Honoring the WOW Gallery: A Love Letter to Wonder of Women
This week on Back2Besa, Besa Gordon celebrates the Wonder of Women?s WOW Gallery. From the Juneteenth celebration to their final event, Besa revisits the moments that made WOW a sacred space for healing, joy, and sisterhood?and shares why ?Wonder is Coming.?
This week on Back2Besa, Besa Gordon celebrates the Wonder of Women?s WOW Gallery. From the Juneteenth celebration to their final event, Besa revisits the moments that made WOW a sacred space for healing, joy, and sisterhood?and shares why ?Wonder is Coming.?
From Grand Openings to Soul on the Water: A Season of Joy at Seattle?s New Waterfront Park
Seattle?s new Waterfront Park is officially open, and Back2Besa is celebrating! From the grand opening and Soul on the Water, to Indigiqueer, the Disability Arts Festival, and new spots from Boon Boona Coffee and Molly Moon?s, we?re diving into a summer full of joy, culture, and community.
Seattle?s new Waterfront Park is officially open, and Back2Besa is celebrating! From the grand opening and Soul on the Water, to Indigiqueer, the Disability Arts Festival, and new spots from Boon Boona Coffee and Molly Moon?s, we?re diving into a summer full of joy, culture, and community.
Passion into Purpose: Chef Red, Sharron Hayes & Seeds of Change
From Farm Fest?s gardens to Enterprise Nexus? business connections, Back2Besa explores culture, community, and joy. Chef Red shares her Southern flavor, Hip Hop Is Green brings beats and wellness, and Sharron Hayes shows how authenticity builds legacy.
From Farm Fest?s gardens to Enterprise Nexus? business connections, Back2Besa explores culture, community, and joy. Chef Red shares her Southern flavor, Hip Hop Is Green brings beats and wellness, and Sharron Hayes shows how authenticity builds legacy.
A Besa Style Joy Ride: From Flavor to Healing, Discovering the Stops That Nourish Soul, Body, and Community
Besa takes you on a Besa Style joy ride, from Creole eats and vegan comfort food to movement at The Trap Lab, healing with Northwest Credible Messenger, and beauty at The Curl Garden and Lizzie Lou?s Too. Each stop shows how joy, purpose, and community fuel the journey.
Besa takes you on a Besa Style joy ride, from Creole eats and vegan comfort food to movement at The Trap Lab, healing with Northwest Credible Messenger, and beauty at The Curl Garden and Lizzie Lou?s Too. Each stop shows how joy, purpose, and community fuel the journey.
Culture, community, and equity take center stage on this week?s episode of Back2Besa
From Cajun Fest in Kent to NAAM?s History Lives Here exhibit, Jerk Shack?s smoked ribeye sandwich, and Scope Screenings at Langston ? plus a Profiles in Black Leadership spotlight on Megan Mathews, Director of Washington?s Office of Equity.
From Cajun Fest in Kent to NAAM?s History Lives Here exhibit, Jerk Shack?s smoked ribeye sandwich, and Scope Screenings at Langston ? plus a Profiles in Black Leadership spotlight on Megan Mathews, Director of Washington?s Office of Equity.
Back2Besa: Dancing, Dining, and Celebrating Community with WeRise Wines, Baseball Beyond Borders, and Soul on the Water
From the joy of Afro Dance Camp to rooftop vibes with WeRise Wines, a flavor-packed ribeye at Jerk Shack, Soul on the Water at Pier 62, and the Baseball Beyond Borders showcase at T-Mobile Park?this week?s Back2Besa is all about culture, community, and connection.
From the joy of Afro Dance Camp to rooftop vibes with WeRise Wines, a flavor-packed ribeye at Jerk Shack, Soul on the Water at Pier 62, and the Baseball Beyond Borders showcase at T-Mobile Park?this week?s Back2Besa is all about culture, community, and connection.
Behind the Laughs:�Nate�Jackson?s Journey to the Big Stage
From Netflix specials to running one of the hottest comedy clubs in the PNW,�Nate�Jackson stops by Almost The Weekend to talk about his Just For Laughs win, the hustle behind his career, and why he always leaves the door open for others to shine.
From Netflix specials to running one of the hottest comedy clubs in the PNW,�Nate�Jackson stops by Almost The Weekend to talk about his Just For Laughs win, the hustle behind his career, and why he always leaves the door open for others to shine.
Celebrating Community, Legacy, and Change on Back2Besa: From Legendary AF to The Postman
This week on Back2Besa, Besa takes you inside Legendary AF Part 2, rewinds to Boise for the NATAS NW Storytelling Workshop, cools off with Creamy Cone Caf?, joins Garfield?s first Reclaiming the Village Black Family Summit, and honors the legacy of The Postman.
This week on Back2Besa, Besa takes you inside Legendary AF Part 2, rewinds to Boise for the NATAS NW Storytelling Workshop, cools off with Creamy Cone Caf?, joins Garfield?s first Reclaiming the Village Black Family Summit, and honors the legacy of The Postman.
Wings, Wellness & Wins: Community, Culture, and Kicks on Back2Besa
This week on Back2Besa, Besa Gordon dives into the Hot Wings & Soul Food competition, Seattle?s Big Day of Play, and AJ McQueen?s inspiring Griot Party Experience. She also takes you inside the grand reopening of Odessa Brown Children?s Clinic, Portland?s Indie Film Night, and Takiyah ?T Dub? Ward?s custom kicks for the Seattle Storm.
This week on Back2Besa, Besa Gordon dives into the Hot Wings & Soul Food competition, Seattle?s Big Day of Play, and AJ McQueen?s inspiring Griot Party Experience. She also takes you inside the grand reopening of Odessa Brown Children?s Clinic, Portland?s Indie Film Night, and Takiyah ?T Dub? Ward?s custom kicks for the Seattle Storm.
Back2Besa full episode: August 17
Highlighting the latest trends, inspiring stories and interviews with notable people; hosted by Besa Gordon.
Highlighting the latest trends, inspiring stories and interviews with notable people; hosted by Besa Gordon.
Bill Bellamy Talks Legacy, Longevity & Learning from the Culture on Almost The Weekend
Comedian Bill Bellamy joins Almost The Weekend to talk career, comedy, and culture with Curtis and Besa. It?s laughs, stories and good vibes you don?t want to miss!
Comedian Bill Bellamy joins Almost The Weekend to talk career, comedy, and culture with Curtis and Besa. It?s laughs, stories and good vibes you don?t want to miss!
Seattle Honors Mandela, Black Media, and Rising Youth Talent on This Inspiring Back2Besa Episode
From the Mandela exhibit at MOHAI to rooftop honors for Seattle media icons, this episode of Back2Besa celebrates community, culture, and Black excellence. Meet Maya Russell, star of the Teen Summer Musical’s “The Wiz,” and step into events like Scope Screenings and the Blueprint Brunch, where local voices shape a brighter future.
From the Mandela exhibit at MOHAI to rooftop honors for Seattle media icons, this episode of Back2Besa celebrates community, culture, and Black excellence. Meet Maya Russell, star of the Teen Summer Musical’s “The Wiz,” and step into events like Scope Screenings and the Blueprint Brunch, where local voices shape a brighter future.
Seattle Honors Mandela, Black Media, and Rising Youth Talent on This Inspiring Back2Besa Episode
From the Mandela exhibit at MOHAI to rooftop honors for Seattle media icons, this episode of Back2Besa celebrates community, culture, and Black excellence. Meet Maya Russell, star of the Teen Summer Musical’s “The Wiz,” and step into events like Scope Screenings and the Blueprint Brunch, where local voices shape a brighter future.
From the Mandela exhibit at MOHAI to rooftop honors for Seattle media icons, this episode of Back2Besa celebrates community, culture, and Black excellence. Meet Maya Russell, star of the Teen Summer Musical’s “The Wiz,” and step into events like Scope Screenings and the Blueprint Brunch, where local voices shape a brighter future.
Healing, Hustle & Heritage: Back2Besa Highlights Black Wellness and the Power of Community
Besa Gordon is back and diving into a packed week! This episode features visits to the Seattle Aquarium's new ocean pavilion and Platinum Plush Fashions. Besa also shares the premiere of her Mariners commercial, highlights the Abundance Health BIPOC Health & Wellness Fair, and sits down for a hilarious interview with Bill Bellamy. Plus, a Mariners food preview rewind, coverage of the Cierra Sisters health fair, and a trip to the NAACP National Convention.
Besa Gordon is back and diving into a packed week! This episode features visits to the Seattle Aquarium's new ocean pavilion and Platinum Plush Fashions. Besa also shares the premiere of her Mariners commercial, highlights the Abundance Health BIPOC Health & Wellness Fair, and sits down for a hilarious interview with Bill Bellamy. Plus, a Mariners food preview rewind, coverage of the Cierra Sisters health fair, and a trip to the NAACP National Convention.
Besa Gordon Returns to Celebrate & Uplift Community
In this episode, Besa Gordon returns to host Back2Besa after an 8-week break, sharing her journey of healing from the inside out. The show features a lineup of uplifting segments, including a trip to Portland for the Bloom Runway Dynasty fashion show, a visit to Lakewood to "Freshen Up A Bit" with mobile car detailer Cashier, a walk with the Daddy's Stroller Social Club at Barnett Park, and a celebration of Nate Jackson's Netflix special premiere in Tacoma. Besa also takes time to thank the guest hosts who filled in during her absence and emphasizes the themes of Black Joy and self-acceptance throughout the episode.
In this episode, Besa Gordon returns to host Back2Besa after an 8-week break, sharing her journey of healing from the inside out. The show features a lineup of uplifting segments, including a trip to Portland for the Bloom Runway Dynasty fashion show, a visit to Lakewood to "Freshen Up A Bit" with mobile car detailer Cashier, a walk with the Daddy's Stroller Social Club at Barnett Park, and a celebration of Nate Jackson's Netflix special premiere in Tacoma. Besa also takes time to thank the guest hosts who filled in during her absence and emphasizes the themes of Black Joy and self-acceptance throughout the episode.
Back2Besa full episode: July 19
Highlighting the latest trends, inspiring stories and interviews with notable people; hosted by Besa Gordon.
Highlighting the latest trends, inspiring stories and interviews with notable people; hosted by Besa Gordon.
Youth, Leadership, and Community Impact? Tavis Conway Hosts Back2Besa
This week on Back2Besa, guest host Tavis Conway highlights stories of youth, leadership, and community impact. The episode features the FAST Next Generation Level Up Celebration, a look back at the HBCU Swingman Classic, the "Learn from the Pros" event at Desmond Trufant's Sunset Estates, the grand opening of Molly Moon's new waterfront shop, a Juneteenth fireside chat with Cliff Avril in Spokane, and the fourth season kickoff of Scope Screenings.
This week on Back2Besa, guest host Tavis Conway highlights stories of youth, leadership, and community impact. The episode features the FAST Next Generation Level Up Celebration, a look back at the HBCU Swingman Classic, the "Learn from the Pros" event at Desmond Trufant's Sunset Estates, the grand opening of Molly Moon's new waterfront shop, a Juneteenth fireside chat with Cliff Avril in Spokane, and the fourth season kickoff of Scope Screenings.
Back2Besa Full Episode: July 5
Highlighting the latest trends, inspiring stories and interviews with notable people; hosted by Besa Gordon.
Highlighting the latest trends, inspiring stories and interviews with notable people; hosted by Besa Gordon.
Back2Besa Full Episode: June 28
Guest host Jazz from Seattle leads this episode of Back2Besa, featuring highlights from Tacoma's Juneteenth celebration with Besa Gordon, an interview with D Smoke and the Innovative Change Makers, King County?s first Summit on Crime Survivors, a rewind to the HBCU Seattle Series Vibe Bingo, a spotlight on Mattice Beauty Supply, and a look at Mediums Collective's "Back to the Streets" Fashion Show.
Guest host Jazz from Seattle leads this episode of Back2Besa, featuring highlights from Tacoma's Juneteenth celebration with Besa Gordon, an interview with D Smoke and the Innovative Change Makers, King County?s first Summit on Crime Survivors, a rewind to the HBCU Seattle Series Vibe Bingo, a spotlight on Mattice Beauty Supply, and a look at Mediums Collective's "Back to the Streets" Fashion Show.
Back2Besa: Music, poetry, and soul food from Seattle to Spokane
Highlighting the latest trends, inspiring stories and interviews with notable people; hosted by Besa Gordon.
Highlighting the latest trends, inspiring stories and interviews with notable people; hosted by Besa Gordon.