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Angela Moorer Discusses the King County Reparations Project on The Day With Trae
Angela Moorer, a multimedia storyteller and public relations consultant based in Seattle, Washington, was recently interviewed on The Day With Trae. Moorer is the Lead Producer of the Cascade PBS Creative Works department and is deeply committed to amplifying the voices of historically marginalized communities, a mission that has a profound impact on the communities she serves.
SassyBlack's Creative Process and Upcoming 10th Anniversary Show
Trae Holiday recently interviewed the incredibly talented Catherine "SassyBlack" Harris-White on The Day With Trae. SassyBlack is known for her work as a musician, composer, producer, and DJ.
Tye Reed Discusses Social Housing on The Day With Trae
Tye Reed, co-founder of House Our Neighbors, recently appeared on The Day With Trae to discuss with Trae Holiday regarding the organization's work on social housing in Seattle. Reed, who has been involved in anti-sweeps activism and working with homeless folks for many years, explained that House Our Neighbors began as a coalition of organizations opposed to Compassion Seattle, a 2021 charter amendment that would have codified sweeps.
Jeff Dade's Journey from Finance to Community Economic Development
In a recent interview on The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday spoke with Jeff Dade, Director of Community Partnerships at Homestead Community Land Trust. Dade shared his inspiring journey into the world of housing and community economic development. With a background in finance, Dade transitioned from banking to focusing on community development, driven by a desire to understand and address the underlying issues affecting Black Americans.
Homestead Community Land Trust: Creating Permanently Affordable Homes Through Collective Ownership
The Day With Trae recently welcomed Kathleen Hosfeld, Executive Director of Homestead Community Land Trust, to discuss the organization's work in addressing affordable homeownership in King County and Pierce County.
Bruce Jackson Talks Legislative Agenda for Ethnic Studies on The Day With Trae
Bruce Jackson, a member of Washington Ethnic Studies Now (WAESN), recently appeared on The Day With Trae with host Trae Holiday to discuss the organization's work and legislative agenda. WAESN is committed to incorporating ethnic studies into public school curricula.
Black Men Run Seattle: A Catalyst for Community, Joy, and Mental Well-being
Trae Holiday sat down with Willis Walker to discuss Black Men Run Seattle, an initiative promoting health and wellness among Black men. Walker, a member of the Seattle chapter, shared his experiences and the positive impact the group has had on him and the community.
Michelle Lang-Raymond and the Teen Summer Musical: Nurturing the Next Generation of Talent
Seattle treasure Michelle Lang-Raymond recently sat down with Trae Holiday on The Day With Trae to discuss her extensive career in music and her passion for fostering young talent. Lang-Raymond, a renowned figure in the Seattle music scene, shared the accidental beginnings of her music career, stemming from her childhood love of singing and songwriting.
The BIPOC Ed Coalition: Prioritizing Wellness for Leaders of Color
In a recent interview on The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday spoke with Jodi Nishioka, co-director of the BIPOC Ed Coalition. She shared the inspiring story of how the organization came to be and the important work they are doing to support leaders of color.
Isaiah Anderson Jr. Talks Teen Summer Musical's Snow Whyte & The Seven on The Day with Trae
Isaiah Anderson Jr., a guest on The Day with Trae, recently discussed the upcoming Teen Summer Musical production of Snow Whyte & The Seven. This unique program, which has been running for over 25 years, provides young people of color the opportunity to play lead roles in theater productions.
SYNC Seattle: Building Community Through Connection
Derrick and Tanise Love, the dynamic duo behind SYNC Seattle, recently appeared on The Day with Trae to talk with host Trae Holiday to share their inspiring journey of community building in the Pacific Northwest.
Francisco Lopez: From the Bronx to Big-Time Videography
In a recent interview on The Day With Trae, guest host Besa Gordon sat down with renowned videographer and cinematographer Francisco Lopez. Lopez, whose work has been featured in projects like "The Day with Trae" and "Pickleball for All," shared his inspiring journey from humble beginnings to becoming a sought-after name in the industry.
This week on The Day With Trae: Art, Activism, Health, and Generational Wealth
The Day With Trae is gearing up for an exciting week with a lineup of guests that promises to inspire, inform, and entertain. Here's a sneak peek at who you can expect to see.
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.