The Simply King Podcast

After a 17-month hiatus, I come back to pay tribute to someone that I didn't realize until this news of his transition was like my spiritually creative  "father figure", gotta listen to get the context of that. I present an audio experience that expresses the genuine love and adoration I have for the life and artistry of Michael "D'Angelo" Archer. I get biographical, I talk about the music, and I do a "Send it On" segment that's ripe for the times we are living in. I hope you enjoy, and I won't make y'all wait too long before I return. Peace and Long Live D'Angelo    Follow the podcast on Instagram: @simplykingpod   Follow on Tiktok: @kings_memoirs Follow me everywhere @kings_memoirs    Small business owner or considering starting a business, allow me to assist with your digital marketing needs. Check out my site here https://www.lifeasking.com/ Let's collaborate, create, and grow together

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.  Stolen Childhoods,” coming out on May 7 worldwide in hardcover, ebook, and audiobook with Tantor Media, narrated by me!! Pre-order now at www.rowman.com and use discount code RLFANDF30 at checkout.  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.    Send It On Call to Action: Do you believe that you will find a long-term partner? Reply to question through link below, video response may be reposted  https://link.braidit.com/UVM7rlIkxHb    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)