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Tifa Tomb's Journey: Documenting Seattle's Black Arts Legacies
Tifa Tomb, a Seattle-based filmmaker and producer, recently sat down with TraeAnna Holiday on The Day With Trae to discuss her work on Black Arts Legacies, a docuseries for Seattle's PBS station that chronicles the rich history of Black artists in the region.
Felisha Barnes, Comedian and Co-Producer of The Blackout, Shares Her Journey on The Day with Trae
In a recent interview on The Day with Trae, Felisha Barnes, a Seattle-based comedian and co-producer of The Blackout, shared her journey into comedy and her passion for creating spaces for Black comedians to thrive.
Trae Holiday Uplifts the Therapy Fund Foundation and Black Philanthropy Month on Good Day Seattle
Trae Holiday, filling in for Besa Gordon, joined Erin Mayovsky on Good Day Seattle on FOX 13 yesterday to discuss Black Philanthropy Month and the Therapy Fund Foundation. Holiday shared her enthusiasm for the foundation's work, highlighting their second annual "Reclaiming Wellness" event at Green River College. The event focused on promoting well-being and mental health for people of color, a mission that the Therapy Fund Foundation is dedicated to.
Sherri Shepherd Opens Up to Trae Holiday About Mentorship, Spirituality, and Her "Do It Scared" Mantra on August 8th
In this insightful and inspiring interview airing August 8th at 8:30pm on Converge Media, renowned talk show host and comedian Sherri Shepherd sits down with host Trae Holiday, host of The Day With Trae to discuss her illustrious career and the driving forces behind her success.
Shontia Whitehead: Building Community Through Health and Wellness
TraeAnna Holiday, the host of The Day With Trae, recently interviewed Shontia Whitehead, one of the founders of the health and fitness nonprofit Free Flo Fit. Whitehead talked about how she got involved with Free Flo Fit, the organization's annual event Fit Melanin Summer, and the importance of building relationships within the community.
Free Flo Fit: A Journey of Friendship, Fitness, and Community Impact
Medani, who co-founded Free Flo Fit with Shontia Whitehead, shared that their partnership began after they collaborated on a fitness class at Umoja Fest. The success of the class inspired them to create an organization that would provide accessible fitness resources to the community.
Back From Tanzania Healing Journey Besa Gordon Thanks Trae Holiday for Her Support
Besa Gordon, the beloved host of Back2Besa on FOX 13 Seattle, has returned to the Emerald City after her healing journey to Tanzania. While still on leave to prioritize her health, Besa made a special visit to the Black Media Matters studio to personally express her gratitude to TraeAnna Holiday, who has been graciously filling in as guest host since taking over from Deaunte Damper.
Perry Porter: Celebrating Black Culture Through Music and Art
Perry Porter is a multi-talented artist based in Tacoma, WA. His work as a painter, songwriter, teacher, and fashion designer all reflect his commitment to celebrating and empowering Black people. Through his art, Perry aims to challenge conventional standards of beauty and provide a fresh perspective for Black youth.
The Importance of Water Safety and Swim Equity: A Conversation with Loria Yeadon
In a recent interview on The Day with Trae, Loria Yeadon, a representative from the YMCA of Greater Seattle, discussed the critical issue of water safety and swim equity. Yeadon emphasized the alarming statistics surrounding drowning, particularly among children of color. Black children ages one to 14 are five times more likely to drown than their Caucasian counterparts, and this disparity increases to ten times for Black children between the ages of 11 and 12.
Therapy Fund Foundation's Upcoming Conference to Address Generational Trauma and Black Healing
Deaunte Damper, Vice President of the Therapy Fund Foundation, recently sat down with Trae for an interview on The Day to discuss the foundation's important work and the upcoming Reclaiming Wellness Conference.
Trae Holiday Uplifts Federal Way Black Pioneers on Good Day Seattle
Trae Holiday, who is the current guest host of Back2Besa as well as host of her own show, The Day With Trae, joined Erin Mayovsky on the set of FOX 13’s Good Day Seattle this morning for a sneak preview of this weekend episode of Back2Besa in which TraeAnna highlighted a recent Black History Event celebrated in the City of Federal Way which acknowledged the city’s early Black pioneers.
Back2Besa: Trae Holiday Celebrates Black Joy, History, and Community on This Week’s Episode
Join guest host TraeAnna Holiday this weekend as she takes the helm of Back2Besa from Deaunte Damper, as she explores the vibrant tapestry of Black culture and community in the Pacific Northwest. This episode is packed with inspiring stories and insightful conversations, including:
Ann Gaston Polite: A Journey of Passion, Purpose, and Fashion Design
Ann Gaston Polite, renowned fashion designer and creator of Gaston Gear, recently appeared on The Day With Trae to discuss her fashion journey, design inspirations, and latest creations.
From Beats to Broccoli: Keith Tucker's Hip Hop is Green Revolution
In a recent interview on The Day With Trae, Keith Tucker, founder of Hip Hop is Green, discussed his organization's mission to promote health and wellness as the tenth element of hip-hop. Tucker, a long-time activist and hip-hop enthusiast, was inspired to found Hip Hop is Green after learning about the negative impacts of chemicals in the food system on Black and Brown communities.
Water Safety and Swim Equity: Insights from Dr. Sonya Walker on The Day with Trae
Recently on The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday sits with Dr. Sonya Walker, Senior Program Executive at YMCA of Greater Seattle. Walker came on the show to share information on water safety and swim equity.
Alaia D'Alessandro on The Art of Adaptability in Music Production and Studio Design
Recently host Trae Holiday was joined by Alaia D’Alessandro on The Day with Trae. D’Alessandro is the head of production at Converge Media, as well as a member of the band Little Venom. She came on the show to talk about her experiences in music production, and the importance of troubleshooting and adapting to different environments.
Traveling While Black: Anthony and Marlie Love's Journey and Mission
In a recent interview with Trae Holiday on The Day With Trae Anthony and Marlie Love, hosts of the popular YouTube channel "Traveling While Black," shared their experiences and insights from their recent road trip across America.
Jeneva Marie Discusses Innovative Approach to Grief on The Day with Trae
The Day with Trae recently featured an interview with Jeneva Marie, discussing her innovative approach to dealing with grief. Marie, who recently lost her grandmother to breast cancer, turned her personal experience into a seven-part series titled "Moving Through Collective Grief."
Chukundi Salisbury Jr. on his journey to Howard University and Future Aspirations
Recent high school graduate and Converge Media production intern Chukundi Salisbury Jr. appeared on "The Day with Trae" to discuss his acceptance to Howard University and his aspirations for the future. Salisbury, who will attend Howard in the fall, expressed his excitement about becoming a "baby bison" and shared his experiences visiting the campus and participating in freshman orientation events.
Marshall Hugh, Founder of Fremont Fridays, Talks Community and Growth on The Day with Trae
Marshall Hugh, the creative force behind Seattle's Fremont Fridays, recently appeared on The Day with Trae to discuss the origins and evolution of what is rapidly becoming a beloved Seattle music and art summer series.