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It's the truth and it's coming from... me, Ruth - or at least my viewpoint on it! You'll hear my take on current events, things on my mind, and more. Stay tuned... you'll never know what the next cup of tea is about.

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    • Sep 15, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 18m AVG DURATION
    • 40 EPISODES


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    Cup 10 - Matchmaker, Matchmaker, Make Me a Match!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 17:06


    I want to become a Matchmaker! But there are other ways to find love as well. How have you found love? What is out there to help you? We'll chat about all of it in this cup of tea! Join us and share your stories.

    Living While Christian / Living While Black

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 20:54


    Do you have to "code switch" in any area of your life? How do you do it? In this cup, we discuss living as a Christian and living while Black and how we have to live dual lives most of the time. I would love to hear about how you adjust and code switch in your own life - share it with me on social media.

    Cup 8 - COVID... Still

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2022 19:05


    Are you one of the almost 100 million Americans who have had COVID? Well, let's chat about it in this Cup. COVID is still very much a thing around the world, and we're learning to cope with it better each year. How are you dealing with the realities of COVID? Tell us on our social media pages @TheTwithRuth

    Cup 7 - My Surgery and Recovery Process

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2022 19:21


    In today's Cup, I talk about my knee surgery and how my recovery is going. It's been a rough two weeks+ and I want to remember it all in case I ever have to go through something like this again! So, join me as I rant about the past 20 days and how it's been going. Thanks for listening!

    Cup 6 - A Refill: From Season 1, Cup 11 (April 15, 2020)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022 27:14


    Due to a recent knee surgery, I'm going into the T packets and revisiting an episode from Season 1, Cup 11 - Spring Cleaning. So, enjoy or re-enjoy this Cup as you listen in this week. Thanks for listening! I'll be back next week with fresh content for you. Enjoy your week!

    Cup 5 - Disappearing Democracy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 22:03


    Voting rights, Roe v Wade, Miranda Laws - we are seeing these things disappear right in front of our eyes! Let's chat about it in this episode. Tiffany D Cross Show - Miranda Laws https://www.facebook.com/TiffanyDCrossSayItLouder/videos/438779751121213/

    Cup 4 - Goals & Adulting

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 22:16


    How do you track and accomplish your goals? What goals are you working on right now? And what is "adulting" and how do you know if you are doing it well? Today we discuss some things that are typically overlooked in adulting. Listen up and get this tea, because it could save you lots of time and even money.

    Cup 3 - Hidden History

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 23:01


    What do Flag Day, Juneteenth, the US highway system, and flooded towns all have in common? They're all hidden history for the most part. There is so much history that we are just learning about in the recent years and I want you to learn about them just like I have been doing. Join me as we discuss some American history and learn a few things. Highways: The Daily Show w/ Trevor Noah - https://fb.watch/dGV0NhW96A/ Flooded cities: Amber Ruffin Show - https://www.facebook.com/AmberMRuffin/videos/2726099951015047/

    Cup 2 - What's New in the Brew?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 11:40


    Welcome to Season 3!!! In today's episode, I talk about what's new with the podcast and what's new in my life. It's been six months since we last had a Cup, so welcome back! I'm excited to share what is happening, so grab a cup and join me! Thanks for listening!!

    Season 3 - Trailer: I'm baaaaaack!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2022 5:00


    Welcome back to The T with Ruth! We are jumping into Season 3 with a whole world of change. Well, COVID is still around, but lots of other things have changed. The US economy is a mess, there's an ongoing war in the Ukraine against Russia, it's an election year, mass shootings are still happening, and if we only focus on the negative this would be a depressing podcast! So, we are also going to talk about some of my own personal goals - like writing a book, losing weight, my marriage (I's married ya'll), travel, and much more! Grab your cup because we're back!! See you next week! In the meantime, go ahead and catch up on Seasons 1 & 2. Thanks for listening!

    Cup 15 - Final Call (for the season)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2022 20:24


    Happy new year!! As we enter a new year, I look back on all of the episodes and add new info, corrections, or just chat about it. I truly appreciate you listening this season and I would love it if you joined in the conversation by commenting, following, and sharing. That's a wrap for Season 2 - I'll be back in 2022 with another season - see you then! Have a blessed, fun, prayerful 2022. Thank you!!

    Cup 14 - Looking Back and Looking Ahead - A Year in Review: 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 15:41


    It's the end of the year already! Where did the time go? What happened in 2021? This Cup gives you a month by month list of important events that happened here in the US. It was a great year for some and not so great for others. How was it for you? What happened to you in 2021 and what would you like to happen in 2022. Share your thoughts with us. And Merry CHRISTmas! I pray that you are blessed this holiday season and surrounded by love wherever you are! Thanks for listening!!

    Cup 13 - Welcome Omicron! *sigh*

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 14:15


    Nooo! Not again! Another new year and another Coronavirus variant - the Omicron variant. What do we know about it so far? Where is it? Is it worst than the Delta variant? We will chat about all of these questions and more on today's episode. Thanks for listening!

    Cup 12 - What in the World is Going on?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 16:16


    World events - let's chat about them! In this episode, we travel the globe to discuss some things happening in the world and here in the US. What's interesting to you? What stories are you following? Please share them with us on The T with Ruth on social media. Thanks for listening!

    Cup 11 - Rethinking Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2021 19:01


    Toxic relationships - we all know someone who is toxic in our lives. And if you don't know someone toxic, YOU might be that person! Relationships come in many different forms - individual/personal, family, friendships, religious, work, and there are others. We are going to touch on each of these relationship and why it is important to create healthy boundaries that help you to maintain your mental peace and sanity - because who else is going to do that for you? Thanks for listening!

    Cup 10 - A Different America

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2021 23:00


    The past election in 2020 brought to light a lot of stark differences in our country - differences that still linger. In American history, I don't recall people still rallying behind the loosing opponent and still displaying the loser's banners and flags. But here we are in 2021 and there are still rallies and people talking about a lost election. What else have you noticed that is different in our changing America? How did gas lighting and fear mongering become common words in the past few years? Do you know what critical race theory is? Let's chat about it all in this episode of The T with Ruth. Thanks for listening!

    Cup 9 - The After Effects of COVID

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2021 18:54


    Did you lose your job last year during the pandemic? Were you affected mentally, financially, spiritually, or physically? Do you find it hard to get back to "normal"? Well, join the crowd! In this cup, we'll chat about what has happened after COVID and how it is affecting our daily lives. Grab a cup of tea and join the conversation! Thanks for listening!

    Cup 8 - Let's chat about COVID - again!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2021 18:53


    Four score and many years ago... well, that's what it feels like! It's been 1 1/2 years since we have been living in our "new normal" with the Coronavirus. March 2020 was a turning point for us in N America, and we have been dealing with this virus ever since. What changes would you like to see made permanent? What do you wish would go back to how things were in 2019? We talk about it all in this cup of tea. Join us!

    Cup 7 - Weight a Minute: A Cup of Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2021 21:57


    Eating out, cooking, keto vs paleo, Jenny, intermittent fasting, Weight Watchers, exercising - it's all too much! Did you know that the diet industry is a 70+ BILLION dollar business? And that's with a 95% failure rate! Why is it that 70% of Americans are overweight? What are we doing? How do we improve and treat our bodies better? We will discuss all of this and so much more on this Cup of Health because honestly, this is the only body (temple) we have - we MUST do better to help it last longer.

    Cup 6 - Protests and Change?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2021 21:07


    Have you ever wondered if protests and demonstrations actually work? I think they do make a difference, and in today's conversation we are going to talk about some of the changes that happened since the Summer of 2020. Police reform, people of color attaining high ranking positions, honest conversations about race relations, and much more took place. But did real change occur? You be the judge as you listen to this week's episode. Thanks for listening and share this cup of tea with a friend!

    Cup 5 - The Summer of 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2021 19:16


    Grab a cup of tea as we head back in time during this episode - back to the summer of 2020 when the streets were crowded with protesters and the world woke up and took note of the racial injustices around the globe. There were international communities that came together to support one cause, one man - George Floyd. The world watched (because COVID left many of us to sit at home fixated on a TV screen or a computer screen) as George was murdered by a cop on camera in front of the world. Join me as I take you on a live protest in May of 2020. We will continue this conversation next week as we discuss what has changed since The Summer of 2020. Thanks for listening!

    Cup 4 - A Cup of Tolerance

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2021 20:10


    A lot has happened in America since Season 1 ended and I want to chat about some of it. What are your thoughts about the racial state of America (and the world) right now? Tolerance - what exactly is being tolerant? This week, I ramble on about some of my experiences - recent and past - with other people from different viewpoints. Grab a cup of tea and join me in the conversation. Thanks for listening!!

    Cup 3 - Another Cup of Counseling

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2021 15:18


    Counseling, therapy, whatever you call it - go get some! We're talking about this topic again because it's super important and needs to be discussed freely, openly, and honestly and without judgement, stigma or shame. WE ALL NEED COUNSELING. You'll understand my thoughts and my take on this in the Cup this week. And be sure to listen to Episode 13 of Season 1 for another chat on counseling. So grab a cup of tea and enjoy!

    Cup 2 - My Podcast Playlists & YouTube Channels

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 21:28


    What are you listening to right now? What's playing on your MP3 player? (If you don't get that, you're too young for this podcast - LOL.) In this week's Cup, I share with you what is on my podcast playlist and what I watch on YouTube. I would love to hear what you are listening to and watching as well, so please share!!

    Season 2 Teaser (sort of, LOL)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021 6:39


    OK, guess what? WELCOME BAAAAAACK!!! Yes, f.i.n.a.l.l.y. I'm back. Yay!! Well, officially I'll be back next week - this is just to let you know to get your listening ears ready!! Sooo, Cup 2 (of Season 2) is coming back next week. And we will have lots of new topics to discuss, some old topics to revisit, and even a live episode from the streets! Anyhoo, I'm excited and happy to have you join me for this new season - so let's gooooo!! Thanks for listening!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Cup 15 - Last Call

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2020 13:18


    All good things must come to an end - but not forever! This is just the final Cup for Season 1, but I'll be back in a few weeks with a bigger and better podcast, so be sure to spread the word, share the podcast, and join in on social media with the discussions. This week is a wrap up for Season 1, my plans for the future, and I share some interesting statistics about the podcast. THANK YOU sooo much for your support and for listening each week - I truly appreciate you. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Cup 14 - Digital Disease

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2020 19:44


    We all know about the Coronavirus, but do you know about the Digital Disease? Chances are you have it, and you are unaware. In this Cup of Tea, we will discuss our addiction to our phones and digital devices. Are you addicted? How can you break free from your addiction? Grab your cup of tea and let's talk about it and even better, let's break the addiction! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Cup 13 - A Cup of Counseling

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 21:32


    Counseling/therapy - is it for you? The Coronavirus has brought about a lot of emotions that need to be processed - and what better way to process them than in counseling? But what about the stigma surrounding counseling? How do we break negative and harmful cycles? We'll discuss all of this and more and even how you can find a therapist - because WE ALL need one. Follow us on social media to discuss and add to the conversation. #JesusAndTherapy --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Cup 12 - Coronavirus Conspiracy Theories

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2020 24:43


    Conspiracy theories - either you love them or hate them. Well, I personally I love them! And in this Cup, I share with you some of the conspiracy theories surrounding the COVID-19. How did it start? Is there a cure or a vaccine? Can your phone give you the Coronavirus? I discuss all of these theories and more, so grab a cup of tea and join me as we chat Coronavirus conspiracies. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Cup 11 - Spring Cleaning!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 26:12


    Welcome Spring! And how do you welcome spring during the Coronavirus - by Spring Cleaning, of course! We can't go anywhere so we might as well stay home and clean. In today's cup, I briefly go over the history of Spring Cleaning and give some ideas on what and where to tackle in your homes. And even beyond your home, we talk about other places that might need cleaning during this season. Let's do this together - because misery loves company. So put on some good music and let's clean! Be sure to join on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to add your stories and suggestions about Spring Cleaning. "In Springtime, the only pretty ring time, birds sing, hey ding, a-ding a-ding, sweet lovers love, the spring." W. Shakespeare and Willy Wonka. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Cup 10 - A "reCup" - a recap of the past episodes

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2020 19:39


    Yay!! It's Cup 10 and I'm sooo super excited! The T with Ruth has been airing for two whole months now and I wanted to celebrate with a "re-Cup", also known as a recap, of the past episodes. I look forward to seeing what the future holds, and I can't wait to share more moments and memories with you all. Thanks for coming along on the journey so far and having a cup of tea in the coffee shop with me each week. Please remember to jump on social media and like, comment, and share your thoughts about the episode. I'm onFacebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube all under "The T With Ruth". Thanks again for listening - I truly appreciate and value your support. Stay safe and stay healthy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Cup 9 - Coronavirus Craziness

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2020 23:38


    Today is April Fool's Day, but this Coronavirus is no joke! Are you sick and tired of hearing about the Coronavirus, well guess what? We have at least another month to be quarantined and deal it. Yep, the US has been put on an extended "stay at home" order so that we can try to stop the spread of this deadly disease. How will you handle these next few months? Grab a cup of tea and listen to some thoughts about this crazy time we're living in and how you can make each week a little more bearable. Join us on social media and share your thoughts and ideas as well. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Cup 8 - Quaran-time! How are you handling the quarantine?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2020 19:35


    The COVID-19 or Coronavirus is still ravishing the world - and in the US it's quarantine time. We're being asked to stay indoors, but pretty soon we may be on lock down. What are you doing during the "stay at home" order? How do you plan to quarantine successfully? Grab a cup and listen to some ideas on how to come out of this pandemic even better than how we entered it. Please join us on social media to share you thoughts and ideas on how you plan to quarantine. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Cup 7 - Bucket Lists

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2020 26:08


    Where in the world would you like to be right now? Well, I'm recording from Panama City, Panama and I love it!!

    Cup 6 - Not So Reality TV

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2020 22:06


    Reality TV: You either love it or you hate it - there's rarely a happy in-between. Which shows do you watch religiously and what is your favorite? One of my guilty pleasures is "Cheaters" - I know, it's pathetic, but I find it quite amusing. In today's Cup, we'll discuss reality TV, including the newest hype - Love is Blind. Is it though? Join me in the coffee shop as I give my thoughts on reality television. Don't forget to jump in the conversation on social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube). Thanks for listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Cup 5 - Coronavirus - Please Make It Stop

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2020 18:19


    It's EVERYWHERE you turn - news about the COVID-19, the Coronavirus. So what you are doing to prepare? How do you plan to handle this pandemic as it crosses the globe? Well, it's here in the US, so you need to do something - why not listen to my thoughts on Corona and what you can do about it. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Cup 4 - Education - the hot mess

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2020 19:38


    Grab a cup and have a seat - this one is hot. What's your perception of education? Did you have a positive or negative experience at school? In this Cup, we'll talk about education (the not so great side of it) and what you can do to help make it a better place. Don't forget to join the conversation on social media. Find me on "The T with Ruth" on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. Enjoy the tea, ya'll. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Cup 3 - Driving and Personalities

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2020 15:05


    What does your driving say about your personality? Can you know someone based on their driving habits? Well, in this Cup you'll hear about four types of drivers and how driving can show your true personality. Grab a cup and let's take a ride together. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Cup 2 - Online dating - Why does it have to be so difficult?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2020 15:36


    Valentine's Day is upon us yet again. That can be either dreadful or exciting for you. In honor of this love-ly celebration, I've decided to give you the tea on my online dating experiences so far. Listen, some of this can be material for a comedy show, so grab a cup and let me give you the tea! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Cup 1 - Welcome to "The T with Ruth"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2020 7:08


    Welcome to the first cup of tea (episode) on The T with Ruth. Thank you for listening! I hope to entertain, inspire, motivate, and just give you the "t" - my version of the truth - about things happening today. In this Cup, I explain my purpose for starting this podcast and an inside look on how I got to this point - actually recording it! Thanks again for listening - now, grab a real cup and let's spill the tea! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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