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Part 2: The Case For The Humanities In A Changing Job Market We look at what life actually looks like after a humanities degree, where the path forward is often unclear and non-linear. For many graduates, the value shows up later, as they move between roles and lean on skills that translate across industries. The Push To Free America’s Rivers We look at why thousands of dams are coming down across...

What’s A Micro-Retirement? Inside The Career Trend Popularized By Gen Z For decades, the plan was simple: work nonstop until your mid-60’s and then finally retire. But a growing number of younger workers are pressing pause much earlier, taking intentional breaks from their careers to travel, learn or reset. Guest: Julie Guntrip, head of financial wellness, Jenius Bank Host: Marty Peterson Producer...

Culture Crash: The Genre That Keeps Asking Bigger Questions Science fiction films tap into our deepest curiosity about the future, using imagined worlds and technologies to explore timeless questions about humanity. Host: Evan Rook   Producer: Evan Rook Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us...

Viewpoints Explained: The New Way We’re Paying For Everything Buy now, pay later promises flexibility, but those small installments can add up faster than many shoppers realize. We cover this growing trend this week on Viewpoints Explained. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpoi...

Part 1: The Case For The Humanities In A Changing Job Market As AI, automation, and economic uncertainty reshape the job market, many students are turning away from majors like English, history, and philosophy. We look at why the humanities still attract passionate students and why the skills they build may be more relevant than critics assume. Guests: Carlo Rotella, professor, English, Boston Col...

Part 1: The Case For The Humanities In A Changing Job Market  As AI, automation, and economic uncertainty reshape the job market, many students are turning away from majors like English, history, and philosophy. We look at why the humanities still attract passionate students and why the skills they build may be more relevant than critics assume. Guests:  Carlo Rotella, professor, English, Boston C...

Viewpoints Explained: Why Younger Couples Are Embracing Prenups Prenuptial agreements were once associated with celebrity wealth, but younger couples are increasingly embracing them as practical financial planning before marriage. This week, we look at what’s driving this trend. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri  Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline...

Culture Crash: Nirvanna The Band The Show The Movie” & The Art Of The Long Joke A long-running internet comedy experiment jumps to the big screen with Nirvanna [sic] the Band the Show the Movie. Host & Producer:  Evan Rook Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affiliates & National Synd...

Concrete Jungles, Real Wildlife From coyotes trotting through Chicago neighborhoods to bats pouring out from under Austin bridges, wildlife is showing up in places many Americans never expected. We explore why animals are thriving in urban environments and how cities are slowly turning back into ecosystems where humans are just one of many residents. Guests:  Dr. Peter Alagona, associate professor...

The Ozempic Era & The Staying Power Of Keto Few diet trends divide people quite like keto. Some swear by its strict low-carb formula, while others say the rules are too extreme to last. And yet, even in the age of Ozempic and new weight-loss drugs, keto continues to attract a loyal following. We look at why the diet is different than the rest and still sparks such strong reactions. Guests:  Kriste...

The Ozempic Era & The Staying Power Of Keto Few diet trends divide people quite like keto. Some swear by its strict low-carb formula, while others say the rules are too extreme to last. And yet, even in the age of Ozempic and new weight-loss drugs, keto continues to attract a loyal following. We look at why the diet is different than the rest and still sparks such strong reactions. Guests: Kristen...

Viewpoints Explained: Why March Is The New January If your January resolutions have fizzled, you’re not alone. Research suggests late winter may feel like a more natural and effective time to reset and get going on your goals. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri  Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full...

Culture Crash: Charlie XCX: From Pop Princess To Gothic Queen Synopsis: After a culture-defining pop explosion, Charli XCX shifts gears in a bold new direction swapping neon dance floors for something darker. We review her latest drop.   Host & Producer:  Evan Rook Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archiv...

The Pipeline To Power: How Historically Black Colleges Shape Leaders For nearly two centuries, HBCU’s have been launchpads, shaping generations of Black leaders and strengthening entire industries. Even today, as these universities produce an outsized share of doctors, judges and engineers, they’re still pushing back against funding gaps and outdated narratives in America.   Guests:  Marybeth Gasm...

Raising Kids Once The Marriage Is Over Raising kids in two homes isn’t just about splitting weekends. It’s about keeping communication steady and conflict low. We look at how separated parents can create real stability for their children, even when there’s a lot of uncertainty and the family dynamic have permanently shifted. Guest: Karen Bonnell, co-parent coach, author of “The Co-Parents’ Handboo...

The Pipeline To Power: How Historically Black Colleges Shape Leaders For nearly two centuries, HBCU’s have been launchpads, shaping generations of Black leaders and strengthening entire industries. Even today, as these universities produce an outsized share of doctors, judges and engineers, they’re still pushing back against funding gaps and outdated narratives in America.   Guests:  Marybeth Gasm...

Uneven Attention: How Missing Persons Cases Are Covered Some disappearances become national obsessions. Others barely register. We examine the research behind “Missing White Woman Syndrome,” and how race, newsroom priorities and public perception shape which cases stay in the headlines and get all the coverage. Guests:   Zach Sommers, professor, Chicago-Kent College of Law Cheryl Neely, sociologis...

Culture Crash: Why “Industry” Is HBO’s Quiet Hit HBO’s Industry has quietly evolved from cult finance series into one of the sharpest drama shows on TV. Season 4 of the show is now streaming.   Host:  Evan Rook Producer: Evan Rook     Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affiliates & N...

Viewpoints Explained: Jesse Jackson And The Politics Of Pressure Civil rights didn’t end with marches but moved into corporate offices and presidential politics. We revisit how the late Jesse Jackson transformed protest into negotiation and redefined who belongs at the center of power. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @Viewpoints...

Uneven Attention: How Missing Persons Cases Are Covered Some disappearances become national obsessions. Others barely register. We examine the research behind “Missing White Woman Syndrome,” and how race, newsroom priorities and public perception shape which cases stay in the headlines and get all the coverage.   Guest: Zach Sommers, professor, Chicago-Kent College of Law; Cheryl Neely, sociologis...

The Quiet Disappearance Of Teen Jobs We cover why the classic after-school job is steadily disappearing, as automation, economic pressure and increased competition edge teens out of the workforce. Experts explain what’s driving the shift and why it matters beyond just a summer paycheck. Guests :  Alicia Sasser Modestino, director, Dukakis Center for Urban and Regional Policy, Northeastern Universi...

How Artists Helped Camouflage The Military Camouflage wasn’t just engineered. It was designed. From World War I “dazzle ships” to today’s complex digital patterns, We trace how creative artists reshaped the look of warfare and changed the way the military thinks about perception, illusion and survival. Guest: Roy R. Behrens, artist, camouflage researcher. Host: Gary Price Producer: Amirah Zaveri  ...

Culture Crash: The Internet’s Favorite Song Isn’t On Streaming A bonus track no one can officially stream has become one of the internet’s most emotional anthems thanks to Tik Tok. We look at Twenty-One Pilots new hit single and why its drawn in millions. Host:  Evan Rook Producer: Evan Rook Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @...

Viewpoints Explained: The Showdown At The Federal Reserve When presidents clash with the Federal Reserve, it’s more than political theater, but a test of how independent the nation’s central bank really is. We examine why interest rates matter so much and what’s at stake when politics collides with the levers of the larger U.S. economy. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri Linktr.ee | Appl...

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