Welcome to The Rewind with Besa! A Converge Media podcast that features weekly interviews from Besa where she highlights key people and events from all over the PNW and the world! Have someone that should be on the show? Contact a Besa directly on Instagram @naybesa with details on who you want featured on the show and why!

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Chats with Trae!

Trae talks with Mariya Burrows about how the Ada Coding Academy is bringing high tech education to underserved communities.

CMN Chats w. Trae 4 - Mariya Burrows Of Ada Developers Academy

Chats With Trae | JD Davis
JD Davis took a concept of youth education and entertainment to another level with Rodney Raccoon. Watch this episode to learn how he and his team went local to global, while bringing a fun flare to elevate experiences of our children.

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Chats with Trae | Ryshel Sampson
Ryshel Sampson chats about her beginnings as a Seattleite and what motivated her to start the brand Cloud Nine. Tune in to get inspired as I did from the tenacity of this multifaceted business owner.

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Chats with Trae | Donnie Le: Sherwood Goods
Tune in to learn how Donnie of Sherwood Goods is bringing forward solutions for our local vendors to be recognized for the brilliance they bring to the community.

CMN Chats w. Trae Feat. Donnie Le of Sherwood Goods

#WomenInTech #DomesticViolenceAwareness
#WomenInTech #DomesticViolenceAwareness - TraeAnna Holiday caught up with Mahogany Tucker who is the Outreach Coordinator at Ada Developers Academy (which is a tuition-free nonprofit coding Bootcamp) to discuss current opportunities for women and gender-expansive adults ages 21 and over to help them transition from any current career to one in tech. Ada is also working with community partners to disrupt domestic violence through economic development and wellness.
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CMN Chats W. Trae - Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Today Trae is joined by Jeneva Burton, International Speaker, Artist, and Guide. She'll share her journey with us and give us the details on The Black Love Seat Series. And we also have Shaina Shephard in the building! She'll be telling us all about an upcoming performance at Neptune that's geared to help families of gun violence. A Terrific Tuesday indeed...tune in y'all!

CMN The Day With Trae Nov. 29 | Jeneva Burton, International Speaker, Artist, and Guide

Today Trae hears from Brian Callanan with another What's the Word Wednesday. He'll share some topics they'll cover on tonight's episode of Seattle News, Views & Brews. Trae also sits with Shaunyce Omar who plays Evillene in The Wiz. We'll learn about her story and get her perspective on her role and the show overall. Tune in, it's going to be amazing!

CMN The Day With Trae Nov. 30 | Shaunyce Omar, Cast Member The Wiz!

Tonight's headlines feature An arrest warrant has been issued for Shanquella Robinson, Catfished victim, Killed & Kidnapped, Supreme Court to Hear from Biden Student Loan In Feb and more.
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Today Trae sits with Jay Martin Jr. They'll talk all about the date night and shows, of course. Tune in for a Fabulous Friday indeed!

CMN The Day With Trae Dec. 2, 2022 | Jay Martin Jr.

Today on Rewind With Besa, Besa Gordon is joined by musician and community advocate Shaina Shepherd to talk about her upcoming album, learning herself as a solo artist, how she got into music, her one misconception, and more.

CMN Rewind w. Besa | Shaina Shephard

Today we have another What's the Word Wednesday with Brian Callanan as we learn about the topics being covered on tonight's episode of Seattle News, Views & Brews. Trae will do a deeper dive with Brian today on these topics and more. It's always good information, so you'll definitely want to tune in!

CMN The Day With Trae Dec. 7, 2022 | Brian Callanan

Today on Rewind with Besa, Besa Gordon is joined by former Seattle Media Mixer panelists Asia J of Brown Honey TV, and King Onlii. In this episode, they give tips on growing your social media if Kanye needs saving, Latto being Billboard's new artist of the year, red flags, online dating, Brittney Griner, and more!

CMN Rewind W. Besa Dec. 8, 2022 | Asia J of Brown Honey TV & King Onlii

This week on Circling Seattle Sports: The brutally frustrating Seahawks loss to the Panthers, Mariners notes from the Winter meetings, Breanna Stewart earns another award, Brittney Griner is free, a young Sounder could be loaned, the Kraken snap their 3-game losing streak, the Seawolves continue to add to their roster, and the SeaDragons unveil their 2023 uniforms. All that and so much more, only covered by Circling Seattle Sports! The most complete coverage of all of Seattle's professional sports teams!
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CMN Circling Seattle Sports Dec. 12, 2022

Today Trae sits with Omari Salisbury to address Jake Gravbrot and his time at Converge Media and harm he did to community. Also a recap of Omari’s interview on the Something Was Wrong Podcast.

CMN The Day With Trae Dec. 15, 2022 | Addressing Jake Gravbrot

On this episode of Rewind With Besa, Besa Gordon catches up with Azjah aka the Princess of Compton to talk about how she got into music, giving back to the community, short films, working with Nick Cannon, who she wants to work with next, her upcoming tour and more.

CMN Rewind w. Besa | Azjah aka the Princess of Compton

In this weeks episode of Circling Seattle Sports on Converge Media, Bel and Charles go over the Seahawks loss to the Chiefs, the Sounders schedule and SuperDraft, the Kraken rough loss to the Canucks in a shootout, OL Reign losing Sam Laity, and of course Seattle Star of the Week. Tune in for all your Seattle Sports news! 
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CMN Circling Seattle Sports Dec. 26, 2022

Today Trae is in the studio with Kristina Clark, owner of Loving Room. She'll tell us all about the book collection they have and how that space and is providing opportunities for community to host healing gatherings there. Then Trae sits with Rasheda Hatchett, CEO of Rasheda Hatchett Media. She's our newest recurring life expert! Today she'll share some remedies for failed New Year's resolutions, giving us some insight into setting goals with intention. Tune in for a great Fantastic Friday y'all!

CMN The Day With Trae Jan. 6, 2023 | Kristina Clark, owner of Loving Room

Today Trae sits with Jerred Jones, Sergeant with the Port of Seattle Police Department to talk more about their hiring process and his experience as an officer. Next, Trae taps in Def Chef as he tells us about how he's been involved in some community work that can benefit us all. And of course we have to discuss some food with our resident chef! Tune in for this one y'all!

CMN The Day With Trae Jan 9, 2023 | Jerred Jones of the Port of Seattle Police Department

Today Trae gets a word from Brian Callanan to share with everyone. Then, in studio, she's joined by Takiyah 'TDUB' Ward to learn about an upcoming opportunity for artists. And Gerael Patterson sits with Trae to tell us all about Rich Bag Members and some work he's doing in the community. Tune in!

CMN The Day With Trae Jan. 11, 2023 | Takiyah 'TDUB' Ward

Tonight's headlines feature, FAA Safety System Outage, Damar Hamlin is discharged from Buffalo hospital, Porn Hub's Rise in Trans Porn Viewership,
House Republicans vote on the bill to abolish IRS, end income tax, and more.
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CMN Clap Back Culture Jan. 12, 2023

Tonight's headlines feature Netflix hiring a flight attendant, Iggy Azalea Speaks On Only Fans Account, Tyre Nicholas - Excessive Force Investigation, Lori Harvey Celebrates Her Bday & Got a New Man, Gov DeSantis Blocks AP African-American Studies, and more.
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CMN Clap Back Culture Jan. 19, 2023

In this episode, the twins discuss: 
- Big contracts in podcast and vlogging 
- Senior night for Garfield BBALL BOYS & girls & cheerleaders
- Darius miles charged with murder of Jamea harris Alabama Tuscaloosa 
- Reese's big move!! The motivation behind it is what the future holds.
- Hansoo kim shot and killed the owner of Rainer teriyaki 
- Renton suspect arrested in a shooting spree

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Besa Gordon brings us a special episode with an update on the current state of Covid in 2023, where Dr. Sidney Nelson details symptoms of the dominant variant, which is XBB.1.5. Plus, Dr. Nelson gives tips on battling dry skin this winter.
Besa also details Nike closing their Downtown Seattle store starting today, January 20th, 2023. A location that has been a staple in Downtown Seattle since 1996.
Plus, she also recaps this month's MLK Day Real Seattle Media Mixer that was held at MoPOP.

CMN Rewind w. Besa | Nike, MLK, Covid

Today Trae connects with Nitica Simons, CEO and Founder of Pretty Cute Girl LLC. We'll learn all about her business and the plant based hemp products she offers. Next Trae sits with Brownskin Moses of SpaceWtr Productions. He'll share his journey as an artist and his new album and podcast. It'll be a Magnificent Monday y'all...tune in

CMN The Day With Trae Jan. 23, 2023 | Nitica Simons of Pretty Cute Girl LLC

Today Trae sits with Dawn Dailey as she shares an upcoming concert benefitting the artists and spreading awareness of social housing. Steven Severin weighs in on the importance of such a show, and why Neumos is involved. Then Trae connects with Kyle'jacquea 'KJ' Hair of Debonair Decor Couture to catch up on how his store is staying connected to fashion and being a beacon in the city. Tune in y'all!

CMN The Day With Trae Jan. 24, 2023 | Kyle'jacquea 'KJ' Hair of Debonair Decor Couture

oday #TheDayWithTrae features actor Michael Andreaus, who is currently starring as Otis Williams in Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations at The Paramount.

Trae Holiday will also be joined by Sally Wusstig-Trice, Owner and CEO of Beyond The Curls.

CMN The Day with Trae Jan. 25, 2023 | Actor Michael Andreaus from Ain't Too Proud

Today Trae connects with Takiyah Miller, owner of Tea Moss Shop. We’ll hear all about her journey in business and learn some of the health benefits of sea moss. It’s also time for another segment with Rasheda Hatchett! She’ll share some insight within the theme for Black History Month as we discuss the resilience of Black women. Tune in for a Fantastic Friday y’all!

CMN The Day with Trae Feb. 3, 2023 | Takiyah Miller of Tea Moss Shop

On this episode of Rewind With Besa, Besa Gordon is joined by Marshall Hugh of Marshall Law band to talk about how he became a leader in the local music scene, CHOP, the work that he's doing for the community, DEFY wrestling, his time on TEDex and more.

CMN Rewind w. Besa Feb. 23, 2023 | Marshall Hugh of Marshall Law Band

Today on Rewind With Besa, Besa Gordon catches up with the Reign Man himself, basketball legend #ShawnKemp. During the interview, they talk about everything from Kemp opening his second dispensary, what he did when he first started playing on the Sonics to improve on the court, if he thought about opening a shop in Portland, his thoughts on cannabis social equity, if he's seen the next "Shawn Kemp" and more.

CMN Rewind w. Besa | Shawn Kemp

On this episode of Rewind With Besa, Besa Gordon is joined by the hosts of the UpNUp Podcast Robel Andmicael and Erm Haile. They talk about all things podcasting, from how they started their podcast 5 years ago to advice on promoting, prepping for interviews, picking recurring segments, and more for your podcast.
If you've wanted to learn more about how to get into podcasting, this is one episode you'll want to watch all the way to the end and take notes.

CMN Rewind w. Besa | UpNUp Podcast's Robel Andmicael and Erm Haile

On this episode of Rewind With Besa, Besa Gordon talks with Actress, Athlete, and Arist Andia Winslow to learn more about Andia's career in acting, as a Pro Golfer, how she became a voiceover artist, and all about her upcoming movie Playing Through which is a fictionalized story honoring the real life sports and civil rights heroine Ann Gregory, the first woman of color to enter a USGA tournament.

CMN Rewind w. Besa | Andia Wilson

On this episode of Rewind With Besa, Besa Gordon catches up with United States Attorney Nick Brown to talk about the fentanyl crisis happening around Washington State, how it is getting into our State, how children are getting their hands on it, along with some of the things his office is doing to combat this issue.

During the interview, Besa also asked U.S. Attorney Nick Brown his advice for aspiring attorneys of Color to get through law school, advice to lawyers that continuously are held in contempt by the court, along with his involvement with the Attorney General’s Advisory Subcommittee on Civil Rights, his trip to Montgomery, Alabama and more. ￼

CMN Rewind w. Besa | US Attorney Nick W. Brown

Clap Back Culture features journalist Julia Jessie of Converge Media to unpack trending issues and current events, in a way that’s crafted to be educational, relatable, and entertaining to the Black community. Catch the show every Thursday night at 7 p.m. PST/10 p.m. EST.

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Clap Back Culture features journalist Julia Jessie of Converge Media to unpack trending issues and current events, in a way that’s crafted to be educational, relatable, and entertaining to the Black community.

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Today Trae talks with Allison Fine, a Community Activist & Comedian. She shares some details of the upcoming Federal Way Community Festival.

CMN The Day With Trae Mar. 29 | Allison Fine, Community Activist & Comedian

Today Trae talks with Seattle City Councilmember Rob Saka of District 1. He shares insight on his leadership journey. Next, Trae connects with Romell Witherspoon, a Mentorship Director and Inspirational Speaker. He talks about his journey into mentorship and inspiration.

CMN The Day With Trae April 12 | Romell Witherspoon & Rob Saka

Season two kicks off with the one the only Randy Ford, the newest executive Director of CD Forum. She sits down to discuss her journey of overcoming obstacles, community empowerment, and what you can do to support Black Arts in Western Washington.

CMN We Live In Color Season 2 Premier! | Randy Ford

Today, Trae is joined by longtime Community Organizer Ayan Musse. She tells us about her organizing journey and uplifts the work being done on the Green Hill Campaign. Next, Trae sits with her childhood mentor Justin Emeka, a Theater & Film Director. He shares his journey into theater and film and how he poured into the arts community in Seattle before moving away.

CMN The Day With Trae May 3 | Ayan Musse & Justin Emeka

Today guest host Deaunte Damper sits down with. Malik Banks co-founder of Team GetWitIt as we discuss how his organization is helping to empower youth in Pierce County. Damper also sits down with lead project manager, Michelle McClendon as she explains how the system is working for King County and nationally.

CMN The Day With Trae May 6 | Malik Banks & Michelle McClendon

Happy Tuesday! Join us today as Damper sits down with Andre Franklin, founder of Build 206. He shares some of the upcoming events that his organization has in store for 2024. We also have a chat with Kizha Davidson board member of NAAM as she shares an exciting announcement and call to action for community members.

CMN The Day With Trae May 7, 2024 | Dré Franklin & Kizha Davidson

Deaunte Damper sits down with Zenovia Harris, chief executive officer at the Kent Chamber of Commerce. She explains to us how we can better support our King County community members. We also get to hear from Jessica Talton as she gives us some quick tips on buying a house in the State of Washington.

CMN The Day With Trae May 8, 2024 | Zenovia Harris & Jessica Dalton

Join us as we sit down with Kelly Guy of Build 206. She explains her journey and what we can do to better support community members in arts in Seattle. We are also joined by Pastor Leslie Braxton Founder/Executive Director of Songs of Black Folk as we discussed some of his upcoming events and how we can better support new beginners church.

CMN The Day With Trae May 9 | Kelly Guy & Rev. Dr. Leslie D. Braxton

Can I get an amen? Pastor Jermell Witherspoon of Liberation Church, Sits down with host Deaunte Damper to discuss family roots and overcoming church hurt.

CMN We Live in Color - S2 E2 | Jermell Witherspoon

Join us on this feel good Friday as we sit down with hip hop artist Mike Ford, head of YOUniversal Fitness Studios as we discuss how to stay fit. Next, we speak with Chevonna Gaylor, LMFT, Director of Education and Resiliency from Purpose. Dignity. Action.

CMN The Day With Trae May 10, 2024 | Mike Kevin Ford & Chevonna Gaylor, LMFT

Today Trae sits with Adam Powers, Co-Founder of Key Tech Labs. He tells us about their work with green tech, solar micro grids and their upcoming event- The Burien Solar Punk Festival. Next, it's Mindfulness Monday with Heru TchaasAmen. He shares the extended benefits of Qigong and how they manifest over time.

CMN The Day With Trae May 13, 2024 | Adam Powers & Heru TchaasAmen

In the May 13th, 2024 episode of Circling Seattle Sports on Converge Media, Charles Hamaker discusses the Storm approaching final roster cuts, the Mariners losing Matt Brash to Tommy John Surgery, the Sounders having a big week, the Reign working through a hectic 9 days, the return of the Orcas segment, plus much more! Follow Circling Seattle Sports on all platforms to keep up to date with the most complete coverage of Seattle's professional teams! #WWConverge #CirclingSeattleSports #SeattleSports #Seattle

CMN Circling Seattle Sport May 13, 2024

Today is day one of the Mango Movie Takeover! First, Trae connects with Am Tehuti Khamau, one of the writers of the film. He shares the story and how the team worked together to bring it to film. Next, Trae talks with Shakasis, another writer of the film. She shares her journey as an author and how she brought her talent to this project.

CMN The Day With Trae May 14 | Am Tehuti Khamau & Shakasis

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