Welcome to the Party! [WBP Cross Over Episode]

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Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Willamette Block Party!

Join your hosts Ray White, Allie Saunders, and Xavier “xInYaFaceDotCom” Hudson as they kick off their new podcast dedicated to highlighting "ALL THINGS BLACK within the Willamette Valley."

From first impressions of Oregon to deep reflections on cultural connection, belonging, and goals for the future, this conversation sets the tone for what the Block Party is all about: joy, honesty, and community-building in the place we call home.

Key Discussion Points & Timestamps:

● [00:00]: [Welcome, Shenanigans & Introductions]

● [02:07]: [Came From Other Locales to Become Locals]

● [13:27]: [Creating Black Space in the Valley]

● [22:42]: [“Big Acre Energy” – Black Land Ownership Goals]

● [26:59]: [Final Words & Sign-off]

Connect with Us:

● Follow our show page and our hosts on Instagram for more content, and shout us out using the hashtag #WeOutHereWBP!

○ @WillametteBlockParty @allie.havenrose @raydevante @xinyafacedotcom

● We are here to highlight All Things Black in the Willamette Valley. Please let us know if you’re interested in being a guest on the show. Send all topics, community resources, event invites, suggestions, and inquiries to willametteblockparty@gmail.com.

● Allie, Ray, and Xavier each have additional projects that they would love for you to engage with. You can find more information by visiting the links below.

○ Allie Saunders - https://havenroserealestate.com/

○ Ray White - https://raymondwhite.net/

○ Xavier Hudson - https://www.wholelottaenterprises.com/

Additional Resources:

● Episode Transcript - bit.ly/4gdjsVW

● For the Locals:

○ BIPOCs Living in Salem (BLIS) – https://www.instagram.com/blisalem/

○ The Sanctuary | Christian Community – https://www.instagram.com/thesanctuarypnw/

○ Becka Makes Buttons – https://beckamakesbuttons.com/

○ Radness Ensues – https://www.radnessensues.org/

○ Janique Crenshaw – https://www.janiquecrenshaw.com/

○ Hunters of Color – https://huntersofcolor-community.org/

Sponsorship:If you’re interested in becoming a sponsor for this project please reach out to us at willametteblockparty@gmail.com.

Original Music:● Created by Raymond D. White | All Rights Reserved

Production:● Whole Lotta Enterprises, LLC© 2025 | Willamette Block Party | All Rights Reserved