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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Why Are Millions of Americans Unable To Vote?
With the presidential election just around the corner, we speak with two experts about this heated debate.
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Pt. 2: 1 in 4 People Living on the Streets Are ...
We talk about why this population is especially vulnerable out on the streets and why it’s so hard to find a way back once you’re in this position.
7 min
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Culture Crash: We Have A Lot Of Feelings About ...
We review the highly anticipated Season 3 drop of the hit Hulu show, “The Bear”.
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Viewpoints Explained: Is The Stanley Quencher T...
We cover the viral hype behind Stanley tumblers. Are they worth the $45 price tag?
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How Artists Helped Camouflage the Military
Camouflage is a key part of staying undetected, but did you know that the U.S. military sought out artists to develop these intricate designs?
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Part 1: 1 in 4 People Living on the Streets Are...
https://viewpointsradio.org/pt-1-1-in-4-people-living-on-the-streets-are-55-and-older-where-do-we-go-from-here
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Culture Crash: The Summer Box Office Is Finally...
We cover some of our favorite summer blockbusters now playing in theatres.
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Viewpoints Explained: Why Die-Hard Book Readers...
In recent years, it’s gained a strong cult following online. What’s the real appeal here?
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Politics, Violence & International Instability:...
Climate change affects everything from economics and environment to global policy, migration and crime levels. Our experts discuss what the future will look like on a global scale if we continue this path.
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Part 2: Why Is Saudi Arabia All-In On Sports?
While Saudi leaders have said this dramatic move will help drive a more diverse economy and modern cultural mindset, others have their own theories on what’s behind this multi-billion dollar move into the sports world.
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Culture Crash: The Hyperpop Vibe of Charli XCX
We cover the summer vibes created by singer-songwriter Charli XCX in her latest album, “Brat”.
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Viewpoints Explained: Should We Be Trusting Exc...
With thousands of reviews and extremely high ratings on a product, are all these anecdotes truly real?
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Part 1: Why Is Saudi Arabia All-In on Sports?
In part one of this two-part story, we cover the history of sport in Saudi Arabia and some of the explanations behind why the country is so focused on becoming a global sports hub.
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When Lightning Strikes Twice: One Man’s Journey...
We speak with Dr. Alan Townsend about this harrowing period through grief and how he evolved from writing online about science to much more personal experiences.
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Culture Crash: The Fast-Emerging Genre of Afrob...
Culture Crash producer & host Evan Rook speaks with Sheila O, the host of Afrozons, about the rapid global growth of Afrobeats and the long cultural history of this genre.
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Viewpoints Explained: A Big Setback for Future ...
We cover this emerging research and what this means for plans to soon send humans to Mars.
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Sharenting: Inside The World Of Family Influencers
We cover the many dynamics of family influencers and why this growing subcategory online poses real risks to content creators, their children and viewers.
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25,000 Pieces of Floating Space Junk: Declutter...
We discuss the growing issue of human-created space debris and what more needs to be done to curb this problem before it reaches catastrophic levels.
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Culture Crash: Why We’ll Never Stop Loving Scie...
From “Interstellar” to “Arrival”, we love a good sci-fi movie that transports us to a new dimension. We highlight some of our top picks – new and old – from the genre.
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Viewpoints Explained: Circle The City: How This...
We highlight one nonprofit that’s filling a niche gap in healthcare for homeless men and women.
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In Critical Condition: Cyberattacks’ Effect On ...
We speak with two experts about who’s behind these digital attacks & what’s being done to better protect confidential patient data.
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Is the Era of Dating Apps Really Over?
We delve into the current landscape of dating online, its challenges (and upsides) and what’s next for the millions of singles looking to form new relationships.
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Culture Crash: Love Taylor Swift & Billie Eilli...
The new release is full of fun summer songs that are sure to stick around in your head and keep you feeling energized.
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Viewpoints Explained: Why the Ford F-Series and...
We cover Americans long-held love for large, pickup trucks despite their impractical design in many settings.
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Dive Inside: A Look Into Some Of The Greatest C...
We look at the unique qualities behind the coaches who guided, motivated and supported these pro athletes and teams to victory.
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