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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.

What does the federal government spend money on—and what costs the most? In this short episode of The Knowledge from STM Daily News, we explore Social Security, health care, defense, public services, and interest on federal debt.

Using fiscal year 2025 figures from the Congressional Budget Office, we explain why Social Security was the largest individual program, why combined major health care spending was greater, and how the gap between spending and revenue leads to borrowing.

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Podcast Episode Title:
Where Does Federal Money Go? National Debt Explained, Part 2

Episode Description:
What does the federal government spend money on—and what costs the most? In this short episode of The Knowledge from STM Daily News, we explore Social Security, health care, defense, public services, and interest on federal debt.

Using fiscal year 2025 figures from the Congressional Budget Office, we explain why Social Security was the largest individual program, why combined major health care spending was greater, and how the gap between spending and revenue leads to borrowing.

Listen, follow the podcast, and explore more at STM Daily News.

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Where does federal money go? The Knowledge explores America’s biggest budget costs.

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#NationalDebt #FederalBudget #GovernmentSpending #TheKnowledge #STMDailyNews

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national debt, federal spending, federal budget, government spending explained, Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, defense spending, debt interest, budget deficit, economics explained, The Knowledge, STM Daily News Podcast

Episode Sources:
CBO Federal Budget Overview · Mandatory Spending · Discretionary Spending

• (00:00:10) - Introduction: What the Debt Funds
• (00:01:05) - Other Spending and the Deficit Gap
• (00:01:32) - Closing Thoughts and Resources

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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.

Daniel Hale Williams pushed the boundaries of cardiac surgery in 1893. More than 50 years later, Vivien Thomas helped develop the groundbreaking Blue Baby operation. Discover how two Black medical pioneers helped change the future of heart surgery.

#ForgottenGeniusFriday #BlackHistory #MedicalHistory #HeartSurgery #VivienThomas #DanielHaleWilliams #STMDailyNews

• (00:00:03) - Forgotten Geniuses: Daniel Hale Williams and Vivian Thomas

Read more in-depth articles, breaking news, and educational features at STM Daily News:
https://stmdailynews.com/the-knowledge/

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We'd love to hear from you! Share your thoughts, suggest future topics, and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts.

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STM Daily News — News. Knowledge. Context.

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.

Roscoe’s Chicken and Waffles grew from a Harlem-inspired restaurant into an institution within Black Los Angeles. In this STM Daily News Podcast short, we examine its rise, cultural influence, discrimination judgment, bankruptcy, labor allegations, restaurant closures, and questions surrounding its ownership and leadership today.

Article Link: https://stmdailynews.com/roscoes-chicken-and-waffles-an-l-a-institution-confronts-a-complicated-legacy/

#Roscoes #ChickenAndWaffles #SoulFood #BlackLosAngeles #LosAngelesHistory #BlackOwnedBusiness #LAFood #RestaurantNews #STMDailyNews

• (00:00:00) - Roscoe's Chicken and Waffles: A Los Angeles Icon

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