and more meaningful lives. Your tax-deductible donations help support wellness education, community programs, mindfulness initiatives, and projects that encourage people to thrive rather than merely survive. To learn more or make a contribution, visit: SBWellness.org Because a healthier community begins with people who care enough to plant seeds today for a better tomorrow. Until next time, keep your cup full, your heart open, and remember… The world may be complicated, but sharing tea and sharing wisdom are still wonderfully simple. 🌱 This is Dominique and Erica saying

Tuesday Jun 02, 2026
Tuesday Jun 02, 2026
In this episode of Spill the Tea with D & E, Garden Mama Dominique and Coach Mom Erica dive into California’s changing political landscape and the major issues driving voters in 2026. From housing affordability and public safety to jobs, homelessness, and the rising cost of living, they explore why many voters are looking beyond traditional party lines. Along the way they introduce a brand-new word, Votescape (VOHT-uh-skape): the landscape of issues and concerns that influence voting decisions. Grab a cup of tea and join this funny, thoughtful, and nonpartisan conversation about civic engagement and community change.
California voters are talking less about party labels and more about results. ☕🗳️ Join Dominique and Erica as they spill the tea on the issues shaping the 2026 election and why the new political Votescape is changing everything.
#SpillTheTeaWithDE, #CaliforniaElection, #Election2026, #CaliforniaPolitics, #VoteCalifornia, #VotingMatters, #CivicEngagement, #CommunityVoices, #HousingCrisis, #CostOfLiving, #PublicSafety, #Homelessness, #EconomicIssues, #LocalGovernment, #Democracy, #ElectionTalk, #VoterEducation, #BallotBox, #CaliforniaNews, #PoliticalPodcast, #PodcastLife, #CurrentEvents, #CommunityChange, #ElectionSeason, #VoteSmart, #CivicDuty, #PublicPolicy, #Votescape, #CaliforniaVoters, #TeaTimeTal
🌿🍵 The Last Sip 🍵🌿 Before we put the kettle away and head back into the adventure of everyday life, we’d like to leave you with one final thought: Wellness isn’t something you buy. It’s something you build. One conversation, one healthy choice, one act of kindness, one deep breath, and sometimes one cup of tea at a time. If today’s conversation inspired you, encouraged you, or simply made you smile, we invite you to support the work of Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc., a nonprofit organization started in 2015, dedicated to helping people cultivate healthier bodies, calmer minds, stronger communities, and more meaningful lives. Your tax-deductible donations help support wellness education, community programs, mindfulness initiatives, and projects that encourage people to thrive rather than merely survive. To learn more or make a contribution, visit: SBWellness.org Because a healthier community begins with people who care enough to plant seeds today for a better tomorrow. Until next time, keep your cup full, your heart open, and remember… The world may be complicated, but sharing tea and sharing wisdom are still wonderfully simple. 🌱 This is Dominique and Erica saying

Monday Jun 01, 2026
Monday Jun 01, 2026
In this episode of Spill the Tea with D & E, Dominique and Erica explore California’s 2026 governor race from a nonpartisan perspective. Rather than focusing on individual candidates, they discuss the diverse backgrounds of people who seek public office, the major issues facing Californians, the history of voting rights, and the importance of informed civic participation. Along the way they introduce the new word Civicscape (SIV-ik-skayp), meaning the landscape of civic life made up of voters, public issues, elections, and citizen participation. The conversation encourages listeners to become informed voters, engage respectfully with differing viewpoints, and remember that democracy works best when citizens participate.
Your vote is only one piece of the puzzle, but every puzzle is missing something without it. 🗳️🌴☕ #Civicscape
#SpillTheTeaDE, #California, #CaliforniaGovernorRace, #VoteCalifornia, #VotingRights, #CivicEngagement, #Democracy, #Civicscape, #Election2026, #CommunityVoice, #CitizenParticipation, #LocalGovernment, #PublicPolicy, #InformedVoter, #YoungVoters, #FutureOfCalifornia, #HousingIssues, #CostOfLiving, #EducationMatters, #HealthcareAccess, #PublicSafety, #WildfirePreparedness, #WaterPolicy, #Transportation, #CommunityLeadership, #Nonpartisan, #ThinkForYourself, #CivicLife, #DemocracyWorks, #SpillTheTeaPodcas
🌿🍵 The Last Sip 🍵🌿 Before we put the kettle away and head back into the adventure of everyday life, we’d like to leave you with one final thought: Wellness isn’t something you buy. It’s something you build. One conversation, one healthy choice, one act of kindness, one deep breath, and sometimes one cup of tea at a time. If today’s conversation inspired you, encouraged you, or simply made you smile, we invite you to support the work of Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc., a nonprofit organization started in 2015, dedicated to helping people cultivate healthier bodies, calmer minds, stronger communities, and more meaningful lives. Your tax-deductible donations help support wellness education, community programs, mindfulness initiatives, and projects that encourage people to thrive rather than merely survive. To learn more or make a contribution, visit: SBWellness.org Because a healthier community begins with people who care enough to plant seeds today for a better tomorrow. Until next time, keep your cup full, your heart open, and remember… The world may be complicated, but sharing tea and sharing wisdom are still wonderfully simple. 🌱 This is Dominique and Erica saying

