Simply First Class Podcast
By Simply
Simply First Class PodcastNov 18, 2019
THROWBACK INTERVIEW: EXCLUSIVE AND UNCUT with Lil Yellow
Happy last day of October...or in many places, HAPPY HALLOWEEN!! It's been a full year of silence and I'm here to break it during our 4th anniversary month with an episode from the vault. I have a very random schedule but I intend to get back to the mic soon! Love you guys and will share stories later.
Happy Veterans Day!!!
Hello, welcome to the show. Or should I say back to the show? Things are back up and running and today I bring you a Veterans Day special feature. Ya girl has finally gotten some gear!!!
Please, stick with me as I learn how to use it.
This episode features three new individuals to the platform!!! All have prior military experiences. The conversations expressed in this episode are just a sample of the WEALTH of information that they have to share. If you have any specific questions you want to ask them, please leave a voice message on our anchor page! You can also write us via email at simplyfirstclasspodcast@gmail.com and we will collect your inquiries until another session with these community leaders!!!
Thanks for your patience!!!
With Love,
CSea
ANNOUNCEMENT!!!
Hi all!!! I'm sooooo excited for this update! Things are probably going to still be a little delayed as we are finishing the semester up, but there will be more content next year! I have been building a home studio for some time now and finally...FINALLY could afford to get what I need to record from home. There's so much to catch up on for missed time. Thank you all for your patience and hopefully I'll be able to meet y'all in real life in no time!
Black Ink:
This week I had a chance to speak with Angela. She's the coordinator of "Black Ink", a community expo put on by the Chesapeake Public Library to give local creatives a place to present their abilities! She's been leading the event over the past few years and they are looking forward to the event happening on Saturday, September 25th.
**Want to go? Just pop in!!! The event is free and open to the public. Below is an outline of the expected events**
Location
Katie Walton: (757) 410-7036
https://chesapeakelibrary.org/. (Search "Black Ink")
Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach & Innovation Library
2726 Border Road.
Chesapeake, VA 23324
Itinerary:
Main Stage
10:45 am Saxophone Performance
11:00 am Author Reads
11:45 am Monologues – Leila Stephanie
12:00 pm Keynote – Reuben Jackson
1:00 pm Discussion Panel – Diverse Voices: You, Me & the Call for Inclusion
2:00 pm Ancestorial Stories - Preslaysa Williams
3:00 pm Poet’s Corner – Synnika A. Lofton, Amanda Gomez, Tonya Swindell
The Gallery
11:00 am Writing Your First Book - James L. Hill
12:00 pm Illustrating
1:00 pm Writing Microfiction – Ran Walker
2:00 pm Writing Memoirs – Sasha Ridley
3:00 pm Writing Cookbooks – Sandra P. Mathis, Ph.D.
Healthy Recipe Reboot
***Games and activities included for children and teens. Food trucks, artisans and book vendors also.**
BONUS EPISODE!!! Prank Calls: Were you with my man last night????
Join us today as David pranks some of our friends and previous guests. We did have more callers, but to keep things simple, only a few were selected. If you have ideas for content, please DM us on instagram @simplyfirstclasspodcast
Also, check out our music sponsor @kingsize2119 on Instagram for more beats!!!
Is tofu just as bad as meat?? Chef Theo speaks on the importance of proper nutrition awareness!!!
Today we chat with Chef Theo!!! He works to educate the local community on proper nutrition, bringing fresh foods in a new and delicious presentation! Join him this Thursday (October 15, 2020) in Downtown Norfolk for a Gatherpalooza!!! In collaboration with Gather, a local showcase location, Crop Circle Gourmet is hosting an all day soiree!! From 9am to 7pm you can find live performances, featured dishes, and professional headshot photoshoots! Hint hint...we hear that Chef is going to feature his award winning Jerk Glaze (**insert 3 winking emoji**)
Giving Back to the Community with Captain 85
From the archives of life before Corona Virus changed the world...we bring to you an exclusive interview with Henderson Vaughn!!!! He has been a member with the radio station we work out of for a few years now and we always see him with a variety of guests. He said he never does interviews...but for us, we can ask him anything. Learn about his journey through the world of entertainment. Currently, he is focused on stopping violence and bullying among youth. Find him anywhere online:
Henderson Vaughn
Instagram: @dreammaker85
Facebook: @Captain85
We’re back!
Local Service Member, Long-time Friend
Exterminator by Day, R&B by Night???
Today we bring local Rhythm and Blues artist to the studio, Kiel!!!! Heard him perform at the Back2RnB night hosted monthly in the area and couldn't resist! You can find him online anywhere at:
Kiel
Instagram: @kiel_sxvxn
Facebook: Everette Butts
Background Music: IG @kingsize_2119
Simply First Class Podcast!!!
Annnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnd we're back
Now's the moment you've all been waiting for! This is the GRAND REOPENING of the show formerly known as @Simply_CSea, now known as SimplyFirstClass Podcast!!!! We are expanding platforms from purely audio content to filmed interviews! We have started a BRAND NEW YouTube channel and Instagram Profile, and have some really exciting events coming up!!! Stay tuned and DON'T FORGET you can help us grow by subscribing to the show!!! The link is on our Anchor homepage. Every little bit adds up! We have so many things we'd like to do, but we need some help y'all. Till next time!
**Sorry for the exclamation marks! We're just extra excited for this next stage**
Wrap-Up to Season One :)
Hi guys,
This is an announcement concluding our FIRST season!!! We have 40 episodes on the books and many more to come. In our next season we're planning some exciting things to increase engagement! We're developing a YouTube Channel, planning some events, and preparing some giveaways. There won't be another episode released until next month (February), so stay tuned!
Signed,
Csea and David
New York Artists in the Studio!!!!
Cam Loo and Wave King Jess
If you're not going anywhere...you're already there!
Simply_Csea meets Simply First Class
Hello Luvs, and MERRY CHRISTMAS !!!!! In this episode we introduce our show interns! They've been working behind the scenes with us on a few shows and will be featured as guest cohosts on future episodes!!! It's so hard to get work done with them, so bear with us as we giggle through the goofs! Part Two: Song List Bohemian Rhapsody We are the Champions The Eye of the Tiger
David
Kayla
RawKale
Freedom from Conflict
Freedom From Conflict
Youtube, Email: freedomfromconflict@gmail.com
...annnnnnnnd CUT!!!
We interview some local filmmakers today, Tom & Sergio! Tom is both Director and Producer, while Sergio is his trusted Cinematographer. Their latest production is called, "A Cure for Loneliness". You can follow their journey online at:
Tom
Producer/Director
Fb & IG: @channel757
Website: channel757.com
Sergio
Cinematographer
IG: @ SML.Cine
Opening Sound Clip: "We Couldn't Be Any Happier"
Closing Sound Clip: "A Cure for Loneliness" *Trailer*
House of Consciousness - Jikoni Cafe
House of Consciousness
Instagram @hocbookstoreva
FaceBook House of Consciousness
Jikoni Cafe
IG: @jikonicafe
FB: @jikonicafe
Guest: Logas
Instagram @motivationalphilosopher
Music Sponsor: @kingsize_2119 (Instagram)
**Thank you SO much for listening to the show!!! If y'all catch anything I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on instagram @simply_csea**
Preserving that Inner Child
Local poet, reading some of his work and a quick interview! You can reach him either by phone, or by email:
Phone: (757) 285-0635
Email: arkofcovenant@live.com
Love and intermissions: Turning Pain into Power
Heyyyy everyone! It's day 2 of our homecoming here at ODU, and we're continuing to feature local talent on the show. This episode is featuring a R&B artist, La'Nique! My cousin reposted an article the local news station released about a year ago and she commented on it! We speak about some things that have motivated her career, and how she's able to focus on her family and her passion. You can find her online anywhere at:
La'Nique Music (@iAmLaNique)
Music Page (@laniquemusic)
Back 2 RnB (@back2rnb_) (@b2rnbradio)
Clothing Line (@thicklusciouschick)
Opening Song: Intro (Love & Intermissions)
Closing Song: Round & Round (Love & Intermissions)
**Thank you so much for listening. If you guys catch anything I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
I like What I like...and I like DaBaby
Welcome to the show!! It's Monday of ODU's Homecoming week and this is the second of TWO episodes with artists from the 757. This interview is with RK-5 and Rob J. You can find them anywhere online at:
Rk-5
IG @ Killahman_
Rob J
IG@ robjofficial
Suffolk Artist in the Studio!!!
Hello everyone!!! It is Monday to our Homecoming week and we are off to a great start! Today we're dropping TWO episodes both featuring artists from the 757. This interview is with Ja'Quez, an artist from Suffolk, Va, and his friend Lareeco. You can find them anywhere online at:
Ja'Quez
IG @jaquez.artistry
Twitter @jaquez700
Lareeco
IG @reedotco
*Message him for follow backs*
Just Some Thoughts pt. 7
This is the first time we've had Camp live in the studio!!! This episode was fun to record and what began as an interview turned into a group conversation. Camp is a Semi-Pro Basketball player, Chloe is a super smart researching college student, and Chloe is learning the most important tool of our culture...MONEY. You can find them anywhere online at:
Camp
Instagram: @_westbrookjr_6
SnapChat: @champ502
Facebook: @Terrell Camp
Taylor
Instagram @mediumtee
Chloe
Instagram: @primaryskins (An art page :D)
Music Sponsor: @ kingsize_2119 (Instagram)
**Thank you so much for listening to the show!!! If you guys catch anything that I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me Instagram @simply_csea**
Sista Watch for the Hook!!!
Hello everyone! The interview today is with an author from Virginia Beach! I'm excited to share that ALL of our cohosts were able to attend this discussion, and we covered quite a bit! Sista Dash'e has an event coming up Sunday October 13th at the Jikoni Cafe to discuss the book and how it relates to our lives. For those who will not be able to attend, but would like to join the conversation, feel free to leave some voice messages with your thoughts! Thank you for listening!!!
Dash'e
FaceBook: Sista Watch for the Hook/Dash'e Random Thoughts
Email:
Tae
Instagram: @0fficialtrillztae
Twitter: @Trillztae
SnapChat: @trillztae
RawKale
Instagram: @raw_k.a.l.e.
Taz
Instagram: @taz_luv3l
Youtube: @TazAlumni
SnapChat: @tazluvel300
**Thank you so much @kingsize_2119 for sponsoring our music!**
**If you guys catch anything I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
Tife's Tees
Welcome to the bio guys!!! This is a quick interview with one of my classmates turned close friend about her competition. She launched a project where you can submit a t-shirt design! There's monetary prizes for the top three designs, and she may work with you to produce and sell your shirts! You can find more information about this on:
Bolu
Instagram @tifes.tees
**Thank you so much IG @kingsize_2119 for sponsoring our music!** **Also, thank you so much for listening!!! If you guys catch anything I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
AudioBlog: September
Rhythm on the Basketball Court!
Hey everybody!!! Long time no real recording lol. Here's a quick interview with one of my friends from High School. Been trying to record and our schedules would never sync. Soooo, we did a Face-Time call on one of our off days to chat. He's currently a student and an active basketball player. He's also working to become a personal trainer or a professional piano player. Find him anywhere online at:
T. Camp
Instagram: @_westbrookjr_6
SnapChat: @champ502
Facebook: @Terrell Camp
**Thank you so much for listening to the show! If you guys catch any mistakes that I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
Just Some Thoughts pt. 6
Day 1: AudioBlog
Simply Prose
Hello everyone! This episode should have been released around Easter weekend. However, our Grandmother passed away unexpectedly and that took some time to recover from. I think it's safe to say I'm okay now and can be back in the studio interviewing more guests! (incomplete edit)
Ft. @raw_k.a.l.e
Simply Sad
Change Your Future For Achievement
Hay y'all!! Today we have our guest, Cyffa Leyenda, in the studio. He's a performer, local to the 757, who has some new stuff coming out. Find him anywhere online at:
Cyffa Leyenda
Fearless Abstracts: Search "Leyenda Line"
Youtube: Cyffa Leyenda
Twitter/IG: @cyffaleyenda
SnapChat: @cyffa
**If you guys catch anything I may have missed in editing, or some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
Interview: Turner
Hey guys!! We had a long conversation with an old friend from high school....3 hours actually. Never recorded an episode this long, and it was refreshing to catch up! I ended up cutting about an hour out of it because of the pauses we took, but there is still a ton of content for y'all to hear. To find him online, search "Jayzale Turner"
**If you guys catch anything I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
Don't be the Smartest Person in the Room, Be the Most Inquisitive!
Hi everyone!!! Having been a student here at ODU for the past few years, I wanted to officially meet the President of our school. He's really down to earth, and easy to speak with. When he's not acting as an ambassador for the campus, you can find him among a crowd. Most people don't realize who he is until they see him on stage at events! If you guys would like to read up on him some more, you can search his name, John Broderick. Thanks for listening!!
**If you guys catch anything I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
The Urban Fit Kitchen
Hello everyone!! This is an episode we recorded last week with Chef Che! She's speaking on her new business, where she sees it going and what she would like people to gain from it. She is a Meal-Prepper with years of experience, and a variety of options. You can find her online at:
Chef Che
Social Media: @TheUrbanFitKitchen
Website: www.theurbanfitkitchen.wordpress.com
Guest co-host: Raw_Kale
**Thank you for listening to the show!!! If you guys catch anything I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
"S.O.S." I Need an "Antidote"!!!
Hey everyone!! Last week we brought Taz and Bishop in for a quick intro into their newest music. They're working together to release an album this year, and we wanted to see what it was about!! Check out their social medias for updates on its release! Find them online at:
Bishop Creezy
Anywhere @BishopCreezy
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Taz Luvel
Twitter & Snapchat: tazluvel003
Instagram: luvel_way
Youtube: TazAlumni
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Guest co-host: Tae from the podcast "Real Talk Crew"
**Thank you so much for listening!! If you guys catch anything I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
Learning How to Make Your Passions Profitable
Hey everyone!! Yesterday I was able to interview a friend from high school. That was about 6 years ago, so this is a chance for us to catch up on how college is going for him. He's currently trying to grow and improve his extracurricular activities. You can send feedback about his YouTube Channel to:
Deondre Smoove
Tumblr, Twitter, Instagram: @realdrebranch
SnapChat: dsmooove38
Facebook: Deondre Branch
Youtube: SmoooveVibes
Guest co-host: Tae from the podcast "Real Talk Crew"
**Also, thank you so much for listening! If you guys catch anything I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
Interview Promo: TazLuvel
Here's a little something to hold y'all over until later this week. Interviewing local artist/rapper Taz Luvel on Friday! He's dropping some new music soon, and we'll be speaking about who he is, how life is, and some goals. Find him on:
Taz Luvel
YouTube: @TazAlumni
IG: @ luvel_way
SnapChat: @tazluvel300
**Also, thank you so much for listening! If you guys catch anything I may have missed in editing or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea***
Did You Cheat in High School?
It was a pleasure to have these guests from in house! Today's interview features Tae & Zai, radio co-hosts from WODU studios. We talked a bit about how they met and where things are going. You can find them anywhere at:
Real Talk Crew
Snapchat: @RealTalkODU
Twitter: @RealTalkODU
Instagram @Realtalk.odu
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Zai
Instagram: @z.willi
Twitter: @ZaiX00
SnapChat: @og_zai
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Tae
Instagram: @0fficialtrillztae
Twitter: @Trillztae
SnapChat: @trilztae
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Ft. Raw_Kale
Instagram: @l3al0ni7532
**Keep a look-out for future collabs with their upcoming podcast series!!**
**Thank you so much for listening!!! If you guys catch anything I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
Just Some Thoughts pt. 5 #SisstaSissta
I was blessed to have an opportunity to interview with my sister "Raw_Kale". Happy belated birthday!!! We spoke about her academic experience, our life as military kids, and shared some memories. She will be continually be in the studio with me, acting as a co-host!
Raw_Kale
Instagram: @l3al0ni7532
**Thank you so much for listening!!! If you guys catch anything I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
Down Syndrome Meets YouTube...Can the Two Communities Meet in the Middle?
Earlier this week I was able to interview a YouTuber from the U.K.! He and his brother create parodies/comedy skits that are quite funny. Matt has Down Syndrome and this channel acts as a way for him to express himself. Rowan and I speak about some of the moral complexities this brought, and the overall goal of their efforts. Follow their path on:
______________Rowan_____________
Twitter: @RrowanYT @Mmatt
Youtube: @Mmatt
www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ufN12gFRhyVeu6an6Z-Aw
**Thank you so much for listening!!! If you guys catch anything I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
Just Some Thoughts pt. 4
Quick episode for today. It was the first day of classes for our spring semester here at ODU. There are a lot of great things coming up for this year!
**Also, thank you so much for listening!!! If you guys catch anything I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
Off The Muscle (#OTM): Developing Your Brand
Sat down today and got to talk with one of the coolest people I've met on campus here at ODU. We spoke about his clothing line and his music. Find him online anywhere at:
___________Free_Drizzy__________
Instagram: @Free_Drizzy
YouTube: @Free_Drizzy
SoundCloud: @Free_Drizzy
Twitter: @FreeUnderscoree
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Raw_Kale (Co-Host)
Instagram: @raw_k.a.l.e
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Ft. Songs: "Lately" and "Trip"
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**Also, thank you so much for listening!!! If you guys catch anything I may missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
Messing with the Mics
Today, while waiting for a guest to arrive, my sister and I played around on the mic. This episode is NOT edited. I am sure now she is comfortable enough to be my cohost. Find her online at:
Raw-Kale (Co-Host)
Instagram: @raw_k.a.l.e
**Also, thank you so much for listening!!! If you guys catch anything I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
Student Athletes, You Have to Learn to RELAX!
Interviewing a friend from High School! He's got a lot going on now, so it was cool to just introduce him to the show, and you guys. He'll be back in Virginia for a few weeks, so we'll be collaborating some more then! Find him anywhere:
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___________Terrell Camp_____________
Instagram: @_westbrookjr_6
SnapChat: @Champ502
Facebook: Terrell Camp
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**Also, thank you so much for listening!!! If you guys catch anything I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
Bringing Church to the Theater
This is an interview of members of a crew for the short film "Blind". What began as a few emails turned into my longest podcast yet! I hope you all enjoy the energy brought towards our discussion of the film and our guests. Find them anywhere:
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Clifton Williamson Jr. *Actor, Director, Producer, Writer*
Instagram: @pkingdom35 @c_williamsonjr
Email: parablekingdom@gmail.com
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Mayteana Colon *Actor*
Instagram: @queeen_savage
Website: mcolo006.wixsite.com/mayteana
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Caleb Henderson *Actor, Voice Over*
Instagram: @quality.of.l1fe @faith_walkin
Twitter: @faithwalkin_
Website: faith-walking.myshopify.com
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Ebony Love *Actor*
Instagram: @lookiteseb @_eyechoose
Website: soundcloud.com/user-92973068/sets/the-journ-e
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Morris Barco *Actor, Cinematographer*
Instagram: @m.barco__
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**Also, thank you so much for listening!!! If you guys catch anything I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
Just Some Thoughts pt. 3
Topic: The Great Unknown
Just saw the movie Widows and I thought the featured song was impactful and best represented what this movie was about. This episode is just expressing my appreciation towards Sade and this song.
Sade
Twitter: @SadeOfficial
Instagram: @sade
Website: www.sade.com
Sierra
Social Media: @simply_csea
Youtube: TBD
Website: TBD
**Also, thank you so much for listening!!! If you guys catch anything I may have missed editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
Just Some Thoughts pt. 2
Sierra
Social Media: @simply_csea
Youtube: TBD
Website: TBD
**Also, thank you so much for listening!!! If guys catch anything I may have missed in editing or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
Just Some Thoughts pt. 1
Sierra
Social Media: @simply_csea
Youtube: TBD
Website: TBD
**Also, thank you so much for listening!!! If you guys catch anything I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**
Survey says...Go Where the Gigs are!
Today we interview with world traveled musician Lao Tizer!!
I've followed his music for a decade now, beginning back in elementary school. My family was able to go to a local concert of his, and brought a CD home. Years later, I'm scrolling Facebook and see that the band is on tour! I messaged asking when he'd come to the Norfolk area...and he added us to his tour! This interview was the was a great opportunity to get to know him a bit more than through a digital post. Enjoy! Find him anywhere:
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Lao Tizer
Social Media: @laotizer
Website: www.laotizer.com
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Karen Briggs
Social Media: @sisstafiddler
Website: www.karenbriggsviolin.com
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Chieli Minucci
Social Media: @chielimusic
Website: www.chielimusic.com
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.**Also, thank you so much for listening!!! If you guys catch anything I may have missed in editing, or have some suggestions, please feel free to message me on Instagram @simply_csea**