Viewpoints Explained: What Tariffs Are Quietly Triggering Across America
We cover the ripple effects of incoming tariffs.
Misinformation Nation: Conspiracy Theories In The Digital Age
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.
Outsmarting The System: Standing Out In Today’s Tough Job Market
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.
Culture Crash: Why Everyone Should Watch “CONCLAVE”
We offer our review of the blockbuster movie and its depiction of the real-life conclave held in Vatican City.
Viewpoints Explained: Inside The Struggles Of Walgreens, CVS, And The Modern Drugstore
As competition rises and consumer habits shift, what’s at stake for patients who rely on these physical locations?
A Life In Chess: Susan Polgar’s Groundbreaking Journey
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.
Separating Fact From Fiction: The Truth About Autism
Experts Kristyn Roth and Dr. Emily Hotez share what the latest science tells us.
Culture Crash: Why “Black Mirror” Is Unlike Anything Else On TV
With the newest season of “Black Mirror” now out on Netflix, we look back on some of our favorite episodes from past seasons and why the show is a modern masterpiece, exposing the often-unsettling relationship between humanity and technology.
Viewpoints Explained: Inside The Conclave: The Hidden Rules Of Electing A Pope
From handwritten ballots to color-coded smoke, the conclave operates under centuries of storied tradition.
What Happened To Marriage?
As marriage rates fall, researchers are exploring how economic independence, shifting cultural values and a rethinking of adulthood itself are reshaping what commitment looks like.
The Polyester Trap: How Fashion Became Disposable
Author and fashion expert Sofi Thanhauser unravels how the industry traded craftsmanship and quality for maximum profits.
Culture Crash: 30 Years. 7 Movies. One Tom Cruise. Is “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning” The Last Chapter?
We cover the evolution of this blockbuster action franchise spanning almost three decades.
Viewpoints Explained: Can We Revive Extinct Species? Scientists Say Maybe
Could this be the beginning of a new era in conservation, or is it a step too far?
An Architectural Rebirth: A City Rising From The Ashes
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.
Execution By Firing Squad: A New Option Within A Broken Prison System
This segment explores the ethical and logistical cracks in America’s capital punishment system — and what the rise of the firing squad says about where we’re headed.
Culture Crash: An Instant Hit: Our Takeaways From Netflix’s “Adolescence”
We cover the cinematic and unique brilliance of the new show, “Adolescence”.
Viewpoints Explained: This Policy Change Could Reshape Your Neighborhood—Here’s Why
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?
From Juvie To Prison: Is Rehabilitation Possible After Committing Murder At Age 16?
As more states rethink youth sentencing, we explore the benefits of real rehabilitation instead of being thrust into a justice system built around punishment.
Nowhere Left To Run: Surviving The New Reality Of Climate Change
Anna Weber and Kiara Rutherford discuss how extreme weather is reshaping where—and how—we live, and why the time for coordinated, equity-focused climate action is now.
Culture Crash: Why We Love These Sci-Fi Features
We highlight some of our favorite sci-fi blockbusters.
Viewpoints Explained: Which Country Is Ranked #1 As ‘The Happiest In The World’ & Where Does The U.S. Fall?
Where does the U.S. rank? Surprise – we’re far below the Top 10.
Why Mastering This Trait Can Come In Handy During Stressful Times
In a world built to distract, A. Kendra Greene makes the case for wonder as a form of resistance.
What’s Behind The Madness?
We unpack the history, psychology, and spectacle of March Madness
Culture Crash: Why We Miss Watching Our Favorite Films On DVD’S
For Evan, having physical copies is more than just nostalgia – it improves the entire viewing experience.
