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Presidential Transportation CEO La’Keith Asphy Shares His Journey on Building A Transportation Empire

In his interview with Trae Holiday, La’Keith Asphy owner of Presidential Transportation shared the inspiring story of his transportation business's expansion, speaking about the pride of owning commercial vehicles with his name on them, a rarity among Black business owners. Asphy detailed his company's growth from a small limo service to a fleet including luxury coaches and party buses.

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From Pop-Ups to Powerhouse: Tina Fahnbulleh Dishes on Gold Coast Ghal Kitchen's Journey

Tina Fahnbulleh's passion for cooking began at the tender age of four, leading her on a flavorful journey from Philly to Minnesota and finally to Seattle. Her culinary adventure started with pop-ups and catering gigs, eventually blossoming into the beloved Gold Coast Ghal Kitchen seven years later.

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‘We Live in Color’ Shines Bright: Trae Holiday and Deaunte Damper Speak The Truth

The Day with Trae sits with Converge’s very own Deaunte Damper as he shares what he is looking forward to in 2025, and insights for his show We Live In Color. Deaunte admitted the host's chair was a "whole different ball game" and expressed newfound respect for Trae's role. The two shared a laughs and smiles in their first interview of 2025

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Trae Holiday reflects on ‘The Day with Trae’ as it enters its third season

After over 200 episodes in 2024, Trae Holiday is kicking off the third season of her show “The Day With Trae” more excited and inspired than ever. Season three is looking to bring a new level of informing, inspiring, and creating impact media for not just the Seattle community, but the world.

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Setting Pure Intentions for the New Year: Heru TchaasAmen Talks Aligning Your Energy and Purpose

As we welcome a new year, many of us find ourselves thinking about what we want to achieve and the goals we want to set. But how can we ensure that the intentions we set are truly aligned with our purpose and are achievable in the long run? Qigong instructor Instructor Heru TchaasAmen joined The Day With Trae last January to share his insights on how to approach setting intentions in a way that will have a lasting, positive impact.

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Converge Media: A Tapestry of Black Joy Woven Across the Pacific Northwest

This is more than just a video; it's a glimpse into the soul of a community, a celebration of the spirit that refuses to be dimmed. At Converge Media, we are storytellers, weaving narratives of resilience, creativity, and the undeniable power of Black joy.

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Nubian Knots and New Adventures: Trae Holiday Soaks In Kenyan Culture

Today was incredible! I spent the day exploring Mombasa with Shirley (@zyl_shirley,) who showed me around like a true local. We hit up the market, where Shirley made sure I was treated properly and gave me some personal insight into the city and culture. Then, we strolled along the waterfront and had the most amazing lunch at Char-Choma.

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Preparing for the Upcoming "Respiratory Season" with CDC's Dr. Amy Xie

CDC Epidemic Intelligence Service Officer Dr. Amy Xie emphasized the importance of preparing for the upcoming "respiratory season" through proactive measures. "The best way to protect ourselves is to prepare our immune systems with vaccines," she advised, urging the public to stay up-to-date on flu, COVID-19, whooping cough, and RSV vaccinations.

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Besa Gordon Brings the Pacific Northwest's Black Brilliance to the National Stage on Fox Soul

Besa Gordon emphasizes the importance of authentically representing the diverse black communities across the Pacific Northwest as "Back to Besa" expands to the national Fox Soul platform. She stressed, "It's about our community. It's about what our community should look like to the general public."

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Besa Gordon takes Black Media Matters Studio to National Stage on FOX SOUL

From Seattle’s Central District to a national platform, Besa Gordon’s journey is a story of resilience, dreams, and community. With Back2Besa premiering on FOX SOUL Dec. 7 at 4 pm. She’s not just showcasing her voice—she’s amplifying the stories of others while staying true to her roots. “It’s not just about me; it’s about us.”

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From the Corporate Grind to the Vine: How Jamila Conley is Transforming the Wine Industry

Jamila Conley spent over two decades in the tech industry, but her true passion lay in the world of wine. That passion was ignited when Jamila attended a celebration of Black women winemakers, an event that would ultimately inspire her to leave the corporate grind behind and embark on a new venture.

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