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Chicago has received more than 20,000 migrants over the last 14 months. And it’s not alone. New York City, Washington D.C, Los Angeles and other areas are all dealing with an influx of several thousands of migrants from Central America. As temperatures drop and winter sets in, tensions are beginning to boil over as this crisis reaches new heights. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints...

At 80 years of age, Martin Scorsese - one of the greatest film directors of his generation - is back with another blockbuster release with an all-star cast. We discuss why “Killers of the Flower Moon” is a definite must-watch this year. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-reviewing-martin-scorseses-new-blockbuster Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @Viewpoin...

Experts estimate that about 10 million Americans deal with seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, each year. Interestingly, women are four times more likely to be diagnosed than men. And this number is also thought to be higher than reported since many adults go undiagnosed. We cover just how much SAD (and lesser variations like the winter blues) can affect your life during the colder, gloomier wint...

Almost 50,000 American employees - a third of the total workforce between GM, Ford and Stellantis - walked off the job and went on strike for six weeks earlier this fall. This coordinated effort marks the first time that employees walked out on all three companies at once. We discuss why this massive strike was a long-time coming and how this recent walk-off is a sign of an ever-growing labor acti...

Looking to get into vinyl records? We discuss why vinyl is making a comeback and will never really, in our opinion, go out of style. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-why-do-we-love-vinyl-records-so-much Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affiliates & National Syn...

Last year, Americans lost almost nine billion dollars to scams. This is a 30 percent increase from 2021. We discuss what’s one of the fastest growing frauds out there and why thousands of people each day are getting tricked. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-whats-the-biggest-scam-out-there-today Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline...

There seems to be a lot of narratives, conspiracy theories and research funneling into if aliens really do exist. We speak with two experts about how the scientific community approaches this field of study and some of the challenges that come with working within this space. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/are-we-alone-in-the-universe-u-f-os-u-a-ps-and-aliens-explained Linktr.ee | Apple Pod...

The Cleveland Clinic estimates that about 1 in 3 Americans struggle with sleep. The problems are wide-ranging, including trouble falling or staying asleep or just not feeling rested each morning. We speak with sleep expert, Dr. Aric Prather about what the latest research shows us is the best way to improve sleep. In many cases, these recommendations are focused on setting good habits, retraining t...

The Amazon rainforest is in peril. After several decades of deforestation, the massive forest - home to millions of animal and insect species, trees and people - is now facing another critical challenge. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-a-parched-landscape-why-the-amazon-rainforest-is-facing-an-uncertain-future Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @V...

We cover writer & director Mike Flanagan’s newest drop on Netflix, “The Fall of the House of Usher’. We also highlight some of our other favorites from this master of miniseries horror. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-writer-director-mike-flanagan-is-back-with-another-horror-hit Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Ins...

It’s the time of year when we transform into a different character through costume, setup scary decorations and maybe check out a haunted house or two. Even though these things can be scary, we enjoy the fun and festivities that Halloween brings us each year. We speak with two guests about why Halloween has become such a popular global event and why many of us get a kick out of feeling temporarily...

Americans are struggling to bear the extremely large price tag of early childhood care. In some big cities, parents are paying upwards of $30,000 per year, per child, for this service. We speak with mother, Christina Kuhn, who lives in Michigan about how high childcare costs are impacting her day-to-day and talk to childcare policy expert, Patricia Cole, about what needs to change to better suppor...

We cover some of our favorite scary movies from big blockbusters to lesser-known indie films. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-boo-our-top-horror-film-recommendations-now-available-to-stream Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affiliates & National Syndication Hos...

The American Academy of Pediatrics has an updated set of guidelines urging pediatricians to take a more proactive and stringent approach on young patients struggling with obesity. We highlight some of these updated policies and the lasting effects of early childhood obesity. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-tackling-childhood-obesity Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube...

Is there a right or wrong way to grieve the loss of someone you love? We speak with two adults who’ve dealt with the loss of a spouse to get a better sense of the grieving process and what people do & don’t need to hear during this difficult this time. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/how-do-you-deal-with-loss-speaking-with-two-people-whove-lost-spouses Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube...

Even before the pandemic hit, more than half of U.S. adults responded that they struggle with feelings of loneliness and isolation. Fast forward four years and this problem has only grown worse. Millions of children, teens and adults feel completely disconnected from their neighbors, towns, and local organizations. We talk about what’s fueled this decline in recent decades and how listeners can ta...

Over the last year, hundreds of thousands of migrants seeking asylum have made their way into the U.S. and have been bussed to sanctuary cities across the country. We cover how this large influx is leading to chaos and mass frustration among residents and leaders. Over the last year, hundreds of thousands of migrants seeking asylum have made their way into the U.S. and have been bussed to sanctuar...

Why does it seem like every person on a reality TV show is just trying to become an influencer these days? We talk about what’s wrong with reality TV in 2023 and why we’re fed up with these stale narratives. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-whats-going-on-with-reality-tv Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @...

Have you seen an advertisement or commercial for the group, FIRE? The acronym stands for the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression, but even after watching an ad, it can still be confusing to grasp what exactly this organization truly stands for. As the presidential cycle heats up, this kind of messaging is only going to grow more common over the next year, so we wanted to uncover what e...

Spiders and bats are some of the most common symbols of Halloween spookiness. We speak with two experts to get the truth behind these traditionally scary creatures and hear why neither of them are nearly as scary as we think. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/breaking-down-the-hidden-misconceptions-of-two-classic-halloween-icons Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @Viewp...

We rewind back in time and talk about the power of nostalgia when it comes to the music, movies and shows we prefer. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-why-we-always-go-back-to-what-we-loved-in-high-school Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affiliates & National Sy...

Consumers are spending more on Halloween recently. Part of it stems from the holiday becoming more popular and people shelling out more on décor, costumes, treats and activities. However, another factor is that prices are also generally rising. We look at how candy prices have significantly jumped over the last few years. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-why-are-hallowe...

In 2006, Filipino immigrant Elizabeth Keathley mistakenly registered to vote while at the Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles. Keathley and her former lawyer, Richard Hanus, join us this week to share the stressful, years-long legal battle that almost led to her being deported back to the Philippines. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/30-years-of-the-motor-voter-law-why-this-act-has-trappe...

Deborah Kasdan’s sister, Rachel, had a bright future ahead of her. She was a natural creative, a talented student and loved to travel and meet new people. However, this future dimmed when Rachel was diagnosed with schizophrenia during her mid-twenties. The diagnosis forever impacted both Rachel and the family. She sadly passed away at age 59, but Deborah Kasdan joins us this week to share her sist...

We highlight how it’s all too easy for prominent directors to fall into a rabbit hole of producing a series of not-that-good movies after their first is a blockbuster hit. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-stepping-into-a-film-directors-shoes Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive C...