Episodes
We discuss a new release on Netflix that had its fair share of production disruptions over the last few years. However, now that it’s out, it’s jumped to the top of Netflix lists and, in our eyes, is a great drama to watch on a night in.
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If you’re single, on dating apps and frustrated, you’re not alone. We cover the confusing world of forming connections online.
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Despite the prison population dipping after the pandemic, these numbers have once again risen, and the U.S. still holds the title of having the largest prison population in the world. At any given time, about 8 percent of this population is locked up in solitary confinement with little to no interaction, no sunlight and nothing to do but sit in idleness. We speak with two criminal justice experts about the lasting mental and physical effects of solitary confinement and the mental health crisis plaguing prisons.
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There’s nothing quite like comics. The art of illustration mixed with text takes on many forms, including comic strips, books, graphic novels and more. Columbia University professor and author of American Comics: A History Jeremy Dauber joins us this week to help highlight the interesting history of comics and how it’s evolved into a multi-billion-dollar industry.
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Linkin Park was one of the bands that defined the 2000’s. If you’re a millennial or older, remember singing along to “Numb” or “In the End”? Well, the alt rock band is back this fall and the hype is real.
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We cover how this app is quickly becoming a dominant news platform. But do you trust what you see on TikTok?
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Currently, only about 40 percent of students in the U.S. take a personal finance course before graduation. This means that most teenagers leave high school knowing little about saving, spending, student loans and how to do basic adult tasks like filing taxes. This week, We cover the push to change education legislation so more school curriculums incorporate a standalone financial literacy class.
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Gun violence was the leading cause of death for children and teens in 2022, according to a recent report by the Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions. In whole, more than 48,000 people died from guns that year. Despite increased awareness, gun violence persists in the U.S. as a leading a public health issue. This week – We speak with two people who have become part of the solution and are helping to curb gun-related deaths in their respective communities.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Season 3 of the HBO show, “Industry” just dropped. We cover why it’s worth the watch.
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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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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 portrayals?
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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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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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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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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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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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In our eyes, you can never go wrong when Jake Gyllenhaal is the lead in a show or film. But in all seriousness, we cover why you shouldn’t miss the limited series, “Presumed Innocent” now streaming on Apple TV+.
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Research has shown that a diet full of ultra processed foods is linked to higher rates of cognitive decline and stroke, among other health issues. We cover how you can spot these items and swap them out for healthier options.
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