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. 

This week on The Mother’s Justice Show, guest host Omari Salisbury welcomed former Washington State Representative Jesse Johnson to discuss his journey from the legislative rotunda back to deep-rooted community advocacy. 

By Ashleigh McCurdy - Last week, I experienced a night chock-full of intention and good vibes: the Men, Wine & Spirits Dinner, hosted by Urban Connoisseurs. Every detail was curated to perfection, every conversation meaningful, and every moment layered with purpose.

On this week’s episode of the Mother’s Justice Show, guest host Omari Salisbury sat down with Appollonia Washington, known affectionately as “Apple,” who shared her journey from growing up in a home daycare to leading major community safety and educational expansions in the neighborhood she calls home.

Sunday, April 19 marked a long-awaited moment of resilience and representation in Skyway, Washington when the community gathered for the grand opening of Black Panther Park, honoring the history and legacy of the Seattle Black Panther chapter. 

Surge Reproductive Justice, led by Executive Director Jackie Vaughn, and My Time for Massage recently hosted a screening of the documentary “The Ebony Canal” at Rainier Arts Center to commemorate Black Maternal Health Week.

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.

By Mead Gill - The organic movement of molten metal, lava, and water could be considered artistic statements in themselves. When Seattle-based jeweler and engineer Dorianne Attiogbé channels them, she fulfills a creative vision that refuses to compromise on heritage or style. 

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.

Pacific Northwest Ballet’s annual choreographers’ showcase, NEXT STEP, returns in May for three performances only, establishing its role as a laboratory for movement exploration and discovery in Seattle. 

As local communities encounter new obstacles and struggle for fair representation, platforms like Converge Media demonstrate that Black media is not merely a secondary option; it is a fundamental pillar of our democratic society and communal health. And it’s up to you to help keep the mission alive. 

By Omari Salisbury - The sun was hitting just right yesterday afternoon with the roof wide open at T-Mobile Park, setting the perfect backdrop for a day that felt more like a family reunion than a standard outing at the ballpark.

The Northwest African American Museum (NAAM) is presenting a special traveling exhibition honoring the enduring life and legacy of the legendary R&B vocalist, Luther Vandross, Artistry and Elegance.

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. 

For nearly two decades, Northwest icon Tra’Renee has been a foundational pillar of the media scene in Portland. She has evolved into an Emmy Award-winning host and producer, continually using her distinct voice for community support, joy, and collective uplift.

This past Friday, I had the pleasure of joining Tyrah Majors on ARC Seattle to discuss a historic moment for our city and the game of baseball. If you haven't heard the news, the Seattle Mariners are doing something no other Major League Baseball team has ever done: they’ve officially put a Negro League jersey—the Seattle Steelheads—into their regular season rotation.

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?”

If you’ve ever walked past the corner of Dave Niehaus Way and Royal Brougham in the SODO District of Seattle, you’ve felt the energy radiating from Steelheads Alley. It’s a space designed in the spirit of Black exceptionalism.

By Ashleigh McCurdy - There are moments in my work that feel less like assignments and more like access to legacy, brilliance, and a whole new world. My recent visit to the private boathouse gallery of legendary glass artist Dale Chihuly was exactly that.

This week on Back2Besa, we’re tapping into community, culture, and the power of showing up for one another—highlighting the people and spaces making a real impact across the Seattle area.