Conversations Are Key

KEYON WILLIAMS

Conversations Are Key with Key Will Voice unlocks authentic, behind-the-scenes conversations with innovators, creators, and culture-shapers from entertainment, business, and beyond. Hosted by Emmy-nominated producer, award-winning editor, and celebrated voice actor Keyon Williams — whose voice you’ve heard on Transformers: Rescue Bots Academy, across BET, WEtv, VH1, NBC, iHeartRadio, and more — the show blends truth, humor, and perspective to reveal the human stories that inspire, entertain, and connect us all. Recorded at iHeartRadio, each episode goes beyond headlines to deliver the keys you didn’t know you needed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 25 Sept ·  Video

    EP # 23 - He Faced 7 Years In Prison—Then the Judge Gave Him a Second Chance | Kie Fair

    Kie Fair was already trying to leave the streets behind when federal agents arrived at his mother’s home and arrested him as part of a conspiracy involving 11 people. Facing years behind bars, Kie prepared to lose his freedom—until a judge gave him something he couldn’t purchase: a second chance. In this episode of Conversations Are Key, Kie opens up about his early introduction to entrepreneurship, becoming addicted to money and validation, and repeatedly returning to the streets whenever his legitimate businesses struggled. He takes us inside the arrest that changed his life, the humiliation of incarceration and the courtroom moment that gave him another opportunity. Freedom didn’t erase the consequences. Kie walked away with $90,000 in restitution, 160 hours of community service and the responsibility of rebuilding his life from the ground up. He discusses returning to work as a window tinter after once owning his own shops, earning back his family’s trust and transforming his experience into a mission to help others break destructive cycles. Today, Kie is the author of Undefined Evidence, a transformational speaker and an entrepreneur behind BWI Motorsports and Halo Highline. He and Keyon also have an honest conversation about faith, business ownership, envy, supporting Black businesses and why visible success means nothing without the internal work required to sustain it. This isn’t a story about escaping consequences. It’s about accepting responsibility—and understanding what a second chance demands from you. CHAPTERS 00:00 $90,000 in restitution—and a daughter waiting 00:45 Meet Kie Fair 01:44 His first hustle started with candy 04:24 Becoming addicted to money and validation 09:05 The morning federal agents arrested him 11:11 Facing years behind bars 14:59 The responsibility of a second chance 16:51 Finding faith through the Book of Job 19:30 Rebuilding after incarceration 21:31 Earning his family’s trust again 22:41 What legitimate success feels like 23:41 Building BWI Motorsports and Halo Highline 25:14 What the streets couldn’t teach him about business 26:26 Faith requires action 28:02 Success, envy and protecting your vision 30:02 Playing your position and supporting Black businesses 36:38 Why he named the book Undefined Evidence 37:31 His warning to young people chasing street money 38:34 What parents need to teach their children 39:52 Kie Fair’s Key to the Street 40:57 Where to follow Kie Follow Kie Fair: @KieFair929 Follow Key Will: @KeyWillVoice Follow Conversations Are Key: @ConversationsAreKey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. 11 Sept ·  Video

    EP #22 - When Your Vision Changes: Taquiela Wright on Reinvention, Glaucoma & Building Delisa Rose

    What happens when the vision you have for your life is suddenly challenged by your physical vision? Key Will Voice sits down with Taquiela Wright, engineer and founder of Delisa Rose Luxury Lingerie, for a candid conversation about reinvention, resilience, entrepreneurship and purpose. After more than two decades in engineering, Taquiela took an unexpected leap into luxury fashion, ultimately showcasing her designs at New York Fashion Week and in Paris. But at the height of that momentum, an advanced glaucoma diagnosis forced her to confront the possibility of losing her sight—and reconsider what success, health and her future would look like. Taquiela opens up about the fear and depression that followed her diagnosis, losing her mother, the family roots behind Delisa Rose, self-funding a luxury brand while continuing her engineering career, and why she now says she is “designing from a purpose standpoint.” She also gets candid about being a Black woman navigating both engineering and luxury fashion, the realities of manufacturing lingerie, and what it actually takes to turn fashion visibility into a sustainable business. Then things lighten up for Keys to the Street, as Taquiela gives the men a crash course in buying lingerie for their significant other—from sizing and choosing the right pieces to the one rule every man should remember: know your woman. It’s a conversation about losing sight of the life you expected—and discovering a bigger vision for what comes next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. 18 Aug

    EP # 21 - From $1,200 to $167K in 47 Days: Darius Benders on Credit, Capital & Creating Opportunity

    What happens when you follow the traditional formula, go to school, earn the degree, find a good job and the opportunity still isn't there? On this episode of Conversations Are Key, Keyon Williams sits down with entrepreneur, business growth strategist and Influence2Impact founder Darius Benders for a conversation about entrepreneurship, credit, access to capital and creating opportunities when the traditional path doesn't work out. Darius shares his journey from Division I college football and Boston nightlife to navigating financial uncertainty during the pandemic. After driving to Atlanta for an entrepreneurship conference he could barely afford to attend, Darius says a chance connection introduced him to the world of credit and business funding. He eventually went from having no business funding to accessing $167,000 in just 47 days but as Key Will Voice challenges him, having access to $167K doesn't mean you're $167K richer. They break down the difference between debt and leverage, building a strong credit profile, establishing relationships with banks and credit unions, what happens when entrepreneurs become overleveraged and why access to money without the knowledge to use it can be dangerous. Darius also discusses mentorship, the booming online coaching industry, Influence2Impact, My First Million and why he believes getting into the right room can completely change your trajectory. In this episode: business funding, credit strategy, entrepreneurship, mentorship, personal branding, financial freedom, overcoming failure and creating your own opportunities. Follow Darius: @DariusBenders Follow Key Will Voice: @KeyWillVoice Subscribe to @ConversationsAreKey for more conversations with the people building, creating and redefining success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. 4 Aug

    Ep # 20 - Joi Hunt: From Broken to the Bank

    On this episode of Conversations Are Key, Keyon Will Voice sits down with attorney, entrepreneur, author, and survivor Joi Hunt for a powerful conversation about rebuilding after one of the darkest seasons of her life. Joi opens up about surviving a toxic marriage marked by violence, betrayal, financial abuse, and starting over with her son in a new state. She shares how she found the strength to rebuild, rediscover herself, regain financial independence, and transform her pain into purpose. This conversation also dives into the practical side of protection including prenups, postnups, business structure, operating agreements, financial transparency, and why entrepreneurs must protect their assets before love, marriage, and business collide. Joi also discusses her book From Broken to the Bank: Wrong Love, Right Lessons and offers keys for anyone healing, rebuilding, and learning how to win again. Follow Joi Hunt: @joihunt_esq Follow Conversations Are Key: @ConversationsAreKey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. 22 Jul

    EP # 19 - The Ghost at the Table

    What invisible experiences shape the way we lead, love and show up in the world? In this episode of Conversations Are Key, host Key Will Voice sits down with R.R. Mebane—former executive at FedEx and the CDC to discuss his remarkable journey from growing up in the Dixie Homes Housing Project in North Memphis to leading inside Fortune 500 companies and the federal government. Inspired by his memoir, The Ghost at the Table: A Memoir of Surviving Life, the Streets, and Corporate America, Mebane shares powerful lessons on resilience, mentorship, identity, and the invisible barriers that follow us into every room. His story is a reminder that true leadership isn't about titles, it's about lifting others as you climb. The Ghost at the Table: A Memoir of Surviving Life, the Streets, and Corporate America is published by Kim Jones of WPPublishingllc.Com and is available wherever books are sold. In this episode you'll learn:How adversity can become your greatest advantageWhy mentorship is a lifelong responsibilityThe importance of "sending the elevator back down"How to lead with purpose in corporate America and beyondWhy every leader has a "ghost at the table" Subscribe to Conversations Are Key for more inspiring conversations with leaders, entrepreneurs, artists, and changemakers whose stories prove that one conversation can truly change a life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. 7 Jul

    EP#18 - Ebony Porter-Ike: Visibility Isn’t Power — Positioning Is

    Conversations Are Key is back with a powerful conversation featuring Ebony Porter-Ike, publicist, crisis manager, entrepreneur, executive producer, author and founder of EPI Media Group. In this episode, Ebony breaks down the business behind being seen: why visibility without strategy can make you a target, why PR only works when the infrastructure is already in place and how public perception can directly impact money, opportunity and reputation. She also opens up about leaving corporate America, rebuilding her confidence, learning to use being underestimated as an advantage and why Black women are under attack in today’s DEI rollback and layoff culture. From crisis management to negotiation, from protecting your brand to knowing when to walk away from the table, this conversation is a masterclass in positioning, power, and protecting your value. Because being visible is one thing. Being positioned is something different. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. 11 May

    Ep#17 - The Invisible Architect Behind Modern Trap — Budda Beats

    On this episode of Conversations Are Key, Key Will Voice sits down with multi-platinum producer Budda Beats for a powerful conversation about the hidden side of the music industry. Known for records with artists like Lil Baby, Quavo, NLE Choppa, and more, Budda Beats opens up about the real process behind hit records, navigating the business of music production, producer recognition, AI in creativity, scoring television, and why Atlanta continues to shape the sound of modern culture. The conversation also explores faith, rejection, longevity, entrepreneurship, and what it truly means to be an “Invisible Architect” in entertainment. This is a conversation for producers, artists, creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone building something behind the scenes. Hosted by Emmy-nominated producer/editor and voice actor Keyon Williams. Follow: @ConversationsAreKey @KeyWillVoice @budda_beats_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. 2 May

    Ep#16 - The IRS Scam That Hits After You File (And How to Protect Your Money)

    Think you’re done with taxes because you already filed? Think again. In this episode of Conversations Are Key, Key Will Voice sits down with Dr. Gwennetta Wright, CEO of Xpert Tax Service and a tax professional with over 20 years of experience, to break down how scammers are targeting people before and after filing — and why so many are losing money without realizing it. From fake IRS emails and phone calls to AI-driven impersonation scams and fraudulent refund promises, this conversation exposes how these schemes actually work in real life — and what you need to do to protect yourself. Dr. Wright also dives into the bigger picture: how misinformation is costing people thousands, why tax mistakes can follow you into your everyday life, and how understanding the tax system can help you protect and build your income long-term. In this episode: Why tax scams don’t stop after you fileHow people are being promised fake $10K+ refundsThe red flags that instantly signal a scamWhat the IRS will NEVER doWhat to do immediately if you get a suspicious messageHow an IP PIN can protect your identityThe truth about taxes, income, and building wealth If you’ve filed, filed late, or still need to — this episode could save you thousands. Keys to the Street included. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Conversations Are Key with Key Will Voice unlocks authentic, behind-the-scenes conversations with innovators, creators, and culture-shapers from entertainment, business, and beyond. Hosted by Emmy-nominated producer, award-winning editor, and celebrated voice actor Keyon Williams — whose voice you’ve heard on Transformers: Rescue Bots Academy, across BET, WEtv, VH1, NBC, iHeartRadio, and more — the show blends truth, humor, and perspective to reveal the human stories that inspire, entertain, and connect us all. Recorded at iHeartRadio, each episode goes beyond headlines to deliver the keys you didn’t know you needed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    KEYON WILLIAMS
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © KEYON WILLIAMS
  • Show Website
    Conversations Are Key