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Viewpoints Radio

Marty Peterson, Gary Price, Evan Rook, Ebony McMorris | AURN

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

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3:10

Culture Crash: Why “Black Mirror” Is Unlike Anything...

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2025/05/07

With the newest season of “Black Mirror” now out on Netflix, we look back on some of our favorite episodes from past seasons and why the show is a modern masterpiece, exposing the often-unsettling relationship between humanity and technology. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-why-black-mirror-is-unlike-anything-else-on-tv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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3:24

Viewpoints Explained: Inside The Conclave: The Hidden...

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2025/05/07

As the world waits for the election of a new pope, few understand the ancient, secretive ritual behind it. From handwritten ballots to color-coded smoke, the conclave operates under centuries of storied tradition.Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-inside-the-conclave-the-hidden-rules-of-electing-a-pope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:43

The Polyester Trap: How Fashion Became Disposable

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2025/05/04

Our closets are overflowing, but real clothing—the kind built to last—has almost disappeared. Author and fashion expert Sofi Thanhauser unravels how the industry traded craftsmanship and quality for maximum profits.Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/the-polyester-trap-how-fashion-became-disposable Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:11

What Happened To Marriage?

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2025/05/04

Today, almost 40 percent of American adults aged 25 to 54 are unpartnered—a major shift from just a generation ago, according to a 2021 Pew Research Center analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data. As marriage rates fall, researchers are exploring how economic independence, shifting cultural values and a rethinking of adulthood itself are reshaping what commitment looks like. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/what-happened-to-marriage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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23:13

Podcast Exclusive: A Conversation with Death Penalty...

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2025/05/02

Viewpoints producer Polly Hansen speaks with Gianna Toboni -- an expert on the U.S. prison system and its death penalty policies. Toboni is a journalist, filmmaker and author of the new book, The Volunteer: The Failure of the Death Penalty in America and One Inmate's Quest to Die with Dignity. This is a behind-the-scenes, extended listen of the full interview that was originally recorded for the Viewpoints segment, "Execution by Firing Squad: A New Option Within a Broken Prison System". Learn more

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3:07

Culture Crash: 30 Years. 7 Movies. One Tom Cruise. Is...

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2025/04/30

The eighth movie in the “Mission: Impossible” series is set to hit theaters on May 23. We cover the evolution of this blockbuster action franchise spanning almost three decades. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-30-years-7-movies-one-tom-cruise-is-mission-impossible-the-final-reckoning-the-last-chapter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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2:57

Viewpoints Explained: Can We Revive Extinct Species?...

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2025/04/30

Scientists have brought three unusual wolf pups into the world using DNA that hasn’t walked the Earth in tens of thousands of years. Could this be the beginning of a new era in conservation, or is it a step too far? Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-can-we-revive-extinct-species-scientists-say-maybe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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9:51

An Architectural Rebirth: A City Rising From The Ashes

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2025/04/27

More than 150 years later, the Great Chicago Fire still shapes the bustling Midwestern city we know today. Historian Julius L. Jones walks us through how a combination of dry weather, wooden construction, and miscommunication led to one of the most destructive urban fires in U.S. history.Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/an-architectural-rebirth-a-city-rising-from-the-ashes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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9:31

Execution By Firing Squad: A New Option Within A...

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2025/04/27

As states like South Carolina bring back the firing squad, a once-archaic method of execution is making a quiet return. We explore what’s driving this shift, and why some inmates, like Scott Dozier, saw it as a more humane option than lethal injection. This segment explores the ethical and logistical cracks in America’s capital punishment system — and what the rise of the firing squad says about where we’re headed. Learn More:

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3:26

Culture Crash: An Instant Hit: Our Takeaways From...

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2025/04/23

We cover the cinematic and unique brilliance of the new show, “Adolescence”. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-an-instant-hit-our-takeaways-from-netflixs-adolescence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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3:10

Viewpoints Explained: This Policy Change Could...

Viewpoints Radio ·

2025/04/23

Many small business owners are bracing for higher costs soon due to tariffs. What lies ahead for communities and residents who rely on these local shops? Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-this-policy-change-could-reshape-your-neighborhood-heres-why Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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9:39

From Juvie To Prison: Is Rehabilitation Possible...

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2025/04/20

Can a teen who commits murder ever truly be rehabilitated? Journalist Claudia Rowe shares the story of 16—year-old Maryanne Atkins and how a Washington state law gave her a second chance—offering therapy, stability, and education instead of adult prison. As more states rethink youth sentencing, we explore the benefits of real rehabilitation instead of being thrust into a justice system built around punishment.Learn More:

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9:09

Nowhere Left To Run: Surviving The New Reality Of...

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2025/04/20

As climate disasters become more frequent and less predictable, the idea of relocating to a “safe” place is a far-fetched solution. Environmental policy experts Anna Weber and Kiara Rutherford discuss how extreme weather is reshaping where—and how—we live, and why the time for coordinated, equity-focused climate action is now. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/nowhere-left-to-run-surviving-the-new-reality-of-climate-change Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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3:01

Culture Crash: Why We Love These Sci-Fi Features

Viewpoints Radio ·

2025/04/16

We highlight some of our favorite sci-fi blockbusters. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-why-we-love-these-sci-fi-features Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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2:43

Viewpoints Explained: Which Country Is Ranked #1 As...

Viewpoints Radio ·

2025/04/16

We cover who are the happiest citizens on earth, according to the annual study, The World Happiness Report published by the University of Oxford. Also, where does the U.S. rank? Surprise – we’re far below the Top 10. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-which-country-is-ranked-1-as-the-happiest-in-the-world-where-does-the-u-s-fall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:53

Why Mastering This Trait Can Come In Handy During...

Viewpoints Radio ·

2025/04/13

Curiosity won’t pay your bills, but it might just keep you sane when it feels like everything’s falling apart. Writer A. Kendra Greene explores how tuning into life’s overlooked details help calm all the chaos. In a world built to distract, she makes the case for wonder as a form of resistance.Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/why-mastering-this-trait-can-come-in-handy-during-stressful-times Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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10:50

What’s Behind The Madness?

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2025/04/13

What started as a second-tier basketball tournament is now a national obsession. We unpack the history, psychology, and spectacle of March Madness — from busted brackets and Cinderella runs to rising stars in women’s basketball shifting the spotlight. It’s chaos by design, and superfans wouldn’t have it any other way. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/whats-behind-the-madness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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2:59

Viewpoints Explained: What Is Signal? The App...

Viewpoints Radio ·

2025/04/09

Last month, a prominent journalist was accidentally added to a group chat on Signal where national security officials were discussing classified information about an upcoming airstrike attack. We breakdown how Signal is different than other messaging apps and why this incident shouldn’t be downplayed. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-what-is-signal-the-app-embroiled-in-controversy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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3:33

Culture Crash: Why We Miss Watching Our Favorite...

Viewpoints Radio ·

2025/04/09

In the era of streaming, Culture Crash host Evan Rook explains why he misses watching films on DVD. For him, having physical copies is more than just nostalgia – it improves the entire viewing experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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9:57

From Academia To All-In: One Woman’s High-Stakes...

Viewpoints Radio ·

2025/04/06

What happens when a Harvard grad with a Ph.D. in psychology reinvents herself at the poker table? Maria Konnikova went from academia to all-in, learning that poker isn’t just about cards — it’s about mastering your mind and knowing when to bluff big. We speak with her about the psychology behind the game and her quick rise from poker novice to professional. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/from-academia-to-all-in-one-womans-high-stakes-poker-journey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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