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Mind Over Matcha: The Battle Against Consumer Misconceptions
The surprising strength of consumer beliefs and the uphill battle for truth in the world of matcha marketing.
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Mike Newton
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February 2024

Behind Ceremonial Grade: Exposing 130 Years of Tea History
The Unexpected Story of Ceremonial Tea in America
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Mike Newton

January 2024

Taking Fun Seriously: The Tea Letter in 2024
This year is shaping up to be the most fun yet.
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Mike Newton
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October 2023

Learning to let go (of pooping)
I have a baby and she doesn't know how to poop yet
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Mike Newton

March 2023

Flash Brew #7: When Weirdos Win
A week-late musing on why EEAAO's 7 Oscars gave me hope.
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Mike Newton
Flash Brew #6: Celebrating by Serving
Birthday tea in the park is the perfect chance to serve others.
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Mike Newton
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Flash Brew #5: Useless Distinctions
Beginner tea drinkiners should quickly leave behind categorical ways of thinking about tea.
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Mike Newton
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February 2023

Flash Brew #4: Life After Death
Eternity in a dinner plate.
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Mike Newton
Flash Brew #3: Moving Meditation
If anything can be the object of focus, why not tea?
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Mike Newton
Flash Brew #2: Buy A Tetsubin
Learn to take care of important things.
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Mike Newton
Flash Brew #1: Boiling Water on Green Tea
Don't let green tea control your life.
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Mike Newton
When the Lights Go Down in the City
Three days without power is plenty of time for contemplation
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Mike Newton
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