I ramble about current events, social media, Pop culture, music (Rap mostly) and my life.
This ramble goes off the rails, lol Forgive yourself I'm in my feelings, so Emo Don't stop, nothing is easy Being unconfortable is the best thing for me We are more alike
Throwback from Sept 16th 2020 I Touched on the latest Verzuz with Icons Gladys Knight & Patti Labelle. And also talked about Quarantine depression and weight gain. And I explained Why Men Really Cheat.
I'm in a hEadspacE I don't want to be in Being happy takes practices Being alone is good for my mental health Imma keep pushing through the BS to get to my golds
I'm mad! Ranting about my ex using my credit card.
My take on the Olympics Everybody speak a different english Still Relationship Detoxing Co-worker called me a crazy person Getting emo again
My take on 2024 Presidental Election I use AI to help with my relationship detox I'm learning to love myself My reading out loud is getting better lost control of my emotional at work, explained
Trying to get back to center Time to get out the house I'm sorry for being an asshole Being aware of your BS is a gift and a curse Have some regrets Why love Trader Joe's
Talked about Tyler Perry's latest movie "Divorce In The Black" Quentin Tarantino's "Hateful Eight" and a few other movies and shows I watched that used the n-word while managing depression and going through relationship detox
Send us a Text Message.Witnessing my mother's shooting at the tender age of eight was a defining moment in my life, throwing me into a world of trauma, isolation, and depression. Join me as I recount this harrowing experience and the subsequent years spent in self-imposed solitude, only finding solace in television. As I grew, football and alcohol became my crutches, but they were merely temporary Band-Aids over deep wounds. Listen to my candid reflections on how true healing required digging...
Send us a Text Message.Have you ever found yourself trying to understand the complexities of your parents' relationship? Join me, Elton Howard Jr., your King Rambler, as I take you on an emotional rollercoaster through my journey of becoming a working comedian. I candidly share the highs and lows of relationship detox and the struggle of managing life alone while humorously reflecting on daily routines and my longing for a partner. At 52, I'm embracing the unknown and finding laughter amidst the chaos, all while striving to entertain and connect with my audience.Family relationships are never simple, especially when they're colored by addiction, separation, and emotional damage. In this episode, I compare the nurturing bond with my father and stepmother to the restrictive relationship with my mother and stepfather. I delve into the difficulty of connecting deeply with my mother, whose focus is heavily on her marriage, and discuss how normalized bad behavior due to past traumas influences personal growth. Through these reflections, we explore the broader theme of how our upbringing shapes our views on relationships and self-worth.Navigating personal growth is no easy feat, especially when haunted by past traumas. I share my struggles with self-reflection and the emotional toll of recording this podcast, all in the pursuit of authenticity and genuine connection. From understanding trauma bonding to seeking happiness independently, I offer insights into the challenging journey of self-awareness and healing. Join me as I wrestle with feelings of inadequacy and strive for perfection, all while remaining committed to improving and finding clarity in this heartfelt and humorous episode.
Send us a Text Message.Have you ever found yourself caught in a cycle of toxic relationships, unsure of how to break free and find true happiness on your own? Join me, Elton Howard Jr., as I recount my journey of relationship detox and the quest for personal fulfillment. Through heartfelt and candid reflections, I share the emotional hurdles and transformative realizations that come with detaching my happiness from dependency on others. This episode is all about embracing pain instead of sidestepping it and the profound self-discovery that emerges from examining past relationships and acknowledging my own toxic traits.Navigating the intricate dynamics of relationships can be a tumultuous experience. I'll take you through the emotional rollercoaster of a particularly challenging relationship, where unmet needs for intimacy and affection led to growing detachment and emotional struggles. By dissecting my own reactions and coping mechanisms, I explore how to manage emotions more healthily and effectively in future partnerships. The insights gained here are invaluable for anyone seeking to understand the highs and lows of relationship interactions and the pivotal role of communication.Self-love and emotional growth are at the core of creating your own happiness. Reflecting on my trials, including starting a demanding new job and enduring a painful breakup, I highlight the significance of emotional control and self-love. As I share my story, from immature reactions to letting others dictate my emotions, I emphasize the need for personal responsibility in happiness. The episode wraps up on a lighter note with some bloopers from my recording process, offering a bit of humor and relatability. My hope is that my journey inspires you to take charge of your emotions and well-being, proving that true happiness stems from within.
Send us a Text Message.Ever wondered how a single concert could spark a journey of self-discovery? Join me, Elton Howard Jr., as I recount the emotional whirlwind of Kendrick Lamar's Juneteenth pop-up concert. This wasn't just another performance; it was a moment that united rival gang members and subtly jabbed at Drake in their ongoing feud. As I navigated this profound experience, it became clear that music has the power to reflect our personal battles and triumphs.Perfectionism and toxic relationships often go hand-in-hand, and I've learned that the hard way. In this episode, I unpack the fears and vulnerabilities that come with striving for perfection, sharing raw insights from my own experiences. By facing past relationship failures and acknowledging toxic patterns, I've come to appreciate the role of therapy and self-regulation in achieving real personal growth. You'll hear stories of impulsive decisions, emotional struggles, and the courage it takes to confront and overcome one's flaws.We also tackle the emotional rollercoaster of toxic relationships marked by unmet needs and emotional disconnection. Through personal revelations, I discuss how seeking maternal affection in romantic partners can lead to emotional exhaustion and unconscious resentment. But there's hope. Recognizing these detrimental patterns has been liberating, paving the way for healthier relationships. Against the backdrop of Kendrick and Drake's musical rivalry, this episode offers a heartfelt exploration of the transformative power of music, community, and self-discovery. Tune in for a journey that blends personal epiphanies with the intricate world of hip-hop.
Send us a Text Message.Recounting more childhood traumaLooking at my parents relationship It's hard but I'm pushing throughThe reach back is realNormalizing bad behavior
Send us a Text Message.I get right to it sharing childhood traumaI'm single againI chime in about the Kenrick and Drake rap battle
Club Shy Shy is at it again. Mo'Nique, a stand-up comedian and actress is on the CouchI read the You Tube commments and they are eye openingAnd a lil bit a Black comedy histroy
Rapper Killer Mike swept the Grammys and GenZ and Y are upset
I rambled about Vince McManhon stepping down as CEO and why. Talking about my love for wrestling as child. I talked about VonErich bio pic, about a Texas wrestling family that was big in the 80's listen to the end....Enjoy
Katt Willams club shay shay interviewEmotional IntelligenceMental Health
Kim K and Pete Davidson break up after 9 months, shocker. Can you say "Rebound". My spelling is getting betterDonald Trump's Mar-a-Lago home was raided by the FBI
Deshaun Watson's towel trickThe NFLVictim blamingDon't hate the player, hate corporate greedWill Smith's apology to Chris RockI'm becoming a better reader
Being more self awareAnger IssuesI can be pettyEmotional selfishTherapy helped meIt's hard to let
My Mother is my superheroParental relationshipsMy anger sonAnger is a wasted emotionForgiveness is for You not for the person you feel wronged youI just want to be Happy
Why are Relationships so hardMental Health I got COVID 2x's in 2021Where I've beenI rediscovered one of my favorite rap goups from the 90's X -Clan in the middle of recordingI can't stop and I won't stop
I talk about Dave Chappelle and his opinion on LGBTQ community My love for Tik TokI'm enjoying my self discovery
Crime Is a mental health issueNiki Minaj's cousin's friends balls are swollen were caused by the vaccine
I ramble about trying to combat my anxietyI was inspired by Alex Smith's E:60 on ESPNI will not get in this crazy housing marketI'm hooked on Tik TokScottie Pippen was trending for calling Phil Jackson a racistLarry Bird was the King of Shit talking in the 80'sSha'carri Richardson breaks a world record in the 100m dash on WEEDThe Feds (the Dems) to try and legalize WEED by 4/20/22I'm Vaxxed and no more masks, but I feel it's a lil to early for me to be so close to Strangers
I ramble about Naomi Osaka's mental healthMy Pandemic hangoverLife is a puzzle and sometimes you need help putting it togetherAMC stock priceCyber Money how does it work
Call "Them" what they want to be calledWomen are Just better
Few stories about my run ends with the Police (12) A man called me stupid at a lightWe are all Works in processWork on your own self
R.I.P. Dark Man X aka DMXI wanted to celebrate the life of Earl Simmons aka DMX the man and his musicI DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THIS MUSIC I'm a crazy Hip-Hop HeadDMX you will be missed
You got your Stimi CheckWhat the gov'ment puts in billsWe were not given February as BHM we chose itThe History Months; Someone is feeling guilty positive vibes
Divorce Is Hard and it's even harder after being separated 12 years. Yikes!We are all "Works In Progress" We have to allow our partners to be theirselves and not try and turn them into who we want them to be. Still learning this thing called life at 49 and I'm ok with that. I believe most relationships can be fixed if the partners are willing to be open and vulnerable,
Give yourself permisson to be happyMen can cry, a Lil sometimesWe are still in a pandemic peopleTherapy is a good thingI'm a very sensitive Black ManTrying to stay fitI will be getting vaccinated, I really miss going places Thanks for listening :)
I'm working on being a Procrastinator. I don't believe in New Year's Resolutions, yet I made a few.I'm watching too much TVTrying do better.Mourning the death of my Grandfather
"Warning" This was recorded in January 2021 and I had some technical difficulties with the audio, but I wanted to post this so please enjoy if you can stand it.My opinion on religionDon't blame others for your damageI'm just a "Work In Progress"My first experince with racismKids don't come with a handbookChange is scaryDisrespect will not be tolerate
2020 is Outta Here. Hello 2021!!Took a Personality Quiz online and I have "Severe" Narissistic tendencies (that quiz didn't tell me anything I didn't already know, but ok I see more therapy sessions in 2021 LOL!)Only fans pages are vitual strip clubs, I don't live in Atlanta I need my fix.
It has been a hell of year, 2020 can not leave here fast enough! "Man up", this was something I really needed to hear. I am continuing to learn how to a better person and to acknowledging my faults and flaws. No more blaming others for my issues. Why do I take stuff so personalI'm a man child, working to be betterI Need stop being pettyIt's not all about me I'm working on reading out loud
Life has it's struggles and with this pandemic it has made it much harder. Try not to let this troubled time dictate the rest of your life. We are all works in progress. The struggle is real, but don't allow it contol you or bring you down. Help is on the way.
I don't understand cancel culture and counter protests. I got deep in the "weeds" about politics. Our entire political systems should be revamped. And I figured out lighting and angles whiles taking pictures. My Abs will be poppin' any time I want. LOL!!!
Rambled on about how hard it is for people to change. And you can't change nobody they have to be willing and open to changing themsevles.
It's election DAY! My funny take on Election Day and Our flawed and broken Election Process.
Just had a birthday so It's Libra season! "Ever forward", means look forward to life don't look back and dwell on the past. Positive vibes only worring about the bad past life issue only drags you down. Focus on the good not the bad in life. And I tell my story of going to county Jail.
Unconditional Forgiveness means just that. Just like Unconditional Love, if you forgive someone there should be no conditions as well. If your forgiveness has conditions you have not truly forgiven. Don't be a dick and remind the person you chose to forgive over and over what they did. Let It Go!
Rambling about The VP debate and Hear Why the Fly was on Mike Pence head for over 2 minutes.
Talked about an article I read, a doctor was shot twice in the chest for making a man orgasm from a prostate exam. This prompted a ramble about how divided we are as a country. Love Must win!
I put together clips from my Podcast, Enjoy!
If you feel yourself going to dark place, please seek help from a love one or a professional. suggestioned site: Talkspace.com We all have minor set backs, but they set us up for a Major come back.
Working on being a better person. I have been made aware that I don't listen well. I make lots of excuses. So, now that I'm aware I need to make some changes. I need to get comfortable with being Uncomfortable. Change is hard and "uncomfortable", but it has to happen in order for you to progress.