Influencer Haliey Welch has officially made her grand return to the podcasting scene with the revival of her show, Talk Tuah. The first episode featured none other than KSI, a prominent figure also known for navigating the tumultuous waters of cryptocurrency controversies.
Haliey, better known as the Hawk Tuah Girl, had taken a short hiatus following the disastrous launch of the meme token named after her, which experienced a meteoric rise only to crash dramatically, leading to a series of public backlash. At its peak, the Solana-based HAWK token reached a staggering market cap of $490 million before it plummeted by 93% within moments, bringing with it a swirl of legal scrutiny and personal challenges for Welch.
In their first conversation, both Haliey and KSI shared their insights on resilience in the influencer industry. KSI, whose real name is Olajide Olayinka Williams Olatunji, emphasized the importance of rolling with the punches. “I’ve been here for so long I’ve had my ups and my downs and my dooooooowns,” he remarked, highlighting the inevitability of facing critics in the public eye. Welch agreed, adding, “I found that out the hard way.” Both influencers have faced significant backlash over their business decisions related to cryptocurrencies, fostering an environment of skepticism among their followers.
Despite the challenges, Welch has expressed determination to move forward with her podcast. The ongoing civil lawsuit related to the HAWK token’s launch continues, targeting crypto launchpad overHERE and other key figures, although Welch herself is not a defendant. She has publicly acknowledged her cooperation in a civil suit against the token’s creators and has recently dealt with an investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission, which is now closed.
In the world of digital currencies, public perception can be both a blessing and a curse. The rise and fall of crypto tokens often lead to rapid shifts in trust, making it crucial for influencers like Welch and KSI to maintain transparency and accountability with their audiences. As the podcast progresses, it can serve as a platform not just for discussion but for healing and rebuilding credibility in an industry fraught with both opportunity and peril.
