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A His & Hers view on Life, Love, Relationships, Pop Culture, & Politics from Husband & Wife duo Brad 'Kamikaze' Franklin & Funmi 'Queen' Franklin

Kaz & Queen


    • Apr 25, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 52m AVG DURATION
    • 75 EPISODES


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    The Queen Turns 50, Love and Life, & How You Get 'Em Is How You Keep 'Em

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 42:24


    ITS THE SEASON 3 FINALE!!! The Queen is turning 50! She talks about her milestone and her approach to the years to come. Also: The 12th installment of the Love & Life Panel Discussion is Saturday, May 4th. What can we expect from this year's conversation? PLUS: Kaz & Queen give their take on a few viral posts from the last week. #chrisbrown #quavo #Drake #kendricklamar #kazandqueen #goodthingsjxn #mississippi #blackcreatives #blacklove #blackpower #caitlyn #angelreese 

    Leisure or Legacy, Lucille and Charles, & How I Met My Mate

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2024 44:20


    On Episode 74 of According To Kaz & Queen: Would you rather live a life of comfort and leisure that is unimpactful or would you prefer to live a life of struggle but leave a legacy that spans generations? The Franklins give their take. On the Starz series, BMF, Lucille hasn't decided between Charles and the Doctor. Is she right to take her time making a decision? Was the Doctor out of line for sending flowers to her home? Will Lucille and the Doctor go all the way? And why is Charles still not paying any bills? Plus: The Franklins talk about the night they met. But have two different accounts of what happened that night. Who's story is right? #BMF #drake #rickross #blackcreatives #blackpodcast #mississippi #kazandqueen #blacklove #blackpower 

    J Cole Cops Pleas, Mendeecees Ain't In Love, & The Tribal Chief Loses

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 50:09


    On Episode 73 of According To Kaz and Queen: J Cole Apologizes to Kendrick Lamar at a recent concert for hurling some retaliatory bars at him and the internet goes nuts! Is the "Rap battle" as we know it, dead? Was J Cole showing maturity or fear? Was it yet another "L" for the light skinned delegation? Love and Hip Hop Couple Mendeecees and Yandy are back in the spotlight. Mendeecees admitted on a recent episode that he was still married to Yandy out of loyalty not love. How common do you think that is in today's relationships? Is marrying for love "outdated". ALSO: Kaz is in mourning after Wrestlemania 40. The Tribal Chief Roman Reigns lost to Cody Rhodes ending a 3 year reign. How long will he grieve? How was WM 40 overall? #Jcole #WWE #LoveandHipHop #blackpodcast #blackcreatives #goodthingsjxn #blackpodcast #mississippi #kazandqueen #blacklove 

    The Diddler, Lizzo Be Quitting, Cowboy Carter, & Wrestlemania 40 Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 64:41


    On Episode 72 of According To Kaz and Queen: Federal Agents raid Diddy's Homes and the walls appear to be closing in. Will Sean Combs get the R. Kelly/Mystikal treatment? Do we still give grace to sexual predators? Also: Lizzo announces that she's "quitting". But quitting what? Did Social Media Criticism take its toll? Or was Lizzo never as confident as she appeared? And why does Beyonce seem to handle the scrutiny better? PLUS: We talk about the Cowboy Carter album and preview WWE Wrestlemania 40. #Diddy #WWE #Lizzo #Beyonce #Wrestlemania #cowboycarter #TheRock

    GoFundMe A Man, Drag The Dating Pool, & Who Ain't Fresh?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 59:09


    On Episode 71 of According To Kaz & Queen: A Social Media influencer starts a GoFundMe to raise money to pay a matchmaker. Has dating these days gotten this bad? Should she be embarrassed? Will followers actually send her money? Queen talks about conversations she's had with clients about their bad dating experiences. Also: What does it mean to "dress old"? A 40 year old man goes viral after getting roasted by a group of young women about his outfit. Social Media comes to his defense and the conversation turns to what makes a fresh fit. Kaz recalls his favorite go to outfit from years back. ##tiktok #kendricklamar #jcole #drake #iaintfresh #mississippi #goodthingsjxn #blackcreatives #blackpodcast #kazandqueen #blacklove #jacksonaf #kundicollective #blackpower ##juneteenth 

    Pay To Weigh, Showing Love On Social Media, & Deadbeat Moms

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2024 56:39


    On According To Kaz & Queen 70: Tik Tok Influencer Cekeyus Jones says it'll take $250K from her followers for her to lose weight after a nurse commented on one of her videos. Was the nurse out of line? Is Cekeyus just looking for a quick come up? Should we just sit back and watch social media influencers be destructive? Also: A recent article says couples who don't post about each other on social media often are happier than those who do? Is this true? The Franklins share their own story. PLUS: Social Media Star Kayla Nicole has been accused of being a Deadbeat mom because she says her kids are being raised by their Dad. Who's responsible for "raising" the kids? #tiktok #tiktokvideo #mississippi #blackcreatives #goodthingsjxn #blackpodcast #kazandqueen #jacksonaf #blacklove #jacksonstateuniversity #blackpower #kundicollective 

    Love Is Blind, Clay's Cold Feet, & Women Can't Drink Beer and Fart

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 57:29


    On Episode 69 of According To Kaz & Queen: Is Love Truly Blind? Can you truly fall in love with someone sight unseen?  Did Clay show signs early on that he wasn't ready to get married? Was he still dealing with some childhood traumas from his father's infidelity?Also: On the heels of the infamous "What Makes Men Sassy" list, the internet has come up with a new list for the ladies: "What Makes Women Masculine". Kaz & Queen take a look at that list and get a few laughs. You don't want to miss this episode#loveisblind #loveisblindseason6 #loveisblindseason6 #mississippi #blackcreatives #blackpodcast #blacklove #jacksonaf #kazandqueen #kundicollective # 

    The Drinks Too Damn High, PWI's & Black Alumni, & Dylan Spits Hot Fire

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2024 46:03


    On Episode 68 of According To Kaz & Queen: How much are you willing to spend for a night on the town? Is there a price you consider too high for cocktails and fine dining? Where do you stand on publicly blasting Black restaurants/bars? Also: Black Alumni Weeks at Predominantly white Institutions have become commonplace. Some detractors say, "Why not just attend an HBCU?" The Franklins recount their diverse High School experience which led to college experiences at 2 Historically Black Colleges. PLUS: Former P.Diddy artist and cast member of "Making The Band" Dylan says the famous Dave Chapelle skit parodying their reality shoe got him Black listed from the music industry. Was it the jokes? Or was the music not good? #diddy #meekmill #reesateesa #blackpodcast #goodthingsjxn #blackcreatives #mississippi #kazandqueen #blacklove #jacksonstateuniversity #sonicboomofthesouth #knuckles #blackpower #abbottelementary #art #goodthingsjxn

    F_ck A Job, Red Flags, & Reesa Teesa Met A Fleecer

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 29, 2024 43:29


    On Episode 67 of According To Kaz & Queen: Storage Unit Guy is back again. This time he goes off on people who keep telling him to "get a job". Has America fooled us into believing the concept of "having a job"? And do you need one to find true happiness? Reesa Teesa had social media in a chokehold recently with her 50 part series "Why TF Did I Get Married?". It has since garnered her millions of views and a big check from Tik Tok. Have folks crossed the line on sharing on social media? How far are people willing to go for a check? ALSO: Recognizing Red Flags in a relationship. Why did Reesa Tessa not see the signs immediately? And what can you do to recognize those red flags before you regret it?#reesateesa #tiktok #beyonce #meaculpa #tylerperry #blackcreatives #mississippi #blackpodcast #goodthingsjxn #kazandqueen #blacklove #jacksonstateuniversity #blackpower 

    Ride or Die Don't Pay Rent, Beyonce Reclaims Country, & Bo Duke Is Racist

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 52:50


    On Episode 66: Desi Banks recently visited Club Shay Shay and talked about his ex-girlfriend not supporting his dreams of a comedy career. How long is a significant other supposed to support your dreams. Does "Ride or Die" mean living in poverty? How do you balance chasing a career AND taking care of home? The Franklins talk about their own journey through dream chasing and relationship conflicts. ALSO: Beyonce drops two new Country songs on Super Bowl Sunday and some country fans are up in arms. Including former Dukes of Hazzard actor John Schneider who made thinly veiled racist remarks about the Beyonce singles. Should Black folks start "gatekeeping" at radio stations as well? #beyonce #texasholdem #desi #clubshayshay #tylerperry #blackcreatives #mississippi #blackpodcast #goodthingsjxn #kazandqueen #jacksonstateuniversity #blackpower #kundicollective #jackson #vincestaples 

    Mo'Nique Still Mad, Killer Mike Aint Mumble Rap, & The Rock Is Cooking

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 34:50


    On Episode 65 of According To Kaz & Queen: Mo'Nique is still going after Tyler Perry, Oprah, and Kevin Hart. Has her gripes now become annoying? Who's to blame for where her career is now? Is she speaking HER truth or avoiding accountability? ALSO: Killer Mike sweeps the Rap Category at the Grammys. But a lot of Younger Influencers are mad that he won over Travis Scott and Metro Boomin. Why is there such a divide between the older and younger generation of Hip Hop Listeners?PLUS: The Rock is slated to return at Wrestlemania 40. After the recent press conference in Las Vegas anticipation is at an all time high. Are yall excited for WM XL?#therock #monique #clubshayshay #wwe #codyrhodes #goodthingsjxn #mississippi #blackcreatives #blackpodcast #jacksonaf #jacksonstateuniversity #monique 

    Black History Month, Tyrese Talks Too Much, & Blowing A Blessing

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 54:59


    On Episode 64 of According To Kaz & Queen: It's Black History Month and The Franklins talk about expressing Blackness, Teaching Black History, and how white allies can use their white privilege against systemic racism. Also: Tyrese told an interviewer that he wishes he was born Latino. But Kaz & Queen would just like for him to shut up and stop talking. PLUS: Controversy continues to follow Food Influencer Keith Lee as he visits Dallas and blesses a business with $4000. But the owner defies his wishes, keeps the money, and starts an uproar online. How quickly can you have a blessing blow up in your face? The Franklins give their thoughts #keithlee #blackhistorymonth #megantheestallion #nickiminaj #wwe #TheRock #blackcreatives #blacklove #blackpodcast #mississippi #clubshayshay #jacksonstateuniversity #chriseanrock #kazandqueen #goodthingsjxn #jacksonaf #kundicollection 

    A Fool's Tattoos, Gentrified Swag Surfin, & Hiss Diss Misses

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 44:33


    On This Episode of According To Kaz & Queen: How hard do you have to love to get a face tattoo of your partner? Will Chrisean Rock ever regret getting a face tattoo of Blueface? Are you as tired of seeing Taylor Swift at Chiefs games as we are? And who told Chiefs fans to ruin the iconic "Swag Surf" for Black folks? And why does Shannon Sharpe think Swift is a bigger star than Beyonce?Also: Did Nicki Minaj response to Meg's "Hiss" fall flat? What are the rules in rap battles? #nickiminaj #megantheestallion #taylorswift #swagsurf #chiefs #shannonsharpe #chadochocinco #chriseanrock #blueface #mississippi #blackcreatives #blacklove #blackpodcast #clubshayshay #jacksonaf #jacksonstateuniversity #jesus #vincemcmahon #wwe 

    Social Media Madness, Influencer Flops, & The Illuminati Is For Losers

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 47:41


    Kaz and Queen are back from the holidays for Episode 62! Has Social Media gotten out of control? Why are people so prone to overshare? A Tik Toker gets kicked out of a storage unit he was living in after posting videos online. Another wanna-be influencer moves her entire family to a new city in hopes of going viral...and ends up homeless! What's REALLY going on? Also, why do folks actually believe that Black celebrities have to join the "illuminati" to be successful? Is Kevin Hart a plant? Or was Katt Williams doing a lil bit if hating? You decide? #kevinhart #kattwilliams #clubshayshay #diddy #deionsanders #blackpodcast #blackcreatives #blacklove #kazandqueen #kundicollection #mississippi #jacksonaf #jacksonstateuniversity

    Scammer Chefs, Diddy Bopped, & Dealing With Grief For The Holidays

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 37:47


    On the mid-Season Finale of According To Kaz and Queen: Internet Chef and alleged scammer Darius Cooks visits some popular Jackson, MS restaurants and causes a stir. Do we put too much stock in "Celebrity Opinions"Also: Allegations continue to pile up for Sean 'Diddy" Combs as even more abusers come out of the woodwork. Is there an actual fire somewhere amongst the smoke? Have we simply ignored the signs...or the victims for too long?PLUS: The Holidays are not jolly for everyone. Seasonal depression and grief is a real thing. Queen gives out some advice on how to be comforting to those who are struggling in the holiday season#diddy #deionsanders #christmas #dariuscooks #blackcreatives #blacklove #kazandqueen #kundicollective #jacksonaf #jacksonstateuniversity #blackpodcast 

    Transparency, Threesomes, and Q&A With The Franklins

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2023 50:18


    D(eb)ATE NIGHT was a success! Thanksgiving is over and The Franklins are back with another episode. This week, Is there such thing as "too much" transparency in a marriage/relationship? Queen talks about being warned about "sharing too much" on the Podcast. Also. What are The Franklins views on threesomes in marriage? PLUS: Kaz & Queen answer questions from the audience that didn't get asked at D(eb)ATE NIGHT#diddy #deionsanders #jacksonstateuniversity #cmpunk #wwe #andre3000 #marriage #blackmarriage #goodthingsjxn #blackcreatives #mississippi #blacklove #blackpodcast #kazandqueen #jacksonaf #kundicollective

    Giving Thanks, Christmas Movie Hell, and Andre 3000 Makes Yoga Music

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 48:37


    It's the Thanksgiving Edition of According To Kaz & Queen. What are The Franklins thankful for this year?Why does Queen have Christmas decorations up before the turkey has been carved?Are the plots of Christmas movies all the same? ALSO: Why won't Andre 3000 give us what we need? AN OUTKAST ALBUM! What did the Franklins think about 3 Stacks "Flute Album"?#Diddy #andre3000 #Cassie #deionsanders #thanksgiving #mississippi #Christmas3 #jacksonstateuniversity #goodthingsjxn #blackcreatives #blackpodcast #blacklove #jadapinkett #kazandqueen #kundicollective

    The D(eb)ATE NIGHT Crew Talk "Worst Date" & "Worst Sex" Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 78:37


    The rest of The D(eb)ATE NIGHT crew join Kaz & Queen on this episode for a preview of what you will see November 24th in Jackson, MSThey talk "Worst Dates" and "Worst Sex" Ever. PLUS: Whats the definition of "having a roster"#kekepalmer #blackpodcast #mississippi #jacksonstateuniversity #goodthingsjxn #blacklove #blackcreatives #deionsanders #joerogan #joebiden #85south #85southshow

    Vote or Shut Up, Politics Ain't Religion, & You Can't Eat Vibes

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 46:04


    On this episode of According To Kaz and Queen. ITS ELECTION DAY! Kaz and Queen talk about why voting is important, why many are cynical about it, and why don't young people care more. Also: Internet Critic Keith Lee caused a stir with his recent viral reviews of Atlanta restaurants. Does service and quality food even matter anymore? Or do folks just want to see celebrities and vibe? #keithlee #deionsanders #mississippi #tatereeves #Brandonpresley #jacksonstateuniversity #govote #rockthevote #blackcreatives #goodthingsjxn #blacklove #blackpodcast #northwest #kimkardashian 

    Triggers, Non-Traditional Love, & Seperation Anxiety

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 50:54


    On this episode of According To Kaz & Queen: A small incident in the Franklin household triggers old wounds and leads to a blowup. That argument brings up old fears, gaslighting, and bad memories. How did The Franklins work through triggers. Also, Queen was out of town 2 days Officiating a wedding. Kaz talks about dealing with separation anxiety and his problems with being alone. Does he have abandonment issues. PLUS: D(eb)ATE NIGHT is coming to Jackson, MS Nov. 24th. #jadapinkett #deionsanders #matthewperry #jacksonstateuniversity #mississippi #blackcreatives #blacklove #blackpodcast #goodthingsjxn #kazandqueen #kundicollective

    Birthday Hangovers, First Dates, and Brian McKnight Is A Supervillian

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 51:54


    On this episode of Kaz & Queen. Kaz recovers from a Birthday weekend of drinking. Did his plan to avoid a hangover work? Also, Brian McKnight drops a new album and changes his name to that of his infant son. Is he being petty? Weird? Or is he hiding trauma. PLUS: Kaz & Queen talk about their first "real" date. And whether it was a date at all. 

    Soulmates, Cheesecake Factory Dates, & The Dating Pool Has Pee In It

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 47:56


    On the latest episode of According To Kaz & Queen: What does the term soulmate mean? What did Jada Pinkett mean when she called Tupac here "soulmate" and why is she now giving more details on her marriage to Will Smith.Also. Is there something wrong with a 1st date at The Cheesecake Factory? Why has dating become such a spectacle? Are folks dating to get to know people or to get free meals?#jadapinkettsmith #jadapinkett #deionsanders #colorado #willsmith #JSUHomecoming #thee #theeilove #mississippi #jacksonaf #jacksonstateuniversity #blackpodcast #blackcreatives #blacklove

    Celebrity Worship, Broke Cousins, & Saying No To Marriage and Kids

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 62:29


    On Episode 53 of According To Kaz & Queen, Jay Z caught some backlash online for saying he refused to give a cousin $4800. Are family members obligated to give money to family? Does Jay Z being a billionaire make a difference? Also: What is your definition of "celebrity worship"? Has social media made it worse? Are people who worship celebrities lacking good cognitive skills?PLUS: More and more folks are saying NO to marriage and kids. Why is that? Is marriage and raising kids getting a bad rap?#jayz #Beyonce #deionsanders #jacksonstateuniversity #mississippi #goodthingsjxn  #jacksonaf #blackpodcast #blackcreatives #blacklove #50yearsofhiphop #kazandqueen #kundicollective #kundicollection 

    Curfews, The Hole In The Wall, and What Makes Beyonce A Superstar

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Oct 3, 2023 54:16


    On this Episode of According To Kaz & Queen. Queen comes home late from a night on the town and things get crazy in the Franklin home. Should married couples have Curfews? Also, "Hole in The Wall" culture is a real thing. Queen explains what a real Hole In The Wall is and what it's like being a part of that world. PLUS: Are there people in the world who don't know who Beyonce is? What makes a Superstar a "Superstar" and who is on Beyonce's level now. #beyonce #beyoncé #deionsanders #mississippi #goodthingsjxn #blackpodcast #jacksonaf #jacksonstateuniversity #blacklove #blackcreatives #kundicollection #kazandqueen

    60 Minutes Throws Shade, Remy Ma Gets Cooked, & Anniversary Reflections

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 51:55


    On The Season 3 Premiere, Kaz & Queen reflect on 14 years of Marriage and the tips they use to keep their marriage strong. They also take about the recent celebrity break-ups of Iman Shumpert and Teyona Taylor and Remy Ma and Papoose as they share their stories of getting caught cheating. Also: Did Deion Sanders and 60 Minutes throw more shade at Jackson, MS in the latest segment? Why are some Jacksonians so mad at the images they used? PLUS: D(eb)ATE NIGHT IS COMING 11.24.25#deionsanders #60minutes #remyma #papoose #teyanataylor #imanshumpert #debatenight #goodthingsjxn #blackpodcast #blackcreatives #mississippi #jacksonaf #tatereeves #jacksonstateuniversity #blacklove

    Racist Cops, Goon Squads, & Carlee's Ex Is Looking For Love

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 41:44


    On the Season 2 Finale of According To Kaz & Queen. Temps are rising to 102° in Mississippi and the state is still burning after the news of 6 Rankin County Deputies pleading guilty to torturing 2 Black Men for....Yup.. dating white women. Kaz & Queen tackle the racism that still exists in Mississippi law enforcement and why a lot of white people still don't believe it. Also: Carlee Russell's Ex-Boyfriend appears to be hosting parties now to capitalize off his new found social media "fame". Is it in poor taste? Who would pay to come see him at a club?PLUS: It's Back To School For the kids. Kaz & Queen talk about how expensive it is to shop for kids these days. #montgomery #jamiefoxx #carleerussell #RankinCounty #mississippi #goodthingsjxn #blackpodcast #blackpower #blackcreatives #blackpodcasts #dcyoungfly #joebiden

    I Got Stood Up, Trolling For Views, & The Curse of Black Love

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 52:30


    On this episode of According To Kaz & Queen: A guy goes viral after being stood up for a date. The responses ranged from sympathy to ridicule. Is being vulnerable on social media even worth it these days?Pranks, staged videos, and inciteful commentary have become the norm to get "likes" and "views". Are we headed toward tragedy sparked by the need to go viral?Plus: Are couples who are very public with their marriage/relationship doomed to fail? Should you be reluctant to share your love with the internet? #Carlee Russell #JamieFoxx #TashaK #TheyClonedTyrone  #BlackLove

    Carlee Can't Google, Jamie Foxx Is A Clone, & Damn! It's Hot!

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 44:45


    On Episode 48 of According To Kaz & Queen: Carlee Russell and Jamie Foxx have the internet talking about "Thoughts & Prayers" again. Should there be stipulations with your prayers? Is Jamie Foxx now a clone? Has America collectively gotten dumber? Can married men compliment other women? Does a compliment mean you're trying to have sex? PLUS: The heat aint never been THIS hot! How are The Franklins holding up against the hottest temperatures ever recorded for Earth#carleerussell #jamiefoxx #blackcreatives #joebiden #jasonaldean #mississippi #blackpodcast #goodthingsjxn #JacksonAF #KazandQueen #KundiCollective #theyclonedtyrone #netflix

    Ice Cream Dates, Reality Show Fights, and Unserious Generational Curses

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 56:37


    On Episode 47 of According To Kaz & Queen: We all know reality shows have become scripted TV but after a fight breaks out off camera on The Real Housewives of The Potomac have reality shows gone too far? People don't really act like this in real life do they? Kaz & Queen discuss their feelings on the genre. Also: Are Ice Cream and Arcade dates really considered "dates". Has the dating bar been set too high? PLUS: Kaz & Queen give their "unserious" generational curses they'd like to break #Icecreamdates #RealHousewives #blackpodcasts #blackcreatives #goodthingsjxn #blackpower #jackson #mississippi #dcyoungfly #blacklove #blackpodcast

    Mississippi Is The Solution, Twerkers & Titties, & KeKe vs Darius

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 58:30


    On this episode of According To Kaz & Queen: Many people see being in Mississippi as a problem. Kaz says being in Mississippi is actually the solution. Do you have to leave Mississippi to be successful? KeKe Palmer's Baby Daddy went to the internet with his insecurities and social media was buzzing. Was she wrong for dancing with Usher? Can moms be sexy? Can "boundaries" be seen as controlling? Plus: India Arie had an issue with Meg The Stallion and Janelle Monae at Essence? What do you describe as "women's empowerment"? Is there too much twerking at Essence? #kekepalmer #indiaarie #EssenceFest #EssenceFestival #megthestallion #janellemonae #keke #dariusjackson #goodthingsjxn #mississippi #blackcreatives #JacksonAF #Kundicollection #KazandQueen #blackpodcast #blackcreatives

    NBA For Moms, PDA's For Dads, & Where's My Diploma?

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 45:27


    On this episode of According To Kaz & Queen: What is the appropriate amount of affection for a parent to show a child? What Crosses the line? Was NBA draftee Kobe Bufkin being "weird" touching his mom's leg during an interview? Was President Joe Biden embracing his son and kissing him on the cheek too much? Was the image of a dad wearing a tutu with his daughter emasculating him? PLUS: How much should graduates be allowed to celebrate at graduation ceremonies? #joebiden #kobebufkin #blackpodcasts #NBA #goodthingsjxn #mississippi #blackcreatives #Kundicollective #KazandQueen #JacksonAF

    Juneteenth Shaming, Dr. Umar Cooks, & TD Jakes Screams

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 45:46


    On this episode of Kaz and Queen: Storms cause a power outage in The Franklin home...TWICE. What did they learn about the old adage of "Be Prepared. Plus: A broken clock is right at least twice a day. What do you make of Dr. Umar Johnson's recent viral comments about Black men's responsibility to build the community. And was TD Jakes right when he said "A woman can't tell a man how to be a father? #umarjohnson #tdjakes #blackpodcast #goodthingsjxn #blackcreatives #mississippi #JacksonAF #blackpower #blackmore #KundiCollective #KazandQueen 

    Grieving, Abandonment, & Agoraphobia

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 45:27


    On Episode 43 of According To Kaz & Queen: DC Young Fly's eulogy of Jacky Oh goes viral and the conversation turns to grief and abandonment. How do your grieve? Queen talks about her past issues of abandonment and how she's worked through it. Also, Kaz thinks he may have agoraphobia. He talks about his issues with control and how they manifested during a recent power outage after a storm. #dcyoungfly #jackyoh #blackpodcast #mississippi  #goodthingsjxn #JacksonAF #Kundicollective #KazandQueen #blackcreatives #blackpower

    Death By BBL, Ectopic Pregnancies, and New Puppy Parents

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 52:26


    On Episode 42 of According To Kaz & Queen: The Franklins welcome a new fur baby into the family and it has them reminiscing about past pet experiences. Queen talks about her problematic pregnancies over the years and how it's shaped her parenting now. Also: Are BBL's and Cosmetic procedures worth the possible risks? Why are folks "dying" to have the perfect bodies? #dcyoungfly #jackyoh #blackpodcast #mississippi #jackson #blackcreatives #blackpower #blacklove #power #85south #85southshow

    From Prom To The Poor House, Derrick Jaxn, & Knockin Boots In Bonnets

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later May 31, 2023 54:56


    On this episode of According To Kaz & Queen. Have prom celebrations become too extravagant? Are these celebrations for the kids? or the Adults? Also, Social Media shuckster Derrick Jaxn made a living warning women about dating the "wrong men". Now, his Ex-Wife is telling a different story. Are she and women in her situation able to heal?PLUS: Should medical professionals be able to have "dress codes" at their offices? And do the Franklins "get busy" when Queen has wrapped her hair up for the night? #goodthingsjxn #mississippi #jackson #black #blackcreatives #blackpodcast #blackpower #KazandQueen #KundiCollection #derrickjaxn

    50/50 Love, Alpha Females, & Outside Kids

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later May 24, 2023 53:59


    On Episode 40 of According To Kaz & Queen:  Union caught the ire of Social Media for revealing that she goes 50/50 with Dewayne Wade on their household bills. Comparing her to Savannah James (LeBrons Wife) which is the model for the "ideal wife"? Who grew up in a household with the more traditional gender roles Kaz or Queen?Also: Beyonce & Solange have refused to meet their half sister from their father's affair. Are they wrong? How do you handle those "outside kids"#jackson #mississippi #goodthingsjxn #blackcreatives #blackpodcast #blackpower #power #tommy #bmf #Beyonce #solange #gabrielleunion #dwaynewade #lebronjames #Savannahjames #lakers #marriage #divorce #love #blacklove

    Deadbeat Dads, Pickleball, and Perky Breasts

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later May 17, 2023 56:00


    On this episode of According To Kaz & Queen:  Brian McKnight has taken being a deadbeat dad to a new low. Is he the villain in this story of familial estrangement? Jamie Foxx's daughter says he's now recovering at home. Do celebrities owe the public health updates when they are hospitalized? Also: Janelle Monae seems to be embracing her sexuality and some folks are up in arms. Are artists/celebrities allowed to evolve and change without an explanation? #janellemonae #goodthingsjxn #jackson #mississippi #black #blackcreatives #blackpodcast #blackpower #JacksonAF #KazandQueen #KundiCollective #brianmcknight #jonathanmajors #megangood

    Mediocre Jobs, Conservative Snobs, & Roller Skates Are For Gangsters

    Play Episode Play 32 sec Highlight Listen Later May 10, 2023 57:34


    On this episode of According To Kaz & Queen: TV Host Eboni K Williams pissed off all of Blue Collar Black America recently when she said she wouldn't date a bus driver because the job is "mediocre". She doubled down on her comments on The Breakfast Club. Why do the dating preferences get folks so riled up? Do Black folks strive to underachieve? Are blue collar jobs "average"? PLUS: Chris Brown vs Usher. Has Breezy learned anything? How do you get mad at a Skate Party? #goodthingsjxn #Jackson #Mississippi #Usher #ChrisBrown #EboniKWilliams #Power #Starz #Tariq #SimoneBiles #Blackpodcast #Blackcreatives #marriage #divorce #Love #Life #BlackLove

    Corny Horse & Carriage Dates, Zodiac Signs, & Steve Harvey is Posessed

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later May 3, 2023 55:30


    On this episode: Are Horse and Carriage dates Corny? Do Zodiac Signs really determine a person's personality? Is Steve Harvey really qualified to give marriage advice? And are husbands and wives "possessions"? PLUS: Queen reflects on another rotation around the sun and comes up with some startling Revelations. #goodthingsjxn #jackson #mississippi #blackpodcast #blackcreatives #blackpower #blackpowercouple #KundiCollection #KazandQueen #JacksonAF #BMF #power #starz #brittneygriner #steveharvey #clubshayshay #jonathanmajors #ezramiller

    Married Too Young, Divorced Too Late, & Birthday Behavior

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 26, 2023 60:03


    On this episode of Kaz & Queen, The Franklins tackle marriage, divorce, and communication. Do people take marriage seriously anymore? Is divorce used as a way to avoid working on your marriage? Why would couples with 15+ years of marriage get divorced? Are folks marrying too young these days? PLUS: Queen's Birthday Revelations & Will Kaz back out of a bet? 

    "Put It In My Mama Name": Do You Marry For Love or For Money?

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 19, 2023 60:10


    On this episode of According To Kaz & Queen: Soccer star Achraf Hakimi registered all his assets in his mother's name preventing his estranged wife from taking half his reported $72 Million. Will this set a precedent? Is it weird for a grown man to have to ask his mother for permission to spend his money? And why get married in the first place if you have to do this? Also: Can a marriage survive off love alone? #goodthingsjxn #jackson #mississippi #blackpodcast #blackcreatives #abbottelementary  #cocainebear #Love #marriage #kazandqueen #JacksonAF #KundiCollection #blackpower #AchrafHakimi

    Angel Reese, Policing Black Emotion, & Work Hurt

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 51:48


    On this episode of According To Kaz & Queen: Angel Reese caught the ire of white America for her "You Can't See Me" taunt in the NCAA Women's Championship Game. Does America over police Black emotion & celebration? Plus: Work hurt, it's a real thing. Kaz & Queen talk about how they've dealt with toxic workplaces and colleagues. #goodthingsjxn #jackson #mississippi #blackcreatives #blackpodcast #blackpower #JacksonAF #angelreese #caitlinclark #lsu #iowa #youcantseeme #evamarcille #divorce #power #ghost #BMF

    Jonathan Majors, Coincidence or Controversy & Colorism aka "Light Skinned Privilege"

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 5, 2023 57:59


    On this episode of According To Kaz & Queen: Does newly released text messages between Jonathan Majors and his girlfriend help his case or hurt it? Were the texts possibly signs of long term abuse? Is his arrest just a bad coincidence or a conspiracy against successful Black men. PLUS: Colorism. Is there such thing as light-skinned privilege? #jonathanmajors #domesticviolence #jackson #mississippi #JacksonAF #kundicollection #blackcreatives #blackpodcast #blackpower #The Franklins #Kazandqueen #goodthingsjxn #creed #activism #michealbjordan #blackpower #BMF #power

    Juneteenth vs St. Patrick's Day, No Nizzle Fo Shizzle, & SWV vs Xscape

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 67:03


    On this episode of According To Kaz & Queen, Do Black people keep the same energy for Juneteenth that they do for St. Patrick's Day or Cinco De Mayo? A News Anchor in Jackson, MS was fired for saying "Fo Shizzle My Nizzle" on air after having made other offensive remarks. Was the firing warranted? And why do some white people want to say the "N Word" so bad? SWV and Xscape are going on tour. There's controversy over who should be the headliner. Kandi Burress says Xscape shouldn't be "Co-headlining". SWV says they have bigger hits. Who's right? #goodthingsjxn #jackson #mississippi #blackcreatives #blackpodcast #blackpower #kundicollection #JacksonAF #xscape #SWV #juneteenth #Juneteenth2023 #stpatricksday #Barbiebassett #Nizzle #FoShizzle #WLBT 

    Was Jesus a Broke Boy, Are Charter Schools a Scam, & Is Married with Kids a Flex?

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 58:22


    On this episode: Was Jesus Broke? Will the modern chase for "the bag" end true activism as we know it? The latest episode of the ABC series Abbott Elementary has started a conversation about Charter Schools in the Black Community. Are they legit? Plus: Ciara's Dress Causes Controversy & Ashanti is 40, Single, and Kid Free why are people saying that's not a Flex? #Jesus #charterschools #abbottelementary #activism #CRT #ciara #russellwilson #ashanti #jackson #mississippi #JacksonAF #blackcreatives #blackpodcast #blackpower #Blackpowercouple #Kundicollection

    Bogus BBQ, Male Bonding, & Setting Boundaries

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 15, 2023 63:56


    On this episode of According To Kaz & Queen: A viral photo of BBQ from Virginia raises the question of who has the best BBQ in America, Photos of Micheal B. Jordan & Jonathan Majors sparks homophobia on the internet..again. Plus, Does a high salary, and a flashy car make you a catch in the dating scene? Or is it your game? #goodthingsjxn #jackson #mississippi #blackcreatives #blackpodcast #blackpower #KazandQueen #Kundicollection #JacksonAF #MichealBJordan #jonathanmajors #creed #kevonstage #BBQ

    Chris Rock Special, Micheal B. Jordan's Revenge, & Surviving A Sleepover

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 8, 2023 58:41


    On this edition of According To Kaz & Queen, Chris Rock finally responds to the infamous Will Smith slap with a new Netflix Special. Did it hit the mark? Does Rock hate Black women? Also, Micheal B. Jordan confronts an old high school classmate on the red carpet. Was he right to bring it up? Plus: Our kid just turned 13 and celebrated with a hotel sleepover. Supervised of course. But our anxiety was through the roof. Find out how we handled it. #goodthingsjxn #blackcreatives #blackpodcast #jackson #mississippi #chrisrock #Selectiveoutrage #michealbjordan #Creed #willsmith #jadapinkettsmith #netflix #kundicollective #kazandqueen

    R. Kelly Sentenced, T.I. vs Boosie, & Trauma Bonds

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 65:51


    On this episode of According To Kaz & Queen: Does R. Kelly's sentencing bring his saga to a close? T.I. says his last album will mark him relinquishing the "King of The South" moniker. Was he ever truly the "King"? and will he and Boosie really shelve their joint album. Also, Queen talks about "trauma bonds" and how to recognize them. #jackson #mississippi #goodthingsjxn #JacksonAF #kazandqueen #kundicollective #blackpodcast #blackcreatives #blackpower #Couple #TI #Boosie #abbottelementary #southside #traumabonds

    Chris Brown's Rant, Rihanna's Vogue Cover, & Scarface vs Willie D

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 22, 2023 59:27


    On this episode of According To Kaz and Queen. Chris Brown goes on a social media rant against his detractors. Has he matured? Rhianna's Vogue cover has brought out a lot of toxic masculinity online. Was there a "conspiracy" to make ASAP Rocky look emasculated? and Willie D is not happy that his Geto Boys mate Scarface performed at the Grammys without him. Who was right...or wrong?

    Mississippi Got Damn, Can Christians Listen to Beyonce, & Super Bowl Shenanigans

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 15, 2023 60:10


    On this episode of According to Kaz & Queen: Lawmakers in the MS Legislature are trying to craft bills to take over leadership in Jackson, the Blackest city in the country, Can you be a Christian and love Beyonce?, and what happens when your Super Bowl party days are suddenly behind you? You can also watch this episode on YouTube here: linktr.ee/Kazandqueen 

    Tyre Nichols, New Routines, and Broke Sex

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 8, 2023 59:11


    It's the Season 2 Premiere of According To Kaz and Queen. In this episode: Its a new year and The Franklins talk about the new challenges and new routines of losing weight and getting healthy, The Fallout from the Tyre Nichols tragedy in Memphis, and whether or not a husband should ask for sex from his spouse if he's broke.

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