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: Why We Love These Sci-Fi Features
We highlight some of our favorite sci-fi blockbusters.
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Viewpoints Explained: Which Country Is Ranked #...
Where does the U.S. rank? Surprise – we’re far below the Top 10.
1 min
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Why Mastering This Trait Can Come In Handy Duri...
In a world built to distract, A. Kendra Greene makes the case for wonder as a form of resistance.
7 min
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What’s Behind The Madness?
We unpack the history, psychology, and spectacle of March Madness
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Viewpoints Explained: What Is Signal? The App E...
We breakdown how Signal is different than other messaging apps and why this incident shouldn’t be downplayed.
1 min
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Culture Crash: Why We Miss Watching Our Favorit...
For Evan, having physical copies is more than just nostalgia – it improves the entire viewing experience.
2 min
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Kitchen Innovation: The Debate Over Lab Vs. Lan...
Journalist and author Chase Purdy joins us to share his insights into the world of cell-cultured meat.
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From Academia To All-In: One Woman’s High-Stake...
We speak with Maria Konnikova about the psychology behind the game and her quick rise from poker novice to professional.
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Viewpoints Explained: The Origins Of April Fool...
We cover the ancient origins of April Fools Day and its evolution over the years.
1 min
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Culture Crash: The Releases We’re Counting Down...
We cover some of the most anticipated film releases coming down the pipeline this year.
2 min
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Exploring The Unknown: Skiing Five Hundred Mile...
Kagge offers a rare glimpse into one of Earth’s last great frontiers.
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What’s Fueling The Conflict & The War In The Co...
Historian Pedro Monaville and U.N. human rights expert Mary Lawlor unravel the hidden forces driving the violence and the struggle to obtain peace.
9 min
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Viewpoints Explained: Canada’s New Leader Mark ...
Canada’s new prime minister Mark Carney has relatively little experience in politics but has already made quite a splash, vowing to stand up for Canada against threats from the U.S. to its sovereignty and economy.
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Culture Crash: Lady Gaga Is Back: A Review Of H...
Musician, producer, actress. Lady Gaga is a woman of many talents, but is her latest musical album an extension of this success or is it yet another pop album?
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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”.
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