Viewpoints Radio

We give our review of American rapper, singer and songwriter, Post Malone’s newest album titled, “Austin”. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-a-new-era-for-post-malone/ Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an Ad...

Screenwriters and writers aren’t the only ones feeling the pinch in this new media landscape dominated by streaming. Hundreds of thousands of musicians are struggling to make a living from the substandard pay they receive from platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. We cover just how the music sector has changed and why these artists don’t have the same protections as other creatives. Learn More:...

Credit card debt in the U.S. just surpassed one trillion dollars and payment delinquency rates are also on the rise. One factor that’s feeding into these increases are a growing amount of credit card accounts. The Federal Reserve Bank of New York reports that there are 70 million new accounts since 2019. This week – we discuss the effects of escalating debt and how listeners can start taking back...

Covid-19 shook up norms for many public transit agencies including commuter rail companies that pre-pandemic largely catered to commuting office employees. We highlight how several businesses are re-framing their strategy during this period. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-an-uncertain-future-for-commuter-rails Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @...

Some people argue that the comedy genre is on its way out. But this week, we discuss how comedy isn’t going anywhere– it’s just adapting to the changing times. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-is-comedy-dead-or-does-it-just-look-a-little-different Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Arc...

Solar energy is big business in the U.S. and is only set to expand in the coming years, with an annual growth rate of 21 percent. But after these solar panels die, where do they go? How ‘green’ is this technology if we’re dumping thousands of used, toxic panels into landfills? We speak with two experts in the solar panel recycling space about how innovation is driving this shift and what more need...

With summer break over and millions of students back in school, it’s a good time to talk about the importance of mental health. After all, adolescents today face an excessive number of demands both in and outside of the classroom. This week on Viewpoints - we speak with author Jennifer Breheny Wallace about the importance of sharing how a person’s value should never be linked to their performance....

From Black Mirror to The Twilight Zone, we explore why the sci-fi genre has always been a hit amongst American audiences. We also touch on some of our favorite sci-fi series now streaming. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-why-do-we-like-watching-sci-fi-so-much Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsr...

We highlight the deeper intricacies and theories behind Venus’ unusual surface. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-the-secrets-of-venus Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.ads...

Conspiracy theories have been around for hundreds of years. From secret projects to secret government societies, these theories are prevalent are prevalent across society. We speak with two conspiracy experts about how these stories arise, why they’re so pervasive online and why artificial intelligence may make these narratives more difficult to detect. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/sepa...

Whoever thought, “This white, liquid substance from this animal look like its safe enough that I’m going to drink it.” Out of the many items we have today (whether its food, drink or something else) there was a person who first took the risk in trying it themselves. We explore the many firsts throughout history and how key archaeologic evidence plays a role in accurately telling these narratives....

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has had a series of flops in recent years. In a landscape with so much content, will this production company be able to bounce back and rebuild its brand name? Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-will-marvel-bounce-back Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Arch...

Meta – the parent company of Facebook and Instagram – has decided to ban all news content on these platforms in Canada. We talk about what’s driving this big move and how it’s going to impact both Canadians and media outlets. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-an-end-to-finding-news-content-on-social-media-in-canada Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook:...

In 2012, researchers at the University of California-Irvine estimated that the average human’s attention span was around seventy-five seconds. in recent years, this number has dropped to forty-seven seconds. What’s leading to this continuing decline in our attention spans? We speak with one mindfulness expert to get some tips on how people can slow down, increase their focus, and feel less chronic...

It’s been the deadliest year on record for wildfires in Canada. While California is typically the focus point for these events, the new reality of human-caused climate change is that wildfires are becoming a greater threat in areas never seen before. We speak with Dr. Adrienne Edwards, a botanist and wildfire expert, about how Americans can best prepare for wildfire season and help stop the spread...

Millions of Americans rallied last month as two of the biggest film releases hit theaters. Yes, we’re talking about “Barbie” & “Oppenheimer” aka “Barbenheimer”. We discuss the massive revenues these two movies drew. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-the-power-of-barbenheimer/ Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagra...

ChatGPT, the generative artificial intelligence platform, has been dominating media headlines since its release late last year. We discuss what sets humans apart from this network created by OpenAI. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-can-chatgtp-perfectly-mimic-humans Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram:...

The screenwriters strike in Hollywood is now in its third month. Last month, the Screen Actors Guild joined forces with the Writers Guild of America and called a strike. We speak with two active voices in the industry about what’s driving this strike and why these asks are so important to current and future professionals in this landscape. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/whats-happening-in...

Online retail sales are set to surpass $1.6 trillion by 2027. With so much growth in the market, retailers are investing big in artificial intelligence software that improves customer interaction, usability, supply chain and more. We speak with the Chief Technology Officer of Zenni Optical about how retailers are setting up for this new era of digital dominance. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio...

There seems to be a subscription for nearly every product or service these days. But how much is too much? And when you’re ready to cancel, why does it always seem like it’s a pain to go through the process? We uncover how some businesses use deceptive marketing tactics to keep consumers paying. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-how-much-are-you-paying-for-subscriptions-...

We discuss the ongoing screenwriters & actors strike that’s halting production on a large array of TV shows and films. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-almost-three-months-later-why-the-strike-in-hollywood-is-still-marching-on Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affil...

Soccer has steadily gained a following in recent years in the U.S. Amongst Americans 18-29 years old, the sport is now more popular than baseball. We speak with soccer expert, G. Edward White about what’s driving this shift and why it took so long for soccer to take hold in America. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/will-soccer-finally-score-big-in-the-u-s Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTub...

The James Webb telescope is the largest and most powerful space telescope ever built. A year and a half ago hundreds of thousands of people cheered after the telescope successfully launched and opened to begin capturing the universe in more detail than ever before. We speak with one astronomer about how this telescope will lead to greater discoveries – including the hunt extraterrestrial life. Lea...

We talk about the abundance (and overuse) of computer-generated images in recent blockbuster film releases. We also highlight a couple new summer drops that we’re looking forward to. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-why-we-cant-get-onboard-with-cgi Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Ar...

We break down how higher education will be affected by the Supreme Court’s recent ruling ending affirmative action. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-why-is-an-end-to-affirmative-action-such-big-news Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affiliates & National...