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Polly Hansen has been a member of the Viewpoints Radio team since its inception. As a producer, she investigates program topics, conducts interviews…


Polly Hansen

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Highways To Displacement: The Hidden History Of Urban Renewal

>> July 6, 2025

We uncover the deeper implications of transportation policy in the mid 1900’s and how cities today are trying to get back to these once-connected and diverse communities.

Erased: The Untold Story Of Native Children In U.S. Boarding Schools

>> June 8, 2025

We trace the dark hidden history of Native American boarding schools in a post-Civil War America.

The Polyester Trap: How Fashion Became Disposable

>> May 4, 2025

Author and fashion expert Sofi Thanhauser unravels how the industry traded craftsmanship and quality for maximum profits.

Execution By Firing Squad: A New Option Within A Broken Prison System

>> April 27, 2025

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.

From Juvie To Prison: Is Rehabilitation Possible After Committing Murder At Age 16?

>> April 20, 2025

As more states rethink youth sentencing, we explore the benefits of real rehabilitation instead of being thrust into a justice system built around punishment.

Why Mastering This Trait Can Come In Handy During Stressful Times

>> April 13, 2025

In a world built to distract, A. Kendra Greene makes the case for wonder as a form of resistance.

Exploring The Unknown: Skiing Five Hundred Miles To The North Pole

>> March 30, 2025

Kagge offers a rare glimpse into one of Earth’s last great frontiers.

Looking Back With Rick Steves: The Importance Of Traveling The Lesser-Known Path

>> March 23, 2025

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.

Between 2016 And 2024, 30 Million Women Were Subjected To Female Genital Mutilation

>> February 23, 2025

We speak with Jaha Dukureh, a victim of FGM and global advocate, to get a better understanding on why FGM persists and what’s being done to curb these numbers.

The High Cost Of Evictions: Maximizing Profit At The Tenants’ Expense

>> January 19, 2025

We talk to two experts about the critical role of eviction data, and how the growing scarcity of affordable housing is fueling the homelessness crisis.

Combating Light Pollution And Restoring The Night Sky

>> December 22, 2024

We’ll hear more about the effects of light pollution, and how communities can limit manmade light and bring back starry skies.

How To Protect Against Scams This Holiday Season

>> December 15, 2024

We share some tips to help you stay protected this season, and throughout the year.

Small Business Owners Pick Up The Pieces After Hurricane Helene

>> December 8, 2024

We hear from two local entrepreneurs about the challenges in recovery and how the community has rallied to help them get back on their feet.

Criminalizing Librarians: A Louisiana Librarian’s Fight Against Book Banning

>> December 1, 2024

We talk to Amanda Jones about the challenges she's faced over the past few years and explore what drives her to keep advocating for her cause.

Reflecting On Four Decades As A Courtroom Sketch Artist

>> November 10, 2024

We speak with Jane Rosenberg about her career and her new memoir, Drawn Testimony.

One Doctor’s Adventure In The Shadow Of Everest

>> October 27, 2024

Mimi Zieman shares her experiences treating frostbite, preparing for avalanches, and practicing high-altitude medicine at 18,000 feet above sea level.

Golden Years Abroad; Why More Seniors Are Leaving The U.S.

>> October 20, 2024

We speak with a couple who is spending their retirement in Ecuador, and an expat who relocated overseas more than 20 years ago.

Curing The Disease Of Gun Violence

>> September 22, 2024

We speak with two people who have become part of the solution and are helping to curb gun-related deaths in their respective communities.

Diving Deeper: A New & Old Method For Keeping Food Fresh

>> September 15, 2024

We cover the invention of modern-day refrigeration and new, emerging methods that don’t rely on electricity.

Adventures In Volcano Land: Conversations With Volcanologists

>> August 18, 2024

We cover these magnificent structures, common myths and how people within the danger zone stay safe.

“Am I Too Invested?”: The Emotional Rollercoaster Of Youth Sports

>> June 9, 2024

We speak with Rich Cohen, a longtime hockey dad, about the modern pressures of competitive sports and why some parents seem to end up caring more winning than their own kid.

The Mysterious Oddities Of Our Universe: Conversations With A Particle Physicist

>> June 2, 2024

What do these scientists study exactly? How did the field itself evolve?

The Housing Squeeze: How Communities Are Investing In Affordable Housing

>> May 5, 2024

Viewpoints speaks with two housing experts about this crisis and what towns, cities and fed-up residents are doing to create more affordable housing.

The 1.6 Million Young People We’re Failing

>> April 21, 2024

We speak with two experts in the field about how to solve this growing epidemic.

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