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 Refugee Crisis: Finding Help Amidst Conflict
As of early April, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has displaced more than 4.2 million refugees, according to UNICEF. And the residents of Ukraine are not the only people who’ve become refugees due to war, persecution and natural disaster. On...
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A History of Fabric
These days, it seems like the blouse or sweater that was bought last season has already disintegrated. When did quality-made clothes disappear, and the rise of new, cheaper fabrics take hold in the U.S.? Author Sofi Thanhauser joins us this week to...
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Culture Crash: The Sci-Fi Film Genre
From “Interstellar” to “Solaris”, we love a good sci-fi movie that transports us to a new dimension and time. We highlight some of our favorites and why the genre continues to be popular. Learn more at:
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Exploring Innovations in Addiction Treatment
In the U.S., current overdose deaths of heroin, fentanyl and prescription opioids have increased over six times from rates seen in 1999, according to the CDC. With the opioid epidemic raging on into 2022, what’s on the forefront of treatment...
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The Early History of the Kennedy’s
Many would argue that the Kennedy family is an American cultural and political dynasty. From former President John F. Kennedy to past Kennedy’s that have served as senators, ambassadors and in other high ranking government positions, the name today...
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Culture Crash: The Return of Vinyl Records
In recent years, vinyl’s have been making a big comeback. We discuss how old and new music alike is being played on this old musical medium. Learn more at .
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Rethinking Work
As the pandemic winds down and millions get back to a more normal routine, some employers are mandating for workers to return to the traditional office environment. But – some are pushing back, wondering why it’s necessary to go back in if they...
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The Communication Signals We Send
All the signals we send, from the words we use to the gestures we make, form an impression on the people we interact with every day. Human behavior research Vanessa Van Edwards joins us this week to share some insight on the many different signal cues...
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Culture Crash: The End of Better Call Saul
Better Call Saul starring actor Bob Odenkirk is coming to an end after six seasons. We discuss how the spinoff of Breaking Bad carved out a name for itself with a strong storyline and stellar performances. Learn more at:
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Caring For an Aging Population
More than 54 million Americans ages 65 or older are living in the U.S. today. This accounts for almost 17 percent of the total population. This number is only set to rise over the next two decades as millions more baby boomers transition into this...
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When the Guilty Are Marked As Innocent
Why do we believe one person but believe another is lying? This week, author Sarah Weinman joins us as we discuss the story of one American man in the 1950’s who was able to dupe millions and get released from prison. Learn more at:
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Culture Crash: “Heat Waves” A Song That Seems T...
The song, “Heat Waves” by the British indie pop rock band, Glass Animals continues to be a hit track almost two years after its release. We discuss its continued popularity and what else is worth a listen from Glass Animals. Learn more at:
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The Expanding Landfill in Space
From weather forecasting to cellular coverage to global imaging, we heavily rely on space satellites in our day to day lives. The growing amount of litter just past Earth’s atmosphere threatens these services as well as astronauts living in space....
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Paving a New Future For Classical Music
Less than 2 percent of all classical musicians are African American. Despite a push for more diversity and inclusion in recent years, the industry largely remains the same in makeup. Two classical music experts join us this week to help us understand...
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Culture Crash: The Darker "Batman"
"The Batman" starring Robert Pattinson has dominated box office charts the last couple of weeks. We discuss if the new take on the classic franchise is worth the hype. Learn more at:
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A More Supportive Mental Health System
In President Biden’s State of the Union speech earlier this month, he addressed the many pitfalls of the current mental health care system. Millions of Americans are falling through the cracks and failing to get the consistent and comprehensive help...
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The Economic Squeeze of Inflation
Inflation just seems to keep on rising month after month. Between January 2021 and January 2022, prices across the board went up by 7.5 percent. What’s next? Economics professor Dr. Christian Vom Lehn joins us to breakdown what’s fueling these...
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Culture Crash: Getting Back to the 90s
We travel back in time to the 1990’s as author Chuck Klosterman joins Culture Crash to highlight the iconic culture, media and politics of this infamous decade. Learn more at
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An Influx of New Neighbors
Eagles. Sea lions. Black bears. What do all these animals have in common? A surprising number of each of these species are now calling cities home. Countless different species of wildlife were driven out of cities centuries ago, but in recent decades...
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The Pang of Regret
Ever wish that you could turn back time and do something differently? Everyone’s been there at one point or another. Regret is an all-too-common feeling that’s simply part of life, but it’s what we learn from our mistakes that matters. Writer...
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Culture Crash: Never Getting Tired of the Film,...
"The Prestige" was released in 2006 and features some of Hollywood’s biggest names, including Christian Bale, Hugh Jackman and Michael Caine. We discuss why it’s a remarkable movie that never gets old watch after watch. Learn more at:
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The Coaches That Changed the Game
Millions have heard of 23-time Olympic gold medalist swimmer, Michael Phelps. But how about Bob Bowman? Most likely not. Bowman was Phelps’ longtime swimming coach who started working with the young swimmer when he was just 11 years old. He was...
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The Larger Appeal of "Harry Potter"
The Harry Potter series is one of the most beloved stories of all time, unlocking a world of wizarding magic, adventure and intrigue to millions of young readers. We discuss how its unconventional storyline and character development can...
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Culture Crash: Nostalgia of Music in the Super ...
This year’s Super Bowl halftime show featuring Eminem, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg and Mary J. Blige was an instant hit. It was a blast to the past and reinvigorated that the nostalgic music of our younger years will always hold a special place in our...
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Fostering Curiosity and a Greater Passion For L...
Most parents know that reading is vital to a child or teen’s development and learning. But reading isn’t everything. To fully understand many topics, experiences and encounters help to fully engrain what’s being taught. We speak with an...
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