
Welcome to 'The Tea'—your hilarious rendezvous with Joe Betance, Jay Ellis, and Lauri Roggenkamp, where queer comedy reigns supreme! Join this dynamic trio from sunny LA as they spill the tea on their lives, dissect the hottest pop culture moments, and serve up sassy commentary with a side of laughter. Whether you're part of the LGBTQ+ community or just love a good laugh, get ready for a podcast t... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 86 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureComedy | |||

The Tea returns with digital picture frame warfare, musical theater arguments, therapy talk, jury duty panic, and a major life update from Lauri and Star.
Joe announces a possible release schedule shakeup for the network before the conversation imme... more
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This week on The Tea, the conversation goes everywhere. Joe, Jay, and Laurian catch up on Vegas trips, weddings, commercial shoots, and the ongoing challenge o... more
This week on The Tea, Joe, Lauri, and Jay cover everything from questionable hotel hygiene to Dairy Queen disasters, with plenty of detours into pop culture, fast food, and DMV chaos along the way. What starts as a simple catch-up quickly spirals int... more
In this episode, the hosts cover everything from questionable therapy sessions to a genuinely terrifying AI scam, along with Laurie’s week of food poisoning, workplace chaos, and an upcoming sketch show.
Joe and Jay revisit Laurie’s experience with ... more
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I discovered this podcast through Drag Race Recap and it has become my new favorite comedy show. Joe, Lauri and Jay are able to turn their mundane experiences and family drama into hysterical stories. Their disagreements and bickering amongst each other is what sets them apart from other friend podcasts and creates comedy gold!
I’ve never laughed harder then when Lauri no “e” Nutritionkamp talks about anything. Maybe it’s because I also want Everyone to die in a fire. Except Jay. I want to make sweet love to him. Joe’s cool.
No one comes close to Lauri Roggenkamp! I normally listen to Genius Parade or Fat Camp, but was introduced to The Tea. Joe’s comedic timing is unpredictable and hilarious, and Jay is an amazing addition who helps add balance between Lauri and Joe. I love all of the Afterthought shows, but specifically when Lauri are on them because she makes it hilarious! Joe’s soundboard deserves Best Supporting Role 😂.
The Joe/ Lauri combo is my favorite and Jay fits in perfectly. Took the recommendation from Drag Race Recap to listen to this show and I am so glad that I did. This has to be one of the best podcasts I’ve listened to in a long time. Keep up the good work Afterthought.
Has the feel of just a good roundtable chat/hot topic talk show. One of the best developed from Afterthought Media. Great growth for post RPDR as I think many initial/veteran dare I say older viewers of the show move on to more casual consumers of that show but want to still engage with those who recap it - this will scratch that itch but allow you to skip it and recaps but enjoy those hosts in other formats.
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A fast-paced, highly personal roundtable with three LA-based hosts who deliver blunt, humorous takes on daily life, pop culture, and LGBTQ+ topics. Episodes blend witty banter, friendship dynamics, and candid stories—from everyday annoyances to big cultural moments—delivered with irreverent energy and a sharp sense of humor. The show often shifts from lighthearted anecdotes to timely commentary on media, celebrities, and identity, making it appealing to listeners who enjoy frank conversations, community vibes, and entertaining disagreements.
Noteworthy traits include a tight host dynamic, frequent tangents that feel like a chat among close friends, and a willingness to address personal topics with humor. The format is well-suited for fans ... more
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Recent guests on The Tea include:
1. Jay Elizabeth Ellis
2. Mike Lawson
3. Nathan Patrick Brown
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