“Why Are You So Weird?”: Understanding Our Pets & Their Nuanced Quirks
Animal expert and researcher Eleanor Spice Rice joins us this week to explain the deeper reasons behind why our pets act in these weird ways.
Protecting Your Body As You Age: What So Many Americans Are Doing Wrong
We speak with experienced health coach and personal trainer Daniella Dayoub Forrest about health misconceptions & myths and what you should know to maintain a strong body and mind as you age.
Viewpoints Explained: Why Venus Is A Planetary Fountain Of Youth
We discuss why this fiery planet seems to be a fountain of youth.
Culture Crash: Our Love For Sci-Fi
We highlight some of our favorites and why the genre continues to grow.
Why You Should Drop What You’re Doing On April 8 & See This Rare Event
We speak with eclipse expert and journalist David Baron about why a total solar eclipse is a can’t-miss event worth the travel and traffic.
Viewpoints Explained: Heading To The Nail Salon Soon? Think Again
We cover the latest research and how to advocate for your health when at the nail salon.
An End To The 165 Million Year Reign Of Dinosaurs
There’s no doubt that dinosaurs left their mark. Some scientists even wonder – would they still be around today if the asteroid never collided with Earth?
Viewpoints Explained: Alabama Will Soon Be The First To Use This New Execution Method
Kenneth Eugene Smith has been on death row since 1990 and his next scheduled execution is late next month. But now, he’s opting for a new method that’s never been tested before in this setting.
~40 Percent Of People Will Get Cancer In Their Lifetime: A Former Olympian’s Story
Miller joins Viewpoints to share her experience and perspective after she was diagnosed with cancer at just 33 years old.
Could IUD’s & Other Contraceptives Increase Your Risk of Developing an Autoimmune Disease?
Our experts breakdown this research and why more research is needed in this case.
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.
Tossing & Turning Each Night? How You May Be Sabotaging Your Sleep
Dr. Aric Prather about what the latest research shows us is the best way to improve sleep.
Breaking Down the Hidden Misconceptions of Two Classic Halloween Icons
We speak with two experts to get the truth behind these traditionally scary creatures and hear why neither of them are nearly as scary as we think.
Culture Crash: Why Do We Like Watching Sci-Fi So Much?
From Black Mirror to The Twilight Zone, we explore why the sci-fi genre has always been a hit amongst American audiences.
Viewpoints Explained: The Secrets of Venus
We highlight the deeper intricacies and theories behind Venus’ unusual surface.
Mary Lasker: A Public Health Pioneer
We speak with biographer, Judith L. Pearson about the many big contributions Lasker made to cancer & heart disease research throughout the twentieth century.
“95 Percent Left To Discover”: The People Tasked With Uncovering the Many Mysteries of Our Universe
Egyptian-American astrophysicist Sarafina El-Badry Nance speaks about her experience earning a PhD in astrophysics and the barriers to entry in the field.
What We Do & Still Don’t Know About Black Holes
Janna Levin, an astronomy and physics professor at Columbia University, joins us to discuss the most intriguing aspects of black holes.
The 10,000 Year Relationship: Our Long-Held Fascination & Love for Cats
Cats get a lot of hate across the world for being un-trainable, moody, and, at times, hard to figure out. We cover why these furry felines are unique.
Culture Crash: One Of Our Favorite Sci-Fi Reads
This week on Culture Crash, we highlight the six-part series “The Forward” – a riveting sci-fi read that’s full of twists and turns.
The Secrets Found Through DNA Testing
We speak with Dani Shapiro about this life-changing surprise and why there are thousands more with similar secrets across America.
In Awe: A Renewed Lens on Life
It can be hard to explain what it’s like to feel in awe. We speak with renowned social psychologist Dacher Keltner about awe and what experiences elicit this emotion.
Falling Asleep in Space
We explore the fascinating science and study of how humans sleep in space and its effects on the body.
The Effects of Extreme Weather Felt Across the Globe
Experts explain the common denominator between these seemingly opposite weather events, and the health and financial toll of natural disasters.
