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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“95 Percent Left To Discover”: The People Taske...
Sarafina El-Badry Nance speaks out about the barrier to entry in these fields and the importance of greater inclusion and opportunities for those who’ve been historically excluded.
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Viewpoints Explained: Will SF Bounce Back?
High real estate prices. Rampant crime. A mass exodus. What's next for San Francisco?
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What We Do & Still Don’t Know About Black Holes
Janna Levin, an astronomy & physics professor at Columbia University, joins us to discuss the most intriguing aspects of these space giants.
9 min
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Isaac Murphy: A Forgotten Sports Legend
We discuss the early history of horse racing in America and one African American jockey who made a lasting impact on the sport.
9 min
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Culture Crash: A Foray Back Into Zelda
We dive into the popularity of the new videogame, “Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom."
2 min
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Viewpoints Explained: Still Don't Know What Jun...
Understanding the historical importance of Juneteenth in America.
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Cities Left Behind: The Reality of Population D...
As people move past the pandemic, demographers wonder if certain migration trends will change. We discuss population trends and how they impact cities.
9 min
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Cannabis & Profit: A Need To Make Reparations
We talk about the current landscape and changes that need to be made to include communities who've been targeted during the War on Cannabis.
10 min
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Culture Crash: Our Love For “Spider-Man”
In a time where “superhero fatigue” is setting in, “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,” now in theatres, is still breaking through.
2 min
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De-Bunking the Misconceptions & Stigmas of ADHD
We speak with a clinical child psychologist at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Ellen Braaten, about the different types & presentations of this disorder, how it affects children and common challenges for diagnoses, acceptance, and treatment.
11 min
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The 10,000 Year Relationship: Our Long-Held Fas...
We cover all things cats and why these furry felines (who’ve long been human companions) are unique.
9 min
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Culture Crash: A Triumphant End to a Brilliant ...
“Succession” has all the elements of a prime family drama. An ultra-rich, very public family that has no shortage of drama, conflict, and greed. We discuss the show’s final season on HBO.
2 min
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Bridging The Gap For Low-Income Families
We cover this growing crisis & how individuals and families can get help through their community network.
9 min
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Climate Change In Full Bloom: The Impact Of An ...
We speak with environmental expert Theresa Crimmins about the causes & effects of changing weather patterns.
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Culture Crash: A Review of the Thriller, “Missing”
We talk about the new-to-Netflix movie, “Missing” – a thriller that follows one daughter’s quest to find her missing loved ones who vanish while on a trip to Colombia.
2 min
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The Toll of Excess Clothes Production
Fashion activist and expert Maxine Bedat talks about recent changes in the fast fashion landscape and the new focus now on legislation.
9 min
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“Um, What?”: The Hidden Purpose Behind Filler W...
Valerie Fridland explains why filler words are distracting if overused, but when added in moderation, they play a very specific purpose.
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Culture Crash: A New Season of Summer Blockbust...
We highlight a few of the blockbuster films that we’re most looking forward to this summer.
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Why Don’t More Schools Teach Financial Literacy?
This week, we cover the push to change education legislation so more school curriculums incorporate a standalone financial literacy class.
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The Allure Of The Four-Day Workweek
We discuss the pros, cons and if this shift is feasible for America’s complex and varied workforce.
9 min
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Culture Crash: One of Our Favorite Sci-Fi Reads
We highlight the six-part series “The Forward” – a riveting sci-fi read that’s full of twists and turns.
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Culture Crash: Our Favorite Films To Watch With...
We touch on a few recent movie releases that are perfect picks to watch with your mom this Mother’s Day. Learn More:
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Understanding Lab-Created Ingredients
Monosodium glutamate. Niacin. Riboflavin. We’ve all seen these labels at the end of ingredient lists on our favorite chips or frozen meals – but what role do they play? Are these substances harmful? We highlight the prevalence of processed and...
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The Trials & Tribulations Of Balancing Motherho...
NPR journalist and co-host of “All Things Considered” Mary Louise Kelly joins us this Mother’s Day to share her story of balancing motherhood with a long-spanning, successful career in journalism. She -like many mothers - has struggled to have...
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The Importance of America’s Social Workers
There are more than 700,000 social workers across America. We speak with longtime social worker and professor, Dr. Anthony Estreet about the vital role these professionals play in countless different sectors and why there needs to be more support and...
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