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Did you know that cannabis use dates back tens of thousands of years? While its earliest use traces back to Asia, it eventually spread to Europe and then America and was used in a variety of capacities. We speak with highly acclaimed pharmacology expert Dr. Richard Miller about the global history of cannabis and its controversial record over the last 70 seventy years of American history. Learn Mor...

The National Institute of Health. National Cancer Institute. These are just some of the research foundations that are thriving today thanks to the work of health activist Mary Lasker. We speak with biographer, Judith L. Pearson about the many big contributions Lasker made to cancer & heart disease research throughout the twentieth century. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/mary-lasker-a-publ...

What’s fueling the staggering increase in pedestrian deaths in recent years? We discuss this alarming upward trend. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-pedestrian-deaths-hit-a-40-year-high Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affiliates & National Syndication H...

Jay Leno. David Letterman. Jimmy Fallon. Stephen Colbert. We highlight the rise and fall of late-night TV. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-is-the-late-night-talkshow-format-dead Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simpl...

Yes, ChatGPT isn’t dominating media headlines anymore, but the technology is still leading to massive changes across America. One area where its making waves is the music production industry. We speak with two experts within the field about how artificial intelligence is forcing them to rethink the future of music artistry and production. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/has-artificial-inte...

Only 1 in 4 Americans feels financially secure, according to a recent survey by consumer financial services firm, Bankrate. We speak with two financial experts about how more Americans can have productive conversations about their spending and come up with a plan to save and invest more for the future. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/avoiding-conversations-around-money-heres-how-to-get-sta...

It seems like there’s always a new streaming app coming or going lately. Take the creators of HBO for instance. In a short span of time, the subscription platform has been called HBO Now, HBO Go, HBO Max and now it’s just Max. We discuss the ever-evolving landscape of streaming. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-why-are-streaming-platforms-always-changing Linktr.ee | Apple Podc...

Who is Yevgheny Prigozhin? The elusive leader of the mercenary force, The Wagner Group, is now globally known for the recent rebellion he launched against the Russian regime. We discuss the short-lived coup that’s now known as the biggest uprising in Vladimir Putin’s 23-year-reign. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-the-36-hour-rebellion-within-russia Linktr.ee | Apple Po...

Purveying for the top chefs across America is an ever-changing series of requests dependent on food trends and tastes. While some chefs are seeking out rare microgreens, others are looking for the finest cuts of beef. And these small quantities of in-demand ingredients come at a hefty price. We highlight the many niche aspects of fine dining and how we can all takeaway some learning points to infu...

High demand for travel this summer is leading to exorbitantly high prices for flights, hotels and rental cars. If traveling out of state this summer is out of the question (or you just want to spend more time at home), we offer up some ways to rediscover your own town, city, or region and gain a new perspective. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/no-travel-plans-this-summer-how-to-make-the-mo...

A couple weeks ago, millions across the world were stuck to news reports focused on the search of the missing submersible vessel, Titan, which had fallen off the radar during its descent down to see the Titanic wreckage. Today, we know that the five passengers onboard the sub died due to a ‘catastrophic implosion’ onboard. We discuss the lack of regulations in this growing, private industry of ext...

For over a decade, British satirist Charlie Brooker has been writing/producing his hit Netflix anthology "Black Mirror." We highlight the recent drop of season 6. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-a-new-season-of-black-mirror Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affilia...

When you imagine who’s a runner – who do you picture? Most Americans would describe a person who’s lean, muscled, and fits into a certain body type category. Martinus Evans, runner, author & founder of the Slow A-F Run Club, is hoping to break this way of thinking. He argues that anyone – at any body size – can be a consistent runner. Evans shares his story of how he got into running and embodies...

We speak with Egyptian-American astrophysicist Sarafina El-Badry Nance about her experience earning a PhD in astrophysics. Before specializing in this field, she had to gain a good understanding of math, physics, and astronomy. She openly shares that these subjects never came naturally to her and it took a lot of hard work to get where she is today. Now, she’s speaking out about the barrier to ent...

We discuss the sharp decline of San Francisco - a once-golden and in-demand tech hub where startups, social media and tech ruled. 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.adswizz.com for information about o...

Black holes have always intrigued and captured the imagination of millions since they were first theorized and coined by German physicist Karl Schwarzschild in 1916. For decades, scientists have worked to learn more about these mysterious objects in space. However, even today, there’s still much we don’t entirely understand about these mysterious phenomena. Janna Levin, an astronomy & physics prof...

A couple months back, millions of Americans dressed up, donned their hats and blazers, and went to the racetrack for the biggest horse racing event of the year: The Kentucky Derby. This week – we discuss the early history of horse racing in America and one African American jockey who made a lasting impact on the sport. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/isaac-murphy-a-forgotten-sports-legend...

We dive into the popularity of the new videogame, “Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom." Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-a-foray-back-into-zelda 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.adswiz...

Millions of Americans now get Juneteenth off each year because of its classification as a federal holiday (which officially went into effect in 2021). But what does Juneteenth really signify? When did people originally begin celebrating the day? We highlight the importance of this historic holiday. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Insta...

The COVID-19 pandemic shook up how Americans work, where they live and what they value in life. But, as people move past the pandemic, demographers wonder if certain migration trends are here to stay or will eventually shift back. We talk about population trends over the last few years and how this is impacting cities that were once bustling and booming. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/cit...

It’s expected that the U.S. cannabis industry will surpass 50 billion dollars in revenue by 2028, according to top cannabis research firm, Brightfield Group. Each year, new states are legalizing recreational marijuana, building new opportunities for entrepreneurs. But who gets a piece of this pie? How’s the industry building a more equitable space that people at all socioeconomic levels can enter?...

In a time where “superhero fatigue” is setting in, “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,” now in theatres, is still breaking through. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-our-love-for-spider-man Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affiliates & National Syndication Hos...

Nearly 10% of American children have ADHD. We speak with a clinical child psychologist at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Ellen Braaten, about the different types & presentations of this disorder, how it affects children and common challenges for diagnoses, acceptance, and treatment. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/de-bunking-the-misconceptions-stigmas-of-adhd Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouT...

Cats get a lot of hate across the world for being un-trainable, moody, and, at times, hard to figure out. This week – we cover all things cats and why these furry felines (who’ve long been human companions) are unique. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/the-10000-year-relationship-our-long-held-fascination-love-for-cats Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnlin...

“Succession” has all the elements of a prime family drama. An ultra-rich, very public family that has no shortage of drama, conflict, and greed. We discuss the show’s final season on HBO. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-a-triumphant-end-to-a-brilliant-show Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradi...