Hey you! Yes, you! Have you been listening to Theo’s Coffee Break and wondering what it’s like to sit at the table with me?

This episode is a personal invitation—for you to come be a guest on the podcast. Whether you’ve got a story to tell, a lesson to share, or you just want to show up as your full self, I want to hear from you.

If you or someone you know would be a great fit, send an email to:
📧 theoscoffeebreakpodcast@gmail.com

Because building this community is about more than just me talking—it’s about us learning from each other. So come sit with me. The coffee’s warm, and you’re always welcome here.

☕ Let’s create something real—together.

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Welcome back to Theo's coffee table where the coffee is always on and warm.

If you enjoyed this episode, I’d love it if you subscribed and followed the podcast — and don’t forget to turn on notifications so you never miss a coffee break.

Want to be part of the conversation? Or just share what’s on your heart? Send me a note at theoscoffeebreakpodcast@gmail.com — I truly can’t wait to hear from you.

Thank you for being here. I’m so excited to grow with you, one story and one sip at a time.

Until next time… remember, you’ll always have a place at my coffee table.

Have you ever felt stuck in a loop of thoughts that just won’t stop? Like your mind is going 100 mph, but your spirit is begging you to pause?

In today’s episode, I’m talking about the all-too-familiar experience of mental gridlock—when overthinking takes over, and we disconnect from our body, our heart, and even the moment we’re living in.

We’ll explore how to reclaim your presence, your peace, and your joy—without shame, without pressure, and without needing to fix everything all at once.

This one’s for the overachievers, the deep feelers, and anyone who’s tired of spinning their wheels.

Come take a break. Your heart knows the way.

☕ The coffee is always on.

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Welcome back to Theo's coffee table where the coffee is always on and warm.

If you enjoyed this episode, I’d love it if you subscribed and followed the podcast — and don’t forget to turn on notifications so you never miss a coffee break.

Want to be part of the conversation? Or just share what’s on your heart? Send me a note at theoscoffeebreakpodcast@gmail.com — I truly can’t wait to hear from you.

Thank you for being here. I’m so excited to grow with you, one story and one sip at a time.

Until next time… remember, you’ll always have a place at my coffee table.

A personal, heart-on-the-sleeve reflection on why visibility isn’t vanity—it’s healing. From growing up as a queer, Korean-born transracial adoptee with no mirrors to follow, to choosing daily to become that mirror for someone else, Theo unpacks the power of being seen, the courage of showing up authentically, and the living legacy we create when we dare to take up space. Pour a cup, settle in, and remember: your presence might be the permission someone else has been waiting for.

Welcome back to Theo's coffee table where the coffee is always on and warm.

If you enjoyed this episode, I’d love it if you subscribed and followed the podcast — and don’t forget to turn on notifications so you never miss a coffee break.

Want to be part of the conversation? Or just share what’s on your heart? Send me a note at theoscoffeebreakpodcast@gmail.com — I truly can’t wait to hear from you.

Thank you for being here. I’m so excited to grow with you, one story and one sip at a time.

Until next time… remember, you’ll always have a place at my coffee table.

In this heart-centered conversation, Kylia Joyce joins Theo at the coffee table to share what it means to be a doula and an abolitionist, leading with tenderness through her company, You Are Seen Doula Services.

With courage and clarity, she speaks on what it takes to advocate for justice — even when it makes others uncomfortable — and the lived experience of growing into womanhood as a Black person in today’s world.

From identity and resilience to rest and resistance, Kylia opens up about her journey of healing through service, redefining success, and choosing softness as a form of protest.

☕ Come sit at the coffee table — you’ll leave feeling seen, stirred, and kindly reminded: to be on the right side of history, you must choose it for yourself.

Welcome back to Theo's coffee table where the coffee is always on and warm.

If you enjoyed this episode, I’d love it if you subscribed and followed the podcast — and don’t forget to turn on notifications so you never miss a coffee break.

Want to be part of the conversation? Or just share what’s on your heart? Send me a note at theoscoffeebreakpodcast@gmail.com — I truly can’t wait to hear from you.

Thank you for being here. I’m so excited to grow with you, one story and one sip at a time.

Until next time… remember, you’ll always have a place at my coffee table.

What happens when we stop blindly following charisma and start asking harder questions about power, influence, and emotional manipulation? This solo episode explores how cultural figures like Donald Trump expose deeper truths about our spiritual discernment, our relationship with leadership, and the danger of prioritizing performance over integrity. A bold, unfiltered reflection that is meant not to comfort, but to awaken us all to the current realities of the United States of America.

Welcome back to Theo's coffee table where the coffee is always on and warm.

If you enjoyed this episode, I’d love it if you subscribed and followed the podcast — and don’t forget to turn on notifications so you never miss a coffee break.

Want to be part of the conversation? Or just share what’s on your heart? Send me a note at theoscoffeebreakpodcast@gmail.com — I truly can’t wait to hear from you.

Thank you for being here. I’m so excited to grow with you, one story and one sip at a time.

Until next time… remember, you’ll always have a place at my coffee table.

In this solo episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, I explore the tension between faith, toxic positivity, and real spiritual discernment.

What does it mean to be a person of hope without bypassing the hard stuff? How do we stay grounded in God’s goodness without gaslighting ourselves through suffering?

This isn’t just about “thinking good thoughts.” It’s about returning to YOU—your wisdom, your clarity, your intuition—and learning to trust that joy isn’t earned, it’s allowed.

If you’ve ever been told to “just have more faith” when you were breaking inside, this episode is for you.

Welcome back to Theo's coffee table where the coffee is always on and warm.

If you enjoyed this episode, I’d love it if you subscribed and followed the podcast — and don’t forget to turn on notifications so you never miss a coffee break.

Want to be part of the conversation? Or just share what’s on your heart? Send me a note at theoscoffeebreakpodcast@gmail.com — I truly can’t wait to hear from you.

Thank you for being here. I’m so excited to grow with you, one story and one sip at a time.

Until next time… remember, you’ll always have a place at my coffee table.

In this episode of Theo’s Coffee Break, I sit down with Rev. Ellen Schoepf, a pastor, thinker, and spiritual leader unafraid to speak truth in tender places. Together, we explore the evolving role of the church, what it means to wrestle with faith in a shifting world, and how to hold onto compassion when institutions fall short.

This conversation invites us to reimagine what community, leadership, and spiritual integrity can look like—especially in times of division and change.

☕ Whether you’re deconstructing, rebuilding, or simply curious, this one’s for you.

Welcome back to Theo's coffee table where the coffee is always on and warm.

If you enjoyed this episode, I’d love it if you subscribed and followed the podcast — and don’t forget to turn on notifications so you never miss a coffee break.

Want to be part of the conversation? Or just share what’s on your heart? Send me a note at theoscoffeebreakpodcast@gmail.com — I truly can’t wait to hear from you.

Thank you for being here. I’m so excited to grow with you, one story and one sip at a time.

Until next time… remember, you’ll always have a place at my coffee table.

Welcome to the coffee table at Theo’s Coffee Break — a podcast where meaningful stories, soulful reflection, and real connection are always on the menu. ☕

In this early episode of Season One, we explore the history of the classic coffee break—from its roots in labor rights and community practices to what it means in our lives today, and here at Theo's coffee table. You’ll also get a glimpse into the heart behind this podcast: creating a space where conversation is valued, connection is healing, and no one has to sit alone.

This episode was recorded in the midst of deep transformation—a leap of faith in motion, from working a 9-to-5 to making a total career pivot into entrepreneurship. So whether you’re on a walk, driving to work, or curled up with your favorite drink, pull up a seat. You’re always welcome at Theo's coffee table.

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Welcome back to Theo's coffee table where the coffee is always on and warm.

If you enjoyed this episode, I’d love it if you subscribed and followed the podcast — and don’t forget to turn on notifications so you never miss a coffee break.

Want to be part of the conversation? Or just share what’s on your heart? Send me a note at theoscoffeebreakpodcast@gmail.com — I truly can’t wait to hear from you.

Thank you for being here. I’m so excited to grow with you, one story and one sip at a time.

Until next time… remember, you’ll always have a place at my coffee table.