Episodes 46
Avg. Duration 59m
Activity Declining
Apple Rating 5.0 (5)
Since Mar 2024
Latest Episode Feb 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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About This Podcast

Welcome to the KeyBARD Podcast, hosted by Artist/Educator Thembi Duncan.

In each episode, Thembi sits down with trailblazers, visionaries, and innovators who are shaping the landscape of our world. From distinguished educators to acclaimed artists and tech pioneers, KeyBARD offers a platform for thought-provoking conversations that transcend boundaries and spark new ideas.

Whether you're passionate about the arts, intrigued by technology, or committed to advancing education, KeyBARD has something for everyone.

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S3E7 Honoring Black Music in American Theatre with Lee Summers

Feb 15, 2026 1h 14m

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of KeyBARD, Thembi sits down with Broadway veteran, writer, composer, director, and educator Lee Summers for a powerful conversation about artistry, legacy, Black…

S3E6 Protecting Intellectual Property with Dan Miller, The Copyright Detective

Jan 20, 2026 1h 1m

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Thembi sits down with Dr. Dan Miller, The Copyright Detective, for a timely and practical conversation about copyright, authorship, and the quickly emerging relevance…

S3E5 Multidisciplinary Performance and Hip-Hop Culture with Paige Hernandez

Jan 15, 2026 1h 46m

Send us Fan MailThis episode’s conversation is with Paige Hernandez, a critically acclaimed and award-winning  multidisciplinary creative whose work is rooted in inclusion, multicultural identities,…

S3E4 Rising Above Imposter Syndrome with Dr. Albert Bramante

Oct 31, 2025 28m

Send us Fan MailDr. Albert Bramante is a New York-based talent agent, psychology professor, certified hypnotist, and NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) practitioner whose new book, Rise Above the…

S3E3 Beyond Soccer: Mentoring Scholars and Leaders with JT Dorsey

Oct 18, 2025 57m

Send us Fan MailHost Thembi Duncan speaks with JT Dorsey, former professional soccer player and founder of the JT Dorsey Foundation, about how the game of soccer has become a powerful tool for…

S3E2 Coaching Leaders in the Age of AI with Dr. Julie Donley

Oct 06, 2025 33m

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Thembi sits down with Dr. Julie Donley, a leadership coach, award-winning author, and behavioral health expert with nearly three decades of experience helping people…

S3E1 Faith, Music, and Authenticity with Karen Saxon

Sep 24, 2025 1h 30m

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of KeyBARD, Thembi sits down with Karen Saxon, music educator, performer, and co-founder of Ansari Saxon Productions. Karen shares:Why she “tripped into” teaching and…

S2E19 An Actor's Purpose, Resilience, and Joy with Jefferson A. Russell

Jul 19, 2025 1h 31m

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of KeyBARD, Thembi sits down with the brilliant and beloved Jefferson A. Russell, a powerhouse stage actor and resident company member of Everyman Theatre in…

S2E18 The REALM: Redesigning Education with Victoria Forsman and Jessica Slayback

Jul 09, 2025 43m

Send us Fan MailHost Thembi Duncan welcomes Victoria Forsman and Jessica Slayback, co-founders of The REALM (Redesigning Education and Living Meaningfully), a vibrant educational community in Santa…

S2E17 Faith and Fearlessness in Theatre with Deidra LaWan Starnes

Jun 27, 2025 1h 13m

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of KeyBARD, host Thembi Duncan talks with award-winning actor, director, and educator Deidra LaWan Starnes for an unfiltered conversation about her lifelong career in…

S2E16 Advocating for Children in Foster Care with Sharon Dunlevy

Jun 22, 2025 1h 4m

Send us Fan MailSharon Dunlevy shares her journey from special education to foster care advocacy, offering deep insights on trauma-informed education, caregiver collaboration, and what it takes to…

S2E15 Using AI to Reshape Real Estate Investing with William Hollis

Jun 06, 2025 57m

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of KeyBARD, Thembi sits down with William Hollis (or just “Hollis”), a self-taught software engineer, real estate investor, and now the founder and CEO of Raise AI, a…

S2E14 Ethical Web Design and Digital Storytelling with Warren Wilansky

Jun 02, 2025 26m

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Thembi sits down with Warren Wilansky, founder and president of Plank, a digital agency with more than 25 years of experience designing meaningful, accessible, and…

S1E13 Shaping Theatre through Black Women’s Stories with Fatima Quander

May 16, 2025 55m

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of KeyBARD, I sit down with actor, director, and educator Fatima Quander, whose 20+ year career in theater is deeply rooted in research, collaboration, and cultural…

S2E12 Theatre, Film, and Building Community with J.J. Johnson Part 2

May 03, 2025 1h

Send us Fan MailPart 2 of 2Our discussion continues with actor, writer, and teaching artist J.J. Johnson taking us deeper into his creative process. He shares what it’s like to navigate the…

S2E11 Stories of Black Boy Joy with J.J. Johnson Part 1

Apr 30, 2025 41m

Send us Fan MailIn Part One of this two-part conversation, Thembi sits down with actor, writer, and teaching artist James J. Johnson, known to many as J.J.He opens up about growing up as a quirky,…

S2E10 Transformational Leadership in Performing Arts and Education with Jared Redick

Apr 23, 2025 50m Transcript

Send us Fan MailThis episode of KeyBARD features Jared Redick, an award-winning, sought-after master teacher, choreographer, and coach whose leadership has shaped the global dance community. A…

S2E9 What Makes Us Human in the Age of AI? with Dr. Ilke Demir

Apr 14, 2025 45m Transcript

Send us Fan MailDr. Ilke Demir, Senior Staff Research Scientist, IntelWhat makes us human in the age of artificial intelligence?In this episode, Thembi speaks with Dr. Ilke Demir, a pioneering…

S2E8 Placing Black LGBTQIA+ Stories Center Stage with Alan Sharpe

Apr 07, 2025 57m Transcript

Send us Fan MailAlan Sharpe, ACTWhat does it take to build a theatrical legacy that centers the lives and truths of Black LGBTQIA+ folx? In this episode, Thembi sits down with prolific playwright,…

S2E7 Faith and the Strength to Begin Again with Keta Newborn

Apr 03, 2025 46m Transcript

Send us Fan MailKeta Newborn: A Life Rewritten Through TheatreThere are moments in life when everything seems set—the destination clear, the plan solid. And then, something unexpected happens,…

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