Viewpoints Radio

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...

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...