For Good

Joseph "JoJo" Simmons
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What if healing yourself was the first step to changing the world? This is a space for grounded, soul-level conversations about mental health, emotional intelligence, personal growth, and what it means to live with intention. Here, healing isn't a trend, it's a lifelong commitment. Through vulnerable storytelling and honest reflection, For Good helps us reconnect with purpose, reimagine legacy, and choose growth — for ourselves, our families, and our communities. At the heart of it all is Joseph "JoJo" Simmons, the son of hip hop royalty, Rev Run of Run DMC, and a multi-faceted entertainer, entrepreneur, husband, father, and mental health advocate. From MTV's Run's House to Growing Up Hip Hop, JoJo's journey has been public but his evolution has been deeply personal. After facing public scrutiny in his teens, JoJo took a step back from the spotlight to prioritize his mental health. He reemerged as an advocate, determined to use his platform for good. In 2023, he received the Phoenix Arising Award from the Black Mental Health Alliance, honoring his commitment to wellness and emotional literacy in the Black community. JoJo brings a rare mix of humility, humor, and heart to every episode. Whether he's speaking solo or sitting with a guest, he creates space for listeners to reflect, reset, and rise together. Expect episodes that explore the power of emotional intelligence in real life, mental health beyond buzzwords — especially for Black men and fathers, breaking generational cycles through inner work and intention, and what legacy looks like when it's built on love, not ego. You'll also hear honest, unfiltered stories that inspire growth, healing, and a deeper connection to purpose. Notable guests include: Dr. Cheyenne Bryant: Life coach and psychology expert dropping truth bombs on relationships and accountability Lil Eazy-E: Reflecting on his father's legacy and the controversy surrounding his death Trell the Trainer: From prison to purpose: using fitness and emotional vulnerability to help Black men heal Vanessa Simmons: On protecting her personal life while growing up in a public family Steve Lobel: Behind the music industry grind: on hip-hop success, grief, and staying grounded Corvain Cooper: From life in prison to presidential pardon: a story of transformation, justice, and second chances Jesce Horton: Building one of the most respected Black-owned cannabis brands with Carmelo Anthony For Good is a production of 3isFor, a values-driven creative studio founded by childhood friends JoJo Simmons, Kris Karl, and David Dow. The three co-founders come from vastly different backgrounds — hip hop royalty, regenerative farming, and media production — but their values are the same. Together, they build with purpose, tell stories that matter, and champion regenerative business as a model for healing industries, communities, and the planet. Listen if you care about: - Growing from the inside out - Breaking cycles and redefining what success looks like - Building legacy with intention, presence, and purpose - Using your voice and story to create real, lasting impact New episodes every Tuesday. Follow @forgoodpodcast on Instagram for behind-the-scenes moments, live convos, and episode drops. Be for growth. Be for healing. Be For Good.

  1. Just JoJo Holiday Edition: Gratitude Beyond Gifts

    12/23/2025 · VIDEO

    Just JoJo Holiday Edition: Gratitude Beyond Gifts

    In this solo episode of the For Good Podcast, Joseph "JoJo" Simmons reflects on gratitude as more than a holiday tradition — but a daily practice that reshapes how we move through stress, pressure, and life itself. From slowing down to appreciating the small wins, JoJo shares why gratitude has become one of his most important tools for mental clarity, peace, and growth. In this special solo episode of the For Good Podcast, Joseph "JoJo" Simmons takes a moment to slow things down and speak directly to the listener about gratitude — not as something tied to gifts, success, or milestones, but as a mindset that changes how we experience life. JoJo reflects on a realization that stopped him in his tracks: how much stress quietly shapes our health, our decisions, and our sense of peace. From that moment, he began shifting his focus toward gratitude — especially for the small, often overlooked things we tend to take for granted. Throughout the episode, JoJo shares honest thoughts on moving at your own pace, resisting comparison, and understanding that your journey doesn't need to match anyone else's timeline. He emphasizes the importance of honoring small steps, trusting the process, and recognizing that consistency — not speed — leads to real growth. This episode touches on: Why stress can quietly run our lives if we let it Learning to move at your own pace without comparison Practicing gratitude for the small, everyday wins How slowing down can create clarity and peace Why small steps often lead to the biggest breakthroughs Rooted in reflection and intention, this episode is a reminder that gratitude isn't just something we practice during the holidays — it's something that can ground us, protect our mental health, and reshape how we show up every day. 🔌 Subscribe to the For Good Podcast on TikTok, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere you listen.

    32 min
  2. For Good Reflections: How We Protect Our Peace

    12/09/2025

    For Good Reflections: How We Protect Our Peace

    From grief and growth to balance and burnout — every guest we've had on The For Good Podcast has shared one common truth: healing starts from within. In this special "For Good Reflections" episode, Joseph "JoJo" Simmons brings together powerful moments from past conversations, featuring guests opening up about how they care for their mental health, protect their peace, and stay grounded when life gets heavy. You'll hear wisdom from voices like Dreka Gates, Vanessa Simmons, Angela Simmons, Lil Eazy E, Corvain Cooper, and more — each revealing their personal tools for healing, reflection, and self-preservation. Whether it's therapy, faith, fitness, mindfulness, or simply slowing down, these stories remind us that mental health isn't just maintenance — it's movement. It's how we stay aligned with our purpose, break cycles, and live For Good.   In this For Good Reflections episode, JoJo Simmons revisits powerful moments from past guests as they open up about how they care for their mental health, protect their peace, and find balance in the middle of life's chaos. From therapy and faith to fitness and mindfulness, these reflections reveal what healing really looks like behind the scenes — unfiltered, honest, and deeply human. Because taking care of yourself isn't selfish — it's For Good.    In this episode, we reflect on: The daily practices that protect our peace and mental clarity How therapy, faith, and fitness help us stay grounded The importance of slowing down and creating boundaries What healing looks like when life gets heavy Why mental health is more than maintenance — it's movement

    19 min

  3. 12/02/2025 · VIDEO

    Psychedelics, Spirituality & Healing Trauma: Madison Margolin Gets Real

    How are psychedelics reshaping mental health, spirituality, and healing? Journalist and author Madison Margolin joins Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the For Good Podcast to explore the intersection of plant medicine, faith, and emotional wellness. She opens up about growing up between traditional Judaism and counterculture, how psychedelics helped her understand her inner world, and why healing often feels messy, sacred, and nonlinear. Madison Margolin is a journalist, author, and spiritual storyteller who has spent years exploring the intersection of psychedelics, Judaism, and healing. She joins Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the For Good Podcast for an eye-opening conversation about how plant medicine can open doors to self-awareness, emotional growth, and spiritual connection. Madison shares how being raised between traditional Jewish practice and the counterculture movement shaped the way she sees the world. She breaks down the role psychedelics can play in confronting trauma, understanding your inner child, and reconnecting with a deeper sense of purpose. JoJo and Madison also discuss her personal practices — from meditation to prayer to psychedelic exploration — and how these tools can support mental health when approached with intention. She explains why healing doesn't always look peaceful, how spirituality has guided her through difficult seasons, and what most people misunderstand about psychedelics today. Together, they dive into: How psychedelics can support trauma healing and emotional clarity The connection between Judaism, mysticism, and plant medicine What it really means to integrate spiritual experiences into everyday life Why intention, guidance, and mental preparation matter in any healing journey How storytelling can help destigmatize conversations around mental health and psychedelics 🔌 Subscribe to the For Good Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen.

    48 min
  4. Becoming McKenzi Brooke: Growing Up Online, Finding Her Voice & Turning Pressure Into Purpose

    11/25/2025

    Becoming McKenzi Brooke: Growing Up Online, Finding Her Voice & Turning Pressure Into Purpose

    McKenzi Brooke has spent most of her life in front of a camera — but who is she outside the viral videos? The TikTok star, dancer, actor, and storyteller joins Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the For Good Podcast to talk about growing up online, separating her real identity from her internet persona, navigating pressure at a young age, and turning criticism into fuel. From her close bond with her family to the creative honesty behind her music, McKenzi opens up about the parts of her life people don't see — and what it really means to stay grounded when millions are watching. McKenzi Brooke is one of TikTok's biggest breakout creators — a dancer, actor, musician, and storyteller who built a massive following by being relatable, creative, and unapologetically herself. But behind the viral moments is someone who has been performing since childhood, learning how to grow up while the internet watched. In this episode of the For Good Podcast, Joseph "JoJo" Simmons sits down with McKenzi for a raw, thoughtful conversation about identity, pressure, confidence, and the power of knowing who you are beyond the screen. McKenzi opens up about what it's really like to grow up in the public eye, how she separates her real personality from the one people assume she has online, and why she still considers herself "just a normal girl with weird quirks" despite millions of fans.  They go deep into: Growing up online and learning to stay authentic while the world watches Finding her voice beyond dance — from acting to storytelling to writing music Using heartbreak and friendships as creative fuel in her songwriting (yes… she thanks her exes for the inspiration)  The support system that keeps her grounded — especially her brother and her mom  How to handle comparison, hate, and pressure as a young creator ("Haterade is Powerade" might be the best quote of the episode)  Why being underestimated became her superpower McKenzi also shares the moment she was invited to the United Nations for women's empowerment — and what it felt like to be the youngest person in the room.  This episode is a reminder that the internet doesn't always show the full story — and that staying grounded starts with knowing yourself first. Subscribe to the For Good Podcast on TikTok, Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you listen.

    1h 2m
  5. Grief, Truth & Becoming a Better Man: John DeDakis Opens Up

    11/18/2025

    Grief, Truth & Becoming a Better Man: John DeDakis Opens Up

    What happens when a lifetime journalist turns the camera inward? Award-winning CNN editor and author John DeDakis joins Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the For Good Podcast to talk about truth, grief, mental health, and the painful losses that shaped him as a man, husband, and writer. He opens up about losing his sister and son, why men need to cry more, and how storytelling became his path toward healing. John DeDakis spent decades shaping the news at CNN — but the stories that shaped him were the ones rooted in personal loss, truth, and resilience. The award-winning journalist, novelist, and writing coach sits down with Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the For Good Podcast for one of the most heartfelt, emotionally open conversations of the season. John opens up about losing both his sister and his youngest son, how grief never truly ends, and why he believes men must learn to feel instead of suppress. He and JoJo dive into how journaling, mindfulness, and honest emotional expression saved him from breaking — and how those same tools can help others heal, too. They explore: What CNN's fast-paced newsroom taught him about truth, storytelling, and integrity How grief changes a man, a marriage, and the way you show up in the world Why tears are necessary, not weak — and how "your tears become bullets" when you hold them in The evolution of journalism, misinformation, and the responsibility of telling real, human stories How he used fiction to process pain and why writing from a woman's perspective changed his life The sixth stage of grief — and how finding meaning rebuilt his purpose In one of the most powerful moments of the episode, John shares that the proudest accomplishment of his entire career isn't CNN, his books, or the awards — it's the choice to fight for his marriage after losing his son. A raw, honest, deeply human conversation about love, loss, truth, and living "for good." 🔌 Subscribe to the For Good Podcast on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts.

    42 min
  6. Dreka Gates: 60 Acres, a 7-Figure Wellness Empire, and the Moment She Reclaimed Her Power

    11/04/2025

    Dreka Gates: 60 Acres, a 7-Figure Wellness Empire, and the Moment She Reclaimed Her Power

    Dreka Gates didn't set out to build a wellness empire — it found her. When COVID forced her into isolation on 60 acres of Mississippi land, just miles from where her great-grandmother once farmed, everything shifted. One day, while working the soil, she fell to her knees in tears — not because she bought the land, but because she realized: "This really belongs to me." In this powerful conversation at Black Week, Dreka sits down with Joseph "JoJo" Simmons to share how she transformed her healing journey into a seven-figure empire — from Love's Harvest, her cannabis company, and the first Black woman-owned dispensary in Mississippi (built with a $2 million investment into a 100-year-old building), to Dreka Rose emotional wellness eyewear, a 60-acre regenerative farm, and even an AI avatar that connects with people one-on-one. But this episode isn't just about success — it's about the spiritual, emotional, and mental work it takes to sustain it all. Dreka opens up about the practices that keep her grounded, from burning negative energy each morning to breaking generational cycles while building generational wealth. What You'll Hear: Why self-mastery is the foundation of every business move she makes The $2M lesson she learned investing in experience, not just space Why cannabis could've been a trillion-dollar industry for Black and Brown communities The "sandwich method" she uses for tough negotiations — firm, but rooted in love How she uses AI and gaming to meet people where they are Why she left the church at 13 to find her own spiritual path Her healing journey to the Amazon jungle with shamans What she'd tell her 13-year-old self who bet on herself before she had proof This is a story of alignment, ownership, and audacity — and what it means to truly build For Good. 🔌 Subscribe to the For Good Podcast on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts.

    36 min

  7. 10/28/2025 · VIDEO

    When the Story Becomes Personal: Kathy Iandoli on Co-Writing with Gucci Mane and Finding Growth Through Grief

    What really goes into writing the stories that define hip hop? Journalist, author, and NYU professor Kathy Iandoli joins Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the For Good Podcast to talk about her new book The Diary of a Recovering Madman with Gucci Mane, the pressure of documenting cultural icons, and how storytelling can save lives. She opens up about vulnerability in hip hop, the role of mental health in the industry, and what it means to find purpose through pain. Kathy Iandoli has spent nearly three decades shaping how the world sees hip hop — from writing God Save the Queens and Baby Girl: Better Known as Aaliyah to co-authoring Episodes: The Diary of a Recovering Madman with Gucci Mane. But behind the bylines and book deals is a story about healing, resilience, and the power of truth. In this episode of the For Good Podcast, Kathy sits down with Joseph "JoJo" Simmons to talk about the emotional weight of telling other people's stories, the responsibility that comes with documenting hip hop's biggest voices, and how vulnerability has redefined her career. She opens up about her own journey through grief and burnout, what it means to evolve alongside the culture, and why storytelling is a form of therapy — not just for artists, but for the writer too. They dive into: The making of The Diary of a Recovering Madman with Gucci Mane The intersection of mental health and hip hop culture How Kathy's writing helped her process personal loss and identity What the next generation of storytellers can learn about truth, empathy, and legacy 🔌 Subscribe to the For Good Podcast on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts.

    45 min
  8. From Broken to Whole: Alechia Reese's Transformation from Domestic Violence to Divine Purpose

    10/21/2025 · VIDEO

    From Broken to Whole: Alechia Reese's Transformation from Domestic Violence to Divine Purpose

    Transformation coach and author Alechia Reese joins Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the for good podcast to share how she went from surviving domestic violence and suicidal thoughts to discovering her purpose — helping others create lives that not only look good, but feel good. On the outside, Alechia Reese had everything — a successful career, a beautiful home, and a loving family. But behind the image of success, she was silently struggling, planning to take her own life. What happened next changed everything. Alechia joins Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the for good podcast to talk about how hitting rock bottom led her to find her purpose, heal from abuse, and rebuild her life with intention. Now a transformation coach, author, and host of the Triggered AF and Got Value podcasts, Alechia helps people align their success with fulfillment — proving that no matter what you've been through, you still got value. In this powerful conversation, they dive into: The moment that saved her life and redefined her purpose Surviving and breaking free from domestic violence How low self-worth keeps people trapped in painful cycles The power of intention and emotional healing Why effort, readiness, and self-truth are key to transformation "Everything that glitters isn't gold — and sometimes the 'no' you fear is the 'yes' you need." Subscribe to the for good podcast on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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What if healing yourself was the first step to changing the world? This is a space for grounded, soul-level conversations about mental health, emotional intelligence, personal growth, and what it means to live with intention. Here, healing isn't a trend, it's a lifelong commitment. Through vulnerable storytelling and honest reflection, For Good helps us reconnect with purpose, reimagine legacy, and choose growth — for ourselves, our families, and our communities. At the heart of it all is Joseph "JoJo" Simmons, the son of hip hop royalty, Rev Run of Run DMC, and a multi-faceted entertainer, entrepreneur, husband, father, and mental health advocate. From MTV's Run's House to Growing Up Hip Hop, JoJo's journey has been public but his evolution has been deeply personal. After facing public scrutiny in his teens, JoJo took a step back from the spotlight to prioritize his mental health. He reemerged as an advocate, determined to use his platform for good. In 2023, he received the Phoenix Arising Award from the Black Mental Health Alliance, honoring his commitment to wellness and emotional literacy in the Black community. JoJo brings a rare mix of humility, humor, and heart to every episode. Whether he's speaking solo or sitting with a guest, he creates space for listeners to reflect, reset, and rise together. Expect episodes that explore the power of emotional intelligence in real life, mental health beyond buzzwords — especially for Black men and fathers, breaking generational cycles through inner work and intention, and what legacy looks like when it's built on love, not ego. You'll also hear honest, unfiltered stories that inspire growth, healing, and a deeper connection to purpose. Notable guests include: Dr. Cheyenne Bryant: Life coach and psychology expert dropping truth bombs on relationships and accountability Lil Eazy-E: Reflecting on his father's legacy and the controversy surrounding his death Trell the Trainer: From prison to purpose: using fitness and emotional vulnerability to help Black men heal Vanessa Simmons: On protecting her personal life while growing up in a public family Steve Lobel: Behind the music industry grind: on hip-hop success, grief, and staying grounded Corvain Cooper: From life in prison to presidential pardon: a story of transformation, justice, and second chances Jesce Horton: Building one of the most respected Black-owned cannabis brands with Carmelo Anthony For Good is a production of 3isFor, a values-driven creative studio founded by childhood friends JoJo Simmons, Kris Karl, and David Dow. The three co-founders come from vastly different backgrounds — hip hop royalty, regenerative farming, and media production — but their values are the same. Together, they build with purpose, tell stories that matter, and champion regenerative business as a model for healing industries, communities, and the planet. Listen if you care about: - Growing from the inside out - Breaking cycles and redefining what success looks like - Building legacy with intention, presence, and purpose - Using your voice and story to create real, lasting impact New episodes every Tuesday. Follow @forgoodpodcast on Instagram for behind-the-scenes moments, live convos, and episode drops. Be for growth. Be for healing. Be For Good.

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  • Creator
    Joseph "JoJo" Simmons
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025
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    For Good

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