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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Reshaping Fatherhood: The Ripple Effects of an ...
We speak with nonprofit CEO Kenneth Braswell about the social service framework helping fathers and families and the improvements that need to be made to better support those in need. Divorce and family attorney Brad Kaye also shares how the legal system has evolved to better serve parents and ultimately do what's best for children.
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Culture Crash: Our Review of "Hit Man" & Its Do...
Some of Linklater's blockbuster hits include “Dazed and Confused”, “The School of Rock” and his latest release, “Hit Man.”
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Viewpoints Explained: Redefining Race (Again) i...
The next U.S. Census nationwide poll will include new subdivisions of race. We explain the reason for the shift, the new categories and the interesting progression of this socially constructed definition.
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“Am I Too Invested?”: The Emotional Rollercoast...
We speak with Rich Cohen, a longtime hockey dad, about the modern pressures of competitive sports and why some parents seem to end up caring more winning than their own kid.
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Born Into Slavery: Stark Portraits of the Four ...
Historian Richard Cahan joins us to share a few of the firsthand stories of former slaves living in the South during the 1800’s and in America’s post-Civil War era.
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Culture Crash: Why Billie Eilish Just Keeps Pea...
We review singer Billie Eilish’s new album, Hit Me Hard and Soft and why we just can’t get enough of this talented singer and songwriter.
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Viewpoints Explained: Move Over Fro-Yo & Cupcak...
Yes, we’re talking about why people can’t seem to get enough of those fresh-baked oversized, gourmet cookies.
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The Mysterious Oddities Of Our Universe: Conver...
We speak with particle physicist Harry Cliff about the many things we still don’t understand about this vast abyss we call our universe.
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Attribution Science 101: Helping Us See The Rea...
We speak with attribution science expert Andrew Pershing about the field’s evolution and current focuses.
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Culture Crash: From Billie Eilish To Taylor Swi...
We cover some of our favorites so far and upcoming album releases this summer and fall that we can’t wait to listen to.
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Viewpoints Explained: Americans Lost $10 Billio...
We highlight some of the fastest growing frauds and why thousands of people each day are falling for these persuasive narratives.
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Can’t Shake Your Sweet Tooth? Why Modification ...
Experts explain how you can make easy substitutes and modifications that produce tasty (but still relatively healthy) desserts.
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Do Companies Still Care About Diversity, Equity...
We speak with Harvard researcher, Paola Cecchi Dimeglio, about the ways in which workers routinely face bias and how companies are redirecting their efforts in hiring and beyond.
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Culture Crash: What’s New To Watch On HBO Max A...
We highlight some of our favorite recent releases on streaming platforms HBO Max and Amazon Prime.
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Viewpoints Explained: The Taliban Reaffirms Its...
Why is stoning still used as a form of capital punishment in several countries around the world? We cover this medieval practice and how women in Afghanistan are being specifically targeted by the Taliban.
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Who Exactly Are The Texas Rangers?
Author and journalist Doug Swanson joins Viewpoints this week to share the full narrative of the famed Texas Rangers.
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1 In 4 People Are Chronically Lonely: How Isola...
We speak with social and public health expert Kasley Killam about the societal shifts that are feeding into this epidemic and how listeners can begin feeling more connecting to their loved ones, friends, and community.
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Culture Crash: The Composing Genius Of Trent Re...
There are some movies that we watch where we love the soundtrack as much, or sometimes more, than the film itself. We cover the new film, Challengers and why its musical score is a fantastic listen.
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Viewpoints Explained: An End To The Affordable ...
23 million low-income Americans currently rely on a program that provides subsidized Internet. But this access may soon come to end as the Affordable Connectivity Act loses government funding.
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What’s Next For Elite Women’s Sports?
We cover why this is and how athletes and advocates are pushing for greater equity across college and pro sports.
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“Why Are You So Weird?”: Understanding Our Pets...
Animal expert and researcher Eleanor Spice Rice joins us this week to explain the deeper reasons behind why our pets act in these weird ways.
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Culture Crash: Have You Seen The Netflix Hit “B...
We review the recent release, “Baby Reindeer” that’s been drumming up a lot of buzz online. Season 1 is now streaming on Netflix.
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Viewpoints Explained: Understanding The FTC’s B...
We cover what this recent ruling means for millions of workers and why several businesses are already vowing to sue to block this change.
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The Housing Squeeze: How Communities Are Invest...
Viewpoints speaks with two housing experts about this crisis and what towns, cities and fed-up residents are doing to create more affordable housing.
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An Unrealistic Portrayal: The Effects Of Pictur...
We speak with social media expert Dr. Ciera Kirkpatrick who spent years researching how idealized, picture-perfect social media content can lead to detrimental outcomes for mothers.
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