Besa's Back! and Better Than Ever on Back2Besa
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Besa Gordon is back! After an eight-week hiatus, Besa makes her triumphant return this weekend on Back2Besa, bringing her signature high energy and a renewed glow to the FOX 13 Seattle studios. Rather than isolating herself, Besa spent her time healing from the inside out, engaging with the community at events like Beat Walk, Sway and Swoon, and Juneteenth in Tacoma, even launching a new show, Almost The Weekend! with Curtis Delgardo II, on Converge Media. Viewers can anticipate an amazing show this week, as Besa uplifts all the guest hosts who held down the fort during her absence and previews a lineup of inspiring stories.
This week on Back2Besa, the journey into Black Joy continues with spoken word artist Darryl Foto. Besa will share how Darryl's powerful poem on The Day With Trae deeply resonated with her, solidifying Black Joy as a central theme of the show. Viewers will also learn about an exciting upcoming event: Besa and Darryl will delve further into the essence of Black Joy at Scope Screenings on Wednesday, July 30th, at Majestic Bay Theaters in Ballard, offering a unique opportunity for community engagement and deeper understanding.
The show then heads south to Portland for the Bloom Runway Dynasty fashion show, held at the elegant Melody Ballroom. This segment shines a spotlight on Abibat Durosimi, the visionary founder of Bloom Agency. After a five-year hiatus, Abibat is making a significant return, not only lighting up the runway but also firmly putting the "503" (Portland's area code) on the fashion map, showcasing the vibrant and evolving style scene of the Rose City.
In Lakewood, the episode features the inspiring story of Christopher "Cashier" Gamble, owner of Freshen Up A Bit, a thriving mobile car detailing business. Cashier's journey is a powerful testament to grit and perseverance, beginning with a $200 epiphany that transformed a simple "hustle" into a successful enterprise. His story exemplifies the "rags to riches" mentality, highlighting his dedication to self-reliance and his commitment to uplifting his community through his work.
Before diving into the next exciting story, Besa takes a moment to express her heartfelt gratitude to the incredible guest hosts who stepped up during her absence. She acknowledges Jazz From Seattle, Lex Scope, Mark TellsYa, Tavis Conway, and Deaunte Damper for their unwavering support, noting how each brought their authentic selves and unique style to the show, ensuring viewers remained engaged and entertained. This segment is a sincere thank you to those who helped keep the Back2Besa spirit alive.
Back in Seattle's Central District, the spotlight falls on the Daddy's Stroller Social Club. This organization is passionately cultivating vital spaces for fathers, fostering emotional vulnerability, Black joy, and a renewed sense of purpose. The segment captures these dedicated dads with their kids in tow, often with strollers, at Barnett Park, where they were even joined by local firefighters and Buffalo Soldiers, creating a powerful visual of community and shared fatherhood.
Finally, the episode concludes with a special visit to Tacoma for the exclusive premiere of Nate Jackson's inaugural Netflix special, "Super Funny." Held at his very own Super Funny Comedy Club, this invite-only event celebrated two decades of perseverance and self-made success for the comedian. From humble beginnings selling DVDs out of his car to headlining a Netflix special and owning his own club, Jackson's story is a compelling narrative of an artist who not only achieved his dreams but actively built an empire rooted in his hometown.
Catch Besa Gordon’s return to Back2Besa this weekend on Saturday at 10:30pm on FOX13 Seattle, Sunday on FOX13+, and free nationwide on the FOX Local App for Smart TV’s and phones.
