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 Story Behind the Free Speech Organization A...
We uncover what exactly FIRE stands for and why some people have mixed feelings on the nonpartisan nonprofit.
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Breaking Down the Hidden Misconceptions of Two ...
We speak with two experts to get the truth behind these traditionally scary creatures and hear why neither of them are nearly as scary as we think.
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Culture Crash: Why We Always Go Back To What We...
We rewind back in time and talk about the power of nostalgia when it comes to the music, movies and shows we prefer.
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Viewpoints Explained: Why Are Halloween Candy P...
We look at how candy prices have significantly jumped over the last few years.
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30 Years Of The Motor Voter Law: Why This Act H...
Keathley and her former lawyer, Richard Hanus, join us this week to share the stressful, years-long legal battle that almost led to her being deported back to the Philippines.
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A Family Forever Changed: Rachel’s Struggle Wit...
Deborah Kasdan joins us this week to share her sister’s story and the wide-ranging toll of mental illness.
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Culture Crash: Stepping Into A Film Director’s ...
We highlight how it’s all too easy for prominent directors to fall into a rabbit hole of producing a series of not-that-good movies after their first is a blockbuster hit.
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Viewpoints Explained: ‘Less Than 10 Percent Of ...
We talk about the plastic crisis and why it’s important to cut down on the plastic you use in your daily life.
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‘2/3 Of Students Are Testing Below Proficiency ...
Education expert Natalie Wexler joins us to share important insights and what parents can also do at home to bolster these skills.
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’35 Percent Of All Food Ends Up In The Trash’: ...
We cover the ongoing food waste crisis in America and hear from one tech platform that’s helping to connect hungry people to food that would otherwise be tossed into a trash bin.
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Viewpoints Explained: Why Are Prison Breaks Bec...
These are just some of the factors feeding into why prison breaks, and then large-scale manhunts, seem to be popping up more these days.
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Culture Crash: Our Fall Indie Film Picks
We highlight some of our favorite, small-production movie picks as we head into fall film festival season.
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One After Another: Helping People Recover In A ...
We cover the physical and mental toll these hardships cause and why it’s important to step up and give back in any way you can.
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Are You Making The Most Out Of Chat GPT?
We breakdown what are some of the biggest ways AI helps with tasks and how you can go about interacting with these chatbots to get the answer you’re looking for.
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Culture Crash: A Slow Calendar For Prime TV Season
We cover how the screenwriter and actor’s strike in Hollywood is slowing down TV series releases this autumn.
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Viewpoints Explained: China’s Deepening Economi...
We talk about why Americans should care about this developing international economic news.
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School, Sports, Standardized Tests: When Is The...
We speak with Homayoun about why so many teens seem to struggle post-high school and how adults can better prepare their kids in the long-term rather than focusing solely on short-term academic markers.
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X (AKA Twitter) Vs. Threads: The Story Behind M...
We speak with two social media experts about Meta’s big investment in Threads and what needs to change in the coming months to avoid its quick demise.
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Culture Crash: From Live Concerts To Film: The ...
Swift is continuing the mania (and profits) with the upcoming release of the movie simply titled: “The Era’s Tour”.
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Viewpoints Explained: America’s Struggling Cities
Several once prominent cities have struggled to bounce back after a mass exodus of urban residents.
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From Drug Trafficker To Informant: How Ex-Crimi...
We speak with ex drug trafficker, Margarito Flores Jr. about his entry into the illicit drug trade at an early age and when he decided to get out of the business and start working for the other side.
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Why Does Everyone, Including Parents, Want To B...
We highlight this ever-evolving lucrative industry and how new laws are better protecting those who’ve been previously taken advantage of.
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Viewpoints Explained: The Escalating Levels Of ...
We cover how much caffeine is packed inside many of these newer energy drinks and the consequences of consuming higher-than-needed amounts.
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Culture Crash: A New Era For Post Malone
We give our review of American rapper, singer and songwriter, Post Malone’s newest album titled, “Austin”.
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Actors & Writers Are On Strike, But Why Aren’t ...
We cover just how the music sector has changed and why these artists don’t have the same protections as other creatives.
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