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 Interesting Legacies of Past U.S. Presidents
Ahead of Presidents Day on Monday, February 21, we highlight some of our past presidents and their accomplishments and failures. What’s a common trait amongst the men who’ve held this role? Which president championed environmental policy? How have...
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Culture Crash: This Year’s ‘Best Picture’ Nominees
From Belfast to King Richard, we breakdown this year’s highly anticipated list of Academy Award ‘Best Picture’ nominees. The Oscar’s will be held on March 27, 2022.
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The Journey of Addiction
More than 101,000 Americans died from a drug overdose between April 2020 and April 2021, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Substance abuse, or addiction, is a national crisis that’s only continuing to worsen as new drugs...
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The Many Modes of Transportation
You can love biking, but if your city or town isn’t bike friendly, it can be difficult to get around safely. Dr. Susan Shaheen, a professor of civil and environmental engineering at the University of California-Berkeley, joins us this week to...
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Culture Crash: A Fresh Take on “Nightmare Alley”
We discuss the new film, “Nightmare Alley” which is a remake of the 1947 film of the same title. It’s filled with a star-studded cast and does not disappoint. Hear why this movie makes our ‘Best of 2021 Films’ list.
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Spin, Sweat, Repeat: The Ever-Evolving Fitness ...
It feels like the fitness market has more options than ever before. Between the rise of at-home fitness, traditional gyms and focused classes, consumers can pick and choose to workout whichever way they like. This week – we speak with two fitness...
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The History of Timekeeping
From sundials to mechanical clocks to atomic clocks, humans – throughout the centuries – have kept track of time using many different methods. Physics and astronomy professor Chad Orzel joins us this week to highlight just how much we rely on...
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Culture Crash: A New Take on a Popular Series
The hit sitcom, “How I Met Your Mother” ran for nine seasons between 2005 and 2014. Now, producers are creating a new take on the original show with the launch of the series, “How I Met Your Father”. We discuss if the new release is worth the...
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Living Life in a 24/7 Society
We play many roles in life: coworker, manager, partner, parent, caregiver. The list is seemingly endless. It can be all too easy to get wrapped in these many roles and forget all together about spending time on yourself as an individual. We speak with...
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A Comprehensive Guide to Fandom
What was your favorite comic book series, video game or card game growing up? Depending on your age, it could have been Magic: The Gathering, Batman or Minecraft. In fact, you still could be a fan of these no matter what your age is. This week – we...
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Culture Crash: The Debut of “Shiva Baby
New writer & director Emma Seligman is generating a lot of buzz across Hollywood. This week, we discuss her debut film, “Shiva Baby” that’s now streaming on HBO Max.
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Advancements in Anti-Aging
By 2030, 74 million Baby Boomers in the U.S. will be 65 or older. As people age, this means bigger burdens on the healthcare system, senior housing and care. But, what if one day, we could slow down this process of biological aging? Two researchers...
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A New Perspective on Cooking at Home
Ever find yourself staring at a recipe and feeling completely lost or overwhelmed? Us too. Cooking doesn’t have to be this big production, but can instead be a time to unwind, experiment and not always aim for perfection. Cookbook author Leanne...
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Culture Crash: Binging the Rom-Com Series “Love...
The series, “Love Life” is a whimsical ride through the ups and downs of modern dating, relationships and finding love. Seasons 1 and 2 are now out on HBO Max.
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Getting Your $$$ In Order
If an unexpected $400 charge came up, it’s estimated that 40% of Americans would struggle to pay this amount, according to data published in 2019 by the Federal Reserve. Life happens. Circumstances change. And that’s why it so important to be...
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An Illustrator’s Art
Before photography, the most commonly used medium to capture a single moment in time was painting and illustration. Though photos and video have flooded most media outlets, illustration as a whole has not been replaced. It’s still used to this day...
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Culture Crash: Catching Up On Recent Releases
We binge and review some of the new movies we’ve missed in recent months, including a critique of “The Novice” and “Mass."
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Our Resilient Food System
20 million people work within the food production industry in the U.S. The pandemic has altered this sector and resulted in many pressures placed on this population. This week – we highlight the people behind these various roles and the changing...
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Starry Night
More than 80 percent of the world’s population lives under light-polluted skies, according to a 2016 study published in the journal “Science Advances”. Light pollution can impact sleep, general health and negatively impacts the environment,...
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Culture Crash: “Spider-Man” Nostalgia
We travel back in time to discuss the nostalgia of the very first “Spider-Man” movie and how it kicked off a series of sequels and superhero reboots produced by Marvel Studios.
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Finding Employment After Incarceration
In the U.S., there are roughly 19 million people with felony convictions. For this population, finding stable work can be a tumultuous and draining process. Without a job, it can be all too easy to slide back into a past life and end up behind bars...
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A Season of Sadness
Researchers estimate that around 10 million Americans suffer from seasonal affective disorder each year. The milder version of this diagnosis is commonly referred to as the winter blues and is estimated to affect 10 to 20 percent of people. We speak...
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Culture Crash: Spider-Man’s Back Once Again
The new film release, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” is a massive blockbuster hit. We discuss what makes these crossover movies such a success and what’s coming up next in the Marvel universe
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The Consequences Of Voter Error
In 2006, Filipino immigrant Elizabeth Keathley mistakenly registered to vote while at a DMV in Illinois. After receiving her Voter ID in the mail, she ended up casting a ballot in the next election thinking she could do so. However, she wasn’t a...
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Managing Your Pet’s Health Heading Into 2022
Thinking about adding a new furry member to the family to ring in the new year? Before saying yes, make sure you have enough time to dedicate to a new dog or cat. Veterinarian Dr. Carol Osborne joins us this week to share some helpful tips on adoption, pe
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