ALL GROWN UP: A tale of retail, relocation, revenge, re-invention, reckless behavior, really good clothes, indiscretion, infidelity, domestic violence, and one kidnapping. This is a memoir, told in a series of podcasts, by Kenneth D. King, podcasting from his studio near union Square in New York City. It's the story of a small-town boy who dreams of being a “grown-up”, and his journey to get there. Each week, you'll hear another installment of his story. All Grown Up Now is the story of a li ...
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It's amazing when a remark from years ago is suddenly remembered, and now makes more sense.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 98: A dream as a git to the future, part 2
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In the first podcast on a dream as a gift to the future, I began talking about this idea. In my life, it has played out again recently.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 97: Stalked by Betsey Johnson
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A short amusing holiday story involving celebrity sightings.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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And yes indeed, this is the point--craft as my salvation.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 95: The End of the World
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An incident from my childhood spurred a seemingly irrational fear, that has come back to haunt me these days.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Wilbur Dean King didn't get much play in previous episodes, but he still looms as an important figure in my childhood. Here is his story.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 93: No Regrets, Just Gratitude
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A recent visit to Oklahoma City cemented in my mind, that the big choices I’ve made in my life were good ones.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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A snarky comment on my Instagram feed compels me to clear the air. This may ruffle some feathers but needs to be said.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Gifts come in many forms. My cousin Lorie, who passed in late November, gave me a priceless gift. This is her story.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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This long-form episode allows me to pay hommage to a dear departed friend, Norma Tringali. It also allows me to share one of the most important lessons I learned from her.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 90: Telephone Etiquette
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Just because someone answers, doesn't mean they can talk!Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 89: Spheres of Influence
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It's interesting to observe the effects of people when they are the center of a sphere of influence.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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In this episode our hero ponders if one could be charged as an accessory to a crime, for making accessories?Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 87: Daisy the Wonder Dog!
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The daffodils in bloom this spring remind me of Daisy. I've only had one dog, which raised the bar so high for fabulous dogs, I've never wanted another. Her name was Daisy, and she was the love of my life. This is a rerun of an earlier episode, but spring always reminds me of her.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 86: Becoming a Hip Hop Star
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This is the story of my small burst of stardom as a hip hop video extra.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 85: The Valentine's Day Jinx
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This is a reprise of an earlier podcast, after many requests. So enjoy! One time can jinx a day for years. This is a reprise of an earlier podcast, after many requests. So enjoy!Oleh Kenneth D. King
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A short funny story to distract us all from what's going on in the news.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 83: Thoughts on the holidays
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But is it? A holiday wish for all of my listeners.Oleh Kenneth D, King
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This is a short story of a college writing assignment as an epiphany.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 81: A Dream as a Gift to the Future
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Sometimes a gift is more than a gift, and a dream can travel into the future.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Summer Re-run: Jet Set, Starring Patty
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There are many strong women who populate my life. One of them is a gal named Patty. Here's her story!Oleh Kenneth D. King
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In this Special Report, I tell you all, and remind myself, that when turbulent times are upon us, to NOT ask--"what else can happen?" Because you'll find out.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 80: The Week That Was, 1982
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This is a tale of one person's choice of how to deal with the question of sexual harassment in order to advance a career.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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The question of the mask--why is it a question? Discuss.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 79: Death of a Friendship
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I don't give up on friendships easily, but sometimes it's necessary. This is the story of Gretchen (not her real name), and the history of a friendship.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 78: Recognition in the Big City
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This was a heartwarming moment from my early days in New York--it made me not feel so alone or anonymous.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 77: Stalked by Betsey Johnson
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This is a short tale of my one and only encounter with a fashion icon. To all my listeners, please stay in and stay safe!Oleh Kenneth D. King
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My way of trying to make sense of crazy times.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 76: The Sunday Afternoon Lecture
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This is a short story about a humorous thing that happened at a Sunday lecture.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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A short podcast because everyone needs a good laugh in these strange times.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 74: A Story about Andrew
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Hangry is a word used to describe someone who is hungry and irritable. Andrew does hangry in the most charming way!Oleh Kenneth D. King
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This episode tells of an epiphany I had in Paris in 1995, that influenced the direction of my work for years to come.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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This is a sad story of a young woman from my Kansas years.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 71: My Athletic Ability
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This is a little reflection on my particular athletic ability, discovered at Gay Boy Summer Camp.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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When I talk to my students at FIT, I refer to Shelley as the Gold Standard, as far as interns go. Here's her story.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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This is a short little podcast with a holiday message!Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 68: Daisy the Wonder Dog!
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I've only had one dog, which raised the bar so high for fabulous dogs, I've never wanted another. Her name was Daisy, and she was the love of my life.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 67: Hommage to a powerful woman
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This is an hommage to another of the powerful women who have influenced my life and career. Simmin (pronounced "Simone") Sethna taught me French Couture Patternmaking, as well as survival skills. At 5'1" in high heels, she remains a towering influence in my life.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Boys' Shorts 6 is about inspection stickers, motorcycle cops, and checkbooks.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 65: The Journey of the Orchid Brooch
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Sometimes we don't quite know in the moment, what a particular thing will mean over time. This story, of a piece of jewelry I made early in my career, illustrates one instance in my life, where the long view made sense when looking at the history of that particular piece.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 64: All the Retail Ladies!
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In my time in retail, I encountered a number of formidable women--individuals who had style, class, humor, and power. This podcast is an hommage to some of them.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 63: How do you define Success?
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Success is different things to different people. There are the markers of success--fame, money, exposure in the media--but who defines it? And why not define it for oneself?Oleh Kenneth D. King
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We learn the hilarious circumstances whereby Ken gets his first sunburn in Oklahoma City in 1981!Oleh Kenneth D. King
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In this episode, we hear of the time when Sir Elton sent flowers to Ken's studio-warming party in 1989. The effect of this gesture was to finally convince Miss Ann that her son had actually "made something of himself".Oleh Kenneth D. King
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In this short episode, learn about how Ken ruined a career in fast food. Also, mud wrestling!Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 59: Reflections on choice
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This is a musing on choices--choices that broaden one's horizons as well as ones that narrow them, illustrated by observing Miss Ann's choices growing up.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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In Boys' Shorts 4, learn about caged birds and bad luck, and how 1,399 gay men can create a microclimate!Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 57: The Valentine's Day Stories
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Hear about Ken's personal Valentine's Day Jinx, and how it eventually broke.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 56: Misadventures in Window Display
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Ken quite his job at Macy's, trading down to work for a store in San Francisco called The Emporium. This podcast recounts some of his misadventures there.Oleh Kenneth D. King
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Episode 55: The Chicago Stories
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I find that there are places that seem to agree with me, and some that don't. Chicago and the surrounding suburbs--don't. This is not a diss of Chicago, it's just--me. Redacted for your listening pleasure!Oleh Kenneth D. King
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