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For the Love of Crosswords

>> January 29, 2023

Crosswords have stayed in style and graced newspapers from the New York Times to USA Today. We speak with crossword expert Adrienne Raphel to find out more about this beloved word game.

topics covered: Education, History, Hobbies, Language and Grammar, Literature and Writing
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Learning About Wine

>> July 17, 2022

It’s true that wine is complex – after all it dates back to 6000 B.C. Expert sommelier Elizabeth Schneider joins Viewpoints this week to give us an introduction to all things wine.

topics covered: Business and Entrepreneurship, Culture and the Arts, Farming and Agriculture, Food and Nutrition, Food Indsutry, History, Hobbies, Industry, Literature and Writing, Podcasts and Audio Content, Wine
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How To: Getting Into Gardening This Summer

>> June 5, 2022

Getting started in gardening can seem overwhelming - especially if you have trouble keeping a solo houseplant alive. But with some research and a small investment, the rewards of tending to a garden are life-long.

topics covered: Conservation and Sustainability, Hobbies, Home Improvement, Personal Growth and Development, Urban Planning
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A Comprehensive Guide to Fandom

>> January 30, 2022

What was your favorite comic book series, video game or card game growing up? Depending on your age, it could have been Magic: The Gathering, Batman or Minecraft. In fact, you still could be a fan of these no matter what your age is. This week – we discuss the vast world of fandom and just what it means to be a part of this community.

topics covered: Culture and the Arts, Hobbies, Media and Entertainment, Pop Culture, Sports and Recreation, Streaming Media, Video Games
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The Return of Baseball at the Ballpark

>> June 6, 2021

Baseball is back, and fans can once again revel in the experience of heading to a ballpark, grabbing some peanuts and cheering on their team as they score a homerun. Longtime baseball writer and faithful Phillies fan Timothy Malcolm joins Viewpoints this week to break down some of his favorite stadiums in the U.S. and some tips you should keep in mind before …

topics covered: American Culture and History, Baseball, Economics and Finance, Health and Medicine, History, Hobbies, Literature and Writing, News and Journalism, Sports and Recreation, Travel and Leisure
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Culture Crash: A Look Back At What Got Us Through 2020

>> January 3, 2021

There’s no doubt it’s been a long and frankly, weird year. We highlight some of the books, shows and movies that kept us entertained in 2020.

topics covered: COVID-19 Pandemic, Hobbies, Literature and Writing, Media and Entertainment, Movies, Music, Netflix, Pop Culture, TV Series, Vaccination, Video Games
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The On- and Off-Stage Benefits of Practicing Improv

>> December 27, 2020

Getting on a stage in front of a crowd can be extremely daunting. But, taking a risk and trying something new may not only lead you to a new hobby but a renewed perspective on life. Improv comedy forces you to connect on a deeper level with others, as well as yourself through the collaboration, communication and confidence the performance art requires.

topics covered: Communication, Culture and the Arts, Hobbies, Media and Entertainment, Public Speaking, Theater
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Why Do Crosswords Never Go Out of Style?

>> April 12, 2020

The first published crossword was created in 1913 by journalist Arthur Wynne. Since then, the timeless puzzle has stayed in style and graces newspapers from the New York Times to USA Today. Self-acclaimed lovers of crosswords are known as ‘cruciverbalists’ and compete online as well as create these puzzles for publishing. We speak with crossword expert, …

topics covered: Hobbies, Media and Entertainment
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Maximizing Your Experience Traveling Internationally

>> July 1, 2018

Many of us have spent years dreaming of traveling the globe… but what should we do when we book the trip and are preparing to make the dream a reality? Journalist and author Andrew Solomon gives tips on how to get the most out of your trips, from embracing new cultures to establishing better connections.

topics covered: Family and Interpersonal Relationships, Hobbies, International/Global Affairs, Media and Entertainment, News and Journalism, Personal Growth and Development, Religion and Spirituality, Travel, Travel and Leisure
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Travel, People and Freedom: A journalist’s travels inform his life

>> June 5, 2016

Our guest has spent many years of his life traveling the world and he suggests that for a better and more memorable trip, you should rub shoulders with the locals.

topics covered: Family and Interpersonal Relationships, Hobbies, Media and Entertainment, News and Journalism, Personal Growth and Development, Religion and Spirituality, Travel, Travel and Leisure
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