The Rise of YouTube
YouTube was created by three friends in 2005 and, shortly after, was sold to Google in 2006 for 1.65 billion dollars. Since then, it’s become the largest video-sharing platform in the world.
Breaking Gendered Roles in the Household
More men and women these days are both working full-time, yet household tasks are still unevenly handled predominantly by women. We sit down with gender expert Kate Mangino about this imbalance.
The Lost World of Shipwrecks
There are an estimated three million shipwrecks lying under the ocean and underground. We speak with author Daniel Stone about these fascinating structures that give us a look into the past.
Conversations About Loss and Death
We speak with a psychiatrist and expert in grief and trauma about how parents, caregivers and adults in general can best have conversations with young people about loss and death.
Public Transportation: Seeing a Resurgence or Running on Empty?
Public transportation took a big hit in ridership and profits during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, as more people are back and relying on these community systems once again, the future is unclear as many municipalities face record challenges.
One Man, Two Paths: Building a Career in the NFL and Applied Mathematics
Before earning his PhD in applied mathematics from MIT, Urschel played college football at Penn State and then went on to play in the NFL with the Baltimore Ravens. This week – we touch on his unique path & what he’s learned along the way.
The Styles That Persist Time & Fast-Fashion Trends
Fashion writer and author of The Ten, Lauren Cochrane joins us this week to highlight some of the most iconic clothes in fashion history and how these pieced shaped American style culture.
An Untold Narrative of Africa & the Modern World
This week – we highlight a lesser-known narrative about how Europe exploited African gold and labor in order to fuel its expansion.
Left in the Dust: Forgotten Blue-Collar U.S. Cities & Towns
Stanford University law professor and author Michelle Wilde Anderson joins us this week to explain why these areas have declined over time and how residents have suffered during this downturn.
Reimagining Beach Tourism Culture
While the all-inclusive resort is an easy pick, it might be worth rethinking this choice. We cover the highly popular global beach tourism industry and the dark side of this foreign tourist-focused culture.
The Cost of More Frequent Weather-Related Disasters
Each year, extreme weather events are becoming more frequent as the climate shifts. We discuss the growing economic toll of these mass destruction events and what can be done to switch course.
Gaining a Greater Understanding of Military Experience
The U.S. is considered to have the world’s strongest military, yet many Americans are disconnected from this subsect of American culture. We speak with two experts about why this is and how the gap can be bridged between civilians and those who serve.
A Parent’s Plight
With the Child Tax Credit coming to an end, many U.S. parents are finding it hard to make ends meet with little help from the government – especially amid rising inflation.
Working In Childcare: The Heavy Cost of Raising Someone Else’s Kids
We speak with two experts about the growing early childcare gap in the U.S. and why bettering the sector starts with valuing these workers more.
Barely Surviving: Making a Living as a Garment Worker
Longtime fashion writer and industry expert Dana Thomas joins us to help us understand the labor and environmental crisis plaguing the fashion industry.
Food, Fine Dining & More: A Conversation With Iliana Regan
We sit down in-person with Iliana Regan to talk about her fine dining career and her struggles with addiction.
The Art of Detecting a Lie
We speak with one interrogation expert about the subtle signs that give people away and how the average person can use these tactics in day-to-day interactions.
Finding Calm Through Coloring
Remember how much fun it was to crack open a new coloring book and crayons when you were a kid? These days, adults are reliving that thrill in massive numbers.
The Environmental Damage Caused By Millions of Littered Cigarettes
It seems like all too often it’s common to see a driver chuck a cigarette butt out the window or throw one on the sidewalk. We speak with expert Thomas Novotny about how this type of littering affects the environment and the wildlife within it.
How To: Getting Into Gardening This Summer
Getting started in gardening can seem overwhelming - especially if you have trouble keeping a solo houseplant alive. But with some research and a small investment, the rewards of tending to a garden are life-long.
Post-Pandemic Travel
Acclaimed TV host and European tour guide Rick Steves joins us this week on Viewpoints to share several traveling tips, including how to get around crowds and stay safe this season.
Jumping Jobs in 2022
In 2021, more than 40 million Americans left their jobs. We analyze how the pandemic changed mindsets on work and discuss some strategies that people who are looking to switch jobs can use.
Supporting U.S. Farmers
With domestic farms declining, America is extremely reliant on foreign shipments. We discuss the many challenges farmers are facing and the barriers to entry in agriculture.
Masking Up Past COVID
Long before the pandemic, millions of people in countries across East Asia were accustomed to wearing a mask when they had a cold, it was peak flu season or just in a crowded space. We speak with two experts about the future of face masks in the U.S.
