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In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss attending a concert and their impressions of the performers. They also talk about their preferences in physical appearance and jokingly discuss sleeping with Kelly Clarkson. The conversation then shifts to their experiences at comedy schools and their thoughts on the Groundlings and UCB. They also experiment with an AI text-to-sound effects program. The hosts briefly discuss Lauri's upcoming surgery and the possibility of having children. The conversation covers various topics, including the possibility of removing Lauri's uterus, adoption, artificial insemination, and personal grooming habits. Lauri discusses her concerns about potential health risks and the adoption process. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of their relationship and the acts of service they do for each other. The conversation covers various topics, including personal health issues, genetic testing, and the process of getting a colonoscopy. The hosts share their experiences and opinions on these subjects. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics, including a potential bachelorette party, attending a retirement party, and the book 'Atomic Habits.' The conversation ends with plans for the upcoming weeks.
Chapters
00:00 Live Concert Experiences and Performer Impressions
02:54 Comparing Comedy Schools: Groundlings vs. UCB
04:39 Experimenting with AI Text-to-Sound Effects
14:22 Lauri's Upcoming Surgery and the Decision to Have Children
23:47 The Complexities of the Adoption Process
29:35 Acts of Service: Expressions of Love and Care
38:11 Personal Health Issues
40:23 Genetic Testing
44:58 The Process of Getting a Colonoscopy
53:53 Dealing with Bodily Fluids and Messes
01:01:29 Planning a Memorable Bachelorette Party
01:04:13 Navigating Family Events and Preferences
01:11:03 The Power of Atomic Habits
01:19:48 Upcoming Plans and Events
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In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including the Vanderpump Rules restaurant, personal safety measures, and Jay's recent trip to Japan. They also touch on Lauri's past experiences with tasers and her broken pinky toes. In this part of the conversation, Jay discusses his experience in Japan and his ongoing court case. He mentions that he didn't wear tank tops in Japan because tattoos are associated with the Yakuza and are frowned upon. He also talks about his stay at a fancy hotel called Ryokan and the strict rules regarding tattoos and clothing. Jay then transitions to discussing his court case, where the defendant didn't show up and he won by default. However, there was a technicality regarding the ownership of the chairs, so he has to refile the case with his boss as the plaintiff. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various random topics, including Lauri's interactions with Star, her dad's medical procedure, and Joe's recent trip to Disneyland. They also share funny stories and jokes, showcasing their playful banter.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Nostalgia
02:26 Discussion about Vanderpump Rules Restaurant
09:10 Personal Safety Measures
12:38 Jay's Adventures in Japan
16:07 Lauri's Taser Tales and Broken Pinky Toes
38:12 The Court Case
45:45 Blaming Jay for the Chairs
48:00 Lauri's Interactions with Star and Dad's Medical Procedure
53:20 Joe's Trip to Disneyland and Inappropriate Behavior
57:05 Funny Stories and Jokes
01:03:07 Relaxed and Casual Dynamic

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In this episode of The Tea, Joe, Jay, and Laurian discuss their recent experiences, including Joe's father cutting off his finger and Jay's apartment being broken into. They share the details of these events and the aftermath, including the police investigation and the steps they took to handle the situations. Despite the challenges, they find moments of humor and resilience. The conversation covers various topics, including the aftermath of a break-in, the loss of a family member, and a feud between family members. The principal themes include the emotional impact of traumatic events, the importance of boundaries and communication in relationships, and the complexities of family dynamics. In this final part of the conversation, Lauri discusses her experiences during her trip to Chicago for her brother's funeral. She shares anecdotes about her flight, her interactions with family and friends, and the eulogy given by Lauri's father. They also touch on the topic of grief and how people react to it differently. The conversation ends with some lighthearted moments and compliments from Jeremy.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
12:10 Joe's Father's Finger Incident
39:05 Police Investigation and Resilience
40:52 The Aftermath of a Break-In
48:14 Dealing with Loss and Grief
01:09:26 A Feud Between Family Members
01:19:38 The Funeral and Family Dynamics
01:22:34 Trip to Chicago and Flight Anecdotes
01:24:21 Interactions with Family and Friends
01:26:07 Eulogy and Unusual Requests
01:33:11 Coping with Humor and Lighthearted Moments
01:49:45 Support and Compliments from Jeremy

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Jay shares the ongoing saga of trying to retrieve vintage chairs that were sent for cleaning but have not been returned. He recounts the lack of communication and unfulfilled promises from the cleaner, leading him to file a small claims court case. In this conversation, Jay discusses his ongoing dispute with a furniture seller who has failed to deliver the chairs he purchased. He shares the frustrating communication he has had with the seller, including broken promises and lack of response. Jay expresses his desire to take the seller to court and highlights the importance of documenting all interactions for evidence. He also discusses other unrelated topics, such as a customer service issue with an online order and microaggressions experienced in social settings.
Chapters
00:00 The Chairs Go Missing
26:41 Legal Action and Frustration
33:00 Filing a Small Claims Court Case
35:40 Demanding the Return of the Chairs
36:36 Awaiting Inspection and Resolution
36:44 The Frustrating Dispute
53:07 Experiencing Microaggressions
58:13 Furious After Recording
01:02:05 Microaggressions from White Liberals
01:09:49 Language and Pronunciation
01:12:05 Being a Union Representative
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In this conversation, Joe, Lauri, and Jay discuss various topics, including neti pots, sinus relief, movie experiences, tipping etiquette, and TikTok hate towards JLo. They also share personal stories about encounters with strangers and ordering mishaps. The conversation is light-hearted and filled with humor. In this conversation, Joe and his guests discuss various topics, including car classifications, family stories, wedding costs, and tax breaks. They also touch on the challenges of being a server and the importance of tipping. Joe shares a story about John Paul considering marriage for tax benefits, and Lauri teases a story that she refuses to share. The conversation ends with a discussion about Aidan and Joe's decision to reconnect.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:57 Neti Pots and Sinus Relief
06:07 Movie Experiences and Celebrity Encounters
13:04 Tipping Etiquette and Ordering Mishaps
38:51 Car Classifications
41:38 Money and Weddings
44:22 Wedding Costs
50:08 Mysterious Story
55:06 Tax Breaks and Marriage
01:05:58 Reconnecting with Aidan
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In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including personal anecdotes, celebrity news, and the departure of a friend. They also touch on the Willy Wonka experience and RuPaul's bookstore controversy. In this conversation, Joe, Jay, and Lauri share funny anecdotes and stories. They discuss a failed podcast recording, the challenges of maintaining friendships, family drama, and miscommunications. The conversation is light-hearted and filled with laughter.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Personal Anecdotes
05:03 Celebrity News: Jonathan Van Ness and Queer Eye
09:43 The Willy Wonka Experience
34:47 The Departure of a Friend
38:44 The Bummer of a Failed Podcast Recording
39:13 The Challenges of Maintaining Friendships
40:12 Family Drama and Miscommunications
49:16 The Hilarious Dentist Story
52:22 When Miscommunications Lead to Funny Situations
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