Tea, Rockets and Yanks
Tea, Rockets, and Yanks - 1 - The Meet
Welcome to the inaugural episode of "Tea, Rockets, and Yanks" - a delightful, lively podcast that bridges the gap between the British Isles and the Deep South. Your hosts for this uncharted journey are the astute and globe-trotting British businessman and seasoned politician, Adam Kent, and the hardworking, farm-reared military wife from Nashville, Tennessee, Tina Furman.
Today's episode originates from the epicenter of space exploration - Cape Kennedy, Florida, where Adam and Tina first met at a SpaceX rocket launch. This meeting ignited a shared passion for exploring the uncanny, yet delightful, nuances and dissimilarities between the UK and the US - from roosters to rockets, iguanas to English language idiosyncrasies.
In the first segment, Adam and Tina share their unique experiences from a recent Floridian holiday - a riveting seven-hour drive from the tropical Florida Keys to Cape Kennedy. They ponder the American affinity for lengthy road trips, as they humorously compare it to the relatively smaller UK, where an analogous drive might be considered an epic journey to visit a far-flung relative.
Along the way, we delve into Adam's newfound affection for the Sunshine State and his annual pass for the Kennedy Space Station - a significant contrast to his UK roots. An intriguing conversation on the adoption of a lonely German named Thomas opens up a dialogue on global connections that extend to Dubai, Chile, Brazil, and even touch upon the quirky weather patterns of the respective countries.
We journey deeper into the cultural landscape, uncovering the amusing reality of English language "corruptions" in the US, while diving into genetic similarities, suggesting that all Americans might just be British or part Welsh.
Expect some tantalizing debate over kiwis in salad and the ubiquitous Mercedes Benz, or 'bins', as Australians call it. And hold on to your headphones for the New Zealand vs. Australia rivalry and a dip into hot springs, cricket, baseball, and the intriguing world of trash - or should we say 'rubbish'?
From there, we teleport to the glamour of Hollywood, discussing Cameron Diaz, the appeal of 'Peaky Blinders', and the eternal debate between box sets and series. Expect thoughts on climate change, a unique take on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, and insights into the transitory nature of Americans.
We'll delve into the musical landscape, from 90s alt and grunge, to country, ABBA and Adele, before pivoting to the political climate - featuring the unexpected George Bush band and a debate on the drinking age in Spain vs the US.
Our hosts will leave no stone unturned, touching upon education, nocturnal children, state flags, Elon Musk's exploits, and even the cryptic three stars on the Tennessee flag. So, buckle up and enjoy the ride. This is 'Tea, Rockets, and Yanks'.
Message and contact Adam or Tina
via Twitter @tearocketsyanks or email
TeaRocketsandYanks@gmail.com
Welcome to the inaugural episode of "Tea, Rockets, and Yanks" - a delightful, lively podcast that bridges the gap between the British Isles and the Deep South. Your hosts for this uncharted journey are the astute and globe-trotting British businessman and seasoned politician, Adam Kent, and the hardworking, farm-reared military wife from Nashville, Tennessee, Tina Furman.
Today's episode originates from the epicenter of space exploration - Cape Kennedy, Florida, where Adam and Tina first met at a SpaceX rocket launch. This meeting ignited a shared passion for exploring the uncanny, yet delightful, nuances and dissimilarities between the UK and the US - from roosters to rockets, iguanas to English language idiosyncrasies.
In the first segment, Adam and Tina share their unique experiences from a recent Floridian holiday - a riveting seven-hour drive from the tropical Florida Keys to Cape Kennedy. They ponder the American affinity for lengthy road trips, as they humorously compare it to the relatively smaller UK, where an analogous drive might be considered an epic journey to visit a far-flung relative.
Along the way, we delve into Adam's newfound affection for the Sunshine State and his annual pass for the Kennedy Space Station - a significant contrast to his UK roots. An intriguing conversation on the adoption of a lonely German named Thomas opens up a dialogue on global connections that extend to Dubai, Chile, Brazil, and even touch upon the quirky weather patterns of the respective countries.
We journey deeper into the cultural landscape, uncovering the amusing reality of English language "corruptions" in the US, while diving into genetic similarities, suggesting that all Americans might just be British or part Welsh.
Expect some tantalizing debate over kiwis in salad and the ubiquitous Mercedes Benz, or 'bins', as Australians call it. And hold on to your headphones for the New Zealand vs. Australia rivalry and a dip into hot springs, cricket, baseball, and the intriguing world of trash - or should we say 'rubbish'?
From there, we teleport to the glamour of Hollywood, discussing Cameron Diaz, the appeal of 'Peaky Blinders', and the eternal debate between box sets and series. Expect thoughts on climate change, a unique take on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, and insights into the transitory nature of Americans.
We'll delve into the musical landscape, from 90s alt and grunge, to country, ABBA and Adele, before pivoting to the political climate - featuring the unexpected George Bush band and a debate on the drinking age in Spain vs the US.
Our hosts will leave no stone unturned, touching upon education, nocturnal children, state flags, Elon Musk's exploits, and even the cryptic three stars on the Tennessee flag. So, buckle up and enjoy the ride. This is 'Tea, Rockets, and Yanks'.
Message and contact Adam or Tina
via Twitter @tearocketsyanks or email
TeaRocketsandYanks@gmail.com