Host Trae Holiday welcomed Justin Pinder, the co-founder and executive director of the new nonprofit How2Listen on a recent episode of "The Day with Trae." Pinder shared his journey from a Seattle-raised artist to a music executive and detailed his organization's inspiring mission: to cultivate a thriving music ecosystem in the Pacific Northwest.

Host Trae Holiday recently welcomed Crystal Hairston, the founding director of the Lifted! Youth Gospel Choir, to "The Day with Trae." Hairston shared the incredible journey of the choir, which has grown from just a handful of children in 2020 to over 65 families, all centered on creating a space of belonging and mutual respect.

Lyndsey Williams, a licensed clinical social worker and founder of Kyla Care Therapy, joined host Trae Holiday on "The Day with Trae" to delve into the crucial, yet often overlooked, area of reproductive mental health. Williams explained that her specialty, reproductive mental health, is comprehensive, covering everything from period to perimenopause.

Next week marks the last week of “The Day With Trae” until February 15, 2026. Ending the season strong, the final five episodes will feature guests Kendra Liddell, Lyndsey Williams, Crystal Hairston, Justin Pinder, and Bob Kettle. Stay tuned for more updates on Trae’s return in February, 2026.

From the season finale of The Day With Trae to the world stage in Kenya, Trae Holiday is taking her brilliance global! Emceeing the Madaraka Festival, reconnecting with roots, and inspiring through legacy, culture, and community.

The Odunde Festival celebrates its 40th anniversary on November 16, offering a dynamic display of African arts, music, and cuisine in Seattle. This milestone event features cultural performances, workshops, and exhibitions, while also raising awareness for the soon-to-be-launched African Cultural Arts Center. Join us for a day that highlights diverse traditions and creative expressions, marking a major moment in Seattle's cultural scene.

The Odunde Festival celebrates its 40th year on November 16, bringing a vibrant showcase of African arts, music, and cuisine to Seattle. The event highlights cultural performances, workshops, and exhibitions while raising awareness for the upcoming African Cultural Arts Center. Explore a day filled with diverse traditions and creative expressions, marking a significant milestone in Seattle’s cultural landscape.

Josalyn Ford, Chief Advancement Officer of the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle, discussed the upcoming 23rd Annual Breakfast on November 22. This year’s event, themed “Era of Essential Service,” will feature prominent speakers Taraji P. Henson and Hill Harper, emphasizing the importance of equity, advocacy, and community engagement.

On this episode of The Day with Trae, guest host Deontay Damper sits down with award-winning playwright, composer, lyricist, and actor Justin Huertas. Known for his unique, comic-inspired musical style, Huertas discusses his latest project, TRIPLE FIRE SIGN, a concert event at Intiman Theatre’s new cabaret series running November 4-5, 2024.

In a recent episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomed Kibibi Monie, an accomplished performer and educator. Monie discussed her drama classes at the Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute, aimed at empowering young people. Titled Let’s Tell Stories, the program offers weekly sessions through November 20th, following a “Pay What You Can” model to ensure accessibility for all.

On The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomed menopause mentor Danyale Thomas to discuss the complexities of menopause, sharing insights from their ongoing series about the symptoms and effects that women face. Trae acknowledged experiencing symptoms herself and emphasized how Danyale's discussions had helped her understand and attribute them to menopause rather than personal health failures.

In a recent episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday sat down with Kyle Johnson, the Executive Director and Co-founder of AVELA (A Vision for Engineering Literacy & Access) and a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Washington. The conversation revolved around the upcoming Hip Hop Climate Conference, which will take place on November 7th at the University of Washington.

In this interview on The Day with Trae, hosted by Trae Holiday, guest Owuor Arunga discusses his deep connection to the Seattle arts scene, the importance of community, and his musical journey. Arunga is an accomplished trumpeter and producer, known for his work with renowned artists and projects such as The Heist by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis.

In this interview on The Day with Trae, Trae Holiday welcomes back Keith Tucker, founder of Hip Hop is Green, to discuss the upcoming Hip Hop Climate Conference on November 7th at the University of Washington.

In a recent episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomed Marcus Harden, co-founder of the Academy for Creating Excellence, joined host Trae Holiday to discuss his journey in education and the upcoming ACE Scholarship Gala.

In a recent episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomed, Hannah Madgett, co-host of the upcoming Seattle Wellness Summit, to discuss the transformative event dedicated to holistic health and well-being. Taking place on Saturday, October 19th, the summit is co-hosted by Crunch & Brunch and Grateful 2 Move and promises a day full of activities designed to nourish mind, body, and spirit.

In a recent episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomed Angela M. Davis, founder of Community Connections Seattle Unlimited (CCS-Unlimited) and Favor Financial Services, about her faith-based financial empowerment event on October 19, 2024.

In a recent episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomed Taylor Farley, who came on the show to discuss the Queer Power Alliance (QPA). The QPA is an organization founded in 2005 to support the LGBTQIA+ community. Initially established as an allyship group, QPA became a nonprofit in 2018. Farley became the executive director during the pandemic, leading to a rebranding that emphasized the organization's mission: building collective power for LGBTQIA+ liberation.

In a recent episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomes NaKeesa Frazier-Jennings, an entrepreneur and passionate advocate for racial and social justice. Their discussion centers around the significance of elevating Black women's experiences, particularly through art and writing.

In a recent episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday sat down with artist George Jennings to discuss his solo exhibit at ARTE NOIR, which showcases powerful portraits of Black women and girls.