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Back2Besa

Back2BESA is an engaging and informative weekly show that highlights the latest trends, celebrates inspiring stories, and features interviews with notable people.

The hour-long show, airing on Fox 13 and Fox 13 +, is the place where you can explore a different side of the Pacific Northwest and the people who make it special. You can also see Back2Besa anywhere on FOX13Seattle.com and on the FOX13Seattle App.

Back2Besa is the most unique and uplifting hour on Local TV! Join us each week for a dose of positivity and inspiration that's sure to make your week better!

The Day With Trae

The Day With Trae is the perfect way to get your morning started. Join TraeAnna Holiday Monday to Friday from 11 - 11:30 am as she brings a variety of guests to the Black Media Matters Studio. Trae plans to focus on Black brilliance from around the Puget Sound, bringing various guests and topics to her show each day.

Viewers can expect exciting content curated around themes like health & wellness, fashion, travel, business and more. The show will also feature recurring guests and segments centered around community wellness and education.

More From We Live In Color

We Live In Color

We Live In Color is a platform to introduce the community to a lot of our strong BLACK leaders in the LGBTQ+ community.

When we have conversations about “the diaspora of the Black community” we in Black Queer are only included if we ask, or when the grant funding comes in, or when pride comes. Now it’s time we the people have a respected and safe platform in our community to share our stories and calls to action.

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OUR SHOWS

The Day With Trae

Weekdays from 11 - 11:30 AM

The Day With Trae is the perfect way to get your morning started. Join TraeAnna Holiday Monday to Friday from 11 - 11:30 am as she brings a variety of guests to the Black Media Matters Studio. Trae plans to focus on Black brilliance from around the Puget Sound, bringing various guests and topics to her show each day. Viewers can expect exciting content curated around themes like health & wellness, fashion, travel, business and more. The show will also feature recurring guests and segments centered around community wellness and education.

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Back2Besa

Saturdays at 10:30 pm on FOX 13 Seattle | Sundays at 10 am on FOX 13+

Back2BESA is an engaging and informative weekly show that highlights the latest trends, celebrates inspiring stories, and features interviews with notable people.

Join Seattle's own Besa Gordon for a vibrant and inspiring experience every week! Tune in to FOX 13 Seattle on Saturdays at 10:30 pm and catch the replay on Sundays at 10 am on FOX 13+ for a show that celebrates the heart and soul of the Pacific Northwest.

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We Live In Color

Thursdays at 8 pm

We live in color is a platform to introduce the community to a lot of our strong BLACK leaders in the LGBTQ+ community.

When we have conversations about “the diaspora of the Black community” we in Black Queer are only included if we ask, or when the grant funding comes in, or when pride comes. Now it’s time we the people have a respected and safe platform in our community to share our stories and calls to action.

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Circling Seattle Sports

Every Monday afternoon at 4 PM PST/7 PM EST

Circling Seattle sports is a show that covers all of the professional sports teams in the area of the 206. The host of the show is Charles Hamaker, who works to bring a local and authentic eye to the events and news of your local teams.

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Seattle News Views and Brews

Wednesdays at 7 pm

Join host Brian Callanan (Seattle Channel) for the video edition of Seattle News, Views, and Brews! Originally a podcast, this show is a 20-minute discussion about what’s happening in local politics, with a special focus on transportation.

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Art Of The Matter

New Season Coming Soon

Art Of The Matter, hosted by TDUB seeks to bring a more personal perspective to the world of art. We are in a time when art is being consumed at an increased rate, between large-scale public murals, art planning in development, and digital art, the demand is high. But what about the people who create it? Art Of The Matter hopes to be a platform for artists to express what thoughts, feelings, and emotions are present in their works and provide viewers with a unique backstory on some of the art world's greatest creations.

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Community Voices

Airs as a special broadcast

Community Voices is a platform for listening and learning as community members ranging from residents to elected officials speak one on one regarding today’s toughest challenges and how to effectively navigate them. Airs as a special segment with a variable schedule.

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