22 episodes
KONTENT QUEENS Where Kontent is Queen
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5.0 • 212 Ratings
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Kontent Queens is a weekly conversation about the complexities and nuances of the creator-driven social media economy. The episodic series is hosted by multi-faceted entrepreneurs and industry powerhouses Kia Marie (The Notorious K.I.A) and Vic Styles.
The Kontent Queens platform exists to inform creators, new and old, about the bounty of wealth and growth opportunities in the kontent creation industry and simultaneously share best practices for creators to have longevity in their careers.
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#ForTheKulture
In our season finale, we sit down with our magnificent Kontent Queens to witness the duo do what they do best, intersecting pop culture and social media with a flair and charisma uniquely their own. Kia and Vic discuss new social media apps on the horizon, celebrity turmoil, and creators who’ve experienced recent backlash.
To close out our incredible second season, Kia and Vic reflect on what it has taken to arrive at this momentous occasion—celebrating our decorated alums, the dynamic team behind the production, and the learnings and lessons they’re taking away from the last five months.
It’s been an incredible season, filled with insights, joy, comedy, and self-evolution. Don’t fret. This episode isn’t a goodbye, but a see you later while we sit down somewhere.
See you soon for Season Three.
This is Kontent Queens, where Kontent is Queen.
TIMESTAMPS
(1:50) Episode Begins
(4:05) Royal Mail
(5:50) Royal Tea
(6:10) Gen Z Loves The "BeReal" App
(10:40) Instagram Subscription Program - But Is It Worth It?
(13:50) Instagram Paying Creators to Create Reels
(16:10) Beyonce Brought the Milkshake to the Yard Without Kelis’ Consent
(23:50) Jackie Aina Under Fire After Releasing New Candle Collection
(28:45) Season Reflection, All We’ve Accomplished & What’s to Come
(54:20) Top Notch Guests, ONLY!
(1:03:30) Question of the Week
(1:03:45) Rapid Fire Questions
(1:05:05) Closing Celebration
Disclaimer: At the 18:23 marker we stated that Pharrel and N.E.R.D were responsible for the Beyonce and Kelis controversy. That is INCORRECT. According to Buzzfeed, the correct parties would be Pharrel and The Neptunes.
CREDITS
Kontent Queens is Executive Produced & Directed by Fredia Lucas (_fredialucas).
Mixing & Engineering completed by Eric Aaron (iamericdizzy).
Original Music "Beach Day in Brooklyn" by Sarah the Illstrumentalist.
JOIN THE KONTENT KINGDOM
Instagram @kontentqueens
Youtube @TheKontentQueens
Twitter @KontentQueens
CONNECT WITH OUR HOSTS
The Notorious Kia @thenotoriouskia
Vic Styles @thevicstyles
SEND US A MESSAGE
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#HustleAndMotivate
If you’re an admirer of the increase in Black men embracing new sides of their masculinity online, from deep cleaning their homes to booking manicures and practicing yoga, you’ve probably familiar with the eye-catching content of Carlos D. Harris Jr.
On top of amassing a following of over 600K on Instagram, Carlos is also the C.E.O. of Harris Marketing & Media Group. A full-scale digital marketing agency. Carlos is also the Founder of N.E.P. STUDIOS, a Dallas-based photography studio and coworking space empowering creatives to reach new heights and expand their talents.
As a creator, Carlos has experienced tremendous growth through his combination of charm, inspiration, and pure hustle, showcasing the behind-the-scenes of his everyday life.
This is Kontent Queens, where Kontent is Queen.
TIMESTAMPS
(1:50) Episode Begins
(15:04) Interview with Carlos D. Harris Jr.
CREDITS
Kontent Queens is Executive Produced & Directed by Fredia Lucas (_fredialucas).
Mixing & Engineering completed by Eric Aaron (iamericdizzy).
Original Music "Beach Day in Brooklyn" by Sarah the Illstrumentalist.
JOIN THE KONTENT KINGDOM
Instagram @kontentqueens
Youtube @TheKontentQueens
Twitter @KontentQueens
CONNECT WITH OUR HOSTS
The Notorious Kia @thenotoriouskia
Vic Styles @thevicstyles
CONNECT WITH CARLOS
Carlos D. Harris Jr @carlosdharrisjr
SEND US A MESSAGE
kontentqueens@gmail.com -
#ReadYourContracts
The world of content creation is filled with legalese, from contracts to copyrights to everything in between, and if you’re trying to make money in this business, you need to speak the language or know someone who does. Lucky for you, the Kontent Queens sat down with an expert attorney for the legal consultation you’ve been meaning to have but haven’t gotten around to.
In this week’s episode, we speak with entertainment and intellectual property business Attorney Marissa Crespo. In the entertainment industry, Marissa has been involved in deals for television shows on major networks such as NBC, VH1, Bravo, and WE tv, including such shows as Love and Hip-Hop and the Real Housewives franchises.
As the principal of Crespo Law Office, P.C., Marissa represents entertainment content creators in complex commercial deals and entertainment transactions.
This is Kontent Queens, where Kontent is Queen.
TIMESTAMPS
(1:50) Episode Begins
(6:45) Interview with Marissa Crespo
(1:48:25) Hashtag of the Week
(1:54:28) Closing Credits
CREDITS
Kontent Queens is Executive Produced & Directed by Fredia Lucas (_fredialucas).
Mixing & Engineering completed by Eric Aaron (iamericdizzy).
Original Music "Beach Day in Brooklyn" by Sarah the Illstrumentalist.
JOIN THE KONTENT KINGDOM
Instagram @kontentqueens
Youtube @TheKontentQueens
Twitter @KontentQueens
CONNECT WITH OUR HOSTS
The Notorious Kia @thenotoriouskia
Vic Styles @thevicstyles
CONNECT WITH MARISSA
Marissa Crespo @clo_entertainment
MORE ON CRESPO LAW OFFICES
https://www.crespolawoffice.net/
SEND US A MESSAGE
kontentqueens@gmail.com -
#ShowMeTheMoney
As the Creator economy continues to expand, so must our methods of decorum both as brands and influencers. But what does that look like? In this week’s episode, we sit down with Shannae Ingleton Smith, Co-Founder & Head of Influencer Talent and Business Development at Kensington Grey Agency Inc.
The conversation is a deep dive into professionalism within the creator economy, what creators can do to be taken seriously, how brands can foster stronger relationships with creators, and how both sides can work to demolish the influencer pay gap.
This is Kontent Queens, where Kontent is Queen.
TIMESTAMPS
(1:50) Episode Begins
(8:00) Royal Mail
(22:00) Royal-TEA
(27:45) Interview with Shannae Ingleton Smith
(1:28:30) Kontent Challenge
(1:28:45) Hashtag of the Week
(1:30:05) Follow of the Week
(1:31:35) Closing Credits
CREDITS
Kontent Queens is Executive Produced & Directed by Fredia Lucas (_fredialucas).
Mixing & Engineering completed by Eric Aaron (iamericdizzy).
Original Music "Beach Day in Brooklyn" by Sarah the Illstrumentalist.
JOIN THE KONTENT KINGDOM
Instagram @kontentqueens
Youtube @TheKontentQueens
Twitter @KontentQueens
CONNECT WITH OUR HOSTS
The Notorious Kia @thenotoriouskia
Vic Styles @thevicstyles
CONNECT WITH SHANNAE
Shannae Ingleton Smith @torontoshay
LEARN MORE ABOUT KENSINGTON GREY
https://www.kensingtongrey.co/
APPLY TO THE GLOW UP
https://m.facebook.com/groups/727943450739279/
SEND US A MESSAGE
kontentqueens@gmail.com -
#CreateSustainably
So a brand has approached you to make content on their behalf, but you’re trying to decipher how to fulfill the brief while being true to yourself. As a content creator, you may ask yourself, how do I create content for clients that fit their needs but maintain my aesthetic?
Insert creative strategist and content creator extraordinaire Skylar Marshai. If we’re talking about creating captivating content that evokes emotion and tells a story, we have to talk about Skylar Marshai. In this week’s conversation, we sit down with the woman who puts the “mood” in mood board and discuss the behind-the-scenes effort required to make her work online look so effortless. According to Skylar, the key to her success is rooted in the idea that less is more.
This is Kontent Queens, where Kontent is Queen.
TIMESTAMPS
(1:50) Episode Begins
(3:50) Interview with Skylar Marshai
(1:33:00) Kontent Challenge
(1:34:03) Question of the Week
(1:35:55) Hashtag of the Week
(1:38:17) Closing Credits
CREDITS
Kontent Queens is Executive Produced & Directed by Fredia Lucas (_fredialucas).
Mixing & Engineering completed by Eric Aaron (iamericdizzy).
Original Music "Beach Day in Brooklyn" by Sarah the Illstrumentalist.
JOIN THE KONTENT KINGDOM
Instagram @kontentqueens
Youtube @TheKontentQueens
Twitter @KontentQueens
CONNECT WITH OUR HOSTS
The Notorious Kia @thenotoriouskia
Vic Styles @thevicstyles
CONNECT WITH SKYLAR
Skylar Marshai @skylarmarshai
SEND US A MESSAGE
kontentqueens@gmail.com -
#LiveOffline
The idea of your content competing amongst the millions of people on Instagram can feel like a daunting task. You may ask yourself, “How can I gain notoriety in my niche? How can brands discover me?” Interestingly, the key to thriving online might be spending more time living and creating offline.
In this week’s episode, we sit down with Besidone Amoruwa, an Instagram Executive in Instagram’s Innovative Partnerships Department, and the Black woman responsible for spotlighting Black beauty creators to gain heightened visibility on the platform. Our conversation is an in-depth examination of how to maximize trends online, utilize creator tools to grow your following, and how to set yourself apart and find success on both a micro and macro level.
This is Kontent Queens, where Kontent is Queen.
TIMESTAMPS
(1:50) Episode Begins
(7:40) Polls of The Week
(9:00) Royal-TEA
(25:44) Interview with Besidone Amoruwa
(1:42:28) Question of the Week
(1:43:19) Kontent Challenge
(1:43:44) Hashtag of the Week
(1:44:20) Follow of the Week
(1:47:43) Closing Credits
CREDITS
Kontent Queens is Executive Produced & Directed by Fredia Lucas (_fredialucas).
Mixing & Engineering completed by Eric Aaron (iamericdizzy).
Original Music "Beach Day in Brooklyn" by Sarah the Illstrumentalist.
JOIN THE KONTENT KINGDOM
Instagram @kontentqueens
Youtube @TheKontentQueens
Twitter @KontentQueens
CONNECT WITH OUR HOSTS
The Notorious Kia @thenotoriouskia
Vic Styles @thevicstyles
CONNECT WITH BESIDONE
Besidone Amoruwa @besidone
SEND US A MESSAGE
kontentqueens@gmail.com
Customer Reviews
I love you guys!!
So inspiring! Yo Kia, I’ve followed you forever. Honestly such a huge influence on my style. You were probably the first person I subscribed to on YouTube when I was high school. You taught me how to love my hair and thrifting+reworking. To the point I literally starting a business doing it (@badjoycustoms).
Vic, before this show I didn’t know you but after I’m like: WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN ALL MY LIFE?! I love your style and the clean beauty aspect inspires me sooooo much. You guys together is my new favorite podcast. I live for it and I hearing you guys make your dreams reality.
I’m from The 757 VA and my influencer page is @sharaslays… I love this field and really wanna help local businesses and creatives collaborate and grow. I’d love for your support if not now, see you at the top🫶🏽
THE GEMS ARE CRAZY! ⭐️
As a black microinfluencer and “creative professional” (love that title lol) this podcast has helped me so much with my journey when it comes to how I view myself as a business and creative. They are so real, always give great tips, have the most amazing guests that have allowed me to level up my content, create sustainably (which I love) and work with different brands. I am so grateful this podcast exists. Thank you Kontent Queens and I can’t wait for season 3! ☆
A gem
I’m not a content creator but I tune in faithfully. Kia and Vic have such a calm and genuine energy. Not only do they bring a little peace to my day, they also teach me things about being a creative that I can pass on to friends that could benefit. Thanks for being authentic and intentional Queens.