I Didn’t Know, Maybe You Didn’t Either!

I Didn’t Know, Maybe You Didn’t Either!

Through a “Mr. Rogers-styled-esque perspective B Daht presents #IDKMYDE (I Didn't Know, Maybe You Didn't Either) Podcast Series. An introspective interpretation of long lost history facts shared in an engaging, and informative way. Layered with originality and equipped with actual historical references and some hard truths, this journey of discovery is filled with comedy and entertainment for all ages to learn and be entertained.

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June 25, 2026 5 mins
This years NBA Draft has everybody talking about the next generation of stars, but WSSU has been sending players to the league for decades. From Earl "The Pearl" Monroe becoming the highest drafted HBCU player ever to 14 total NBA Draft selections, the Rams have built a basketball legacy most people never knew existed.

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Everybody celebrates Juneteenth, but almost nobody knows the name Ben Haith—the activist who created the official Juneteenth flag. This episode explores who he was, why the flag is red, white, and blue instead of Pan-African colors, and how one man created a symbol that now flies across America.

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Most people remember Tupac and Snoop as Death Row brothers and west coast icons, but few realize their friendship was badly strained in the days before Tupac's death. In this episode of IDKMYDE, B Daht explores how one radio interview, the East Coast-West Coast war, and a clash of loyalty may have prevented two legends from ever reconciling.

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Everybody knows the phrase "Don't Drink the Kool-Aid", but what if I told you Kool-Aid wasn't even the main drink used at Jonestown? This week, we connect one of America's darkest tragedies to a marketing challenge, the rise of multicultural advertising, and how a brand tied to a tragedy became a staple in Black households throughout the 1980's.

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Long before Columbus pulled up, giant stone heads with unmistakable facial features were already sitting in ancient Mexico. For decades, people have debated whether the Olmec civilization proves Africans reached the Americas before Europeans did. In this episode of IDKMYDE, B Daht breaks down what historians know, what people speculate, and why the Olmec heads became one of the biggest "wait a minute..." conversations in Black hist...

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In 1933, while America was deep in segregation, Florence Price became the first Black woman to have music performed by a major American orchestra -- and most people have never heard her name. In this episode of I Didn't Know Maybe You Didn't Either, our host, B Daht, explores how her groundbreaking symphony stood beside other major Black achievements happening during the same era, proving Black excellence wasn't surviving in Americ...

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May 11, 2026 6 mins

You ever seen a jeep dashboard full of rubber ducks and wondered what was going on? This episode of IDKMYDE, B Daht breaks down the surprisingly wholesome origin of "Duck Duck Jeep" the legendary "jeep wave" and why some jeep owners think "mall crawler duck Jeeps" are ruining the culture!

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B Daht kicks off this episode of IDKMYDE with "3 Useless Facts" about his Mommy: Irene Brenda Palm, on the 2-year anniversary of her passing.Then it gets into a history lesson about Cinco de Mayo that most people completely miss -- It's part remembrance, part underdog story, and part "we've been celebrating this wrong the whole time!".

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On today's episode of IDKMYDE, a Tupac rumor leads us to a small town in North Carolina with a much deeper story than you would expect. From whispers about his ashes to the real life tragedy of James Jordan, this episode shows how big headlines can hide in quiet places.

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Charlotte has a park, an arena, and government buildings sitting on top of the most thriving Black communities in the South—and most people don't even know it. This episode breaks down where Brooklyn really was, why over 1000 families were forced out, and how "urban renewal" quietly became the blueprint for gentrification.

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On this episode of I Didn't Know Maybe You Didn't Either, B Daht gives 3 Useles Facts about Easter then breaks down ome of the most common misconceptions in biblical history -- Mary Magdalene wasn't her full name, it was her location. This quick story reveals how names worked in ancient times and why one of the most important figures in the resurrection story has been misunderstood for generations.

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In 1968, the Women's-Salem State University Singing Rams took Black excellence overseas, performing spirituals, gospel, and classical music on international stages in France during a pivotal moment in American history. Their tour wasn't just a performance -- it was cultural diplomacy, showing the world the power, pride, and g;obal reach of HBCU talent.

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In this episode of IDKMYDE, B Daht highlights Dr. Bonita Brown, the 14th Chancellor of Women's-Salem State University, and the role she plays in leading one of the nation's most historic HBCU's. As higher education evolve, her leadership represents a powerful shift in who is shaping the future.

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In this episode of I Didn't Know, Maybe You Didn't Either, B Daht highlights the historic run of the Women's-Salem State University Lady Rams and the rise of women's leadership across CIAA Athletics. From Championship banners to national tournament dreams, the Women of Winston" are proving the future of sports is already here!

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In this episode of IDKMYDE, B Daht explores the story of civil rights icon Angela Davis -- the scholar and activist once placed on the FBI's Most Wanted list. From courtroom battles to global influencer, her journey shows how powerful ideas can challenge entire systems.

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To kickoff the 1st episode in the Women's History Month Series of I Didn't Know, Maybe You Didn't Either, B Daht explores the Fireburn Revolt of 1878, where 4 Black Women known as the Fireburn Queens led a revolt that burned down 50+ plantations and how it all ended. This is the story of how women turned resistance into history and IDKMYDE!

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The Season 5 finale ties everything together and asks the real question: who controls
the story now? Thoughtful, motivating, and a look forward—not backward.

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February 27, 2026 3 mins

We're past all that" sounds good... until you look at the timeline. B Daht breaks down
how time gets weaponized to shut down conversations.

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If Black History Month started 100 years ago, why are people still arguing about what
gets taught? B Daht connects past erasure to present-day textbook battles.

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Integration is usually told as a win—full stop. This episode explores the side rarely
discussed: what Black communities lost in the process.

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