It All Begins Here

In the final episode of PNW Influencer & Creator Week on The Pop-Up!, guest host Deaunte Damper sat down with Seattle-based content creators and entrepreneurs Shanise Rakel and Idella Shakira.

Shanise, the creative force behind the "Nise in the Streets" platform and co-founder of Entity Candles, shared her journey as a music artist and her dedication to amplifying Seattle's Black creative community.

She was joined by Idella, a licensed aesthetician, owner of Lashed By Della, and founder of the networking organization Premier Connect, who highlighted unique lifestyle experiences and champions small businesses.

Together, they discussed their motivations, their impact on local Black culture, and the essential advice they have for aspiring creators looking to elevate their own platforms.

Last night on The Pop-Up!, guest host Sean Goode sat down with Seattle-based lifestyle and travel content creator Malik Phipps and hip-hop artist and streamer Lez2P for a dive into the creative process and creating community through content.

Malik shared his journey of transitioning from Nashville to Seattle, reflecting on how he maintains authenticity while balancing the pressure of content creation and discusses his path to finding his unique identity online. Lez2P offered insight into how his musical creativity informs his streaming work, highlighting the role of both mediums in fostering community.

Together, the guests explored their ultimate purpose as creators, influencing Black culture through their respective platforms, and share advice for those aspiring to make their own mark.

Last night on The Pop-Up!, guest host Sean Goode sat down with content creator and cultural critic Chappin Eze and Sync Seattle co-founders Tanise and Derrick Love.

Chappin discussed launching his digital media outlet Noise Ordinance, making local politics accessible, and influencing Black culture as a creator. Meanwhile, Tanise and Derrick Love shared how Sync Seattle fosters community connection, supports Black-led causes, and builds impactful networks across the city.

Last night, The Pop-Up! kicked off PNW Influencer and Creator Week by welcoming Tacoma-based humanitarian and influencer Kwabi Amoah-Forson and Seattle-based lifestyle creator Rasheed Romain.

With host The Big O, they explored their unique journeys in content creation, from Kwabi’s work with the "All Youth Can Eat" summer feeding program and his upcoming sitcom to Rasheed’s perspective as a first-generation Haitian-American father fostering positivity and community online.