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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Viewpoints Explained: Turbulent Times At Boeing
We recap the struggles its faced and what this ‘too big to fail’ company is doing to move forward.
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Feeling Distracted And Disconnected? Here’s How...
We speak with one mindfulness expert to get some tips on how people can slow down, increase their focus, and feel less chronically stressed.
7 min
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How E-Books Became King...Again
We cover the fascinating resurgence in popularity of e-readers post-pandemic and how millions of new readers are joining the fold thanks to new technology and communities.
7 min
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Culture Crash: Sci-Fi At Its Best
The new “Alien” installment is now playing in theatres, but if you’re looking for some nostalgic sci-fi, we recommend these fan favorites.
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Viewpoints Explained: Fake It Till You Make It:...
We discuss the widespread use of fake or paid reviews on the internet, and what the government is doing to try and crack down.
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Forget Trump And Biden: Unearthing The Past Pre...
As the 2024 presidential election reaches its final stretch, we highlight some of our past presidents and their accomplishments and failures.
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Sleeping In Zero Gravity: How Astronauts Train ...
Dr. Emmanuel Urquieta and Dr. Fred Turek join Viewpoints this week to help us understand some of the large, short and long-term health impacts of spending months or years in orbit.
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Culture Crash: Drama, High Stakes & Multi-Milli...
Season 3 of the HBO show, “Industry” just dropped. We cover why it’s worth the watch.
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Viewpoints Explained: Why Is It Sometimes So Di...
Many companies make cancelling a subscription a tedious and mind-numbing process. We cover how the Federal Trade Commission is cracking down on these deceptive business practices.
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A Backwards Online Trend: The Dark Side Of "Tra...
How are young women and girls watching these videos affected by these portrayals?
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What’s Next For Student Loan Forgiveness?
There’s been a lot of broken promises the last few years over wiping out student loans. Will there be any actual relief anytime soon?
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Culture Crash: From “Hit Man” To “TRAP”: Our Fa...
Over the past year, there’s been some great new films revolving around hit men, serial killers and more. We recommend some of our favorites.
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Viewpoints Explained: Breaking Down Breakdancin...
We cover how Olympics judges scored these improvised, yet athletic dances.
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The Inflated Field Of Influencing
Whether it’s Tik Tok, Instagram or YouTube, it seems like there’s an endless stream of new content creators all vying for their shot.
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Adventures In Volcano Land: Conversations With ...
We cover these magnificent structures, common myths and how people within the danger zone stay safe.
9 min
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Culture Crash: Why Presumed Innocent Is Our Thr...
In our eyes, you can never go wrong when Jake Gyllenhaal is the lead in a show or film. But in all seriousness, we cover why you shouldn’t miss the limited series, “Presumed Innocent” now streaming on Apple TV+.
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Viewpoints Explained: Protein Bars To Peanut Bu...
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A Love-Hate Relationship: Why We Can’t Get Enou...
We speak to two experts about what makes this kind of TV so addictive.
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The Story Of Two Families Connected By Slavery
We talk to a man whose family held slaves and hear how he went back in history and to his family’s hometown to confront his past, to meet the relatives of those slaves, and to find out what life was like then and now for the two Tomlinson families.
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Culture Crash: Our Favorites Films Playing In T...
We highlight three of our favorite movies now in theatres.
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Viewpoints Explained: From Mike Pence To Kamala...
Did you know that the vice presidency for most of the 19th and 20th centuries was largely a figurehead position?
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The Lesser-Known Civil Rights March Headed By D...
In 1966, Civil Rights pioneer James Meredith set out on The March Against Fear - a walk to prove black citizens no longer needed to fear white people. Soon after its beginning, Meredith was ambushed and shot.
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Is Being a Novelist Not-So-Practical Anymore?
We ask - is it even possible to make it as a creative these days?
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Culture Crash: A Few Of Our Favorite Book Recs
Looking for a new read? We cover some of our favorite new titles that not too many people seem to be talking about.
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Viewpoints Explained: Will This Hotter-Than-Usu...
Is the new norm triple digit weather in the summer months? We cover the dangers of this extreme heat and how to stay safe this summer.
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