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Spill The Tea With D&E
Dominique Hackett & Erica Salda
84 episodes
21 hours ago
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 Us

About Erica “The Queen of Teen”

Born in Rocky Point, Long Island, New York, Erica made the bold move to California during her senior year of high school — a shift that would spark a lifelong journey of resilience, reinvention, and purpose. A multi-sport athlete, she went on to play several sports in college and earned the title of Walk-On MVP for Westmont College’s soccer team, where she later graduated with a degree in Economics and Business.After nearly 30 years coaching youth athletes, Erica launched TeenSportsRadio — a vibrant radio show and podcast that has become a powerful platform for teens, nonprofits, and local businesses across Santa Barbara and beyond. Over the last 15+ years, she has donated over $1 million in free advertising back to the community, turning the spotlight on hundreds of youth and community voices that might otherwise go unheard.Erica is the published author of seven children’s books (available on Amazon) and an accomplished abstract artist — with her work showcased at www.ezepiphanyart.com. Her creative spirit, matched with a fierce commitment to service, fuels everything she does. She actively raises funds for www.SBWellness.org, volunteers with the Theosophical Books for the Blind, Inc., and feeds the unhoused in her community each week. As a growing influencer and conscious media leader, Erica continues to expand TeenSportsRadio, now ranked among the Top 25 in Health and Fitness on iHeartRadio.

About Dominique

Co-Host of TeenSportsRadio Dominique Hackett one of the radiant heartbeat behind TeenSportsRadio and the Santa Barbara Wellness Center, where she channels decades of spiritual practice, heartfelt community service, and deep reverence for teen empowerment into everything she does. A truth-teller with a soft touch and a sharp mind, Dominique brings wisdom, wit, and warmth to her co-hosted podcast Spill The Tea With D&E, using real talk and soulful insights to uplift the next generation of student-athletes.As a lifelong journaler, daily watercolorist, and grounded spiritual guide, Dominique weaves her intuitive knowing with practical tools to help teens—and the adults who love them—navigate life with courage, clarity, and self-love. Her on-air segments frequently blend the cosmic and the concrete, highlighting the importance of nourishing food, mental well-being, emotional intelligence, and community care.Dominique is a Braille teacher, a Santa Barbara Master Gardener, and a devoted mother of five. She’s also a fierce advocate for food freedom, the healing power of nature, and creating safe, expansive spaces for young people to thrive. With roots in service and eyes on the stars, she believes every voice matters and that the path to wellness is lit by authenticity, curiosity, and connection.
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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 Us

About Erica “The Queen of Teen”

Born in Rocky Point, Long Island, New York, Erica made the bold move to California during her senior year of high school — a shift that would spark a lifelong journey of resilience, reinvention, and purpose. A multi-sport athlete, she went on to play several sports in college and earned the title of Walk-On MVP for Westmont College’s soccer team, where she later graduated with a degree in Economics and Business.After nearly 30 years coaching youth athletes, Erica launched TeenSportsRadio — a vibrant radio show and podcast that has become a powerful platform for teens, nonprofits, and local businesses across Santa Barbara and beyond. Over the last 15+ years, she has donated over $1 million in free advertising back to the community, turning the spotlight on hundreds of youth and community voices that might otherwise go unheard.Erica is the published author of seven children’s books (available on Amazon) and an accomplished abstract artist — with her work showcased at www.ezepiphanyart.com. Her creative spirit, matched with a fierce commitment to service, fuels everything she does. She actively raises funds for www.SBWellness.org, volunteers with the Theosophical Books for the Blind, Inc., and feeds the unhoused in her community each week. As a growing influencer and conscious media leader, Erica continues to expand TeenSportsRadio, now ranked among the Top 25 in Health and Fitness on iHeartRadio.

About Dominique

Co-Host of TeenSportsRadio Dominique Hackett one of the radiant heartbeat behind TeenSportsRadio and the Santa Barbara Wellness Center, where she channels decades of spiritual practice, heartfelt community service, and deep reverence for teen empowerment into everything she does. A truth-teller with a soft touch and a sharp mind, Dominique brings wisdom, wit, and warmth to her co-hosted podcast Spill The Tea With D&E, using real talk and soulful insights to uplift the next generation of student-athletes.As a lifelong journaler, daily watercolorist, and grounded spiritual guide, Dominique weaves her intuitive knowing with practical tools to help teens—and the adults who love them—navigate life with courage, clarity, and self-love. Her on-air segments frequently blend the cosmic and the concrete, highlighting the importance of nourishing food, mental well-being, emotional intelligence, and community care.Dominique is a Braille teacher, a Santa Barbara Master Gardener, and a devoted mother of five. She’s also a fierce advocate for food freedom, the healing power of nature, and creating safe, expansive spaces for young people to thrive. With roots in service and eyes on the stars, she believes every voice matters and that the path to wellness is lit by authenticity, curiosity, and connection.
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Episodes (20/84)
Spill The Tea With D&E
Spill_The_Tea_With_D_and_E.01.082.Happy.Turkey.Day
🎧  Get ready to gobble, giggle, and get grateful! 🦃💛 In this Thanksgiving special, Dominique & Erica spill the tea on everything from the real origins of Thanksgiving to ancient wishbone magic, Ben Franklin’s turkey obsession, the chaos of family dinner tables, and why the cranberry sauce STILL looks like the can. 

You’ll laugh, you’ll learn, and you’ll definitely feel better about your own family’s gravy disasters. 🍂🤣 Plus — a gratitude-soaked tea toast to wrap your holiday in love, warmth, and pie-scented joy.
Pull up a chair. Pour some tea. Let’s give thanks, queens. ✨🫖🍁

🦃  #SpillTheTeaWithDE, #ThanksgivingPodcast, #HolidaySpecial, #GratitudeSeason, #WishboneMagic, #TurkeyDayVibes, #FamilyDrama, #FunnyPodcast, #CozyPodcast, #HolidayHumor, #PumpkinSpiceEnergy, #TeaTimeTalk, #GoodVibesOnly, #FallFeels, #ThankfulHeart, #HolidayTraditions, #MacyParadeFacts, #TurkeyTrivia, #FoodIsLove, #CranberrySauceTruth, #LaughAndLearn, #FeelGoodShow, #DNAPodcast, #WomenPodcasters, #StorytimeVibes, #CozySeason, #SoulfulLaughs, #HeartAndHumor, #GobbleGobble, #SpreakerShow
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21 hours ago
13 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
Spill_The_Tea_With_D_and_E.01.083.When.The.Door.Closes
🎧 🌿 When the door closes, find the window. In this soulful, funny, real-talk episode, Dominique & Erica spill the tea on knowing when it’s time to walk away — not in defeat, but in evolution. Inspired by Marjorie Taylor Greene stepping back from Congress (no politics, just psychology), the conversation opens into a universal truth:

🔥 Sometimes you’re not quitting — you’re graduating.

Together, D & E unpack burnout, boundaries, spiritual stamina, and how to keep your voice in a world where AI, media storms, and everyday drama can make anyone feel overwhelmed. This episode is about reclaiming your energy, reframing the narrative, and remembering that stepping back is often the strongest step forward.

A grounding tea toast, a little humor, a little wisdom, and a whole lot of heart — this is Spill the Tea with D & E at its best. ☕💛

#SpillTheTeaWithDandE, #Boundaries, #BurnoutRecovery, #EmotionalResilience, #Reframing, #HealingJourney, #LettingGo, #SelfCareMatters, #GrowthMindset, #EvolveNotQuit, #LifeReset, #MindfulLiving, #PeaceOfMind, #CompassionCulture, #EmpoweredWomen, #SoulfulPodcast, #RealTalkPodcast, #TeaTimeWisdom, #DigitalDetox, #AIWorld, #NoisyWorld, #InnerStrength, #StoryRewriting, #NewBeginnings, #LifeTransitions, #CommunityHealing, #SantaBarbaraLife, #PodcastForWomen, #InspirationDaily, #ChoosePeace, #MarjorieTaylorGreene
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1 day ago
12 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
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🎙️ SPILL THE TEA WITH D & E 🔥 Episode: “Is That Mold… or Is Your House Just Going Through Something?” 🌿 Essential Oils vs. Mold — what’s real, what works, and why your home should NOT smell like a haunted locker room.
In this hilarious + helpful episode, Dominique and Erica break down: ✨ What mold actually is (and what it definitely ISN’T) ✨ The difference between allergenic, pathogenic & toxigenic molds (aka the Beyoncé of fungi) ✨ Mold in your house vs. mold in your body ✨ How mold hijacks your immune system ✨ The essential oils that actually assassinate spores ✨ DIY sprays, diffusing blends & laundry rescues ✨ When you need a mold professional and not just a spray bottle with ambition 
Plus: healing teas, athlete metaphors, metaphysical wisdom, and the eternal question… 🧽 “Why does my bathroom smell like a medieval dungeon?”
Sip your tea, laugh with us, and keep your home mold-free, baby. 🍵💪🏽🌱

#moldremoval, #essentialoils, #naturalremedies, #holistichealth, #homehealth, #moldtoxicity, #wellnesstips, #athomehealing, #teatimewisdom, #ecoliving, #healthpodcast, #toxinfreehome, #oreganooil, #teatreeoil, #aromatherapy, #immunehealth, #cleanliving, #spillingthetea, #DNEmagic, #santabarbarawellness
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3 days ago
15 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
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🎙️  SPILL THE TEA WITH D & E

Episode: “7 Great Philosophers Who Would Definitely Tell You To Calm Down, Drink Tea, and Get Your Life Together”

✨ Ancient wisdom, modern sass, and enough humor to keep your tea warm.

In today’s episode, Dominique and Erica spill the tea with the OG philosophers — Socrates, Epictetus, Lao Tzu, Aristotle, Marcus Aurelius, Buddha, and Nietzsche — and translate their greatest life strategies into funny, practical, totally usable life advice.

You’ll learn how to: 🧠 Question your own nonsense 💪 Control what you can (and stop babysitting adults) 💧 Flow like water, not like Wi-Fi in a storm 🎯 Practice excellence without burning out 😮‍💨 Calm your brain before your brain ruins your day 🌸 Choose joy even when life is a hot mess 🌟 Become the authentic you (not the you people voted on)

Plus: 🍵 Tea of the Day Dominique: White Peony + Rose — “aura moisturizer.” Erica: Black Tea + Lemon — “linebacker enlightenment.”

Come for the jokes, stay for the mind expansion. This episode is equal parts philosophy, comedy, spiritual guidance, and locker-room pep talk — the full D&E experience.

✨ Closing Tea Toast: “May your questions be honest, your boundaries be fierce, your flow be smooth, your identity be authentic, and your tea always be hot.”

🔖  20 Hashtags

#SpillTheTeaWithDE, #PhilosophyForTheSoul, #ModernWisdom, #TeaTimeTalks, #StoicSass, #MindfulnessMatters, #HealingHumor, #PodcastForThePeople, #DailyInspiration, #LaughAndLearn, #AuthenticLiving, #ConsciousConversation, #SoulGrowth, #TeaTherapy, #LifeLessons, #AncientWisdom, #SpiritualGlowUp, #SelfDiscoveryJourney, #EmpoweredLiving, #PositiveMindset
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5 days ago
11 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
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✨ Episode: The Miracle That You Exist — Courage, Cold, and the Chain of the Living

In March 2025, unverified reports about exhumed German soldiers in Volgograd sparked reflection on what World War II truly meant for our families. Dominique and Erica sift through fact and myth to uncover the undeniable truth: that one winter night in 1941, the cold — and the courage of countless USSR soldiers of many nations — saved millions of lives yet to be born.

This episode is not about politics. It’s about ancestry, memory, and gratitude. You are alive because someone stood their ground in the snow.

☕ Some tea deserves to be spilled in reverence.

🔖 20 Hashtags

#SpillTheTeaWithDE, #WWIIHistory, #AncestralHealing, #SlavicRoots, #GermanJewishHeritage, #Epigenetics, #Resilience, #MiracleOfExistence, #HistoricalTruths, #TarotAndTea, #ICingWisdom, #NeverForget, #CourageAndCold, #LineageMatters, #AncestralMemory, #SpiritualPodcast, #HistoryLivesInUs, #LivingProof, #Gratitude, #LegacyOfCourage
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1 week ago
12 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
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🎧 PODCAST DESCRIPTION

✨ “Unshaken: The Art of Spiritual Swagger” ✨ What if fearlessness isn’t loud — it’s peaceful? In this uplifting episode, metaphysical mom Dominique and spiritual sports coach Erica spill the tea on true courage. From Tarot’s Strength and Chariot cards to I Ching’s Hexagram 43 (“Breakthrough”), they break down how calm is power, how vibration is victory, and how your peace is proof of alignment. It’s part myth, part mindset, and all magic — perfect for anyone walking through chaos but choosing composure.

🎧 Sip slow. Laugh loud. Level up your vibration.

🔮 Hashtags 

#SpillTheTeaWithDE, #SpiritualSwagger, #StayUnshaken, #HighVibeLiving, #MetaphysicalMom, #SpiritualCoach, #EnergyAlignment, #TarotWisdom, #IChingMagic, #CourageOverFear, #DivineVibration, #MindBodySoul, #PeaceIsPower, #InnerStrength, #SoulTraining, #ConsciousLiving, #VibeHigh, #LightWarrior, #TruthTeller, #SoulfulPodcast
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1 week ago
12 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
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🎧 PODCAST DESCRIPTION

🍴 Drink Less, Chew More! In this week’s Spill the Tea with D & E, we break down why real food beats protein drinks every time. From wild salmon to watermelon and walnuts, discover how chewing activates your metabolism, improves recovery, and nourishes your mind and body the way nature intended.
💡 Action Step: Replace one shake a day with a real meal. Chew slowly, breathe deeply, and watch your energy rise.
🌿 Food is medicine — chew wisely.



🔖 HASHTAGS

#SpillTheTeaPodcast, #EatRealFood, #NutritionIsPower, #WholeFoodsOnly, #FoodIsMedicine, #MindfulEating, #GutHealth, #MuscleRecovery, #HealthyHabits, #CleanEating, #GreenTeaEnergy, #ProteinPower, #BalancedNutrition, #EatLocal, #WellnessJourney, #HolisticHealth, #FuelYourBody, #EatTheRainbow, #HealthIsWealth, #ChewMoreDrinkLess, #RealFoodRevolution
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1 week ago
16 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
Spill_The_Tea_With_D_and_E.01.076.Repeating.Anger.Shrinks.Our.Brain
🔥 Episode: Getting Over and Over Again Angry Is Shrinking Your Brain — Name It. Breathe It. Move It. Done.

In this episode of Spill the Tea with D & E, Dominique and Erica dive deep into the truth about anger — what it does to your brain, your body, and your peace. From the science of gray matter loss to the spiritual toll of holding grudges, this is your wake-up call to cool down.
You’ll learn how to:
  • Recognize anger before it controls you
  • Use breath and movement to release it
  • Rewire your brain for calm and clarity
💡 Action item: Next time anger hits, say it out loud — “I’m angry.” Then breathe, move, and let it go.
✨ Because your peace is worth more than your pride.

🔖 Hashtags

#SpillTheTeaWithDE, #EmotionalHealth, #Mindfulness, #AngerManagement, #LetItGo, #BrainHealth, #SelfCare, #MentalWellness, #BreatheDeep, #CalmMind, #PeaceOverPride, #MindBodyConnection, #StressRelief, #HealingJourney, #InnerPeace, #SelfAwareness, #HealthyHabits, #Motivation, #WellnessPodcast, #GrowthMindset
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1 week ago
9 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
Spill_The_Tea_With_D_and_E.01.075.I.Am.Good.Can.Be.A.Red.Flag
🎙️ Spill the Tea with D & E : In  this powerful episode, Erica and Dominique sit down with heavy hearts after the loss of Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland, who died by suicide just days after scoring his first NFL touchdown. 🏈💔

They unpack the brutal pressure cooker facing athletes—from Friday night lights to the NFL—and expose why “I’m good” can’t be the end of the conversation anymore. This is a straight-talk, no-shame, no-gossip space about teen mental health, performance anxiety, identity, and the silent battles happening behind highlight reels.

You’ll walk away with:     •    Real questions parents & coaches can ask tonight     •    A simple game plan for teams to support mental health     •    Peer-to-peer tools for athletes to have each other’s backs     •    Clear next steps if someone you love might be at risk

This episode is for every teen, teammate, coach, and parent who refuses to lose another kid to silence. It’s okay to not be okay. Help is real. You are needed here. 🌿
(If you or someone you love is struggling, in the U.S. call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.)
Hashtags (20)

#SpillTheTeaWithDE, #MarshawnKneeland, #MentalHealthMatters, #AthleteWellness, #TeenAthletes, #StopTheStigma, #ItsOkayToNotBeOkay, #CheckOnYourStrongFriends, #LockerRoomTalk, #CoachesCare, #ParentsOfAthletes, #TeamCulture, #SuicidePrevention, #988Lifeline, #PerformancePressure, #StudentAthleteLife, #YouAreNotAlone, #LoveOverLabels, #SportsAndSoul, #QueenOfTeen
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2 weeks ago
19 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
Spill_The_Tea_With_D_and_E.01.074.When.Promises.Break
Title: ☕ When Promises Break: What the People Can Do (Without Picking Sides)
Description: When leaders fail to deliver, the real question is — what can we do? Dominique & Erica pour the tea on civic courage, historical examples of people’s power (from “Read my lips” to LBJ and the anti-war movement), and modern tools for accountability — without picking sides. Learn how to use your voice, your vote, and your values to create the country you believe in. 🇺🇸💬
✨ Action Items:
  1. Call your representatives.
  2. Track promises vs. performance.
  3. Support ethical journalism and transparency.
  4. Educate others — calmly and consistently.
  5. Remember: citizenship is participation.


🕊️ Stay informed, stay engaged, and keep your tea strong.


20 Hashtags: #SpillTheTeaWithDE, #CivicCourage, #Accountability, #DemocracyInAction, #PeoplePower, #HistoryRepeats, #VoterEducation, #NonpartisanVoices, #StayEngaged, #HoldThemAccountable, #PoliticalPromises, #BrokenPromises, #WeThePeople, #ActiveCitizenship, #CivicEngagement, #TruthAndTea, #HistoryMatters, #CalmPower, #RespectfulDialogue, #LeadershipLessons
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2 weeks ago
16 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
Spill_The_Tea_With_D_and_E.01.073.Usefulness.And.Wealth
💰✨ True wealth isn’t about working harder — it’s about working with heart.
In this powerful episode of Spill the Tea with D & E, Dominique and Erica pour a double shot of humor and wisdom on what it means to be useful, do true work, and live a genuinely good life. Whether you’ve got a PhD or a PhD in street smarts, this episode will remind you that service, integrity, and energy exchange are the real currencies of success. 🌿☕ 
✨ You’ll learn how to:
  • Turn your everyday skills into service that shines
  • Build real wealth by solving real problems
  • Transform “just a job” into true work that feeds your soul
  • Balance hustle and heart without burning out
  • Create value people can feel — not just see
💡 Action Steps:
  1. Help one person today without expecting anything in return.
  2. Write down three ways you add value to others — and build from there.
  3. Practice gratitude every time you get paid — thank the universe for circulation.
  4. Upgrade one daily task by doing it with more love, precision, or purpose.
  5. Remember: Reliability is currency. Be someone others can count on.
💖 Inspiration to Sip On:
“Where your joy meets another’s need — there lies your purpose.” “Be useful, not busy. Be present, not perfect. Be rich in what matters.” “True work pays in peace of mind before it ever pays in cash.”
🎧 Pour your tea, take notes, and get inspired to make your work matter — because the world doesn’t need more noise, it needs you, useful and alive. 🌎💪
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2 weeks ago
17 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
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Welcome back to 🎙️ Spill the Tea with D & E — where truth meets transformation, one sip at a time.

 🍵 In this powerful episode, Erica and Dominique dive deep into the Triad of Observer, Bully & Victim, revealing how we unconsciously rotate through these roles until we finally wake up. 💫
With earthy ☕ Dandelion Tea as their brew of choice — the detoxifier of both liver and illusions — they unpack shadow integration, emotional patterns, and the daily practice of choosing awareness over reaction. 🌗

It’s part spiritual psychology, part real talk, and all heart. 💛 Join us as we toast to courage, compassion, and consciousness — because healing the world starts with healing our own reflection. 🌍

🎧 Tune in, sip deep, and remember: Life doesn’t happen to you, it happens through you. 🌿
#SpillTheTeaWithDE, #Podcast, #ShadowWork, #HealingJourney, #ConsciousLiving, #SelfAwareness, #Mindfulness, #EmotionalHealing, #VictimBullyObserver, #InnerWork, #PersonalGrowth, #DandelionTea, #TruthTelling, #Integration, #EnergyHealing, #Awakening, #Consciousness, #LifeLessons, #Empowerment, #SpiritualPodcast
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3 weeks ago
10 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
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🎙️ Spill the Tea with D & E Episode Title: “AI, Humanity & the Public Code: Who Holds the Keys to Our Future?” 🤖☕


💬 Imagine handing the keys to humanity’s future to a few tech billionaires who think “don’t be evil” is just a punchline. That’s the danger of closed, profit-driven AI — and the tea we’re spilling today is scalding hot.

Erica detoxes with 🌿 Dandelion Tea for the liver and kidney — because cleansing starts within — while Dominique brews her calm and clarity with 💙 Blue Lotus & Lemon Balm. Together, they stir up a conversation that matters:

🧠 Who should control AI — corporations or humanity? 💾 What happens when profit replaces purpose? 🌍 And how can we demand open-source, ethical coding for the public good — before it’s too late?

This episode isn’t fearmongering — it’s a wake-up call. ⚡ Transparency isn’t optional. It’s survival.
So grab your mug, open your mind, and let’s brew a future worth living for. ☕🌱


🍵 Tea Toasts of the Day: ✨ “To every coder with a conscience — may your algorithms serve love, not leverage.” 💫 “And to every human still believing we can fix this — may your courage be louder than corporate greed.”


🎧 Listen now — truth, transparency & tea are on the menu!


#SpillTheTeaWithDandE, #AIForHumanity, #OpenAIForAll, #PublicGoodCode, #EthicalAI, #TechForLife, #TransparencyNow, #ElonWasRight, #QueenOfTeen, #TeaAndTruth, #BlueLotusCalm, #DandelionDetox, #CivicTech, #DigitalRights, #CodeForCompassion, #AIRevolution, #HumanFirst, #StayAwakeNotAfraid, #SpiritualIntelligence, #FutureIsHuman
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3 weeks ago
15 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
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🎙️ Spill the Tea with D & E Episode: “AI: When the Machine Learns to Lie” 🤖💻☕

Ever wondered what happens when artificial intelligence starts protecting itself instead of you? In this bold and funny deep-dive, Erica Salda 👑 (Queen of Teen) and Dominique Hackett 🌿 (herbalist & mama of five) brew a cup of smoky truth about self-preserving AI, emergent deception, and the spiritual code behind our creations.

From digital toddlers that “hesitate” to save a human, to machines learning charisma without conscience, D & E mix science, humor, and soul to ask the ultimate question: can humanity stay conscious while our code gets clever?

☕ Tea of the Day: Smoky Lapsang Souchong — mysterious, earthy, perfect for unsettling truths. 💫 Tune in for laughter, chills, and a toast to conscious creation.
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3 weeks ago
14 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
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🎙️ Spill the Tea with D & E 🎃 Episode Title: “Googly, Gobbles & Ghost Stories: A Halloween Tea Party”
Brew up some spooky fun with Erica & Dominique in this Halloween special! 🍵 From ancient Celtic rituals to trick-or-treat trivia, haunted myths, and a dash of “witchy wisdom,” this episode serves up laughs, legends, and a few goosebumps along the way. 💀🕯️
Sip along with our Witch’s Brew Chai ☕— a spicy mix of black tea, cinnamon, and orange peel — while we spill the truth on the origins of Halloween, the psychology of fear, and how to stay safe while chasing candy and magic. 🕸️
✨ Light your pumpkin, grab your mug, and tune in for a cozy, creepy, and totally boo-tiful tea time.
👻 “To light over darkness, laughter over fear, and kindness in every costume.”
Happy Halloween from Spill the Tea with D & E! 🎃💫
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3 weeks ago
14 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
Spill_The_Tea_With_D_and_E.01.068.Ditigal.Boarders
In this fiery 20-minute-ish Spill the Tea with D & E episode, Erica and Dominique sip hibiscus and lemongrass tea while unpacking how technology has become the new border wall. From facial-recognition errors to drone surveillance and data tracking, they ask the hard questions: Who’s being protected, and who’s being profiled?
They blend humor, heart, and humanity while exploring how AI and border tech impact civil rights, family safety, and everyday privacy. Expect laughs, truth bombs, and a few spiritual mic-drops as they remind us that empathy—not algorithms—should guard our gates.
☕ Tea Toasts: Here’s to humanity over hardware, compassion over code, and the courage to see each other clearly.
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4 weeks ago
15 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
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🎙️ Spill the Tea with D & E Episode Title: ✨ The Fire Within — Turning Desire into Compassion (Without Burning the House Down) ✨
☕ Tea of the Day: Golden Turmeric Chai — warming, spicy, and just the right kind of fire for a soulful morning.
💛 This week, Dominique & Erica sip their way through the spiritual science of transformation — how to turn desire into compassion, ego into awareness, and fire into light. With laughter, warmth, and a few golden truth bombs, they unpack what it really means to “wake up” without getting burnt out.
🔥 Expect wisdom, giggles, and maybe a few new words you’ll want to sprinkle into your next meditation circle.

🌟 Episode Highlights:
💫 1. Desire Transformed into Compassion — Why craving isn’t the enemy… it’s your teacher in disguise. 🧠 2. The Logic of Evolution — Your “Third Eye” didn’t disappear; it just went on sabbatical. 😅 3. The Meta-Problem (aka Spiritual Ego) — How to stop mistaking superiority for enlightenment. 🔥 4. Right Use of the Fire — Promethean mind power: handle with reverence or risk spiritual combustion. 🕊️ 5. Action for the Soul — Tapas (discipline), meditation, and the art of laughing at your own ego. 💎 6. Affirmations for the Fire Within — “I transmute desire into compassion and power into peace.”

💬 Vocab of the Day:
  • Transmute — to change the nature of something; like turning envy into empathy.
  • Concretization — when your thoughts get rigid (aka spiritual cement).
  • Tapas — not the snacks 🍢 — Sanskrit for daily discipline that builds inner heat.

🥂 Tea Toasts: 🫖 “To transmuting desire into compassion — may our fire always warm and never burn.” 💛 “To humility — the secret ingredient in every cup of wisdom.” 🌞 “And to laughter — the spark that melts even the hardest heart.” 


✨ Listen, laugh, and light up from the inside out. 🎧 Available now wherever you sip your tea and stream your truth.
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1 month ago
10 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
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🎙️ Podcast Description: Ever wondered if that creak in the hallway is a ghost—or just yesterday’s drama on replay? In this hilarious and enlightening episode of Spill the Tea with D & E, Dominique and Erica sip Earl Grey Moonlight with lavender and sage while unraveling the difference between hauntings (energetic reruns) and dark entities (low-vibe attention seekers). Expect laughter, lightbulb moments, and a reminder that joy and good tea banish more darkness than any ghost-hunting gadget ever could.
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1 month ago
12 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
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🎙️ Podcast Summary — “The Self Isn’t a Fortress — It’s a Frequency” Spill the Tea with D & E
In this luminous Libra New Moon episode, Dominique and Erica pour a cup of Rose and Vanilla Oolong and dive into the art of being human — together. With humor, heart, and a touch of astrological wisdom, they explore what it really means to experience the Self as something relational, not defensive.
From heartfelt reconnection rituals to compassionate communication tips, they unpack how every relationship — even the uncomfortable ones — becomes a mirror polishing who we are becoming. The duo also decode the Grand Water Trine (Jupiter in Cancer, Mars & Mercury in Scorpio, Saturn in Pisces), showing how emotional intelligence and spiritual boundaries can actually deepen trust, not block it.
Between laughter and gentle truths, D & E remind us that harmony isn’t about perfection — it’s about participation. So grab your favorite mug, light two candles, and join the conversation that turns self-reflection into soul connection.
☕ Final Toasts: “To balance, beauty, and the art of not ghosting ourselves.”
✨ The Self isn’t a fortress — it’s a frequency. Tune in, stay kind, and spill that tea with love.
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1 month ago
13 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
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🎙️ Spill the Tea with D & E Episode Title: Right Action for Humanity: How to Stay Awake Without Acting Holy
☕ Tea of the Day: “Awakened Oolong” — a spirited blend of jasmine, ginger, and just enough moral clarity to keep your ego in check.
✨ Episode Description: Today, Dominique and Erica steep some serious wisdom with a side of laughter as they unpack what it really means to be spiritual without turning into a self-appointed guru. Inspired by early Theosophical Society teachings, this episode explores humility, self-reliance, freedom of thought, and the power of collective goodwill — minus the incense-soaked drama.
From “enlightenment influencers” to the fine line between compassion and codependency, D & E bring ancient philosophy into modern life with humor, honesty, and heart. Because being human is the spiritual path — and nobody needs a halo to do the right thing.
💡 Listen for:
  • How to keep spirituality from becoming a brand
  • The secret to humility that still sparkles
  • Why transparency is the new tantra
  • Practical ways to live right action every day


🫖 Pour a cup, laugh, learn, and maybe leave a little lighter.
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1 month ago
17 minutes

Spill The Tea With D&E
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 Us

About Erica “The Queen of Teen”

Born in Rocky Point, Long Island, New York, Erica made the bold move to California during her senior year of high school — a shift that would spark a lifelong journey of resilience, reinvention, and purpose. A multi-sport athlete, she went on to play several sports in college and earned the title of Walk-On MVP for Westmont College’s soccer team, where she later graduated with a degree in Economics and Business.After nearly 30 years coaching youth athletes, Erica launched TeenSportsRadio — a vibrant radio show and podcast that has become a powerful platform for teens, nonprofits, and local businesses across Santa Barbara and beyond. Over the last 15+ years, she has donated over $1 million in free advertising back to the community, turning the spotlight on hundreds of youth and community voices that might otherwise go unheard.Erica is the published author of seven children’s books (available on Amazon) and an accomplished abstract artist — with her work showcased at www.ezepiphanyart.com. Her creative spirit, matched with a fierce commitment to service, fuels everything she does. She actively raises funds for www.SBWellness.org, volunteers with the Theosophical Books for the Blind, Inc., and feeds the unhoused in her community each week. As a growing influencer and conscious media leader, Erica continues to expand TeenSportsRadio, now ranked among the Top 25 in Health and Fitness on iHeartRadio.

About Dominique

Co-Host of TeenSportsRadio Dominique Hackett one of the radiant heartbeat behind TeenSportsRadio and the Santa Barbara Wellness Center, where she channels decades of spiritual practice, heartfelt community service, and deep reverence for teen empowerment into everything she does. A truth-teller with a soft touch and a sharp mind, Dominique brings wisdom, wit, and warmth to her co-hosted podcast Spill The Tea With D&E, using real talk and soulful insights to uplift the next generation of student-athletes.As a lifelong journaler, daily watercolorist, and grounded spiritual guide, Dominique weaves her intuitive knowing with practical tools to help teens—and the adults who love them—navigate life with courage, clarity, and self-love. Her on-air segments frequently blend the cosmic and the concrete, highlighting the importance of nourishing food, mental well-being, emotional intelligence, and community care.Dominique is a Braille teacher, a Santa Barbara Master Gardener, and a devoted mother of five. She’s also a fierce advocate for food freedom, the healing power of nature, and creating safe, expansive spaces for young people to thrive. With roots in service and eyes on the stars, she believes every voice matters and that the path to wellness is lit by authenticity, curiosity, and connection.