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.

When we say Portland knows how to keep the weekend lit, Tra’Renee always proves me right. On this week’s City Beats, she dropped the rundown of events that had us ready to hop on Amtrak and pull up.

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.

This week on Almost The Weekend, Besa Gordon and Curtis “Cuddy” Delgardo are back with a full lineup of events, culture, and community.

On today’s episode of “The Day With Trae,” Sheila Kay, founder of Inspirational Productions, shared exciting updates about her work, including an upcoming show on Saturday and her company's mission with guest host Alicia Crank.

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.”

Seattle's Central District recently witnessed a significant step in the ongoing fight for generational homeownership. Myron Curry, a generational owner of a property with a rich 75-year family history, held a groundbreaking ceremony for two new accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in his backyard. This project is more than just new construction; it's a powerful testament to community resilience and innovative solutions in the face of gentrification and rising housing costs.

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. 

In a recent interview with guest host of "The Day with Trae” Alicia Crank, Cherryl Jackson, President of the Board of Delegates for Homestead Community Land Trust (HCLT) shared details about the organization's upcoming annual fundraiser this Saturday featuring Representative Stacey Abrams, and dove into the impacts and importance of community land trusts.

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.

In a determining moment for the future of the Emerald City, Mayor Bruce Harrell and challenger Katie Wilson squared off in a spirited debate in the Black Media Matters studio last night. Moderated by host and executive producer of Converge Media’s Community Voices, Angela Poe Russell and FOX 13 Seattle’s David Rose, the debate sparked crucial dialogue and opposing strategies on public safety, affordability and housing, public transportation and accessibility, and Seattle’s Black community.

A recent episode of "The Day with Trae" featured Dr. Angela Griffin, CEO of Byrd Barr Place, for a conversation about her journey, the organization's work, and an important new campaign titled “For the Record.”

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. 

Pacific Northwest Ballet raises the curtain for its 53rd season with Jewels, George Balanchine's dazzling homage to three golden ages of music and dance. Emeralds whispers of grace, courtesy, and French perfume; Rubies sizzles with American sass; and Diamonds conjures the glittering magnificence of old St. Petersburg. PNB's production of Jewels is adorned with costumes and scenic designs created exclusively for the company in 2017 by Jérôme Kaplan.

Did somebody say Ezell’s Chicken is throwing back prices to $3.99 and releasing fresh new merch? Lewis Rudd, CEO of the iconic chicken shop, stopped by the Almost The Weekend set yesterday to share the news with Curtis and Besa about his promo celebrating their new partnership with Redbird Farms, which includes any two bone-in pieces and a roll for just $3.99 until September 30th.

Elisheba Johnson, co-founder of Wa Na Wari, a pioneering Black arts and cultural center nestled in Seattle's historically rich Central District, unveiled the organization's unique and vital role in the community on The Day With Trae earlier this month. 

A pillar of the Seattle and Snohomish County communities, Alicia Crank is a familiar and friendly face to many, especially to the Converge Media family. A frequent guest and guest host on "The Day With Trae," Alicia is known for her vibrant personality and her deep commitment to nonprofit work and civic engagement. She recently shared with the Converge Media team a very personal and challenging chapter of her life: her journey to a major surgery.

"The Day With Trae" recently featured an insightful interview with author Vu Le, where he discussed his upcoming book and the vital work he has done to shed light on the nonprofit sector. Host Trae Holiday welcomed Le to the show, emphasizing the importance of the topic, especially for those involved in community-based organizational work and community organizing.