KONTENT QUEENS

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 [https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/ellendurney/kelis-called-out-beyonce-and-pharrell-williams-renaissance], the correct parties would be Pharrel and The Neptunes. CREDITS Kontent Queens is Executive Produced & Directed by Fredia Lucas [https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredialucas/] (_fredialucas [https://www.instagram.com/_fredialucas/]). Mixing & Engineering completed by Eric Aaron [https://www.instagram.com/iamericdizzy/] (iamericdizzy). Original Music "Beach Day in Brooklyn" by Sarah the Illstrumentalist [https://www.instagram.com/sarah2ill/]. JOIN THE KONTENT KINGDOM Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/kontentqueens/?hl=en] @kontentqueens Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsBXmUPRoEBZn7T5GF0gbyg] @TheKontentQueens Twitter [https://mobile.twitter.com/kontentqueens]@KontentQueens CONNECT WITH OUR HOSTS The Notorious Kia [https://www.instagram.com/thenotoriouskia/?hl=en] @thenotoriouskia Vic Styles [https://www.instagram.com/thevicstyles/?hl=en] @thevicstyles SEND US A MESSAGE kontentqueens@gmail.com

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 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredialucas/] (_fredialucas [https://www.instagram.com/_fredialucas/]). Mixing & Engineering completed by Eric Aaron [https://www.instagram.com/iamericdizzy/] (iamericdizzy). Original Music "Beach Day in Brooklyn" by Sarah the Illstrumentalist [https://www.instagram.com/sarah2ill/]. JOIN THE KONTENT KINGDOM Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/kontentqueens/?hl=en] @kontentqueens Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsBXmUPRoEBZn7T5GF0gbyg] @TheKontentQueens Twitter [https://mobile.twitter.com/kontentqueens]@KontentQueens CONNECT WITH OUR HOSTS The Notorious Kia [https://www.instagram.com/thenotoriouskia/?hl=en] @thenotoriouskia Vic Styles [https://www.instagram.com/thevicstyles/?hl=en] @thevicstyles CONNECT WITH CARLOS Carlos D. Harris Jr [https://www.instagram.com/carlosdharrisjr/] @carlosdharrisjr SEND US A MESSAGE kontentqueens@gmail.com

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 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredialucas/] (_fredialucas [https://www.instagram.com/_fredialucas/]). Mixing & Engineering completed by Eric Aaron [https://www.instagram.com/iamericdizzy/] (iamericdizzy). Original Music "Beach Day in Brooklyn" by Sarah the Illstrumentalist [https://www.instagram.com/sarah2ill/]. JOIN THE KONTENT KINGDOM Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/kontentqueens/?hl=en] @kontentqueens Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsBXmUPRoEBZn7T5GF0gbyg] @TheKontentQueens Twitter [https://mobile.twitter.com/kontentqueens]@KontentQueens CONNECT WITH OUR HOSTS The Notorious Kia [https://www.instagram.com/thenotoriouskia/?hl=en] @thenotoriouskia Vic Styles [https://www.instagram.com/thevicstyles/?hl=en] @thevicstyles CONNECT WITH MARISSA Marissa Crespo [https://www.instagram.com/clo_entertainment/] @clo_entertainment MORE ON CRESPO LAW OFFICES https://www.crespolawoffice.net/ SEND US A MESSAGE kontentqueens@gmail.com

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 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredialucas/] (_fredialucas [https://www.instagram.com/_fredialucas/]). Mixing & Engineering completed by Eric Aaron [https://www.instagram.com/iamericdizzy/] (iamericdizzy). Original Music "Beach Day in Brooklyn" by Sarah the Illstrumentalist [https://www.instagram.com/sarah2ill/]. JOIN THE KONTENT KINGDOM Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/kontentqueens/?hl=en] @kontentqueens Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsBXmUPRoEBZn7T5GF0gbyg] @TheKontentQueens Twitter [https://mobile.twitter.com/kontentqueens]@KontentQueens CONNECT WITH OUR HOSTS The Notorious Kia [https://www.instagram.com/thenotoriouskia/?hl=en] @thenotoriouskia Vic Styles [https://www.instagram.com/thevicstyles/?hl=en] @thevicstyles CONNECT WITH SHANNAE Shannae Ingleton Smith [https://www.instagram.com/torontoshay/] @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

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 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredialucas/] (_fredialucas [https://www.instagram.com/_fredialucas/]). Mixing & Engineering completed by Eric Aaron [https://www.instagram.com/iamericdizzy/] (iamericdizzy). Original Music "Beach Day in Brooklyn" by Sarah the Illstrumentalist [https://www.instagram.com/sarah2ill/]. JOIN THE KONTENT KINGDOM Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/kontentqueens/?hl=en] @kontentqueens Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsBXmUPRoEBZn7T5GF0gbyg] @TheKontentQueens Twitter [https://mobile.twitter.com/kontentqueens]@KontentQueens CONNECT WITH OUR HOSTS The Notorious Kia [https://www.instagram.com/thenotoriouskia/?hl=en] @thenotoriouskia Vic Styles [https://www.instagram.com/thevicstyles/?hl=en] @thevicstyles CONNECT WITH SKYLAR Skylar Marshai [https://www.instagram.com/skylarmarshai/] @skylarmarshai SEND US A MESSAGE kontentqueens@gmail.com