The Knowledge

Rodney Washington

The Knowledge Series** is the podcast that explores the stories behind the headlines and the questions that spark curiosity. Each episode takes you on a journey through history, science, technology, transportation, culture, and the remarkable people whose ideas shaped our world. Whether we're uncovering forgotten innovators, explaining everyday mysteries, or providing historical context to today's events, you'll come away with something new to think about. Join us as we turn curiosity into understanding—one story at a time. Listen to **The Knowledge Series** from STM Daily News wherever you get your podcasts, and visit **stmdailynews.com** for even more articles, videos, and educational content.

Episodes

  1. 3d ago

    Where Did Black Los Angeles Go?

    The Knowledge Series by STM Daily News Every question has a story. Welcome to The Knowledge Series, where curiosity meets context. In each episode, we explore the fascinating people, places, discoveries, inventions, and events that have shaped our world. From forgotten pioneers and historical milestones to science, technology, transportation, culture, and everyday mysteries, we go beyond the headlines to explain not just what happened—but why it matters. Whether you're a lifelong learner or simply curious about the world around you, you're in the right place. Los Angeles once had one of the most concentrated and influential Black communities in the West. Today, its population is smaller and spread across a much larger region. This episode examines the housing pressures and economic changes behind the shift—and follows Black families from South Los Angeles to the Antelope Valley, Inland Empire, Phoenix, Las Vegas, and cities across the South. Visit The Knowledge #BlackLosAngeles #LosAngelesHistory #BlackHistory #SouthLosAngeles #STMDailyNews Chapters (00:00:03) - Black Los Angeles: What Happened to the Community?Continue the Journey Read more in-depth articles, breaking news, and educational features at STM Daily News: https://stmdailynews.com/the-knowledge/ Subscribe to our free newsletter and never miss a story. We'd love to hear from you! Share your thoughts, suggest future topics, and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow STM Daily News on your favorite social media platforms for daily stories, videos, and exclusive content. ⭐ If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a five-star review. Your support helps more curious minds discover The Knowledge Series. STM Daily News — News. Knowledge. Context.

  2. 4d ago ·  Bonus

    What in the Heck Is a Sweat Bee? And Yes, My Wife Was Right

    The Knowledge Series by STM Daily News Every question has a story. Welcome to The Knowledge Series, where curiosity meets context. In each episode, we explore the fascinating people, places, discoveries, inventions, and events that have shaped our world. From forgotten pioneers and historical milestones to science, technology, transportation, culture, and everyday mysteries, we go beyond the headlines to explain not just what happened—but why it matters. Whether you're a lifelong learner or simply curious about the world around you, you're in the right place. When my wife Rebecca told me she thought she'd been stung by a sweat bee, I figured she was making it up. A sweat bee? What in the heck is that? Turns out, they're very real, they're attracted to the salt in human sweat, and yes—females can sting. In this humorous episode of the STM Daily News Podcast, we discover why these tiny pollinators might mistake you for a walking sports drink—and why I now owe my wife an apology. Article Link: https://stmdailynews.com/what-in-the-heck-is-a-sweat-bee-turns-out-my-wife-wasnt-making-it-up/ #SweatBee #Bees #Pollinators #Nature #DidYouKnow #TheKnowledge #STMDailyNews #STMDailyNewsPodcast Chapters (00:00:03) - What in the Heck Is A Sweat Bee?(00:02:44) - Knowledge PodcastContinue the Journey Read more in-depth articles, breaking news, and educational features at STM Daily News: https://stmdailynews.com/the-knowledge/ Subscribe to our free newsletter and never miss a story. We'd love to hear from you! Share your thoughts, suggest future topics, and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow STM Daily News on your favorite social media platforms for daily stories, videos, and exclusive content. ⭐ If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a five-star review. Your support helps more curious minds discover The Knowledge Series. STM Daily News — News. Knowledge. Context.

  3. Aug 16

    Madam C. J. Walker: From Washerwoman to Beauty Mogul

    The Knowledge Series by STM Daily News Every question has a story. Welcome to The Knowledge Series, where curiosity meets context. In each episode, we explore the fascinating people, places, discoveries, inventions, and events that have shaped our world. From forgotten pioneers and historical milestones to science, technology, transportation, culture, and everyday mysteries, we go beyond the headlines to explain not just what happened—but why it matters. Whether you're a lifelong learner or simply curious about the world around you, you're in the right place. From washerwoman to pioneering entrepreneur, Madam C. J. Walker built far more than a beauty empire. Born Sarah Breedlove to formerly enslaved parents, she overcame poverty and limited opportunities to create a successful hair-care business and a nationwide network that helped thousands of Black women pursue financial independence. In this Forgotten Genius Friday episode from STM Daily News, we explore Walker's remarkable journey, innovative business model, philanthropy, civil rights activism, and the legacy she left behind. Discover how Madam C. J. Walker transformed personal challenges into opportunity—and helped open doors for generations of women entrepreneurs. Subscribe to the STM Daily News Podcast for more stories about the innovators, entrepreneurs, and history-makers who helped shape our world. #MadamCJWalker #ForgottenGeniusFriday #BlackHistory #WomensHistory #Entrepreneurship #STMDailyNews Chapters (00:00:03) - Forgotten Genius: Madam C.J. WalkerContinue the Journey Read more in-depth articles, breaking news, and educational features at STM Daily News: https://stmdailynews.com/the-knowledge/ Subscribe to our free newsletter and never miss a story. We'd love to hear from you! Share your thoughts, suggest future topics, and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow STM Daily News on your favorite social media platforms for daily stories, videos, and exclusive content. ⭐ If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a five-star review. Your support helps more curious minds discover The Knowledge Series. STM Daily News — News. Knowledge. Context.

  4. Aug 7

    Marian Croak: The Inventor Who Helped Pioneer Internet Calling

    The Knowledge Series by STM Daily News Every question has a story. Welcome to The Knowledge Series, where curiosity meets context. In each episode, we explore the fascinating people, places, discoveries, inventions, and events that have shaped our world. From forgotten pioneers and historical milestones to science, technology, transportation, culture, and everyday mysteries, we go beyond the headlines to explain not just what happened—but why it matters. Whether you're a lifelong learner or simply curious about the world around you, you're in the right place. Meet Marian Croak, the groundbreaking engineer and inventor who helped pioneer Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), technology that helped transform how we communicate online. With more than 200 U.S. patents and innovations including text-to-donate technology, Croak's work continues to influence our connected world. Discover her remarkable story in this episode of Forgotten Genius Friday from STM Daily News. #MarianCroak #ForgottenGeniusFriday #BlackInventors #WomenInTech #VoIP #BlackHistory #Innovation #STMDailyNews Chapters (00:00:05) - Forgotten Genius: Marion CrokeContinue the Journey Read more in-depth articles, breaking news, and educational features at STM Daily News: https://stmdailynews.com/the-knowledge/ Subscribe to our free newsletter and never miss a story. We'd love to hear from you! Share your thoughts, suggest future topics, and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow STM Daily News on your favorite social media platforms for daily stories, videos, and exclusive content. ⭐ If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a five-star review. Your support helps more curious minds discover The Knowledge Series. STM Daily News — News. Knowledge. Context.

  5. Aug 2

    The First Heart Transplant: The 1967 Surgery That Made History

    The Knowledge Series by STM Daily News Every question has a story. Welcome to The Knowledge Series, where curiosity meets context. In each episode, we explore the fascinating people, places, discoveries, inventions, and events that have shaped our world. From forgotten pioneers and historical milestones to science, technology, transportation, culture, and everyday mysteries, we go beyond the headlines to explain not just what happened—but why it matters. Whether you're a lifelong learner or simply curious about the world around you, you're in the right place. When was the first human heart transplant? On December 3, 1967, Dr. Christiaan Barnard and his surgical team performed the world's first successful human-to-human heart transplant at Groote Schuur Hospital in Cape Town, South Africa. The historic operation helped launch a new era of cardiac medicine and organ transplantation. Learn the story behind this remarkable medical milestone in this episode of The Knowledge from STM Daily News. #TheKnowledge #HeartTransplant #MedicalHistory #ChristiaanBarnard #History #Medicine #STMDailyNews Chapters (00:00:00) - When Was the First Human Heart Transplant?Continue the Journey Read more in-depth articles, breaking news, and educational features at STM Daily News: https://stmdailynews.com/the-knowledge/ Subscribe to our free newsletter and never miss a story. We'd love to hear from you! Share your thoughts, suggest future topics, and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow STM Daily News on your favorite social media platforms for daily stories, videos, and exclusive content. ⭐ If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a five-star review. Your support helps more curious minds discover The Knowledge Series. STM Daily News — News. Knowledge. Context.

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About

The Knowledge Series** is the podcast that explores the stories behind the headlines and the questions that spark curiosity. Each episode takes you on a journey through history, science, technology, transportation, culture, and the remarkable people whose ideas shaped our world. Whether we're uncovering forgotten innovators, explaining everyday mysteries, or providing historical context to today's events, you'll come away with something new to think about. Join us as we turn curiosity into understanding—one story at a time. Listen to **The Knowledge Series** from STM Daily News wherever you get your podcasts, and visit **stmdailynews.com** for even more articles, videos, and educational content.

Information

  • Creator
    Rodney Washington
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026
  • Show Website
    The Knowledge