For Good Podcast with JoJo Simmons

Episode: Angela Simmons: Dating Drama, Mental Health & Why She Attracts 'Protectors' (Part 2)
Date: September 2, 2025
Guest: Angela Simmons

Episode Overview

This episode of For Good brings Angela Simmons into an open, soul-led conversation with her brother and host, Joseph “JoJo” Simmons. The discussion delves into Angela’s dating life under the public eye, her reputation for attracting “protectors,” the toll and healing of public drama, her philanthropic work, and her deeply personal approach to mental health and self-growth. The candid sibling dynamic lets Angela reflect on living with intention, giving back, and what it truly means to build a legacy beyond the headlines.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. On Attracting “Protectors” & Relationship Stereotypes

• JoJo raises how Angela is labeled for dating “protectors” or, as the public sometimes claims, men with tough or street personas (00:29, 01:37).
• Angela’s Insight: She emphasizes she connects with people beyond stereotypes, attracted to qualities like family orientation, faith, and big hearts:
  • “If I like you or I love you, that means that I seen a really nice side of you... anyone I've dated, they're family oriented, they're God-fearing, they have a really big heart.” (03:02)
• Addresses judgment from social media about her relationships, dismissing rumors and highlighting the importance of seeing people beyond gossip (02:42, 02:57).

2. Navigating Family Concerns and Public Scrutiny While Dating

• Angela consults her dad and considers family, but prioritizes personal intuition and what feels right to her:
  • “All you can do is, hey, like, pray and make sure if it's right, it's right, if it's wrong, that it be revealed... I just be like, all right, God, like, you show me if this ain't right for me.” (04:45–05:17)
• Dating in the Public Eye: Angela reflects on the odd pressure of public opinion since her teens, with rumors often overshadowing her other work and purpose (05:41–06:55).
  • “I'm not just dating. That's not my career...” (05:41)

3. On Grief, Self-Worth, and the Right to Love

• JoJo affirms Angela’s right to love after losing her son’s father and facing judgment as a single mom:
  • “You're allowed to date. You're allowed to look for somebody to really, you know, build you up and pour into you. It’s okay.” (06:22)
• Angela keeps private certain relationships and doesn’t define her journey by public speculation (06:55).

4. Reflections on Recent Breakup & Sibling Support

• Angela discusses emotional focus during her breakup with Yo Gotti, feeling inwardly consumed rather than worried about disappointing family (08:14).
  • “I was just, like, gone, honestly, and just, like, dealing with my situation... more looking at it like, hey, what am I like?” (08:14)
• Sibling support is unconditional:
  • JoJo: “I'm on Team Angela. If we rockin’ with this person, we rockin’ with this person... JoJo's gonna show up as Uncle Brother.” (08:46)

5. Philanthropy & Community Engagement

• Endless Angels & Giving Back: Angela shares her drive for community service, expanding her influence to empower women and uplift youth through toy drives and motivational programs (09:46–10:55).
  • “What are you without pouring back into other people? … How can I make [my platform] of use to help other people?” (09:46)
• Both siblings credit their philanthropic spirit to family legacy (11:25), describing how giving back shapes their happiness:
  • Angela: “What I received was a young woman who went from really sad to upbeat and happy and confident by the end... those are always the biggest things I can do.” (12:28, 13:04)
  • JoJo: Shares a personal story of quietly gifting money to a stranger returning from jail (13:11–14:00).

6. Handling Public Drama & Negativity

• Angela shields her inner world from drama and opinion, focusing on “her bubble”:
  • “If you're gonna speak negatively and we're not talking about doing something positive, what are we doing?” (14:37)
  • “The day you leave Earth, they still be talking about you.” (15:08)
• Both agree that the negativity is fleeting and should not disrupt their purpose or mental health (15:19–15:58).
  • JoJo: “You need not to be offended by what people that don’t know say about you.” (15:19)

7. Viral Moments & Fun: The Nicki Minaj "Stiletto Challenge"

• Angela explains her spontaneous decision to participate in the viral social media challenge, describing how she tested her stability and did it “for fun” (16:09–17:10).
  • Advises listeners: “I do not recommend you try.” (17:29)

8. Dreams & Next Chapter: Angela’s Vision for “Wellness World”

• With creative freedom, Angela envisions building a comprehensive “wellness world”—a community with everything from treatments to support, emphasizing holistic self-care (17:49–18:52).
  • “I feel like everyone needs a one-stop shop, like a community to go for everything... It's all a part of the journey.” (17:58)

9. Daily Mental Health Practices & Recommendations

• Angela’s Routine: Starts her day with prayer, positive content, and intentional quiet before engaging online or with the outside world:
  • “I get up and I pray... I listen to something super positive before I do anything else... Let me think about me, let me pray, let me figure out how I want to do my day.” (19:14)
  • Advocates for putting the phone down for a mindful 15-20 minutes to check in with self (19:50–20:27).

10. Books, Music, and Inspiration in Angela’s Life

• Recommendations: Inspired by artists like Jhené Aiko and motivational speaker Neville Goddard (“Neville”).
  • “Music-wise, I’m really inspired by musicians in general because of the creative that they put out. I mean, Jhené Aiko, I absolutely love her stuff...” (21:20)
  • Discusses her favorite current Netflix series (Hunting Wives)—not inspiring, but “wild” (20:48–21:05).

11. What’s Next for Angela: Projects & New Ventures

• Confirms upcoming media ventures, including a project with N.O.R.E. and her business Angela’s Cakes (vegan pancakes/waffles – eatingangelascakes.com) (22:40–23:11).
  • “I am working with Nori... and then there’s Angela's Cakes... you just gotta stay tuned and follow me.” (22:43)

12. Mutual Flowers: Sibling Appreciation & Legacy

• JoJo expresses gratitude for his sisters’ support and credits them for inspiring his personal and public success (23:19–25:28).
  • “If not for you and Vanessa, I would have never came back on TV... always keep me on track. You guys inspire me. You guys tell me I'm a great father.” (23:21)
• Angela affirms these bonds, echoing mutual respect as mother, entrepreneur, and woman (24:02–24:18).
  • “You are a great father, you are dope, you are a hustler... I love what you do for your family.” (24:15)
• The dialogue closes in playful banter about “protective brother mode,” particularly regarding NBA players in her DMs (25:29–26:22).

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Angela Simmons:
  • “If I like you or I love you, that means that I seen a really nice side of you...” (03:02)
  • “Since I was 17, y'all are judging me. It's stupid.” (02:42)
  • “You pray, then just think and take time for myself. I think that's like, one of the things that helps my mental health.” (19:14)
  • “What are you without pouring back into other people?” (09:46)
• JoJo Simmons:
  • “We were always going to treat you with respect... not prejudge a person, but let them show us who they are.” (03:43–03:59)
  • “You need not to be offended by what people that don’t know say about you.” (15:19)
  • “I'm on Team Angela... JoJo's gonna show up as Uncle Brother.” (08:46)
  • “If not for you and Vanessa, I would have never came back on TV...” (23:21)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Protectors & Stereotypes: 00:29–03:33
• Family Concerns & Public Eye: 04:14–06:18
• Finding Love After Loss: 06:22–06:95
• Yo Gotti Relationship & Sibling Support: 07:13–09:10
• Angela’s Philanthropy & Impact: 09:46–13:04
• Dealing with Drama & Negativity: 14:13–15:58
• Viral Stiletto Challenge: 16:09–17:31
• Vision for “Wellness World”: 17:49–18:52
• Angela’s Mental Health Routine: 19:14–20:27
• Books, Music & Inspiration: 20:48–22:16
• Upcoming Projects & Ventures: 22:40–23:11
• Sibling Appreciation & Legacy: 23:19–26:22

Conclusion

This episode fuses honest sibling connection with thoughtful reflection, showing the real lives, strengths, struggles, and aspirations behind the media narratives. Angela and JoJo affirm commitment to healing, family, and community—modeling a legacy made “for good,” far beyond fame.

Listen if you want: Unfiltered insight on family, legacy, Black mental health, single motherhood, entrepreneurship, and building a life of purpose, not performance.