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: The Hidden Cost Of Thrift...
As donations surge and low-quality clothing floods secondhand shops, even resale stores are struggling to keep pace with the waste cycle.
3 min
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Culture Crash: Jennifer Lawrence And Robert Pat...
We review the new drama film “Die My Love” which has received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. The movie stars Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson.
2 min
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Shutdown Fallout: The Families Left Waiting For...
We delve into how the SNAP system really works and break some of the misconceptions behind this government service. Then, what began as companionship has transformed into a deep, generational attachment that fuels a massive industry and redefines who we view as core family members.
21 min
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The Pet Boom That Never Really Ended
What began as companionship has transformed into a deep, generational attachment that fuels a massive industry and redefines who we view as core family members.
8 min
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Shutdown Fallout: The Families Left Waiting For...
We delve into how the SNAP system really works and break some of the misconceptions behind this government service.
9 min
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Culture Crash: Inside The Twisty New Thriller F...
American screenwriter Vince Gilligan is back with a new mystery series. We give our review this week on Culture Crash.
2 min
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Viewpoints Explained: Inside The New Grocery Bu...
New polling shows Americans are buying fewer extras at the grocery store, signaling a growing caution that retailers and the economy can’t ignore.
1 min
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I Spy Delicious Pie | America’s Quiet Addiction...
Pie expert Ken Haedrich dishes out simple baking tips, his pick for Thanksgiving and a reminder that the crust matters but perfection doesn’t. Then, A recovering alcoholic and an emergency room doctor join us to share how easily alcohol dependence takes hold, the long-term damaging effects of this addiction and some of the newest treatments available on the frontlines.
24 min
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America’s Quiet Addiction: One Man’s Recovery, ...
Behind the drinks we celebrate lies a nationwide addiction crisis.
11 min
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I Spy Delicious Pie
Pie expert Ken Haedrich dishes out simple baking tips, his pick for Thanksgiving (creamy Southern buttermilk pie), and a reminder that the crust matters but perfection doesn’t.
6 min
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Culture Crash: Why Rewatching Our Favorite Film...
Some movies like never lose their spark. We cover why we’ll never get tired of rewatching this mysterious drama.
2 min
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Viewpoints Explained: From Queens To City Hall:...
What his victory reveals goes far beyond this recent mayoral election.
2 min
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From Neck To Nerves: What Everyday Pain Is Tryi...
Dr. Rahul Shah joins us to explain how these everyday aches are signals from a body that’s out of sync, often due to tech habits, posture, and lack of movement. Then, we cover how researchers are uncovering how disrupted infant sleep may alter brain development and emotional regulation well into adulthood.
23 min
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Sleep Like A Baby? How Our Early Sleep Habits S...
We cover how researchers are uncovering how disrupted infant sleep may alter brain development and emotional regulation well into adulthood.
9 min
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From Neck To Nerves: What Everyday Pain Is Tryi...
By understanding the body’s chain reaction, we can prevent years of chronic pain before it starts.
7 min
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Culture Crash: Richard Linklater Finds Magic In...
The new film, “Blue Moon” features actor Ethan Hawke in this quiet, talk-heavy drama about art, regret, and what’s left unsaid.
1 min
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Viewpoints Explained: Fewer Births, Smaller Fut...
We break down what’s driving the global baby bust and why it matters.
2 min
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Clues, Categories & Consistency: Looking Back O...
We revisit the game show’s evolution, the lasting influence of Alex Trebek and how new host Ken Jennings is keeping the legacy alive while adapting to modern audience. Then, behind the legend was a man navigating deep flaws, hard choices and the fragile beginnings of a nation unlike anything else.
25 min
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The Real George Washington: What History Books ...
Behind the legend was a man navigating deep flaws, hard choices and the fragile beginnings of a nation unlike anything else.
6 min
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Clues, Categories & Consistency: Looking Back O...
We revisit the game show’s evolution, the lasting influence of Alex Trebek and how new host Ken Jennings is keeping the legacy alive while adapting to modern audience.
12 min
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Culture Crash: Why “Deadbeat” Marks A New Era F...
We review Tame Impala's latest drop "Deadbeat"
2 min
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Viewpoints Explained: Artificial Intelligence’s...
As data centers multiply, experts warn that this growth may soon outpace the grid’s capacity to keep up.
2 min
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Four Centuries Of New Yorkers Who Shaped The Ci...
24 min
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The Science And Limits Of Criminal Profiling
We trace its origins from the hunt for Jack the Ripper during the 19th century in London to the data-driven age of artificial intelligence policing.
10 min
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Four Centuries Of New Yorkers Who Shaped The City
We highlight some of the stories of ordinary people whose actions built the vibrant, diverse and progressive landscape that is New York today.
8 min