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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RV Life: The Classic American Way Of Road-tripping
Thinking of getting away this summer? With flight and hotel prices skyrocketing, we speak with travel expert Bonnie Sinclair about the many benefits of road tripping via RV. Sinclair has traveled across the U.S. with her husband and highlights a few...
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Culture Crash: The Coachella Let Down
We discuss musician, Frank Ocean’s recent performances - or lack thereof. Learn More:
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The Secrets Found Through DNA Testing
What would you do if you suddenly found out you weren’t related to the parent that raised you? This is exactly what happened to author Dani Shapiro after she took an at-home DNA test. We speak with her about this life-changing surprise and why there...
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Culture Crash: The Sequels And Spin-Offs That K...
We discuss how sequels and new adaptations of films and TV shows have become more of the norm in Hollywood. Learn More:
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Why Is the Gender Pay Gap in America Still So W...
As of 2022, the average American woman earned 82 cents for every dollar earned by a man. While it may not seem like much of a pay difference, this disparity adds up over time. And it’s been this way for decades with little progress happening in...
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Part II: Helping America’s Educators
More than a third of educators in America are considering leaving their positions, according to recent research from consulting firm, McKinsey. We speak with two education experts about the mounting challenges both new and veteran teachers are facing...
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Culture Crash: A Review of “BEEF”
We discuss the popular new Netflix series, “BEEF,” starring Steven Yeun and Ali Wong, that’s become a Top 10 watch on the platform. Learn More:
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TikTok Isn’t the Only App With a Data Privacy P...
While TikTok has been getting a lot of heat lately for its connections to China, there’s also a larger privacy and data problem across all social media platforms. We speak with two experts about the fast-evolving social media landscape and how...
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Culture Crash: The Final Season
We highlight the last season of the hit HBO series, Succession and why other shows that have outlasted their prime should take note of the upsides of ending on a high note. Learn More:
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Spring: A Time Of Flight For Birds
As the weather warms up, you may be hearing and seeing more birds in your backyard. Spring is peak migration for this species, but in recent decades, there’s been a 30 percent decline in North American bird varieties. We speak with one expert about...
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A Different Viewpoint: Speaking With Actress, D...
The Barrymore family has a long and storied history in Hollywood. For actress, Drew Barrymore, she grew up surrounded by the ups and downs of being in a very public family and acting in TV and films as a child. Today, she looks back on her life and...
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Culture Crash: The New Show, “Shrinking”
We discuss the new Apple TV+ series, “Shrinking” featuring Jason Segel and Christa Miller. Learn More:
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Understanding The Unknown: Psychopathic Tendencies
Who do you think of when you read or hear the word, psychopath? Rarely does anyone think of the neuroscientist next door. We speak to two experts about what the term means in the medical world and why many people who have psychopathic tendencies can...
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A History: The Beginnings Of Mass Transit In Am...
Millions of Americans rely on mass transit each day to get to where they need to be. While mass transit has had its up and downs in recent decades - and especially during the COVID-19 pandemic - there will always be a need for this public resource. We...
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Culture Crash: Revisiting The Classics
We explore some of the older, classic TV series that are now available on streaming platforms. Learn More:
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Failing America’s Teachers
Between February 2020 and May 2022, around 300,000 teachers left teaching to pursue another profession. While the COVID-19 pandemic is no longer a front and center issue, millions of public-school educators are still struggling to keep going in...
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Is Hollywood Really Changing? The Diversity Deb...
Asian-American actress Michelle Yeoh won her first Oscar at this year’s Academy Awards for her performance in Everything Everywhere All At Once. We speak with media expert April Reign about the continued push to improve diversity & equity in all...
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A Withholding Of Public Information
Did you know that our federal government classifies more than 50 million pieces of documents each year? Why are so many documents marked as classified? And why is there such a long lag time for them to be unsealed? We uncover this outdated process and...
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The Untold Story Of Edith Wilson
Women’s History Month is a time to look back and honor the women of the past who’ve made a difference. One of these stories is that of Edith Wilson. On paper, she’s known as Woodrow Wilson’s second wife and first lady, but her story is much...
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Culture Crash: Back To The Theatre
The box office is on a hot streak. We highlight some of our favorites so far this year. Learn More:
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Culture Crash: The Popularity Of The Netflix Se...
We discuss why “The Addams Family” spinoff, “Wednesday” is fairing so well with younger audiences. Learn More:
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What Led To The Largest Higher Education Strike...
Late last year, more than 48,000 graduate students, researchers and teaching assistants unionized and went on strike against the University of California system, encompassing nine college campuses. Across the state, schools like Berkeley, UCLA and...
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Food’s Connection To Our Mental Health
You’re probably familiar with the saying: ‘You are what you eat.’ It’s no secret that the foods we consume directly correlate to how we feel, look and more. But there’s more to food than just providing us with energy and nourishment. A lack...
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Animal Control And Rescue
More than six million companion animals enter U.S. shelters each year, and a little over four million are adopted. Sadly, shelters still rely on euthanizing when facilities are overcrowded, and an animal has been there for a while. Author Laurie...
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Culture Crash: The Release Of Creed III
That’s right – Creed III is the newest installment in the boxing drama. We cover whether this early 2023 blockbuster is worth the watch. Learn More:
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