Viewpoints Radio
Sit down with Viewpoints each week as we report on social issues, the environment, history, food – you name it. What’s it like to give birth in prison? Could the plague resurface with climate change? How has politics been permanently reshaped by the Trump era? Candid stories on topics you should know, plus Culture Crash – a three-minute recap on a timely topic in media to keep you up-to-date on all things music, TV and film. Hosted by Marty Peterson, Gary Price, Ebony McMorris, Evan Rook and produced by Amirah Zaveri. New shows posted each Sunday by 5 a.m. EST. Subscribe and listen, and find out more info at viewpointsradio.org. Also, follow us on X & Instagram @ViewpointsRadio.
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The Forgotten History Of The NBA
We sit down with former NBA player and coach Ray Scott to discuss the league's formative years and how it evolved alongside the civil rights movement.
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Culture Crash: Robert Zemeckis Swings For The F...
We talk about Director Robert Zemeckis's latest film, "Here", which unites some familiar faces, and offers a bold, unconventional storytelling approach.
2 min
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Viewpoints Explained: How Is AI Improving Cance...
We explore how AI is impacting medical research by helping doctors save time and spot cancer earlier.
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Criminalizing Librarians: A Louisiana Librarian...
We talk to Amanda Jones about the challenges she's faced over the past few years and explore what drives her to keep advocating for her cause.
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Helping Senior Dogs Find New Homes
We speak with the founder of the organization, Jean Stelten-Beuning, about rehoming and how owners can plan ahead to ensure the long-term welfare of their pet.
9 min
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Culture Crash: Our Review Of 'English Teacher’;...
Brian Jordan Alvarez, known for roles in Will and Grace and Megan, is now the creator, star, and director of the new hit comedy English Teacher. The show’s sharp humor and strong cast make it a must watch this fall.
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Viewpoints Explained: Addressing A History Of V...
Is an apology enough to make up for America's violent past?
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Secrets To Success: Investing In Habits That He...
Laura Vanderkam joins us to share some unique tips on how to get through your mundane tasks quicker and regain more of your time.
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The Menendez Brothers Effect: The Complicated I...
We explore the appeal of the genre with a professor of digital platforms and ethics, and hear from a CEO who is working to lessen the impact on victims.
10 min
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Culture Crash: Filling The Thanksgiving Movie V...
Looking for the perfect Thanksgiving movie to enjoy before jumping into Christmas classics? Try Josh Boone’s 2012 rom com, Stuck in Love.
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Viewpoints Explained: The Continued Retreat Fro...
We discuss why organized religion just keeps losing followers. Where are they going? Many are finding an identity within this more modern category.
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Galileo’s Shopping List: Why Humans Have Always...
Lists are a part of our everyday, even if they are often a forgotten part of our everyday.
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Eating On Mars: Why The Journey Into Space Will...
We speak with one food scientist about how these food systems and people’s diets on Mars may look one day.
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Culture Crash: Looking Ahead To Oscar Season
Join us as we recap potential contenders, including Sean Baker's acclaimed Anora and historical drama, The Brutalist.
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Viewpoints Explained: How Can Urban Planning Ch...
We explore how the layout of cities and infrastructure can affect the outcomes of weather events like hurricanes and floods.
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Reflecting On Four Decades As A Courtroom Sketc...
We speak with her about her career and her new memoir, Drawn Testimony.
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The Life And Legacy Of Conductor Arturo Toscanini
We speak with professional cellist Darrett Adkins, and author Lucy Antek Johnson who wrote the book, This Was Toscanini.
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Culture Crash: The Power Of Non-Linear Storytel...
From Citizen Kane to Memento, some of the most compelling stories unfold out of order. John Crowley's new romantic drama, We Live in Time, continues this tradition, and highlights the unique power of non-chronological storytelling.
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Viewpoints Explained: Why Are So Many Pharmacie...
After years of expansion and a boost from COVID vaccines, many chain pharmacies are struggling to keep the doors open. Can giants like Walgreens and CVS survive the shifting tides of consumer habits?
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Spies And Soldiers: The Roles Women Held During...
Historian Karen Abbott Kahler tells the story of several women who helped their sides during the Civil War.
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Four Years Post-Pandemic, Is Remote Work Here T...
We ask two experts what the future of remote work might look like.
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Culture Crash: One Of Our Favorite Sci-Fi Reads
There’s something undeniably fun about looking through someone else’s eyes at where the future might take us. It’s long been the appeal of The Twilight Zone and Black Mirror, and now Amazon is giving readers a similar experience in a series of six short novellas called the Forward collection.
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Viewpoints Explained: Fed Up With Dating Apps? ...
Are dating apps next on the canceled list? We cover why so many singles are deleting these apps and turning to more traditional routes.
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One Doctor’s Adventure In The Shadow Of Everest
Dr. Mimi Zieman shares her experiences treating frostbite, preparing for avalanches, and practicing high-altitude medicine at 18,000 feet above sea level.
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Classroom Crisis: Why Are So Many Kids Not Enga...
We speak with two experts who discuss the challenges of student engagement in today’s classrooms and explore the changes it would take to better support student mental health.
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