Ice Tea Podcast

In this episode, Meghan and Neda recap the ladies singles event from 2021 US Nationals, including a deep dive into the short and free events, and rundown of Worlds team assignments! Featuring: Yu-Gi-Oh!, mimes, original sin, and cardboard lovers. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie @n_iceskating patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

In this episode, Meghan and Neda are joined in the Metaphorical Studio by none other than 2014 World Junior Champion, 2019 Skate Canada Silver Medalist, and 2015 & 2019 Canadian National Champion Nam Nguyen! Nam fills us in on everything from training during a pandemic to the sacred rite of dog fatherhood. Featuring all the important B’s in life: Beatles, Blues for Klook, Boots, Best Bros, BTS, Bulgaria, Breakfast Wraps, Bitcoin, and Best Baby Boy Hudson! FOLLOW NAM twitter @namnamnoodle instagram @namnamnoodle tiktok @namnamnoodle FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie @n_iceskating patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

In this episode....OK you know when it's the last day of school before winter break, and everyone is hopped up on candy cane sugar and the poor teacher is trying to get in one last math lesson but it is just NOT happening? Imagine that, but an Ice Tea episode. And the math lesson is the 2020 NHK Trophy. And a little bit of Italian Nationals. And a lot of ALF. It's a journey. Featuring: Did we mention ALF?, Domo-Kun, Mr. Joppery, Catboy Revolution, ALL PANDAS (not just one!), and Suburban Mom Promcore. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

In this mini-episode, Meghan and Neda reflect back on the 2020 Rostelecom Cup. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

In part two of their Skate America 2020 coverage, Meghan and Neda conclude their recap with a look back at the thrilling ladies event, and also ask themselves whether they have fed a lover from their own hands (they don't *THINK* they have, but one can never be sure!!) Featuring: Katy Perry, Pink, Fergie, Katniss Everdeen, Maya Angelou, and Jesus. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

Well folks, it's that time again: the Grand Prix Series is back...sort of! In part one of their Skate America 2020 coverage, Meghan and Neda weigh in on the men's events and do a deep scholarly analysis on the psychology of skating for *that many* standees of the Geico Gecko. Featuring: Cardboard Chris Knierims, BIG PETS, wife guys, art history, skate prom, and the triumphant return of Social Media Corner. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

In the much anticipated conclusion to Russian Test Skates 2020 coverage, Meghan and Neda engage in some highly risky time travel, stretching the fabric of time and space perilously thin, in a (perhaps futile) effort to stay ahead of the perpetual motion machine that is Russian Figure Skating Drama™. If you like your sports comedy with a healthy side of Inception, this one's for you! Featuring: timeline shenanigans rivaling an HBO prestige drama, Astanis Morisstans, a handy guide on what to wear to a Cool Party, and Meghan's next door neighbors' new Extremely Loud Dog. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

In the first of an epic two-parter on the 2020 Russian Test Skates, Meghan and Neda dive headfirst into a new season of Russian drama complete with startling departures, triumphant returns, and as always, shirts that challenge and confuse. Featuring: hot aliens, geography 101, co-host Meghan's elaborate fantasy life, the true meaning of electroswing, and mullets.  FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

Meghan and Neda emerge from their off season cocoons to cover a skating event at long last--the innovative 2020 Peggy Fleming Trophy, which took place in the coolest rink of them all: cyberspace!! Silver medalist Andrew Torgashev joins us for a very exciting peek behind the curtain of how a digital competition is made! Also featuring: Rachmaninoff, the color yellow, the eternal struggle for the attention of Josh Groban, and the future of medals (spoiler: it's Blingees). FOLLOW ANDREW twitter @andrewtorg29 instagram @andrewtorg and @torgashevstudios Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/TorgashevStudios FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

In this episode recorded last month, Meghan and Neda catch up on off-season news, and try to make sense of what's going on in Russia in the wake of Sasha Trusova's coaching change. Before our return to regularly scheduled programming, we talk about what we have been doing to uplift and support Black voices during our hiatus. Join us in donating to funds for Black communities here, and find additional resources here. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

On Ice Perspectives cinematographer and friend of the pod Jordan Cowan returns to Ice Tea to chat with Meghan and Neda about co-organizing Open Ice Live with Canadian ice dance star Kaitlyn Weaver.  Jordan takes us behind the scenes of the charity fundraising stream that brought the international skating community together to raise funds for the UN's COVID-19 relief efforts. Featuring New York states of mind, Torville and Dean, figure skating vs. football, and an exciting sneak peak at Jordan's next project! You can still stream Open Ice Live and donate! https://openicelive.com/ FOLLOW US On Ice Perspectives:  twitter: @iceperspectives instagram: @oniceperspectives patreon: https://www.patreon.com/oniceperspectives Ice Tea Podcast: twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iceteapod

In this special season recap episode, Meghan and Neda take it upon themselves to personally deliver the figure skating awards show that everyone clearly wanted so badly. Featuring: Italian blonds, Australian oracles, the moral value of Dance Moms, and a quick detour into musical theatre history.  FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie Patreon iceteapod.com “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

Meghan and Neda conclude their coverage of the 2020 Four Continents Figure Skating Championships with a recap of the men's podium PLUS an interview with Team USA skater, 2018 U.S. Junior National Champion, and undisputed King of the Slappy Blouse, Camden Pulkinen! We chat with Camden about his first senior season, selfies with Yuzuru, the abstract art of skating, the philosophy of Pokémon, and the true power of plushies. FOLLOW CAMDEN: twitter @camdenpulk instagram @campulk FOLLOW US: twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie Patreon iceteapod.com “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

In the first of an exciting two-parter, Meghan Earcleaner and Neda Valkilmer begin their coverage of the 2020 Four Continents Championships with a recap of the ladies' events. Featuring: environmentalism, Oscar bait skates, local schoolgirls, teenage dreams, and plushie gender theory. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie Patreon iceteapod.com “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

Episode 26: Euros 2020! Happy Valentines day, Ice Cubes! Neda and Meghan attempt to do an adorable cutesy itty bitty baby mini episode for you as a treat but can’t contain their love and it ends up being an hour long. What can we say, everything happened at Euros SO MUCH! Featuring: brevity(?), the extended Benoit Richaud cinematic universe, and Bulgaria Corner. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie Patreon iceteapod.com “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

On this VERY SPECIAL Ice Tea Podcast episode, Meghan and Neda are having major deja vu, since this is the first event we've covered TWICE! And look how far we've come--this year Meghan got to see U.S. Nationals live in Greensboro (thanks USFS!) and has returned with stories for days. Featuring: Motherf*cking kindness, Baby Nyoda, a tapdancing mouse, middle school dance fashion, wooing and booing, and Plushie Corner Tips N' Tricks!  FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie Patreon iceteapod.com “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

In this episode, Meghan and Neda attempt to summarize an entire month's worth of national competitions in an hour and a half, and announce some exciting news!  FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie Patreon iceteapod.com “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

Should auld Grand Prix Series be forgot and never brought to mind?  Neda and Meghan wrap up the first half of a truly memorable season by covering the ladies event at the Grand Prix Final. Featuring: Seasonal Poetry, nervous shaky dogs, life changing tadpoles, fairness, fire emojis, pancake, ice cream, french fries, hamburger, milkshake, donut, and chocolate chocolate!  FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie Patreon iceteapod.com “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

Happy Holidays from the Ice Tea Podcast! You've ended the year on the (n)ice list, so we've prepared a special gift just for you: a summary of the recent Russian drama...IN THE FORM OF SEASONAL POETRY!  Stay tuned for the thrilling conclusion of our Grand Prix Final coverage coming soon, and in the meantime please enjoy this, the pinnacle of human literary achievement. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie Patreon iceteapod.com “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher

Neda and Meghan embark on a fantastical journey through the men’s event at the Grand Prix Final. Featuring quaint British idioms, international conflict resolution, functional and fashionable leg hair, spicy bedroom tips, and assorted deals with the devil just in time for Friday the 13th. FOLLOW US twitter @IceTeaPod instagram @IceTeaPod @meghankelleher3 @NedaMarie Patreon iceteapod.com “Slappy Theme Song” by Meghan Kelleher