Samovar Stories

Knowledge is power, and Graham Hill channels knowledge into inspiration and action through the green news site TreeHugger.com. As a serial “designpreneur,” Graham shares about the challenges of entrepreneurship, and how to make a difference through your work.

Knowledge is power, and Graham Hill channels knowledge into inspiration and action through the green news site TreeHugger.com. As a serial “designpreneur,” Graham shares about the challenges of entrepreneurship, and how to make a difference through your work.

Your money is your life, and good financial management is really, really important. Erica joins me for a pot of Earl Grey tea at Samovar where she speaks candidly on passion and money.

Your money is your life, and good financial management is really, really important. Erica joins me for a pot of Earl Grey tea at Samovar where she speaks candidly on passion and money.

As founder of New Leaf Paper, Jeff has been a visionary leader in the evolution of the green business community. We met over a pot of tea to discuss business as a force for good, the dirty side of the paper industry, and creating lasting change.

As founder of New Leaf Paper, Jeff has been a visionary leader in the evolution of the green business community. We met over a pot of tea to discuss business as a force for good, the dirty side of the paper industry, and creating lasting change.

I believe Jeff is soon to be a household name in business and social media, because of his really unique take on why and how to build relationships. Jeff and I sip some Downy Sprout at Samovar Sanchez and talk about why (and how) to build really deep relationships – for improved life, work, and … Continue reading Tea with Jeff Riddle: Downy Sprout, Bai Hao Oolong →

Virtually everyone you know uses craigslist.org. Finally, now, you can meet the maker: Craig! Nocturnal bliss is our tea of choice for this episode where Craig discusses how he got started, and what he’s up to with craigslist.

Virtually everyone you know uses craigslist.org. Finally, now, you can meet the maker: Craig! Nocturnal bliss is our tea of choice for this episode where Craig discusses how he got started, and what he’s up to with craigslist.

Bamboo cutlery? Yep – it’s taking the country by storm actually, and Stephanie Bernstein and her company are leading the way. Stephanie takes time out from a busy life to chill and chat over a pot of Wei Chi Cha. Stephanie is doing great things, and creating a great company. Join us for tea as … Continue reading Tea with Stephanie Bernstein: Wei Chi Cha, Masala Chai, Full Length Audio →

Bamboo cutlery? Yep – it’s taking the country by storm actually, and Stephanie Bernstein and her company are leading the way. Stephanie takes time out from a busy life to chill and chat over a pot of Wei Chi Cha. Stephanie is doing great things, and creating a great company. Join us for tea as … Continue reading Tea with Stephanie Bernstein: Wei Chi Cha, Masala Chai →

Tim and I have tea and talk creativity, motivation, inspiration, and a bit of tech. In this episode we  connect over a pot of Nishi First Flush organic green tea, which is super healthy, and talk about the creative process and how to get over fear. Stay tuned for an upcoming episode dedicated to his … Continue reading Tea with Tim Ferriss: First Flush Nishi Sencha, Orange Ginger, Full Length Audio →

Tim and I have tea and talk creativity, motivation, inspiration, and a bit of tech. In this episode we  connect over a pot of Nishi First Flush organic green tea, which is super healthy, and talk about the creative process and how to get over fear. Stay tuned for an upcoming episode dedicated to his … Continue reading Tea with Tim Ferriss: First Flush Nishi Sencha, Orange Ginger →

Chip and I sit down for some dinner and tea to chat about the relationship between psychology (Abraham Maslow) and work (Joie de Vivre and Samovar). How Maslow’s “hierarchy of needs” can be applied to the workplace for not only more bottom line profit, but perhaps more importantly, for  positive culture and joy (which incidentally … Continue reading Tea with Chip Conley: Monkey Picked Iron Goddess of Oolong, Nocturnal Bliss, Full Length Audio →

Chip and I sit down for some dinner and tea to chat about the relationship between psychology (Abraham Maslow) and work (Joie de Vivre and Samovar). How Maslow’s “hierarchy of needs” can be applied to the workplace for not only more bottom line profit, but perhaps more importantly, for  positive culture and joy (which incidentally … Continue reading Tea with Chip Conley: Monkey Picked Iron Goddess of Oolong, Nocturnal Bliss →

Dean runs a marathon every single day. Seriously. Then he comes home, makes breakfast for his kids, and then gets down to writing. He writes books about endurance, with the goal of inspiring others to do like him: live an actualized life. That is, live a life that you’re meant to live.  We enjoy a … Continue reading Tea with Dean Karnazes: Moorish Mint, Wuyi Oolong, Full Length Audio →

Dean runs a marathon every single day. Seriously. Then he comes home, makes breakfast for his kids, and then gets down to writing. He writes books about endurance, with the goal of inspiring others to do like him: live an actualized life. That is, live a life that you’re meant to live.  We enjoy a … Continue reading Tea with Dean Karnazes: Moorish Mint, Wuyi Oolong →

Fresh baked breakfast scones and strong black tea go great together, and Kevin and I enjoy them as we  chat about how he got started with social media site Digg.com. He’s not running Digg any longer, but he’s still going strong in his love for tea, and, well on his way with his newest tech startup.

Fresh baked breakfast scones and strong black tea go great together, and Kevin and I enjoy them as we  chat about how he got started with social media site Digg.com. He’s not running Digg any longer, but he’s still going strong in his love for tea, and, well on his way with his newest tech startup.

If you own a pair of shoes, sneakers, or sandals you probably know about Zappos.com. Or, if you read the book Delivering Happiness, then you also know Zappos.com. In this episode I meet with Tony Hsieh, CEO of Zappos.com, an amazing company that offers so much more than just shoes. We aren’t at Samovar in … Continue reading Tea with Tony Hsieh: Jasmine Pearl, Blood Orange Puerh, Full Length Audio →

Meet best selling author and Integrative Health leader Dr. Andrew Weil, and tech entrepreneur Kevin Rose and take time for tea with these two accomplished and inspiring guys. We talk about why tea is healthy for the mind, body and spirit, what kinds of rituals work for being healthy and “getting things done,” and why … Continue reading Tea with Dr. Andrew Weil and Kevin Rose: Royal Palace, Green Ecstasy, Ocean of Wisdom →