New to the CiTea
41 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsTwo American friends moving to London from the USA: Spilling the tea on what it's like to move to a new country, trading stories, and inspiring others to not be afraid to be new to the city.
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New to the Skincare
September 21, 2021 02:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBThis week's episode of NTTC will keep you entertained as Joey talks about quite possibly the WORST week of their life, and Dee talks about the journey her eyes are taking. Then this week it's all about skin and skincare. Your cohosts talk their skincare favourites, the journeys they both have had with their skin, and how to make the outside look just as beautiful on the inside. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/newtot...
What You Don't Know About Dee
September 07, 2021 02:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBTune in this week to NTTC and find out all about Joey’s stress in continuing their flat finding experience as well as Deschenes deciding what headshots truly make her sparkle and shine. Then, it’s only fair that if Joey got a full episode, Deschenes gets a full episode. Listen long as Deschenes is in the hot seat and find out all the answers she has for Joeys hard-hitting questions (And yes including the most important question of all… Team Edward or Team Jacob?) FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: T...
What You Don't Know About Joey
August 31, 2021 02:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBNew to the Citea is back again this week with Joey’s BIGGEST update in their adventure to find a new flat, and Dee’s new American friendship outing. Then, we dive into Joey’s favourite topic of all…Joey. Sit down and find out ALL about Joey as Deschenes interviews them and what they think of themselves and the world. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/newtotheciteapodcast/ FACEBOOK: https://m.facebook.com/New-to-the-C...
We Can't Pronounce Irish Names
August 24, 2021 02:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBCatch up this week on NTTC with Deschenes talking all about her rowing machine debacle, and Joey discusses their process of finding a new place to live...well, hopefully. Then, Joey and Dee have a real adventure ahead of them when they tackle the subject of Irish names. Grab a drink and listen to them as they try, and *SPOILER ALERT*, and semi-succeed in proper pronunciation of Ireland's names. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: https://www.ins...
Drunk UK History: Margaret Thatcher
August 17, 2021 02:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MBWelcome back to a brand new week of NTTC and find out all about Joey’s BRAND NEW job and the Spanish coastal dream holiday of Deschenes’. Then your cohosts are back to the bottle where we have a new episode of drunk history. Find out about all our feelings about the one and only Iron Lady, Margaret Thatcher. *Spoiler Alert* Joey’s not too hot on the notoriously cold lady. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/newtothecite...
Promotions and LeaderSHIP
August 10, 2021 02:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBJoin your two favourite cohosts this week on NTTC where Joey and Dee talk about their previous week, including Dee making new, not so sober friends and Joey is on the hunt for a new flat. Then, Dee and Joeys topic this week is all about leadership. Covering our biggest pet peeves with bad leaders, how to gain trust as a leader and all of our experiences in between. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/newtotheciteapodcas...
Body Image
August 03, 2021 02:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MBNTTC this week had a catch-up with Dee and Joey talking about Joeys great big Blackpool adventure, and Deschenes birthday weekend of fun. Then we have a deep conversation all about body image. Dee and Joey discuss the dance world and how it impacts body image, operating body image in a non-binary mindset and loving yourself. TW: Body Image, Eating Disorders FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/newtotheciteapodcast/ FA...
Americans Try UK Snacks: Part 2
July 27, 2021 02:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBOn this week's edition of NTTC, Deschenes delves into another dating adventure on Thursday (trust me, that'll make sense more) and the misadventure she had on finding a date. Deschenes and Joey are back again, trying all the snacks that we missed the last time. Stick around and find out what we think about Hula Hoops, Soreen, and many more UK delicacies... Well, delicacy adjacent. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ne...
UK Slang
July 20, 2021 02:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBYou alright, mate? This week we dive into UK slang words, but beforehand, we find out the straightest thing Joey has done in a VERY long time, and how 2000s fashion is returning (against our better judgement). Then find out how integrated your cohosts REALLY are into UK society by discovering the slang they have picked up on since moving to London. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/newtotheciteapodcast/ FACEBOOK: htt...
Things We Miss About America
July 13, 2021 02:00 - 32 minutes - 22 MBCatch up with Dee and Joey this week, where Dee talks about celebrating American Independence over here in the UK and Joey discusses their rollercoaster of emotions while watching a Tina Turner tour (words you never thought you'd hear huh?). Then, your cohosts take a trip (in their heads that is) back to the States as we discuss ALLLLL the things we miss about American Culture. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/newtot...
First Date Horror Stories
July 06, 2021 02:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBDeschenes gets back to her roots, and takes a dance class in London in this week's episode! Catch up and also find out why Joey is in a precarious situation with their flat and why they are biting their nails about it. Then, this week's topic is one we all can agree on (or can we?)is bad first dates. You will want to stay listening to this week's episode because we get YOUR bad first date stories. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: https://www...
Drunk History: Jack the Ripper
June 29, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 51.6 MBWe welcome our cohosts back this week after a well-deserved break with a catch up and a drink (or many)! Find out how Dee got on at home back in the states, and Joey’s favorite study of dance that also happens to be Dee’s least favourite. Then, as highly requested, we are back with ANOTHER drunk U.K. history. Watch your backs when you’re listening to this weeks episode because we are talking the one, the only, the FIRST EVER widely reported serial killer, Jack the Ripper. Stay tuned to find ...
I Don't Get It: A UK Rant
May 25, 2021 03:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBIn this week’s episode, Joey and Dee shoot the breeze by discussing Joey’s newest sewing success and Dee’s new catty friend (and yes, take that as literally as you can). Then, your two cohosts, as happy as they are to be in their dream city, rant all about what in the U.K. just does NOT make sense. Listen in for some fun and pessimistic ranting. We promise you’ll love it. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/newtothecite...
Americans Try UK Snacks: Part 1
May 18, 2021 03:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBOn this DELICIOUS episode of NTTC, your two cohosts catch up in their weekly recording. Find out what made Joey and Dee want to leave a makeup store ASAP (shocking, I know) and why Joey had a TRIP going on their trip up to Leeds. Then, Deschenes and Joey begin their first of MANY episodes in a new series of Americans trying British food. Find out what two Yankees think of your favourite British snacks such as Wagon Wheels, Percy Pigs and many more. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https:...
Americans Try UK Snacks
May 18, 2021 03:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBOn this DELICIOUS episode of NTTC, your two cohosts catch up in their weekly recording. Find out what made Joey and Dee want to leave a makeup store ASAP (shocking, I know) and why Joey had a TRIP going on their trip up to Leeds. Then, Deschenes and Joey begin their first of MANY episodes in a new series of Americans trying British food. Find out what two Yankees think of your favourite British snacks such as Wagon Wheels, Percy Pigs and many more. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https:...
Our Dating Lives: Ships VS Land
May 11, 2021 03:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBJoey and Dee are back in another edition of NTTC this week. First, catch up by our cohosts chatting about Joey continuing their integration into London living by getting a job (we think?) and Dee's new dating app adventure all about Thursday (no not friday, and DEFINITELY not Saturday). Then it's all about dating this episode as Dee and Joey discuss the differences between ship and land dating. We go over the dirty details of ship goggles, a man who caused a whole ship to talk about his sex ...
California Dreaming w/ Deven (Alyxandar)
May 04, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBOn this weeks episode of New to the CiTea, we welcome Alyxandar (formally known as Deven) as our special guest! Listen along and catch up with all 3 of us as we discuss Alyxandar’s childhood growing up in Nebraska as a Black and Asian American and his new move to LA (adjacent). We also discuss the important of the BLM movement and how we, as active members of society, can incite change and take action against racism and bigotry. FOLLOW ALYXANDAR: @alyxandarofficial FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA...
Drunk UK History: Guy Fawkes (John Johnson)
April 27, 2021 03:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBIn their long awaited reunion, Joey and Dee start this episode by chatting about their VERY FIRST DAY in London together, Dee’s medical mishap, and the joy of Joey rediscovering one of their favorite TV series. Then your two cohosts are revisiting a fan favourite—U.K. Drunk History. Listen in as Joey and Dee get smashed and talk all about Guy Fawkes or as he is better known as in this household, John Johnson. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: ...
The First 5 Things To Do When Moving Somewhere New
April 20, 2021 03:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBIn the first EVER episode recorded exclusively in the UK, Joey and Dee discuss their LEAST favourite TV characters (prepare yourself for controversial yet brave statements), Joey's journey back to the UK and Dee's adventure into the twilight zone. Then, Joey and Dee discover the idea of moving and the very first steps that need to be taken when stepping off the plane. Get a notebook and a pen because notes SHALL be taken. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea...
House Hunters International- Decorating Edition
April 13, 2021 03:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBJoin your cohosts this week as we discuss Deschenes’ vaccine journey and how she can formally say F.U. to COVID-19, and Joey feeling nostalgic about the high seas. Then we are all about decorating this week as we talk about the ins and outs of decorating your brand new place and how to create a space that makes you feel like royalty. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/newtotheciteapodcast/ FACEBOOK: https://m.facebook...
G'Day Mate! Going Down Under w/ Lucy Wong
April 06, 2021 03:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBOn this weeks episode of New to the CiTea, Deschenes and Joey give an update on their newly formed Smile High Club, and Joey has the MOST exciting news you can think of (yes, THAT news!). Then, our cohosts are joined by the one and only Lucy Wong, an Aussie dancer with dual citizenship AND newly relocated to Melbourne. Stay tuned and find out what being swooped by a magpie is like, the impact of Coronavirus and Asian discrimination in Australia, and more Australian secrets revealed. FOLLOW...
Asking For A Friend...
March 30, 2021 03:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBListen into this episode of your favourite podcast (because we know it is) and find out the big step Deschenes has taken towards becoming EVEN MORE of a Brit, and the cold hard reality of achieving visa-hood hits Joey hard. Then, this weeks topic is all about friends! More specifically, making friends as an adult. Is it easier? More difficult? How do you navigate finding friends in adulthood? All these questions answered and more (yes, MORE) when you tune this week. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA:...
The Rise and Fall of the Boy Band Empire
March 23, 2021 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBJoin Dee and Joey on this weeks episode as they discuss Dee being rejected but making a best friend at the SAME time and Joey’s continuation with his Visa (tired of hearing about it yet? Because they sure as hell are!). Then we dive into the subject of this week: Boy Bands. You read that right. Dee and Joey discuss the origin of what we know and love as boy bands and ultimately what caused them to say Bye Bye Bye to society as a whole. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.co...
Drunk UK History: That Womanizer King Henry VIII
March 16, 2021 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MBWhat trouble have Dee and Joey gotten into this week? Listen to find out all about Joey’s new hair and why it has made them feel equally fabulous AND evil, and why Deschenes MIGHT get murdered at a summer camp. Then, you better grab a drink or 5 because Dee and Joey are getting shitfaced and breaking down the one (and only!) Henry the VIII and his 6 wives in the first EVER “Drunk History” episode! FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: https://www....
Our First Times In London!
March 09, 2021 04:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBThis week is just family, as Dee and Joey catch up about the previous TWO weeks that they have had including how Dee is becoming more and more British with each passing day, and Joey's most stressful day of his Visa process yet ( we wish we were exaggerating). Then, Joey and Dee reminisce about the first time they EVER stepped foot in the U.K and what made them fall in love with the city that they can now call home. Listen to find out the ups and the downs (yes, it does including Joey crying...
I'll Always Be Your Dance Captain- w/ David Ford and Berlyn Boswell
March 02, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBMake sure you join Dee and Joey this week for an EXTRA special interview episode where your cohosts interview not just one, but TWO friends and fellow dance captains, Berlyn Boswell and David Ford. Dive into this episode and discover what advice they have to give about leadership in the strange environment that is cruise ships, including how to spot a suck up to dealing with confrontation, as well as balancing leadership and friendship. They also reminisce about the good, the bad and the ug...
Cruise Ship Stories: Getting Hired
February 23, 2021 04:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBIn this week's episode, Dee tells us all about how she recieved an A+ in adulting by successfully cooking soup and Joey shocks Dee (oh how the tables have turned!) by revealing they know how to cook (and pretty well if they say so themselves). Then, join us as we turn to this week's topic of our cruise ship audition stories and the ups and downs of trying to achieve our dream jobs (and *SPOILER ALERT* we do! ...eventually. ) FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtotheci...
How Much It ACTUALLY Costs To Move
February 16, 2021 03:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBThis week, Joey and Dee discuss Joey’s visa process and all the directions they’re being pulled in, Deschenes receiving her first(!) Covid vaccine, and Joey getting yet ANOTHER tattoo (and what makes this one different). Then, they hop into the subject of money and specifically all the costs they have incurred in their process of receiving their visas. Pour a drink. You may need one listening to this. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: https://...
Going the Distance
February 09, 2021 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBBefore we dive into this weeks topic of long distance relationships, hear your cohosts catch up and discuss one of many times they got plastered together, Joey finding his fashion footing and Dee receiving exciting news. They then move into this weeks topic and cover all things long distance including love languages, intimacy without physicality and knowing if it’s all worth it (and trust us, you wanna know). FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: ...
Accidentally Moving to Sweden- w/ Joanna Blake
February 02, 2021 04:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBJoin this week with a fun filled episode of talks about Dee’s dating faux pas, but only by boring peoples standards, Joey’s big accomplishment of the week (little victories people!), and what TV show has Dee INSISTING on Joey watching. Then Joey and Dee welcome their very first guest on their podcast— Joanna Blake, a fellow American and former cruise ship dancer. Find out all the stories of her becoming a new Swedish visa holder and resident as well as the new adventures she’s discovering in...
USA VS UK: Grocery Stores
January 26, 2021 04:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBWhat's going on this week with Dee and Joey? Stay tuned to get an update with what social anxiety demon Joey has to tackle this week, what alcohol will get Dee drunk (well, she hopes) and their first guest spot on another podcast! Then this week's topic is all about food...well food adjacent. Joey and Dee discuss all of their thoughts about grocery stores and what is causing them to yell about eggs. Go listen to the "A Little Something Gay" podcast with your New to the CiTea hosts: https:/...
Dee Gets A Job and Joey Goes Viral
January 19, 2021 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBTune in this week with Dee and Joey and find out why Deschenes is ALREADY arriving and thriving in the city without stepping foot outside of her doorstep, and why Joey's social anxiety is back to say hello, but for the best reason possible! You will also get a little sneak peek into why Deschenes avoided the spa on board her ship like the plague, and the journey that Joey wants to take with his hair. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: https://...
Dee Moved To London! Joey Started A Business! 2020 Was Wild!
January 12, 2021 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBJoin Dee and Joey this week when they catch up, and get a peek into Dee's trek over to the UK and the (mis)adventures that came along with it, and Joey taking a jump into entrepreneurship! Then, they look back at the year that was 2020 (which we all know how THAT went), and the highs and the lows that they experienced. Trust me, you don't wanna miss this. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/newtotheciteapodcast/ FACEBO...
Complimenting Each Other, Pet Peeves, and Our Milestone
January 05, 2021 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBJoin Dee and Joey this week on their MILESTONE episode, where they just have a good ol' kickback and kiki about their lives. Grab a drink, pop your headphones in, and catch up with your hosts as they discuss Deschenes' list obsession, imposter syndrome, what Joey did to Dee once(!) and will NEVER do again, and much more. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: EMAIL: [email protected] TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/newtotheciteapodcast/ FA...
Dunkins, It's Hard, And Other Reasons Not To Move
December 29, 2020 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBAs they talk this week, Dee and Joey discuss their visa troubles and the lack of perfect coffee in their future, being pulled in every direction, and why we bring up baby coo’s (that’s cow, in scottish). Then, this week they dive into reasons why not (we know, reasons NOT) to move to a new city and the self reflection you need to take before packing your bags and stepping foot onto that flight. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: EMAIL: [email protected] TWITTER: https://twitter.com/ne...
Finding Room(Mates)
December 22, 2020 05:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MBWhy did Dee sob to her dog? What is Joey's next big step in London? Why exactly is soy hated in this household? You will find out when Joey and Dee sit down for this week's episode! Then, as they dive into this week's topic, Dee and Joey discuss the ups and downs that come with looking for roommates and making sure you're vibin' with the place and the people you're with. Also, you'll see why Dee, once again, has left Joey completely speechless (yes, again). FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTE...
Moving Is Scary (And That's Okay)
December 15, 2020 05:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBDee and Joey catch up this week by discussing the successful launch of the intro episode and the support they have received from it, Botox and the stigma that comes along with it, and a few more updates from the two . They then move into the subject of fear (scary, we know) by discussing what keeps them up at night when picking up and moving and how they decide to tackle those fears head on, so they can FINALLY sleep. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea IN...
Why And How We Are Moving To London
December 08, 2020 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22 MBIn the first (!) episode, Dee and Joey catch up about their lives and dive into casual dating, exciting fashion opportunities, and of course, have a *clink* with the drink of the week. Then they dive into this weeks topic of how and why they knew they wanted to go across the ocean and move to London. Dee and Joey chat about the moment they knew London was calling their name, the visas they need and the impact COVID has had on the process thus far along. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: h...
How Do We Even Pack For This
December 08, 2020 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBJoey and Dee begin their 3rd episode by catching up about how Dee has discovered a new perspective on her hometown , Joey's early life identity crisis and puppy talk (of course). They then dive into today's topic of packing, expressing their stress that comes with deciding what they need and what they have to leave behind when moving across the ocean. Not to mention, how they are figuring out how to put their entire life into two measly suitcases. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://...
Moving Somewhere New As An Introvert & A Visa Update
December 08, 2020 05:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBDee and Joey are back for another episode where they explore attention (and how they are getting it) , a bit of a health scare and some MAJOR news that sends Joey into speechlessness (crazy, we know). Joey and Dee then move onto today's topic of how being an introvert can really throw you for a loop when deciding to move to a new place and some ways to push through it in order to be successful. FACEBOOK GROUPS: https://www.facebook.com/groups/463963167004069 https://www.facebook.com/group...
Introducing: New to the CiTea
December 01, 2020 03:00 - 6 minutes - 4.51 MBTake your first step into the New to the CiTea podcast with your two new co-hosts on their journey to saying peace out to America and saying ‘ello love to London. In this quick 7 minute introduction, you will get to know a little bit about Dee and Joey, how they are able to take the steps to moving, and why you should be excited to follow them in their journey. FOLLOW NEW TO THE CITEA: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/newtothecitea INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/newtotheciteapodcast/ ...