Key to the City
Key to the City Podcast is a platform dedicated to uplifting voices from overlooked communities and individuals striving for greatness. We spotlight creatives, entrepreneurs, and community leaders—alongside industry experts and high achievers at the top of their game. Through authentic conversations, we explore culture, business, and community growth with the goal to inspire, educate, and empower the people who move the culture forward.
Episodes

Thursday Feb 27, 2020
Ep.43: The American SLANG Way: Interview w/ D. Hughes
Thursday Feb 27, 2020
Thursday Feb 27, 2020
What’s going on kinfolllks?! We’re right back at it with Episode 43!! In this episode we’re speaking with entrepreneur & owner of American Slang Collection (@american_slang_collection), D. Hughes (@pluto_hughes)!! Join the conversation as D. Hughes discusses how his childhood struggles shaped his hustle, the process of establishing a clothing line, the importance of remaining resilient, and so much more!! Come build witcha kinfolks!!
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Wednesday Feb 26, 2020
Ep.42: Hello Black MAN: Interview w/ Jamey Jenkins
Wednesday Feb 26, 2020
Wednesday Feb 26, 2020
What's the word kinfolllks?! We're still going strong....still dropping an Episode for you EVERYDAY this week! We're still providing you with quality guests & content in Episode 42, as we speak with entrepreneur & author, Jamey Jenkins (@jameyjenkinsinc)!! Join this intriguing conversation as Jamey discusses his latest project, the 'Hello Black Man' Journal (@helloblackmanjournal), expresses his thoughts on the issues that plague the black community, explains the importance of conversation between parent & child, and so much more!! The brother is dropping major keys in this episode! You don't want to miss this one! Come build witcha kinfolks!!!
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Tuesday Feb 25, 2020
Ep.41: The Black HIPSTER: Interview w/ Yung Jewelz
Tuesday Feb 25, 2020
Tuesday Feb 25, 2020
What’s going on kinfolllks?! We’re back at it and we’re taking you HIGHER with Episode 41!! We have the Queen of the Hipster movement, Yung Jewelz (@thepaidhipster) in the City!! Join the conversation as the B.D.E. artist breaks down the meaning of Hipster music, her intense passion for music at an early age, 2020 endeavors, and so much more!! Come build witcha kinfolks!!!! 📸: @mdubcreative
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Monday Feb 24, 2020
Ep.40: Make A JOYFUL Noise: Interview w/ Vitamin CEA
Monday Feb 24, 2020
Monday Feb 24, 2020
What’s going on kinfolllks?! Your cousin has been working very hard lately so I’ll be posting an episode EVERYDAY this week! We’re kickin’ it off with Episode #40, featuring the “OJ in your Mimosa”, Vitamin CEA!! Join the conversation as this hip-hop Queen discusses how her background shaped her sound, her position as music supervisor for the “Black Enough” web series, unity within the local music scene, and so much more!! Come get your medicine and build witcha kinfolks!! 📸: @cent.y / @frotographer_
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Tuesday Feb 18, 2020
Ep.39: CUT Above The Rest: Interview w/ Chris Paige
Tuesday Feb 18, 2020
Tuesday Feb 18, 2020
What’s the word kinfolks?! I’ve been putting in work so I’m dropping an episode on you everyday this week!! In this Episode 39, we’re speaking with entrepreneur & master barber, Chris Paige!! Join the discussion as we find out how he turned his passion into profit, bounced back from his early mistakes, and how he’s creating a blueprint for the next generation to follow in his footsteps! Come soak up this free game and build witcha kinfolks!!
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Monday Feb 17, 2020
Ep.38: LAUGH Now...LAUGH Later: Interview w/ Merc B. Williams
Monday Feb 17, 2020
Monday Feb 17, 2020
What’s going on kinfollllks?! Another week is upon us and you know what that means.....Another Episode!! This week is no different, as we hit you upside your head with Episode 38!! In this episode, we have the talented, hilarious, and entertaining standup comedian, Merc B. Williams (@mercbwilliams) in the building!! Join the discussion as we discover how he began his comedy career, his experience performing on Kevin Hart's (@kevinhart4real) "Hart of the City season 2", and what we can expect from him in 2020!! This is one episode you don't want to miss!! Come build witcha kinfolks!!!
@mercbwilliams
@key2thecitypodcast
@key2thecitymedia
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Thursday Feb 13, 2020
Ep.37: You Got the JUICE: Interview w/ Keyah, Owner of Mama Nature’s Juice Bar
Thursday Feb 13, 2020
Thursday Feb 13, 2020
What’s the word kinfolks?! The grind doesn’t stop and we’re right back at it with Episode 37!! In this episode, we’re speaking with burgeoning entrepreneur Keyah Williams (@keyahw); owner of Mama Nature’s Juice Bar! Join the conversation as Keyah discusses her entrepreneurial journey thus far, overcoming obstacles, the benefits of juicing, and so much more!! Come build witcha kinfolks!!
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Monday Feb 10, 2020
Ep.36: TIMING Is Everything: Interview w/ Dolla Black
Monday Feb 10, 2020
Monday Feb 10, 2020
What’s going on kinfolks?! We’re right back to the grind with Episode 36!! That’s riiiiight! In this episode we will be speaking with the B.D.E. Boss himself, Dolla Black!! Join the conversation as Dolla Black discusses the impact of his quarterly artist showcase, “The Exchange”, in addition to, new music in 2020, his top 5 Mississippi artists, and “The Rebirth Tour”, which will be taking a over a city near you very soon!! This is one you don’t want to miss!! Come build witcha kinfolks!!
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Thursday Feb 06, 2020
Ep.35: JUSTICE For JAUAN: Interview w/ Tunja Tolbert
Thursday Feb 06, 2020
Thursday Feb 06, 2020
We will be speaking with Tunja Tolbert, the mother of 19 year old Jauan Tolbert, who was murdered on December 1, 2019 near I-55 & Beasley road. No one has been charged in his murder. No parent should have to bury their child. Please join the movement in seeking justice for this grieving mother!
“I’m not asking,I’m begging for justice...My mind plays over and over that day I got the phone call telling me that my son was shot and was in the hospital on life support. I’m on the verge of a nervous breakdown.....”
- Tunja Tolbert, mother of Jauan Tolbert
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Monday Feb 03, 2020
Ep.34: PLAYMAKERS: Interview w/ Kansas Gray & Coke Bumaye
Monday Feb 03, 2020
Monday Feb 03, 2020
What’s the word kinfolks?! It’s another week in the city!! We’re back at with Episode 34! I've been waiting for this one for a minute! In this episode, we speak with the incomparable Coke Bumaye (@cokebumaye) and the big boss mane, Kansas Gray (@gediiii)!! These brothers are dropping major, major 🔑’s in this episode!! Tune in as we discuss a variety of topics, including music, community relations, entrepreneurship, Super Bowl LIV, plans for 2020 and more!!! You don't want to miss this one!! Come build witcha kinfolks!!
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