In this episode, Gauri chats with Dave, the owner and founder of Black and Gifted. Dave talks about learning from other artists, his power beyond the artwork he creates, how the Black Lives Matter protests in Portland affected him and his business, and much more! Make sure to follow Black and Gifted on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/black_and_gifted_pdx/ and check out their products at https://blackandgifted.storenvy.com/! Between February 4th and 14th, 2021, make sure to check out Black and Gifted's inflatable brain character at the MAX station on SW 6th and Morrison! 

And don't forget to look at the other businesses Dave recommended, like Mic Capes (https://www.instagram.com/miccapesraps/), Mirisata Restaurant (https://www.instagram.com/mirisata/) and the Wonder Ballroom (https://www.instagram.com/wonder_ballroom/)!