Viewpoints Explained: Tired Of Surprise Fees? So Is The FTC
We cover the move to clamp down on these tactics in 2025.
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Viewpoints Explained: Single But Don’t Know Where To Mingle?
If you’re single, on dating apps and frustrated, you’re not alone. We cover the confusing world of forming connections online.
“Am I Too Invested?”: The Emotional Rollercoaster Of Youth Sports
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.
1 In 4 People Are Chronically Lonely: How Isolation Kills
We speak with social and public health expert Kasley Killam about the societal shifts that are feeding into this epidemic and how listeners can begin feeling more connecting to their loved ones, friends, and community.
Viewpoints Explained: Fed Up With Dating Apps? You’re Not Alone
We cover why so many singles are deleting these apps and turning to more traditional routes.
“Um, What?”: The Hidden Purpose Behind Filler Words
While these fillers are distracting if overused, when added in moderation, they do play a very specific purpose.
Performance Anxiety: We All Struggle With It. How Do You Rise Above?
We speak with her to learn how everyone can utilize these same strategies in their daily lives.
School, Sports, Standardized Tests: When Is There Time To Build Life Skills?
We speak with Homayoun about why so many teens (especially in the last 10 years) seem to really struggle post-high school and how parents can better prepare their kids before they hit this breaking point.
We All Experience Trauma: How To Best Work Through It
Viewpoints speaks with psychiatrist, Dr. James S. Gordon to better understand a person’s reaction to trauma and the body’s resilience in dealing with these stressful events and situations.
Why Divorce Rates Are Climbing Right Now & What To Know If You’re Ever In This Situation
We speak with prominent New York City divorce attorney Jacqueline Newman about the biggest misconceptions people have when it comes to divorce and why everyone – single or married – should keep these tips in mind.
Why We Fail Again And Again At New Year’s Resolutions
We talk to a behavior specialist and coach about how bad habits are created and why.
Is Your Pet The Healthiest They Can Be?
As pet owners, many of us are guilty of sometimes treating our furry friends with too many treats - especially during the holidays.
The Rosetta Stone: Why We Care So Much About A 2,000-Year-Old Slab Of Rock
We speak with Edward Dolnick, author of The Writing of the Gods: The Race to Decode the Rosetta Stone, about the monumental impact of this discovery.
Are We Alone In The Universe? U-F-O’s, U-A-P’s, And Aliens Explained
We speak with two experts about how the scientific community approaches this field of study and some of the challenges that come with working within this space.
A Mounting Loneliness Epidemic: Where Have Our Communities Gone?
We talk about what’s fueled this decline in recent decades and how listeners can take steps to start forming new connections where they live.
A Family Forever Changed: Rachel’s Struggle With Schizophrenia
Deborah Kasdan recounts her sister Rachel's journey with schizophrenia, reflecting on its profound impact on family and the indelible mark of mental illness.
Real Self-Care Is Setting Boundaries
Acclaimed therapist and social worker Nedra Glover Tawaab breaks down how to set boundaries and approach difficult conversations.
The State of Journalism: A New, Expanding Format
Many media are outlets shifting their formats to better compete with social media and Americans’ reduced attention spans. Co-founder of Axios Roy Schwartz joins us this week to talk about how everyone, and not just journalists, can use this stylistic change to improve both their writing and presenting.
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.
Have Americans Stopped Keeping Up With the News?
More Americans are turning to social media for their news instead of seeking out information from established news outlets. We discuss what’s driving this push and how it’s affecting information accuracy.
The Rise of BookTok
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.
Decisions, Decisions: Understanding 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.
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.
The Importance of Seeking Out Mentors
We speak with two career and mentorship experts this week to break down the many benefits of mentorship and how to go about finding the right person for you.
