Are Black Voters Being Taken For Granted?

Are Black Voters Being Taken For Granted?

As conversations about the next election cycle begin again, Knowa De Baraso tackles one of the most debated—and uncomfortable—questions in American politics: Are Black voters being taken for granted? In this episode of Now You Know, Knowa examines the policies, history, and messaging surrounding the Democratic Party's relationship with Black Americans, while challenging narratives that have gained traction in recent election cycles. Through a deep dive into issues like criminal justice, economic opportunity, healthcare, voting behavior, and the wrongful execution of Marcellus Williams, Knowa argues that political decisions have real-life consequences—and that facts matter more than viral talking points. Follow Knowa De Baraso on social media @knowadebaraso and join the conversation. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Rewind: Wrongful Convictions

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 think about freedom—while thousands of people remain incarcerated pre-trial or wrongfully convicted. Lauren Bright Pacheco’s new season of Wrongful Conviction [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Ubjbkka_VZ0] brings that tension into sharp focus, highlighting overlooked stories, investigative failures, and families who continue fighting through the holidays.  From there, Knowa makes it clear he’s only scratching the surface. His curiosity is shifting toward how influencers amplifying cases or partnering with organizations like the Reform Alliance [https://reformalliance.com/] can shift public pressure toward policy change.  Then, Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat [https://ballotpedia.org/Patrick_Labat] breaks down why celebrity arrests at Fulton County Jail end up revealing the same systemic issues everyday residents face. When high-profile figures go through intake and publicly describe overcrowding, slow processing, or poor conditions, it draws rare national attention to problems that wrongfully convicted people and pre-trial detainees endure for far longer. Sheriff Labat uses these moments to contextualize the county’s ongoing challenges: insufficient funding, safer infrastructure, and the cascading impact of understaffing on jail conditions. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Rewind: Jemele Hill talks WNBA, Politics, And More

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! Follow Knowa on all socials: https://linktr.ee/knowadebaraso [https://linktr.ee/knowadebaraso]Follow Jemele Hill on X/Twitter: https://x.com/jemelehill/ [https://x.com/jemelehill/] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The Democrat Who Won 62% of the Vote in a Swing State Has a Message for Democrats

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 long-term cost play. Then the big one — data centers and the water-supply risk to Georgia communities. Plus the third Democratic seat with Sheila Edwards, the Keisha Lance Bottoms / Burt Jones / Rick Jackson governor's race, and the Trump administration's impact on your energy bills. 🗳️ Get involved: iwillvote.com • peterforgeorgia.com If this helped you understand your power bill, please leave a review, share it, and follow the show for more Meet the Candidate interviews. Follow Knowa on all socials: https://linktr.ee/knowadebaraso [https://linktr.ee/knowadebaraso] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Pete Buttigieg's 2028 Signal: On Iran, the Midterms & Why He Skipped the Senate Race | Exclusive Interview ft. Rep. Nikema Williams

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 before a presidential cycle. Follow Knowa on all socials: https://linktr.ee/knowadebaraso [https://linktr.ee/knowadebaraso] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.