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‘Your Voice Matters’: Deaunte Damper Hosts We Live In Color Special: The People, The Policy, The Ballot
Ahead of the midterm elections in King County and Washington state on Nov. 3, community advocate Deaunte Damper hosted the We Live in Color Special: The People, The Policy, The Ballot, convening local leaders, organizers, and policy advocates to dissect three key ballot measures: Initiative 645, Initiative 638, and Initiative 001.
100 Episodes of Black Queer Excellence: ‘We Live In Color’ Celebrates Historic Milestone Live at Langston Hughes
The air inside the historic Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute was filled with an undeniable sense of purpose, warmth, and celebration as community members, artists, and advocates gathered to mark a monumental milestone: the We Live In Color 100th Episode Live Show, hosted by Deaunte Damper in September.
PHOTOS: Black Joy Connects Deaunte Damper’s Birthday Bash & We Live In Color 100th Episode
Black joy lives and breathes in Colman Commons. Looking back at these photo booth snapshots from Deaunte Damper's birthday celebration at Colman Commons, the room overflowed with Black joy, laughter, and pure love, expertly captured by Smile Patrol NW.
Deaunte Damper To Mark the 100th Episode of We Live in Color With Christopher Livingston and Jaelynn Scott
Join Converge Media for the 100th episode of We Live in Color, a special live event celebrating host Deaunte Damper and the Season 4 finale, taking place on Thursday, September 10th at the historic Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute.
Screening Black Excellence: Taylor Freeman Talks the 23rd Annual Seattle Black Film Festival
On a recent episode of We Live In Color, host Deaunte Damper sat down with Taylor Freeman, the program manager for the historic Seattle Black Film Festival, to discuss the festival's return this weekend and the importance of supporting Black art.
From the Lower Ninth Ward to the Pacific Northwest: The Radiant Journey of Diamond St. James
Acclaimed pageant queen Diamond St. James recently joined host Deaunte Damper on We Live In Color to share her decade-long journey from the streets of New Orleans to becoming a decorated titleholder in the Pacific Northwest.
Envi Jordan Talks Self-Love, Musical Roots, and Charting Success on 'We Live In Color'
Seattle-based artist Envi Jordan recently sat down with host Deaunte Damper on “We Live In Color” to share insights into his musical roots and his upcoming self-titled EP, “Envi.”
‘Rooted in Care’: Jackie Vaughn on Addressing the Black Maternal Health Crisis
Back for the second time this season, Jackie Vaughn, Executive Director of Surge Reproductive Justice, joined host Deaunte Damper on “We Live In Color,” bringing attention to the local urgency of Black maternal health and Surge’s upcoming film screening happening this Saturday, April 11th.
Building Power for Black Liberation: Jackie Vaughn’s Vision for Justice
Jackie Vaughn, the Executive Director of Surge Reproductive Justice, recently joined host Deaunte Damper on “We Live in Color” to discuss the intersection of anti-racist organizing, Black maternal health, and the necessity of radical solidarity.
Deaunte Damper Announced as Seattle Pride 2026 Grand Marshal
Seattle Pride has officially announced that community activist Deaunte Damper will serve as a Grand Marshal for the 2026 Seattle Pride Parade, alongside the Seattle Torrent women's hockey team.
Michaela Kyles on ‘The Work of Loving’ and Navigating Grief and Identity
In celebration of Women's History Month, the latest episode of “We Live in Color” highlighted the resilience of Black women through the personal journey of community healer, podcaster, and mother Michaela Kyles. Joining host Deaunte Damper, Kyles explored the deeply personal intersections of grief, motherhood, and spiritual identity.
Reframing the Narrative with Akoth Ombaka: Why Immigration is a Fundamental Black Issue
On a recent episode of “We Live in Color,” host Deaunte Damper welcomed community organizer, builder, and healer, Akoth Ombaka, to discuss the intersection of Blackness and the immigrant experience.
Seattle Opera’s ‘Fellow Travelers’ Explores Queer Love and Resilience During the Lavender Scare
“We Live In Color” host Deaunte Damper recently stopped by McCaw Hall for Seattle Opera’s production “Fellow Travelers,” an operatic romance that delves deep into queer love and resilience during the 1950s Lavender Scare. During his visit, Damper met with “Fellow Travelers” lead performers Jarrett Ott and Colin Aikins, and director Kevin Newbury.
Dr. Tiffany M. Johnson Talks Building Community Through Mentorship and Representation
On a recent episode of “We Live in Color,” host Deaunte Damper welcomed Dr. Tiffany M. Johnson to explore her extensive journey as an author, community leader, and tireless advocate for youth development.
Restorative Justice Advocate Rami El Gharib Pioneers Healing for Crime Survivors and Marginalized Communities
On a recent episode of “We Live In Color,” Rami El Gharib, a community healer and restorative justice advocate, sat down with host Deaunte Damper to discuss elevating justice systems to support marginalized voices and crime survivors.
The Unapologetic Path of Monisha Harrell: A Legacy of Advocacy and Community
On the season premiere of “We Live in Color,” community organizer Monisha Harrell joined host Deaunte Damper to share insights into her career as Seattle's first Black, lesbian Senior Deputy Mayor and a fierce advocate for LGBTQ+ rights in Washington State.
Together As A Collective: ‘We Live In Color’ and Seattle Gay News Announce Season 4 Partnership
“We Live In Color” returns for Season 4 this Thursday. This year, we're taking our mission to the next level with the Seattle Gay News (SGN) Community Brief. In partnership with Seattle Gay News, one of the country's longest-running LGBTQIA+ publications, “We Live In Color” is set to make a greater impact and forge more meaningful community connections than ever before.
Dominique Stephens on Community, Leadership, and Being Unsilenced
Dominique Stephens, an influential leader and drag king in Seattle joined host Deaunte Damper in July on “We Live In Color” to discuss her artistic and emotional journey, her perspective on activism, and the strength she draws from her identity and mother. Stephens, who Damper called a part of the compass of his heart and leadership, has been a sought-after guest since the show's first season.
Amari Leach: From Concrete to Color, A Journey of Healing and Empowerment
In an interview earlier this year on "We Live in Color,” host Deaunte Damper talked with the CEO of Tea With T LLC Amari Leach, who shared his journey from overcoming personal struggles to becoming a passionate advocate for youth and the LGBTQIA+ community.
Koach Giggz Talks His Emmy-Award-Winning Intro and Recent Relocation
In an episode of "We Live in Color” in June 2025, host Deaunte Damper welcomed back Koach Giggz, an Emmy-award-winning choreographer, for a candid conversation about major life changes, artistic achievements, and the necessity of community.
