Viewpoints

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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• Viewpoints Explained: The Race To Improve Cancer Screening And Detection

  Wednesday, August 27, 2025

  3 minutes

  Researchers are utilizing the latest in artificial intelligence to see if it could be a key partner in helping to improve the speed, accuracy, and reliability of catching cancer early. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-the-race-to-improve-cancer-screening-and-detection Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Culture Crash: “Barbarian” Film Director Zach Cregger Does It Again With "Weapons"

  Wednesday, August 27, 2025

  4 minutes

  We review the new horror film, “Weapons” directed by Zach Cregger and starring Ozark alum Julia Garner, Oppenheimer standout Aldren Ehrenreich and Academy Award nominee Josh Brolin. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-barbarian-film-director-zach-cregger-does-it-again-with-weapons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Part 1: Beyond Lesson Plans: How Teachers Navigate Tech, Bullying & A Lack Of Connection In The Classroom | Pop’s Power Shift: From Madonna To Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan And Olivia Rodrigo

  Monday, August 25, 2025

  27 minutes

  Part 1: Beyond Lesson Plans: How Teachers Navigate Tech, Bullying & A Lack Of Connection In The Classroom A new school year is underway, and teachers aren’t just juggling lesson plans, but are navigating a maze of social media drama, tech distractions, and the emotional needs of their many students. This week, in part one of this two-part story, two educators join us to share how they’re navigating the often-invisible challenges that follow kids into the classroom. Pop’s Power Shift: From Madonna To Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan And Olivia Rodrigo Earlier this month, the online an...

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• Pop’s Power Shift: From Madonna To Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan And Olivia Rodrigo

  Sunday, August 24, 2025

  10 minutes

  Earlier this month, the online announcement of Taylor Swift’s twelfth studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl” almost crashed YouTube because millions of Swifties flooded the platform. This week – we cover how female pop stardom has reached record new heights and how early female pop stars like Madonna paved the way for future musicians in this genre. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/pops-power-shift-from-madonna-to-taylor-swift-chappell-roan-and-olivia-rodrigo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Part 1: Beyond Lesson Plans: How Teachers Navigate Tech, Bullying & A Lack Of Connection In The Classroom

  Sunday, August 24, 2025

  10 minutes

  A new school year is underway, and teachers aren’t just juggling lesson plans, but are navigating a maze of social media drama, tech distractions, and the emotional needs of their many students. This week, in part one of this two-part story, two educators join us to share how they’re navigating the often-invisible challenges that follow kids into the classroom. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/part-1-beyond-lesson-plans-how-teachers-navigate-tech-bullying-a-lack-of-connection-in-the-classroom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Viewpoints Explained: The Lifesaving Tip That Could Save You In This Emergency

  Wednesday, August 20, 2025

  4 minutes

  We cover this invisible danger in the water – and what you should (and shouldn’t) do if you find yourself quickly getting pulled into this situation. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-the-lifesaving-tip-that-could-save-you-in-this-emergency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Culture Crash: Paramore’s Hayley Williams Is Back With New Music

  Wednesday, August 20, 2025

  3 minutes

  We review the newest album by Paramore’s frontwoman Hayley Williams. Paramore may be an early 2000’s millennial throwback, but Williams keeps it fresh and unexpected with this latest drop. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-paramores-hayley-williams-is-back-with-new-music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Lonelier By Design: The Quiet Decline Of Community Spaces | The Foolproof Way To Find Joy In Cooking Again

  Monday, August 18, 2025

  27 minutes

  Segment 1: Lonelier By Design: The Quiet Decline Of Community Spaces Are you familiar with the term, ‘third place’? These are the local cafes, diners, public parks, park district centers and other places that foster connection and feel accessible and welcoming. Many of us take these areas, and the benefit they bring, for granted. Yet, for many, especially senior citizens and low-income individuals, these spots are a lifeline. Sadly, these places are disappearing across the country as prices rise and people shift their habits. We cover the importance of these hubs and the broad-ranging h...

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• Lonelier By Design: The Quiet Decline Of Community Spaces

  Sunday, August 17, 2025

  11 minutes

  Are you familiar with the term, ‘third place’? These are the local cafes, diners, public parks, park district centers and other places that foster connection and feel accessible and welcoming. Many of us take these areas, and the benefit they bring, for granted. Yet, for many, especially senior citizens and low-income individuals, these spots are a lifeline. Sadly, these places are disappearing across the country as prices rise and people shift their habits. We cover the importance of these hubs and the broad-ranging health impacts and consequences without them. Learn More: https://viewpo...

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• The Foolproof Way To Find Joy In Cooking Again

  Sunday, August 17, 2025

  9 minutes

  Most people would agree that eating out and staying in are two very different experiences. Chef and cookbook author Alison Roman explains that being able to have people over and cooking for people you love provides a different way to spend your time and money. We speak with Roman about how to simplify this process, choose recipes that lead you to success and don’t leave you confused and overwhelmed. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/the-foolproof-way-to-find-joy-in-cooking-again Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Viewpoints Explained: Why It’s Getting Harder To Just Hang Out

  Wednesday, August 13, 2025

  3 minutes

  Third spaces like libraries and parks are disappearing, and with them, the everyday connections that reduce social isolation. It’s a quiet shift with wide-reaching effects on health, equity, and daily life in the U.S. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-why-its-getting-harder-to-just-hang-out Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Culture Crash: From Kurosawa Remakes To Stephen King Revivals: The Fall Film Lineup

  Wednesday, August 13, 2025

  4 minutes

  Fall 2025 is shaping up to be a goldmine for film lovers, with new releases from top directors like Spike Lee, Kathryn Bigelow, Paul Thomas Anderson, and the Safdie brothers. We preview the most anticipated movies of 2025 still to come. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-from-kurosawa-remakes-to-stephen-king-revivals-the-fall-film-lineup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Flash Floods: How To Recognize, React And Survive

  Sunday, August 10, 2025

  9 minutes

  Last month’s catastrophic flood in Texas killed over 130 people - a tragedy that experts say could have been prevented with improved physical warning systems and regulated land use. We break down the underestimated danger of flash flooding and what you need to know to survive if you're ever caught in rising water. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/flash-floods-how-to-recognize-react-and-survive Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• From Soft Power To Silence: The Collapse Of USAID

  Sunday, August 10, 2025

  11 minutes

  After more than 60 years of global humanitarian work, the U.S. Agency for International Development has been quietly dismantled, leaving a massive void in aid efforts around the world. This week, we explore what led to the closure, the political forces behind it and why experts warn the ripple effects both at home and abroad could be devastating. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/from-soft-power-to-silence-the-collapse-of-usaid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Viewpoints Explained: Ancient Genes, Modern Labs: The Quest To Revive These Species

  Wednesday, August 6, 2025

  3 minutes

  Scientists are bringing extinct species back to life using cutting-edge genetic engineering, but is resurrecting ancient animals a fascinating innovation or a dangerous human disruption of nature? Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-ancient-genes-modern-labs-the-quest-to-revive-these-species Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Culture Crash: Why “Succession” Will Always Be A Great Rewatch

  Wednesday, August 6, 2025

  4 minutes

  We review the hit HBO show, “Succession” and why this dramatic masterpiece spanning four seasons is worth watching more than once. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-why-succession-will-always-be-a-great-rewatch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Strings Attached: The Inequities Still Shaping Classical Music Today

  Sunday, August 3, 2025

  13 minutes

  Despite big efforts in recent years to boost diversity in classical music, the genre is still exceedingly difficult to break into. According to an industry wide study conducted last year by the League of American Orchestras, African Americans made up just 2 percent of professional orchestras nationwide. Violinist and educator Brendan Slocumb and activist Afa Dworkin discuss what's holding the industry back and how improved early access music programs in public schools are vital to creating opportunity for historically excluded populations. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/strings-at...

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• The Living Night: Uncovering Nature’s Hidden Third Shift

  Sunday, August 3, 2025

  9 minutes

  While towns and cities sleep, a bustling animal world emerges. This week – we explore the hidden nighttime lives of urban wildlife - from foxes in Berlin to possums in American backyards – and cover why it's essential to appreciate and protect these often-unseen creatures that we share our world with. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/the-living-night-uncovering-natures-hidden-third-shift Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Culture Crash: Finally – A Superman Worth Believing In

  Wednesday, July 30, 2025

  4 minutes

  After a decade of misfires, DC’s latest Superman reboot, directed by James Gunn, delivers a hopeful, heroic take on Clark Kent. We review the latest Superman film now in theatres. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-finally-a-superman-worth-believing-in Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Viewpoints Explained: Is Society Ready For Fewer Babies?

  Wednesday, July 30, 2025

  4 minutes

  Around the world, birth rates are plunging as young adults prioritize careers, grapple with rising living costs, and confront an uncertain future. As populations shrink, economies face tough questions about how to adapt to these changing trends. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-is-society-ready-for-fewer-babies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• The Wellness Boom: Hope, Hype And Hard Truths

  Sunday, July 27, 2025

  8 minutes

  The wellness industry is booming, but how much is genuine, and how much is simply clever marketing? Journalist Hayley Krischer joins us to unpack the murky world of viral wellness trends and how millions have gotten sucked into this cycle of continuous buying. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/the-wellness-boom-hope-hype-and-hard-truths Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Private Equity 101: How Takeovers Are Reshaping America

  Sunday, July 27, 2025

  11 minutes

  Private equity sounds like distant Wall Street jargon, but it’s reshaping the very fabric of daily American life from hospitals and pharmacies to brands that play a vital role in communities. This week - We cover how exactly a private equity firm works and the hidden drivers behind these corporate takeovers. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/private-equity-101-how-takeovers-are-reshaping-america Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Viewpoints Explained: Closing The Digital Divide One Classroom At A Time

  Wednesday, July 23, 2025

  3 minutes

  Across America, millions of students in lower-income areas lack daily access to the internet and other software, leaving them behind in a digital-first world. We highlight Ed Farm - an innovative nonprofit that’s working to boost these communities. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-closing-the-digital-divide-one-classroom-at-a-time Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Culture Crash: Enjoy A Good Scare? Our Take On “28 Years Later”

  Wednesday, July 23, 2025

  4 minutes

  We review the recent horror film, “28 Years Later”. For the past year, it’s been a highly anticipated release, but is the new movie overhyped or well deserving of the attention? Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-enjoy-a-good-scare-our-take-on-28-years-later Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Where Killers Lurked: The Pacific Northwest’s Deadly History

  Sunday, July 20, 2025

  11 minutes

  In the 1970s and 80s, the serene beauty of the Pacific Northwest became the unlikely backdrop for some of America’s most notorious serial killers. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Caroline Fraser, who grew up near Ted Bundy’s hunting grounds, revisits this dark chapter to dig deeper into why this region became a hotspot for violent crime. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/where-killers-lurked-the-pacific-northwests-deadly-history Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• From Sunrise To Last Call: The Women Behind The Counter

  Sunday, July 20, 2025

  9 minutes

  Diners are an American staple. It’s where you stop for a piece of pie and a cup of coffee from coast to coast. But small, mom and pop diners are slowly disappearing to larger chains. We uncover how old-school waitresses at these are key to communities and what it’s like being in this industry for 40, 50 or 60+ years. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/from-sunrise-to-last-call-the-women-behind-the-counter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Viewpoints Explained: New Questions Emerge Around Spacex And Nasa’s Mission To Mars

  Wednesday, July 16, 2025

  3 minutes

  Are humans capable of withstanding the lengthy trip to Mars? We cover the scientific research that’s shedding some doubt on future human missions to the far away planet. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-new-questions-emerge-around-spacex-and-nasas-mission-to-mars Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Culture Crash: Yes, “The Bear” Is Still That Good

  Wednesday, July 16, 2025

  4 minutes

  The Bear’s fourth season dials down the frenzy and leans into reflection, giving its characters—and viewers—more room to breathe. We offer our review of the latest season of the hit show. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-yes-the-bear-is-still-that-good Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Why More Retirees Are Choosing This Option

  Sunday, July 13, 2025

  10 minutes

  As inflation and housing costs rise across the U.S., a growing number of retirees are looking beyond the border for a more affordable lifestyle. We speak with a couple enjoying their retirement in Ecuador, and a longtime expat who made the move more than two decades ago. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/why-more-retirees-are-choosing-this-option Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Why Are All Major U.S. Cities Sinking?

  Sunday, July 13, 2025

  10 minutes

  Across the U.S. and around the world, major cities are slowly sinking. This phenomenon—called land subsidence—is driven by groundwater overuse, rapid urban development and is intensified by climate change. In this segment, experts Tom Parsons and Pietro Teatini break down what’s causing the ground to drop, why it’s happening faster in some places than others, and what can be done to slow or manage the damage before it’s too late. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/why-are-all-major-u-s-cities-sinking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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