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The New Rules Of Political Comedy

• Political comedy used to feel like a shared national pressure valve, but it feels far more fractured now. This story looks at how satire is changing in Trump’s second term and why the freedom to mock people in power still matters beyond the punchline.

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• Patrick Giamario, Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro
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Some couples are starting therapy before there’s a crisis, using it to find out what they really need to know before committing to a lifetime together. 

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Why Plastic Keeps Winning Even When We Want Less

• Plastic may feel like a problem of personal habits, but this story pulls the lens back to the industry that keeps making more of it. Journalist Beth Gardiner explains how disposable plastic became one of Big Oil’s biggest future bets and why so much of the cost lands far from the companies that profit from it.

Guest: Beth Gardiner, journalist, author, Plastic Inc: T...

Culture Crash: From Viral Videos To Box Office Horror

• We discuss how online comedians and YouTube creators are turning built-in fanbases into box office success.

Host and Producer:  Evan Rook

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Viewpoints Explained: Why Venus Doesn’t Look Its Age

• Venus looks almost frozen in time, but scientists say the planet may be quietly remaking itself. New research suggests volcanic activity is reshaping its surface from below, giving Earth’s hostile twin an unusually young face.

Host: Ebony McMorris

Producer: Amirah Zaveri

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The Hidden Forces Behind The Words We Use

• Words like “rizz” and “unalive” may sound like internet throwaways, but they demonstrate how quickly social media is reshaping language. We’re joined by linguist Adam Aleksic who breaks down how slang spreads online, why emojis still matter and how algorithms are changing the way we communicate.

Guest: Adam Aleksic, linguist, author of Algospeak: Ho...

Building More, But Building Better?

• What if the best building practices go against the urban norm? This week, we look at how architects and developers are rethinking modern construction through natural materials, healthier spaces and designs that account for their long-term impact on both people and the environment.

Guest: Teresa Coady, architect, founding partner, former president, B+H Bunting Coady, author, Rebui...

Building More, But Building Better?

• What if the best building practices go against the urban norm? This week, we look at how architects and developers are rethinking modern construction through natural materials, healthier spaces and designs that account for their long-term impact on both people and the environment.

Guest: Teresa Coady, architect, founding partner, former president, B+H Bunting Coady, author, Rebui...

No Shade, No Standard: America’s Heat Safety Gap

• As extreme heat intensifies, outdoor and factory workers are facing risks their jobs were never built to handle. With protections still varying by state, advocates are pushing for updated national standards on shade, water, rest and retaliation-free reporting.

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• Pamela Walaski, president, Board of Directors of the American Society of Safety Profess...

Culture Crash: Are Movie Franchises Killing Creativity?

• Is the Hollywood ‘franchise machine’ the downfall of great movies? We discuss if directors should balance their blockbuster hits with smaller indie pieces.

Host and Producer:  Evan Rook

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Viewpoints Explained: How Worried Should You Be About Hantavirus?

• Cases of hantavirus are on the rise – is this the start of another pandemic? Here’s everything you need to know about the rare infection.

Host: Ebony McMorris
Producer: Amirah Zaveri

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Money Anxiety: From Family Lessons To The Money Habits We Lean On

• Money decisions are rarely just about math. Financial expert Lev Mandel explains how early family lessons, anxiety and repeated habits can shape the way people view money and approach these conversations, and why understanding those patterns can help build a healthier relationship with finances over time.

Guest: Lev Mandel, financial expert, author, Money...

Money Anxiety: From Family Lessons To The Money Habits We Lean On

• Money decisions are rarely just about math. Financial expert Lev Mandel explains how early family lessons, anxiety and repeated habits can shape the way people view money and approach these conversations, and why understanding those patterns can help build a healthier relationship with finances over time.

Guest: Lev Mandel, financial expert, author, Money...

When Guilt Gets Rebranded As Innocence

• Edgar Smith was convicted of murder, but from prison, he built a powerful case for his own innocence. We speak with writer and author Sarah Weinman about how his story captured public attention and why so many people wanted to believe him.

Guest: Sarah Weinman, writer, author of Scoundrel: How a Convicted Murderer Persuaded the Women Who Loved Him, the Conservative Establishme...

Viewpoints Explained: What To Know Before You Buy Matcha

• Matcha’s rise in the U.S. has turned a centuries-old tea tradition into a café staple and Gen Z favorite. We look at what’s fueling the boom and why not every green latte is the same quality.

Host: Ebony McMorris
Producer: Amirah Zaveri 

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After Live Nation And Ticketmaster’s Trial, Will Concerts Be Cheaper?

• Concert tickets have skyrocketed in recent years, with Live Nation and Ticketmaster facing growing scrutiny over their control of the live music business. We look at the recent antitrust verdict against the companies and what it could mean for artists, independent venues and millions of fans across the U.S.

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• Randy Nichols, art...

Culture Crash: Christopher Nolan Takes On The Odyssey

• Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is already stirring debate over how ancient stories should sound on screen. We review his latest Hollywood blockbuster.

Host and Producer:  Evan Rook

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When Guilt Gets Rebranded As Innocence

• Edgar Smith was convicted of murder, but from prison, he built a powerful case for his own innocence. We speak with writer and author Sarah Weinman about how his story captured public attention and why so many people wanted to believe him.

Guest: Sarah Weinman, writer, author of Scoundrel: How a Convicted Murderer Persuaded the Women Who Loved Him, the Conservative Establishme...