Teatime With Jesse

Jesse Appell
Teatime With Jesse

Jesse Appell is a Fulbright scholar, bilingual comedian and tea guy who has found that the best conversations happen over tea with interesting people. By sharing tea from his own tea shop with guests of diverse cultural and experiential backgrounds, Teatime With Jesse lets you be a fly on the wall of Jesse's Teahouse when interesting friends come by to visit!

  1. 30 OCT.

    Chinese Culture with Yi Jin Chun: Exploring Heritage, Acting, and Authentic Chinese Cuisine!

    Hello Tea Friends! Today we're "spilling the tea" with Yi Jin Chun! 🍵🎬 Jesse chats with the Canadian-Chinese actor about his Hollywood journey, balancing cultural identity, and his love for authentic Chinese food. From acting in historical films to comparing Eastern and Western tea, this convo’s a cultural feast. Try Sister Ai's Everyday Red Tea! https://jessesteahouse.com/products/sister-ais-everyday-at-red-tea-2022 00:00 Welcome to Tea Time with Jesse 00:14 Introducing Yi-jun Chun 00:31 First Podcast Experience 00:47 Shoutouts and Personal Messages 01:24 Exploring Chinese Tea Culture 02:55 First Impressions of LA 03:26 Earthquake Experience 04:26 Tea Tasting and Brewing Techniques 08:06 Chinese Community in Toronto 13:11 Chinese School and Cultural Identity 18:45 Balancing Dual Identities 22:56 Struggles with Learning Hebrew 23:31 Parental Influence on Language Learning 26:04 Acting and Language Skills 26:56 Chinese Immigrant Community in LA 27:31 Diverse High School Experiences 29:37 Qing Dynasty Students in America 37:24 Exploring Chinese Food Abroad 47:02 Authenticity in Chinese Cuisine 52:27 The Dilution of Authenticity 52:44 Making Tea Accessible 53:44 The Role of a Chinese Director 54:27 Breaking into Acting 55:37 The Business Side of Acting 57:53 Cultural Representation in Acting 59:43 Navigating the Acting Journey 01:10:08 The Impact of Social Media on Acting 01:14:54 The Drake-Kendrick Beef 01:18:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    1 h 20 min
  2. 16 OCT.

    Copenhagen Special Edition Tea Time With Jesse! Exploring Tea Culture & Techniques with The Beverage Forum!

    In this compelling episode from Copenhagen, come along with me on my journey at the Beverage Forum hosted by the University of Copenhagen. We explore the intricacies of tea processing, savor the nuances of different teas, and examine the impacts of climate change on tea farming. Dive into ancient tea traditions to uncover the importance of water quality and master the art of proper tea steeping. Blending cultural insights with practical tips, I also guide you through the art of tea hosting and navigating the global tea market. Get ready for captivating cultural exchanges and personal stories, and get a comprehensive glimpse into the rich, multifaceted world of tea! Join Jesse’s Tea Club today: https://jessesteahouse.com/products/tea-club-subs?variant=43241340567777 Check out our newest must-have tea products: https://jessesteahouse.com/ 00:00 Welcome to the Show in Copenhagen 01:23 Meet the Beverage Forum Members 02:32 Discussing the Tea Community and Events 04:13 Tasting the 2008 Sister Ai's White Tea 05:41 Exploring Different Types of Tea 11:30 Understanding Tea Processing Techniques 23:15 Tips for Brewing the Perfect Cup of Tea 31:08 Exploring Wuyi Mountain Tea Water 31:43 The Essence of Tea Time 32:43 Cultural Differences in Tea Preparation 33:59 Challenges of Importing Tea 34:54 The Evolution of Tea Culture in the West 36:06 Why Water Quality Matters 44:11 The Art of Steeping Tea 58:45 The Role of a Tea Guide 01:01:44 Conclusion and Farewell

    1 h 3 min
  3. 9 OCT.

    From Plan B to Emily in Paris: Inside the Hollywood Writers’ Room with Prathiksha Srinivasan

    Hello tea friends! In this episode, we sit down with Emily in Paris writer Prathiksha Srinivasan to talk all things writing, the pro’s of cognitive dissonance, and the underrated glory of white tea! 🎙️✨  We dive deep into the creative writing process behind the hit show, explore cultural nuances, and discuss how cognitive dissonance shapes storytelling. Plus, we take a lighthearted detour into the world of rare dried teas—white tea lovers, you’ll want to tune in for this one! ☕️ Try Sister Ai's White Tea: https://jessesteahouse.com/products/sister-ai-2008-white-tea-cake Get ready for playful banter, thoughtful insights, and tea envy. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring conversations! 👇 #EmilyInParis #jessesteahouse #teatimewithjesse #yourchineseteaguy #Podcast #PrathikshaSrinivasan #WritingProcess #CulturalNuances #WhiteTeaChat #Storytelling 00:40 -"White Tea Gal" 1:53 - Why white tea? 3:23 - First Steep 3:42 - Prathiksha's background 4:20 - Emily in Paris and Plan B 5:16 - Writing foreign characters 6:27 - "If you have to think about it it's not culture." 6:44 - "Son of a *%&!" First taste tea reaction 8:42 - Pressure of writing foreign characters 10:28 - Not all white guys 10:53 - Writer vs Actor 11:35 - Power of Storytelling 12:46 - Why writing? 13:56 - "Reality is dictated by narrative." 15:30 - Western Understanding of Asia 16:50 - History of Tea 17:58 - What writing is like... 19:38 - Writing Challenges 24:15 - 'Everything Everywhere All At Once' 25:18 - Why are you writing? 28:22 - "I'm hungry" 28:46 - "How do you like the tea?" First sip orgasm 30:50 - Good white tea = teeth squeaks 32:34 - Why did you feel stupid? 32:58 - "people tell me I talk weird.." 33:38 - Attractiveness vs Capability 37:00 - Writing as therapy 39:20 - Don't lose your rage 41:09 - Core wound 42:27 - Writing to like yourself 43:29 - Chinese immigrant in America 44:40 - Loving cognitive dissonance 48:57 - Writing Emily in Paris 49:38 - "Buy that day from yourself." 52:16 - Improv vs Standup 53:10 - Siblings 53:58 - Problems with cognitive dissonance 57:21 - Indian culture vs American 1:00:33 - "Culture is the new map."

    1 h 2 min
  4. 20 SEPT.

    Traditional Chinese Folk Performance, Storytelling, and Artistry with Henry Tang

    Hello tea friends! On this very special episode of Teatime with Jesse, we have Henry Tang, a traditional Pingshu performer.  This was such a treat to watch! Watch the full episode of Teatime with Jesse, we have Henry Tang, a traditional Pingshu performer: We talk about life in Beijing, traditional storytelling, how folk performers differ from modern performers, standup comedy, and my time as an apprentice. Sip on some white tea while we go down memory lane and Henry performs a traditional romance piece! Try Three Treasures “Chen Pi” Mandarin Peel White Tea: https://jessesteahouse.com/products/three-treasures-chen-pi-mandarin-peel-white-tea Don’t miss the Taiwanese Oolong Sampler: https://jessesteahouse.com/products/jesse-in-taiwan-mystery-tea-drop Join Jesse’s Tea Club: https://jessesteahouse.com/products/jesses-tea-club-subscription-service?variant=43241340567777 #whitetea #chineselanguagelearning #apprenticeship #traditionalfolkart #performingarts #pingshu #pingshuperformers #foreignerinchina #foreignerinbeijing #teatimewithjesse #jessesteahouse #yourchineseteaguy #gongfucha #kungfutea  0:29 Welcome to Jesse’s Teahouse 0:38 Meet Henry Tang, traditional Pingshu performer 01:17 Meet Henry Tang (in Chinese) 01:51 Three Treasures Tea 2:50 Jesse got into tea while in Beijing 2:54 The Maliandao Tea Market is the biggest tea market in China 3:36 Did you have a special tea that you liked growing up? 4:27 Henry is going to share a Ping Xu performance 4:40 It’s hard to find a translator 5:44 Henry performs three kingdoms 8:29 What is three kingdoms 9:40 Around 2000 years ago… 10:13 Each storyteller has their own style 12:40 My original idea for Jesse’s Teahouse came from China 13:30 What does a traditional Beijing teahouse look like 20:16 If you know the technique, you can adjust style for any kind of performance 21:10 Storytelling isn’t accurate 21:28 Ping means analyze, shu is “story” 21:55 You have to add the storytelling element 22:27 A one man show is harder than a two man show 23:30 Playing different characters as a one man act 24:05 Pingshu performers should try standup 25:11 One hour each week, doing a whole story 26:30 How the Internet has affected storytelling 26:55 Why Pingshu stays alive 27:30 You can’t do Pingshu in a restaurant 28:25 The environment of the performance is very important 29:34 Pingshu is immersive 30:20 What is the thing that makes live performance special 31:02 A person who tells jokes to others is a comedian. A person who tells jokes to themselves is crazy. 32:24 Practice makes perfect 32:39 What are these robes? 33:38 Comedians wear this in China 34:00 It’s retro 37:40 Performers used to ask for payment during the show 39:04 Traditional folk artists being perceived as “beggars” from street performing 42:54 Women overcome an extra obstacle in traditional storytelling 44:09 Teaching versus performing 45:00 Prior generation performers don’t always want to teach 45:42 Don’t steal jokes 48:20 Teaching styles in performing arts 48:50 Your teacher is watching you silently 50:26 Standup comedy culture 51:05 Getting a foundation for performance 53:00 Joe Wong started comedy in class 54:46 What are the benefits of an apprenticeship 58:45 Storytelling isn’t just performance, it’s networking, communicating, and managing relationships 59:30 Henry brought some props! 01:02:42 When you know the basics, you can do anything! 01:04:48 Jesse apprenticed with Master Ding for a few years 01:08:20 It’s always too good to have more tea friends and performers on the pod!

    1 h 10 min
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Jesse Appell is a Fulbright scholar, bilingual comedian and tea guy who has found that the best conversations happen over tea with interesting people. By sharing tea from his own tea shop with guests of diverse cultural and experiential backgrounds, Teatime With Jesse lets you be a fly on the wall of Jesse's Teahouse when interesting friends come by to visit!

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