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Besa Gordon Shines a Light on Scope Screenings and Seattle's Creative Community
Yesterday morning, Besa Gordon, the dynamic host of Back2Besa, joined Mireya Garcia on Good Day Seattle to celebrate the successful conclusion of Scope Screenings' 2024 season. The Seattle-based film festival, now in its third year, has become a vital platform for local filmmakers and artists to showcase their work, fostering a vibrant and supportive creative community.
Besa Gordon Previews Inspiring Spokane NAACP Gala on Good Day Seattle
Yesterday, Besa Gordon, the dynamic host of Back2Besa on FOX 13 Seattle, sat down with Erin Mayovsky of Good Day Seattle to offer a sneak peek into this weekend's episode. The focus? The Spokane NAACP Freedom Fund Gala, an event that left a lasting impression on Gordon and attendees alike.
"Our Jazz History is Deep": Besa Gordon Uplifts Jackson Street Jazz Trail on Good Day Seattle
Besa Gordon, the host of Back2Besa, appeared on Good Day Seattle with Erin Mayovsky this week to give viewers a sneak peek of the Jackson Street Jazz Trail segment that will appear on Back2Besa this weekend. The trail, which was recently launched, celebrates Seattle's rich jazz history.
Marjorie Restaurant Shines Bright on Good Day Seattle
Marjorie's globally-inspired, locally-sourced menu is already a hit, with Jamaican jerk chicken, hush puppies, and bread pudding being crowd favorites. Besa raved about the hush puppies, saying, "I don't even like hush puppies, but I loved those." She also praised the restaurant's warm and inviting atmosphere, noting the thoughtful decor and overall ambiance.
Back2Besa Spotlights Seattle Golf Legend Bill Wright in Upcoming Episode
Besa Gordon joined Good Day Seattle host Erin Mayovsky to give a preview of this week's episode of Back2Besa, which focuses on the legacy of local golf legend Bill Wright. The episode highlights the recent renaming of Jefferson Golf Course to the Bill Wright Golf Complex, a testament to Wright's efforts to break down barriers and promote inclusivity in the sport.
Besa Gordon Spotlights Community and Homeownership in Spokane's East Central Neighborhood on Good Day Seattle
In case you missed it, Besa Gordon stopped by Good Day Seattle to discuss her recent trip to Spokane with Erin Mayovsky. While there, she focused on her visit to the This Is East Central Mural and shared highlights from her trip, such as Latrice Williams' home buyers court graduation, Terrain 15, and her interview with Channing Curtis of KREM2.
Back2Besa Heads to FOX13 Seattle Studios for Season 2 Premiere
Besa Gordon, the dynamic host of Back2Besa on FOX13 Seattle, is kicking off the second season of her show with a bang by recording the premiere episode at the FOX13 Seattle studios. This marked a significant milestone in the show's evolution and in Gordon's relationship with FOX13 Seattle. Last season, Besa balanced recording between Converge Media's Black Media Matters Studio and Iheart Media Seattle, showcasing her adaptability and commitment to delivering top-notch content.
Besa Gordon talks Wa Na Wari "Forced Perspective" exhibit at the Paramount on Good Day Seattle
This morning, Besa Gordon, the host of Back2Besa, stopped by Good Day Seattle to talk about the "Forced Perspective: Black Photography at the Paramount Theater" exhibit with Good Day Seattle’s Erin Mayovsky. The exhibit is a collaboration between Seattle Theatre Group (STG) and Wa Na Wari, a center for Black art and storytelling, and features stunning photographs from Wa Na Wari's archives that capture the essence of Black life and culture.
Besa Gordon Previews YOUniversal Fitness's Man Uplift Program Segment on Good Day Seattle
Besa Gordon, host of Back2Besa, gave FOX 13’s Good Day Seattle viewers a sneak peek of this weekend's episode, which will feature YOUniversal Fitness's Man Uplift program. This Tacoma-based program combines physical fitness with mental health, recognizing that strength isn't just about muscles.
Besa Gordon Highlights the Black Business Leadership Conference on Good Day Seattle
Besa Gordon, host of Back2Besa and community advocate and weekly guest on Seattle's Good Day Seattle, recently sat down with Erin Mayovsky to discuss the Black Business Leadership Conference held at the University of Washington last month. The conference, a celebration of National Black Business Month, was a vibrant hub of energy and inspiration for aspiring and established Black entrepreneurs.
Besa’s Back! Here Is What You Can Expect In This Week’s Episode
Besa Gordon returns from her 10-week hiatus with a very special episode of Back2Besa. This gratitude-filled episode will give viewers a look into Besa's healing journey and feature the people and organizations that have supported Back2Besa.