Grits and Eggs Podcast Grits and Eggs Podcast

Episode 172 - Kia Shine

Aug 22, 2026 · 1h 30m

Summary

Rapper Kiyosha and his wife Queen discuss their journey raising neurodivergent children, including their son’s autism diagnosis and the creation of their nonprofit, Aquatism. They explore themes of parental grief, overcoming stigma in the Black community, and finding purpose through water therapy. The episode also covers Kiyosha’s music career, his relationship with Queen, and the importance of authenticity and family unity.

Topics discussed

Sponsors: Factor Meals and Chime Intro and Son's Autism Diagnosis Parenting a Nonverbal Child and Mistrust of Medicine Neurodivergence, History, and Water Therapy Aquatism Nonprofit and Daughter's Health Self-Discovery, Marriage, and Commitment Advocacy, Memphis Roots, and Frayser Music Career, Label Deals, and Selling Beats Publishing, Drake, and Industry Lies Transition to Acting and Netflix Role Plant-Based Diet, Seeds, and Self-Talk Conspiracy Theories, Clones, and Big Pharma Generational Wealth and Systemic Control Spiritual Awakening and Purpose Over Money Ugly Truths and Swimming for Autism
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