For the past two months, Scope Screenings has emerged as an essential film festival in Seattle’s Central District, fostering community and showcasing diverse talent in Seattle's Central District. Held monthly at the Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute, the event brings together filmmakers, musicians, and artists for a unique and informal celebration of creativity.

This week on Back2Besa, Sharron Hayes, owner and CEO of Braided & Dreaded, is sharing her powerful story of perseverance and cultural advocacy through her personal perspective on hair. Hayes and producer Evanne Robinson share their perspectives behind the production process in telling the resilient story of Braided and Dreaded.

Back2Besa is back with another weekend full of stories that highlight culture, community, and resilience across the Pacific Northwest. This episode of Back2Besa takes viewers on a journey through powerful calls to action, unimaginable resilience, and the bread and butter of culture that remind us why representation and connection matter.

Last month, the Cajun and Creole Festival in Kent, Washington brought the flavor of Louisiana to the Pacific Northwest with delicious food, live music, and energy through the roof. Reginald Robinson, owner of Altha's Louisiana Cajun Store and Deli and organizer of the festival, affirmed the "love in the air.”

Besa Gordon joined Good Day Seattle this morning to talk about Braided and Dreaded, a hairstylist in Puyallup serving military and high profile clients. Besa explained that owner Sharron Hayes, a decorated US Army veteran, channeled her life’s challenges into her craft behind the chair, and is all about preserving Black cultural authenticity one braid at a time. 

Marcus Harden, curator of the "History Lives Here" Museum exhibit at the Northwest African-American Museum, is all about celebrating local heroes. For the past eight years, he's been writing a blog every Black History Month, shining a light on people he's met and those doing amazing things in the community.

R&B singer, songwriter, and producer Kevin Ross caught up with Besa Gordon to share insights into his journey, artistry, and what fans can expect from his latest project. Known for blending soulful vocals with timeless songwriting, Ross continues to carve out his lane as an independent trailblazer in the music industry.

Chef Trey Lamont, owner of Jerk Shack Kitchen in Seattle’s Central District, introduced his new and exciting take on a classic with his jerk-smoked ribeye steak sandwich. While walking us through the cooking process, Trey embodied a dedication to fresh ingredients, culinary innovation, and making it all happen with high energy and passion. 

Back2Besa is back with a throwback episode highlighting Besa’s favorite spots south of Seattle but North of Tacoma. This episode of Back2Besa takes viewers on a tour of incredible Black business like Moe Vegan, Curl Garden, the Trap Lab, and more through Kent, Fife, Milton, and everything in between.

When ​​LaMont Williams was just 29, he was hit with a startling diagnosis: kidney disease. Two years later and with a baby on the way, he was on dialysis, fighting for the future of not just himself, his wife Felicia Williams and their family.

This morning, Besa Gordon joined Good Day Seattle to talk about the influence and loss of Downtown Seattle’s WOW Gallery at Pacific Place. While mourning the closure of the gallery, Besa took us back to one of WOW’s Juneteenth celebrations, illustrating the comfort and healing many Black women have experienced when visiting WOW.

Because you can't get enough of it (and who could blame you?), we're thrilled to announce that Back2Besa is so nice, they're playing it thrice!

That's right! In addition to the regular airings, a brand-new second replay is being added to the schedule. Starting Sunday, September 21st, you can catch Back2Besa at a new time on FOX13+!

In a post-2020 landscape defined by calls for systemic change, the Washington State Office of Equity stands as a testament to a government actively striving for fairness. Established in 2020 through legislation, this office isn't just another bureaucratic entity; it's a direct response to community advocacy and a commitment to transforming how government operates for all its residents.

Besa Gordon joined Good Day Seattle with Erin Mayovsky to talk about the newest Profiles in Black Leadership on Back2Besa. This week highlights Megan Matthews, Director of Washington State’s Office of Equity. As Besa put it: “I love a good started-from-the-bottom story.

A recent networking mixer held on the picturesque rooftop of The State Hotel in downtown Seattle highlighted the mission of WeRise Wines to foster community and create generational wealth through diverse wine selections. The event, featuring WeRise Wines, brought together professionals and locals for an afternoon of connection and discovery.

It's an exciting time for "Profiles in Black Leadership" as Besa Gordon prepares to release a new installment on her show Back2Besa on FOX13 Seattle and nationally on FOX SOUL, this time spotlighting Megan Matthews, Director of the Washington State Office of Equity, this weekend.

Back2Besa is back with another weekend full of stories that highlight culture, community, and resilience across the Pacific Northwest. This episode of Back2Besa takes viewers on a journey through powerful performances, heartfelt celebrations, and unforgettable moments that remind us why representation and connection matter.

#ThePostman - Converge Media’s Omari Salisbury appeared on Good Day Seattle with Erin Mayovsky yesterday morning on FOX13 Seattle to discuss the closure of The Postman, a beloved business in Seattle’s Central District.

By Besa Gordon - Did you miss the Wing & Soul Food Competition that went down at Supernova? Well I didn’t and let me tell you—it was a whole taste test adventure.