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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Harry Potter: More Than Just A Wizarding Tale
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 shift thinking...
12 min
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Aging In America: The Senior Care Industry
Each day, 10,000 Americans will hit retirement age. With millions of people aging, the need for home health aides is set to expand by 47 percent between 2016 and 2026, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. So, what are the best senior care...
12 min
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Culture Crash: Does Disney Plus Stack Up To The...
Disney+ debuted this past fall to a lot of speculation about what another streaming platform could really add to the already crowded marketplace. We discuss its offerings and who might really benefit from its niche selection.
2 min
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Inside Look: Feminism and Hermione Granger
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Inside Look: Holiday Baking Championship
A quick look into Viewpoints producer, Annie Krall's festive conversations with Holiday Baking Championship judge Lorraine Pascale, Season 4 champion Jen Barney and Season 1 champion Erin Campbell.
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Culture Crash: Uncovering Some Of The Decade’s ...
Thousands of movies have been released over the last ten years. With the mind-boggling amount of films available, it can be easy to forget about a fantastic movie you may have watched years ago. We take a look at some of the best picks of the decade...
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Holiday Baking Cheer And Chaos: Inside Competit...
There’s nothing quite like watching reality TV – and holiday-themed reality TV may be even better if you’re trying to de-stress during the month of December. We delve into the world of Food Network’s popular show, to get the inside scoop...
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The Annual Holiday Shopping Frenzy
Christmas is just a few days away. By now, most people have bought all of their presents and have tucked their worn-in credit cards away until the new year. Viewpoints’ speaks with Colin Morris, director of product management at Adobe Analytics,...
9 min
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The Implications of A Shifting Climate
Extreme forest fires in California; increased flooding throughout the Midwest; rising sea levels threatening much of the coastal United States. Viewpoints speaks with author Avanti Centrae and ecologist Alejandro Frid about some of these extreme...
14 min
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Tips And Tricks For Holiday Cooking Success
Cooking during the holidays can be a major source of stress – but it doesn’t have to be. Viewpoints speaks with cookbook author Julia Turshen to get some insider tips & tricks on how to quickly pull together a successful holiday meal with...
16 min
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Culture Crash: Netflix Miniseries Based On True...
We delve into “When They See Us” and “Unbelievable” — both streaming now on Netflix. The two shows take a deeper look into past crimes to uncover how the justice system failed the people behind these stories.
2 min
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Top Dog: Helping Senior Dogs Find New Homes
Only one out of every five dogs will finish their life with the family who originally took them home. Top Dog Foundation specifically helps find new homes for senior dogs through a variety of programs. We speak with the founder of the organization,...
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Saving The Bully: Why We So Quickly Condemn ‘Tr...
While many schools have put in place comprehensive anti-bullying campaigns, we still seldom focus on ensuring that the child bullies get the help they need. We still punish troubled kids with harsh detentions, suspensions and from there it escalates...
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Culture Crash: Diving Into The New Movie “Waves”
What it’s like to be a teenager in today’s hyper-competitive, tech-driven world? Trey Edward Shult’s new movie follows the dizzying lives of two teenagers as they navigate the sometimes-insurmountable pressures of youth hood.
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Inside Look: The Double Lives of Doctors
Producer Annie Krall spoke with Dr. Thomas Oden and Dr. James Webb who have both made side careers for themselves outside of medicine and in the recording booth.
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The Panama Canal: An Engineering Mammoth & Its ...
The Panama Canal was one of the most treacherous builds in modern history. In the late 1800's, the French took on the project and failed. Then, the U.S. took over its construction with a new plan in 1904. The man-made waterway spanning 51 miles took...
12 min
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What Can We Learn From How Other Cultures Appro...
Have you other wondered how children in other countries are taught? What are classrooms like? How are teachers educated? Class sizes? Teru Clavel, education expert and author, lived abroad and enrolled her three children in local schools to see the...
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Culture Crash: Exploring HBO’s “Watchmen”
The new series stands apart from other superhero shows while also staying true to the original “Watchmen” graphic novel written by Alan Moore. We discuss the first season that’s now streaming on HBO.
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Then & Now: Fashion Guru Carolyn Becker
This is Then & Now with Amirah Zaveri & Annie Krall. We talk to a new guest each episode about what's changed in the industry they're in. This week we speak with Carolyn Becker, a thrift influence who goes by the name Petite Punk online....
12 min
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A Life Undone: Falling Victim To Identity Theft
What would it be like to feel crippled by identity theft for most of your young adult life? Axton Betz-Hamilton shares her surprising identity theft story and how she’s now helping others in a similar boat.
13 min
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The Double Lives Of Doctors
Everyone needs some kind of creative outlet. For two practicing doctors, they’ve turned their respective interests into separate and successful side careers. Viewpoints’ speaks with each about the stressors of working in the medical field and how...
11 min
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Culture Crash: Exploring Hulu’s “Castle Rock”
Season two of “Castle Rock” is now streaming on Hulu. The Stephen King-inspired show is full of spooky plotlines and a diverse mix of characters – but is it worth the watch?
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Young Adults & Animals: The Similarities They S...
Being a teenager is tough these days – and being a parent to a teenager can be even be tougher sometimes. Over the last five years, two researchers, who are parents themselves, traveled across the world to observe several wild animal species and the...
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Documenting A Presidency: Insights From An Obam...
What would it be like to photograph a sitting president? Viewpoints Radio speaks with Lawrence Jackson who was an official White House photographer during the eight-year Obama administration. Through his position, he intimately witnessed every angle...
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Culture Crash: The Joys of ‘Junk Food TV’
Sometimes you want to watch an expertly written and produced hour of television with central themes and a commentary on modern life - and sometimes, you just want to shut your brain off and watch something easy. This is about those latter experiences.
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