Tea, Rockets and Yanks - Episode 4 - Flamingos in Pampas Grass
07/23/23 • 62 min
Get ready for a wild ride through cultural chasms and pop-culture pandemonium with the launch of the fourth episode of "Tea Rocket and Yanks". The tongue-in-cheek podcast, starring UK businessman Adam Kent and US military wife Tina Furman, is set to deliver another dose of transatlantic hilarity.
First on the agenda, our hosts dive into the cinematic world of the new Barbie movie. Will Ryan Gosling ever escape his newfound Ken identity? And does Adam's eagerness to meet Margot Robbie have anything to do with her possible role as the iconic plastic doll? Tune in for some spicy Hollywood gossip!
Next, Adam and Tina ponder over the proliferation of "days" and "months". From Doughnut Day to Shark Week, there's something for everyone. So why not have an Adam and Tina Day? They also examine the curious rituals of gifting chocolate eggs at Easter and presents at Christmas, while also navigating the repetition and lessons of Groundhog Day.
Tina shares a hilarious anecdote about a door-to-door security salesman who arrived at her house on a hoverboard. Was he from the future, or just really into gadgets? Listen in for some belly laughs!
Unveiling the intricate nuances between the UK and US, the episode explores the national significance of pink flamingos and pampas grass. How do these connect with patriotism, you ask? You'll have to swing by to find out!
In a further swing politically , they discuss by-elections in the UK, the mounting costs of Net Zero and climate change, as well as the varying opinions on demonstrations and vandalism related to environmental causes.
Adam's secret ambition as a chimney sweep is revealed (shocking, we know!). They also delve into the peculiar history behind the UK's favorite slang term, "bloody", as an emphasis tool.
Not one to shy away from cheeky humor, they also compare notes on "taking a skip" versus "taking a dump". As the conversation naturally (or not so naturally) progresses, they enter the competitive world of cricket, drawing a parallel between England and Australia's rivalry in the flat bat sport.
For all this and more, tune in to the fourth episode of "Tea Rocket and Yanks". Expect plenty of laughter, surprising revelations, and a whole lot of transatlantic fun.
Press Contact:
Adam Kent and Tina Furman
Twitter.com/tearocketsyanks
Prepare yourself for a fresh brew of humor and insight, served hot and ready to tickle your funny bone. Tea Rocket and Yanks – It's no ordinary cup of tea!
Message and contact Adam or Tina
via Twitter @tearocketsyanks or email
[email protected]
Get ready for a wild ride through cultural chasms and pop-culture pandemonium with the launch of the fourth episode of "Tea Rocket and Yanks". The tongue-in-cheek podcast, starring UK businessman Adam Kent and US military wife Tina Furman, is set to deliver another dose of transatlantic hilarity.
First on the agenda, our hosts dive into the cinematic world of the new Barbie movie. Will Ryan Gosling ever escape his newfound Ken identity? And does Adam's eagerness to meet Margot Robbie have anything to do with her possible role as the iconic plastic doll? Tune in for some spicy Hollywood gossip!
Next, Adam and Tina ponder over the proliferation of "days" and "months". From Doughnut Day to Shark Week, there's something for everyone. So why not have an Adam and Tina Day? They also examine the curious rituals of gifting chocolate eggs at Easter and presents at Christmas, while also navigating the repetition and lessons of Groundhog Day.
Tina shares a hilarious anecdote about a door-to-door security salesman who arrived at her house on a hoverboard. Was he from the future, or just really into gadgets? Listen in for some belly laughs!
Unveiling the intricate nuances between the UK and US, the episode explores the national significance of pink flamingos and pampas grass. How do these connect with patriotism, you ask? You'll have to swing by to find out!
In a further swing politically , they discuss by-elections in the UK, the mounting costs of Net Zero and climate change, as well as the varying opinions on demonstrations and vandalism related to environmental causes.
Adam's secret ambition as a chimney sweep is revealed (shocking, we know!). They also delve into the peculiar history behind the UK's favorite slang term, "bloody", as an emphasis tool.
Not one to shy away from cheeky humor, they also compare notes on "taking a skip" versus "taking a dump". As the conversation naturally (or not so naturally) progresses, they enter the competitive world of cricket, drawing a parallel between England and Australia's rivalry in the flat bat sport.
For all this and more, tune in to the fourth episode of "Tea Rocket and Yanks". Expect plenty of laughter, surprising revelations, and a whole lot of transatlantic fun.
Press Contact:
Adam Kent and Tina Furman
Twitter.com/tearocketsyanks
Prepare yourself for a fresh brew of humor and insight, served hot and ready to tickle your funny bone. Tea Rocket and Yanks – It's no ordinary cup of tea!
Message and contact Adam or Tina
via Twitter @tearocketsyanks or email
[email protected]
Previous Episode
Tea, Rockets and Yanks - Episode 3 - Time Travel
In an all-new, third installment of the eccentric podcast "Tea Rocket and Yanks", UK's indefatigable businessman Adam Kent and the resolute military wife Tina Furman from Nashville, Tennessee, USA are gearing up to entertain listeners with their witty, mind-boggling debates. You thought the last episode was a rollercoaster? Strap in!
On the platter for this episode is the perplexing question, "Why do UK citizens think New York and LA are the only cities in the States?". Adam counters with, "And why do US citizens think London is the only place in the UK?". They even ponder on the grander question of why anyone from the US should be bothered about other countries at all!
Treading into deep cosmic waters, they scrutinize the Moon Landing, or the 'alleged' Moon Landing as some may call it. With Elon Musk's recent exploits in space travel, could SpaceX outdo NASA? Is Musk a brilliant genius, or perhaps a time-traveling savant controlling our minds with Neuralink? Adam's experience with two Teslas and Starlink is shared, and a cheeky request is made for a Musk-sponsored podcast episode. Why not shoot for the moon, right?
Shifting gears to terrestrial matters, Adam and Tina discuss transatlantic travelling nuances and the colourful world of car hire (or rental, depending on your postcode). The pair wade into the peculiar waters of insurance disparities and Tina's astute strategy of only buying white cars.
Ever heard Ford stands for "Found On Road Dead"? Well, thanks to Tina , Adam knows now. They dive into this and more, including a hotly anticipated Kent family showdown at the 2024 London Marathon and Adam's unabashed competitive streak contrasted against Tina's more sanguine approach to competition.
Geography lovers, fear not! There's a delightful dissection of states, counties, districts, towns, and villages – or should we say flats, apartments, cottages? They touch upon the tax wars among states, Californian 'transplants' in Tennessee, and the unique experiences of being interviewed by curious neighbours.
Politics isn't left untouched, as they traverse through topics like pot holes, flooding, party U-turns, Biden's under-the-radar UK visit, term limits for politicians, and news consumption habits. Housing issues in the UK also make an appearance, hinting at an upcoming housing boom.
For all this and more, tune into "Tea Rocket and Yanks". You might end up learning something, or you might just end up laughing your socks off. Either way, it's time well spent.
Press Contact:
Adam Kent and Tina Furman
twitter.com/tearocketsyanks
Buckle up, folks! With Adam and Tina at the helm, it's going to be a wild ride. See you in the cosmos!
Message and contact Adam or Tina
via Twitter @tearocketsyanks or email
[email protected]
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Tea, Rockets and Yanks - Episode 5 - Cats or Dogs
Listeners, fetch your favorite pet and cuddle up for the fifth episode of "Tea Rocket and Yanks," aptly named "Cats or Dogs." In this purr-ticularly delightful installment, UK businessman Adam Kent and US military wife Tina Furman unleash their opinions on everything from furry friends to the state of social media.
Are you a cat person or a dog person? Adam's affinity for felines and Tina's canine devotion spark spirited debates. And what about that story of the rabbit and the cat flap? We're not kitten you; it's a tail you won't want to miss! Ever wondered if a dog could become a rocket scientist? These two have, and they're willing to bark about it.
Tom and Jerry's whereabouts are called into question. Has the classic cartoon been banned for causing offense? Our hosts scratch below the surface to find the answers.
Banking woes arise as Adam and Tina navigate the sticky waters of canceled accounts. When views don't align with the banks, is your money safe? Prepare for a deep dive into this financial furball.
DNA dilemmas lead our hosts to ancestry.com and 23&Me. Is DNA broken? What constitutes heritage? It's a real genetic jigsaw puzzle that they paw through.
Tina charges into a rant about our ever-growing battery addiction. Are Duracell and other battery companies influencing children's toys? Adam, not to be outdone, waxes lyrical about milk floats, the UK's early electric vehicles from 90 years ago. And what's with those milk bottles always getting in the way after a night at the pub?
Social media gets clawed at, with more platforms than ever and a growing reluctance to engage. Tina proudly boasts 29,722 unread emails and defends the time saved by ignoring them. How's that for inbox efficiency?
From photo filters on phones to the pitfalls of thrusting an iPad into a child's hand, the episode delves into modern communication faux paws. And speaking of communication, they dial back the time for a nostalgic chat about old-school telephones and the art of courting.
So grab a leash (or a saucer of milk) and tune in to "Tea Rocket and Yanks: Cats or Dogs." It's a pet lover's paradise filled with laughs, insights, and a few claws-out opinions.
Press Contact:
Adam Kent and Tina Furman
twitter.com/tearocketsyanks
"Tea Rocket and Yanks: Cats or Dogs" - Whether you purr or bark, this episode has something for every animal lover. Meow's the time to listen!
Message and contact Adam or Tina
via Twitter @tearocketsyanks or email
[email protected]
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