Knowa sits down with Karine Jean-Pierre, former White House Press Secretary and author of the new book Independent: A Look Inside a Broken White House, Outside the Party Lines.

In this thoughtful conversation, Karine reflects on her years behind the podium, the state of political leadership today, and the personal cost of navigating loyalty, identity, and integrity in public life.

Together, they explore what it means to speak truth from within the system — and what it takes to keep your independence when the spotlight fades.

Knowa sits down with Karine Jean-Pierre, former White House Press Secretary and author of the new book Independent: A Look Inside a Broken White House, Outside the Party Lines.
In this thoughtful conversation, Karine reflects on her years behind the podium, the state of political leadership today, and the personal cost of navigating loyalty, identity, and integrity in public life.
Together, they explore what it means to speak truth from within the system &mdash; and what it takes to keep your independence when the spotlight fades.

What happens when a 14-year-old asks the questions grown folks can’t—or won’t? Now You Know with Knowa De Baraso is a sharp, funny, and fearless podcast that cuts through the noise of politics, pop culture, and power. Each week, Knowa sits down with the people shaping the world—from movement leaders to cultural icons—to get real about democracy, justice, joy, and what it means to grow up in America right now. With curiosity, wit, and a side-eye when needed, Knowa leads conversations that challenge the status quo and center the voices too often left out.

Now You Know with Knowa De Baraso isn’t just about politics—it’s about power, platforms, and the people using both to influence our future.

What happens when a 14-year-old asks the questions grown folks can&rsquo;t&mdash;or won&rsquo;t?&nbsp;Now You Know with Knowa De Baraso is a sharp, funny, and fearless podcast that cuts through the noise of politics, pop culture, and power. Each week, Knowa sits down with the people shaping the world&mdash;from movement leaders to cultural icons&mdash;to get real about democracy, justice, joy, and what it means to grow up in America right now. With curiosity, wit, and a side-eye when needed, Knowa leads conversations that challenge the status quo and center the voices too often left out.
Now You Know with Knowa De Baraso isn&rsquo;t just about politics&mdash;it&rsquo;s about power, platforms, and the people using both to influence our future.

Now You Know with Knowa De Baraso

Karine Jean-Pierre: Inside ‘Independent — A Look Inside a Broken White House, Outside the Party Lines'

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With the evolving political dynamics in Texas, former Congressman Colin Allred has made a significant decision to run for the newly drawn 33rd Congressional District. In a recent interview, Allred discussed the impact of redistricting, pointing out how gerrymandering has disenfranchised many voters, particularly in communities of color. This shifting landscape has fueled several candidacies, including his own, as candidates adapt to these changes to ensure representation for diverse communities. Allred's journey from the NFL to Congress highlights his dedication to public service, believing deeply in the power of community and representation. 

While reflecting on past campaigns, Allred envisions a future where policy changes improve the lives of working-class Texans, offering them a fair chance to succeed. With reassurance in his campaign, Allred remains determined to be a strong advocate for his constituents, aiming to bring meaningful change to the political arena while restoring power to the people.

With the <a href="https://www.texastribune.org/2025/12/08/colin-allred-drops-out-senate-democratic-primary-congress-33rd-district-dallas/">evolving political dynamics in Texas</a>, former Congressman Colin Allred has made a significant decision to run for the newly drawn 33rd Congressional District. In a recent interview, Allred discussed the impact of redistricting, pointing out how gerrymandering has disenfranchised many voters, particularly in communities of color. This shifting landscape has fueled several candidacies, including his own, as candidates adapt to these changes to ensure representation for diverse communities. Allred's journey from the NFL to Congress highlights his dedication to public service, believing deeply in the power of community and representation.&nbsp;
While reflecting on past campaigns,<a href="https://colinallred.com/"> Allred envisions a future </a>where policy changes improve the lives of working-class Texans, offering them a fair chance to succeed. With reassurance in his campaign, Allred remains determined to be a strong advocate for his constituents, aiming to bring meaningful change to the political arena while restoring power to the people.

Colin Allred on Navigating Texas' Political Landscape

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Intros

Flanagan's Candidacy for the Senate

Trump's Big Beautiful Bill

Flanagan's Story

Minnesota's Second Gentleman

Flanagan's Platform

What Voters Care About

Lieutenant Governor Flanagan

Pork Chop on a Stick

Going to Rural Minnesota

Governor Walz

The Campaign Trail

Why Not Run for Governor?

Follow Flanagan, Hot Dish, and more

In this episode, Peggy Flanagan, the Lieutenant Governor of Minnesota, discusses her candidacy for the United States Senate. She highlights her vision for improving affordability and healthcare, rooted in her personal experiences with Section 8 housing, SNAP, and Medicaid.

Learn more about Peggy Flanagan’s policy plans: https://peggyflanagan.com/

And keep up with Knowa on social @knowadebaraso.

In this episode, Peggy Flanagan, the Lieutenant Governor of Minnesota, discusses her candidacy for the United States Senate. She highlights her vision for improving affordability and healthcare, rooted in her personal experiences with Section 8 housing, SNAP, and Medicaid.
Learn more about Peggy Flanagan&rsquo;s policy plans: <a href="https://peggyflanagan.com/">https://peggyflanagan.com/</a>
And keep up with Knowa on social @knowadebaraso.

Peggy Flanagan on Affordable Living and A Senate Seat

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Criminal Justice Series Introduction

Classroom to Courtroom Pipeline

Fulton County Jail Funding Issues

Community Service and High-Profile Cases

Trump's Mugshot and Security Measures

Wrongful Convictions and Cash Bail Debate

Opportunities for Improvement in the Justice S

High Profile Inmates

In this episode, Knowa sits down with Fulton County Sheriff Pat Labat of Atlanta, Georgia — the man behind some of the most viral moments in modern criminal justice, from former President Trump’s mugshot to the celebrity cases cycling through Fulton County Jail. Building on Knowa’s growing curiosity about criminal justice reform, the conversation revisits last episode’s look at the Young Thug case and expands on how high-profile arrests shape — and often distort — the public’s understanding of the system.

Sheriff Labat then pulls back the curtain on what the headlines miss: chronic underfunding from the Fulton County Commission, overcrowding, staffing shortages, and bottlenecks created when judges, public defenders, and district attorneys don’t have the resources they need. He explains why the spectacle gets all the attention, but the systemic imbalance causes the real harm.

The conversation also dives into the impact of no-cash bail, the importance of strong legal representation, and the human cost of long pretrial waits — told through Sheriff Labat’s experience and Knowa’s evolving lens on justice, culture, and civic responsibility.

✉️ Send In Your Questions

Have a question or something you want Knowa to break down on the show?
Send your thoughts to Knowa @knowadebaraso on all platforms and your questions may appear in an upcoming episode.

In this episode, Knowa sits down with Fulton County Sheriff Pat Labat of Atlanta, Georgia &mdash; the man behind some of the most viral moments in modern criminal justice, from former President Trump&rsquo;s mugshot to the celebrity cases cycling through Fulton County Jail. Building on Knowa&rsquo;s growing curiosity about criminal justice reform, the conversation revisits last episode&rsquo;s look at the Young Thug case and expands on how high-profile arrests shape &mdash; and often distort &mdash; the public&rsquo;s understanding of the system.
Sheriff Labat then pulls back the curtain on what the headlines miss: chronic underfunding from the Fulton County Commission, overcrowding, staffing shortages, and bottlenecks created when judges, public defenders, and district attorneys don&rsquo;t have the resources they need. He explains why the spectacle gets all the attention, but the systemic imbalance causes the real harm.
The conversation also dives into the impact of no-cash bail, the importance of strong legal representation, and the human cost of long pretrial waits &mdash; told through Sheriff Labat&rsquo;s experience and Knowa&rsquo;s evolving lens on justice, culture, and civic responsibility.
✉️ Send In Your Questions
Have a question or something you want Knowa to break down on the show? Send your thoughts to Knowa @knowadebaraso on all platforms and your questions may appear in an upcoming episode.

From Young Thug to Trump: The Story Inside Fulton County

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Karine Jean-Pierre: Inside ‘Independent — A Look Inside a Broken White House, Outside the Party Lines'

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