The Cameras Quietly Tracking Where Cars Go | Viewpoints Explained
Flock license plate cameras are helping police solve crimes faster, but their rapid spread is raising a bigger question about how much of our everyday movement should be tracked.
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No Phones, New School Year | Viewpoints Explained
School cellphone bans are spreading fast in recent years, but is this new initiative actually working? We look at what changes when phones leave from classrooms and why this policy may be here to stay.
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.
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.
Murder Rates Are Falling. Solving It Is Another Story
The country’s sharp drop in homicides is welcome news, but it hides a more complicated reality: a large number of murders still go unsolved. We explore how data, staffing and overlooked patterns could help lead to higher solve rates.
No Driver, No Problem: Inside The Rise Of Waymo
Driverless cars are no longer a futuristic experiment but are already picking up passengers in cities across the country. We look at how the fast expanding rideshare company Waymo works| why some people trust it more than human drivers and the questions that remain as autonomous vehicles become part of everyday life.
Culture Crash: Why AI Can’t Replace This Part Of Filmmaking
A.I. is all shiny and new in Hollywood, but we argue that traditional filmmaking still wins over audiences. We highlight the success of the recent film “Project Hail Mary” starring Ryan Gosling.
Viewpoints Explained: The Computer Chip Shakeup: Intel Vs. AMD
Intel created the processors found in most computers around the world and helped shape modern computing. Now, the legacy company is struggling to find a clear path forward in a crowded space. Will it reinvent itself and bounce back or end up in the tech graveyard?
Culture Crash: The Genre That Keeps Asking Bigger Questions
Science fiction films tap into our deepest curiosity about the future, using imagined worlds and technologies to explore timeless questions about humanity.
Uneven Attention: How Missing Persons Cases Are Covered
Some disappearances become national obsessions. Others barely register. We examine the research behind “Missing White Woman Syndrome,” and how race, newsroom priorities and public perception shape which cases stay in the headlines and get all the coverage.
Viewpoints Explained: From Streaming To Steering Wheels: The Subscription Creep
Subscriptions were supposed to make life easier. Instead, they’ve become a quiet drain on our wallets. This segment explores how recurring fees slipped into everything from entertainment to cars.
When The Signal Goes Silent: Why Backup Communication Matters
As extreme weather becomes more unpredictable, one of the first systems to fail is often the one we rely on most: communication. This story looks at what happens when cell towers go dark, why waiting to figure things out in the moment can be dangerous and how simple backup plans can make a critical difference.
Viewpoints Explained: Why Are Teen Reading Scores At A 30-Year-Low?
We cover how some states are tackling the problem with early literacy reforms and teacher training.
The Wellness Boom: Hope, Hype And Hard Truths
Journalist Hayley Krischer joins us to unpack the murky world of viral wellness trends and how millions have gotten sucked into this cycle of continuous buying.
Viewpoints Explained: Closing The Digital Divide One Classroom At A Time
We highlight Ed Farm - an innovative nonprofit that’s working to boost these communities.
Why Are All Major U.S. Cities Sinking?
experts Tom Parsons and Pietro Teatini break down what’s causing the ground to drop, why it’s happening faster in some places than others, and what can be done to slow or manage the damage before it’s too late.
Culture Crash: Love Movies? Why You Should Get On Letterboxd
We review the online platform, Letterboxd. Think Goodreads - but for movies instead.
Is Artificial Intelligence Destroying Education?
We discuss AI’s real-world impact on learning, from eroded writing and reading comprehension skills to broader ethical and societal concerns.
Culture Crash: Why It’s Time To Rethink How You Read
We cover the world of audiobooks on this week’s Culture Crash.
Culture Crash: Why “Black Mirror” Is Unlike Anything Else On TV
With the newest season of “Black Mirror” now out on Netflix, we look back on some of our favorite episodes from past seasons and why the show is a modern masterpiece, exposing the often-unsettling relationship between humanity and technology.
Viewpoints Explained: Why Deepseek Is Shaking Up Artificial Intelligence
We explain why this new artificial intelligence platform is pushing companies and public officials to rethink future AI strategy.
Outsmarting Hackers: Protecting The Personal Data On Your Smartphone
We speak with cybersecurity expert Eva Galperin about some of the creative tactics behind scams and data breaches and how to better protect yourself and your info.
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.
Is Being a Novelist Not-So-Practical Anymore?
We ask - is it even possible to make it as a creative these days?
