Viewpoints Explained: What Is Signal? The App Embroiled In Controversy
We breakdown how Signal is different than other messaging apps and why this incident shouldn’t be downplayed.
Kitchen Innovation: The Debate Over Lab Vs. Land-Grown Meat
Journalist and author Chase Purdy joins us to share his insights into the world of cell-cultured meat.
From Academia To All-In: One Woman’s High-Stakes Poker Journey
We speak with Maria Konnikova about the psychology behind the game and her quick rise from poker novice to professional.
Culture Crash: The Releases We’re Counting Down In 2025
We cover some of the most anticipated film releases coming down the pipeline this year.
Viewpoints Explained: The Origins Of April Fools Day
We cover the ancient origins of April Fools Day and its evolution over the years.
Exploring The Unknown: Skiing Five Hundred Miles To The North Pole
Kagge offers a rare glimpse into one of Earth’s last great frontiers.
What’s Fueling The Conflict & The War In The Congo?
Historian Pedro Monaville and U.N. human rights expert Mary Lawlor unravel the hidden forces driving the violence and the struggle to obtain peace.
Culture Crash: Lady Gaga Is Back: A Review Of Her New Album “Mayhem”
Musician, producer, actress. Lady Gaga is a woman of many talents, but is her latest musical album an extension of this success or is it yet another pop album?
Viewpoints Explained: Canada’s New Leader Mark Carney Vows To Not Back Down
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.
Looking Back With Rick Steves: The Importance Of Traveling The Lesser-Known Path
With tales of adventure—like sleeping in a stationary abandoned train car only to find it rolling at dawn—Steves reflects on how these unexpected moments shaped his life perspective.
Buses, Trains And Trams: The Birthplace Of Public Transportation
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.
Culture Crash: The Brilliant Director Behind Best Picture Winner “Anora”
Indie film, “Anora” won big at this year’s Academy Awards earning five Oscar wins. We cover the steady rise of director Sean Baker and highlight some of his previous works that we love.
Viewpoints Explained: Would You Try Couples Therapy? Talking It Out Before Saying “I Do”
We talk about this growing trend and what partners dig into during these pre-wedding sessions.
Why Real Self-Care Is The Ability To Set Boundaries
Tawaab breaks down why this inner reflection is so important and how to go about establishing and enforcing these set boundaries.
Inside The Mass Firings Of Federal Workers
As legal battles unfold and DOGE continues these reductions, the question remains: Is this about efficiency, or is something bigger at play?
Culture Crash: If You’re Loving The Pop Girl Renaissance, Take A Listen To These Alt Artists
We cover another genre where female artists are breaking through, leading to great music and many thousands of loyal fans.
Viewpoints Explained: An Uncertain Season For National Parks
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.
60 Days Out: Reminiscing & Rebuilding After The L.A. Fires
Despite the many challenges and anxieties ahead, many Californians are remaining optimistic and plan to rebuild what once was.
Unusual Jobs: Journalist Turned Private Eye
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.
Culture Crash: Flow: “A Film Experience Unlike Any Other”
We cover why we love the animated film, Flow. The movie came out last year and was recently nominated for an Academy Award in the category, “Best Animated Feature Film”.
Viewpoints Explained: Will Food Prices Ever Go Down?
We cover why prices remain stubbornly high and if there’s any relief headed our way.
A Deep Dive Into DeepSeek: Why Is This Platform Different?
We cover why DeepSeek is different from the numerous models out there, what Americans should keep in mind if they choose to use it, and why its introduction is causing other companies in the AI race to potentially reshape their strategy.
Why Is Being A New Parent So Hard?
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.
Culture Crash: Our Favorite Mind-Bending Movies
We highlight some of our favorite, lesser-known films within the horror/thriller/sci-fi genre.
