Lavender Water Podcast
By Matthew Williams
Lavender Water PodcastNov 25, 2022
Episode XXXVIII. "Real Deal Spill" (featuring TyFrom3401)
Matthew and Ty talk about how important it is to keep your circle tight, Cord from previous episodes joins them for a little. https://www.instagram.com/doitfaheli/
Episode XXXVII.--“A Portrait Of The Ivory Coast” (featuring Ivory Johnson)
Matthew and Ivory briefly speak on their time together in the PadSplit house on Buffington. They are joined by their fellow roommate, Ty.
Episode XXXVI. “Slizzered” (featuring Cord)
Episode XXXV.--“Love Yourself First” (featuring Greg)
Matthew and Greg talk about the dynamics between men and women in the 2020s as far as dating on a physical and spiritual level. Greg talks about structure and growth. 2022 REVOLUTION! https://www.instagram.com/breadwinners_r_us/
Episode XXXIV.--“Rules, Regulations, and Responsibilities” (featuring Cord)
Episode XXXIII.--"The Penalty Of Leadership" (featuring Karen Garcia)
Matthew and Karen talk about the importance of preserving African-American culture post-Diaspora in the United States. They also have a nice Hip-Hop discussion about Jay-Z, Nas, and Eminem. makenewyorkgrimeyagain.com
Episode XXXII.--"It's What I Love" (featuring Tosha Ann)
Episode XXXI.--"Victory" (featuring Donny Washington)
Matthew brings his father, Donny, onto the show to talk about victory being at the end of the path for those who never give up.
Episode XXX.--"Setting The Price" (featuring Tyra X)
Episode XXIX.--"Be Fruitful And Multiply" (featuring King Jaf)
Matthew and Jaf highlight positive male traits to have and discuss the importance of child-rearing. Jaf tells us how important it is to show up and be consistent.
Episode XXVIII.--"Touch Grass" (featuring Dr. Mark "Merriwether" Vorderbruggen)
Matthew and Mark talk about how important movement and being outside is for the human body in the long run. Mark talks about his journey through holistic healing and the experience of grad school. Mark encourages us to tap into the ways our ancestors lived before us. https://www.foragingtexas.com/
Episode XXVII.--"Tapped Into Our Purpose" (featuring Danielle Meadows Stinnett)
Matthew and Danielle talk about the journey of entrepreneurship. Danielle shares her philosophy, 'Life is more like Tetris and less like Mario.'
Episode XXVI.--"Define Happiness" (featuring Jordan Lam)
Matthew and Jordan exchange their personal meanings of happiness and success.
Episode XXV.--"Press Record" (featuring Wize Otero)
Matthew and Wize Otero connected through an app for matching guests with podcasts and vice versa. Wize is also a podcast host; he talks about the importance of super-serving your following and community no matter the size. Wize also encourages us to build a team and reach out for mentorship.
Episode XXIV.--"Men With Feelings" (featuring William Conklin)
Matthew and William share what it's like to lose their mothers.
Episode XXIII.--"Cord Got A Short In It" (featuring Devonte Jones)
Matthew has his friend Devonte explain Sleep Apnea and how he lives life "half-charged". They also discuss the Metaverse, the state of the economy, and the Black dollar.
Episode XXII.--"2018" (featuring Donzel Bailey)
Matthew and Donzel reminisce about the Cincinnati music scene and catch up after 4 years.
Episode XXI.--"I Can Feel The Gübers" (featuring William Conklin)
Matthew and William reminisce again about their times in San Francisco, they talk about starting families, and gambling.
Episode XX.--"I Trust Us" (featuring Kavon and Amani)
Matthew asks his friends Kavon and Amani the keys to maintaining a healthy relationship. Amani asks Matthew about nightmarish relationship experiences. Kavon asks Matthew what he seeks in a relationship and what his wedding day looks like. Honeysage Photo Co.
Episode XIX.--"Stop Being Scary" (featuring Brandon Schmidt)
Matthew and his brother Brandon catch up and reflect. Matthew illustrates life before Brandon, and Brandon drops a few gems about living a full, vivacious life after being born premature. Stars Clothing Brand
Episode XVIII.--"Priorities" (featuring Seth Holston)
Matthew and Seth reflect on the life of a young man with clouded judgment and limited direction. Seth lays out the importance of prioritizing God in your life, finding a wife, and making strides toward accomplishing your goals. Seth shows us how one's desired path is often realigned to the path they were preordained to take. Matthew cites Seth as the inspiration to his own media enterprise, United State of the Art/ONCE|NUDE.
Episode XVII.--"Deus Nondum Te Confecit" (featuring Terry Tucker)
Episode XVI.--"The Real Always Stick Together" (featuring Skyee Butta)
Matthew & Skyee Butta exchange methods of grieving and put a spotlight on the necessity of therapy and having people to come to. A takeaway from this, discard what you don't need and be grateful for what you have.
Episode XV.--"I Need The Homie, Pull Up On Me" (featuring TRIM a.k.a Mr. Livingston)
Matthew and Mr. Livingston talk about the importance of self-reliance and knowing when to ask for help, and cryptocurrency. They share experiences from the lonely path all creative minds take. Friends are nice, but a man needs a wife. Slick Nick's Auto Detailing
Episode XIV.--"America Is Not What You Think It Is" (featuring Jasmine Mitchell)
Matthew and Jasmine talk about ways that America can better serve its youth and set generations up for success. Jasmine speaks on her edible business and facing a reality that America has an opioid problem. Jasmine also tells us about her journey to become a veterinarian, dealing with bad school counselors, the politics of the classroom, and the obstacles in the workplace. Lazzzy Bitch Edibles
Episode XIII.--"Values Pt. 2" (featuring Renita Walker)
Matthew and Renita share their core values and unpack society's issues with empathy and softness. Renita examines the music Matthew makes as Matte SEXWAVE. https://www.renitawalker.com/
Episode XII.--"You Can't Put A Price Tag On Happiness" (featuring Kaden Schmidt)
Matthew and Kaden talk about accountability and sacrifices. Kaden speaks about how important it is to sleep in the bed you make, and to stay down until you come up. @KD Dat King
Episode XI.--"Modelo" (featuring William Conklin)
Matthew & William vent about their days in the kitchen and reminisce about San Francisco, California.
Episode X.--"Being Direct Gets You What You Want" (featuring Jennifer Simone)
Matthew and Jennifer exemplify how two former lovers can still maintain a friendship after a romantic relationship. Jennifer also speaks about how important it is to be upfront and direct with your words and intentions. @Jennifer Simone Music
Episode IX.--"I Need You To Show Me What $2.3 Trillion Got You" (featuring Curtis Thompson)
Matthew and Curtis talk about gentrification and end up comparing it to white rappers. They also talk about the economy and the wealth gap.
Episode VIII.--"You Drove So Far Away Only To Be In The Same Place" (featuring Darnelle Holland)
Matthew asks Darnelle about his journey through fashion and photography. They end up talking about the past of their hometown, and where they hope to relocate in the future. @MDNT.BLU
Episode VII.--"The Eye" (featuring Shaquille Holloway)
Matthew asks Shaquille what the key is to taking a great photo and maintaining a good image. R.I.P to Virgil Abloh and the idea that you have to "fake it 'til you make it." @DoXBetter
Episode VI.--"Facebook Institutionalized" (featuring Derrick Burns)
Matthew and Derrick examine Internet trolling and protect black women.
Episode V.--"Pure Gorilla Mode" (featuring Yahezequiel Walker)
Matthew and Yahezequiel unpack drug use and idol worship. Yahezequiel talks about the journey he and his life partner underwent to build their tiny home. Follow as they discuss what it means to work on yourself and spread love to others. @Yazi13
Episode IV.--"Crosswalks For Ducks" (featuring Iyah Brown)
Matthew and Iyah share stories of when people didn't put respect on their names. Iyah is an active member in her community, she is a student of agriculture and horticulture, and she talks about how important it is to care about the work you do.
Episode III.--"Trapped In Some Fake World That You Could Never See" (featuring Troof Da God)
Matthew has his friend Troof explain what it's like to live with and how to navigate the world of Schizophrenia. Troof Da God
Episode II.--"Dreams Don't Always Come True, And That’s Okay" (featuring Lexus Greene)
Matthew and Lexus have a healthy back and forth about how our desires don't always come to fruition, but there is life after a dream. A discussion that weaves in and out of the worlds of wrestling, being a musician, and hosting a promising podcast. @PrinceSport93
Episode I.--"Values" (featuring Jay)