Spill The Tea With D&E

Dominique Hackett & Erica Salda
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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...

  1. 17H AGO

    Microwaves & Mystery Molecules: Why Some Scientists Say Skip the Zap (150.02.037)

    Are microwaves changing the structure of our food? In this episode of Spill the Tea with D & E, Dominique and Erica explore early research suggesting microwave heating may alter protein structures in ways that the body does not easily recognize. They discuss the history of microwave ovens, the concerns raised by Soviet-era scientists, and why many traditional cooks still prefer slower, natural cooking methods. The conversation blends food science, history, and common-sense kitchen wisdom. Dominique and Erica explore research suggesting microwave cooking may alter food proteins in ways the body doesn’t easily recognize. #SpillTheTeaPodcast, #MicrowaveDebate, #FoodScience, #NaturalCooking, #KitchenWisdom, #RealFoodMovement, #HealthyKitchen, #FoodAwareness, #TraditionalCooking, #WholeFoodsLifestyle, #NutritionTruth, #CookingMethods, #NaturalLiving, #WellnessPodcast, #FoodEducation, #EatRealFood, #FoodHistory, #HealthyHabits, #KitchenConversations, #CleanEating, #SlowCooking, #FoodKnowledge, #NutritionPodcast, #CookingTruths, #HealthyLivingPodcast, #FoodAndHealth, #MindfulEating, #SimpleKitchen, #WellnessLifestyle, #HealthyFoodChoices

    11 min

  2. 1D AGO

    Cinnamon, Medicine or Mystery? How to Use It Safely Without Heavy Metals (149.02.036)

    Cinnamon is one of the world’s oldest medicines, but not all cinnamon is safe. In this Spill the Tea with D & E episode, Dominique and Erica break down the difference between Ceylon and Cassia cinnamon, the hidden heavy metal risks in cheap spices, and how to choose tested, clean cinnamon for tea, wellness, and daily use. A practical, calming guide to turning your spice rack back into medicine. Cinnamon can heal… or harm. The difference is the kind you buy. Let’s spill the tea on choosing cinnamon safely. ☕🌿 #cinnamontea, #ceyloncinnamon, #foodasmedicine, #heavymetalsinfood, #cleanspices, #spicerackmedicine, #holistichealth, #wellnesstea, #naturalhealing, #nervoussystemsupport, #bloodsugarbalance, #herbalwisdom, #toxicfreekitchen, #mindfulconsumption, #everydayhealing, #spirithealing, #womenshealthover40, #bodywisdom, #slowwellness, #functionalfoods, #ancientmedicine, #herbaltea, #spicetruth, #healthpodcast, #spillthetea, #cleanliving, #rootcausehealth, #metabolichealth, #wellnesstips

    10 min

  3. 2D AGO

    Are You an Empath? 7 Signs Your Heart Has Wi-Fi ☕✨(148.02.035)

    Some people feel the world more deeply than others. In this episode of Spill the Tea with D & E, Dominique and Erica explore the seven classic signs of being an empath. From needing quiet time and loving nature to sensing emotional energy in a room, they unpack the science, psychology, and spiritual perspective behind empathy. With humor, tea, and heartfelt conversation, this episode celebrates the sensitive souls who help keep the world compassionate. A warm and insightful conversation about the seven signs of being an empath and why sensitivity is one of humanity’s greatest strengths #Empath, #EmpathSigns, #EmotionalIntelligence, #SensitivePeople, #HighlySensitivePerson, #EnergyAwareness, #SpiritualGrowth, #Mindfulness, #SelfAwareness, #NatureHealing, #ForestBathing, #EmotionalHealth, #InnerWisdom, #EmpathLife, #HealingJourney, #SelfCare, #EnergyMatters, #SpillTheTeaPodcast, #DominiqueAndErica, #PodcastLife, #TeaTalk, #PersonalGrowth, #HeartCenteredLiving, #Compassion, #EmpathyMatters, #SpiritualPodcast, #SelfDiscovery, #LifeLessons, #EmotionalWellbeing, #PodcastConversation

    12 min

  4. 3D AGO

    The Most Powerful Health Protocol I’ve Ever Followed (And It Wasn’t a Biohack) (147.02.034)

    🍲 What if the most powerful healing protocol isn’t a protocol at all? In this cozy, grounding episode of Spill the Tea with D & E, we talk about the simplest routine that restored more health than any biohack ever did: soup for dinner, herbal tea after, and an early bedtime. No optimization. No tracking. Just warmth, rhythm, and rest. Because healing doesn’t require a plan. It requires remembering who you were before the burnout.   ☕ Pour a cup, turn the lights down, and listen with your nervous system.   #Podcast, #WomenPodcasters, #Wellness, #SelfHealing, #Mindfulness #SpillTheTeaPodcast, #TeaTalks, #SantaBarbara, #NervousSystemHealing, #BurnoutRecovery #RestIsMedicine, #FoodAsMedicine, #EveningRituals, #SlowLiving, #HealingWithoutHustle

    16 min

  5. 4D AGO

    The Blood Worm Moon at 3:37 AM… and Why We’re Going Back to Bed (146.02.033)

    At 3:37 AM in Santa Barbara, Dominique and Erica wrapped themselves in blankets, poured hot tea, and stepped outside to witness the rare Blood “Worm” Moon lunar eclipse in Virgo — a deep red total eclipse we won’t see here again for three years. In this early-morning, slightly sleep-deprived but spiritually electric episode, they unpack the history of the March Worm Moon, why lunar eclipses turn red, ancient eclipse myths from around the world, and what it means when a Virgo full moon asks us to refine our health, habits, systems, and boundaries. They talk Jupiter shining nearby, Mars glowing red in solidarity, the precision of 3:37 AM cosmic timing, and how eclipses act like energetic accelerators in our lives. Plus: simple full moon blessing rituals you can do at home, grounded Virgo practices for nervous system support, and heartfelt tea toasts celebrating the fact that the next time this exact celestial alignment returns to Santa Barbara… the world — and we — will be completely different. This episode is about wonder, refinement, release, and the quiet magic of standing under a red moon before dawn. Then going back to sleep. 🌕✨🍵

    14 min

  6. 5D AGO

    Robots in the Rows: How AI Is Farming with Nature, Not Against It (145.02.32)

    AI is transforming agriculture in ways that reduce water waste, minimize pesticide use, and support healthier soil systems. From precision irrigation and drone disease detection to solar-powered tractors and laser weeders, Dominique and Erica explore how technology is helping farmers work with nature instead of against it. This episode breaks down how self-driving equipment, predictive pest models, and smart fertilization are creating a more sustainable future for food production.

    12 min

  7. 6D AGO

    The Myth of the Mean Hen (144.02.031)

    For over 100 years, we’ve been told chickens are ruled by a harsh pecking order. But what if that story came from stressed birds in cramped conditions? In this episode, Dominique and Erica explore the surprising science behind chicken communities, the history of the term “pecking order,” and how healthy flocks actually function through cooperation, stability, and even auntie-style caregiving. From backyard chicks to teen sports teams, we uncover what really creates conflict and what builds thriving, connected communities.   #SpillTheTea, #TheMythOfTheMeanHen, #ChickenWisdom, #BackyardChickens, #PeckingOrder, #HealthyCommunity, #TeenSportsRadioEnergy, #TeamCulture, #FamilySystems, #Alloparenting, #RedJunglefowl, #CooperativeLiving, #ScarcityMindset, #AbundanceMindset, #LeadershipLessons, #FarmLife, #GardenMama, #SportsCoachWisdom, #HealthyBoundaries, #EmotionalSafety, #RelationalIntelligence, #NervousSystemHealing, #WomenWhoGarden, #CommunityMatters, #HumanBehavior, #NatureTeaches, #ModernEthology, #PositiveParenting, #PeacefulFlock, #HappyRelating

    18 min

  8. JAN 30

    When Ads Rewrite History: Why You Can’t Trust Images Anymore (143.02.030)

    In this 20-minute episode of Spill the Tea with D & E, Dominique and Erica unpack a quiet but dangerous shift happening in modern advertising: images that rewrite history instead of reflecting it. Using a recent sports commercial as a case study, they explore how visual storytelling now blurs the line between hype and false memory—showing moments that never actually happened and trusting viewers won’t question them. This isn’t about being anti-advertising. It’s about media literacy, nervous-system awareness, and why our brains register images as truth faster than words. From sports to politics, health, and finance, this episode explains why visual misinformation is accelerating, how it reshapes collective memory, and what we can do to stay grounded, clear-eyed, and awake. Calm conversation. No yelling. Just morning-tea clarity for a noisy world. ☕ Images move faster than facts. And once pictures replace truth, memory gets rewritten. This episode is your reminder to keep your eyes clear—and your thinking yours. ☕🫖 🔍 #SpillTheTeaPodcast, #MediaLiteracy, #TruthInAdvertising, #VisualMisinformation, #CriticalThinking, #ModernMedia, #FalseNarratives, #AdvertisingEthics, #MediaAwareness, #DigitalLiteracy, #QuestionTheImage, #ThinkForYourself, #NervousSystemAwareness, #CulturalTruth, #RealityCheck, #SportsCulture, #MarketingPsychology, #PropagandaAwareness, #SlowMedia, #MindfulConsumption, #TruthMatters, #IndependentThinking, #MediaPsychology, #PublicNarratives, #StayAwake, #ClearEyes, #MorningTeaThoughts, #PodcastEpisode, #WomenPodcasters, #SocietyAndCulture

    14 min
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146 Ratings

About

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...

Information

  • Creator
    Dominique Hackett & Erica Salda
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Santa Barbara Wellness Center, Inc.
  • Show Website
    Spill The Tea With D&E