Viewpoints Radio
Award-winning reporting on current issues featuring America's leading experts.
Before becoming Executive Producer of both shows, Amirah attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (Go Illini!) and earned a degree in broadcast journalism…
Executive Producer
We speak with two conspiracy experts about how these stories arise, why they’re so pervasive online and how artificial intelligence can make these narratives more difficult to detect.
We speak with longtime career consultant Sheila Nielsen to explore the invisible barriers in today’s hiring landscape and the strategy that can get you in the door and at the interview table.
As competition rises and consumer habits shift, what’s at stake for patients who rely on these physical locations?
Grandmaster Susan Polgar’s rose through ridicule to become the first woman to earn the Grandmaster title on equal terms. Now, she’s passing the torch to a new wave of champions.
From handwritten ballots to color-coded smoke, the conclave operates under centuries of storied tradition.
Author and fashion expert Sofi Thanhauser unravels how the industry traded craftsmanship and quality for maximum profits.
Could this be the beginning of a new era in conservation, or is it a step too far?
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.
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?
Where does the U.S. rank? Surprise – we’re far below the Top 10.
We breakdown how Signal is different than other messaging apps and why this incident shouldn’t be downplayed.
Journalist and author Chase Purdy joins us to share his insights into the world of cell-cultured meat.
We speak with Maria Konnikova about the psychology behind the game and her quick rise from poker novice to professional.
We cover the ancient origins of April Fools Day and its evolution over the years.
Historian Pedro Monaville and U.N. human rights expert Mary Lawlor unravel the hidden forces driving the violence and the struggle to obtain peace.
Canada’s new prime minister Mark Carney has relatively little experience in politics but has already made quite a splash, vowing to stand up for Canada against threats from the U.S. to its sovereignty and economy.
We speak with mass transit expert Steven Beaucher about the first subway system built in Boston and the state of mass transportation agencies today amid budget cuts.
We talk about this growing trend and what partners dig into during these pre-wedding sessions.
As legal battles unfold and DOGE continues these reductions, the question remains: Is this about efficiency, or is something bigger at play?
Spring and summer are just around the corner, marking the busiest months for U.S. national parks. But with recent layoffs by the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, many are worried about the gaps in staffing this year.
We speak with Tyler Maroney – a journalist turned private eye about the evolution of the trade and the role tech-savvy investigators play in influencing and providing transparency to governments, corporate entities and other sectors.
We cover why prices remain stubbornly high and if there’s any relief headed our way.
We speak with parenting expert Vered Benhorin about how to form a deeper, more present relationship with your child and enjoy the mundane activities and play you do as a parent.
Now that he’s in office, we cover both sides of the debate surrounding this possible new initiative.
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