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

On today’s episode of IDKMYDE, we dive into the incredible but overlooked story of Charles Jackson French—the original Black Aquaman. His bravery was unmatched, but history almost erased his name. We’re here to make sure that doesn’t happen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Todays episode of IDKMYDE is comparison of Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) and Florida A&M University (FAMU), highlighting their history, impact, and academic excellence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Todays episode of IDKMYDE takes you on a wild ride through history, where thriving Black communities were burned down—literally—and their land stolen by greedy corporations. But don’t worry, we’re not just here for the shade; we’re here to remind you that Black excellence is too strong to burn away. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you familiar with Alice Parker?  She was the genius who invented central heating in 1919, proving that even in a world full of cold shoulders, her ideas could still heat things up. On today’s episode of IDKMYDE we learn that without her, we’d all still be fighting over the last log for the fire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s episode of IDKMYDE tells the tale of The Children’s March of 1963: when a bunch of kids showed up with more courage than most adults, proving that sometimes the youngest voices are the loudest—and the most powerful. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

J. Marion Sims, once hailed as the “father of modern gynecology,” built his legacy on exploiting enslaved Black women without anesthesia, turning medical progress into a horrifying practice. His statue in Central Park may have come down, but the lessons about injustice and racism in medicine are still standing strong. Learn more in today’s episode of IDKMYDE! See omnystudio....

On todays episode of IDKMYDE you’ll learn about 2 high schoolers from New Orleans, Calcea Johnson and Ne’Kiya Jackson, took a 2,000-year-old math problem, gave it a makeover with trigonometry, and left the math world wondering, “Why didn’t we think of that?” They’re rewriting the rules—and proving Black girls can do more than just stan for Sza. S...

On today’s episode of IDKMYDE we meet Paul Revere Williams. Paul Williams was out here designing Hollywood’s finest homes, flipping blueprints upside down, literally, just to stunt on racism. From the Beverly Hills Hotel to LAX, his legacy proves that even when they won’t give you a seat at the table, you can still build the whole damn house. See omnystudio.com/listener...

HBCUs and PBIs are the dynamic duo of Black education—one with a rich history of excellence and the other an urban hero meeting today’s needs. Together, they’re making sure we don’t just show up, we show out. Learn the differences and similarities on today’s episode of IDKMYDE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Todays episode of IDKMYDE is special because Today, February 13, 2025 would have been the 67th birthday of B Daht’s Mother, Irene Palm, had we not lost her May 5, 2024. B Daht can’t help but vulnerably admit his PTSD and possible sources in this transparent episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode of IDKMYDE we introduce, Biddy Mason. “Biddy” was the original boss who went from enslaved to real estate mogul, proving you can turn oppression into opportunity—and still have time to build churches and schools on the side. Forget history books, she’s the blueprint! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Todays episode of IDKMYDE we take a comedic deep dive into Easter, freedom, and Black history as we explore how hush harbors, liberation anthems, and even your fresh Easter fit are all part of a legacy of resilience and rising up—hip-hop style! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On todays episode of  IDKMYDE  we introduce words of oppression like, Drapetomania: the 19th-century ‘diagnosis’ that labeled enslaved people wanting freedom as mentally ill—because apparently, the real problem wasn’t slavery, it was the desire to escape it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A hilarious deep dive into the NFL’s not-so-subtle plantation vibes, today’s episode of  IDKMYDE  flips the script on football, slavery, and why the Combine feels like an auction block with better lighting! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On todays episode of  IDKMYDE  we go to 1925, when the all-Black Wichita Monrovians stepped up to the plate against the KKK’s baseball team—and not only did they win, they turned America’s favorite pastime into a civil rights flex. Proof that the best way to shut down hate is to outplay it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Todays episode of  IDKMYDE we go back 132 years ago, where Black college football was born in a snowstorm, where horse-drawn carriages and custom-made cleats paved the way for a game that would change history—because if you can’t find a field, you make one on the front lawn. 5-0, and a legacy was born. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Todays episode of IDKMYDE is a sharp, humorous take on how Black families’ land and generational wealth have been systematically stolen, all while America pretends it’s just part of the game. From airfields to baseball teams, it’s history you didn’t learn in school, but you’ll definitely want to remember. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On todays episode of  IDKMYDE  hear how Grace Wisher helped sew the American flag, but somehow history left her out of the spotlight—kind of like that one friend who does all the work, but gets none of the credit. Guess some stars just don’t get recognized See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

America was built on sayings, but some of them don’t exactly hold up under pressure. From ‘bootstraps’ to ‘the American Dream,’ today’s episode of  IDKMYDE  breaks down the catchy phrases that shaped our history with humor and hard truth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s episode of  IDKMYDE  introduces, Medical Apartheid: The dark, twisted history of how Black folks—especially women—became science projects without consent, and why we’re still fighting to be heard in hospitals today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In todays episode of  IDKMYDE , Dapper Dan goes from Harlem’s fashion underground to front-row at Gucci shows, proving that if you can’t get into the fashion world, just make it yours—and make them beg you to come back. It’s a tale of hustle, high fashion, and a whole lot of swag. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Todays episode of  IDKMYDE  WE’RE BACK for Season 4. A quick catch up on where we’ve been on this journey and where we’re headed this Season See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Season Four of I Didn’t Know, Maybe You Didn’t Either is here! This Black History Month, join B Daht as he delivers little-known Black history facts every day in February. From trailblazing pioneers to revolutionary women, uncover stories that inspire, educate, and empower. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can you believe it's already the final episode of Season 3? We've journeyed through history, uncovered undertold stories, and celebrated the resilience of Black excellence together. From Massacre Mondays to highlighting Black businesses and beyond, it's been an incredible ride. And hey, mark your calendars for the second Black Effect Podcast Festival in Atlanta, Georgia, on April 27th! Yours truly...

On this episode of #IDKMYDE, we're delving into a piece of history you might not be familiar with. Did you know that E.E. Ward Moving and Storage is recognized as the oldest continuously operating Black-owned business in the United States? Tune in as we uncover more hidden gems in history and celebrate the resilience of Black entrepreneurship. IG: @_idkmyde_ | @BdahtTV | @blackeffect See omnystudi...