The HighTea Podcast

The HighTea Podcast

por Stuthi Jaladanki, Meher Jadhav
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Ep 11: From 9/11 to JAZZ FOR PEACE w/ Rick DellaRatta
In this episode, we sit down with Rick DellaRatta, founder of Jazz for Peace, to explore how the events of 9/11 shaped his mission to use music as a force for unity and change. Rick shares the story behind Jazz for Peace, how tragedy transformed his perspective on the role of music, and why he believes jazz can bring people together across cultural, political, and social divides.
Ep 10: The Hidden PROBLEMS in HEALTHCARE? w/ Jennifer White
In Episode 3, we sit down with Jennifer White to hear her perspective on the healthcare system after experiencing it from both sides, as a longtime nurse and as a patient. We discuss misconceptions about healthcare, what nurses understand that others often miss, and what gives Jennifer hope for the future. Jennifer brings her experiences into The Triggering Scent, a medical thriller about an ICU nurse returning to work after surviving a botched brain surgery. Check out the book here: The Triggering Scent
Ep 9: RELEARNING How to LIVE After BRAIN SURGERY w/ Jennifer White
In Episode 2, we continue Jennifer White’s story as she shares what it took to relearn everyday skills, adjust to her “new normal,” and reinvent herself after brain surgery. We also explore the invisible challenges of recovery and how going from caring for patients to becoming one completely changed her perspective on life. Jennifer turned her experiences in healthcare into her debut medical thriller, The Triggering Scent. Check out the book here: https://www.jennywhite.ca/the-triggering-scent
Ep 8: LOSING ALL of Your MEMORIES After BRAIN SURGERY w/ Jennifer White
Today we sit down with Jennifer White, a retired nurse whose life changed completely after brain surgery left her in a coma with significant memory loss. We explore her career in healthcare, the surgery that changed everything, and what it was like waking up and beginning the process of rebuilding her life. Jennifer turned her experiences as both a nurse and patient into her debut medical thriller, The Triggering Scent. Check out the book here: https://www.jennywhite.ca/the-triggering-scent
Ep 7: the TRUTH behind $2 dollar bills
What’s the real story behind the seemingly rare $2 bill? In this episode of High Tea, documentary creator John Bennardo takes us down the $2 bill rabbit hole, revealing what they’re actually worth, why people think they’re rare, and how his fascination became a full-length documentary. Learn more from John on The Two Dollar Bill Documentary YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/thetwodollarbilldocumentary
Ep 6: Learning to ACTUALLY be Funny w/ John Bennardo
Humor writer and satirist John Bennardo joins us to explore where being funny actually comes from and whether humor is something we’re born with or something we develop. John also opens up about surviving cancer as a teenager, and how humor helped him through some of his hardest moments. Follow John: YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/@thepokerstuds Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/jbennardo222/ John’s Website — https://johnbennardo.com/
Ep 5: Beyond ADHD Myths w/ Emily Levy
In Part Two of our conversation with Dr. Emily Levy, we break down common misconceptions about ADHD, explore the role of educational advocacy, and discuss the practical strategies, life skills, and long-term support that help students with learning differences succeed both inside and outside the classroom.
Ep 4: Learning Without Limits w/ Dr. Emily Levy
In Part One of our conversation with Dr. Emily Levy, we explore why traditional education doesn't work for every student, how learning differences shape the classroom experience, and what parents and educators can do to build confidence, redefine success, and help every child reach their full potential. Check out EBL Coaching @ https://eblcoaching.com/
Ep 3: Behind the Scenes of the Tampa Bay Bucs w/ Dr. Tommy Rhee
From memories working with "Famous Jameis" to before game rituals, Dr. Tommy Rhee shares the highlights and team dynamics while working with the Tampa Bay Bucs.
Ep 2: Redefining Pain & Recovery w/ Dr. Tommy Rhee
In this episode, Dr. Tommy Rhee challenges the way we think about pain, explaining why it’s often a valuable biological signal rather than something to immediately eliminate. He explores regenerative medicine, smarter recovery strategies, and how understanding your body’s signals can lead to healthier, longer-lasting healing.
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