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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Culture Crash: Death Rides Again In “Final Dest...
It’s not your typical horror franchise—and that’s exactly the point
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Erased: The Untold Story Of Native Children In ...
We trace the dark hidden history of Native American boarding schools in a post-Civil War America.
7 min
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The Surprising Science Of What We Regret Most
Writer Daniel Pink breaks down the intricacies of this emotion and what so many people get wrong about regret.
9 min
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Culture Crash: Bon Iver Breaks The Pattern In H...
Bon Iver has made heartbreak an art form — but his latest album flips the script in a way that listeners aren’t expecting. We cover how we feel about this newest drop titled, “Sable, Fable”.
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Viewpoints Explained: The Secret Timing Of Cicadas
Last summer, the ground erupted in sound. What caused this rare, deafening phenomenon — and how do cicadas know when it’s time to emerge after several years underground?
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When Therapy Isn’t Enough: How Life Coaches Hel...
We break down makes life coaching different, what to look for in a credible coach, and why self-awareness—not job titles—is the real foundation of a meaningful life.
8 min
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When The Sentence Ends, The Struggle Begins
We dive into the challenges this population faces when reentering society, and how a new wave of “second chance” hiring is creating meaningful change in the workforce.
8 min
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One on One: Author Hayley Campbell delves into ...
From the unseen roles within the industry to why we shy away from corpses
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Culture Crash: Ryan Coogler’s “SINNERS” & The R...
We look at how this ambitious story set in 1930s Mississippi is winning over critics and audiences alike.
2 min
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Viewpoints Explained: Alcatraz: Prison, Museum…...
We explore the history, cost, legal hurdles, and political undertones behind the proposal—and why the idea may not be as straightforward as it sounds.
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Seventeen Years, One Dream: Turning Passion Int...
We explore his journey as a first-time filmmaker and what his path says about creative evolution at any age.
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Headline Stress Disorder Is Real – Are You Stuc...
We explore how the modern media environment is reshaping our mental space, and what happens when it becomes harder to look away than to stay informed.
9 min
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Viewpoints Explained: What Tariffs Are Quietly ...
But this act isn’t a luxury everyone can afford. We cover the ripple effects of incoming tariffs.
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Culture Crash: Why It’s Time To Rethink How You...
We cover the world of audiobooks on this week’s Culture Crash.
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Outsmarting The System: Standing Out In Today’s...
We speak with longtime career consultant Sheila Nielsen to explore the invisible barriers in today’s hiring landscape and the strategy that can get you in the door and at the interview table.
7 min
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Misinformation Nation: Conspiracy Theories In T...
We speak with two conspiracy experts about how these stories arise, why they’re so pervasive online and how artificial intelligence can make these narratives more difficult to detect.
8 min
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Viewpoints Explained: Inside The Struggles Of W...
As competition rises and consumer habits shift, what’s at stake for patients who rely on these physical locations?
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Culture Crash: Why Everyone Should Watch “CONCL...
We offer our review of the blockbuster movie and its depiction of the real-life conclave held in Vatican City.
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Separating Fact From Fiction: The Truth About A...
Experts Kristyn Roth and Dr. Emily Hotez share what the latest science tells us.
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A Life In Chess: Susan Polgar’s Groundbreaking ...
Grandmaster Susan Polgar’s rose through ridicule to become the first woman to earn the Grandmaster title on equal terms. Now, she’s passing the torch to a new wave of champions.
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Viewpoints Explained: Inside The Conclave: The ...
From handwritten ballots to color-coded smoke, the conclave operates under centuries of storied tradition.
2 min
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Culture Crash: Why “Black Mirror” Is Unlike Any...
With the newest season of “Black Mirror” now out on Netflix, we look back on some of our favorite episodes from past seasons and why the show is a modern masterpiece, exposing the often-unsettling relationship between humanity and technology.
2 min
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What Happened To Marriage?
As marriage rates fall, researchers are exploring how economic independence, shifting cultural values and a rethinking of adulthood itself are reshaping what commitment looks like.
10 min
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The Polyester Trap: How Fashion Became Disposable
Author and fashion expert Sofi Thanhauser unravels how the industry traded craftsmanship and quality for maximum profits.
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Podcast Exclusive: A Conversation with Death Pe...
Viewpoints producer Polly Hansen speaks with Gianna Toboni -- an expert on the U.S. prison system and its death penalty policies.
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