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Activism and Community Curation: Prince Reece on Giving Back to Skyway
Community organizer and cultural curator Prince Reece recently appeared on The Day With Trae with host Trae Holiday to discuss the origins of his advocacy and share details about the upcoming 2026 Skyway Nia Festival.
Jackie Vaughn and Myesha Mitchell Champion Black Women’s Health on 'The Day With Trae'
In an inspiring episode of The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomed two prominent Pacific Northwest community leaders: Jackie Vaughn, Executive Director of Surge Reproductive Justice, and Myesha Mitchell, owner of My Time for Massage.
Cinnamon Jovon Discusses Self-Love Rituals and New Acting Venture on The Day With Trae
On a recent episode of The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomed author, podcaster, and self-described "intuitive creative" Cinnamon Jovon to the Black Media Matters Studio.
Dr. Tafona Ervin Discusses Burnout, Decision Fatigue, and ‘The Release Experience’
In a fast-paced, high-stress world, leadership often comes with a hidden cost: burnout, isolation, and decision fatigue. On a recent episode of The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday sat down with Dr. Tafona Ervin to discuss how her venture, the Ervin Consulting Group, is working to change that narrative.
Transforming the Immigration Journey: How Priyanka Kulkarni’s Casium Merges AI and Human Expertise
Priyanka Kulkarni, CEO of Casium, is redefining the immigrant professional experience by merging high-level AI with human expertise. She is tackling the systemic flaws in the U.S. immigration process that she personally navigated for over ten years.
Centering Community Voices: Ida Keeley Sets Her Sights on the 39th District
In a recent episode of The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomed Ida Keeley, a candidate running for State Representative in Washington’s 39th Legislative District.
Transforming Mindsets: EL’ona Kearney and the Power of Purpose
On a recent episode of The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday sat down with transformational architect EL’ona Kearney to discuss her groundbreaking work through her company, Mindset Reset.
Jeffrey Cheatham II Unveils New Literacy Program ‘Literally Ours’ on The Day With Trae
Author and program coordinator Jeffrey Cheatham II recently appeared on The Day With Trae to announce the launch of "Literally Ours," a new literacy initiative under the organization Acts On Stage.
Artist Karlos Farrar: From Detroit Roots to Seattle’s Music Scene
Multifaceted artist Karlos Farrar recently joined host Trae Holiday on The Day With Trae to discuss his career as a singer, songwriter, actor, and scriptwriter.
Healing the Community: Inside La Tanya Horace-DuBois’ Vision for The Silent Task Force
Founder and Executive Director of The Silent Task Force La Tanya Horace-DuBois recently appeared on The Day With Trae with host Trae Holiday to discuss her extensive career in community health and insights into the issues of sex trafficking and health disparities affecting the Black community.
Building Community One Pop at a Time: Amanda and Tariq Sahali's Vision for Seattle
Amanda and Tariq Sahali recently appeared on The Day With Trae with host Trae Holiday to share their journey of entrepreneurship, from cooling down neighborhoods with artisanal popsicles to tackling the region's daunting housing crisis.
Honoring Black Motherhood: Ed Taylor Talks His New Memoir ‘The Power of the River’
Author Ed Taylor recently sat down with host Trae Holiday on The Day With Trae to discuss his new book, The Power of the River. What began as a series of private stories for a friend in need evolved into a memoir that celebrates the resilience of community and the legacy of Black motherhood.
Bridging Heritage and Horizon: How Dorianne Attiogbé Weaves Togo, Paris, and Seattle into Jewelry
On a recent episode of The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomed Dorianne Attiogbé, the visionary founder and designer behind the jewelry brand Atiwo.
Darren Drone Talks Seattle Opera’s ‘Carmen’ and Historically Relevant Power Dynamics
Opera singer Darren Drone recently joined host Trae Holiday on “The Day With Trae” to discuss his history as a singer, his current role in Seattle Opera’s Carmen, and the show’s harrowing relevance in modern society.
Bringing the Brilliance Home: J'Nai Bridges Returns to Seattle for ‘Carmen’
Mezzo-soprano opera singer J'Nai Bridges is making a triumphant return to her hometown of Seattle for her official, fully staged operatic debut with Seattle Opera in the title role of Carmen.
Bridging History and Community: Geordan Newbill Talks The Buffalo Soldiers of Seattle
On a recent episode of “The Day With Trae,” host Trae Holiday welcomed Geordan Newbill, the Buffalo Soldiers of Seattle program director, to explore the impact of equine programs on the youth and community at large.
Philip ‘Sharp Skills’ Jacobs Elevates Northwest Hip-Hop with New Residency and Book
Philip "Sharp Skills" Jacobs, a multifaceted artist, recently launched The Rebel Residency, the first-ever hip-hop residency in Tacoma, Washington. He recently joined host Trae Holiday on “The Day With Trae” to dive into it.
The Joint is Jumping: Actor Erica Walker Talks Taproot Theatre’s ‘Ain't Misbehavin'’
This week on “The Day with Trae,” host Trae Holiday welcomed Taproot Theatre actor Erica Walker to discuss her theatrical debut in Ain’t Misbehavin’ and the collective power of the Black community in Seattle.
From Forklifts to Fades: How Juice Fades Manifested His Celebrity Barber Dream
On a recent episode of “The Day With Trae,” host Trae Holiday sat down with a man who truly understands the power of manifesting a vision: award-winning Tacoma-based celebrity barber Juice Fades.
‘You Just Got to Believe in It’: Zaina The Phenom on Her New Book, Music, and Growth
Nine-year-old Zaina The Phenom recently joined host Trae Holiday on “The Day With Trae.” A consummate performer, rapper, songwriter, and speaker, Zaina has added "author" to her impressive resume with the release of her children's book, “Zaina The Mermaid... Or Not?”
