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 Sincerray 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 routinesWellness 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