This week on Let’s Try This Again, I’m your host B Simone, and I sit down with the unfiltered, hilarious, and deeply resilient Tacarra Williams. This episode is all about finding your way through public scrutiny, heartbreak, single motherhood, and reclaiming your joy—one imperfect, courageous step at a time. We talk honestly about what it feels like when your personal pain becomes public fodder, and how Tacarra had to fight for her peace after losing her ex-husband, facing judgment, and raising ...
Jul 21, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 68
Welcome back to Let’s Try This Again—I’m your host, B Simone, and this episode is one of the most honest, vulnerable, and spiritually charged conversations I’ve ever had. I’m joined by the incredible Mignon, actress, creative, and all-around powerhouse, as we get real about the journey to self-acceptance, the weight of spiritual warfare, and how success often looks nothing like what we imagined. We open up about body image struggles, generational trauma, and the pressure of living up to expectat...
Jul 14, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 67
Welcome back to Let’s Try This Again—I’m your host, B Simone, and this episode is all about stepping into your power, embracing honesty, and learning how to love yourself (and others) with intention. I’m joined by the brilliant Shan, a certified sexologist and relationship expert, and together we get real about confidence, self-discovery, and what it actually takes to build a life—and love—that feels authentic and fulfilling. We dive into the behind-the-scenes of my BET Awards look, but more imp...
Jul 07, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 66
Welcome back to Let’s Try This Again—I’m your host, B Simone, and this episode is extra special because I’m sitting down with my longtime friend and OG in the hair and beauty game, Khat. We get real about what it means to evolve, shed old skins, and keep growing—even when it feels like the world is changing around you. I open up about how my own journey of trying again—whether it’s starting a new podcast season or pivoting in business—has really been about listening to that inner voice that says...
Jun 30, 2025•51 min•Ep. 65
Welcome back to Let’s Try This Again—I’m your host, B Simone, and this episode is extra special because I’m sitting down with my longtime friend and behind-the-scenes powerhouse, Jazmin. If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to build a brand, keep a business afloat, and find the right team, this conversation is for you. We get real about our journey together—from building websites before B Simone Beauty was even a thing, to weathering the storm of losing team members and starting over fro...
Jun 23, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 64
Welcome back to Let’s Try This Again—I’m your host, B Simone, and this episode is straight from the heart, recorded right after the BET Awards in LA, while I’m still in my event outfit, unwinding on the couch with my best friend, Shekinah. I open up about what it means to be in a season of real confidence—not just “faking it till you make it,” but truly feeling bold and secure in who I am. I share how, on the red carpet, I looked every interviewer in the eye and spoke my truth without hesitation...
Jun 16, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 63
Welcome back to Let’s Try This Again—I’m your host, B Simone, and in this episode, I’m sitting down with one of my favorite people, a relationship coach and magnetic matchmaker, Spicy Mari, who’s been a constant source of support and inspiration in my life. We get real about what it means to juggle motherhood, marriage, and entrepreneurship, especially when your world gets turned upside down by a new baby. Spicy Mari, who is a mom to a three-year-old, opens up about the beautiful chaos of toddle...
Jun 09, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 62
This week on Let’s Try This Again, I’m your host B Simone, and I’m joined by the legendary content creator and entrepreneur DeStorm Power. We get real about what it means to build something from the ground up, fight for your creative vision, and keep going even when the world doesn’t see the work behind the scenes. DeStorm opens up about his journey from singing in Baltimore R&B groups and running track, to becoming one of the first viral internet stars—before “influencer” was even a word. W...
Jun 02, 2025•47 min•Ep. 61
This week on Let’s Try This Again, I’m your host B Simone, and I’m sitting down with the hilarious and inspiring Zainab Johnson. From the moment I discovered Zainab on social media—rocking her Bantu knots and dropping truth with every punchline—I knew I had to have her on the show. In this episode, we get real about what it’s like to break into stand-up comedy as a Black Muslim woman, and how sometimes the things that make us different become our superpowers. Zainab shares how she never saw wome...
May 26, 2025•58 min•Ep. 60
This week on Let’s Try This Again, I sit down with the multi-talented artist Vic Mensa for a raw, honest conversation about sobriety, healing, and what it really takes to break free from addiction. I open up about my own struggles with food addiction, and Vic shares his journey of letting go of drugs, alcohol, and even unhealthy relationships with sex-getting real about the moments that forced him to change. He talks about the night he crashed his car while drunk and high on Molly, and how that ...
May 19, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 59
This week on Let’s Try This Again, I’m your host B Simone, and I’m joined by my girl Jamie, a life coach who specializes in manifesting and mindset. In this episode, we get real about what it actually takes to manifest the life you want-whether it’s more money, a thriving business, or deep, meaningful relationships. Jamie breaks down her step-by-step approach to manifestation, starting with the most important question: What do you truly want? So many of us don’t even let ourselves dream big, or ...
May 12, 2025•53 min•Ep. 58
Hey y'all! Welcome back to another episode of Let's Try This Again, I'm your host B Simone! This week, get ready for a powerful conversation with my special guest Teresa Celeste. We might even call ourselves the LTT Ayers now, thanks to Tyler! We talk about Teresa's first big break, God's timing, seeking Jesus, fasting and honestly, God really took the wheel on this one. There were so many other things I wanted to chat about, but the direction we went? Absolutely perfect. I'm so excited for you ...
May 05, 2025•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 57
This week on Let’s Try This Again, I’m your host B Simone, and I’m joined by the incredible Dr. Anita Phillips-a trauma therapist, powerhouse speaker, and someone whose wisdom has truly changed my life. In this episode, we get real about what healing actually looks like, and why forgiveness and healing are two separate journeys. I open up about my own process: how forgiving someone doesn’t mean the pain is instantly gone-just like if someone broke your leg, you could forgive them right away, but...
Apr 28, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 56
This episode of Let’s Try This Again is one of the most powerful and personal conversations I’ve ever had. I’m your host, B Simone, and today I sit down with Kevin—a filmmaker, producer, author, and mental health advocate whose story is nothing short of a miracle. We talk about the realities of suicide, mental health struggles, and the unseen emotional weight so many of us carry. Kevin opens up about living with bipolar disorder and the darkness he’s battled—including the day he attempted to end...
Apr 21, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 55
Welcome to the Let’s Try This Again podcast! I’m your host, B Simone, and in this episode, we’re diving deep into a topic that has transformed my life: Isolation vs. Solitude. This conversation is personal, relatable, and packed with lessons that will help you reflect on your own journey and move forward with intention. I share my experience of navigating a season of solitude—a time of intentional alone moments that have brought incredible growth, clarity, and healing. Solitude has taught me to ...
Apr 14, 2025•49 min•Ep. 54
Welcome to the Let's Try This Again podcast! I’m your host, B Simone, and this episode is extra special because we’re celebrating one year of podcasting—yes, a whole year of pressing forward, overcoming fear, and giving God our yes . In this episode, I share my personal journey of starting this podcast, how it came to life during a season of uncertainty, and the lessons I learned about faith, fear, and obedience. Let me take you back to the moment when God dropped the name "Let's Try This Again"...
Apr 07, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 53
Hey, y’all! It’s your girl B. Simone, and welcome back to Let’s Try This Again ! This week, I’m joined by someone super special—my brother and partner-in-crime from my 2024 stand-up tour, Brandon Lewis, aka B-Lew. Together, we dive into a raw and heartfelt conversation about growth, grief, and the power of isolation in self-discovery. We talk about everything—from how we first met back in 2016 (remember that cringy boxing video shoot?) to how we reconnected almost a decade later during one of th...
Mar 31, 2025•49 min•Ep. 52
Hey you guys! It's your girl, B Simone, and welcome back to another episode of the 'Let's Try This Again' podcast! In this episode, we are diving deep into something that hit me like never before — an identity crisis. Now, if you know me, you know I have always loved my skin, my curls, my melanin, my juicy lips, and everything about being a Black woman. But recently, I found myself questioning it all, and I need to share this journey with you. It all started with a conversation my girl Connor ha...
Mar 24, 2025•33 min•Ep. 51
What’s up, y’all! It’s your girl B. Simone , and today’s episode is straight-up hilarious, insightful, and full of real talk. I’m sitting down with my brother, comedian, and writer Tyler Chronicles , and trust me—you don’t want to miss this one! We dive into comedy, career struggles, and relationships , and Tyler keeps it all the way real about what it takes to build a life you love, even when success doesn’t look how you imagined. From opening for legends like T.I. to navigating the ups and dow...
Mar 17, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 50
What’s up, you guys! It’s your girl B. Simone , and today we’re talking about something that’s been heavy on my heart— answering the call, stepping into obedience, and MOVING when God tells you to. A few months ago, God placed it on my spirit to serve , and I had no idea what that meant. But when I visited my father’s church in Columbus, Ohio , it all made sense. This episode is all about how I stepped into my purpose, led a powerful women’s event, and witnessed healing in ways I couldn’t have i...
Mar 10, 2025•39 min•Ep. 49
What’s up, you guys! It’s your girl B. Simone , and this episode is nothing short of wild ! My bestie Candice is back, but this time she brought her husband, Omar , and whew—y’all, we get real . We talk love, marriage, and what it takes to build a solid foundation , but let’s be clear—this ain’t no fairy tale. Their wedding day? A complete disaster. We’re talking family emergencies, throwing up on the boat, a hurricane in L.A. (yes, really), and running out of gas on the freeway. I couldn’t make...
Mar 03, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 48
What’s up, you guys! It’s your girl, B. Simone, and this episode of Let’s Try This Again is one for the books. If you’ve ever struggled with self-worth, discipline, or letting go of toxic patterns, this conversation is for YOU. I had the absolute honor of sitting down with the phenomenal Dr. Thema Bryant, a trauma psychologist and survivor who is out here changing lives. We got REAL about everything—how vulnerability is a superpower, why self-forgiveness is just as important as forgiving others,...
Feb 24, 2025•59 min•Ep. 47
What’s up, you guys! It’s your girl B. Simone, and today’s episode is one for the books! I’m sitting down with my bestie of over a decade, the unstoppable Candice , as we get real about motherhood, marriage, and her journey with PCOS . If you’ve ever felt like life flipped you upside down, trust me—you’re not alone! Candice keeps it 100 about navigating postpartum, juggling being a new wife, and not losing herself in the process . We talk about the mental, emotional, and physical shifts that com...
Feb 17, 2025•43 min•Ep. 46
Hey, y’all! It’s your girl, B. Simone, and this episode of Let’s Try This Again is all about setting goals, staying obedient, and pushing through—even when it’s tough. I’m coming to you from Dear Media Studios, and let me tell you, this is a full-circle moment. Two years ago, I walked away from a major deal here, trusting God even when it didn’t make sense. And now? I’m sitting in this very studio, signed, sealed, and stepping into my purpose. We’re talking about goals and manifestation—how I wr...
Feb 10, 2025•33 min•Ep. 45
Hey y’all, it’s B Simone, and this week, I’m opening up about something I struggled with consistently last year—comparison. Whether it was scrolling on social media or feeling like I wasn’t where I “should” be in life, it had me stuck in my head and doubting myself. But this year? That’s not my story anymore. In this episode, I share what it was like to admit I was caught up in the comparison game, how therapy gave me tools to work through it, and what finally helped me stop caring about likes, ...
Feb 03, 2025•35 min•Ep. 44
"I am a Lion and a Lamb" - Jason Wilson In this episode, I sat down with author, mentor, and the transformative leader behind The Cave of Adullam, Jason Wilson . We dive deep into what it means to break free from emotional incarceration, redefine manhood, and embrace both the lion and the lamb within us. Jason shares his powerful journey from a wounded boy in Detroit to becoming a man who leads with transparency, resilience, and love. We talk about the 10 characteristics of a comprehensive man, ...
Jan 27, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 43
This week I’m joined by our first guest of 2025: entrepreneur, financial educator, and my friend Wallstreet Trapper . He shared his powerful story of transformation from—growing up in New Orleans, navigating the streets, serving time in prison, and ultimately building a life centered on purpose and impact. Trapper opened up about his emotional journey, including how therapy has helped him recalibrate his feelings, address his struggles with empathy, and work towards forgiveness. We spoke about r...
Jan 20, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 42
Mathew 23:11 “The greatest among you will be your servant.” Serving isn’t just about helping others—it’s a powerful act that connects you to something bigger than yourself. It shifts your focus, helps you grow emotionally and spiritually, and uncovers hidden gifts and talents you didn’t even know you had. I share why service is so important and how it’s showing up in my life this year. From creating women’s support groups at my dad’s church in Columbus to smaller, everyday acts like sharing reso...
Jan 13, 2025•44 min•Ep. 41
“Write down the vision and make it plain”- Habakkuk 2:2 This episode is all about the power of writing things down. I found my journal from 10 years ago, right before I moved to Atlanta, and it brought back so many memories. I was working three jobs, sleeping on the floor to afford studio time, and trusting that everything would work out. I wrote about wanting to be financially stable, moving to Atlanta, and even my bold plan to save $1 million before I turned 30. Every goal, every prayer, every...
Jan 06, 2025•44 min•Ep. 40
Hey LTTA family Can you believe it’s 2025? This week, I’m talking about the lessons I’m taking with me from 2024—like how rejection is really just God saying, ‘Nah, I have something better for you.’ I’ll also share how going back to things I love, like music and piano lessons, has been life-changing - and why reconnecting with what truly brings you joy can set the tone for an incredible year. We’re also getting into simple habits that actually stick—like the two-minute rule—and why this year is ...
Jan 02, 2025•30 min•Ep. 39
