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Navigating Imposter Syndrome and Mental Health Stigma: Insights from Licensed Therapist Kelvin Peprah
Recently, Kelvin Peprah appeared on The Day With Trae, hosted by guest host Besa Gordon, to discuss several vital issues impacting the BIPOC community. Peprah is a licensed mental health therapist who runs Peprah Counseling.
Peprah began the conversation by addressing the topic of imposter syndrome.
Empowering Black Creatives: Stephanie Morales and the Vision of Made Space
Recently, Stephanie Morales stopped by The Day With Trae, hosted this week by Besa Gordon, to discuss the importance of holding Black spaces. Morales is the founder of Made Space, an innovative Art, Culture, and Business Hub that launched in early 2021.
Made Space aims to connect emerging Black creatives and entrepreneurs with essential resources, space, knowledge, and visibility.
Anthony "THE MAD BUS DRIVER" Session Talks Upcoming Shows and New Projects on The Day With Trae
Host Trae Holiday was joined on this "The Day With Trae" segment by Anthony Session, also known as THE MAD BUS DRIVER. A St. Louis native, Session has spent 25 years driving a bus for King County Metro, a career from which much of the comedian's material comes. In his conversation with Holiday, Session shared details about his upcoming shows and teased an exciting new project he currently has in the works.
"Empowering Youth: The Journey of Olu Dixon and Olu Productions"
Recently, Olu Dixon visited "The Day With Trae" to delve into his artistic and educational journey with host Trae Holiday, sharing the mission of Olu Productions and the impactful initiative, It's Never 2 Early 2 Create & Innovate (N2E).
Dixon didn't attend public school until high school. Instead, he was part of a Black-run homeschooling program called Black Starline, managed by his mother and a group of her friends. This experience marked the beginning of his involvement with the community.
Exploring Generational Impact: Kathya Alexander's Journey Through the Civil Rights Era in debut novel “Keep A' Livin'”
Kathya Alexander stopped by "The Day With Trae" to discuss her debut novel, "Keep A' Livin'," with host Trae Holiday. Her novel was released in April 2024 by Aunt Lute Books. In addition to her remarkable achievements as an author and playwright, Kathya has received numerous awards from organizations such as 4Culture, the Office of Arts and Culture, Artist Trust, and Seattle Parks and Recreation.
Leading the Charge: Rodney McCurry on coaching the Seattle Majestics and the WNFC’s Expansion
On this segment of The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomes Rodney McCurry, Head Football Coach and Board Member for the Seattle Majestics. The Majestics are one of the premier teams in women's American football, competing in the Women's National Football Conference (WNFC). During the interview, McCurry shares his journey from his early days to his current role in coaching women's football and his vision for the future of the Seattle Majestics and the WNFC.
LANGSTON's Sadiqua Iman Talks Latest Highlights: Upcoming Events and Community Programs
Sadiqua Iman, Program Director at LANGSTON, recently joined Trae Holiday on "The Day With Trae" to discuss the organization's latest events and programs. Starting the segment, Iman highlighted the Learn at Langston comedy classes, which are nearing the end of their current session but are expected to return soon.
Seattle All Star Classic: Uniting Athletes, Celebrities, and Community Causes
Drew Dambreville, co-founder of the Seattle All Star Classic, recently joined host Trae Holiday on The Day with Trae. He appeared on the show to discuss the Seattle All Star Classic, an event that offers a platform for professional athletes and celebrities to give back to the community while supporting youth organizations.
Mara Palmer's Vision for Africatown Community Land Trust
Recently on The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday was joined by Mara Palmer, a community member and supporter of the Africatown Community Land Trust (ACLT). Palmer appeared on the show to discuss ACLT and the events it organizes to unite the community. Palmer's connection to ACLT stems from her upbringing in Seattle. She naturally grew into her role, driven by a desire to see more beautiful, community-building events take place.
From First Date to Fine Wine: The Journey of Saanj Winery
Recently on The Day With Trae, Shahron Chaudhry founder Saanj Winery visited host Trae Holiday to discuss Saanj Winery's Launch Party on June 29th and the commencement of pre-order sales for their inaugural wines. The journey to Saanj Winery began when Chaudhry took his now-wife, Kye Freeman-Chaudhry, out to dinner on their first date.
Evan Poncelet's Journey to Creating the Black Founders and Funders Network
The co-founder and Managing Partner of Dreamward Group, Evan Poncelet, recently joined host Trae Holiday on The Day with Trae. Poncelet appeared on the show to talk about his effort to create a Black Angel network called Black Founders and Funders for investment and economic empowerment.
New Wine Venture: Saanj Winery, From Date Night to Dream Business
Recently, on The Day with Trae, Kye Freeman-Chaudhry, founder of Saanj Winery, stopped by to talk with host Trae Holiday about the official launch of Sonje Winery next month in June. Freeman-Chaudhry started her wine journey eight years ago when her now-husband took her out on their first date.
Manka Dhingra Talks Championing Justice and Change in Washington's Attorney General Race
Early on in high school, she knew she wanted to be a prosecutor — to stand up for survivors of violence. She saw it as her life's passion. She went to the University of Washington School of Law and interned at the Attorney General's office in the sexually violent predator unit for two years the clerkship with the state Supreme Court with Justice Barbara Madsen.
Danyale Thomas Talks Simple Solutions for Menopause Relief on The Day With Trae
Last week on The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday was joined by Converge's menopause mentor, Danyale Thomas, for another installment of Menopause Monday. In this segment, Thomas shared several simple solutions for finding relief during menopause, beginning with pelvic floor exercises.
Kelly Guy Talks Community Work and BUILD Initiatives on The Day With Trae
On a recent episode of The Day With Trae, guest host Deaunte Damper interviewed Kelly Guy, the LOS Outreach Specialist at BUILD—Brothers United In Leadership Development. With 35 years of community work experience, including roles at Seattle Parks and Recreation and Casey Family Programs and currently as the Regional Director of Community Health Investments at Swedish.
Jessica Talton joins The Day With Trae to Discuss Movement Mortgage and Branch Expansion
In a recent episode of The Day With Trae, guest host Deaunte Damper interviewed Jessica Talton, Branch Leader and Mortgage Originator with Movement Mortgage. Talton shared insights about her journey with the organization, her reasons for operating out of Kent, and the exciting plans for a new office space.
Malik Banks Talks TGDub Team Getwitit's Community Impact on The Day With Trae
In a recent episode of The Day With Trae, guest host Deaunte Damper sat down with Malik Banks, the 27-year-old cofounder of TGDub Team Getwitit. During the segment, Banks discussed the impactful work of his organization, a nonprofit dedicated to outreach, marketing, advertising, and promotional efforts within the community.
Zenovia Harris Talks Pioneering Equity and Entrepreneurship in Kent on The Day With Trae
Recently, on The Day with Trae, guest host Deaunte Damper was joined by Zenovia Harris, the Chief Equity Officer of Zenovia Harris Consulting LLC and the first Black CEO of the Kent Chamber of Commerce. Harris shared insights into her upcoming initiatives, her pivotal role within Kent's Chamber of Commerce, and her impactful community work as an entrepreneur.
NAAM's Juneteenth Celebration: 16 Years of Cultivating Community and Culture
Kizha Davidson joined guest host Deaunte Damper to talk about NAAM, the Northwest African American Museum. Davidson has been a NAAM Board Member for two and a half years, yet even before that she always had the museum on her mind, as this is NAAM’s 16th anniversary year.