This week on a special 100 Days of Action episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday interviewed Eleuthera Lisch, the first director of the King County Regional Office of Gun Violence Prevention. Their conversation highlighted the importance of community involvement and a public health approach to addressing the issue of gun violence.

This week on a special 100 Days of Action episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday interviewed Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell. Together they discussed the city's strategies for addressing gun violence and ensuring public safety. The mayor underscored the significance of a regional approach, asserting, "Seattle has to be part of a regional solution." He acknowledged the disproportionate impact of gun violence on the African American community and emphasized the necessity for culturally sensitive solutions.

This week on a special 100 Days of Action episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomed, Marisol Sanchez-Best, Director of Education and Community Engagement for the Seattle Theatre Group (STG), who discussed the organization's dedication to providing opportunities for young people through arts-based programming. STG's youth programs aim to offer safe spaces, mentorship, and personal and professional development opportunities to historically excluded communities.

In a recent episode of The Day with Trae, guest host Deaunte Damper sat down with Aaron Carr, the Cal Anderson Park Activations Manager for the Cal Anderson Park Alliance. Aaron Carr, originally from Detroit, Michigan, has been a significant community builder in Seattle for over a decade, using his passion for art and community engagement to transform spaces into hubs of healing and connection.

In a recent episode of The Day with Trae, guest host Deaunte Damper filled in for Trae Holiday and welcomed Bharath Kumar Arekapudi to discuss his journey in mental health advocacy, his books, and the unique approach he takes to well-being. Arekapudi, the founder of Shift Left, is a certified NLP and life coach, Reiki practitioner, best-selling author, and keynote speaker, who has found a novel way to blend his IT background with mental health strategies.

On a recent episode of The Day with Trae, guest host Deaunte Damper engaged in a thoughtful conversation with Lisa Daugaard, Co-Executive Director of Purpose Dignity Action (PDA). Formerly known as the Public Defender Association, PDA has evolved from a public defense organization to a trailblazer in community-based public safety strategies.

On a recent episode of The Day with Trae, guest host Deaunte Damper filled in for host Trae Holiday to interview Taanvi Arekapudi, a 15-year-old social entrepreneur, international bestselling author, and youth mental health advocate. At such a young age, Taanvi has already made a significant impact through her advocacy work and her book, "Uplift Teens Today." The interview delved into her inspiring journey, mental health initiatives, and her vision to create better support systems for youth mental health.

Naomi Kirori, a junior mass media arts major at Clark Atlanta University, shared her inspiring experience as an intern with Converge Media on The Day with Trae with host Trae Holiday. Connecting with Converge through Africatown, Naomi was actively involved in administrative tasks, particularly enjoying booking and connecting guests for the show.

In a recent episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomed David Long, a seasoned Seattleite and expert in sales coaching and business growth. He joined Trae to discuss his business Supporting Visions. He shares about his business and the solutions they offer.

In a recent episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomed Chimaera Bailey, a dynamic community organizer and advocate with a long-standing commitment to youth empowerment. Bailey, who began her work with the organization Powerful Voices in 2011, shared her journey of supporting young people and creating spaces for them to find and use their voices in meaningful ways.

On the latest episode of "The Day with Trae," host Trae Holliday sat down with Stacy Bass-Walden, co-founder and organizer of Alki Beach Pride, to discuss the journey of a community event that started as a small gathering and has now grown into a massive celebration.

In a recent segment of The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday was joined by Rashida Robbins to highlight a topic that has been a growing concern within the community: the alarming conditions inside youth detention centers, more specifically, the Green Hill School. This juvenile detention facility has faced numerous allegations over investigations into mistreatment of residents by staff, overdoses, and violence. Robbins, a mother whose child is currently detained at Green Hill, shared her perspective on the conditions her son and other youth are enduring.

Marcia Jones, the founder of Urban Connoisseurs, recently joined Trae Holiday on The Day with Trae to discuss her journey in the wine industry and her mission to elevate and support Black winemakers. Jones, who has become a pivotal figure in this market, shared insights into the challenges and successes of Black winemakers and her efforts to nurture the next generation of wine industry professionals.

In a recent episode of The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday had the pleasure of welcoming a very special guest to the set—her son, Ajani Dickerson. Together, they discussed Ajani's experience as a cast member in this year's Teen Summer Musical at Benaroya Hall. Now in his second year with the production, Ajani's enthusiasm shone through as he shared his insights into the friendships, mentorship, and dedication that fuel the show's journey to the stage.

On a recent episode of The Day with Trae, Converge's signature Menopause Mentor, Danyale Thomas, tuned in to highlight the often-overlooked cognitive effects of menopause. For decades, women experiencing symptoms like insomnia, mood swings, and brain fog were often dismissed by healthcare providers, told that these issues were "all in their heads." Thomas explained that new scientific research is finally validating the experiences of countless women, confirming that "menopause brain" is very real.

In a recent episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday sat down with Jeff Gray, the innovative mind behind Lean Revisions, a company dedicated to helping organizations improve efficiency and optimize their operations. The conversation delved into the journey of Lean Revisions and Gray’s commitment to bringing his expertise from major corporations to the community level.

Tamica Gant, a dynamic entrepreneur and registered nurse, recently appeared on The Day with Trae to discuss her impactful work in healthcare. Tamica, who graduated from Seattle University in 2015, was inspired to pursue a career in nursing by her experiences caring for her grandmother and encouragement from a black nurse during that time.

Mikayla Weary, a film major at Dillard University in New Orleans, shares her insightful experience as a production intern at Converge Media. Working on The Day With Trae, Mikayla found the internship to be an invaluable hands-on learning opportunity. Unlike traditional film school, which often focuses heavily on theoretical knowledge, this internship allowed her to dive straight into the field.

Recently on The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomed Steven Sawyer, an influential figure in the Black Pride movement, to discuss the origins and goals of Black Pride events. Sawyer began by expressing gratitude for being on the show and sharing his personal journey. "I'm a southern boy," he said, "a third-generation preacher from Alexandria, Louisiana." His upbringing centered around community engagement, which inspired his work in the Pacific Northwest.

Dei’Marlon Scisney, an Analytics and AI/ML specialist, recently appeared on Trae Holiday’s show, The Day with Trae, discussing his work with HLP Technologies. Scisney, who has lived in Seattle for 3.5 years, focuses on scaling businesses owned by BIPOC, women, and LGBTQ individuals.