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Viewpoints Radio

Award-winning reporting on current issues, featuring America’s leading experts.

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Listen to Viewpoints Radio 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 Viewpoints Explained, and 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, and Ebony McMorris. Written & Produced by Evan Rook, Polly Hansen, and Amirah Zaveri. New shows posted each weekly. Subscribe, listen, rate and review (see all ways to listen).  Also, be sure to follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube for exclusive behind-the-scenes content.

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Leading up to each Viewpoints Radio program, every story is carefully selected and thoroughly researched to provide candid insight from the nation’s foremost experts. Through skillful copywriting and masterful studio production, the one-of-a-kind show covers timely topics aired to millions of listeners each week.

Raising Kids Once The Marriage Is Over

March 8, 2026 by VPR Producer

Raising kids in two homes isn’t just about splitting weekends. It’s about keeping communication steady and conflict low. We look at how separated parents can create real stability for their children, even when there’s a lot of uncertainty and the family dynamic have permanently shifted.

The Pipeline To Power: How Historically Black Colleges Shape Leaders

March 8, 2026 by VPR Producer

For nearly two centuries, HBCU’s have been launchpads, shaping generations of Black leaders and strengthening entire industries. Even today, as these universities produce an outsized share of doctors, judges and engineers, they’re still pushing back against funding gaps and outdated narratives in America.

The Quiet Disappearance Of Teen Jobs

February 28, 2026 by VPR Producer

We cover why the classic after-school job is steadily disappearing, as automation, economic pressure and increased competition edge teens out of the workforce. Experts explain what’s driving the shift and why it matters beyond just a summer paycheck.

Culture Crash

A weekly update on what’s new in American entertainment. Short and to the point, each Culture Crash episode focuses on a singular topic within TV, movies, music or books and breaks it down for listeners.

Culture Crash: Charlie XCX: From Pop Princess To Gothic Queen

March 8, 2026 by VPR Producer

After a culture-defining pop explosion, Charli XCX shifts gears in a bold new direction swapping neon dance floors for something darker. We review her latest drop.

Culture Crash: Why “Industry” Is HBO’s Quiet Hit

February 28, 2026 by VPR Producer

HBO’s Industry has quietly evolved from cult finance series into one of the sharpest drama shows on TV. Season 4 of the show is now streaming.

Culture Crash: The Internet’s Favorite Song Isn’t On Streaming

February 21, 2026 by VPR Producer

A bonus track no one can officially stream has become one of the internet’s most emotional anthems thanks to Tik Tok. We look at Twenty-One Pilots new hit single and why its drawn in millions.

Education

Strings Attached: The Inequities Still Shaping Classical Music Today

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

Viewpoints Explained: Afghanistan, Four Years On: What’s Left For Women Under Taliban Rule?

Harvard University Vs. President Donald Trump: Inside The Upheaval In Higher Education

History

Where Killers Lurked: The Pacific Northwest’s Deadly History

Erased: The Untold Story Of Native Children In U.S. Boarding Schools

A Life In Chess: Susan Polgar’s Groundbreaking Journey

The Polyester Trap: How Fashion Became Disposable

Science & Technology

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

The Living Night: Uncovering Nature’s Hidden Third Shift

The Wellness Boom: Hope, Hype And Hard Truths

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

Movies

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

Culture Crash: Finally – A Superman Worth Believing In

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

Culture Crash: James Gunn’s Superman: The Hero The DC Universe Desperately Needs

Economics & Finance

Private Equity 101: How Takeovers Are Reshaping America

From Sunrise To Last Call: The Women Behind The Counter

Why More Retirees Are Choosing This Option

How A Single Mother In Boston Sparked A Political Empire

Environment & Climate Change

Why Are All Major U.S. Cities Sinking?

Burning Year-Round: The New Reality Of Firefighting In America

Viewpoints Explained: Sinking Cities: What’s Causing The Ground To Drop

Viewpoints Explained: The Secret Timing Of Cicadas

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