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That birthday party you have to go to is tonight… Should you bring a gift? That's what Knowsy hosts are trying to answer. We talk about reciprocity, generosity, and everything in between when it comes to picking out something special for someone in mind. Don't forget to leave a review and subscribe to Knowsy Pod wherever you get your podcasts!

Cleanliness is close to godliness… but are you clean enough? Knowsy hosts tackle the good, the bad, and the dirty and question the standards of cleanliness that prompt us to pick up a broom. Don't forget to leave a review and subscribe to Knowsy Pod wherever you get your podcasts!

Almost a year ago we asked, “Is New York City dead?” Some people might still be asking. In the light of vaccines and summertime sunshine, relisten to this episode and see if any of our predictions for the rest of the year came true. Don't forget to leave a review and subscribe to Knowsy Pod wherever you get your podcasts!

Soho House, Equinox, the MET Gala... the most exclusivest communities there are. This episode we're letting you into our own exclusive community to ask, Why do we gatekeep? Don't forget to leave a review and subscribe to Knowsy Pod wherever you get your podcasts!

Take a walk on the wild side with the cohosts this week as Knowsy asks, “Where does vice begin?” Indulge us as we discuss the debauchery and excess in all of its sinful glory! Don't forget to leave a review and subscribe to Knowsy Pod wherever you get your podcasts!

Did you know that the Knowsy team were rap aficionados? Just kidding…kinda. But we did sit down to speak to emerging star & rapper Jacques Noisy to get a glimpse inside his work and where he’s headed next. This is a feature for the ages. Watch the music video to Jacques Noisy's hit single, Robbery, and don't forget to leave a review and subscribe to Knowsy Pod wherever you get your podcasts!

You are trying on a pair of jeans. They fit you in the exact right way. You look good. You feel good. And then you think, “Huh, why IS that sexy?” This is the question of our episode, we ask what turns pieces of fabric into titillating, head-turning, too-hot-to-trot outfits. Join us for Knowsy’s sexiest episode yet, and don’t forget to leave a review and subscribe to Knowsy Pod wherever you get your podcasts!

Knowsy is bringing in the New Year with an episode on...beginnings. In light of coups and other such democracy threatening events, we are already in need of a reset. Just because the New Year has already started, doesn’t mean we can’t have another crack at it. Right when we need it most, Knowsy asks: “Where do we begin?” Join us as we listen to listeners’ New Year resolutions, talk shop about our own, and demystify new beginnings altogether. Don’t forget to leave a review and subscribe to Knowsy Pod wherever you get your podcasts.

One day out from what feels like the most important election of our lifetime, we asked: Does your vote matter? Spoiler: It does. The state of the union is in need of fixing and we think about what voting can do to help, as well as the barriers and benefits of casting your ballot. If you haven’t already voted, find out how to at http://vote.org. Seriously, every one counts. Don’t forget to leave a review and subscribe to Knowsy Pod wherever you get your podcasts.

Knowsy hosts talks about the cost of glitz and glam with our new ep, “Does luxury mean expensive?” Find out about what the hosts see as true luxury and whether or not we think some luxe items are worth the cost. Don’t forget to leave a review and subscribe to Knowsy Pod wherever you get your podcasts.

Knowsy hosts are back again with a new episode that is chock-full of unsolicited advice. This episode forces us to take a good luck at advice - something we all hate to take but love to give. Don't be afraid to hop on the Knowsy hotline and chat with us for a few minutes (we don't bite). Our latest episode is available now wherever you get your podcasts. Don't forget to leave an Apple Podcast review and join our Knowsy community at instagram.com/knowsypod! Talk soon!

“Do you have baby fever” is dedicated to Titi Kiki’s newborn niece, Troy. We get a glimpse into Jasmine’s (Kiara’s sister) pregnancy and her hopes for her daughter. Knowsy listeners also offer us advice on the best advice they’ve received from their parents, and the co-hosts try their hand at giving advice to the future children of the world. This episode is pure, sweet bliss. Don't forget to leave a podcast review, and tune in on Sunday for Knowsy Reads!

This week on Knowsy Reads we welcome Ibraheem Abdi! Ibraheem reads us his poem “Grandfather” and speaks to us about accidentally finding himself as a writer. Don't forget to leave an Apple Podcast review and we’ll see you on Sunday for our Knowsy Reads!

Knowsy hosts end our hiatus with an episode that has us all riled up: is New York dead? A sensitive topic for three Brooklyn girls, we consider what New York looks like in the age of a pandemic and through racial tensions. Listen to hear our thoughts on life in the city now. Don't forget to leave an Apple Podcast review and we’ll see you on Sunday for our Knowsy Reads!

Another week of Knowsy! This time we asked: What are you eating? An age old, mouth watering question, we consider the politics of eating. Listen in with a snack

This week we asked: Are You A Catfish? Go on this date with us and find out if this episode is what it appears to be as we talk about the world of getting to know first-time romantic partners. Special thanks to our Knowsy listeners for their submissions, and don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!

Knowsy is back with another episode. This time we asked, do you believe in conspiracy theories? Jump down the rabbit hole with us for the next 50 minutes as we discuss why others believe in these alternate explanations and whether or not we buy into them ourselves. There are layers, here, folks. Don't forget to leave an apple podcast review and we’ll see you on Sunday for our Knowsy Reads!

Welcome to another episode of Knowsy Reads! Today, we have two exciting things happening; we welcome our first internationally based writer, and secondly, we get to listen to some more poetry. We speak to Francisca Matos in the reading room and hear her poem, “Ode To Janice Soprano.” We then discuss redeeming unredeemable characters, the push to explore one’s creativity, and relatable women. Check out some of Francisca’s work in the links below. We’ll catch you next time. Stay Knowsy! https://sites.gold.ac.uk/goldfish/2020/francisca-gouveia-matos/ https://vagabondcitylit.com/2020/07/20/home-team-by-francisca-matos/

Welcome to another episode of Knowsy! Our question of the day is: Do you know yourself? Special thanks to Time Magazine and Psychology Today for giving us some scientific insight into ourselves. Join us as we get knowsy about who we are, and don't forget to leave a review!

Knowsy Reads is brought to you by Knowsy Media. Every Sunday we stick our Knowses in a good read and ask the author a few questions. This Sunday we'll be reading Subway by Lily Pine. We'd like to send a special thanks to Lily for allowing us to feature her work. You can find more of her thoughts and ideas on her Twitter, @lilltree. Who's ready to get Knowsy?

Join us as we debut our special episode: What Happened to Megan Thee Stallion? We consider the evidence, discuss the significance of Megan’s place in culture, and make guesses about why the night took a turn. Let's get Knowsy!

Knowsy Reads is brought to you by Knowsy Media. Every Sunday we stick our Knowses in a good read and ask the author a few questions. This Sunday we'll be reading Mornings at Murphy's by Allison Scharmann. We'd like to send a special thanks to Allison for allowing us to feature her work. You can find more of her thoughts and ideas on her Twitter, @allyscharmann. Who's ready to get Knowsy?

Welcome to another episode of Knowsy! Our question today is: Can I get some personal space? Very timely, we know. Special thanks to http://Sciencedirect.com, the National Geographic, NPR, http://Nhs.uk, Vox.com, and the BBC for John Bergers Ways of Seeing. Let’s get into this question...at a respectable distance.

Knowsy Reads is brought to you by Knowsy Media. Every Sunday we stick our Knowses in a good read and ask the author a few questions. This Sunday we'll be reading Firsts by Rachel K. Godfrey. We'd like to send a special thanks to Rachel for allowing us to feature her work. You can find more good reads on her blog, Chews and Swallows. Who's ready to get Knowsy?

Welcome back to Knowsy! Our question of the week is: How does popularity work? Special thanks to Women in the World, Psychology Today, and Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Let's unpack and get into it.

Knowsy Reads is brought to you by Knowsy Media. Every Sunday we stick our Knowses in a good read and ask the author a few questions. This Sunday we'll be reading Ivy Remembers Gasoline by Maya Layne. We'd like to send a special thanks to Maya Layne for allowing us to feature her work. You can find more good reads on her blog, mayalayne.blog. Who's ready to get Knowsy?

An official welcome to Knowsy! Our first question is: what is activism? Special thanks to The UC Berkeley Archives, The US National Archives, The New York Times, Democracy NOW, NBC, and The International Slavery Museum in Liverpool. Let's unpack and get in to it.