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Winfield Ezell Jr: A Storyteller's Journey at Converge Media

Winfield Ezell Jr joins Trae in the Black Media Matters Studio. He talks about his new role with Converge Media as the Chief Storyteller and how he's bringing his longstanding career expertise to the team. Winfield shares his journey from Mississippi to the Pacific Northwest, emphasizing the power of community-driven narratives.

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DJ Topspin: Innovating the Art of DJing in a Digital Age

DJ Topspin, also known as Blendiana Jones, shared insights into his innovative approach to DJing during the COVID-19 pandemic in his interview with Trae Holiday. He discussed adapting to online performances using the "tip jar" concept, which allowed DJs to continue their artistry despite venue closures.

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An Accidental Passion: How Whitney Williams Created Brown Girl Charcuterie

Whitney Williams, the creative force behind Brown Girl Charcuterie, sat down with Trae Holiday to recount her unexpected entry into the world of charcuterie, sparked by a desire to host a memorable birthday party. Whitney emphasizes the importance of supporting local businesses and creating lasting memories for her clients.

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Presidential Transportation CEO La’Keith Asphy Shares His Journey on Building A Transportation Empire

In his interview with Trae Holiday, La’Keith Asphy owner of Presidential Transportation shared the inspiring story of his transportation business's expansion, speaking about the pride of owning commercial vehicles with his name on them, a rarity among Black business owners. Asphy detailed his company's growth from a small limo service to a fleet including luxury coaches and party buses.

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From Pop-Ups to Powerhouse: Tina Fahnbulleh Dishes on Gold Coast Ghal Kitchen's Journey

Tina Fahnbulleh's passion for cooking began at the tender age of four, leading her on a flavorful journey from Philly to Minnesota and finally to Seattle. Her culinary adventure started with pop-ups and catering gigs, eventually blossoming into the beloved Gold Coast Ghal Kitchen seven years later.

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‘We Live in Color’ Shines Bright: Trae Holiday and Deaunte Damper Speak The Truth

The Day with Trae sits with Converge’s very own Deaunte Damper as he shares what he is looking forward to in 2025, and insights for his show We Live In Color. Deaunte admitted the host's chair was a "whole different ball game" and expressed newfound respect for Trae's role. The two shared a laughs and smiles in their first interview of 2025

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Trae Holiday reflects on ‘The Day with Trae’ as it enters its third season

After over 200 episodes in 2024, Trae Holiday is kicking off the third season of her show “The Day With Trae” more excited and inspired than ever. Season three is looking to bring a new level of informing, inspiring, and creating impact media for not just the Seattle community, but the world.

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Setting Pure Intentions for the New Year: Heru TchaasAmen Talks Aligning Your Energy and Purpose

As we welcome a new year, many of us find ourselves thinking about what we want to achieve and the goals we want to set. But how can we ensure that the intentions we set are truly aligned with our purpose and are achievable in the long run? Qigong instructor Instructor Heru TchaasAmen joined The Day With Trae last January to share his insights on how to approach setting intentions in a way that will have a lasting, positive impact.

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Converge Media: A Tapestry of Black Joy Woven Across the Pacific Northwest

This is more than just a video; it's a glimpse into the soul of a community, a celebration of the spirit that refuses to be dimmed. At Converge Media, we are storytellers, weaving narratives of resilience, creativity, and the undeniable power of Black joy.

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Nubian Knots and New Adventures: Trae Holiday Soaks In Kenyan Culture

Today was incredible! I spent the day exploring Mombasa with Shirley (@zyl_shirley,) who showed me around like a true local. We hit up the market, where Shirley made sure I was treated properly and gave me some personal insight into the city and culture. Then, we strolled along the waterfront and had the most amazing lunch at Char-Choma.

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