The Arch Effect
The Arch Effect
The Arch Effect, an award-winning podcast hosted by Archie Jay, bridges pop culture and self-discovery by tackling the deeply personal thoughts we Google in private, but we’re too afraid to ask out loud. LA-based host ARCHIE leads with honesty and empathy, inviting guests to explore life’s unspoken complexities. The show fosters connection and understanding, proving that while no one has all the answers, together, we can navigate life’s messes and milestones, one conversation at a time.
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Episodes
Love Me Down or Log Out with TERRELL [VIDEO] 21.07.2025 43:13
What happens when the host becomes the guest? For our summer finale, Terrell Grice of The TERRELL Show joins me for an unfiltered sit-down full of plot twists, deep laughs, and big truths. From the moment that changed everything to a chaotic round of This or That...you’re not ready — but you should be. #TerrellGrice #TheTerrellShow
Retrograde to Rebirth with Novi Brown [VIDEO] 14.07.2025 39:15
Sistas star and spiritual powerhouse Novi Brown sits down with me for a free-flowing convo on protecting your peace, letting go to grow, and using astrology as a tool for alignment — not a trend. Whether you’re deep into your Saturn return or just trying to stay grounded, this one’s a breath of sage-scented air.
Your Sex Life Needs This with Dr. Kate [VIDEO] 07.07.2025 37:35
What does sex look like when you’re grieving? In this episode, I sit down with sex therapist, Dr. Kate Balestrieri to explore how grief impacts intimacy, desire, and connection. We delve into kinks, queer love, the importance of exploration, and how sex can become part of the healing process.
What No One Tells You About Being Hopeful [VIDEO] 30.06.2025 31:30
What keeps us hopeful when dating feels exhausting? In this episode, I sit down with content creator and recipe developer Alex Hill (@justaddhotsauce) to talk about holding onto hope, finding joy in the moment, and what it really means to stay present through the highs and lows of love and life. #Hope #Dating #Foodie
When Grief Meets God with Kristine [VIDEO] 23.06.2025 43:30
This is a heartfelt one ya'll! Kristine opens up about navigating depression after the loss of her father — and how her faith, culture, and community are helping her cope. We chat the power of God showing up when you need it most, what it means to heal out loud, and of course, we get a little silly along the way (because joy still matters). #TheArchEffect #Depression #Faith
The Moment Everything Started to Shift [VIDEO] 16.06.2025 30:27
In this solo episode, I’m opening up about my Upward Turn — the moment things started to shift after toxic work partnerships, fading friendships, job changes, and fast-burning romances. It’s the turning point in grief where healing begins, and for me, it came after letting go of what no longer served me. This one’s honest, reflective, and a reminder that clarity often comes after the chaos. #selfh...
Why Acceptance Changed Everything for Scott Evans [VIDEO] 09.06.2025 58:54
TV host Scott Evans gets real about acceptance in this unfiltered convo. We dive into his love life, how he went from local news to prime time, the wildly embarrassing moment he had with the Kardashians, and more. It's a KiKi! #ScottEvans #HouseGuest #SelfHelp This episode is all about owning your truth, letting go of perfection, and embracing who you truly are. Honest, hilarious, and full of...
Facing Denial & Bargaining: Unpacking Love, Sex & Creativity [VIDEO] 02.06.2025 41:31
James Bland joins us to break down how denial and bargaining manifest in not only the seven stages of grief, but also in life, love, and the creative process. We dive deep into his personal journey with sexual fluidity, how his art challenges the lies we tell ourselves, and why bargaining with life can sometimes hold us back from real freedom. #StagesOfGrief #DenialIsARiver #Bargain #Pride #Archie...
Healing, Hikes & Hot Beats: DJ Brian Henry Breaks Down Anger & Artistry [VIDEO] 19.05.2025 38:15
DJ Brian Henry gets all the way real about the layers behind anger — how it masks deeper pain, how it shows up in his creative process, and how he’s learned to sit with it instead of run from it. But we don’t stop there. We get into his spiritual side quests (naked hikes included), the importance of alone time in a noisy world, and why he turned down a gig to DJ for Diddy. This episode is an explo...
From Bachelorette to Breakthrough: Rachel Lindsay on Survival Mode [VIDEO] 05.05.2025 51:16
Are you still processing life’s plot twists while trying to keep it all together? Same here—and so is our guest today, Rachel Lindsay! She’s keeping it raw and real about navigating the shock of public heartbreak, career shifts, and personal reinvention. We talk Bachelorette, boundaries, and circling the block on an ex. Let’s just say, this convo might leave you speechless… but in the best way.
I'm Protected! ft. Deandre Brown (Ep. 112) 24.04.2023 33:24
On the Season 3 Finale, content creator and entrepreneur Deandre Brown, aka the Corporate Baddie, joins us to fill us in on what it's like to get negative feedback once becoming one of the biggest TikTokers, how to get a job and what he likes in the bedroom... hosted by Archie Jay Follow Deandre: https://www.instagram.com/imdrebrown Follow Archie: https://www.instagram.com/archiejayspeaks Foll...
Fly Me Out! ft. Rahiem Johnson (Ep. 111) 17.04.2023 23:19
Who doesn't love to travel?! Rahiem Johnson is known for his elaborate trips worldwide through his company, TrayTableSeatBack. Hosted by Archie Jay, we talk black and brown folks increasing representation through travel. Follow Rahiem: https://www.instagram.com/radiorahiem0319/ Travel with him: https://traytableseatback.com/Follow Archie: https://www.instagram.com/archiejayspeaks Follow The Po...
Feeling Genre Fluid ft. Yola (Ep. 110) 10.04.2023 36:55
Hosted by Archie Jay, Grammy-nominated Singer-Songwriter and Actress Yola joins us to chat about how she landed the role in Elvis, managing ego, dating, and all of the things! Follow Yola https://www.instagram.com/iamyolaofficial/ Follow Archie: https://www.instagram.com/archiejayspeaks Follow The Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/archiethepodcast Visit www.archiejay.com
Two Can Play That Game ft. Greg Mathis Jr (Ep. 109) 27.03.2023 21:28
From the White House to E! Greg Mathis Jr, star of Mathis Family Matters, opens up about cheating back on his partner, creating awareness in the LGBTQIA space, his review on moonshine, and more. Hosted by Archie Jay, this is a must listen! Follow Greg https://www.instagram.com/gregmathisjr/ Follow Archie: https://www.instagram.com/archiejayspeaks Follow The Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/archi...
Designed To Date ft. Solomon Lawrence (Ep. 108) 20.03.2023 20:33
Designing and Dating - that has a good ring to it! Solomon Lawrence is making a name for himself through his designer items, some of which have been featured in Peacock's #BelAir and we're chatting about the journey, building an empire, and highlighting the stresses and messes of the dating pool today. Follow Solomon https://www.instagram.com/solomonlawrence/ Follow Archie: https://www.ins...
Being Black Is Lit ft. Amber Riley (Ep. 107) 13.03.2023 35:14
We all know her from singing down the house and being on our TV screens, but I wanted to discuss a few other things. Amber Riley joins the Healing Couch to talk about self-love, flirting styles, the beauty of being black, and so much more! Plus, we sing together; OMG!!! You need this episode in your life, trust me! Follow Amber: https://www.instagram.com/msamberpriley/ Follow Archie: https:/...
Kiss Your Friends ft. Director Brazil (Ep. 106) 06.03.2023 26:05
Sometimes in life, we can feel unaligned on our journey. Director Brazil, who's produced content for some of your faves like Diddy and Tyga, joins the 'Healing Couch' to share his journey toward growth and transparency... and maybe we kiss our friends along the way! Follow Brazil: https://www.instagram.com/directorbrazil/ Follow Archie: https://www.instagram.com/archiejayspeaks ...
She's Infamous ft. Zach Campbell (Ep. 105) 27.02.2023 48:42
Imagine your two favorite cousins at the cookout; that's basically us. Zach Campbell joins the healing couch to talk about Beyonce, experimenting in the bedroom for better or worse, his journey towards becoming, and what every content creator should stop doing! Follow Zach: https://www.instagram.com/zachcampbell/ Follow Archie: https://www.instagram.com/archiejayspeaks/ Follow Th...
In A Deep Space ft. Candiace Dillard (Ep. 104) 20.02.2023 35:20
It's the first episode of 2023, and one of my favorite Housewives of Potomac, Candiace Dillard, is here! We're talking season 7, her new music, racism, plus Roybn Dixon and Nene Leakes shaking the tables online! Follow Candiace: https://www.instagram.com/therealcandiace/ Follow Archie: https://www.instagram.com/archiejayspeaks/ Follow Archie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArchieJaySpeaks&n...
A Very Family & Friends Christmas ft. Ahnyae & J'Lamar (Ep. 103) 23.12.2022 31:09
'Tis the season to spread holiday cheer and chaos! I welcomed my little sister, Ahnyae, and close friend, and matchmaker, J'Lamar, to the show to bring in the season. Enjoy the final episode of the year! Happy Holidays and Happy New Year, chat in 2023. Follow Ahnaye: https://www.instagram.com/ahnyae/ Follow J'Lamar: https://www.instagram.com/iamjlamar/ Follow Archie: https://www.insta...
Gimme That Glow ft. Brandi aka Glow by Graffiti (Ep. 102) 19.12.2022 24:41
As 2022 comes to a close, we're shedding light on how to be more magnetic, confident & attractive in your own skin so that the world has no option but to acknowledge your glow. Brandi, known as the "girl that glows," is here! Follow Brandi: https://www.instagram.com/graffitiface/ Shop the site: https://glowbygraffiti.com/ Follow Archie: https://www.instagram.com/archiejayspeaks/&n...
I Like It Hairy! ft. Brandon Anthony (Ep. 101) 15.12.2022 21:31
The people's champ is back on the show in three years, and we have to catch up. From turn-ons to addressing his public feud with the rapper Chika, we're covering it all. Plus, he drops a tip on the best way to flirt with him - get into it! Follow Brandon: https://www.instagram.com/mrbrandonanthony/ Follow Archie: https://www.instagram.com/archiejayspeaks Follow the podcast: https://www.instagram.c...
Cry Your Eyes Out! - The 100th Episode Celebration (Ep. 100) 12.12.2022 42:39
Wow, ya'll! We made it to 100 episodes of 'Archie: The Podcast,' and I couldn't do it without you, so let's turn up together! Tune in as I walk through the wild history of this show and catch up with my co-producer to talk about the madness we experience, daily. Plus, friend of the show, Alex Woods, is here for #AskArchie, and much more guests pop in! Follow Darnell: https://www.instagram.c...
Paint & Sip ft. Sonique Saturday (Ep. 99) 01.12.2022 22:09
You might know Sonique as a handbag designer, celebrity stylist, creative director, or social media boss. But if you don't you'll quickly fall in love with my guest today as she was transparent in talking about artists stealing her designs, dating, her upcoming projects with HBO, and how to remain a boss with one simple rule! Follow Sonique: https://www.instagram.com/soniquesaturdy/ Shop Sat...
We Exist! ft. Tre'vell Anderson (Ep. 98) 28.11.2022 21:38
I want to dive deep into defining intersectionality from the lens of being black, queer, faith-based, and nonbinary. This is why I had to call in the legendary journalist, Tre'vell Anderson (they/them) to sit on the Healing Couch! Follow Tre'vell for more: www.instagram.com/rayzhon Visit www.archiejay.com/ for more and subscribe today! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archie...
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