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From “Love Island USA” to the latest season of “The Bachelorette” (which is now in its 21st year), reality TV continues to be one of the most popular genres in entertainment. Unknown to many viewers, this genre began in the late 1940’s – but a lot has changed since then. We speak to two experts about what makes this kind of TV so addictive. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/a-love-hate-relat...

Searching your ancestors is popular these days. It can be exciting if your ancestors were famous or if they had some connection to a historical event. However, it can be painful if your family played a part in one of the darker periods in our history, such as slavery. We talk to a man whose family held slaves and hear how he went back in history and to his family’s hometown to confront his past, t...

We highlight three of our favorite movies now in theatres. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-our-favorites-films-playing-in-theatres-right-now 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.ad...

Did you know that the vice presidency for most of the 19th and 20th centuries was largely a figurehead position? It wasn’t until the late 1970’s that this prominent title was transformed, and VPs were given much more political responsibility in the executive branch. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-from-mike-pence-to-kamala-harris-how-the-role-of-vice-president-has-evol...

In 1966, Civil Rights pioneer James Meredith set out on The March Against Fear - a walk to prove black citizens no longer needed to fear white people. Soon after its beginning, Meredith was ambushed and shot. The march was continued by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Stokely Carmichael, and countless others. Weeks later, Meredith had recovered and rejoined the walk, giving history an enduring image of...

In 1980, American publishers released 45,000 titles. For the last two decades, this number has inflated to 2 million copies published each year. This exponential uptick, along with other factors, has created a challenging industry for many aspiring writers and authors. We ask - is it even possible to make it as a creative these days?  Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/is-being-a-novelist-not...

Looking for a new read? We cover some of our favorite new titles that not too many people seem to be talking about.  Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-a-few-of-our-favorite-book-recs Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Si...

Is the new norm triple digit weather in the summer months? We cover the dangers of this extreme heat and how to stay safe this summer. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-will-this-hotter-than-usual-heat-ever-end Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affiliates &amp...

Should Americans with felony convictions be able to cast a ballot in state and federal elections? There are fair arguments on both sides. With the presidential election just around the corner, we speak with two experts about this heated debate.  Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/why-are-millions-of-americans-unable-to-vote Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsO...

American adults 50 and older are the fastest growing group falling into homelessness. Last week, in part 1 of this story, we covered the factors fueling this rise. This week – we talk about why this population is especially vulnerable out on the streets and why it’s so hard to find a way back once you’re in this position. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/pt-2-1-in-4-people-living-on-the-str...

We review the highly anticipated Season 3 drop of the hit Hulu show, “The Bear”.  Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-we-have-a-lot-of-feelings-about-season-3-of-the-bear Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an A...

We cover the viral hype behind Stanley tumblers. Are they worth the $45 price tag? Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-is-the-stanley-quencher-tumbler-here-to-stay Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an A...

Camouflage is a key part of staying undetected, but did you know that the U.S. military sought out artists to develop these intricate designs? Since World War I, troops across the world have used camouflage to stay safe. This week – we cover how these designs have evolved over time – not just on uniforms, but on ships, planes and more. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/how-artists-helped-cam...

Each year, older adults make up a greater proportion of America’s homeless population and these numbers are only expected to keep rising. In part one of this story, we speak to two social policy experts about the main societal factors driving this increase and why this group is particularly vulnerable to homelessness. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/pt-1-1-in-4-people-living-on-the-streets...

We cover some of our favorite summer blockbusters now playing in theatres.  Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-the-summer-box-office-is-finally-heating-up 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....

The first generation of Amazon’s Kindle was released in 2007. Since then, there’s been many iterations of the popular e-reader and sales have ebbed and flowed. But, in recent years, it’s gained a strong cult following online. What’s the real appeal here? Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-why-die-hard-book-readers-cant-let-go-of-their-kindle Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | Y...

Climate change affects everything from economics and environment to global policy, migration and crime levels. Recent reports on excessive heat waves and powerful hurricanes may make it seem irreversible, but nothing’s set in stone. Our experts discuss what the future will look like on a global scale if we continue this path. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/politics-violence-international-...

In part-two of this story, we cover the real reasons behind Saudi Arabia’s dramatic entry into several sports. In a span of just a few years, the country has formed new leagues, acquired prominent players and solidified big partnerships to host major international sporting events. While Saudi leaders have said this dramatic move will help drive a more diverse economy and modern cultural mindset, o...

We cover the summer vibes created by singer-songwriter Charli XCX in her latest album, “Brat”. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-should-we-be-trusting-exceedingly-positive-online-reviews Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affiliates & National Syndication H...

Online reviews are listed by most retailers and have become a category that most online shoppers rely on before hitting the buy button. But with thousands of reviews and extremely high ratings on a product, are all these anecdotes truly real? Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-should-we-be-trusting-exceedingly-positive-online-reviews Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube |...

In a span of just a few years, the gulf, oil-rich country of Saudi Arabia has made a dramatic leap into the world of international sports. The country formed a new golf league, LIV Golf, which is now a solid competitor to the longstanding organization, PGA of America. They’ve spent many billions of dollars to expand their presence in soccer, reportedly paying Portuguese sensation, Cristiano Ronald...

Imagine your young daughter receiving a brain cancer diagnosis. Then, not too long after that, your wife is also diagnosed with a deadly type of brain cancer – glioblastoma. We speak with Dr. Alan Townsend about this harrowing period through grief and how he evolved from writing online about science to much more personal experiences. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/when-lightning-strikes-t...

Culture Crash producer & host Evan Rook speaks with Sheila O, the host of Afrozons, about the rapid global growth of Afrobeats and the long cultural history of this genre. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-the-fast-emerging-genre-of-afrobeats Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive C...

A recent study published earlier this month in the journal, Nature Communications found that human kidneys are particularly susceptible to damage on long-range space trips. We cover this emerging research and what this means for plans to soon send humans to Mars.  Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-a-big-setback-for-future-missions-to-mars Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | You...

Grant Khanbalinov began posting on Tik Tok for fun a year before the pandemic hit and the platform’s popularity skyrocketed. It wasn’t until he posted a couple videos with his children, which both went viral, that his page gained millions of views. At first, it was a great side hustle, but this all quickly went south as he noticed the effect it was having on his children’s lives. We cover the many...