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 and her thoughts on the ongoing situation in Venezuela. Tune in for Mayor Bass's candid insights on these critical issues and her plans to combat homelessness, misinformation and keep LA the entertainment capital of the world.

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 and her thoughts on the ongoing situation in Venezuela. Tune in for Mayor Bass's candid insights on these critical issues and her plans to combat homelessness, misinformation and keep LA the entertainment capital of the world.

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

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass on the one-year anniversary of the Los Angeles wildfires and climate change.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass on One Year After Wildfires, Venezuela, and The Future of LA

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