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A podcast that is amplifying the voice of Black Creatives in the Pacific Northwest through powerful storytelling, inspiration and unity with all đïž Tune in for diverse conversations and unique perspectives. New episodes every Wednesday. Celebrate with me! Listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/ermiashagos
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What does it take to rebuild your life and find purpose after your darkest moment? LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and COMMENT to support more powerful conversations like this. In this episode, rising independent singer Jayla Snow shares her raw journey through addiction, recovery, motherhood, and rediscovering her voice through music. She opens up about moving to the Pacific Northwest, choosing joy daily, and using her story to inspire the next generation to keep goingâno matter what. Jayla Snow Instagr...
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âOne-time donation: â https://buymeacoffee.com/tbewithermiasâ What if loss could bring clarity instead of fear? In this powerful Q&A, I sit down with Netta Feiâauthor, spiritual coach, and founder of True Self Societyâto discuss her book The Book of Burnett: 42 Truths for Living Life Well, Fully and Without Regret. Be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and COMMENT to support the show and join the conversation. Netta opens up about the ins...
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âOne-time donation: â https://buymeacoffee.com/tbewithermiasâ Is hip-hop really decliningâor just evolving? SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, and SHARE this video if you love real conversations about culture, music, and history. In this 9-minute clip, educator and cultural leader James Miles breaks down the evolution of hip-hop from the 90s to today, East Coast vs West Coast, generational shifts in sound, and why modern hip-hop focuses more on vibe ...
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âOne-time donation: â https://buymeacoffee.com/tbewithermiasâ What if confidence isnât something you findâbut something you decide? In this short episode, Safia and Fuego drop real, unfiltered advice for creatives on the come-up: confidence, consistency, execution, and why âno resourcesâ is no longer an excuse in the digital era. This conversation is a mindset reset for anyone chasing creative purpose in 2026. Perfect for pho...
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âOne-time donation: â https://buymeacoffee.com/tbewithermiasâ Is modern dating brokenâor just misunderstood? đ€ Hana breaks down dating in 2026, the pressure we put on first dates, and why simplicity might be the real secret. Coffee shops > everything else. đ„ Subscribe for more real conversations and culture-forward content Follow Hana Here: https://www.instagram.com/hanatakele21/ Full Episode: https://youtu.be/DXw-oobvrpI #...
A year of conversations, culture, and unforgettable momentsâthis is The Best of 2025. This compilation brings together the most powerful clips, standout guests, and defining conversations from the past year of the podcast. From legacy voices to rising creatives, these moments capture the growth, lessons, and impact that shaped 2025. Video Editor: https://www.instagram.com/caleb.bonilla/ Music: Pixabay.com â
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Youâre going to fallâbut quitting is a choice. SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, SHARE this episode, and COMMENT below what creative dream youâre refusing to quit on. In this episode, I sit down with Nate Alexander aka Razedebar, a creative designer known for his handmade garment collections and raw creative honesty. We talk about failure, self-doubt, crying as a creator, and why persistence matters more than perfection. This conversation is for anyone building something from nothing and choosing not to qui...
Youâre going to fallâbut quitting is a choice. SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, SHARE this episode, and COMMENT below what creative dream youâre refusing to quit on. In this episode, I sit down with Nate Alexander aka Razedebar, a creative designer known for his handmade garment collections and raw creative honesty. We talk about failure, self-doubt, crying as a creator, and why persistence matters more than perfection. This conversation is for anyone building something from nothing and choosing not to qui...
What happens when you stop chasing viral momentsâand start owning who you are? Make sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE to support the show and help these stories reach more people. I sit down with K Money, a YouTuber, Twitch streamer, and content creator with millions of views, to talk about his rise in content creation, embracing his Ethiopian culture, the viral moment with IShowSpeed, and his advice for Gen-Z creators on how to truly stand out in 2026. -----------------------------------...
What really happened behind the most iconic protest in Olympic history? Before you watch, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE this episode â this is the kind of story that deserves to reach the whole world. In this powerful conversation, Dr. John Carlos â the man who raised his fist alongside Tommie Smith at the 1968 Mexico City Games â sits down with The Black Experience Podcast to tell the story most people never learned. We travel through his Harlem upbringing, the courage forged in the Civil...
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âOne-time donation: â https://buymeacoffee.com/tbewithermiasâ The ground is shifting â and Washington voters just sent a message. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE, like, and drop a comment to keep these deep-dive conversations alive. ---------------------------------- TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 2:51 Seattle Mayoral Race 7:57 Democratic Socialist. What does it mean? 12:41 King County Executive Race 15:43 Promises Made V. Promises Kept 20:07 New Yo...
What if being âmediocreâ was the most radical thing a Black woman could be? đ„ In this powerful episode of The Black Experience Podcast, I sit down with Goddess Theadora, the visionary behind The Mediocre Black Woman â a movement redefining what it means to be enough. Before you dive in, make sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more transformative conversations every Wednesday. Goddess Theadora opens up about breaking free from perfectionism, creating safe spaces for Black women t...
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âOne-time donation: â https://buymeacoffee.com/tbewithermiasâ From pro basketball courts in Europe to designing one of Seattleâs most inspiring streetwear brands â Terrell Jovonâs story is all about faith, hustle, and self-belief. In this episode of The Black Experience Podcast, Terrell shares his journey from playing overseas basketball to launching his clothing line, HIM & HER Apparel. We talk about the meaning of hustle, lesson...
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âOne-time donation: â https://buymeacoffee.com/tbewithermiasâ What truly drives Gen Z to chase their purpose? đ đ Donât forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs motivation today! In this inspiring episode, Kwabena â student, athlete, and speaker â opens up about his journey from high school leadership to life at UW and how he stays grounded through it all. From lessons on perseverance ...
Out of all the issues he tackled, police accountability, housing reform, and juvenile justice stand out. Former State Rep. Jesse Johnson reveals the one heâs most passionate about: creating apprenticeship pathways for young people. đ Hit subscribe, like, and the bell to stay updated with powerful stories every week! In this short clip, Jesse explains why building pre-apprenticeship programs is his proudest achievement, how trades can rival college as a pathway to wealth, and why hands-on sk...
What does it take to be the youngest state legislator while balancing family, leadership, and legacy? Donât forget to subscribe, like, and share this episode! In this conversation, Jesse Johnson shares his journey from the Obama campaign to the passage of groundbreaking police accountability laws, tackling housing insecurity, and addressing generational wealth gaps. â
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Starting a coffee business in Seattleâthe home of Starbucksâsounds impossible. But that didnât stop Efrem Feseha. â
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âOne-time donation: â https://buymeacoffee.com/tbewithermiasâ In this inspiring throwback episode, Efrem shares how he founded Boon Boona Coffee, from being rejected by banks to years of hard work at festivals and local shops before finally opening his first cafĂ©. His story is one of persistence, community support, and...
What does it take to balance faith, music, and a 9-5 while chasing your dreams? đ Donât forget to hit that subscribe button so you never miss a conversation that inspires action. In this episode, Andre Cole opens up about growing up with faith, his career in the music industry alongside legends, and the lessons heâs learned working with ultra-successful people. We also dive into his football journey, building a business while working a full-time job, and his advice for the next generat...
What advice would you give your younger self? In this inspiring 10-minute clip, resilience coach, author, and national speaker Ken Miller drops wisdom for the next generation. He talks about the power of forgiveness, why itâs critical to choose the right friends and partners, how to avoid the trap of drugs, and the importance of finding a mentor who pushes you to grow. Ken emphasizes the need to embrace your truth, curiosity, and strengths, reminding us that the choices you make today shape...
Before The Black Experience became what it is today, this was the very first episode ever filmed â back when I was still in college. đ„ If youâre new here, make sure to SUBSCRIBE, like this video, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode! 0:00 â Intro & Finals Week Energy 0:25 â Meet Tima: Musician, Student, Leader 2:00 â Growing Up Sierra Leonean-American & Coming to Western 4:40 â Being Black at a Predominantly White College 7:00 â Joining BSU & Finding Community 10:57 â S...
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