Happy Thanksgiving, Storytellers!
HELLO from Bangkok, Thailand! Just flew in from Phuket last night and am loving the AirBNB I’m staying at right now. We’re super close to a ton of shops and the public transportation for easy access to other cool locations.
Phuket was gorgeous but a bit too laid back for me. I missed the city life and the convenience of food stalls everywhere, which made Bangkok the perfect destination after Phuket. We’ll be heading off for Siem Reap in Cambodia to explore Angkor Wat; I’m SO excited to wander around the temples and to learn about the rich history behind them and to experience the culture.
Today’s a super quick episode as I know you’re all busy getting ready for the big meal tonight! Please have a listen any time you’re free so you’re all caught up on important Holiday announcements for the show.
I also touch a little bit on what I’ve been up to in Asia. I found out super last minute that SOI DOG FOUNDATION was located 15 minutes away from where I was staying in Phuket and I was so happy we were able to volunteer before catching our flight to Bangkok.
Please check out today's shownotes page for ADORABLE pictures of some puppies and dogs we met at the Soi Dog Foundation Headquarters! CLICK HERE TO SEE THE PICS!
***I want to thank you all for being such incredible listeners and for creating a loving, encouraging, and supportive tribe with me.***
“If you can reveal everything about yourself, then you can write about anything.”
Hello Storytellers! I just arrived in Singapore about two hours ago– I love how efficient their public transportation is!
Today’s episode marks the 25th episode for 88 CUPS OF TEA— Happy 25th Episode, storytellers! 88 CUPS OF TEA wouldn’t be here without you amazing listeners. Thank you so much for listening in each week and making the storyteller tribe what it is today.
Hello from Malaysia, Storytellers! I arrived recently to visit my Grandpa and explore my mom’s homecountry. In case you might’ve missed the latest update, I’ve been traveling around Asia and just finished an inspiring and educational intensive tea-study program in Taiwan. (To listen to a special episode about my trip in Asia and about the tea program–my very first production of an NPR inspired narrative episode, CLICK HERE TO LISTEN!)
For today’s episode, I’m so excited and thrilled to share the much anticipated interview with 2015 Caldecott Medal winner, Dan Santat. For those that may not be familiar with the medal— it’s just about the most important award a children’s book illustrator can receive (think OSCARS in the world of children’s books). Dan is also a New York Times bestselling and award winning author and illustrator whose illustrated over 20 books for children. Dan’s book that won him the prestigious award is called “The Adventures of Beekle: An Unimaginary Friend”.
According to a Variety article published in May, “The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend” has been adapted into a DreamWorks Animation movie that will be directed by Oscar-nominated filmmaker Jason Reitman.
I’m such a fan of this heartwarming book about friendship, courage, and finding one’s self. It’s proudly displayed on my bookshelf, and recommended to friends time and time again.
This magical story begins on an island far away where an imaginary friend is born. He patiently waits his turn to be chosen by a real child, but when he is overlooked time and again, he sets off on an incredible journey to the bustling city, where he finally meets his perfect match and-at long last-is given his special name: Beekle.
Dan Santat is the author/illustrator of SIDEKICKS and the winner of the Silver Medal from the Society of Illustrators for OH NO! (Or How My Science Project Destroyed the World) by Mac Barnett. He is also the creator of the Disney animated hit, THE REPLACEMENTS. Dan lives in Southern California with his wife, two kids, and various pets.
For Dan's shownotes, go to 88cupsoftea.com/podcast/dansantat
Hey Storytellers! Thank you guys so much for being a part of this storyteller tribe and listening in. This episode is really special to me. As you’ll notice, it’s the first episode of this show where I experimented with my own kind of storytelling, similar to that of an NPR episode. I’ve been so inspired by all the interviews with guests on 88 CUPS OF TEA and have been itching to share a story through this kind of medium. Thanks for allowing me to share that with you.
I would really love to hear your thoughts about this episode, so come on over and find me on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
I’ve been posting pictures and videos of the tea intensive and my trip around Asia on those same social media accounts so check out #88CupsOfAsia if you’d like to join me on my adventures!