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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September 18, 2024 • 3 mins
There’s been nine movies in the ‘Alien” franchise, with the first film dating back to 1979. We cover the ninth and newest installment, “Alien: Romulus”.
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September 18, 2024 • 2 mins
Speed eater Joey Chestnut just broke his own world record recently, devouring 83 hot dogs in just 10 minutes. This week – we cover the science behind how these competitive eaters manage to defy their stomach’s limits.
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September 15, 2024 • 12 mins
It wasn’t until the early 20th century that refrigerators for home use came onto the market. Before this, how did everyone keep their food fresh and safe for consumption? Even after the fridge was invented, there was still a lot of skepticism and fear around the new technology. This week – we cover the invention of modern-day refrigeration and new, emerging methods that don’t rely on electricity.
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September 15, 2024 • 10 mins
This November, 41 million young adults who fall into the category of Gen Z will be eligible to cast a ballot in the presidential election. In the 2020 election, this group showed up and voted in record turnout across the country. But – will history repeat itself? We cover how both presidential campaigns are trying to appeal to these voters.
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September 11, 2024 • 3 mins
Remember the band Oasis who swept onto the pop music scene in the 90’s and 2000’s with hit songs like Wonderwall? Even if the name doesn’t ring a bell, you’d be sure to recognize the classic chorus. This week on Culture Crash, we talk about the band’s highly anticipated reunion tour coming in 2025.
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September 11, 2024 • 3 mins
The past several years has been marked by a series of near-misses and tragedies for the aerospace manufacturing company, Boeing. Last month, disaster struck once again as two astronauts found themselves stuck abord the International Space Station in the latest of Boeing’s technical mishaps. This week on Viewpoints Explained, we recap the struggles its faced and what this ‘too big to fail’ company is doing to move forward.
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September 8, 2024 • 11 mins
In 2012, researchers at the University of California-Irvine estimated that the average human’s attention span was around seventy-five seconds. in recent years, this number has dropped to forty-seven seconds. What’s leading to this continuing decline in our attention spans? We speak with one mindfulness expert to get some tips on how people can slow down, increase their focus, and feel less chronically stressed.
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September 8, 2024 • 10 mins
Do you prefer paperback books, or do you like the ease of using an e-reader? We cover the fascinating resurgence in popularity of e-readers post-pandemic and how millions of new readers are joining the fold thanks to new technology and communities.
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September 4, 2024 • 3 mins
The new “Alien” installment is now playing in theatres, but if you’re looking for some nostalgic sci-fi, we recommend these fan favorites.
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September 4, 2024 • 2 mins
Why does everything you look up seem to have a five-star rating these days? This week on Viewpoints Explained, we discuss the widespread use of fake or paid reviews on the internet, and what the government is doing to try and crack down.
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September 1, 2024 • 12 mins
As the 2024 presidential election reaches its final stretch, we highlight some of our past presidents and their accomplishments and failures. What’s a common trait among those who’ve held this role? Which president championed environmental policy? Did you know that former President Donald Trump didn’t invent the infamous slogan, ‘Make America Great Again’?
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September 1, 2024 • 9 mins
From abrupt changes in gravity to galactic cosmic radiation, astronauts face numerous challenges as they push to explore further into the unknown. Dr. Emmanuel Urquieta and Dr. Fred Turek join Viewpoints this week to help us understand some of the large, short and long-term health impacts of spending months or years in orbit.
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August 28, 2024 • 3 mins
Season 3 of the HBO show, “Industry” just dropped. We cover why it’s worth the watch.
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August 28, 2024 • 2 mins
Many companies make cancelling a subscription a tedious and mind-numbing process. We cover how the Federal Trade Commission is cracking down on these deceptive business practices.
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August 25, 2024 • 9 mins
You might’ve seen this social media content on your feed already: Video of a stay-at-home mom and wife crafting an elaborate meal and decorating a spotless house for the upcoming season. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of these kinds of videos online all connected to the ‘Trad Wife’ trend. But what are the deeper impacts of this seemingly simple content? How are young women and girls watching these videos affected by these po...
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August 25, 2024 • 9 mins
There’s been a lot of broken promises the last few years over wiping out student loans. Will there be any actual relief anytime soon? We cover a new policy push from the current administration to cancel millions of dollars in student loans. We also highlight the opposing arguments (both old and new) from critics against student loan cancellation.
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August 21, 2024 • 3 mins
Over the past year, there’s been some great new films revolving around hit men, serial killers and more. We recommend some of our favorites.
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August 21, 2024 • 2 mins
Breaking, more commonly known as breakdancing, made its debut at this year’s summer Olympics in Paris. But is breaking really a pro-sport or more of an artistic expression? We cover how Olympics judges scored these improvised, yet athletic dances.
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August 18, 2024 • 8 mins
A 2023 survey by the business intelligence company, Morning Consult found that 57 percent of Gen-Z’ers would become influencers if given the chance. For more than a decade now, this career has seemed like a straight shot to success and money. But is this dream dead now? Whether it’s Tik Tok, Instagram or YouTube, it seems like there’s an endless stream of new content creators all vying for their shot.
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August 18, 2024 • 10 mins
Today, there are about 1,500 active volcanoes around the globe. Over ten percent are within the U.S. Would you ever travel to see a volcano explosion up close? We cover these magnificent structures, common myths and how people within the danger zone stay safe.
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