Deaunte Damper, The Big O, and Ashleigh McCurdy broke down impactful local stories, mental health awareness, and Deaunte’s recent birthday party in Coleman Commons.

The panel tackles this week's headlines, including Mayor Katie Wilson’s new solar-powered public restroom pilot program in Pioneer Square, recent shootings and acts of violence across Seattle, and the Black Heritage Society President Stephanie Johnson-Toliver’s recognition at yesterday’s Steelheads Sunday at T-Mobile Park.

The trio recaps Deaunte’s Official Birthday Pride Party held at Coleman Commons. With sponsorships from WeRise Wines and Métier Brewing, Converge friends and family came together to celebrate Deaunte and his historic accomplishment: being appointed the 2026 Seattle Pride Grand Marshal.

Finally, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, the hosts discuss recent controversy involving lifestyle guru Cheyenne Bryant and revisit moving words from Tacoma community leaders.