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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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.
2 min
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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.
9 min
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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.
9 min
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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.
2 min
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Viewpoints Explained: China’s Deepening Economi...
We talk about why Americans should care about this developing international economic news.
1 min
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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.
10 min
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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.
9 min
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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.
1 min
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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.
11 min
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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.
8 min
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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.
2 min
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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”.
2 min
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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.
10 min
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Drowning In Debt? You’re Not Alone: A New Wave ...
We discuss the effects of escalating debt and how listeners can start taking back control.
7 min
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Viewpoints Explained: An Uncertain Future For C...
We highlight how several businesses are re-framing their strategy during this period.
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Culture Crash: Is Comedy Dead Or Does It Just L...
Some people argue that the comedy genre is on its way out. But this week, we discuss how comedy isn’t going anywhere– it’s just adapting to the changing times.
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When Green Energy Turns Toxic: Re-Tooling Solar...
We speak with two experts in the solar panel recycling space about how innovation is driving this shift and what more needs to be done to make this energy source truly sustainable.
10 min
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'Never Good Enough’: A Rise In Mental Health Is...
We speak with author Jennifer Breheny Wallace about the importance of sharing how a person’s value should never be linked to their performance.
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Culture Crash: Why Do We Like Watching Sci-Fi S...
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Viewpoints Explained: The Secrets Of Venus
We highlight the deeper intricacies and theories behind Venus’ unusual surface.
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Separating Fact From Fiction: Are You A Victim ...
We speak with two conspiracy experts about how these stories arise, why they’re so pervasive online and why artificial intelligence may make these narratives more difficult to detect.
11 min
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From Cow’s Milk To Saltwater Oysters: The First...
We explore the many firsts throughout history and how key archaeologic evidence plays a role in accurately telling these narratives.
7 min
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Culture Crash: Will Marvel Bounce Back?
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has had a series of flops in recent years. In a landscape with so much content, will this production company be able to bounce back and rebuild its brand name?
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Viewpoints Explained: An End To Finding News Co...
We talk about what’s driving this big move and how it’s going to impact both Canadians and media outlets.
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