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the klāëjø mînđ podcast.

the klāëjø mînđ podcast.

By klāëjø mînđ.

a podcast that defines the klāëjø mînđ ethos of polarity, peace and passion.

provocative prose and poetry, as well as musical commentary and discussions around popular culture.

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29: The End of RnB? (ft. Daniella)

the klāëjø mînđ podcast.Aug 16, 2022

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KM9: Lasciare Andare

KM9: Lasciare Andare

Episode 9 focuses on the art of letting go, linking my piece 'Lasciare Andare' with the frustration of the creative process. 'Lasciare Andare' highlights the importance of an unwavering commitment to individualilty, and champions the fact that letting go looks different to everyone around us.
Apr 25, 202412:51
KM8: Things I Love - Living, Not Surviving

KM8: Things I Love - Living, Not Surviving

This is genuinely just 42 minutes of me sharing my favourite things in life with you guys. That is it.
Apr 17, 202441:53
KM7: Inevitable (The Atomisation of Humanity)

KM7: Inevitable (The Atomisation of Humanity)

This episode looks at my piece 'Inevitable' and focuses on the dissonance that exists regarding the connectivity of humanity. The need for unwavering self-love vs the selfishness and alienation that comes with it. The need for isolation and personal primacy vs the loss of community. I also talk on the discourse surrounding London's creative scene and why calling it out might not exactly be the best thing right now.
Apr 14, 202426:43
KM6: The Fire of Love (Self-Sabotage)

KM6: The Fire of Love (Self-Sabotage)

Episode 6 looks at my piece of prose titled 'The Fire of Love,' and focuses on its critiques of self-sabotage. I talk on people's fear of romantic failure, and the way that doubt consumes you once it finds a home for itself in your mind. I highlight areas of breakdowns in communication, and discuss the impact of comparison in a romantic setting - before touching on Maeta's song 'Clarity.'
Mar 28, 202424:34
KM5: The Wonder of Sonder

KM5: The Wonder of Sonder

This week's episode builds on the notions of sonder that feature in my poem, 'The Wonder of Sonder,' as I talk on the misconceptions that surround the friendliness of Londoners. I explore the complexity of the city's population and also touch on the importance of perception and the sense of community that silence gives to London - all before relating my piece to Etta Bond & A2's 'Surface,' Domani's 'My Story,' and Avelino & Tiggs Da Author's 'Brotherhood.'
Mar 20, 202417:30
KM4: Hugs & Cradles

KM4: Hugs & Cradles

Episode 4 elaborates on the messages of anti-capitalism that feature in my debut poem 'Hugs & Cradles.' I talk on the deception and hypocrisy of capitalist structures, and the subsequent disillusionment of our youth before relating my poem to ScHoolboy Q's introspective track, 'Blueslides.'
Mar 13, 202429:38
KM3: This Place (Called Love)

KM3: This Place (Called Love)

Today's episode looks at my latest piece 'This Place,' as I talk on the exposing level of vulnerability that is needed to maintain a healthy relationship. I touch on the need for people to be strong in their own individual perceptions of love, whilst stressing the need to value the valuable. SiR's album 'Seven Sundays,' and the song 'The Perfect Remedy' assist my exploration of the nuances of love.
Mar 07, 202413:37
KM2: Tides

KM2: Tides

The Klāëjø Mînđ era continues with an exploration of crimes of passion, inspired by my creative piece 'Tides.' I talk on the likelihood of pain manifesting itself in a way that means it acts as a motive for revenge, and I also explain why cyclical structures are so important to my writing. Samaria's 'Serial Recluse' is this week's Song of the Week, with its link to Tides being its motifs of pain, water, and the violence of the voices inside of our heads.
Feb 28, 202414:08
KM1: Imaginationships

KM1: Imaginationships

The first episode of the Klāëjø Mînđ era dives into my creative piece 'Imaginationships,' looking at its inspiration - unrequited love - and its importance in personal development. I also touch on the innate connectivity of different art forms by talking on Pinterest paintings & Felicity Estelle's 'My Dreams'.
Feb 20, 202412:31
it's time to klāëjø mînđ.

it's time to klāëjø mînđ.

the end of the GDN era, the start of a clearer one. polarity, peace & passion.
Jan 31, 202404:18
62: Winter Winner (ft. Daniella)

62: Winter Winner (ft. Daniella)

Daniella returns to help me slander the wintertime. We discuss why London shouldn't be a holiday destination, and why 'academic comebacks' aren't for everyone - and also rank the months of the year, before dramatising Daniella's journey home from school.
Dec 06, 202356:23
61: Do Not Do as Lilla Does (ft. Lilla)

61: Do Not Do as Lilla Does (ft. Lilla)

Lilla joins me as we recap what has been a hectic week filled with assignment stress and travelling excursions. Lilla reveals the drama that surrounded her handing in her latest piece of coursework, and we talk you guys through our day trip to Manchester this past Sunday. Be ready for the typical pace of a Lilla and Gideon Podcast (it's stupidly fast).
Nov 22, 202301:09:07
60: The Woman Building An Empire (ft. Lélé)

60: The Woman Building An Empire (ft. Lélé)

Founder of Her Legal Empire, Lucianelle (Lélé) Semou, joins me to talk about her nomination for the Bright Network 'Legal Leaders' Award, and everything that led up to this incredible achievement. To make a Bright Network Account: https://www.brightnetwork.co.uk/signup/ To vote for Lélé: https://www.brightnetwork.co.uk/bright-network-events/nextgen-voting?utm_source=email&utm_medium=nextgen_finalist&utm_campaign=nextgen2023 Her Legal Empire: https://linktr.ee/HerLegalEmpire Lélé's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucianelle-s-b9068a269?
Nov 08, 202340:38
59: Progress is a Lonely Place (ft. Daniella & Lilla)

59: Progress is a Lonely Place (ft. Daniella & Lilla)

Daniella & Lilla join me in a breakdown of all things progression, as we demystify the misinformation that surrounds it. We touch on progression's gradual nature, the need to celebrate small victories, the need for sacrifice, and choosing your future self over your current self. Additionally, we talk on progression's ability to cause social friction and jealousy, as well as stressing the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people. Lilla also previews her hectic Halloween Week schedule, as she prepares for the spooky season.
Oct 23, 202351:30
58: Getting Kicked Out Of Uni?!!? (ft. Lilla)

58: Getting Kicked Out Of Uni?!!? (ft. Lilla)

Lilla joins me for her first episode as we discuss women's flaws in the dating sphere. We talk about our uni course, our SH*T attendance, and a dramatic email that we recieved. We also touch on women's reactions to sassy men, girls trying to mould their boyfriend's fashion sense, overconsumption, trend cycles, and how social media is lacking innovation. Follow @lillamai_ on Instagram 🤘
Oct 07, 202301:08:46
57: Fill The Void They Left Behind

57: Fill The Void They Left Behind

In the first solo episode since JUNE, I respond to your dilemmas with advice on how to fill the void left by people that leave your life. I also explain why lowering your standards for someone is NEVER going to end well, and why sometimes, having sad days is completely necessary - and maybe even beneficial. (I also spend the last segment of the podcast complaining about the years that Manchester United are taking off of my life, but that's neither here nor there).
Sep 21, 202338:20
56: They Don't Make Them Like They Used To (ft. Daniella)

56: They Don't Make Them Like They Used To (ft. Daniella)

I'll be real with you, there is no way to summarise the contents of this episode outside of PURE VYBZ, but regardless, Daniella joins me for our final podcast of the summer as we ridicule the SHAMELESSNESS of the youth these days.
Sep 08, 202354:11
55: 'Is You Ma Nigga THO??!!' (ft. Daniella)

55: 'Is You Ma Nigga THO??!!' (ft. Daniella)

Daniella talks us through her first Carnival experience, as she re-tells her near-death experiences, and the THIRSTY nature of niggas. We also discuss the destructive role of nonchalance in our world today, before stressing the importance of knowing your person's history during a talking stage.
Aug 30, 202359:04
54: The Time We Almost Met God (ft. Daniella)

54: The Time We Almost Met God (ft. Daniella)

Daniella joins me as we discuss the cost of being a woman in this day and age. We also talk on the differences in fashion choices for guys and girls, and touch on relationships changing the dynamics of friendships, before an IMMENSE storytime. The time we almost met the woo, all because of this one particularly peculiar individual.
Aug 22, 202358:47
53: I Want To Break Free (ft. Daniella)

53: I Want To Break Free (ft. Daniella)

We are back again, and this time, we give you guys the tips & tricks on how to liberate yourself from the shackles of your strict parents. We also discuss the true temporary nature of friendships, as I offload in regards to a current messy situation.
Aug 07, 202344:10
52: Dr. Dilemma (ft. Daniella)

52: Dr. Dilemma (ft. Daniella)

This episode has it all - from personal anecdotes, to tea & drama. Daniella joins me as we discuss our recent concert experiences, Daniella's new-found employment & more updates on our romantic endeavours. This is all before a return to our dilemma-solving roots as we dive into the issues that are currently stressing out the GDNation. It's a long one, and it's JUICY.
Jul 31, 202301:11:50
51: Talking Stages, TikTok & Trauma (ft. Daniella)

51: Talking Stages, TikTok & Trauma (ft. Daniella)

Daniella & I re-tell two crazy events that unfolded near us, before discussing the impact of TikTok on trauma conversations. We also descend into our traditional madness come the end of the episode, saying goodbye but staying like a toxic male. And love may or may not be in the air - who knows?
Jul 12, 202351:56
50: Lessons of Love (ft. Daniella)

50: Lessons of Love (ft. Daniella)

Daniella & I take the pod back to its roots in lurrrrrrvvv for the big 50 as we discuss the lessons we've learnt from our own experiences. We also give our thoughts on why we're single before explaining our pros & cons as lovers. Thank You for all the love & here's to 50 more episodes xoxo
Jun 30, 202345:45
49: The Unsinkable Sinker Has Sunk Again

49: The Unsinkable Sinker Has Sunk Again

I give my thoughts on the seemingly ill-fated yet gripping Titanic submarine saga, as time runs out for those on board. I address the best that Twitter has had to offer in response to *that* new Zendaya scene before stressing the importance of women holding each other accountable in friendships. Sports dominate the final minutes of the episode as I react to Marcus Smart leaving Boston & Saudi Arabia taking over football.
Jun 22, 202336:46
48: How to Enjoy Summer to the MAX!

48: How to Enjoy Summer to the MAX!

Summer is a beautiful time, but not a lot of people know how to fully experience the amazingness it can bring. Never fear, le GDN is here as I give you guys my tips & tricks on how to fully realise the potential of summertime.
May 31, 202328:01
47: Party Culture is Ruining Our People (ft. Daniella)

47: Party Culture is Ruining Our People (ft. Daniella)

This one was messy as hell, just listen innit x
May 25, 202334:21
46: It's Time to Hate Instagram

46: It's Time to Hate Instagram

(REPUBLISHED) I address my long-standing hatred of Instagram, and reason to how it has played a huge role in creating the problems we see so often in society nowadays. I also give a review of the NBA Playoffs First Round - rightfully COOKING them frauds in Milwaukee, before giving my predictions for the Second Round (Celtics in 6)
May 09, 202327:31
45: GDN: The Master Manipulator??

45: GDN: The Master Manipulator??

We find out how truly manipulative I am, as I give my thoughts on very telling questions. I also look forward to the NBA Playoffs (Celtics in 4), and put you guys on to more works of musical genius
Apr 14, 202334:24
44: A Cold Hearted Summer (ft. Daniella)

44: A Cold Hearted Summer (ft. Daniella)

Daniella returns to the pod as we give you guys all the goss as we met our GOAT Khalil Madovi (stream his EP 'A Cold Hearted Summer' IMMEDIATELY). We also talk about the March Theory, as another March FINISHED many relationships, and we also discuss how guys will wait YEARS before making their move.
Mar 31, 202301:06:30
43: The Secrets Behind GDN

43: The Secrets Behind GDN

I let you guys into the workings of my inner chamber, answering questions that explain why I am the way I am, before addressing the epidemic of friendships being torn apart for the sake of pursuing romance.
Mar 13, 202345:19
42: Hold Yourself Accountable

42: Hold Yourself Accountable

I talk you guys through the importance of holding yourself accountable, be it with yourself, friends, family, colleagues or strangers, and discuss how exactly it should be done. I also put you on to my top artists & albums of February before highlighting how close we really are to the sensual symphony of summer.
Feb 28, 202320:48
41: Valentines Day is an L (ft. Daniella)

41: Valentines Day is an L (ft. Daniella)

Diona joins me and Daniella in the room, as we discuss Part 1 of Season 4 of YOU, Rihanna's Super Bowl Halftime Show & her status amongst the greats. We also ask whether Valentines Day is at all necessary, and I bless you guys with a work of GDN art.
Feb 16, 202351:15
40: Learn to Say No & Listen to Your Intuition

40: Learn to Say No & Listen to Your Intuition

I give you advice on how to become more comfortable with saying no to things more often & how to value your own intuition. I also give my opinions, critiques and predictions for this year's Winter Love Island, and ask why so many major music artists are falling off right now? P.S. This episode features severe Jaylen Brown/Celtics Propaganda
Jan 29, 202326:26
39: It's Time to Heal (ft. Daniella)

39: It's Time to Heal (ft. Daniella)

Daniella joins me for the first episode of the year - and it's a BANGER. 2023 HAS to be a year for healing. We also rank cereals, discuss shortening attention spans, the effects of music on personalities, and what we'd like to improve on through the year. And finally, we give some Tanisha propaganda, because she IS the truth! Happy New Year GDNation
Jan 12, 202301:08:34
38: The GDN Xmas Special (ft. Daniella, Diona, Grace & Elizabeth)

38: The GDN Xmas Special (ft. Daniella, Diona, Grace & Elizabeth)

MERRY CHRISTMAS GDNATION!! The girls join me for the biggest podcast in GDN history as we discuss the ratio of attractive men to attractive women and why Christmas seems to have lost its spark. We also choose which 2 people we'd like to have on a desert island with us & discuss why dating 'medium ugly' isn't the hack you think it is.
Dec 25, 202201:06:56
37: You Know It's a Wrap

37: You Know It's a Wrap

Spotify Wrapped is FINALLY here!!! I talk about what makes an artist elite, how amazing the GDNation is, why separate bedrooms could be the way to go in marriages and why it can never be 'right person, wrong time.' I also discuss why 'if they wanted to, they would' is a controversial statement, ask for reparations for Marcus Rashford (respect him), and call out the horrific 'rizz' that has been plaguing the male species.
Nov 30, 202235:06
36: Drunk in PE & Things of that Nature (ft. Daniella)

36: Drunk in PE & Things of that Nature (ft. Daniella)

Daniella joins me to share a story that could only be described as lacking brain cells, as the World Cup makes itself the centre of attention. We also discuss the need for women to stop this 'medium ugly' business, before Daniella SOMEHOW almost gets herself in a spot of bother AGAIN. We also discuss testing people in the talking stage and SLANDER our favourite oppiana as we always do x
Nov 23, 202201:06:04
35: Words of Wisdom (ft. Tasha)

35: Words of Wisdom (ft. Tasha)

Auntie T joins me as we discuss her new status as an OAP at 20, white relationships, parents passing on harmful cultural practices, uni shenanigans, how to stay productive with seasonal depression and so much more.
Nov 10, 202201:02:33
34: Floating is Not Enough

34: Floating is Not Enough

I touch on some of the few the things that women need to stop doing in terms of dating, slander Kanye West for a solid 10 minutes, review Taylor Swift's Album 'Midnight' and give genuine advice on how to 'get better'.
Oct 27, 202244:06
33: He's Not All That (ft. Daniella)

33: He's Not All That (ft. Daniella)

Daniella is back to join me as we respond to more of your dilemmas. We discuss catching feelings with a FWB, putting yourself first, how to get out of bed and the downfall of social media - before Daniella tries to make herself an international target.
Oct 02, 202201:05:08
32: The Innocent Flower (ft. Rosie)

32: The Innocent Flower (ft. Rosie)

Rosie joins me for Episode 32, and we discuss moving into uni, Birmingham's nightlife, why men should just STOP, problematic Uber drivers, the aesthetically displeasing nature of the general public, and why the Government is plotting our downfall.
Sep 26, 202255:04
31: Caskets & Caca (ft. Daniella)

31: Caskets & Caca (ft. Daniella)

Daniella and I discuss the fallout following the death of Queen Lizzy, as well as taking a trip down memory lane, by retelling some of our hospital stories. Daniella tried her hardest to get expelled as we wormed our way through a near half-hour of complete and utter waffle - just they way you like it
Sep 10, 202201:11:39
30: Finessin' & Stressin' (ft. Daniella)

30: Finessin' & Stressin' (ft. Daniella)

Episode 30 features your own dilemmas, whilst Daniella and I revisit a traumatic night that led to us finding out why mfs be hating on the police. We also touch on reply times and whether it is ever okay to cheat.
Aug 28, 202201:00:05
29: The End of RnB? (ft. Daniella)

29: The End of RnB? (ft. Daniella)

Daniella and I discuss Drake and Beyoncé's recent house-influenced albums, and the potential effects of this move, and why it might dramatically change the musical landscape. We also discuss incompetent teachers, Results Day stress, the development of trainers and why humans have eyebrows & feet and not wheels.
Aug 16, 202253:04
28: Self-Love is the Best Love

28: Self-Love is the Best Love

I take my seat as the Agony Uncle for the GDNation as I answer your dilemmas. Ranging from a problematic boyfriend, to how to love yourself and from the problems of being blessed in certain areas, to how to deal with depression and anxiety; this one is for you guys.
Aug 03, 202201:06:18
27: Common Tate L (ft. Daniella)

27: Common Tate L (ft. Daniella)

We discuss the effect of Andrew Tate on society, *that* Kylie Jenner Instagram post, the dating expectations of 16 year olds in this 2022 and a whole load of quality waffle.
Jul 23, 202252:38
26: Don't Be That Guy (ft. Daniella)

26: Don't Be That Guy (ft. Daniella)

Your favourite co-host is for the third consecutive episode, and we discuss things that people make their whole personality. We also talk about the plethora of quality bunda on display at Westfield and the disgusting rising cost of living.
Jul 20, 202201:01:32
25: Love Island 2022: Top 2? (ft. Daniella)

25: Love Island 2022: Top 2? (ft. Daniella)

Daniella and I go through the Love Island Contestants of Season 8, talk over key moments so far and discuss where we'd rank the season in an all time list, before giving predictions for our winners and most likely demon.
Jun 29, 202247:36
24: Coincidentally We’re Siblings (ft. Daniella)

24: Coincidentally We’re Siblings (ft. Daniella)

Join me and my sister as we discuss The Met Gala, America being a myth and who’s most likely to - before diving into the renowned podcast notes section.
May 05, 202201:05:09
23: Sunday Vibes

23: Sunday Vibes

After a long 2 months for the GDNation, I am back to talk all things nonsensical. A-Levels, Summer, Employment, University, ACSConfessions and the GOAT of cereal - Weetabix. Try not to miss me too much
Mar 20, 202228:45