Podcasts

Seattle Medium's Rhythm News Podcast spotlights The Scene, a Black-owned coffee shop in South Park founded by Michelle Lang-Raymond and her husband. As part of the Pack the House campaign, host Christopher B. Bennett explores how the shop fosters community connection among Seattle's dispersed Black residents through shared space and everyday gathering.

Christopher B. Bennett hosts the Seattle Medium's Rhythm News Podcast, discussing an upcoming Constitution Day march organized by the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle. Guest Antoinett Atkins explains why the coalition is using the anniversary to question whether constitutional protections are fully realized for all, and how they aim to inspire lasting civic engagement.

Seattle Medium's Rhythm News Podcast host Christopher B. Bennett sits down with Chef Tay Proctor-Mills Jr., resident chef and cooperative owner of Black & Tan Hall in Hillman City. The Central District native discusses his culinary approach, the restaurant's blend of food, music, art and community, and why he's urging Seattle to Pack the House.

This Rhythm & News Podcast episode spotlights Emma's BBQ as part of Pack the House, a 10-week campaign by The Seattle Medium, Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle and Byrd Barr Place supporting Black-owned restaurants. Host Christopher B. Bennett talks with owner Tess Thomas Anderson and granddaughter Miceala Thomas about family legacy, restaurant challenges and community support.

Seattle Medium’s Rhythm News Podcast host Christopher B. Bennett speaks with Anzhane Slaughter, founder of Young Black Homeowners, about the organization’s mission to guide prospective buyers—especially those facing debt or credit challenges—toward homeownership through education and resources, plus details on an upcoming event designed to help attendees build their own path to owning a home.

Tabor 100 celebrates 25 years of empowering minority-owned and underserved businesses with its Captains of Industry Gala, themed "Rooted in Justice, Rising in Power," at the Seattle Convention Center. Podcast host Christopher B. Bennett speaks with planning committee member Darci Henderson about the event, its impact, and why supporting small businesses strengthens the entire community.

Seattle Medium's Rhythm News Podcast host Christopher B. Bennett speaks with Dr. Angela Griffin of Byrd Barr Place and Michelle Merriweather of the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle about Pack the House, a 10-week campaign encouraging community support for Black-owned restaurants facing rising costs across the greater Seattle area.

Christopher B. Bennett previews the 36th annual Judge Charles V. Johnson Youth and Law Forum, a free event Nov. 14 at Church by the Side of the Road and Tukwila Municipal Court. Guests Dr. Margaret Spearmon and Bobby Alexander discuss how the forum educates youth on legal rights, civic responsibility and leadership under this year's theme, "Together for Justice. Together for Change.

Theo Martin, owner of Island Soul Rum Bar Soul Shack in Columbia City, joins the Seattle Medium's Rhythm News Podcast to discuss his family's restaurant legacy rooted in his father's Judkins Barbecue, and why Island Soul is the featured business kicking off Pack the House, a campaign supporting Black-owned restaurants across Seattle.

The Navy may strip Doris Miller's name from aircraft carrier CVN-81, potentially replacing it with President Trump's. Retired Navy Captain Tony Barnes talks about Miller's legacy, the ship's historic significance as the first carrier named for a Black American, and concerns over recognition of Black military heroes.