Now You Know with Knowa De Baraso

Now You Know with Knowa De Baraso

Now You Know with Knowa De Baraso is the funny, illuminating, and fearless podcast where we get down to the bone on misinformation, pop culture, and politics. Each week, Knowa sits down with the politicians you know—or think you know—cultural icons, and celebrities to ask the questions no one else will, cut through the headlines, and get the real story straight from the source. No scripted answers. No small talk. Just great conversations, classic Knowa De Baraso commentary, and 30 minutes to break it all down. Now You Know with Knowa De isn’t just about politics—it’s about power, platforms, and the people using both to influence our future.

Episodes

July 1, 2026 55 mins

This week, as inmates at a North Caroline prison take over the facility, making demands for release and better conditions, we are revisiting an episode from December 2025, that addresses disparities in the United States justice system. 

Knowa frames the episode as a moment of reflection and responsibility: a time when many families gather, give thanks, and t...

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On this episode, Knowa is joined by Jemele Hill for an in-depth conversation covering everything from the WNBA to politics and so much more! She wasn't shy about her thoughts on Dave Portnoy, the Angel Reese suspension, and the intersection of sports and politics. Stay tuned for an unfiltered, no-holds-barred conversation you won’t want to miss!

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In this episode, Knowa talks with Peter Hubbard, Commissioner on the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC), about what he's accomplished, and how Democrats can win the midterm elections by leading with solutions and "receipts" on the issues voters feel every month.

We get into the real mechanics: how the five-member PSC sets your electricity and gas rates, why bills rose six times before Hubbard arrived, and how clean energy is a...

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Is Pete Buttigieg running for president in 2028? In this exclusive Atlanta interview, Knowa sits down with the former Transportation Secretary and Congresswoman Nikema Williams to break down the Iran war, the cost-of-living crisis, and Pete's message to speak to voters, not at them. Plus a 2028 roll call — Newsom, Harris, Whitmer, Beshear, Pritzker — and why so many top Democrats are quietly skipping Senate races right ...

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In this episode of Now You Know, Knowa sits down with Illinois Lieutenant Governor and U.S. Senate candidate Juliana Stratton for an in-depth conversation about her recent primary victory, her journey from caregiver and community advocate to statewide leader, and why she's ready to take her fight to Washington, D.C.

Stratton reflects on the campaign that propelled her to victory, sharing how her message of "giving the people what t...

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On this episode of Now You Know, Knowa sits down with 49th Vice President of the United States, Kamala Harris.

They talk misinformation in the digital age, her new book 107 Days, Black History Month in today’s political climate, Trump’s racist rhetoric toward President Obama, cele...

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In this episode, Dr. Abdul El Sayed, a candidate in the Michigan Senate race, discusses his campaign's central themes such as getting money out of politics, empowering small businesses, and implementing Medicare for all. 

Learn more about Dr. Abdul El Sayed here: https://abdulforsenate.com/ 

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Knowa is in California this month talking to candidates so for this special bonus episode, we dive into the 2026 midterm elections with focus on Congressman Eric Swalwell's bid for California Governor.

While taking a walk, the two chat about Swalwell's campaign policies on education, affordable housing, employment, and his plans to make California the entertainment hub once again. The episode also highlights Swalwell's commitment t...

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Knowa's back with the latest installment of the 2026 "Meet the Candidates” series, and on this episode, Georgia State Representative Ruwa Rommanjoins him to break down why she’s running for Governor of Georgia — and what she thinks Democrats need to do differently to win in a “once-in-a-generation” cycle.

They get into her affor...

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In this first episode of 2026, Knowa marks the one-year anniversary of the Los Angeles wildfires with none other than Mayor Karen Bass. Discussing topics from the wildfires' connection to climate change, misinformation spread, and rebuilding efforts, Mayor Bass provides valuable insights. The conversation also delves into broader themes like urban policy, homelessness, and Los Angeles culture, alongside Mayor Bass's stance on ICE a...

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A former NFL player who famously flipped a red seat blue in 2018, served three terms in Congress, and was later nominated to run against Ted Cruz for the U.S. Senate is now looking to make a return to Washington. This time, he’s running against incumbent U.S. Congresswoman Julie Johnson in a closely watched race in the newly drawn Texas congressional district.

He speaks at length about affordability, the spread of misinformat...

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History-making Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan stepped into the national spotlight as the would-be successor to Governor Tim Walz had Kamala Harris won the 2024 presidential election, a moment that put her leadership under a national microscope. Flanagan is now running for the U.S. Senate on a progressive platform, and on this week’s episode of Now You Know, she digs into her story, how it’s impacted her governi...

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On today’s episode of Now You Know, Knowa sits down with Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat, the man behind some of the most talked-about moments in recent criminal justice history. From Donald Trump’s mugshot to high-profile celebrity cases, criminal justice reform, and Young Thug’s time behind bars, Sheriff Labat speaks on it all.

The sheriff also dives into one of the biggest debates in law enforcement right n...

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With Thanksgiving approaching, Knowa frames the episode as a moment of reflection and responsibility: a time when many families gather, give thanks, and think about freedom—while thousands of people remain incarcerated pre-trial or wrongfully convicted. Lauren Bright Pacheco’s new season of Wrongful Conviction brings that tension into sharp focus, hi...

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In this episode of the Now You Know "Meet the Candidates 2026 Midterm Series," this no-holds-barred conversation covers a wide range of topics, including Georgia gubernatorial candidate Representative Derrick Jackson's policy positions, and his thoughts on qualifications for leadership roles.

Jackson, a retired lieutenant commander in the U.S. Navy and a corporate executive, emphasizes his commitment to family, rights, and military...

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As millions of Americans rethink their political identity, former Georgia Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan has made his own bold move — leaving the GOP to run for Governor of Georgia as a Democrat.

In this episode of the Now You Know  "Meet the Candidates 2026 Midterm Series," Knowa sits down with the candidate for an honest, wide-ranging conversation ...

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In today’s exciting episode, Knowa sits down with former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre to discuss her new book, Independent: A Look Inside a Broken White House, Outside the Party Lines, and her time behind the White House podium. Karine also opens up about her departure from the Democratic Party. Why she left, what she believes the party is lacking, and her vision for its future. You don’t want to miss ...

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In the first episode of the 2026 Meet the Candidates midterm series, Knowa sits down with State Senator Jason Esteves, a candidate for Governor of Georgia who’s bringing a fresh perspective. Senator Esteves talks about his plan for caretakers and the key policies he’s running on to lead the state.
He also shares his record of getting things done, from his work with Atlanta Public Schools to his time in the state Sena...

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In this episode of Now You Know with Knowa de Baraso, Congressman Bennie Thompson — and one of Mississippi’s most influential political leaders — sits down with Knowa for a conversation about America’s democracy, the legacy of January 6th, and what it means to lead with integrity in turbulent times.

Foll...

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Knowa is joined by the dynamic hosts of Native Land Pod — Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Tiffany Cross — for a conversation about the current political landscape, the culture of truth-telling in media, and what it takes to lead with integrity. Part of the Reasoned Choice Media family of politic...

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