Seattle Chief of Police Shon Barnes recently joined "The Big O Show" in the Black Media Matter Studio to discuss the recent surge in gun violence and its impact on the city's youth. According to Chief Barnes, data from the past year showed a 63% increase in juveniles aged 13 to 17 listed as suspects.

Seattle City Council President Joy Hollingsworth recently joined “The Big O Show” to share her perspectives on the urgent need for a more empathetic, community-centered approach to the city’s ongoing gun violence crisis. 

Converge co-founders Erik Kalligraphy and The Big O recently attended the 2026 Black-Owned Business Excellence (BOBE) Symposium at the Seattle Public Library main branch. Aimed at addressing the significant challenges facing Black-owned businesses and honoring Black business owners and allies in the region, the Symposium introduced a new agenda centered on long-term business viability. 

The Big O recently sat down with Appollonia Washington, co-owner of 4 Apple Learning Center and Today’s Central, to discuss her 36-year legacy of serving the youth in the Central District. Washington is known for helping build the future of the CD, and her commitment to her longstanding familial legacy in the neighborhood. Offering classes ranging from STEM, art, fitness and cooking, she is committed to meeting every child’s unique needs.

“The Big O Show” recently hosted Tyrah Majors, a multi-hyphenate media powerhouse, two-time Emmy award-winning journalist, and anchor for ARC Seattle. Recognized on Forbes’ “30 Under 30” list as one of the youngest Black women in America in a lead on-air position in a major US market, Majors shared her incredible journey that led to this massive milestone.

The Big O joined Seattle News Weekly on Thursday to discuss two significant issues in King County: the upcoming Reclaiming The Village event at Garfield High School this weekend and the ongoing nonprofit fraud concerns.  

Converge Media's Omari “The Big O” Salisbury recently joined his brother Chukundi Salisbury Sr. on the Mother's Justice Show on 1150 KKNW to discuss his new show, “The Big O Show,” the legacy of their parents, and the emotional toll of covering the Seattle protests. Chukundi was filling in as host for the show's incredible founder and his mother, Reverend Harriet Walden.

“The Big O Show" recently hosted Anzhane Slaughter, the visionary and CEO of Young Black Homeowners (YBH), for a conversation with host The Big O about the importance of homeownership and the resources available to the Black community. Founded in 2022, YBH is a real estate education company dedicated to providing culturally relevant and trauma-informed home buyer education to guide buyers and sellers through the home-buying process.

Last night, The Big O joined Seattle News Tonight to discuss his recent conversation with Mayor-elect Katie Wilson on “The Big O Show.” Salisbury shared his post-interview reflections, offered insight into the new administration's structural changes and its strategy for tackling chronic issues in the Chinatown International District (CID), including Little Saigon. 

Converge Media’s Omari Salisbury (The Big O) joined Good Day Seattle this morning to share his takeaways from his recent interview with Mayor-elect Katie Wilson on “The Big O Show.” With less than one month until Wilson is sworn in, Salisbury offered a look into what Seattleites can expect from the new administration, from Wilson’s management style, her approach to City Hall, and her priorities on public safety and homelessness. 

On a recent episode of "The Big O Show," The Big O interviewed Manny Santiago, the Chief of Equity and Community Partnerships for Washington Health Benefit Exchange, to provide essential updates and information about health insurance options in the state. The discussion emphasized the importance of applying for coverage, despite the perception that navigating health insurance can be a daunting maze.

Mayor-elect Katie Wilson recently appeared on “The Big O Show” to discuss her transition into office and her administration's priorities, including homelessness and public safety. Wilson announced for the first time that she will keep Shon Barnes as Seattle Police Chief. "I've had several conversations now with Chief Barnes and I will be retaining him as our police chief,” she said. 

In a recent interview on The Day With Trae, author, filmmaker, and Seattle Film Commissioner KD Hall sat down with guest host Omari Salisbury to discuss her new book, “Sacred Pause,” and the transformative power of grief and focusing one's mission.

Last week on The Day with Trae, guest host Omari Salisbury welcomed JB Proctor-Mills, a pastor and Prevention and Intervention (PI) Specialist with Seattle Public Schools (SPS), to discuss the critical challenges facing young people today.

On a recent episode of The Day With Trae, Paul Sanders joined guest host Omari Salisbury to talk about his career in cinematography and production, and his strong relationship with Converge Media and the TV show Back2Besa. A seasoned professional who wears many hats, including videographer, cinematographer, editor, director, and producer, Sanders shared his journey from his roots in photography to his current work in creative direction and video production.

“We have a live director from Saudi Arabia…” These were my words on June 4th while accepting an Emmy Award on behalf of Converge Media. Salman Albuqayshi was whom I was speaking of, for almost a year now he has been the live director for the Morning Update Show, The Day With Trae, The Factorz TV, We Live In Color, The Truth With Proof, and countless specials the aired on Converge. However, last Friday, we held a going away party for Salman as he moves on to the next phase of his career.