ASTRO MOJO DOJO
JTMF’s Tea Lounge. Immersive experiential learning, meditation, and of course, tea!
Astro, ‘of or relating to the stars’, Mojo, ‘a magic charm or spell’, Dojo, ‘a hall or place for immersive learning, experiential learning or meditation’. And so, the Astro Mojo Dojo Tea Lounge was born. The Astro Mojo Dojo is intended as a safe, sober-friendly space, a quiet and welcoming place for reflection, connection, and of course, tea! Stop in for galactic tea ceremonies with our incredible hosts.
*Lineup & schedule subject to change
• FRIDAY •
Morning Tea Session
Bryan Baker
7am – 10am
Bryan Baker is a Los Angeles based musician, flute maker, and herbalist exploring the space where improvisational music and tea meet. Through sound, plant allies, and handmade instruments, he creates intentional experiences that nourish presence, creativity, and community. His work draws from world music traditions, instrument craftsmanship, and herbal practice, with a focus on quality, care, and human-centered connection.
Kid’s Tea Time
Hollis & Isidora
11am – 2pm
A hit last festival that we must have back! Hollis & Isidora provide kid’s herbal tea, a platform for exploration of making your own tea blend, and unexpected ‘round the table fun during this session. We are very happy to provide a kids focused time in the Astro Mojo Dojo space! Parents please accompany younger kiddos while they are enjoying their time during this session.
Cha Dao & Flower Essences
Jen Ball
6pm – 9pm
Jen learned the importance of the human-plant connection at an early age. Her true passion lies with the vibrational medicine of plants and this has led to the studies of Amazonian plant medicine, Cha Dao, and 1000+ hours of herbal education from The Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism.
Jen currently resides in Joshua Tree, California, nestled between Oleander and Chaparral, where she offers flower essence consultations, tea ceremony, and reiki therapy, through her business, True North Essences. In her spare time, you will find her training to become a death care worker, sitting in tea ceremony, and adventuring with her pup, Dolly.
Tea Time With Your Friend Rama
Rama
10pm – 1am
Rama is a writer, tea lover, and space-holder devoted to creating moments of presence, connection, and gentle reflection. At the festival, he’ll be hosting multiple intimate tea sessions. This session will feature a selection of his favorite teas, paired with open conversation, oracle readings, and shared poetry—an invitation to slow down, listen deeply, and speak honestly.
Steeped in Sound
Bryan Baker Music
Midnight – 1am
Bryan Baker is a Los Angeles based musician, flute maker, and herbalist exploring the space where improvisational music and tea meet. Through sound, plant allies, and handmade instruments, he creates intentional experiences that nourish presence, creativity, and community. His work draws from world music traditions, instrument craftsmanship, and herbal practice, with a focus on quality, care, and human-centered connection. He will be performing with EMAEL, a friend and cellist from LA. And pouring tea with his sweetie, Carina, Saturday.
• SATURDAY •
Cha Dao & Flower Essences
Jen Ball
7am – 10am
Jen learned the importance of the human-plant connection at an early age. Her true passion lies with the vibrational medicine of plants and this has led to the studies of Amazonian plant medicine, Cha Dao, and 1000+ hours of herbal education from The Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism.
Jen currently resides in Joshua Tree, California, nestled between Oleander and Chaparral, where she offers flower essence consultations, tea ceremony, and reiki therapy, through her business, True North Essences. In her spare time, you will find her training to become a death care worker, sitting in tea ceremony, and adventuring with her pup, Dolly.
Can’t We All Just Get Oolong
Isidora
11am – 2pm
Romper and Stomper devoted to co-creating spaces where people feel at home. Drawn to ritual, music, and meaningful connection, I believe small moments hold quiet magic. You’ll often find me making something warm, and nurturing community wherever I land.
WYRDandy Musical Delights
Dante & Mandy
11am – 2pm
WYRDandy is a serendipitous meeting turned mystical musical delight – the love child of two bards who found a lost song in each other’s gaze. Amanda, from the hot-spring-laden, snow-covered Eastern Sierras, and Danté, from the toasted Sonoran Desert, both on their own Sonic paths, began life together after finding love at the Joshua Tree Music Festival in May of ‘25.
Drawing inspiration from long drives into the unknown, sun-soaked days, the fiery romance that set them in motion and the wild journey it’s taken them on since. Wyrdandy celebrates the elaborate simplicity of love’s expression – unpredictable, yet undeniable. Blending vocal harmonies with strings, synths and horns, Wyrdandy offers a uniquely familiar take on Americana folk music. They call it Slop Pop.
Loving Kindness Cacao
Your Friend Rama
3pm – 5pm
Rama is a writer, tea lover, and space-holder devoted to creating moments of presence, connection, and gentle reflection. At the festival, he’ll be hosting two intimate tea tent gatherings and cacao. This gathering will be a cacao sit with his special formulation of cacao & heart-opening herbs aptly named “Loving Kindness Cacao” offering a quiet, heart-centered space to soften, connect, and arrive more fully in the moment. Both sessions are rooted in warmth, curiosity, and the simple power of drinking tea together.
Yerba Maté Communitea
Eric
6pm – 9pm
Communitea is an invitation to slow down, sit together, and explore what community can look like when people are allowed to show up as they are. Eric guides the social ritual of sharing yerba mate, a deeply rooted tradition in South America and an expression of his Argentine heritage. In this setting, a mate circle is formed and conversation naturally unfolds. In Spanish, this act is often called “una charla”, or “a chat”, making mate the perfect pairing with this communitea offering. A desert local and community builder, Eric has a passion for connecting people and creating spaces for authentic expression. This gathering is open to anyone curious about connection, place, and what it means to live in community.
Late Night Tea
Bryan & Carina
10pm – 1am
Bryan Baker is a Los Angeles based musician, flute maker, and herbalist exploring the space where improvisational music and tea meet. Through sound, plant allies, and handmade instruments, he creates intentional experiences that nourish presence, creativity, and community. His work draws from world music traditions, instrument craftsmanship, and herbal practice, with a focus on quality, care, and human-centered connection. He will be pouring tea with his sweetie, Carina, Saturday.
Steeped in Sound
Bryan Baker w/ EMAEL
Midnight – 1am
Bryan Baker is a Los Angeles based musician, flute maker, and herbalist exploring the space where improvisational music and tea meet. Through sound, plant allies, and handmade instruments, he creates intentional experiences that nourish presence, creativity, and community. His work draws from world music traditions, instrument craftsmanship, and herbal practice, with a focus on quality, care, and human-centered connection. He will be performing with EMAEL, a friend and cellist from LA. And pouring tea with his sweetie, Carina, Saturday.
• SUNDAY •
Morning Tea
Taran
7am – 10am
The diversity of tea cultivation, processing, cultural interaction, steeping methods, and drinking experience awes me and brings pleasure. I carry these gifts of tea to share with others. For me, service is at the root of each steep and each cup poured. And in service resides joy. At this year’s festival, I look forward to supporting all our tea tenders and connecting with everyone who visits the Dojo.
Cha Dao & Flower Essences
Jen Ball
11am – 2pm
Jen learned the importance of the human-plant connection at an early age. Her true passion lies with the vibrational medicine of plants and this has led to the studies of Amazonian plant medicine, Cha Dao, and 1000+ hours of herbal education from The Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism.
Jen currently resides in Joshua Tree, California, nestled between Oleander and Chaparral, where she offers flower essence consultations, tea ceremony, and reiki therapy, through her business, True North Essences. In her spare time, you will find her training to become a death care worker, sitting in tea ceremony, and adventuring with her pup, Dolly.
Synthsational
RocketSynth
11am – 2pm
Immerse yourself in the psychedelic soundscapes from longtime Hi-Dez resident Carl Rice. This live synth set is guaranteed to charge your frequency and take you on a journey through space and time!
Tea Time With Your Friend Rama
Rama
7pm – 10pm
Rama is a writer, tea lover, and space-holder devoted to creating moments of presence, connection, and gentle reflection. At the festival, he’ll be hosting two intimate tea tent gatherings and cacao. One session will feature a selection of his favorite teas, paired with open conversation, oracle readings, and shared poetry—an invitation to slow down, listen deeply, and speak honestly. The other gathering will be a cacao sit with his special formulation of cacao & heart-opening herbs aptly named “Loving Kindess Cacao”, offering a quiet, heart-centered space to soften, connect, and arrive more fully in the moment. Both sessions are rooted in warmth, curiosity, and the simple power of drinking tea together.
Cafe Stage Tea
Isidora
11pm – ??
Romper and Stomper devoted to co-creating spaces where people feel at home. Drawn to ritual, music, and meaningful connection, I believe small moments hold quiet magic. You’ll often find me making something warm, and nurturing community wherever I land. Join me Sunday night for a sweet closing tea session at the Cafe Stage.
