The Simply King Podcast

This week is a milestone episode, I speak about the state of the podcast reflect on what has been accomplished in almost 9 years of content creation and I speak to what's next to come for Simply King Podcast...   Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links    (I do not own the music used in this production)

This week I speak to something that I believe will spark thought, and that is How to be wrong because I perceive there is a natural aversion to being wrong and I believe that we shouldn't run from it but lean into it, so that we can grow.  I also gave my overall take on the Kendrick Lamar Vs Drake rap beef, a lot of people still wrong about that but let me know what you think about my take on the matter    Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links 

This week is the last part of my 4 part lyrical breakdown series Toxic Tracks, featuring the lovely and multitalented artist and content creative Koko. We wrapped up the compilation with breaking down two classics from two R&B icons Usher's "Confessions Pt. 2" and Jazmine Sullivan's "Lost Ones". These songs had us deep in our bag of poor choices in relationships, how we can be selfish, and the ever so necessary need to tap into your intuition.    Keep up with Koko here https://beacons.ai/keepingupwkoko    Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links      (I do not own the music used in this production)

This week we continue with the third installment of the lyrical breakdown series that I call Toxic Tracks. I have back as a guest the multitalented artist and content creator Koko to help me analyze these songs. The songs featured are what some people would call "oldies or dusties" Shirley Murdock's As we Lay & Bobby Womack's If You Think You're Lonely Now  These tracks make us touch on the previous generations' perception of infidelity, those post break up woes and so much more  Keep up with Koko here; https://beacons.ai/keepingupwkoko    Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links 

This week Koko and I continue on this journey to point out the level of toxicity within music.  The songs analyzed for this episode are; The Weeknd's 2011 hit from his House Balloons EP "The Knowing" and Rihanna's 2006 track " Unfaithful" from her album titled A Girl Like Me  These songs created so many rants about relationships, infidelity, and a 90s film of the same name of one of the tracks.    Keep up with Koko here : https://beacons.ai/keepingupwkoko    Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links    (I do not own the music used in this production)

Its that season again to do another 4 part lyrical breakdown series, the theme for this year, is Toxic Tracks, an R&B subgenre that has been picking up more space throughout the industry,  Koko is lending me her voice to do all 4 parts of this series  Part 1 focuses on two tracks from two different eras, Donnell Jones "Where I want to Be" & Brent Fiyaz "Wasting Time". Koko and I breakdown what makes these tracks so toxic but still enjoyable to so many of us. Tune in to all 4 parts    Keep up with Koko, socials, blogs and music  -  https://beacons.ai/keepingupwkoko    Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links    (I do not own the music used in this production)  

This is my first attempt at a mini-pod, I have been long-winded my whole lifetime to practice the virtue of conciseness, I give my opinions on the idea of Adults complaining, I think that we should be constructive with things that are unpleasant to us, I say adults can't complain we have Adult Grievances, listen now and enjoy    Send it On (call to action) : Reply to this Braid prompt : What is your Adult Grievance? https://link.braidit.com/N5venILcEIb    Braid - Long form to short-form content sourcing application   Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links 

This week I give my takes on the strange phenomenon of black people, black men especially having this para-social relationship with wealthy black men who are brought up on various allegations, I speak to how we should react to these occurrences and speaking to the quiet part being said out loud, Diddy, Bill Cosby, R.Kelly, Russell Simmons, etc. do not need the protection of the black community because they weren't thinking about the black community when they caused harm.    https://www.theroot.com/the-secret-reason-why-black-people-defend-diddy-and-oth-1851377789    Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links  

This week's episode is all about letting you all in to see through me, I talked about a lot of Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links     

This week I discuss the controversy sparked from Cord Jefferson's Oscar speech, the recent expression of Amanda Seales not feeling accepted in Black Hollywood, is it a PR issue or is it her? I give my two cents on the controversial debate about "ghetto black people"  Vibe Minute songs - Blueslides - Schoolboy Q , Smile - Ta-Ku, Karma - SiR    Send it On Call to Action: https://link.braidit.com/pUJYz9zH4Hb  I use Notion to organize my episodes sign up now  Notion-Productivity application for life and business   Braid - Long form to short-form content sourcing application   Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links    (I do not own the music used in this production)

This week I speak on a 2017 episode titled "In my Zone", I spoke about the idea of "comfort zone", I expanded on that concept 7 years later with a new perspective around comfort zones and how they could be managed so that you can consistently expand your life,    Send it On: How do yo know when you have overstayed your comfort zone?  https://link.braidit.com/oJ94g09SSHb  Braid - Long form to short-form content sourcing application   Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links    (I do not own the music used in this production)  

Trigger Warning: Abuse, Domestic and Sexual Violence was discussed.  This week I sit with author, speaker, and clinician Shari Botwin, to discuss her story and her career in the mental health space especially assisting women and children traverse through their traumas.  For more information about Shari visit her website www.sharibotwin.com you can also get a promo code for 30% off of pre-orders, shipping starts on April 2nd  Follow her on IG @warriorbotwin7    Here are several resources provided in the episode  For immediate resources please visit - www.rainn.org  National Center for Missing & Exploited Children's CyberTipline Hours: 24-Hours Hotline  Learn more 800-843-5678   Dealing with depression text or call 988 available therapists 24/7    Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links    (I do not own the music used in this production)  

This week I give my opinions on the trending story of Reesa Teesa " Who TF did I Marry", Love is Blind Season 6 review, and does Tyler Perry's new erotic thriller Mea Culpa starring Kelly Rowland and Trevante Rhodes passes the Boomerang Effect Test. In addition, I give the people what I like to call your "Last Roster" strategy which is just a lofty way to say intentionally dating.    Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links      (I do not own the music used in this production)

This week I have on writer and musician Tem Blessed and illustrator Mike LaRiccia on to talk about their collaborative graphic novel, Planeta Blu: Rise of Agoo. We chatted about the process of getting the book published, how important the themes of environmental justice, racial justice and wealth equality in creative works today, plus we talked shop on the industries developing diversity initiatives    Connect with Tem and Mike Here  Order the book Now here https://planetablu.com/order-now-1    Notion-Productivity application for life and business   Braid - Long form to short-form content sourcing application Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links    (I do not own the music used in this production)

This week I sit down with Social Media strategist Tamay Shannon, we chatted on the current trends of social media, breaking through the algorithm and the physiological impact of social media on our behavior and self-esteem.    Work with Tamay today by checking out her site https://w2smarketing.com/  Follow her on Instagram and LinkedIN as well    Vibe Minute songs : Liana Banks "Eat" & Infinity Song "Slow Burn"  Tune into the Vibe Hour on Stationhead every Tuesday & Thursday at 9PM EST    Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links    (I do not own the music used in this production)   

Welcome back to Simply King and if you're new Welcome Welcome.  This week I speak to the phenomenon that is relationship podcast, referencing my 2018 episode titled "Black Love 1890 - Now", I consider this to be the update of that same analysis and highly suggest you listen to them both. I discuss the stats that I believe speak to the reasons for the divide between men and women and give suggestions for how we can come closer and try to love and build in a real way.    Send it On(Call to Action): Respond to the question below by tapping this Braid link  What type of partner do you want to be ?   Affiliates mentioned in the episode  Notion-Productivity application for life and business   Braid - Long form to short-form content sourcing application   Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links      (I do not own the music used in this production)

This week's episode is an end-of-the-year wrap-up episode I go over the first 6 months in my 30th year of life and what I have learned. I speak to the importance of having New Personal Projects over New Year's resolutions, I mentioned my new affiliate partnership with Notion use my link to sign up and organize your life better https://affiliate.notion.so/3pekjhbgtr8b . In addition, I spoke about my projects in 2024 and gave my overview of where the world is...   Vibe Minute track: Dinner Party ft. Arin Ray "For Granted"    Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links    (I do not own the music used in this production)

This week I featured a new voice to the podcast, she is a child and family counselor and therapist, and she also produces the show "The Space We Create" , her name is Aaila Avani. We chatted about the taboos around therapy, therapy terms being used outside of therapy, a brief history of Freaknic and what "Doing the Work" actually looks like.    Follow Aaila Avani    Vibe Minute Songs: You've Got a Friend by Donny Hathaway, Beady Eyes by Sipho and Hazel Chandelier by rum.gold    Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content

TRIGGER WARNING FOR THIS EPISODE SPEAKS ON VIOLENCE IN A SEXUAL NATURE This week I had the great voices and minds of two former guest Alexa Heard and Marquise Davon, join me to discuss the current state of Sean "Diddy" Combs' developing assault cases as well as how the landscape of Hip-Hop has always had a predatory underlining that has never met its' reckoning but is the reckoning happening now.   Follow Alexa on Tiktok @Alexarecommends  Follow Marquise @Marquisedavon   Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links    (I do not own the music used in this production)

This week I discuss how you can be intentional this Cuffin Season by taking a self-assessment on whether you need a new body or hobby.  I get into the parallels of Cuffin Season and seasonal depression... I mentioned a web-series that should be good to tune into this cuffing season here is the link "Cuddle Season"    Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links    (I do not own the music used in this production) 

This week Chels Sinccerray and I chatted about their journey to becoming more secure and productive creative professionals. We got deep into their roots and elements of their identity, hometown culture affecting outlook, and staying true to self through the process.    Follow @215imgs Listen to Invisible Podcast Radio Here Contact details and examples of work Here Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links     

Subscribe to the Behind the Silk Podcast hosted by my guest from last week Ericka Parker  Men do self care too okay y'all! Today we have on Rodney Perry from the Simply King Podcast and he is here to break the stigma of self-care for men. We talk all about wellness from the water you drink to proper beard care, to the flawless skincare routine that works for everyone, men and women. In the episode we also cover:  The importance of daily routines Wellness Routines men vs. women  How to pour more into your own cup and cultivate creativity.  Send this episode to the men in your life who need a little bit of self care and TLC. (:

This week I sat down to speak with the Founder & CEO of Silkenn Skincare, Ericka Parker. We spoke not only about her company Silkenn but we also got a comprehensive outlook on how Ericka's intelligence manifested this company as her world was drastically changing during the pandemic. We also spoke about the beauty standards of today, the female and male gaze and so much more. Stream everywhere podcasts are available    Purchase from Silkenn today,https://www.silkennco.com    Follow Silkenn : @silkennco  Listen and Subscribe to Behind the Silk podcast: www.behindthesilk.com  Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links     

This week I express a few heavy growing pains I am observing about my life. I spoke about the impact of transitions, how men aren't excited by the idea of being a patriarch, how dating on apps is weird but I'm optimistic about dating as a whole, and a few other things.    Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links    (I do not own the music used in this production)

This week on Simply King, I'm back with another Lyrical Audacity episode, this time, I got a little help breaking down 2 songs. This week, my guest is Skyler Harris multi-hyphenate creative that could be showing a house in the Nashville area or singing to a ring light to her community. She brought her genius to the platform to assist me in breaking down two Myspace-era songs Tyra B's "Still in Love" and Lyfe Jennings' "Hypothetically". We give our takes on the song's lyrics and get into who Skyler is as a content creative.  Learn more about Skyler at https://reaching4sky.com/  Follow her on IG @reaching4sky     Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking (I do not own the music used in this production) 5a810dd5ad29ddc8bda21cffb8abe6755de2610e  

This week on the Simply King podcast I have on Brown University student and emerging content creator, Sydney Rosant. We chatted about the affirmative action supreme court case, being Black at an Ivy League school, and the real politics of black people... Tune in now and make sure you follow and support Sydney everywhere below  https://linktr.ee/sydneyrosant    Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content https://www.lifeasking.com/links  

This week on Simply King, I have the multi-talented Kaya Nova back on the podcast. She currently heads the media company which she is the founder of called Grown Mag, in addition, she is still actively creating music under the Kaya Nova moniker so make sure you look out for what's new. I brought Kaya back to catch up about her personal and professional growth, we spoke about meeting the expectations of our younger selves, thriving through the process, and how the fuckboys now have podcasts. Listen now and don't forget to subscribe    Follow Kaya everywhere @thekayanova  Subscribe to Grown Mag Here   Her previous episode on the podcast was titled "F*ckboys" stream everywhere podcasts are available.    Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links    (I do not own the music used in this production)  

This week's episode is dedicated to my new nephew Dae Dae, I love you. I brought the topic that everyone is tired of onto my platform to give my gems of productive takes on modern dating, for me it's easy because it's all about your mindset and keeping focused on what you can control. Stream the episode and make sure to follow it on all platforms, especially on YouTube.  Follow me on Spill - https://spill.com/@kings_memoirs  Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content https://www.lifeasking.com/links   (I do not own the music used in this production)

In this episode of Simply King, I delve into the world of love songs and the stories they tell. Specifically, I explore the lyrics of J. Cozier's "She's All I Got", Mya's "Fallen", and Carl Thomas's "I Wish". While on the surface these songs may seem like simple love songs, I examine the themes of dependence, fear, and regret that they explore, while pointing out the oddest elements of the lyrics and visuals. Along the way, he shares interesting facts about the songs and the artists and plays clips from the music videos.     Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links 

In this episode of the Simply King Podcast, host Rodney Perry explores how our mood affects decision-making. Through research, Rodney delves into the benefits and drawbacks of making decisions in a positive mood. He also discusses the implications of this research on decision-making in everyday life and provides practical tips for optimizing your life for happiness. Tune in to learn more about the role of mood in decision-making and how you can use this knowledge to lead a happier life.  articles referenced in the episode below How Happiness Affects Choice  Cherophobia  Why African-Americans Are Happier, and Whites Aren't  Should Happiness Be a Factor in Our Decisions?  https://knowledge.wharton.upenn.edu/article/happiness-isnt-everything/  Special Thanks to  Peace and the Wild & Taylor Crenshaw  Raven & Kissia  Dev & Neek Ria & Ashley  Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links      (I do not own the music used in this production)

This week is a Special Delivery episode, Where I analyze the current state of black media personalities and the content they create, there has been a proliferation of lifting up problematic media pundits to a height where they can garner attention from a global stage to promote misogyny, political incorrectness, and too many phobias to list. I juxtapose the journalists reporting the best content of the times but aren't being lifted as fast. I gave a list of people you should replace some of the top media platforms with better people    Complex Hip Hop Media Power Ranking  The Black culture platforms that push right-wing extremism   Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links    (I do not own the music used in this production)

This week I am talking about relationships and dating, specifically the concept of red, yellow, and green flags in a relationship. This was inspired by a debriefing conversation with my best friend Emily when her therapist suggested she write down her flags and allow that to guide her discernment when dating. I suggest the same to the listeners in this episode giving examples of each flag and why this is an effective method of healthy dating if you stand your ground on those red flags you should find your "lil baby that's gonna listen" quicker than you know it.   This episode has bonus content only available on Patreon, I highly suggest you subscribe...   Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links   (I do not own the music used in this production)    

This week on Simply King I have on certified life coach and motivational speaker, Royal Royale CEO. We spoke about the current state of Tiktok as we know it's potentially going to be banned in the U.S. Royal shared her story of how she went from Jersey City to Life Coach. The importance of awareness and grace when desiring to improve, and why we all need therapy  Follow her on Tiktok @Royalroyaleceo  Follow her on IG @royalroyaleceo  If you are inquiring about coaching please contact her by email, RoyalRoyaleCeo@gmail.com    Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links   (I do not own the music used in this production)

This week I have on Atlanta native creative professional Khadeeja Zee. We discussed so much about her journey how life created challenges for her mental health, how she overcame them, collaborating with creatives, and staying true to her path of building self and community.  Follow Khadeeja on IG @khadeejazee Follow her agency page @k95agency   Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links    (I do not own the music used in this production)

In our March 25, 2019 episode titled "Separate?", we explore the cultural dilemma of separating the artist from the art, drawing on an article from Vox and highlighting the careers of polarizing figures like Bill Cosby, Kanye West, and R. Kelly.  We examine the cases of other controversial artists like Chris Brown & Tory Lanez, consider the impact of the "Soul on Ice" generation, and urge listeners to consider individual values and beliefs when deciding to support these artists. Join the conversation on this complex topic by listening to our thought-provoking episode.  Articles mentioned -  https://www.vox.com/What do we do when the art we love was created by a monster?  https://www.nytimes.com/EldridgeCleaverPanthertoRepublican  https://people.com/Chris Brown History of Violence  Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content https://www.lifeasking.com/links 

In this episode of the Simply King podcast, host King sits down with special guest Dr. Kimya Nuru Dennis, a renowned sociologist, and criminologist. Join them as they delve into the complex relationship between race and crime in today's society. With Dr. Dennis's expertise and unique perspective, this conversation promises to be a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of a critical issue. Please tune in to learn more about the ways in which race intersects with crime and what it means for our justice system and communities. Don't miss this enlightening episode of the Simply King podcast.    Follow on IG @drkimyanurudennis Support Dr.Dennis by definitely surveying her website www.365Diversity.com       Subscribe to my Patreon  Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links     (I do not own the music used in this production)  

Happy Black History Month, This is the first episode of the year and we are starting out with yet again addressing another trend that mends have found themselves the focal point of. The phrase "As a Man Why..." haunted our timelines with jokes and honest opinions. I think that there is truth in every joke and that's what I break down in this episode plus stick around till the end for this week's SenditOn I'm giving you 10 tips/ideas for a last-minute V-day gift for your person.    Subscribe to my Patreon for extended version of episodes   Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content https://www.lifeasking.com/links      (I do not own the music used in this production)

This week I have on Private yoga instructor and Atlanta Realtor, Izzi Jaiyesimi. We spoke about her Atlanta roots and how that impacted her journey, her serendipitous story of finding yoga as a medium for her purpose in life and so much more about prioritizing self to manifest the life you truly deserve... Follow Izzi @izzijaiyesimi | IG | Twitter  More details on Izzi here https://www.izzijaiyesimi.com/    Subscribe to my Patreon  Amazon Storefront Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content https://www.lifeasking.com/links 

This week we acknowlege the evergreen elephant in all of our rooms, we are the "Adults" now, many have gotten this wake-up call by becoming parents, their parents transitioning, getting married, etc. I wanted to give perspective on what we need to prioritize and what I have learned to create more space for as I progress as a healthy adult in the life  I talked about "icks" in my Twitter Check-IN and I gave 3 gift ideas for him or them for this holiday season check out my amazon storefront    Subscribe to my Patreon  Amazon Storefront Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links     (I do not own the music used in this production)

This week I am back with a solo episode analyzing the developing events of Kanye West's Anti-blackness and his newly expressed opinions of Anti-Semitism...   This was recorded on 10/28/22.    Subscribe to my Patreon  Amazon Storefront Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links     (I do not own the music used in this production)

This week I have on now a 4-time featured guest on Simply King Podcast Elijah Green Bey, formerly known as Stretch, we sat down to catch up at the legendary Peters Street Station, in Atlanta, GA to speak about namesake, identity, and self-evolution.  This was a very deep and whimsical conversation I believe you all will enjoy,    Follow Elijah on Instagram @1.stretch  His website and where you can request a "shortie", https://www.stretch.solutions/    Subscribe to my Patreon   Amazon Storefront Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links   

This week on this day of September 13th I celebrate 7 years of podcasting and I felt so many different ways and I felt like being in a vulnerable mood so I'm like let me let yall in on me more. So I shared 7 confessions, now tell me yall business. I'm playing but enjoy and share this episode everywhere    Subscribe to my Patreon   Amazon Storefront Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content  https://www.lifeasking.com/links       (I do not own the music used in this production) 

This week is the final installment of my lyrical breakdown series featuring the talented vocalist and content creator Koko. We both broke down two of Mary J. Blige's classic tracks, why a whole Mary episode, you ask? we know who the queen of heartbreak is.  We analyzed Not Gon Cry and Be Without You and this was such a joy to make, see what we unearth from the lyrics make sure you check out all of the former volumes.    Follow Koko on IG @keepingupwkoko_ As well as Tiktok @Keepingupwkoko All links to Youtube and new music you can find here https://beacons.ai/keepingupwkoko    Subscribe to my Patreon   Amazon Storefront Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content       (I do not own the music used in this production) 

This week on Simply King I present the 3rd installment of my lyrical breakdown series, #WeCryTogether. Check out the first 2 volumes.  I break down two heartbreak tracks this episode giving my best analysis of the lyrics and how the songs relate to us real-world application  Dru Hill - We're Not Making Love No More  SiR - Wires in the Way    Subscribe to my Patreon   Amazon Storefront Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content https://www.lifeasking.com/links   (I do not own the music used in this production)   

This week I present to you a conversation I had with a multi-hyphenate creator and a tech professional, Franchesca Lamarre. This Detroit native sat with me to talk about the "why" gender war conversations are still prevalent, how technology affects how we communicate,also we spoke about what communal healing looks like, how the manosphere is affecting dialogue, and more    Follow her IG @FranchescaLamarre Follow on Twitter @catchthislove  Follow her podcast @wegongetfree   Subscribe to my Patreon   Amazon Storefront Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on Tiktok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content https://www.lifeasking.com/links    (I do not own the music used in this production) 

This week I'm sharing with you all a conversation I had with Self-Care Specialist and founder of Omekwa Organics. We spoke about how painful self-discovery can lead you to your self-care journey, what's real self-care, and the difference in the ways men and women practice self-care.   Take her self-care assessment to start understanding how you can nurture yourself better  https://bit.ly/3qbhFrt    See her product line of products at https://www.omekwa.com/    Follow and learn more about Anngelica-Marie here     Subscribe to my Patreon   Amazon Storefront Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow Me on TikTok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content https://www.lifeasking.com/links   (I do not own the music used in this production)     

This week I was joined by 2 podcast 3 great guys, Jose and Jon B. of Everyone's a Reel Critic Podcast and Patt Cliff, a third of the Washed Up Podcast. We all went to see Jordan Peele's Nope and had to get a crossover podcast in talking about diversity in film, Peele's impact, and so much more enjoy and make sure you subscribe to all our podcast links below.   Everyone's a Reel Critic Podcast  Follow them on IG @earcpod Washed Up Podcast Follow them on IG @washedup.inc   Subscribe to my Patreon   Amazon Storefront Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod   Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content https://www.lifeasking.com/links    (I do not own the music used in this production)     

This week I am back with the 2nd installment of #WeCryTogether.  The two songs being analyzed are  - Torn by Letoya Luckett  - Swim Good by Frank Ocean    Enjoy all parts of this installment throughout the month of June      Subscribe to my Patreon   Amazon Storefront Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow me on TikTok: @kings_memoirs  Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content https://www.lifeasking.com/links      (I do not own the music used in this production)   

This week is the first installment of the new music series called #WeCryTogether, a lyrical breakdown of only heartbreak R&B songs,  The songs featured are Usher's "Burn" and Lauryn Hill's "Ex-Factor" Read the Sadness Paradox article    Subscribe to my Patreon   Amazon Storefront Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow on TikTok @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content https://www.lifeasking.com/links   (I do not own the music used in this production) 

This week I have on Chicago native, entrepreneur, health care professional, and so much more Afenya Montgomery. Afenya is the founder of ICan Collective, a creative coworking space, event venue & content creation studio, based in Chicago, IL. I brought her on to discuss the power of networking and collaboration, why a city's culture can affect collaboration, and why Chicago is a true first-hand experience can't believe your screens.  Follow Afenya on IG @afenyabsn Follow ICan on IG @theicancollective   Subscribe to my Patreon   Amazon Storefront Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content https://www.lifeasking.com/links   (I do not own the music used in this production) 

This week I'm celebrating my 200th episode, and I brought it in with an IG live recording. I spoke about a year in entrepreneurship,  give my tips for pivoting in your career especially if it's an entrepreneur, and my mental preparedness to grow in entrepreneurship.    The full episode is available in video and audio on Patreon right now subscriptions start at $5 but definitely check out the perks of all the tiers.    Subscribe to my Patreon   Amazon Storefront Follow the podcast on IG @simplykingpod Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs  Follow my business page @lifeasking Sign up for my email list so that you never miss content https://www.lifeasking.com/links   (I do not own the music used in this production)