The Sweet Tea Series

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The Lost Art of Hosting and Hospitality

October 13, 2026

Hospitality, kindness, politics, and culture. What do all of those things have in common? They all start at the dinner table. In this episode of The Sweet Tea Series, Ariana Guajardo sits down with southern hostess, writer, and business owner Lisa Zook to discuss the difference between entertaining and true hospitality and why bringing people back to the dinner table matters.Lisa explains how fear, perfectionism, and technology have discouraged people from opening their homes and connecting w...

The Hidden Factors Driving Up Housing Costs for Texans

September 29, 2026

Why is homeownership becoming increasingly difficult for Texans and what can Texas do to make housing more affordable?In this episode of The Sweet Tea Series, Ariana Guajardo sits down with Jose Melendez, campaign director for TPPF’s Taxpayer Protection Project and Government Reform and Oversight Coalition, to discuss the housing affordability crisis facing young families, renters, and essential workers across Texas.From restrictive zoning and minimum lot sizes to permitting delays and rising...

Raising Resilient Kids: Nutrition & Brain Development in the Age of Screens

September 22, 2026

What do nutrition, screen time, stress, and everyday childhood experiences do to a developing brain?In this episode of The Sweet Tea Series, Ariana Guajardo is joined by Dr. Delia McCabe, whose work brings together psychology, nutrition, and neuroscience, to explore how parents can help raise healthy, resilient kids.Dr. McCabe explains how nutrition supports brain development and neuroplasticity, why movement and play are essential for children, and how excessive screen time can affect the wa...

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How do I get in touch with The Sweet Tea Series?

The Sweet Tea Series is hosted by Ariana Guajardo. Its publicly listed email is sweettea@texaspolicy.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Sweet Tea Series?

The publicly listed email for The Sweet Tea Series: sweettea@texaspolicy.com.

How many listeners does The Sweet Tea Series have?

Podseeker estimates The Sweet Tea Series reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Sweet Tea Series?

The Sweet Tea Series typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Policy scholars, attorneys, education and healthcare advocates, business owners, and elected officials with relevant subject-matter expertise or firsthand policy experience. Common among recent guests: Published policy research; Professional advocacy or legislative experience; Leadership of a relevant organization or initiative. Recent guests include Kate Bierly, Brooke Garner, and Laura Beth Latimer.

How hard is it to get booked on The Sweet Tea Series?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The Sweet Tea Series cover?

Recent episodes cover Public Policy, Education, Healthcare, Constitutional Rights, and Family Policy. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.