Know It All

By WYPR 88.1 FM Baltimore/The Students at the Community College of Baltimore County

If you want to know it all, this podcast is for you! Learn something new in FIVE minutes from the smarties at CCBC! Everything from the French New Wave, Marketing, Philosophy, Theoretical Physics, New... more

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The podcast currently has 22 episodes available.

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July 29, 2026 The Scroll Effect: How Social Media Shapes Our Lives
Have you ever picked up your phone to check one notification, only to realize you've been scrolling for much longer than you intended?
In this episode of Know-It-All, CCBC student Nicholas Lee explores how social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube are reshaping our attention, mental health, and communication. Drawing on research from psychologists and technology experts, Nicholas explains how endless scrolling, personalized algorithms, and constant notifications are designed to capture our attention and keep us engaged.
The episode also examines the effects of social comparison, the pressure created by likes and followers, and how digital communication can sometimes replace deeper, face-to-face interactions. Rather than arguing that social media is inherently good or bad, Nicholas encourages listeners to become more intentional about how they use these powerful platforms and to better understand the ways they influence everyday life.
About the Host:
Nicholas Lee is a student at the Community College of Baltimore County with interests in media, communication, and athletics. Passionate about how technology shapes everyday life, Nicholas hopes to build a career that combines storytelling, content creation, and sports performance development. This episode reflects his interest in helping people become more aware of the ways social media influences attention, mental health, and communication.
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6min
July 15, 2026 Reality Check: The Evolution of Reality Television
How did reality television evolve from simple social experiments into one of the biggest forces shaping modern culture?
In this episode of Know It All, CCBC student Kelly Donaldson explores the history of reality television, tracing its roots from early programs like Candid Camera to cultural phenomena such as The Real World, Keeping Up with the Kardashians, Love Island, and The Real Housewives. Along the way, Kelly examines how reality TV transformed ordinary people into celebrities, launched the influencer economy, and reshaped the way audiences think about fame, relationships, and success.
The episode also explores the broader social impact of reality television, including its influence on privacy, conflict, identity, and cultural expectations. As reality TV has become increasingly produced and performance-driven, Kelly asks whether today's "reality" programming reflects real life—or simply creates a new version of it.
Host Kelly Donaldson is a returning student at the Community College of Baltimore County. After earning an Associate of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant in 2011, Kelly returned to CCBC to complete science coursework while pursuing admission to the Physician Assistant program at the University of Pittsburgh. Kelly will also earn an Associate of Arts from CCBC in 2026. This episode reflects an interest in how media influences society, culture, and everyday behavior.
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7min
June 24, 2026 Know It All - From Gutenberg to Google: The Evolution of Media
What would life look like without the internet? No social media, no streaming services, and no instant access to information. In this episode of Know-It-All, CCBC student Eden Ortega explores the major technological transitions that transformed media and changed how humans communicate. Eden Ortega is a dual-enrolled student at the Community College of Baltimore County with aspirations of studying mechanical engineering. In the future, Eden hopes to become a mechanical engineer or pursue a career in professional sports. Fascinated by technological innovation and societal progress, Eden chose this topic after learning about the history of media and realizing how each technological breakthrough built upon those that came before.
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June 10, 2026 Know It All - Superhero Fatigue: Why Are We Still Watching?
In this episode of Know-It-All, CCBC Professor Eric Cotton explores our complicated relationship with superhero movies. Despite dominating the box office for decades, superhero films have never won the Academy Award for Best Picture. So why do audiences continue to flock to them?
About the Host: Eric Cotton is a professor of Chemistry at the Community College of Baltimore County. He holds a PhD in Computational Chemistry, loves science fiction, and admits that he probably works too much. When he does have free time, you might find him playing video games or watching soccer with his wife.
Music Credit:
Intro and outro music: “Soul Groove” by Josh Woodward. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License. www.joshwoodward.com.
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6min
May 05, 2026Why No One Did the Work: Understanding Group Dynamics
From Tuckman’s stages of group development to the concept of “work group norms,” this episode breaks down how groups form, how expectations take shape (often without anyone realizing it), and why those norms can either drive productivity—or lead to dysfunction like social loafing.

Whether you're working on a class project, part of a team, or just tired of doing all the work yourself, this episode offers a clearer understanding of how groups actually function—and how to make them work better.

About the Host:
Ross Briese is a Communications and Media Studies major at the Community College of Baltimore County with aspirations of becoming an investigative journalist. This episode reflects Ross’s interest in how media and communication shape human behavior, focusing here on the dynamics of group interaction and collaboration.

Sources Featured in This Episode:
Lineberry, Jasmine. Small Group Communication
Brilhart, John K., and Gloria J. Galanes. Effective Group Discussion
Hackman, J. Richard. Research on work group norms
Feldman, Daniel Charles. Research on group norms and functions
Locke, Edwin A., and Gary P. Latham. Goal-Setting Theory

Music Credit:
Intro and outro music: “Soul Groove” by Josh Woodward. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License. www.joshwoodward.com
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6min
April 01, 2026New Hollywood: Why the 1970s Changed Movies Forever
Directors like Francis Ford Coppola, Martin Scorsese, and Stanley Kubrick began creating films that reflected the uncertainty of the era—shaped by events like the Vietnam War and Watergate. Movies such as Taxi Driver and The Godfather introduced morally complicated characters and stories that challenged audiences rather than offering simple answers.

At the same time, the decade gave rise to the modern blockbuster with films like Jaws and Star Wars, which transformed moviegoing into a major cultural event and helped establish the summer blockbuster season. From psychological horror like The Exorcist to experimental science fiction like Close Encounters of the Third Kind, the 1970s pushed Hollywood to experiment with new styles and genres.

Even today, filmmakers regularly look back to this era for inspiration, making the 1970s one of the most important turning points in the history of American cinema.

About the Host:
Gabe Corpuz is a student at the Community College of Baltimore County with a strong interest in film, storytelling, and media culture. Gabe enjoys exploring how movies reflect social change and how directors shape the way audiences experience stories on screen. This episode reflects a growing passion for film history and creative media production.

Sources Featured in This Episode:
American Cinema in the 1970s. Film History II, Utah Valley University.
https://uen.pressbooks.pub/thea2312moody/chapter/american-cinema-in-the-1970s/
Hellerman, Jason. “Why Is 70s Cinema Considered the Hollywood Heyday?” No Film School, 2023.
https://nofilmschool.com/70s-cinema
New Hollywood: American 70s. Film Streams.
https://filmstreams.org/series/new-hollywood-american-70s
American Cinema of the 70s. Directed by Mark Cousins.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2098489
Dartmouth College Library. “1970s Film History.”
https://researchguides.dartmouth.edu/filmstudies/1970shistory

Music Credit:
Intro and outro music: “Soul Groove” by Josh Woodward. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License. www.joshwoodward.com
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March 18, 2026 Blockbuster Syndrome: Why Hollywood Keeps Repeating Itself
Drawing on film scholarship, the episode examines how risk-averse studio strategies can sideline originality, limit opportunities for new voices, and shape the kinds of stories audiences see. Boyd ultimately asks whether today’s moviegoers are choosing what they want to watch — or what studios assume will sell.

About the Host: Ka’Ryn Boyd is a Communications major at the Community College of Baltimore County exploring career paths within the field, with growing interests in fashion and media creativity. This episode reflects her love of franchise films alongside her curiosity about how Hollywood’s business decisions influence storytelling and audience experience.

Sources Featured in This Episode:
Cornea, Christine. Science Fiction Cinema: Between Fantasy and Reality. Cambridge University Press. https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/science-fiction-cinema

🎵 Music Credit:
Intro and outro music: “Soul Groove” by Josh Woodward.
Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0.
https://www.joshwoodward.com

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March 04, 2026 Framed and Filtered: The Media's Hidden Influence
About the Host:Mo Frand is a student at the Community College of Baltimore County planning to transfer into an engineering program. This episode was produced as part of coursework in Mass Communication. Mo is passionate about understanding how media affects public thought and aims to be part of a future where facts matter more than spin.Sources Featured in This Episode:Happer, Catherine, and Greg Philo. “The Role of the Media in the Construction of Public Belief and Social Change.” Journal of Social and Political Psychology, 2013.https://jspp.psychopen.eu/index.php/jspp/article/view/4761/4761Willer, Robb. “Violence by Protesters Can Lead the Public to Support Them Less, Stanford Sociologist Says.” Stanford Sociology, 2018.https://sociology.stanford.edu/news/violence-protesters-can-lead-public-support-them-less-stanford-sociologist-saysRogers, Adam. “The Science of Why No One Agrees on the Color of This Dress.” Wired, 2015.https://www.wired.com/2015/02/science-one-agrees-color-dress/Music Credit:Intro and outro music: “Soul Groove” by Josh Woodward. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License. www.joshwoodward.com
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6min
February 18, 2026 The Social Shift: How Online Platforms Changed Everything
About the Host:Emmanuela Badjoko is a student at the Community College of Baltimore County majoring in Mass Communication. She is passionate about media history, digital culture, and the role of platforms in shaping public opinion. This episode reflects her curiosity about how technological shifts influence the way we consume and understand information.Sources Featured in This Episode:Lule, J. (2023). Understanding Media and Culture in the 2020s: An Introduction to Mass Communication (3rd ed.). FlatWorld.Music Credit:Intro and outro music: “Soul Groove” by Josh Woodward. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License. www.joshwoodward.com
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5min
February 04, 2026 Scroll and Obey: The Rise of Algorithmic Persuasion
About the Host:Khadijah Kaffo is a General Studies major at the Community College of Baltimore County and plans to transfer into a Public Health program. With a growing interest in social health and media literacy, she uses this episode to explore how manipulative advertising and unregulated messaging impact public health and personal decision-making. Sources Featured in This Episode:Friedman, U. (2015, February 13). “How an Ad Campaign Invented the Diamond Engagement Ring.” The Atlantic.https://www.theatlantic.com/international/archive/2015/02/how-an-ad-campaign-invented-the-diamond-engagement-ring/385376/Lule, J. (2023). Understanding Media and Culture in the 2020s: An Introduction to Mass Communication (3rd ed.). FlatWorld.Music Credit:Intro and outro music: “Soul Groove” by Josh Woodward. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License. www.joshwoodward.com
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FAQs about Know It All:

How many episodes does Know It All have?

The podcast currently has 22 episodes available.