Cannabis: A Complicated History
Human use of cannabis dates back to tens of thousands of years ago. And the drug wasn’t just used in medicinal or recreational settings, …
Falling Through A Cloud: Living With Cognitive Decline
World-renowned flutist and CBS correspondent Eugenia Zukerman was diagnosed with dementia and Alzheimer’s three years ago. She details …
Culture Crash: Passing the Time During This Period of ‘Social Distancing’
We discuss some of the best selections now streaming on Netflix as millions turn to movies right now for evening entertainment.
The Wonders of Removing Clothing Clutter
Ever feel like each morning you look at your closet, and despite the large number of clothes, never really have anything to wear? This …
The Resurgence of Hand Embroidery: Craftivism Through Cross-Stitching
In a moment where many are practicing ‘social distancing’, it can be a good opportunity to put down your phones and pick up a …
Culture Crash: The New Sci-Fi Mystery Series “Devs”
Devs has only released a handful of episodes on Hulu so far, but the sci-fi thriller has already generated a lot of buzz for its …
What You Didn’t Know About America’s Founding Father
The white hair, rosy cheeks and stark complexion are what we often picture when we think of our first president. But behind his looks …
Getting Things Done: Hints On How To Do It Better (2020)
Does it ever seem like the more you try to finish, the less you accomplish? It may be that you’re expending too much energy on …
Culture Crash: The Appeal of Mystery Movies
From the classic 1985 film, Clue to the more recent release, Knives Out, the mystery genre can be just the right pick-me-up when you …
From Glossier To Warby Parker: Startups That Are Redefining the Retail Game (2020)
If you take a look at some of the newer brands that are shaking up retail – from Dollar Shave Club to Casper – all of these ideas are …
Move Over Albert: Uncovering Female Science Geniuses of the Past
What exactly classifies a person as a genius? Are there biological differences between male and female geniuses? Viewpoints’ explores …
Culture Crash: The Beauty of “Better Call Saul”
Better Call Saul is the show we never knew we needed after the hit show Breaking Bad came to a close. Season 5 of the show is now airing …
Body-Worn Cameras: Is Fast-Changing Tech Leading to Better Policing?
Today, body-worn cameras are a mainstay in many police departments across the country. While the new technology increases transparency, …
The Role of Companies in Protecting the Planet’s Biodiversity
One million animal and plant species now face the threat of extinction. As more than 80 percent of all global biodiversity lives on …
Culture Crash: The Endless Twists in NBC’s This Is Us
The hit drama, This Is Us has led its viewers down a puzzling, sometimes draining series of twists and turns throughout the last four …