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the open skate of podcasts: a show for figure skating enthusiasts of all skill levels, recapping current events from this competitive season hosted by Meghan Kelleher and Neda Marie Valcheva

Ice Tea Podcast with Meghan Kelleher and Neda Marie Valcheva


    • Oct 29, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 10m AVG DURATION
    • 64 EPISODES

    4.8 from 55 ratings Listeners of Ice Tea Podcast that love the show mention: figure skating podcast, ice, tea, sorry, hate, lots, talk, funny, love, like, listen, neda.



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    63: Episode 61: Skate America 2022!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2022 102:44


    A Grand Prix Event? In MEGHAN'S area? It's more common than you'd think! In this super-sized season 4 premiere, Meghan and Neda recap Skate America 2022, and discuss what it's like to see a quad axel IRL and live to tell the tale. Featuring: DJ Gaslight, the triumphant return of Plushie Corner, and a plushie debate that could end this friendship once and for all.  FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie @QuestLaidPlans  instagram @IceTeaPod @NedaMarie @n_iceskating SUPPORT US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod Leave us a tip at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    62: FEED DROP: Quest Laid Plans Teaser

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2022 1:17


    Hey, Ice Tea Podcast listeners! Meghan and Neda are launching a second podcast and we wanted to share the teaser with you!  Quest Laid Plans is a D&D podcast about what comes after you've already saved the world once. Episode one premieres on May 10 across all podcatcher platforms and YouTube. Can an old party learn new tricks? Find out at questlaidplans.com FOLLOW US ON TWITTER!! @QuestLaidPlans Game Master: Meghan Kelleher @meghankelleher3 Cast: Maya S. Ming @mayascape Neda Marie Valcheva @NedaMarie Phil Arevalo @PhilAArevalo Jesse B. Koehler @jb_koehler Jamie Rose Hathaway @jamiedotrose Creative Consultant: Nicky Nenkov @nickynenkov Character Artist: Pamella Kokalova @pamellkaaa Music: "Adventuring Guilt" copyright Meghan Kelleher, 2022. 

    61: Episode 60: Worlds 2022!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2022 63:43


    In this episode, Meghan and Neda round out the 21-22 skating season with a recap of the 2022 World Championships in Montpelier, France! PLUS: Stay tuned til the end for a BIG EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT!! (not clickbait we swear) Featuring: Pierre La Montagne (the off-brand Stephane Lambiel who we have to use instead for copyright reasons), Yuma Kagiyama's DVD Collection, Himbo Philosophy, and a cat cafe that's actually a front for organized crime (don't worry about it!). FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie @QuestLaidPlans  instagram @IceTeaPod @NedaMarie @n_iceskating SUPPORT US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod Leave us a tip at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    60: Episode 59: The 2022 Olympics Part 3: MEN!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 52:42


    (Alternate title: Maybe Jason Brown Is My Wario) In the thrilling conclusion to their extended Olympics recap series, Meghan and Neda relive the men's event in all its glory. Featuring: Colin Parentheses, hands in pockets, ~Pity and Love~, hands out of pockets, and a really big lollipop. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie instagram @IceTeaPod @NedaMarie @n_iceskating SUPPORT US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod Leave us a tip at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    59: Episode 58: The 2022 Olympics Part 2: WOMEN!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2022 55:35


    Welcome to Whose Medal Is It Anyway? Where the rules are made up and the points don't matter! AKA The Beijing 2022 women's singles event! Meghan and Neda, fresh off their previous episode of screaming into the void, are in a much better mood and are thrilled to return to their regularly scheduled joyful yelling about women! Featuring: crying under the golden arches, country music for scorned women TM, Benoit Richaud's horse St. Pierre, channeling Adam Rippon through a Ouija board, and toeloop (derogatory).   FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie instagram @IceTeaPod @NedaMarie @n_iceskating SUPPORT US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod Leave us a tip at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    58: Episode 57: The 2022 Olympics Part 1: SCREAMING INTO THE VOID!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2022 85:11


    Welcome to the official Ice Tea Pod Airing of Olympic Grievances, with Meghan and Neda. Our hosts attempt to sift through the mountains of gnarly news and discourse surrounding the 2022 Beijing Olympics and get all our Hot Takes and (UN?)popular opinions out of the way before the forthcoming Part 2, where we will focus on the beautiful lovely skating that got overshadowed. CW: Child abuse, Drugs, The Russian Doping Scandal, Weight/Eating Disorders, Homophobia, Racism... Honestly if this episode sounds like no fun to you, feel free to skip it! But if you want to scream into the void with us for catharsis, welcome, we have saved you a spot at the edge of the abyss! FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie instagram @IceTeaPod @NedaMarie @n_iceskating SUPPORT US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod Leave us a tip at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    57: Figure Skating for Beginners Part 3: The Skaters!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2022 87:11


    In the third and final part of their three part special series aimed at newcomers to figure skating, Meghan and Neda give a rundown of their personal opinions on the skaters and storylines going into this year's Olympics. Who's likely to get a medal? Who are the faves? And why are those not always the same thing? Whether you're brand new or a lifelong fan in need of a refresher before the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics(tm), we've got your back. CW: brief mentions of disordered eating/body image, abusive coaching, and sexual harassment.  FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie instagram @IceTeaPod @NedaMarie @n_iceskating SUPPORT US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod Leave us a tip at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    56: Figure Skating for Beginners Part 2: The Rules!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2022 52:59


    In part one of their three part special series aimed at newcomers to figure skating, Meghan and Neda summarize the scoring system in the simplest possible terms, go over which rules you need to know (and which you don't) and cover some of the unofficial non-binding traditions of the sport. Whether you're brand new or a lifelong fan in need of a refresher before the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics(tm), we've got your back. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie instagram @IceTeaPod @NedaMarie @n_iceskating SUPPORT US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod Leave us a tip at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    55: Figure Skating for Beginners Part 1: The Basics!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2022 44:02


    In part one of their three part special series aimed at newcomers to figure skating, Meghan and Neda introduce themselves and give an overview of what new fans should know about the basics of the sport, from jumps and spins to the boots themselves. Whether you're brand new or a lifelong fan in need of a refresher before the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics(tm), we've got your back. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie instagram @IceTeaPod @NedaMarie @n_iceskating SUPPORT US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod Leave us a tip at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    54: Episode 53: One Big Estonian Fever Dream (Euros/4CC 2022)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2022 63:37


    ::Slaps roof of Estonia:: this baby can fit so many continents in it! In this episode Meghan and Neda speedrun the 2022 European Championships AND Four Continents, because Estonia booty called and we answered. **Disclaimer: Meghan knows Bunraku puppets have faces, she meant they don't have MOVEABLE faces, please no one @ her or take away her degree, thx** Featuring: Little Miss Sunshine, knives, Aerosmith jumpscares, Jesussy, deep cut Eastern European geopolitics, attacking and dethroning God, and Faerie Discourse(tm). FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie instagram @IceTeaPod @NedaMarie @n_iceskating SUPPORT US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod Leave us a tip at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    53: Episode 52: US Nationals 2022!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2022 88:46


    It's sort of our birthday! In this episode Meghan and Neda celebrate being out of the toddler years by covering all the drama that was US Nationals 2022, plus a soupçon of Canada for flavor. Featuring: the bird app, trans rights, inventing guys to be mad at, heepo heepo, Jason and Tracy's Excellent Adventure, Lou Bega, new boot goofin', empaths, what the bible says about pairs skating, and introducing the hottest new genders for 2022! FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie instagram @IceTeaPod @NedaMarie @n_iceskating SUPPORT US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod Leave us a tip at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    52: Episode 51: Rostelecom Cup 2021!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2021 61:32


    Welcome to the beautiful expressive boy parade! In this episode Neda and Meghan wrap up their Grand Prix Coverage by recapping the 2021 Rostelecom Cup, plus Meghan talks about this year's Providence tree lighting which featured some familiar faces! Featuring: spiritual butt touching, listener mail, how to talk about Team Raf in a God-honoring way, the dramatic irony of listening to discussion about how much better it would be if Misha brought back White Crow before he actually did do that, and the triumphant return of Carmen the Ghost. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie instagram @IceTeaPod @NedaMarie @n_iceskating SUPPORT US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod Leave us a tip at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    51: Episode 50: Internationaux de France 2021!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2021 46:47


    Zut Alors! It's our 50th episode! In this episode, Meghan and Neda recap the 2021 Internationaux de France and float another crazy scheme to fix the judging system that will never work in real life. Featuring: Ouaquaba E. Gouchie, The One Store in Japan and its amazing CD deals, glove comparisons, teenage Phantoms, buttery monsieurs, and, for reasons I'm still not clear on, a Yassified Slenderman.   FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie instagram @IceTeaPod @NedaMarie @n_iceskating SUPPORT US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod Leave us a tip at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    50: Episode 49: NHK Trophy 2021!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 63:48


    In this episode, Meghan and Neda welcome new listeners to the dysfunctional Ice Tea family, have a serious talk about patterns of injury among young athletes, and discuss the men and women's medalists at the 2021 NHK Trophy! Featuring: through-lines, jackets that are cameras, haircuts that are TVs, romanticizing Halloween in the West, a mysterious cut “ass bit”, and introducing Margot Robbie as Deniss Vasiljevs. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie instagram @IceTeaPod @NedaMarie @n_iceskating SUPPORT US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod Leave us a tip at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    49: Episode 48: O Skate Canada! 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2021 71:02


    In this episode, Meghan and Neda continue their Grand Prix '21 coverage with Skate Canada! Featuring: 100 triple axels, surprise pets, Neda's childhood acting career, 90s sleepover crafts, a sexy spider, and Tom Nook. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie instagram @IceTeaPod @NedaMarie @n_iceskating SUPPORT US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod Leave us a tip at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    48: Episode 47: Skate America 2021!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2021 62:56


    In this episode, Meghan and Neda kick off their Grand Prix '21 coverage with a recap of this year's highly eventful Skate America in Las Vegas! Featuring bisexual lizard pope, being chased off a cliff by dogs, supermarket medals, Meghan making a surprising heel turn, Neda's too-spicy-for-primetime-take, and two ~Artists~ having a spirited debate about ~Art~. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @NedaMarie @n_iceskating SUPPORT US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod Leave us a tip at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    47: Episode 46: The Challenger Series So Far!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2021 64:32


    Challenge 'er? I 'ardly know 'er! (...I'm so sorry.) In this episode, Meghan and Neda talk highlights from the Challenger Series events so far, with a special emphasis on Finlandia because it was LIT! Featuring: a Starbucks Farmer, a mom who loves her gay son, Alexei Mishin's Twitch channel, a prince wolf vs. a chest hair wolf, and shame flaps. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @NedaMarie @n_iceskating SUPPORT US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod Leave us a tip at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    46: Episode 45: The Cranberry Cup!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2021 76:02


    In this episode, Meghan and Neda ::fancy Bugs Bunny voice:: wish all listeners a very pleasant Cranberry Cup. We kick off the OLYMPIC SEASON with our recap of the extremely stacked Cranberry Cup, and Meghan relives seeing the free skates in PERSON in REAL LIFE because that is a thing we can now do! Featuring: Cranberries, cups, hypothetically flipping hypothetical cars, dancing to Two Feet at your sweet sixteen, and truck mudflaps. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie @n_iceskating SUPPORT US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod Leave us a tip at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    45: Episode 44: The Goofy Olympics

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2021 80:53


    In this episode, Meghan and Neda recap the 2021 World Team Trophy, aka the Goofy Olympics, aka the World Flamboyance Pageant! There was an audience, and many of them were people, but some of them were still giant dogs--nature is healing! Featuring: Roasts of Commentator Simon and Lana Del Rey, ::Magneto voice:: The REAL Carmen, the geopolitical impact of peas, and big inflatable sausages slapping together. FOLLOW UStwitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie@n_iceskating SUPPORT USPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapodLeave us a tip at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/iceteapod*MERCH SHOP!*https://iceteapod.bigcartel.com/ “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    44: Episode 43: Worlds 2021 Men!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2021 76:27


    In part two of their 2021 World Championships recap, Meghan and Neda look back at the top 6 men and shockingly, for once, actually disagree a little bit! (Not Clickbait) (But ok maybe yes a little bit Clickbait I mean aren't you curious?!?) Featuring: Slam poetry, Young Sheldon, nose jobs, Floor Time, and screaming about masculinity. FOLLOW UStwitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie@n_iceskating patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    43: Episode 42: Worlds 2021 Ladies!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2021 88:10


    In part one of their 2021 World Championships recap, Meghan and Neda weigh in on the top 6 skaters in the Ladies event, from the surprises to the absolute inevitabilities and everything in between. Featuring: Dula Peep, big boat, birb visitations, stanning Loena, Tchaikovsky Medicine Parties, necromancer Shakespeare, and cursed fanfiction.FOLLOW UStwitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie@n_iceskating patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    42: Episode 41: A Cold One With The Boys (US Nats '21 Pt. 2: Men)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2021 63:04


    In this episode, Meghan and Neda conclude their coverage of 2021 US Nationals by cracking open a cold one with the boys. Featuring athletic babies, busty clowns, wedding planning, double bro-loops, and a completely accurate summary of Dracula.

    41: Episode 40: US Nationals 2021 Part 1--Ladies!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 53:27


    In this episode, Meghan and Neda recap the ladies singles event from 2021 US Nationals, including a deep dive into the short and free events, and rundown of Worlds team assignments! Featuring: Yu-Gi-Oh!, mimes, original sin, and cardboard lovers. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) @n_iceskating (https://www.instagram.com/n_iceskating/) patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    40: Episode 39 with Nam Nguyen!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2021 74:19


    In this episode, Meghan and Neda are joined in the Metaphorical Studio by none other than 2014 World Junior Champion, 2019 Skate Canada Silver Medalist, and 2015 & 2019 Canadian National Champion Nam Nguyen! Nam fills us in on everything from training during a pandemic to the sacred rite of dog fatherhood. Featuring all the important B’s in life: Beatles, Blues for Klook, Boots, Best Bros, BTS, Bulgaria, Breakfast Wraps, Bitcoin, and Best Baby Boy Hudson! FOLLOW NAM twitter @namnamnoodle (https://twitter.com/namnamnoodle) instagram @namnamnoodle (https://www.instagram.com/namnamnoodle/) tiktok @namnamnoodle (https://www.tiktok.com/@namnamnoodle?lang=en) FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) @n_iceskating (https://www.instagram.com/n_iceskating/) patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    39: Episode 38: Take Me, ALF, to NHK 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2020 63:38


    In this episode....OK you know when it's the last day of school before winter break, and everyone is hopped up on candy cane sugar and the poor teacher is trying to get in one last math lesson but it is just NOT happening? Imagine that, but an Ice Tea episode. And the math lesson is the 2020 NHK Trophy. And a little bit of Italian Nationals. And a lot of ALF. It's a journey. Featuring: Did we mention ALF?, Domo-Kun, Mr. Joppery, Catboy Revolution, ALL PANDAS (not just one!), and Suburban Mom Promcore. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    38: Episode 37: Rostelecom 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2020 22:47


    In this mini-episode, Meghan and Neda reflect back on the 2020 Rostelecom Cup.

    37: Episode 36: Skate America 2020 (Pt. 2: LADIES!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2020 51:56


    In part two of their Skate America 2020 coverage, Meghan and Neda conclude their recap with a look back at the thrilling ladies event, and also ask themselves whether they have fed a lover from their own hands (they don't *THINK* they have, but one can never be sure!!) Featuring: Katy Perry, Pink, Fergie, Katniss Everdeen, Maya Angelou, and Jesus. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    36: Episode 35: Skate America 2020 (Pt. 1: MEN!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2020 74:15


    Well folks, it's that time again: the Grand Prix Series is back...sort of! In part one of their Skate America 2020 coverage, Meghan and Neda weigh in on the men's events and do a deep scholarly analysis on the psychology of skating for *that many* standees of the Geico Gecko. Featuring: Cardboard Chris Knierims, BIG PETS, wife guys, art history, skate prom, and the triumphant return of Social Media Corner. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    35: Episode 34: Russia is Testing Us (Pt 2: Ladies)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2020 63:20


    In the much anticipated conclusion to Russian Test Skates 2020 coverage, Meghan and Neda engage in some highly risky time travel, stretching the fabric of time and space perilously thin, in a (perhaps futile) effort to stay ahead of the perpetual motion machine that is Russian Figure Skating Drama™. If you like your sports comedy with a healthy side of Inception, this one's for you! Featuring: timeline shenanigans rivaling an HBO prestige drama, Astanis Morisstans, a handy guide on what to wear to a Cool Party, and Meghan's next door neighbors' new Extremely Loud Dog. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    34: Episode 33: Russia is Testing Us (Pt. 1: Men)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2020 41:47


    In the first of an epic two-parter on the 2020 Russian Test Skates, Meghan and Neda dive headfirst into a new season of Russian drama complete with startling departures, triumphant returns, and as always, shirts that challenge and confuse. Featuring: hot aliens, geography 101, co-host Meghan's elaborate fantasy life, the true meaning of electroswing, and mullets.  FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    33: Episode 32: The 2020 Peggy Fleming Trophy! With Andrew Torgashev

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2020 61:37


    Meghan and Neda emerge from their off season cocoons to cover a skating event at long last--the innovative 2020 Peggy Fleming Trophy, which took place in the coolest rink of them all: cyberspace!! Silver medalist Andrew Torgashev joins us for a very exciting peek behind the curtain of how a digital competition is made! Also featuring: Rachmaninoff, the color yellow, the eternal struggle for the attention of Josh Groban, and the future of medals (spoiler: it's Blingees). FOLLOW ANDREW twitter @andrewtorg29 (https://twitter.com/andrewtorg29) instagram @andrewtorg (https://www.instagram.com/andrewtorg/) and @torgashevstudios (https://www.instagram.com/torgashevstudios/) Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/TorgashevStudios FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    32: Episode 31: Off Season Updates: Russia!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2020 40:56


    In this episode recorded last month, Meghan and Neda catch up on off-season news, and try to make sense of what's going on in Russia in the wake of Sasha Trusova's coaching change. Before our return to regularly scheduled programming, we talk about what we have been doing to uplift and support Black voices during our hiatus. Join us in donating to funds for Black communities here (https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd) , and find additional resources here (https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/) . FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    31: Episode 30: Open Ice! With Jordan Cowan

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2020 36:05


    On Ice Perspectives cinematographer and friend of the pod Jordan Cowan returns to Ice Tea to chat with Meghan and Neda about co-organizing Open Ice Live with Canadian ice dance star Kaitlyn Weaver.  Jordan takes us behind the scenes of the charity fundraising stream that brought the international skating community together to raise funds for the UN's COVID-19 relief efforts. Featuring New York states of mind, Torville and Dean, figure skating vs. football, and an exciting sneak peak at Jordan's next project! You can still stream Open Ice Live and donate! https://openicelive.com/ FOLLOW US On Ice Perspectives:  twitter: @iceperspectives (https://twitter.com/IcePerspectives) instagram: @oniceperspectives (https://www.instagram.com/oniceperspectives/) patreon: https://www.patreon.com/oniceperspectives Ice Tea Podcast: twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod

    30: Episode 29: The First Annual Icie Awards

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2020 60:12


    In this special season recap episode, Meghan and Neda take it upon themselves to personally deliver the figure skating awards show that everyone clearly wanted so badly. Featuring: Italian blonds, Australian oracles, the moral value of Dance Moms, and a quick detour into musical theatre history.  FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod) iceteapod.com (http://iceteapod.com/) “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    29: Episode 28: 4 Continents 4 Furious (Pt. 2: Men) with Camden Pulkinen

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2020 68:57


    Meghan and Neda conclude their coverage of the 2020 Four Continents Figure Skating Championships with a recap of the men's podium PLUS an interview with Team USA skater, 2018 U.S. Junior National Champion, and undisputed King of the Slappy Blouse, Camden Pulkinen! We chat with Camden about his first senior season, selfies with Yuzuru, the abstract art of skating, the philosophy of Pokémon, and the true power of plushies. FOLLOW CAMDEN: twitter @camdenpulk (https://twitter.com/camdenpulk) instagram @campulk (https://www.instagram.com/campulk/) FOLLOW US: twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod) iceteapod.com (http://iceteapod.com/) “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    28: Episode 27: 4 Continents 4 Furious (Pt. 1: Ladies)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2020 73:27


    In the first of an exciting two-parter, Meghan Earcleaner and Neda Valkilmer begin their coverage of the 2020 Four Continents Championships with a recap of the ladies' events. Featuring: environmentalism, Oscar bait skates, local schoolgirls, teenage dreams, and plushie gender theory. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod) iceteapod.com (http://iceteapod.com/) “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    27: Episode 26: Euros 2020!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2020 62:19


    Episode 26: Euros 2020! Happy Valentines day, Ice Cubes! Neda and Meghan attempt to do an adorable cutesy itty bitty baby mini episode for you as a treat but can’t contain their love and it ends up being an hour long. What can we say, everything happened at Euros SO MUCH! Featuring: brevity(?), the extended Benoit Richaud cinematic universe, and Bulgaria Corner. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod) iceteapod.com (http://iceteapod.com/) “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    26: Episode 25: 2020 US Nationals!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2020 101:37


    On this VERY SPECIAL Ice Tea Podcast episode, Meghan and Neda are having major deja vu, since this is the first event we've covered TWICE! And look how far we've come--this year Meghan got to see U.S. Nationals live in Greensboro (thanks USFS!) and has returned with stories for days. Featuring: Motherf*cking kindness, Baby Nyoda, a tapdancing mouse, middle school dance fashion, wooing and booing, and Plushie Corner Tips N' Tricks!  FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod) iceteapod.com (http://iceteapod.com/) “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    25: Episode 24: (Inter)National Recap!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2020 96:22


    In this episode, Meghan and Neda attempt to summarize an entire month's worth of national competitions in an hour and a half, and announce some exciting news!  FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod) iceteapod.com (http://iceteapod.com/) “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    24: Episode 23: The Grand Prix Final Part 2: LADIES!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2019 98:26


    Should auld Grand Prix Series be forgot and never brought to mind?  Neda and Meghan wrap up the first half of a truly memorable season by covering the ladies event at the Grand Prix Final. Featuring: Seasonal Poetry, nervous shaky dogs, life changing tadpoles, fairness, fire emojis, pancake, ice cream, french fries, hamburger, milkshake, donut, and chocolate chocolate!  FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod) iceteapod.com (http://iceteapod.com/) “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    The Ice Tea Podcast Presents: A Visit From St. Bitcholas

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2019 2:49


    Happy Holidays from the Ice Tea Podcast! You've ended the year on the (n)ice list, so we've prepared a special gift just for you: a summary of the recent Russian drama...IN THE FORM OF SEASONAL POETRY!  Stay tuned for the thrilling conclusion of our Grand Prix Final coverage coming soon, and in the meantime please enjoy this, the pinnacle of human literary achievement. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod) iceteapod.com (http://iceteapod.com/) “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    23: Episode 22: The Grand Prix Final Part 1: MEN!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2019 90:10


    Neda and Meghan embark on a fantastical journey through the men’s event at the Grand Prix Final. Featuring quaint British idioms, international conflict resolution, functional and fashionable leg hair, spicy bedroom tips, and assorted deals with the devil just in time for Friday the 13th. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod) iceteapod.com (http://iceteapod.com/) “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    22: Episode 21: OMG NHK!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2019 64:14


    Neda and Meghan reach the home stretch of their Grand Prix Series coverage with the NHK Trophy! Featuring migration patterns of fashion snakes, romantic space travel, flexing on elementary schoolers, and plenty of mascot shenanigans! FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod) iceteapod.com (http://iceteapod.com/) “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    21: Episode 20: The Rosteleklook Cup

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2019 103:18


    Neda and Meghan’s recap of the Rostelecom Cup contains more guaranteed Klooks per minute than any other podcast, or your money back! Featuring: international mashed potato mail, choosing joy, This Shirt, ShomaGate2019, the Cup of Plusha, and Daddies. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod) iceteapod.com (http://iceteapod.com/) “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    20: Episode 19: Cup of China!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2019 99:54


    Meghan and Neda attempt to recap the Cup of China despite being pretty certain their brains were addled by the Glow Orbs. Featuring: the aforementioned Glow Orbs, glow ups, Dark and Edgy™ Vocaloids, bespoke ice cream, and what might be the most overstuffed plushie corner in history. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod) iceteapod.com (http://iceteapod.com/) “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    19: Episode 18: Internationaux de France de PARTY

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2019 112:56


    You wanna live fancy? Live in a big mansion? PARTY IN FRANCE? You better listen to this episode… Neda tells us all about what it was like seeing a Grand Prix event in REAL LIFE, and Meghan tries to contain her jealousy. Featuring: swears, death of the author, purple energy, and Neda's hot new 100%-not-one-sided relationship.  FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod) iceteapod.com (http://iceteapod.com/) “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    18: Episode 17: Skate Canada, Eh?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2019 102:44


    Meghan and Neda continue their coverage of the Grand Prix Series with a polite and friendly recap of Skate Canada International 2019 (which might also be a hard-hitting journalistic investigation into the global conspiracy of cars against figure skaters).   Featuring improvisational jazz, tabletop RPGs, Martian fashion, wine, and a visit from an extremely special guest correspondent!  FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod) iceteapod.com (http://iceteapod.com/) “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    17: Episode 16: Skate America!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2019 111:03


    Meghan and Neda kick off the Grand Prix Series with a recap of an extremely eventful Skate America. There was laughter. There were tears. And most importantly, there were some truly next-level plushies. Featuring dark edgy squirrels, grief, Shrek On Ice, copious amounts of introspection, discrimination against goths, and a lesson in porcupine anatomy. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod) iceteapod.com (http://iceteapod.com/) “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    16: Episode 15: This One's a Challenge

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2019 72:52


    A CHALLENGER APPROACHES! In this challenging episode, Meghan and Neda take on the challenge of recapping the Challenger Series so far, sharing which challenging moments challenged (and restored) their hearts, minds, and faith in humanity. Featuring flaps, tendrils, ironic trickster gods, Extremely Public Crushes, and maybe, JUST maybe, some thoughtful discussions about cultural appropriation on ice.  FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod iceteapod.com (http://iceteapod.com/) “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

    15: Episode 14: Ice Tea Perspectives (with Jordan Cowan)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2019 68:59


    On this super special episode of the Ice Tea Podcast, Meghan and Neda interview Jordan Cowan from OnIcePerspectives! Anything you can do, he can do backwards, in skates, holding expensive camera equipment. He’s here to tell us how he got started, where he’s going next, and how he plans on democratizing figure skating. Featuring hot Olympics takes, antique vacuum cleaners, and a fun and deeply unsafe drinking game.  FOLLOW US OnIcePerspectives:  twitter: @iceperspectives (https://twitter.com/IcePerspectives) instagram: @oniceperspectives (https://www.instagram.com/oniceperspectives/) patreon: https://www.patreon.com/oniceperspectives Ice Tea Podcast: twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod iceteapod.com (http://iceteapod.com/)

    14: Episode 13: Grand Prixview, ft. special guest DANIEL

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2019 82:57


    Meghan and Neda return from the off-season with a very special guest: Daniel, a real life honest-to-God Canadian! That's right, for one night only there's a THIRD nation in the Ice Tea family's international skating union as we attempt to predict how the first couple of events of the Grand Prix series will go down. Featuring extensive references to the now-outdated feral hogs meme, profound sacrilege, notes on camp, the world's fastest ice show recap, and the triumphant return of Speculative Math™! FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod (https://twitter.com/iceteapod) instagram @IceTeaPod (https://www.instagram.com/iceteapod/) @meghankelleher3 (https://twitter.com/meghankelleher3) @NedaMarie (https://twitter.com/NedaMarie) Guest star Daniel: @badopinion69 (https://twitter.com/badopinion69) iceteapod.com (http://iceteapod.com/)

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