Podcasts about rekaya gibson

In teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features blackberry sage by The Republic of Tea. In tea talk, she reviews the Breville IQ electric tea kettle. In tea news, Gibson shares the tea flavors of the year by Beck Flavors and mentions the World Tea Conference and Expo coming up in March. Mentioned in this episode: Breville IQ Tea Kettle amazon.com/shop/rekayagibson (affiliate link) The Republic of Tea - republicoftea.com  World Tea Conference and Expo worldteaexpo.com    Source: Kiel, A. 2023, Jan. 11. Experts Name Black Sesame, Garden Mint, London Fog Among Flavors of the Year. World Tea News. bit.ly/3GUktRx

In teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features honeybush tea by Numi. In tea talk, she discusses honeybush tea, an herbal tea native to South Africa. In tea news, she announces the expansion of Clipper, a British-based tea company, to the United States. Mentioned in This Episode: Numi Tea, numitea.com  What is honeybush tea? What are the health benefits of honeybush tea? What are the side effects of honeybush tea? How to prepare honeybush tea? South Africa Clipper, clipper-teas.com Sources: Kiel, A. (2022, June 29). U.K.-based Clipper Tea Expands in the United States with New Packaging and Flavors. worldteanews.com/retail/uk-based-clipper-tea-expands-united-states-new-packaging-and-flavors Lang, A. (2020, May 19). Honeybush Tea: Benefits and Side Effects. Healthline. healthline.com/nutrition/honeybush-tea#bottom-line WebMD. Health Benefits of Honeybush Tea. webmd.com/diet/health-benefits-honeybush-tea#1

In teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features Happy to Be Me, an herbal blend by MEplusTea. In tea talk, she discusses the difference between loose-leaf tea and tea bags. In tea news, she announces a free Virtual Tea Chat event with MEplusTea in honor of National Tea Day on April 21, 2022 (United Kingdom). Mentioned in This Episode: MEplusTea – www.meplustea.com Happy to Be Me tea by MEplusTea – https://www.meplustea.com/product-page/happy-to-be-me MEplusTea Virtual Tea Chat registration (April 21, 2022) – www.rekayagibson.com/teachat MEplusTea Sample Tea Box - https://www.meplustea.com/product-page/sample-tea-box Source: Goodwin, L. (2019, October 2). “Teabags vs. Loose Leaf Tea: Why is Loose Leaf Tea Better Than Teabags?.” The Spruce Eats. https://www.thespruceeats.com/teabags-vs-loose-leaf-tea-766321

In honor of Women's History Month, hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears have a conversation with Sonja Stills, the first female Commissioner of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) and HBCU Division I sports. She discusses her short- and long-term goals for the MEAC. She shares her professional milestones. She also talks about what fueled her interest in sports; and how she made her mark in a male-dominated industry. #KeepItSporty About Sonja Stills Sonja O. Stills has been a respected, well-known staple within the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference for the past 19 years, and on Jan. 1, 2022, she took over as commissioner -- becoming the first female commissioner in the conference's history, as well as the first female commissioner of a Div. I HBCU conference. With a proven track record of accountability, efficiency, and passion, Stills has risen through the ranks within the MEAC, beginning with her tenure at the conference in October 2002. Stills has made a name for herself among her peers and other industry professionals for her never-ending dedication to the conference and its student-athletes, ability to grow and innovate, organization, team-first mentality, and goal-achieving initiative. In January 2021, Stills was promoted to Chief of Staff/Chief Operating Officer of the MEAC. In her new role, she ensures that the Commissioner is carrying out the strategic objectives of the Council of Chief Executive Officers and the Delegate Assembly. Stills remains the lead on all hiring, strategic and long-range planning, re-branding, and marketing, NCAA Name, Image and Likeness (NIL), conference budget, the renewal of the MEAC Basketball Tournament with the City of Norfolk, and all special events and activities. Stills also serves as the Director of Esports, a new, cutting-edge initiative that began in the summer of 2020, as the conference and world continued to deal with the progression of the COVID-19 pandemic. She took charge in this new position, serving as the key driver in developing regulations for the MEAC Esports Community and developing the MEAC's esports strategy. Her goal is to enhance awareness of the MEAC's esports initiative by working with industry business leaders to encourage growth. Stills served as the Senior Associate Commissioner for Administration and Compliance (June 2012-21), Assistant Commissioner for Administration and Compliance (July 2008-12), Executive Assistant to the Commissioner (July 2006-08), Senior Woman Administrator (June 2006-Present) and Director of Compliance (October 2002-08). Before arriving at the MEAC, Stills served as Hampton University's Coordinator of Athletic Academic Support for four years, three of those years she was appointed Senior Woman Administrator. While at Hampton, she created the university's first Athletic Academic Support Program and implemented the CHAMPS/LifeSkills Program. She provided academic advising, counseling, and assistance to student-athletes in areas of course selection, registration procedures, degree requirements, career planning, university resources and other related topics associated with academic performance for all sports programs. A 1993 graduate of Old Dominion University, Stills earned her bachelor's degree in Human Services Counseling. Three years later, she received a Master of Arts in Counseling (College Student Work Personnel) from Hampton University. She would later go on to graduate from the Sports Management Institute in 2002 and the NACWAA/HERS Institute for Administrative Advancement in 2008. Mentioned in This Episode: Historically black colleges and universities (HBCU) MEAC kick-off Title IX 50th Anniversary Celebration MEAC Esports Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Podcast Items of Interest: Listen and support Black Girls Talk Sports Podcast - https://www.blackgirlstalksports.com Join our Facebook Group (Women only) @BlackGirlsTalkSports Follow us on Instagram @BlackGirlsTalkSportsPodcast Download BGTS Android App for free in the Google Play Store https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsor: Food Temptress Cookbook Store – https://www.foodtemptress.com Sources: Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. 2022. “Sonja O. Stills. MEAC Sports. https://meacsports.com/staff.aspx?staff=2

In teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features Chocolate Drop by Tyme for Tea Online. In tea talk, she highlights six Black-owned tea brands for Black History Month. In tea news, she announces the World Tea Conference & Expo being held on March 21-23, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo Credit: Courtney Alexandria Mentioned in This Episode: Chocolate Drop by Tyme for Tea Online - https://tymeforteaonline.com/ Candid Tea - https://candidtea.com/ CALABASH Tea & Coffee - https://www.calabashtea.com/ Brown Leaf Tea Bar - https://www.brownleaftea.com/ Cup of Té - https://cupofte.com/ Thés Lac Rose - https://en.theslacrose.com/ World Tea Conference & Expo – https://www.worldteaexpo.com/

In honor of Black History Month, host Rekaya Gibson pays homage to Lucy Diggs Slowe, the first African American woman to win a national championship in any sport. In 1917, she secured the women's singles title at the first American Tennis Association championship. She attended Howard University and became one of the founding members of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. In 1922, Howard appointed her as the school's first dean of women, the first Black woman to hold the position at any college in the country. On October 21, 1937, Lucy Diggs Slowe passed away at the age of 52. She was inducted into the Black Tennis Hall of Fame in 2008. #KeepItSporty Mentioned in This Episode: Howard University, Washington, D.C. National Association of College Women National Council of Negro Women Podcast Items of Interest: Black Girls Talk Sports Podcast website at https://www.blackgirlstalksportspodcast.com Facebook Group (Women only) @BlackGirlsTalkSports Podcast Sponsor: Food Temptress Cookbook Store – https://www.foodtemptress.com Sources: Black Tennis Hall of Fame. (2021, March 2). “Women's History Month: The Women of Black Tennis Hall of Fame.” BlackTennisHallofFame.com. https://www.blacktennishalloffame.com/2021/03/womens-history-month-women-of-black.html Butler, A. (2021, October 21). “Howard University Gives Tribute to the Legacy of Lucy Diggs Slowe with Street Designation Ceremony.” Howard University. https://newsroom.howard.edu/newsroom/article/15196/howard-university-gives-tribute-legacy-lucy-diggs-slowe-street-designation Howard University. (2022). “Pittsburgh Courier: Buildings.” Digital Howard. https://dh.howard.edu/pittcourier_buildings/7/ Maryland Commission for Women. (2011). “Maryland Women's Hall of Fame: Lucy Diggs Slowe.” Maryland State Archives. https://msa.maryland.gov/msa/educ/exhibits/womenshall/html/slowe.html Wikipedia Contributors. (2022, February 21). “Lucy Diggs Slowe.” Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Lucy_Diggs_Slowe&oldid=1072717037 Young, S.M. (2021, March 20). “Changed the Game: Lucy Diggs Slowe was 1st Black Woman to Win National Title, and It's a Footnote to Her Extraordinary Life.” Yahoo Sports. https://www.yahoo.com/video/womens-history-month-lucy-diggs-slowe-tennis-alpha-kappa-alpha-120056385.html

In honor of the 36th Annual National Girls and Women in Sports Day (February 2, 2022), hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears discuss women athletes and sports figures they admire. Powered by the Women's Sports Foundation (WSF), this celebration inspires girls and women to play and be active, to realize their full power. This year's event will also serve as the kickoff of WSF's activations for the 50th Anniversary of Title IX, happening throughout 2022. #KeepItSporty Mentioned in This Episode: Indiana University Diver Kristen Hayden Las Vegas Aces Head Coach Becky Hammon Sportscaster Jayne Kennedy Overton South Carolina University Head Coach Dawn Staley Chicago Sky Candace Parker Professional Golfer Shasta Averyhardt Professional Golfer Cheyenne Woods Michigan University Basketball Player Naz Hillmon Women's Sports Foundation - www.womenssportsfoundation.org Podcast Items of Interest: Black Girls Talk Sports Podcast website at https://www.blackgirlstalksportspodcast.com Facebook Group (Women only) @BlackGirlsTalkSports Podcast Sponsor: Food Temptress Cookbook Store – https://www.foodtemptress.com Sources: Barnes, A. (2021, December 14). Indiana University Diver Becomes First Black Woman to Win National Title. Changing America. https://thehill.com/changing-america/respect/diversity-inclusion/585771-indiana-university-diver-becomes-first-black Baruch, Y. (2021, December 14). Kristen Hayden Become First Black Woman to Win US Senior National Diving Title. Blavity. https://blavity.com/kristen-hayden-become-first-black-woman-to-win-us-senior-national-diving-title?category1=news Hill, G.A. (2021, November 13). A Little Nylon Goes a Long Way: Dawn Staley Extends a Tradition with a Package of Inspiration. The Washington Post. https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2021/11/13/dawn-staley-south-carolina-sends-net-black-women-coaches/ The Hilltop Staff. (2021, February 24). Jayne Kennedy Overton: Living Black History. The Hilltop. https://thehilltoponline.com/2021/02/24/jayne-kennedy-overton-living-black-history/ Mention, B. (2021, December 15). Kristen Hayden Just Became the First Black Woman to Win National Diving Title. Essence. https://www.essence.com/news/kristen-hayden-1st-black-woman-diver-title/ Sanders, B. (2021, October). Historic Moves: Dawn Staley Becomes Highest-Paid Black Head Coach in Women's Basketball. News One. https://newsone.com/4241874/dawn-staley-university-of-south-carolina-contract-extension/amp/ University of Michigan. (2022). 2021-22 Women's Basketball Roster: Naz Hillmon. MGoBlue.com. https://mgoblue.com/sports/womens-basketball/roster/naz-hillmon/22275 Voepel, M. (2021, December 31). Becky Hammon Officially Named Coach of Las Vegas Aces; Gregg Popovich Says She Has All Tools to Succeed. ESPN. https://www.espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/32970074/becky-hammon-thrilled-back-wnba-las-vegas-aces Wikipedia Contributors. (2022, January 27). Becky Hammon. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Becky_Hammon Wikipedia Contributors. (2022, January 23). Jayne Kennedy. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jayne_Kennedy

In teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features Taylors of Harrogate Lemon and Ginger Tea. January is National Hot Tea Month. In tea talk, she shares 10 ways to celebrate National Hot Tea Month. In tea news, she mentions the Laneway Tea Festival scheduled for February 12, 2022, in Brisbane, Australia. Mentioned in This Episode: Taylors of Harrogate Lemon and Ginger Tea - https://www.taylorsofharrogate.com/ “Tea Blending 101” hosted by Just Add Honey Tea Company - https://justaddhoney.net/ and https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tea-blending-101-tickets-248841861707?aff=ebdsoporgprofile Food Temptress Cookbook Store - https://bookshop.org/shop/FoodTemptressCookbookStore Podcast episode: “Tea-Inspired Cookbooks”- https://steepingaroundwithrekaya.libsyn.com/tea-inspired-cookbooks Spotify – “Afternoon Tea Piano Playlist – Perfect Background Music for Tea Time” - https://open.spotify.com/album/2M8T3D4jWFFL5EnqiOhGMl Taste of Home: Earl Grey Tea Cookies - https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/earl-grey-tea-cookies/ Rekaya Gibson's Amazon page: “Gift Ideas for Tea Lovers” - https://www.amazon.com/shop/rekayagibson Sources: Brisbane City Council. (2021, December 21). “BrisAsia Festival: Laneway Tea Festival.” Brisbane, Queensland, Government (Australian). https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/whats-on-and-events/event/laneway-tea-festival-156939600

In teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features Indigo Punch by Harney & Sons. In Tea Talk, she visits Reignforest Tea Bar in Chesapeake, Virginia in her “Steeping” around segment. In Tea News, she mentions author Emily Winfield Martin's collaboration with Harney & Sons. Mentioned in This Episode: Harney & Sons, Indigo Punch - www.harney.com Reignforest Tea Bar (Chesapeake, Virginia) - www.reignforestco.com Sources: Penguin Random House News. (2021, August 23). Author/Illustrator Emily Winfield Martin Extends Her Brand With "Wonderful Things" Tea. Penguin Random House. https://global.penguinrandomhouse.com/announcements/author-illustrator-emily-winfield-martin-extends-her-brand-with-wonderful-things-tea/

Host Angela Spears attends the Princeton University vs Harvard University football game on Saturday, October 23, 2021. She chats with co-host Rekaya Gibson about the Ivy League Football matchup that went into five overtimes. They share several reasons why you should watch Ivy League Football. They also mention some fun facts about Ivy League Football. #KeepItSporty Mentioned in This Episode: Nicholas Hilliard, Princeton University Football Podcast Items of Interest: Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us the Facebook Group (Women only) @BlackGirlsTalkSports Download free Android App in the Google Play Store Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com Sources: Associated Press. (2021, October 24). Ivy League Says Officiating Mistake Cost Harvard Crimson OT Victory Over Princeton Tigers in Football Game. ESPN. https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/32465969/ivy-league-says-officiating-mistake-cost-harvard-crimson-ot-victory-princeton-tigers Black, A. (2012, April 9). College Football: A Look at Ivy League Football Stadiums. Bleacher Report. https://bleacherreport.com/articles/1137424-college-football-a-look-at-ivy-league-football-stadiums NCAA. (2021). FCS Football: The Ivy League. NCAA.com. https://www.ncaa.com/standings/football/fcs/ivy-league NCAA. (2021). FCS Football. NCAA.com. https://www.ncaa.com/rankings/football/fcs/fcs-coaches-poll Princeton University Football. (2021). 2021 Football Roster. Princeton University. https://goprincetontigers.com/sports/football/roster/cole-smith/19322  Princeton University Football. (2021). Harvard vs PRIN (Oct 23, 2021). Princeton University. https://princeton_ftp.sidearmsports.com/custompages/statistics/fb/2021/prin0621.htm  Wikipedia Contributors. (2021, July 20). List Of Ivy League Football Champions. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=List_of_Ivy_League_football_champions&oldid=1034488397

In teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features Flamingo Vanilla Chai by David Rio. In tea talk, she discusses the history of chai. She explains what chai is; what chai means; and what chai is made of; and what the health benefits of chai are. In tea news, she announces the opening of Namaste Chai in Fargo, North Dakota. Mentioned in This Episode: Flamingo Vanilla Chai by David Rio - https://www.davidrio.com Rani Singh, Owner of Namaste Chai (Fargo, North Dakota) – https://www.facebook.com/namastechaifargo   Sources: Chai Direct. (2021). 10 Things You Should Know. Chai-Direct.com. https://www.chaidirect.com/10-Things-You-Should-Know-About-Chai-s/195.htm Hurley, B. (2021, September 6). West Fargo Woman Brings Traditional Chai Tea to the Metro. Valley News Live. https://www.valleynewslive.com/2021/09/06/west-fargo-woman-brings-traditional-chai-tea-metro/ Krishna, P. (2019, February 8). What Is Chai and How to Make It. Food & Wine. https://www.foodandwine.com/tea/chai-tea/what-is-chai-how-to-make-chai New World Encyclopedia contributors. (2018, August 31). Masala chai. New World Encyclopedia. https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/p/index.php?title=Masala_chai&oldid=1014299. Petre, A. (2017, July 20). How Chai Tea Can Improve Your Health. Healthline. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/chai-tea#TOC_TITLE_HDR_7 Teatulia. (2021). Tea 101: What is Chai. Tetulia.com. https://www.teatulia.com/tea-varieties/what-is-chai.htm

In teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features American Classic Tea by Charleston Tea Garden. In tea talk, she discusses the role of colored (Black) children who picked tea at Pinehurst Tea Plantation (Summerville, South Carolina) in the 1800s. Dr. Charles Shepard, the plantation owner, manages to produce award winning teas with their help. Gibson attributes the early success of growing tea in the United States to Black children. In tea news, she announces that the Kenya Tea Development Agency Limited Board approved an increase in monthly green leaf payments for farmers. Mentioned in This Episode: American Classic Tea – www.charlestonteagarden.com Charleston Tea Garden – www.charlestonteagarden.com Dr. Charles U. Shepard, Owner of Pinehurst Tea Plantation, Summerville, South Carolina Sources: Kiel, A. (2021, September 1). KTDA Enhances Tea Farmer Earnings, Approves Green Leaf Payment Increase. World Tea News. https://www.worldteanews.com/origins/ktda-enhances-tea-farmer-earnings-approves-green-leaf-payment-increase The Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs: Photography Collection, The New York Public Library. (1898 - 1931). Pinehurst Tea Gardens, Summerville, South Carolina. https://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/510d47da-5468-a3d9-e040-e00a18064a99 Shepard, C. U. (1899) Tea culture: The Experiment in South Carolina. Washington, Govt. print. off. [Web.] Library of Congress. https://lccn.loc.gov/agr09001862. South Carolina Historical Society. (2019, February 8). State's 1st Child Labor Law Passed February 1903. The Sumter Item. https://www.theitem.com/stories/states-1st-child-labor-law-passed-february-1903,322461

In teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features Pineapple Mint by Shaka Tea. In tea talk, she shares the history of growing tea in the United States from 1799 to present day. In tea news, she announces the launch of Mavusana Premium Rooibos Tea in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa. Mentioned in This Episode: Shaka Tea - www.shakatea.com Mamaki, a native plant of Hawaii André Michaux, French Botanist Henry Middleton Dr. Junius Smith Dr. Alexis Forster Dr. Charles Shepard, Pinehurst Tea Plantation, Summerville, South Carolina Thomas J. Lipton Incorporated Mark Fleming and William Barclay Hall Charleston Tea Garden – www.charlestonteagarden.com American Classic Tea, a 100% tea from America's own tea garden Bigelow Tea Company - www.bigelowtea.com U.S. League of Tea Growers – www.usteagrowers.com Mavusana Premium Rooibos Tea - www.mavusana.co.za Stellenbosch, Western Cape in South Africa Bibliography: Charleston Tea Garden. (2021). Our History: The Charleston Tea Garden's History. Charleston TeaGarden.com. https://charlestonteagarden.com/history Griesbach, R.J. (2013). 150 Years of Research at the United States Department of Agriculture: Plant Introduction and Breeding. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Washington, DC. https://www.ars.usda.gov/oc/np/150yearsofresearchatusda/150yearsofresearchatusdaintro/ Helmer, J. (2017, March 28). Pinkies Up! A Local Tea Movement Is Brewing. NPR. https://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2017/03/28/521380607/pinkies-up-a-local-tea-movement-is-brewing IOL Reporter. (2021, August 19). This Stellenbosch Entrepreneur Has Created His Own Rooibos Tea Brand. GQ. https://www.gq.co.za/wealth/this-stellenbosch-entrepreneur-has-created-his-own-rooibos-tea-brand-f5d97941-94a4-472e-aec8-04572a3831df Neimark, J. (2016, August 23). Yes, America Has a Working Tea Plantation. We Visited It. NPR. https://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2016/08/23/488817144/america-s-only-full-time-tea-taster-talks-about-life-on-the-charleston-tea-plant Purvis, K. and (1997, October 8). Tea for Two. Chicago Tribune. https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-xpm-1997-10-08-9710080133-story.html Tatum, J. (2013, February 25). Tea times in Summerville. The Summerville Journal Scene. https://www.postandcourier.com/journal-scene/news/tea-times-in-summerville/article_e8f5c862-97b7-5a54-87fe-1e053e731088.html Webster, D. (2000). Two for Tea: America's only commercial tea crop is grown on an island with plants more than a century old. Smithsonian Magazine. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/two-for-tea-100768628/ Wikipedia Contributors. (2020, August 6). Charleston Tea Garden. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Charleston_Tea_Garden&oldid=971490436

In Teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features Decaffeinated Green Tea by Bigelow Tea Company. In Tea Talk, she discusses three tea-inspired cookbooks coming soon in August and September 2021. In Tea News, she shares details about Alaska's first tea farm. Mentioned in This Episode: Bigelow Tea Company – www.bigelowtea.com Bookshop.org - https://bookshop.org/shop/RekayaGibson (I'm an affiliate. I receive a small commission when you make purchase using this link.) “Come for Tea: Favorite Recipes for Scones, Savories and Sweets” by TeaTime Magazine and edited by Lorna Reeves “American Girl Tea Parties: Delicious Sweets & Savory Treats to Share” by Weldon Owen “Modern Teatime: Enjoying Together - Sweet and Salty Recipes for Every Occasion” / Modern Teatime: Gemeinsam genießen - süße und salzige Rezepte für jeden Anlass (German Edition) by Marco D'Andrea (Note: available on Amazon) Sipping Streams Tea Company – www.sippingstreams.com Source: Robyne, KUAC. (2021, June 6). For Alaska's First Tea Farm, Geothermal Energy is Key. Alaska Public Media. https://www.alaskapublic.org/2021/06/06/alaskas-first-tea-farm-in-fairbanks-is-geothermally-heated/

In Teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features Ito En Oi Ocha Unsweetened Green Tea, Japan's number one green tea brand. In Tea Talk, she discusses the difference between afternoon tea and high tea. Gibson compares the attire, times, settings, and menus for both. In Tea News, she announces Milo's Tea Company partnership with Auburn football's quarterback Bo Nix and Alabama defensive back Malachi Moore. Mentioned in this episode: Ito En Oi Ocha Unsweetened Green Tea – www.itoen.com Milo's Tea Company – www.drinkmilos.com Sources: The AfternoonTea.co.uk Team. (2021, August 3). Afternoon Tea Etiquette - Top 10 Dos & Don'ts. AfternoonTea.co.uk. https://afternoontea.co.uk/news-reviews/the-afternoontea-co-uk-team/afternoon-tea-etiquette-top-10-do-s-don-ts/    Avila, A. (2021, July 2). Why Alabama Fans are Done with Milo's Sweet Tea. Fox News. https://www.foxnews.com/sports/alabama-milos-famous-sweet-tea Brown, A. (2017, August 4). High Tea vs. Afternoon Tea. Teatime Magazine. https://www.teatimemagazine.com/high-tea-vs-afternoon-tea Hughes, A. (2021, July 3). Auburn Football: Alabama Fans Walk Back on Milo's Backlash. Fansided. https://flywareagle.com/2021/07/03/auburn-football-alabama-fans-milos/ Reiter, A. (2015, July) High Tea and Afternoon Tea Are Not the Same Thing. Food Network. https://www.foodnetwork.com/fn-dish/news/2015/07/high-tea-and-afternoon-tea-are-not-the-same-thing

In celebration of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) 25th Season, hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears share 25 WNBA facts. They include, but not limited to WNBA history, WNBA statistics, and WNBA fun trivia. #KeepItSporty Download your copy of the 25 WNBA Facts Here  Sources: Augustyn, A. (2021, May 26). Women's National Basketball Association. Encyclopedia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/topic/Womens-National-Basketball-Association Bean-Mellinger, B. (2020, September 22). What Sport Has the Highest Average Salary? Houston Chronicle. https://work.chron.com/sport-highest-average-salary-10203.html Brestar, A. and Peña, N. (2020, November 3). Seattle Storm: Making History in Trying Times. Seattle Spectator. https://seattlespectator.com/2020/11/03/seattle-storm-making-history-in-trying-times/ Brodsky, S. (2020, October 10). Sue Bird Won the 2020 WNBA Championship with the Seattle Storm, and She Just Made History. POPSUGAR. https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/how-many-wnba-championships-has-sue-bird-won-47859764 Cash, M. (2020, September 15). 7 WNBA Players Have Thrown Down Dunks Since the League Began — Here are Highlights of Each One. Insider, Inc. https://www.insider.com/wnba-players-dunk-video-highlights-2020-9 CBS and Associated Press. (2020, January 14). "Historic" WNBA Labor Deal to Hike Average Salary to $130,000, Provide Paid Maternity Leave. CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/wnba-salary-cba-new-labor-deal-hikes-average-salary-130000-paid-maternal-leave-today-2019-01-14/ Gibson, B. (2016, September 21). 9 Interesting Facts You Might Not Know About the WNBA. Sweety High. https://www.sweetyhigh.com/read/playoffs-wnba-sheryl-swoopes-fun-facts-092116 Guinness World Records. (2021). Tallest WNBA Player (Ever). Guinness World Records Limited. https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/629886-tallest-wnba-player Jope, C. (2019, July 18). NBA vs WNBA: Revenue, Salaries, Viewership, Attendance and Ratings. WSN. https://www.wsn.com/nba/nba-vs-wnba/#gref Lamonier, P. (2018, July 2). The Business of Being a WNBA Player. Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/sites/plamonier/2018/07/02/the-business-of-being-a-wnba-player/?sh=4e70c9c85af1 Queen Ballers Club. (2020, November 16). WNBA Facts: 25 Fascinating Finds. Queen Ballers Club. https://queenballers.club/basketball/wnba-facts Voepel, M. (2021, April 1). Geno Auriemma Wants 3-Point Arc Moved Back in Women's College Basketball. ESPN. https://www.espn.com/womens-college-basketball/story/_/id/31179808/geno-auriemma-wants-3-point-arc-moved-back-women-college-basketball Wikipedia Contributors. (2021, June 7). Sheryl Swoopes. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sheryl_Swoopes Wikipedia Contributors. (2021, June 7). WNBA Records. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WNBA_records#Most_points WNBA. (2021). History. NBA Media Ventures, LLC. https://www.wnba.com/history/ WNBA. (2021). Frequently Asked Questions: WNBA. NBA Media Ventures, LLC. https://www.wnba.com/faq/ WNBA. (2021). WNBA Advanced Stats. NBA Media Ventures, LLC. https://stats.wnba.com/alltime-leaders/ WNBA. (2021). Coaches. NBA Media Ventures, LLC. https://www.wnba.com/coaches/ WNBA. (2002, May 3). History of the WNBA. NBA Media Ventures, LLC. https://www.wnba.com/news/history-of-the-wnba-2002/ Podcast Items of Interest: Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us the Facebook Group (Women only) @BlackGirlsTalkSports Download free Android App in the Google Play Store Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

In Teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features Raspberry Iced Tea by Tejava. In Tea Talk, she discusses the history of Summerville, South Carolina, the official birthplace of sweet tea. She highlights its Sweet Tea Trail Guide, and she mentions some stops on the trail. In Tea News, she announces The Republic of Tea's launch of Beauty Brain. #NationalIcedTeaMonth Mentioned in this episode: Tejava – www.tejava.com Summerville, South Carolina – www.visitsummerville.com The Republic of Tea – www.republicoftea.com Sources: Overdeep, M. (2019, June 21). This Charming South Carolina Town is Known as The Birthplace of Sweet Tea. Southern Living. https://www.southernliving.com/news/summerville-sc-birthplace-of-sweet-tea Public Relations. (2021, April 1). The Republic of Tea Launches Innovative Beautifying Botanicals® Beauty Brain™ Tea. The Republic of Tea. https://the.republicoftea.com/media-releases/beautifying-botanicals-introduction/ Summerville Visitors Center. (2021). About Us. Summerville Visitors Center. https://www.visitsummerville.com/about Wikipedia Contributors. (2021, May 31). Summerville, South Carolina. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Summerville,_South_Carolina

In Teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features Orange Creamsicle by Southern Virginia Tea Company, a loose-leaf tea business based in Virginia Beach, Virginia. In Tea Talk, she discusses where to purchase Camellia sinensis (tea) plants. In Tea News, she mentions the launch of Coca-Cola Japan's “1,2 Cube” freeze-dried green tea cubes. Mentioned in this episode: Orange Creamsicle by Southern Virginia (SoVA) Tea Company (formerly Quintin Tea Room) - www.quintinstea.com Camellia Forest Nursery - www.camforest.com Camellia Shop - www.camelliashop.com OldSouthCamellias – www.etsy.com Coca-Cola Japan's 1,2, Cube - www.amazon.co.jp Sources: Grant, A. (2020, August 24). Gardening Know How: When to Harvest Tea Plants: Information on Tea Plant Harvesting. Gardening Know How. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/tea-plant/harvesting-tea-plants.htm Japan, G. (2021, May 17). Coca-Cola Japan Releases Freeze-Dried Green Tea and Coffee Cubes for Instant Brews. Japan Today. https://japantoday.com/category/features/new-products/coca-cola-japan-releases-freeze-dried-green-tea-and-coffee-cubes-for-instant-brews

In Teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features Fruity Paradise by Tiesta Tea. In Tea Talk, she explains what Bubble Tea is. The Taiwanese tea drink is also known as Boba, pearl milk tea, bubble milk tea. In Tea News, she shares an update on the tapioca pearl shortage in the United States. Mentioned in this episode: Tiesta Tea – www.tiestatea.com Fantasia Coffee & Tea, Cupertino, California Kung Fu Tea – www.kungfutea.com Chatime - www.chatime.com.tw/en/ CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice - www.cocobubbletea.com Gong Cha - www.gong-cha.com Sources: Allied Market Research. (2021). Bubble Tea Market Expected to Reach $4.3 Billion by 2027. Allied Analytics LLP. https://www.alliedmarketresearch.com/press-release/bubble-tea-market.html Browning, K. (2021, April 16). Another Unlikely Pandemic Shortage: Boba Tea. The New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/16/business/boba-shortage.html Kung Fu Tea. (2021). About Kung Fu Tea. Kung Fu Tea. https://www.kungfutea.com/about-kung-fu-tea Wikipedia Contributors. (2021, May 14). Bubble Tea. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bubble_tea Wikipedia Contributors. (2021, May 2). Tapioca Balls. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tapioca_balls

In Teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features Breakfast Blend by Fortnum & Mason. In Tea Talk, she discusses the history of National Tea Day in United Kingdom (UK), celebrated annually on April 21. In Tea News, she shares information about HumaniTea, UK’s first ready-to-drink vegan lattes. She also shares a fun fact about teatime. Mentioned in this episode: Fortnum & Mason - https://www.fortnumandmason.com Jammie Dodgers - https://www.burtonsbiscuits.com/ Cadbury Dairy Milk Whole Nut Chocolate - https://www.cadbury.co.uk Humanitea - https://humanitea.co.uk/ JusTea – https://justea.com Use coupon code for 20% off: steepingaround20 (valid until May 1, 2021) Sources: Admin. (2021, April 16). “National Tea Day 2021: When & How to Celebrate?” NationalDayTime.com. https://nationaldaytime.com/national-tea-day/ British Council. (2021). “National Tea Day.” https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/general-english/magazine/national-tea-day Humanitea. (2021). “Our Story.” https://humanitea.co.uk/about/ MatthewBlogger. (2016, November 11). “What exactly is British teatime?” British Council. https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/magazine/life-around-world/what-exactly-british-teatime National Today. (2021) “National Tea Day – April 21, 2021.” https://nationaltoday.com/national-tea-day/ Powell. E. (2021). “National Tea Day and 8 Other Tea Holidays You Should Celebrate.” Plum Deluxe. https://www.plumdeluxe.com/national-tea-day UK Tea and Infusions Association. (2021). “All you need to know about tea.” https://www.tea.co.uk/about-tea

In Teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features Southern Breeze Sweet Tea Half & Half Cold Brew Sweet Iced Tea. In Tea Talk, she discusses how to make southern sweet tea using Lipton Tea bags. In Tea News, she shares information about Afternoon Tea at the Historic Cavalier Hotel and Beach Club, Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States. Mentioned in this episode: JusTea – https://justea.com   Coupon code for 20% off: steepingaround20 (valid until May 1, 2021) Southern Breeze Sweet Tea - www.southernbreezesweettea.com. Southern Sweet Tea Recipe by Lipton Tea - https://www.lipton.com/us/en/world-of-tea/recipes/southern-sweet-tea.html Historic Cavalier Hotel and Beach Club (The Cavalier Virginia Beach, Autograph Collection), Afternoon Tea - www.cavalierhotel.com  

In honor of National Student-Athlete Day, hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears highlight student athletes on April 6. They include Donta’ Williams, University of Arizona; Azzi Fudd, St. John’s College High School; Trevor Lawrence, Clemson University; Jazzleen McRae, Choppin State University; and Chuba Hubbard, Oklahoma State. They also pay homage to Dawn Staley, University of South Carolina, for advocating for student athletes. #KeepItSporty Sources: Caron. E. (2019, March 12). Azzi Fudd Is First Sophomore to Ever Win Gatorade National Girls Basketball Player of the Year. Sports Illustrated. https://www.si.com/high-school/2019/03/12/azzi-fudd-elena-delle-donne-gatorade-national-girls-basketball-player Coppin State University Athletics. (2021). Choppin State University.  https://coppinstatesports.com/sports/womens-bowling/roster/jazzleen-mcrae/2563 Lev, M. (2020, July 31). Table setter: Arizona’s leadoff man, Donta’ Williams, wants to pave the way for other Black players. Arizona Daily Star. https://tucson.com/sports/arizonawildcats/baseball/table-setter-arizona-s-leadoff-man-donta-williams-wants-to-pave-the-way-for-other/article_19e9acb6-19dd-59f5-bf2d-89e39aa187e6.html Peek, K. (2021, April 1). UConn commit Azzi Fudd wins Girls High School Player of the Year as Huskies head to Final Four. Yahoo! Sports https://www.yahoo.com/now/azzi-fudd-named-2021-morgan-wootten-girls-high-school-player-of-the-year-200628107.html Wikipedia Contributors. (2021, March 31). Trevor Lawrence (American football). Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trevor_Lawrence_(American_football) Wittry, A. (2020, April 6). Celebrate National Student-Athlete Day. NCAA. https://www.ncaa.com/live-updates/celebrate-national-student-athlete-day Podcast Items of Interest: Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Join Us the Facebook Group (Women only) @BlackGirlsTalkSports Download free Android App in the Google Play Store Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com  

In honor of National Women’s History Month, host Rekaya Gibson shares 11 facts about Renee Powell who became the second African American woman to compete on the LPGA Tour. She participated in over 250 professional golf events and won the 1973 Kelly Springfield Open in Brisbane, Australia. Powell was born on May 4, 1946, in Canton, Ohio. She is the daughter of William J. Powell, the first African American to build, own, and operate a golf course in the United States. The Sigma Gamma Rho sorority member is the head professional at Clearview Golf Club where she carries on her father’s legacy. Sources: Clearview Golf Club. (2020). Renee Powell. Clear View Golf Club. https://www.clearviewgolfclub.com/reneepowell Denney, B. (2020, July 15). Timeline of African-American achievements in golf. PGA of America. https://www.pga.com/story/timeline-of-african-american-achievements-in-golf Powell, R. (2011, August 16). It’s about the Game: Renee Powell and Diversity in Golf. United States Golf Association. https://www.usga.org/articles/2011/08/its-about-the-game-renee-powell-and-diversity-in-golf-21474841786.html Wikipedia contributors. (2021, January 20). Renee Powell. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Renee_Powell&oldid=1001619714 Podcast Items of Interest: Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download BGTS Android App in the Google Play Store https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com  

In Teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features Purple Chocolate by JusTea based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. In Tea Talk, she discusses “What is Purple Tea?” with Paul Bain at JusTea. He shares the history of purple tea; the health benefits of purple tea; how to brew purple tea; how to store purple tea; and much more. In Tea News, she mentions the World Tea Virtual Summit: Strategies for Success that is scheduled for March 15-16, 2021. About Paul Bain Paul Bain is the Tea Captain at JusTea, the first farmer-direct tea partnership between Kenya and Canada. Born and raised in Vancouver, Paul is passionate to connect tea drinkers with the small-scale farmer who made their cup possible. JusTea’s healthy new Purple Tea won the top food and beverage award in BC: Gold Medal for “Product of the Year”. Mentioned in this episode: Purple Chocolate – https://justea.com/product/purple-chocolate Coupon code for 20% off: steepingaround20 (valid until May 1, 2021) JusTea – https://justea.com   Coupon code for 20% off: steepingaround20 (valid until May 1, 2021) World Tea Virtual Summit: Strategies for Success, March 15-16, 2021 https://www.worldteaexpo.com/virtualsummit    

In honor of Women’s History Month, host Rekaya Gibson highlights Luci Collins (Cummings), an American gymnast from Inglewood, California. In 1980, She became the first Black gymnast to qualify for the United States women’s Olympic team. That same year, the U.S. boycotted the Moscow Olympics. Collins, an African American of Creole heritage, did not get to compete. #KeepItSporty Sources: Ford, B.D. and Roenigk, A. (2020, July 18). How Dianne Durham, Bela Karolyi's first national champion, paved the way for Black gymnasts. ESPN. https://www.espn.com/olympics/story/_/id/29469312/how-dianne-durham-bela-karolyi-first-national-champion-paved-way-black-gymnasts Hersh, P. (2016, February 29). Simone Biles and gabby Douglas are latest and greatest heroes in a storied history of African American gymnasts. TeamUSA.org. https://www.teamusa.org/News/2016/February/29/Simone-Biles-And-Gabby-Douglas-Are-Latest-In-A-Storied-History-Of-African-American-Gymnasts Wikipedia contributors. (2021, February 12). Luci Collins. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Luci_Collins&oldid=1006329970 Podcast Items of Interest: Buy Us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlstalksports Become a Monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackGirlsTalkSports Join Us on Facebook (Women only) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsTalkSports/ Download BGTS Android App in the Google Play Store https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackgirlstalksports.android.girls Podcast Sponsored by Cuisine Noir Magazine - www.cuisinenoirmag.com

In Teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features Chocolate Pear Cobbler Green Tea by Umami Gourmet Coffee and Exotic Tea based in Chicago, Illinois. In Tea Talk, she discusses African American Tea Rooms in honor of Black History Month and Women’s History. They include Mayme Lee Clinkscale’s Ideal Tea-Room and Ruth’s Tearoom. In Tea News, she mentions the distribution of Shaka Tea throughout the United States.   Mentioned in this episode: Umami Gourmet Coffee and Exotic Tea - www.umamitea.com Ideal Tea-Room, 3344 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, Proprietress Mayme Lee Clinkscale Jack and Jill of America - www.jackandjillinc.org Ruth’s Tea Room, 128 East Cecil Street, Winchester, Virginia, Proprietress Ruth Jackson Shaka Tea - www.shakatea.com Sources: Brehm, B. (2020, October 18). Winchester Park Dedicated to Honor Owner of Integrated Tea Room. NBC Washington. https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/winchester-park-dedicated-to-honor-owner-of-integrated-tea-room/2447632/ Lowe, S.C. (2020, October 26). Open Forum: Ruth's Tea Room also was a welcoming place for gay community. The Winchester Star. https://www.winchesterstar.com/winchester_star/open-forum-ruths-tea-room-also-was-a-welcoming-place-for-gay-community/article_e4be5f2c-81d7-5c72-8f13-16a89025471b.html O’Connor, C. (2021, February 16). Hawaii-based Shaka Tea to begin national retail rollout with 7-Eleven. Pacific Business News. https://www.bizjournals.com/pacific/news/2021/02/16/hawaii-tea-brand-to-launch-7-eleven-partnership.html Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, Jean Blackwell Hutson Research and Reference Division, The New York Public Library. (1925). The Ideal Tea Room at 3344 South Michigan Avenue; Mrs. Mayme Lee Clinkscale, proprietress. https://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/510d47de-4d68-a3d9-e040-e00a18064a99. Whitaker, J. (2011, February 13). African American Tea Room. Restaurant-ing through history. https://restaurant-ingthroughhistory.com/2011/02/13/african-american-tea-rooms/      

Happy Mardi Gras! In Teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features Release Recharge Tea by FREEaliTEA based in New Orleans. In Tea Talk, she discusses the African American Tea Ceremony, a fictional celebration, created by Karyn-Siobhan Robinson in honor of Black History Month. In Tea News, she mentions TeaTime Magazine’s 100th issue. Mentioned in this episode: FREEaliTEA - www.freealitea.com. TeaTime Magazine - www.teatimemagazine.com Sources: Kiel, A. (2021, February 3). TeaTime Celebrates 100th Issue, Permanently Increases Page Count. World Tea News. https://worldteanews.com/tea-industry-news-and-features/teatime-celebrates-100th-issue Robinson, K-S. (1996, February 23). The African-American Tea Ceremony. Washington City Paper. https://washingtoncitypaper.com/article/289103/the-african-american-tea-ceremony/    

Happy National Hot Tea Month! In Teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features Warming Chai Tea by Farmtrue. In Tea Talk, she visits The English Rose Tea Room in Virginia Beach, Virginia in her “Steeping” around segment. In Tea News, she highlights Tucson Tea Company’s act of kindness. Mentioned in This Episode: Warming Chai Tea – www.farmtrue.com The English Rose Tea Room, Virginia Beach, Virginia - Tucson Tea Company - www.tucsontea.com

In Teatime, host Rekaya Gibson features Private Selection Sweet Cinnamon Spice Herbal Tea. In Tea Talk, she discusses how to taste tea properly with Stephanie Synclair, founder and owner of LaRue 1680. In Tea News, Gibson announces the closure of Fresh Cup Magazine. Mentioned in This Episode: Private Selection Sweet Cinnamon Spice Herbal Tea – www.Kroger.com LaRue 1680 (luxury loose leaf tea and accessory shop) – www.larue1680.com Fresh Cup Magazine - www.freshcup.com/fresh-cup-farewell/

Comments on Black Girls Talk Sports? 888-563-3228 Description Black Girls Talk Sports, hosted by Rekaya Gibson, is a podcast where women of color discuss all things sports, including but not limited to amateur and professional football, basketball and baseball. Website https://blackgirlstalksports.com/ Opinion The intro went a little long. Congrats on show 199. When mentioning your sponsor, don't forget to mention their website. You could move the "we've been off for a few weeks" toward the end of the show (as it makes no sense to any new listeners). At first, I didn't get how "Black Girls" would be different than anyone else talking sports. I can see connecting with other black women. Why? When I listen to someone from Scotland, I have to focus on their words due to the accent. However, if I was Scottish I might hear a Scottish accent and be relaxed and think, "The host sounds just like me" and feel relaxed. We all have accents, the southern part of the US, or the Boston accent, etc. With this in mind, I get how this show will connect with people on a deeper level as you are giving people who sound like you the ability to talk sports. If I was talking countries, this comment would seem fine. As this is based on race, I pray I don't sound like a racist pig. Keep doing what you're doing. You might add a Patreon button on your sidebar to make it easier to find. Get A Full Review If you’d like a full review of your podcast, check out Podcast Review Show or if you need Podcast Consulting, Book an Appointment Today Get Your Podcast Reviewed Sign up, fill out the form and get reviewed. Get a full review on the Podcast Review Show. Free Subscription to the Podcast Rodeo Show Subscribe to the show and never miss another episode on Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts. For more options see www.podcastrodeoshow.com/subscribe Work With Me Start your podcast with a membership to the School of Podcasting, or let me be your podcast mentor and guide and work side by side. Find out more at https://podcast-rodeo.pinecast.co

Steeping Around with Rekaya is a bimonthly podcast where the host, Rekaya Gibson, discusses all things tea. Its mission is to inspire, educate, and connect with tea lovers from around the world. Gibson does this by offering: 1) Teatime - where she features teas that she likes; 2) Tea Talk - where tea learning takes place; 3) Tea News – where Gibson shares what’s going on in the world of tea from events, cool teaware, the latest tea trends, and everything in between; and 4) Special Steeping Around Segments – where the host steeps around the world to talk to tea shops, tearoom owners, and other experts in the tea industry. Why Rekaya Started This Podcast Gibson started this podcast because she loves tea – loose leaf and traditional bagged tea. She also did not find many podcasts talking about tea. She has been podcasting in a different category for almost four years, so she decided to give this one ago. About the Rekaya Gibson Gibson has more than 10 years’ experience writing about food, drinks, and travel. She is an author, a freelance journalist, and writing instructor. She also is a product curator for Cuisine Noir Magazine. She has written and published eight books in multiple genres including "The Food Temptress Wine Journal." She has contributed content for Amtrak, HuffPost, The Spruce Eats, Fresh Cup Magazine, and several lifestyle magazines. She podcasts from Virginia (United States). Connect with her at www.rekayagibson.com.

On December 31, 2016, Rekaya Gibson launched Black Girls Talk Sports Podcast (BGTS), a weekly show where women of color discuss all things sports. It covers all types of men’s and women’s sports. Some of its favorites include football, basketball, baseball, rugby, tennis, golf, soccer and hockey. The podcast’s catch phrase sign-off : “Keep It Sporty” (#KeepItSporty). Mission: Its mission is to inspire, educate and encourage women to participate in conversations about sports.   Join us on A Chat in the Garden with Monique A. J. Smith at 10:00 am est Come listen to our guest’s career path, her advice for others and current initiatives. Right here On A Chat in the Garden with Monique A J Smith, where Significance Blooms via 347-989-8385 or www.chatinthegarden.com

Today's show is sponsored by Nurture Life. Get 25% off your first Nurture Life order with Promo Code STORY25. Patty is a very kind baker who loves to make sweet treats for her animal friends. Then one day Patty slips on some "icing" and twists her wrist. So the animals decide to sneak into the bakery and bake a nice cake for Patty. Featuring author and podcaster Rekaya Gibson as the voice of Patty Cake. - Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspectacular.com/ - You can also purchase "The Story Spectacular Coloring & Activity Book" “What Do You See?”, “An Extraordinary Book”, “Digger’s Daily Routine”, “The Shape Escape”, and “Lawrence the Lighthouse” on Amazon - If you enjoy this podcast please SUBSCRIBE, RATE and REVIEW. This helps our show climb the charts so that other little listeners can discover SPECTACULAR Stories too! Thanks for listening:) - Story Spectacular Website - Amazon Author Page - Facebook Page - Twitter - Instagram - Email: angela@storyspectacular.com

Special guest Rekaya Gibson, accomplished author, writer and blogger shares her tips about Navigating a Successful Career Transition. As a published author of seven books, multiple degrees, and fearless approach to life, you are certainly in for a treat. You can find more information about Rekaya on Facebook, Author Rekaya Gibson, and Twitter @RekayaGibson. 

Accomplished Author, Writer and Blogger, Rekaya Gibson shares her tips on Building Your Life for Success. Rekaya knows what is takes to be a success. As a published author of seven books, multiple degrees, and fearless approach to life, you are in for a treat. You can find more information about Rekaya on Facebook, Author Rekaya Gibson, and twitter @RekayaGibson.     

On this episode of the WHAT Podcast, Kendyl recounts her adventures in Los Angeles during NBA All Star Weekend. Then she and Tara discuss the Western Conference playoff race down the stretch and whether Damian Lillard should be in the MVP conversation (of course he should!) This week's guests are Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears, co-hosts of Black Girls Talk Sports Podcast. They talked about how the podcast got started and why they chose to make it centered on black women, then we hit on a variety of topics like the Winter Olympics, the NBA All Star Game, female basketball coaches in college and the NBA, and athletes using their platform to address social justice. 1:00 Report from LA: Kendyl talks about her All Star Break adventures. Charles Barkley on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Inside the NBA Roadshow, trying to catch Damian Lillard and DeMar DeRozen at the Spalding event, Bleacher Report event with a “celebrity” game. (6:50) Thoughts on who the All Star Weekend is really for. 9:45 Thoughts on the All Star Game--did the new system work? Was it a better game than it has been in recent years? Steph looked like he didn’t care about winning. (9:45) Damian Lillard should have been in at the end. 14:40 The Dunk contest. What are the rules? How do they keep score? Is it really a good idea to have celebrity judges? 18:30 Celebrity game. Note to the organizers: WNBA Players are basketball players, not “celebrities”.  We’ve seen enough Paul Pierce this year, thanks. 20:10 Sprint to the finish. Tough competition in the Northwest Division. Damian Lillard deserves to be in the MVP conversation. MVP should be the player who makes the most difference to their team. 28:50 Black Girls Talk Sports Podcast co-hosts Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears. Growing up in the Midwest and Louisville where sports was a big deal and coming from sports-loving families. 34:10 What does sports mean to you? Sports has taken on a new meaning since doing the podcast. It’s shared entertainment that we can all talk about, and can bring us together. 41:10 Some of the favorite topics they have covered on Black Girls Talk Sports include the Nigerian women's bobsled team, Black Girls Surf, when will women coach in the NBA, and should college athletes get paid? 48:00 Most interesting topics in the NBA this season: Player movement (trades), LeBron James and the Cavaliers, are they still contenders? 53:00 Winter Olympic sports will kill you but they sure are fun to watch. 56:20 NBA All Star game is not fun to watch because they players don’t play with passion. 57:00 How the NBA All Star game and the Olympics are different right now. 59:05 Athletes using their platforms to address social justice issues. 1:01:05 Women who inspire: Nancy Leiberman, assistant coach for Sacramento, who is breaking barriers and who never let lack of encouragement hold her back. Cheryl Miller has been an inspiring role model and an incredible player. Find our fantastic guests on Blackgirlstalksports.com, @RekayaGibson and @CoachSpears Follow Blazer’s Edge on Twitter @blazersedge, WHAT Pod @HoopsAndTalks, Tara @tcbbiggs, and Kendyl @kendylbennett16. Questions? Email us: hoopsandtalks@gmail.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Special Guest: Rickie Spears discusses the Heisman Trophy process which includes, but not limited to, how candidates are evaluated; what voters consider; and how athletes increase their chances on winning. He gives dates on when the candidates are officially identified and when the winner is selected. Rickie also shares his thoughts on teams and players to watch this season. Heisman Trophy finalists announced: Monday, December 4, 2017 The 2017 Heisman Announcement Saturday, December 9, 2017 | 8 p.m. (ESPN) PlayStation Theater, New York, New York Rickie Spears's Biography Rickie Spears has career experience in sales and marketing, community development, college admissions, and athletics. He has a Bachelors in Business Administration and Leadership, and a MBA in Sports Management from Tiffin University. He has held various leadership positions in the world of academics and athletics including Director of Admissions and Manager of Operations. He is currently an Athletic Advisor Graduate Assistant at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis, a Division 1 school, where he supports the success of athletic programs and services, advises and develops academic plans for student athletes, and develops relationships to support student success. He's also Angela's husband. Podcast sponsor: Cuisine Noir Magazine Podcast hosts: Rekaya Gibson and Angela Spears

It's easy to envision how a blog can turn into a book; blog posts are a natural first step toward authorship. But what about doing things the other way around, and starting a blog based on your popular book? That's exactly what Rekaya Gibson did. This author of six books (and counting!) shares the story of how she became a blogger and a prolific author in Episode 23 of the Blogger to Author Podcast. Show notes: bloggertoauthor.com/23 Click to view: show page on Awesound

Today we are talking with an author who has published six books in various genres. As well as two in audio book format. Talking With Authors welcomes Rekaya Gibson "The Food Temptress". Books by Rekaya Gibson   Rekaya Gibson Amazon Page Mama Don't Like Ugly The book follows the early life of Dana whose mother mistreats her because her skin is dark. Dana's mother constantly favors her lighter skinned sister. A book that stirs the emotions, makes you think. The book is written from Dana's viewpoint even from birth which makes it very interesting. Mama Don't Like Ugly is available in print, e-book and audio format. My Mama's Sweet Potato Pie A coloring book that tells the story of a mother explaining to her son how his favorite pie is made. The coloring book contains an English and Spanish version of the story. At the end of the book, there is a Sweet Potato Pie recipe in English and Spanish. Are There French Fries in Heaven A children's book that tells the story of Kia's quest to find out if there are french-fries in heaven. She ultimately finds out the answer to her question from her grandmother. The book was launched on national french-fry day at french-fry heaven in Jacksonville, Florida. Cooking on a Dollar Store Budget Fifty-two recipes created from items you can find in Dollar Stores. It is available in print and e-book versions. A great book for the budget conscious or a great gift for the college student in your life. The Food Temptress & The Food Enchantress Rekaya Gibson's first two books tell the story of Ambrosia who uses food to change men into the perfect man. These magical books are set in New Orleans. Rekaya plans to republish the Food Temptress in spring under her publishing company, Gibson Girl Publishing. Follow Rekaya Gibson's blog or social media pages to stay up to date. Follow Rekaya Gibson Rekaya Gibson's Food Temptress Blog Gibson Girl Publishing Follow Rekaya Gibson on Facebook Follow Rekaya Gibson on Instagram Follow Rekaya Gibson on Twitter

Dangerous and Keosha talk to Jan Pagonis of SHI Symbol Dating Service, author of "The Food Temptress" Rekaya Gibson, The Healthy Boomer Body Expert Kathi Casey, and the dynamic Vas Littlecrow calls in with updates on her career. The Dangerous Item of the Week is video game Cabela's Dangerous Hunts '09

Dangerous and Keosha talk to Jan Pagonis of SHI Symbol Dating Service, author of "The Food Temptress" Rekaya Gibson, The Healthy Boomer Body Expert Kathi Casey, and the dynamic Vas Littlecrow calls in with updates on her career. The Dangerous Item of the Week is video game Cabela's Dangerous Hunts '09