Culture Crash: The Female Singers Expanding American Pop
As pop women continue to dominate, we highlight some other artists we think are worth adding to the mix.
Viewpoints Explained: The Mistake No Parent Thinks They’ll Ever Make
For a child, a parked car can become dangerous in just minutes during the summertime. We explain why the best prevention often comes …
“Am I Too Invested?”: The Emotional Rollercoaster Of Youth Sports
The world of youth sports can be incredibly taxing. Strenuous practices, hefty investments and increasingly selective teams can add up …
Born Into Slavery: Stark Portraits Of The Four Million Enslaved In The 1800’s
Imagine being born into slavery in the South. You don’t have a dime to your name, don’t have any education and all you know are the …
Culture Crash: How Backrooms Turned An Internet Nightmare Into A Hit Movie
What started as a single eerie image online has become a full-fledged horror phenomenon. This week - we review the breakout movie hit …
Viewpoints Explained: The Mental Health Warning Signs We Overlook In Men
Men account for nearly 80 percent of suicide deaths in America. We look at the crisis behind the numbers.
No Driver, No Problem: Inside The Rise Of Waymo
Driverless cars are no longer a futuristic experiment but are already picking up passengers in cities across the country. We look at how …
After Miranda: One Mother’s Journey Living With Loss
After the sudden death of her daughter, journalist Danielle Crittenden found herself questioning nearly everything she thought she knew …
Culture Crash: “Breaking Bad” & The Lost Art Of The Great Ending
We revisit Breaking Bad and why its final season still feels so sharp years later.
Viewpoints Explained: Why Couples Therapy Isn’t Just For Crisis Anymore
Some couples are starting therapy before there’s a crisis, using it to find out what they really need to know before committing to a …
The New Rules Of Political Comedy
Political comedy used to feel like a shared national pressure valve, but it feels far more fractured now. This story looks at how satire …
Why Plastic Keeps Winning Even When We Want Less
Plastic may feel like a problem of personal habits, but this story pulls the lens back to the industry that keeps making more of it. …
Culture Crash: From Viral Videos To Box Office Horror
We discuss how online comedians and YouTube creators are turning built-in fanbases into box office success.
Viewpoints Explained: Why Venus Doesn’t Look Its Age
Venus looks almost frozen in time, but scientists say the planet may be quietly remaking itself. New research suggests volcanic activity …
The Hidden Forces Behind The Words We Use
Words like “rizz” and “unalive” may sound like internet throwaways, but they demonstrate how quickly social media is reshaping language. …
Building More, But Building Better?
What if the best building practices go against the urban norm? This week, we look at how architects and developers are rethinking modern …
