Tamica Gant, a registered nurse and the founder and CEO of Abundance Health LLC, recently joined The Pop-Up! with hosts The Big O and Deaunte Damper to discuss systemic healthcare disparities, community advocacy, and the growth of the annual BIPOC Health and Wellness Fair, happening this Saturday. 

The wait is over, Seattle. After nearly a year, healing arts studio Inside’s Open Mic Night is officially back, and this time, they’re planting roots. Starting Friday, July 31st, Inside has found its forever home at Colman Commons. This return isn’t just a restart; it’s a celebration of community, creativity, and the voices that make our city incredible. 

Journalist and South Seattle Emerald founder Marcus Harrison Green recently brought his signature depth, wit, and reflective energy to the latest episode of The Pop-Up!. Filling in for regular host The Big O, Deaunte Damper guided a conversation that touched on local economics, utility rate hikes, environmental justice, and the heavy emotional weight of the 4th of July.

On a recent episode of The Pop-Up!, host Deaunte Damper sat down with Jessica B. Thiessen, a project management professional and creative advocate. She discussed everything from rising utility bills to her upcoming community event, Sunrise Fair, happening this Saturday in Auburn, Washington.

Juneteenth is a day of reflection, celebration, and honoring those who continuously push the needle forward for racial equity. This past Juneteenth, the atmosphere at T-Mobile Park was electric, wrapped in history, and dedicated to uplifting one of King County’s most passionate advocates: Deaunte Damper.

In a recent episode of The Pop-Up!, host Deaunte Damper sat down for an emotionally resonant conversation with community leader and consultant Sean Goode. Goode joined Damper to unpack the complexities of leadership and mental health and share the core philosophy behind his latest endeavor, Movement Makers.

As we celebrate Seattle Pride 2026, we are witnessing an alignment that proves that when institutions and community leaders work together, we can bridge the gap in health equity. That’s why Seattle Pride 2026 Grand Marshal and We Live In Color host Deaunte Damper is partnering with the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) HIV Program.

In a recent episode of The Pop-Up, King County Regional Office of Gun Violence Prevention (ROGVP) Community Engagement Specialist Deaunte Damper discussed the intersection of personal identity, government action, and the urgent mission to end gun violence.

Taking control of our health is one of the most powerful ways to show love for ourselves and our community. This Pride season, Seattle Pride 2026 Grand Marshal and We Live In Color host Deaunte Damper is highlighting a key tool for our collective wellness: PrEP. 

June 1st marked the start of Pride Month in Seattle, and the community energy was palpable. Deaunte Damper, host of We Live In Color and Grand Marshal for Seattle Pride 2026, led the charge with back-to-back Pride Flag Raising ceremonies in the heart of downtown, signaling a month defined by equal parts celebration and activism.

Converge Media's fresh evening series, "The Pop-Up!", premiered on Monday with host The Big O and guests ProofNThePlay and Deaunte Damper.

On 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.