In a recent episode of We Live In Color, host Deaunte Damper sat down with Taylor Freeman, the program manager for the historic Seattle Black Film Festival, to discuss the festival's return this weekend and the importance of supporting Black art.

Acclaimed pageant queen Diamond St. James recently joined host Deaunte Damper on We Live In Color to share her decade-long journey from the streets of New Orleans to becoming a decorated titleholder in the Pacific Northwest.

Seattle-based artist Envi Jordan recently sat down with host Deaunte Damper on “We Live In Color” to share insights into his musical roots and his upcoming self-titled EP, “Envi.” 

Back for the second time this season, Jackie Vaughn, Executive Director of Surge Reproductive Justice, joined host Deaunte Damper on “We Live In Color,” bringing attention to the local urgency of Black maternal health and Surge’s upcoming film screening happening this Saturday, April 11th.

Yesterday, community activist Deaunte Damper joined The Mother’s Justice Show on 1150 KKNW with Converge Media co-founder Omari Salisbury, who filled in for the legendary Rev. Harriett Walden. The duo discussed Damper’s transformative work and its alignment with representing Seattle Pride. 

Jackie Vaughn, the Executive Director of Surge Reproductive Justice, recently joined host Deaunte Damper on “We Live in Color” to discuss the intersection of anti-racist organizing, Black maternal health, and the necessity of radical solidarity.

Grand Marshal Deaunte Damper and Seattle Pride Executive Director Patti Hearn joined Good Day Seattle this morning to discuss the 2026 Seattle Pride Parade set for Sunday, June 28. Detailing the celebration’s “Rally” theme, Hearn and Damper discussed the call for community solidarity and action.

Seattle Pride has officially announced that community activist Deaunte Damper will serve as a Grand Marshal for the 2026 Seattle Pride Parade, alongside the Seattle Torrent women's hockey team.

In celebration of Women's History Month, the latest episode of “We Live in Color” highlighted the resilience of Black women through the personal journey of community healer, podcaster, and mother Michaela Kyles. Joining host Deaunte Damper, Kyles explored the deeply personal intersections of grief, motherhood, and spiritual identity.

Washington State House of Representatives candidate Jaelynn Scott held a semi-private event at Métier Brewery in Seattle’s Central District, attended by family, friends, and local supporters on Sunday, March 15. That same night, community leader Koach Giggz hosted Scott’s official afterparty at Black & Tan Hall.

On a recent episode of “We Live in Color,” host Deaunte Damper welcomed community organizer, builder, and healer, Akoth Ombaka, to discuss the intersection of Blackness and the immigrant experience.

“We Live In Color” host Deaunte Damper recently stopped by McCaw Hall for Seattle Opera’s production “Fellow Travelers,” an operatic romance that delves deep into queer love and resilience during the 1950s Lavender Scare. During his visit, Damper met with “Fellow Travelers” lead performers Jarrett Ott and Colin Aikins, and director Kevin Newbury.

On a recent episode of “We Live in Color,” host Deaunte Damper welcomed Dr. Tiffany M. Johnson to explore her extensive journey as an author, community leader, and tireless advocate for youth development.

On a recent episode of “We Live In Color,” Rami El Gharib, a community healer and restorative justice advocate, sat down with host Deaunte Damper to discuss elevating justice systems to support marginalized voices and crime survivors. 

Over the weekend, 100 Black Parents’ Reclaiming The Village series brought together Black families, community leaders, and educators at Garfield High School to address deep-seated issues facing Black students and families in Seattle.

“We Live In Color” returns for Season 4 this Thursday. This year, we're taking our mission to the next level with the Seattle Gay News (SGN) Community Brief. In partnership with Seattle Gay News, one of the country's longest-running LGBTQIA+ publications, “We Live In Color” is set to make a greater impact and forge more meaningful community connections than ever before.

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the community gathered at Garfield High School to celebrate the civil rights leader’s life and legacy, marking 65 years since Dr. King himself walked the campus grounds. Amidst the annual rally and march organized by the Seattle MLK Jr. Organizing Coalition, The Big O spoke with “The Day With Trae” host Trae Holiday and “We Live In Color” host Deaunte Damper to reflect on the progress made and the work that still remains.

Dominique Stephens, an influential leader and drag king in Seattle joined host Deaunte Damper in July on “We Live In Color” to discuss her artistic and emotional journey, her perspective on activism, and the strength she draws from her identity and mother. Stephens, who Damper called a part of the compass of his heart and leadership, has been a sought-after guest since the show's first season.

In an interview earlier this year on "We Live in Color,” host Deaunte Damper talked with the CEO of Tea With T LLC Amari Leach, who shared his journey from overcoming personal struggles to becoming a passionate advocate for youth and the LGBTQIA+ community.

In an episode of "We Live in Color” in June 2025, host Deaunte Damper welcomed back Koach Giggz, an Emmy-award-winning choreographer, for a candid conversation about major life changes, artistic achievements, and the necessity of community.