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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Buses, Trains And Trams: The Birthplace Of Publ...
We speak with mass transit expert Steven Beaucher about the first subway system built in Boston and the state of mass transportation agencies today amid budget cuts.
8 min
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Looking Back With Rick Steves: The Importance O...
With tales of adventure—like sleeping in a stationary abandoned train car only to find it rolling at dawn—Steves reflects on how these unexpected moments shaped his life perspective.
8 min
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Viewpoints Explained: Would You Try Couples The...
We talk about this growing trend and what partners dig into during these pre-wedding sessions.
1 min
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Culture Crash: The Brilliant Director Behind Be...
Indie film, “Anora” won big at this year’s Academy Awards earning five Oscar wins. We cover the steady rise of director Sean Baker and highlight some of his previous works that we love.
2 min
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Inside The Mass Firings Of Federal Workers
As legal battles unfold and DOGE continues these reductions, the question remains: Is this about efficiency, or is something bigger at play?
10 min
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Why Real Self-Care Is The Ability To Set Bounda...
Tawaab breaks down why this inner reflection is so important and how to go about establishing and enforcing these set boundaries.
6 min
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Viewpoints Explained: An Uncertain Season For N...
With recent layoffs by the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, many are worried about the gaps in staffing this year.
2 min
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Culture Crash: If You’re Loving The Pop Girl Re...
We cover another genre where female artists are breaking through, leading to great music and many thousands of loyal fans.
2 min
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60 Days Out: Reminiscing & Rebuilding After The...
Despite the many challenges and anxieties ahead, many Californians are remaining optimistic and plan to rebuild what once was.
8 min
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Unusual Jobs: Journalist Turned Private Eye
We speak with Tyler Maroney – a journalist turned private eye about the evolution of the trade and the role tech-savvy investigators play in influencing and providing transparency to governments, corporate entities and other sectors.
8 min
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Culture Crash: Flow: “A Film Experience Unlike ...
We cover why we love the animated film, Flow. The movie came out last year and was recently nominated for an Academy Award in the category, “Best Animated Feature Film”.
2 min
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Viewpoints Explained: Will Food Prices Ever Go ...
We cover why prices remain stubbornly high and if there’s any relief headed our way.
2 min
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A Deep Dive Into DeepSeek: Why Is This Platform...
We cover why DeepSeek is different from the numerous models out there, what Americans should keep in mind if they choose to use it, and why its introduction is causing other companies in the AI race to potentially reshape their strategy.
8 min
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Why Is Being A New Parent So Hard?
We speak with parenting expert Vered Benhorin about how to form a deeper, more present relationship with your child and enjoy the mundane activities and play you do as a parent.
7 min
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Culture Crash: Our Favorite Mind-Bending Movies
We highlight some of our favorite, lesser-known films within the horror/thriller/sci-fi genre.
2 min
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Viewpoints Explained: An Early Initiative From ...
Now that he’s in office, we cover both sides of the debate surrounding this possible new initiative.
2 min
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Why 2025 Is Your Money Management Year
Scarlett Cochran joins us to share her journey and how she was able to reinvent herself by going back to school and sticking to a strict budget.
7 min
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Between 2016 And 2024, 30 Million Women Were Su...
Jaha Dukureh, a victim of FGM and global advocate, to get a better understanding on why FGM persists and what’s being done to curb these numbers.
8 min
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Viewpoints Explained: From Starbucks To K-Cups:...
We cover the escalating price tag of coffee beans as climate change impacts the supply of some of the world’s most popular varieties.
1 min
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Culture Crash: Prestige Vs. Easy Tv: The Best O...
We explain the genre of prestige TV, some of our favorite shows within the category and others that fall outside of this box.
2 min
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Bessie Coleman: The Stunt Pilot Sensation Of Th...
We cover the story of Coleman and the countless barriers she faced as an African American woman in the early 1900’s set on making a name for herself as a pilot.
7 min
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What’s Next For TikTok?
While it’s back for now, we speak with two experts about the platform’s long-term future in the U.S. and if users should really be worried about Tik Tok’s ties to China.
9 min
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Culture Crash: Why We’re Rooting For This Film ...
We offer our take on why “Nickel Boys” is worthy of the win.
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Viewpoints Explained: Why Deepseek Is Shaking U...
We explain why this new artificial intelligence platform is pushing companies and public officials to rethink future AI strategy.
1 min
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Is Our Food Supply Becoming Less Safe?
We speak with two experts in the food industry about why you shouldn’t be so worried about the growing number of recalls and how you can reduce your personal risk through some simple practices.
8 min