Seattle, WA – What began as a heartfelt initiative by dedicated neighbors 40 years ago has blossomed into a beacon of hope and opportunity for countless students in the Mount Baker community.

#Back2Besa - Jazz from Seattle appeared on Good Day Seattle with Erin Mayovsky yesterday to discuss King County's first-ever Summit on Crime Survivors. Held earlier this month, this significant event gathered crime survivors, victims' loved ones, elected officials, and various professionals to amplify the voices of those impacted by crime.

Get ready, Seattle! This week, we're thrilled to announce that our very own Jazz from Seattle is stepping into the national spotlight as she guest hosts Back2Besa on FOX SOUL. While Besa Gordon is on leave, Jazz is taking the reins, bringing her unique voice and perspective to a national audience – a massive leap for this talent from the Central District.

By Besa Gordon - Whew, can we chat for a moment? On this day, I stopped by Good Day Seattle for the first time in over a month since taking my break from Back2Besa. Topic? Juneteenth Events. Speaking of Juneteenth, shoutout to everyone I met, you truly allowed me to leave the festival with my heart full.

The Columbia City Beatwalk recently lit up the Rainier Valley with its annual Pride edition—an uplifting celebration of music, identity, and community. With live performances, vibrant local vendors, and an undeniable sense of joy, the event brought people of all backgrounds together for an unforgettable afternoon in South Seattle.

At Seattle Center’s M5 Creative Studios, a powerhouse collaboration unfolded between Glazers Camera, Elite Collective, and Converge Media—bringing together seasoned media professionals and rising creatives for a day of hands-on training, storytelling, and community-building.

This week’s Back2Besa segment on Good Day Seattle on FOX 13 took a powerful turn as guest host Tavis Conway stepped in to highlight a story rooted in heartbreak, hope, and community resilience. The interview centered on the life and legacy of Jaden Joannes, a graduate of Seattle’s Interagency Recovery High School who tragically passed away due to an overdose.

Seattle is in for a cultural first this summer as the Choma Festival makes its debut at Jimi Hendrix Park on Saturday, June 28 from 12–6 p.m. This free, family-friendly event is rooted in the East African tradition of Nyama Choma (Swahili for “grilled meat”)—a cookout-style gathering that’s about more than just the food. It’s about connection, joy, and shared experience.

Step into Island Soul in Seattle’s Columbia City, and you’re not just walking into a restaurant—you’re stepping into a legacy, a labor of love, and a cultural hub powered by family, flavor, and community.

As Seattle gears up to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the city’s excitement is captured in more than just stadiums and team announcements—it’s also in the art. Shogo Ota, a Japanese-born artist now based on Camano Island, was named the finalist behind Seattle’s official host city poster.

Get ready for an impactful episode of "Back2Besa" this week, hosted by guest host Tavis Conway! Stepping in for Besa Gordon, Tavis brings a fresh, youthful perspective as we explore the real and raw experiences of teens and young adults in Seattle.

The final Scope Screenings event of 2024 brought big energy, bold films, and even bolder community vibes to SIFF Cinema Uptown—and it all played out on a special Back2Besa episode guest-hosted by LexScope himself.

At the heart of Seattle’s youth empowerment movement is a stage—not a big one, but one that holds powerful stories, big dreams, and young voices ready to be heard. That stage belongs to Speak With Purpose (SWP), and their annual Rising Voices showcase is a celebration of what happens when children are given not just the mic—but the confidence to use it.

The Seattle Storm recently held their 11th annual Toy Drive benefiting Seattle Children's. It was a meaningful event, and a great display of the generosity of Storm fans who donated new, unwrapped toys during the May 30th game against the Atlanta Dream.

Seattle has a lot of stories to tell—and Team TellsYa is here to make sure they’re heard, seen, and felt. Led by the ever-energetic Mark TellsYa, this crew isn’t just about filming content. They’re building connections, uplifting local businesses, and showing love to the culture that makes the Pacific Northwest special.

In the heart of Seattle’s Rainier Beach neighborhood sits Bull Stewart’s Gym—a sanctuary where strength training meets soul work. This isn’t just a place to lift weights. It’s a hub for transformation, community connection, and generational empowerment.

Nestled in downtown Bellingham, Pickford Film Center isn’t just a theater—it’s a movement. As the only art house cinema open 365 days a year between Seattle and Vancouver, B.C., Pickford stands as a cultural cornerstone dedicated to telling powerful stories, supporting underrepresented filmmakers, and fostering connection through film.

In her latest Love Lab segment on Back2Besa, relationship coach Debrena Jackson Gandy delivers a powerful reality check: most of us aren’t actually getting to know the people we’re dating—we’re just measuring them against a checklist.

#SupportBlackBusiness - Reginald Robinson founded Altha’s Louisiana Cajun Store, located in downtown Kent, in 2016 with a vision to bring authentic Southern products to the Seattle area. Naming the store after his mother, he aimed to create more than just a business; he wanted a "home away from home" for his customers.

Seattle-based social media influencer and content creator Mark TellsYa joined Erin Mayovsky on Good Day Seattle. Mark, known for using his platform to uplift businesses and support community projects, shared insights into his world of content creation and highlighted a significant event: the 11th annual Rising Voices competition.