Episodes

What if the story you’ve been told about food your whole life… wasn’t the truth? In this conversation, wellness pioneer Cherie Calbom opens up about the trauma that shaped her, the healing that rebuilt her, and the lies about...

What is it about travel that transforms us? Does stepping into a new place make us wiser, more compassionate, more connected to the world? Or is travel sometimes just an escape — a temporary break from the weight of everyday ...

What happens when the story you’ve been trained to tell can no longer hold the truth you’re living? In this cinematic and deeply human conversation, journalist‑turned‑storyhealer Candace Lynn Talmadge joins Michael to explore...

In this Over the Teacup episode, Michael and Diane sit down to unpack Margo’s Got Money Troubles , the new Apple TV dramedy created by David E. Kelley and starring Elle Fanning , Nick Offerman , Michelle Pfeiffer , and Nicole...

In this cinematic and deeply human conversation, Heather Ann Ferri joins Michael Herst at the Mediterranean table to explore healing, identity, trauma, and the stories we carry — and the ones we choose to rewrite. Heather sha...

What if one journey could rewrite the story you’ve been carrying your entire life? In this listener‑favorite episode, we revisit the extraordinary journey of Kirsten Rudberg , whose life was shaped by growing up overseas with...

What do we learn about ourselves when we step into places that test us? The exploration of our true selves often unfolds in the challenging environments that test our limits. The nature of self-discovery is intrinsically tied...

This encore episode—originally aired April 30, 2025—remains one of my favorites. Emmy‑nominated producer and director Neil Laird joins me to explore how untold stories become powerful narratives that captivate audiences world...

Award‑winning author Lexy Shaw Delorme has lived a life as genre‑defying as her fiction — rock musician, scientist, attorney, and global traveler. In this conversation, she shares the real stories behind The Limerent Series ,...

What is it about travel that truly transforms us? Does stepping into a new place make us wiser and more connected, or is travel sometimes just an escape from the everyday? In this powerful encore conversation, I sit down with...

Bestselling author Aaron Ryan has written 41 books and reinvented himself more times than most creatives attempt in a lifetime. In this conversation, we explore how he found his voice, rebuilt after toxic environments, and co...

RJ Decker isn’t just another TV drama — it’s the kind of character‑driven storytelling that reminds us why we fall in love with television in the first place. In this Over the Teacup Sunday episode, Michael and Diane dive dee...

At 72 years old, Marine combat veteran Rand R. Timmerman did something most people half his age will never attempt: he hiked the entire 2,100‑mile Appalachian Trail. But this wasn’t just an adventure — it was a mission. Rand ...

What happens when technology evolves faster than our humanity? In this episode, Michael Herst sits down with Bruce D. Randall — AI strategist, ethicist, author, and Reiki Master — for a grounded, eye‑opening conversation abou...

In this episode, Michael sits down with chef, storyteller, and world traveler Karl Wilder for a conversation that feels like sharing a great meal with an old friend. Together, they explore how food connects us — not just to f...

n this warm and deeply personal episode, Michael and Diane explore the meaning of breakfast: the quiet moments at home, the traditions passed down through family, the comfort of familiar routines, and the joy of meeting frien...

Travel can be more than a trip—it can be a turning point. In this episode, Michael Herst sits down with Dr. Joy Owens, CEO of Butler Travel, to explore how travel becomes a catalyst for transformation in students, families, a...

Scrubs is back — and so are we, Over the Teacup! In this Sunday sit‑down, Michael and Diane pour a cup and dive into the long‑awaited Scrubs reboot. From returning favorites like J.D., Turk, Elliot, Carla, Dr. Cox, and The Ja...

What does it mean to carry a culture in your hands — and in your sound? In this intimate and cinematic conversation, Michael sits down with Tara Connaghan , an award‑winning Irish traditional fiddler, educator, podcaster, and...

What does it take to become the person you were meant to be — not someday, but now? In this powerful and high‑energy conversation, Michael sits down with Nicky Billou , a bestselling author, elite performance coach, and the h...

Travel isn’t always glamorous — but it’s always transformative. In this cinematic conversation, Michael sits down with Ann Craig‑Cinnamon and John Cinnamon , a married duo whose 30‑year journey across more than 120 countries ...

The exploration of veganism offers a profound opportunity to consider the ethical implications of our food choices, not only for our personal health but also for the well-being of the world around us. In this enlightening dia...

In this inspiring conversation, Michael sits down with Anita Heidema and Chef Dario Tomaselli — the dynamic duo behind the O’Live Your Life Mediterranean movement. Together, they explore how food, culture, and intentional liv...

Peacock’s new reimagining of The ’Burbs brings suburban paranoia back to life — this time through the eyes of Keke Palmer as Samira, a new mom who moves into her husband’s childhood neighborhood and quickly realizes something...