Why Do We Love Vinyl Records So Much? | Culture Crash
Looking to get into vinyl records? We discuss why vinyl is making a comeback and will never really, in our opinion, go out of style.
Viewpoints Explained: The Black-Market Rise Of Injectable Peptides
Peptides promising better skin, faster muscle recovery are more are quickly gaining popularity across the U.S. We cover the rise of injectable peptides, what exactly they are and the risks of buying these liquid vials online.
From Shutout To Shaping Modern Basketball In The NBA
The NBA was founded in 1946 in New York City. For many years, the organization was predominantly white. Today, more than 75 percent of its players are black. We speak with basketball expert and former NBA player and coach Ray Scott about the league’s early years and its efforts to evolve in a time when segregation and discrimination ran rampant.
The Taste Of Growing Up: How School Lunch Shapes What Kids Eat
It’s back-to-school season, and millions of kids and teens are heading back to school where they’ll eat 1-2 meals each day. We discuss modern school cafeteria menus, how they’ve changed from what we remember and what parents can take away from these menus and incorporate into snacks and dinners at home.
Spider-Man Gets His Edge Back In “Brand New Day” | Culture Crash
Tom Holland’s Spider-Man finally gets a true New York City adventure, bringing a grittier, more emotional edge to the long-running franchise.
The Shrinking College Experience | Viewpoints Explained
Colleges across the country are cutting jobs and programs as enrollment declines. We discuss this domino effect and what lies ahead for higher education.
Are GLP-1’S Killing The Restaurant Industry?
GLP-1 drugs are mixing up how some Americans eat, but they’re not the only force reshaping restaurant menus. We look at the growing trend towards smaller portions, more protein and social media-driven menu items.
Cancer Care Has Changed. Have Our Assumptions?
Cancer screening and treatment are changing fast. Dr. Avishek Kumar, a medical oncologist and hematologist, joins us to explain how to reduce your risk of developing cancer and what’s new in the world of cancer detection and treatment.
Taylor Jenkins Reid Changes The Scenery | Culture Crash
From 1970s rock bands to old Hollywood and NASA, Taylor Jenkins Reid - the author of the popular book The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo - keeps changing settings while writing easy-to-understand, thoughtful stories that hook readers from the get-go.
Are You Still Online Shopping On Temu? | Viewpoints Explained
Have you shopped on Temu? The Chinese-owned retailer is known for rock-bottom prices, but how does it manage to keep them so low?
America At 250: The Long Road From Kenya To The American Dream
Dr. Pius Kamau’s path from colonial Kenya to an American operating room was shaped by ambition, exclusion and survival. His story offers a deeply personal view of America’s promise—and its contradictions.
Plenty To Build, But Not Enough Builders
Construction has a hiring problem and part of it may be self-inflicted. The industry needs tens of thousands of new workers while continuing to overlook people who were never welcomed or shown a clear way in.
Why The Odyssey Proves Christopher Nolan Can Still Go Bigger | Culture Crash
The recent film The Odyssey turns Homer’s ancient epic into a massive, visually daring blockbuster that’s brought audiences back to the theatre in record numbers.
Who Bought The $50 Million T. Rex Named Gus? | Viewpoints Explained
A record-setting T. rex sale raises a larger question: what happens to scientifically important objects when anonymous collectors control who can study or see them?
Looksmaxxing: The Online Trend Changing How Young Men See Themselves
Looksmaxxing sells young men the idea that a better face or body can unlock confidence and success. We speak with two experts to understand how the trend has become a dangerous and addictive path into damaging comparisons, risky procedures and online communities that treat insecurity as a problem to be endlessly optimized.
When Workplace Mistreatment Disappears On Paper
A workplace can post strong safety numbers while behind the scenes employees deal with unstable hours, stressful conditions, hidden injuries and pressure not to speak up. We examine how corporate efficiency can shift risk onto workers and why the official record often captures only part of what the job costs on a human level.
Noah Kahan & The Joy Of Living In The Moment | Culture Crash
At Wrigley Field in Chicago, a recent Noah Kahan gave us an important reminder that music hits hardest when it’s messy, loud and shared in real time.
Are Gel Nail Lamps Putting Your Skin At Risk? | Viewpoints Explained
A study published in the scientific journal, Nature Communications, has found a potential link between gel nail treatments and skin cancer. We cover the latest research and what services you should opt for next time you’re at the nail salon.
The Psychology Behind Conformity Bias
Ever agree in the moment, but then look back and wish you spoke up and said something? This action of wanting to go with the flow is a very real phenomenon. We sit down with two experts to uncover how people’s actions and opinions are altered by conformity bias.
Why So Many Young Readers Are Going Online
More young people are reading these days thanks to one community on TikTok. We discuss the rise of BookTok and how publishers and authors are using this platform to better engage with consumers.
Why The Invite Is Olivia Wilde’s Best Movie Yet | Culture Crash
Olivia Wilde’s third film turns one dinner party into a sharp, chaotic comedy about marriage, intimacy and the many stages of growing older with someone.
The Farm Job That Can Turn Deadly In Seconds | Viewpoints Explained
Agricultural work keeps America’s food supply moving, but shifting corn, wheat and soybeans can trap and suffocate a person within minutes. We cover the rate of these lesser-known accidents in the food production industry.
When Gas And Energy Bills Break The Budget
For millions of working households, higher prices mean constantly rearranging the same limited income. This story looks at how gas, utilities, housing and other basic costs are forcing families above the poverty line to cut back, delay bills and live without any real financial cushion.
Why CPR Training Can’t Wait Until The Emergency
Cardiac arrest often happens at home. That means a partner or family member is often the closest person who needs to jump into action and react. We look at what effective CPR requires, why people hesitate and how a small amount of training - whether it’s 15 minutes or a couple hours - can be the difference between life and death in a high-pressure moment.
