Colman Commons never goes out of style. Fashion designer Nate Alexander recently stopped by Colman Commons to showcase his original, one-of-one custom designs from his brand Mainly Razedebar.

In an era dominated by manicured feeds and the relentless chase of the next viral trend, Seattle-based lifestyle creator Rasheed Romain is advocating for a different approach: honest, community-driven content creation.

Kicking off PNW Influencer & Creator week on The Pop-Up!, host The Big O welcomed Tacoma-based humanitarian, producer, and creator Kwabi Amoah-Forson, who pulled back the curtain on his life's mission and The Tacoma Show. 

The Seattle music and cultural landscape is witnessing the rise of a multi-talented force. On a recent episode of The Pop-Up! with host The Big O, artist Jwavy stopped by the Black Media Matters studios to discuss her unique artistry, community initiatives, and the philosophy driving her success.

On a recent episode of The Pop-Up!, host The Big O sat down with Seattle-born musician, mother, and cultural worker Moni Tep, also known as JusMoni. Tep brought insights into ancestral memory, community-led safety, and the vulnerability of motherhood.

When Keisha Credit walks into a room, the energy shifts. A Seattle-based entrepreneur, strategist, five-time founder, and community leader, Credit recently joined host The Big O on The Pop-Up! What followed was an hour of unfiltered storytelling, systemic critique, and a radical reclamation of Black joy.

Recently on The Pop-Up!, guest host Deaunte Damper sat down with two luminaries of the Pacific Northwest performing arts community: Mx. Pucks A'Plenty and Rebecca Mm Davis, co-producers of What the Funk?! Fest happening this weekend.

The Black Media Matter studio was recently filled with an undeniable sense of reverence and warmth as guest host Sean Goode sat down with a regional icon: Gordon McHenry Jr.

If you didn’t catch artist Gifted Gab on The Pop-Up!, now’s your chance to circle back, because host The Big O laid out the red carpet. As Seattle’s premier hip-hop pioneer, Gab pulled up for an expansive conversation on all things music, culture, and hustle. 

On an unconventional episode of All My Friends Are Dope, ToyBox Consulting & Management founder Katoya Palmer sat down with host Erik Kalligraphy in the Black Media Matters studio. 

Comedian Nate Jackson is a force to be reckoned with. Between his worldwide tour, Netflix special, and stacked comedy festival happening this week, he dropped by The Pop-Up! for a conversation with guest host Deaunte Damper. 

Philosopher and community leader Terrance Turner, also known as C.A.U.T.I.O.N., didn’t shy away from addressing his unfiltered truth during a recent appearance on The Pop-Up!: Tacoma Takeover.

The Pop-Up!: Tacoma Takeover host Elisha Michelle recently welcomed Savo, a Tacoma-based media professional, videographer, and the driving force behind the rapidly growing visual podcast and brand Get to Know ‘Em TV.

On a recent episode of The Pop-Up!, guest host Deaunte Damper sat down with community candidate for State Representative, Washington’s 37th Legislative District, Kelabe Tewolde.

Fashion designer and culture creator Nate Alexander joined host The Big O on The Pop-Up! last week. Fresh off a decade-long stint in Atlanta, Alexander returned to his hometown of Tacoma, Washington in 2025 to shake up the Pacific Northwest fashion landscape.

Returning to the Black Media Matter Studios for another installment of The Love Lab with Debrena on The Pop-Up!, Debrena Jackson Gandy recently sat down with host The Big O to deliver a reality check on the state of modern romance.

Cameroonian poet and spoken word artist Darryl Foto recently joined The Pop-Up! with host The Big O where he discussed his rich background, creative journey, and the roots of Black Joy in the Pacific Northwest. 

The vibes were high in the Black Media Matter studios this week when The Pop-Up! welcomed Colman Commons Executive Director Ashleigh McCurdy. With the city buzzing in anticipation, McCurdy took to the mic to discuss one of the most exciting community developments of the summer: the Colman Commons Grand Opening, happening tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. 

Recently on The Pop-Up!, hosted by The Big O, the Black Media Matter Studio transformed into a haven for raw, artistic reflection when R&B and hip-hop artist LIVt discussed the complexities of the Black experience, filmmaking, and the courage it takes for creators to truly find their voice.

Silas James, a candidate for Seattle City Council District 5, recently joined The Pop-Up! with host The Big O. Their conversation covered disability and lived experience, affordability, small business corridors like Lake City and Aurora, and long-term approaches to poverty and homelessness.