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The rise and fall of the now defunct blood-testing company Theranos has captivated the attention of millions and exposed the dark side of the startup culture in Silicon Valley. Elizabeth Holmes, founder and CEO of Theranos, is awaiting trial next summer, facing 11 felony charges for allegedly defrauding the public. We speak with Stanford professor Dr. Phyllis Gardner who doubted Holmes from the ve...

Viewpoints Radio producer Amirah Zaveri chats with NYT bestselling author David Epstein who recently released his new book "Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World". Listen in for a short clip from the interview.  Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affiliates & National...

Viewpoints Radio intern Annie Krall spoke with linguistic experts and psychologists about the prevalence of emojis today. How do emojis help us communicate what we really mean? Why do we use them so much? Listen in for a short clip from her interview.  Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us...

Many of us throw an emoji or two in a text or social media message to help get our point across. But do you ever wonder how emojis came about and why we pick certain ones over others? We speak with three experts about their rise in popularity and reflection of different cultures and generations. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagra...

2019 is flying by. From the good to the bad to the so-so, we discuss movie trends so far this year and what we hope is coming in the second half of 2019. 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...

Canada’s Oak Island has mystified explorers for hundred of years, drawing many to its shores with the hope of finding buried pirate’s treasure under its oak trees. We speak with Randall Sullivan, the author of The Curse of Oak Island: The Story of the World’s Longest Treasure Hunt to learn more the area’s historical significance and this never-ending quest. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | S...

Fall and Rise: The Story of 9/11 written by Mitchell Zuckoff shares numerous accounts from September 11, 2001. We highlight a few of the stories from the book and talk about modern implications today, including the political upheaval over medical and victim compensation funding for those affected. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instag...

Phoebe Waller Bridge has produced and starred in several hits ranging from “Killing Eve” to “Solo: A Star Wars Story”. Now, she’s working on the script for the fourth James Bond movie and has created a new season of the show “Fleabag”. We discuss her success in Hollywood and the allure of shorter TV shows. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsrad...

Social media has become an all consuming way of life for many. It’s hard to get away from unconsciously opening Facebook or Instagram throughout the day and scrolling through your feed. While social media can be positive, the unrealistic posts can also lead to damaging outcomes. We discuss its negative effects and the rise in the number of plastic surgery procedures among younger generations. Link...

The first U.S. case of the plague presented in the early 1900’s in San Francisco. We speak with author, David Randall about the outbreak and how it changed sanitation practices and government response. Fast forward to today where the plague is still present in certain parts of the U.S. We speak with professor, Michael Antolin who studies modern day cases of the disease and its context within clima...

John Urschel is not your typical doctoral candidate. Before studying mathematics at MIT, Urschel played college football for Penn State and then in the NFL for three seasons with the Baltimore Ravens. Mathematics and football have always been central focuses in his life. He discusses the challenges of juggling both and why he ultimately left football to pursue his PhD. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts |...

The opening credits of a beloved television show evoke a certain sense of nostalgia for many. We hear the tune and we instantly connect it to a certain series. How have theme songs changed throughout the years and why do they mean so much to us? Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affilia...

In the U.S., one in four women are victims of domestic violence. Between 2014 and 2017, the number of victims killed by their partners rose by 20 percent. Two survivors share their firsthand stories and struggles. We also speak with author, Rachel Louise Snyder, about why domestic violence persists and what can be done. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X:...

Amirah Zaveri asks Rachel Louise Snyder, journalist and author of the new book “No Visible Bruises: What We Don’t Know About Domestic Violence Can Kill Us” about the portrayal of domestic violence in the media and how women are rallying around this issue. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact...

We speak with Nora McInerny, the author of No Happy Endings: A Memoir about enduring the loss of her husband and accidentally finding love again. McInerny discusses the grief and despair she felt and how she learned to embrace those feelings rather than tuck them away. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Ar...

We discuss the new movie produced by Sony Pictures titled “Brightburn”. The film is different than the typical storyline in that it chronicles the rise of a superhero that uses his power for evil rather than good. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Affiliates & National Syndication H...

How we buy our food has drastically changed throughout the decades. We discuss the evolution of the grocery marketplace from local grocers to big-box retailers and how this has affected the production chain. More so, how food co-ops operate and aim to help support local farmers and communities. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram...

We discuss the new HBO miniseries, co-produced with Sky UK, titled “Chernobyl”. The show follows the chronological events of the 1986 nuclear disaster in the Soviet Union and captures the confusion and terror in the days, months and years following the accident. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive C...

We speak with the Tim O’Brien who has illustrated numerous magazine covers throughout the years. O’Brien discusses his career, the history of illustration and how the art form is used to convey a specific, singular moment or feeling that other mediums may not be able to capture. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsrad...

School lunches in the U.S. have long been overlooked. Dan Giusti, the former head chef of Noma and founder of Brigaid, is gaining ground in his efforts to overhaul the school lunch system and bring scratch cooking back into cafeterias. We speak with Giusti about his journey from fine dining to lunch reform and some of the barriers facing Brigaid. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Face...

Mark Obmascik shares the incredible story of two men fighting for opposing sides and tangled in the complexities of World War II. He exposes how our enemy isn’t as different as we think, the lasting effects of war and the process of finding forgiveness and peace. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive...

Binge-watching several seasons of a TV show all at once might not be the best idea after all. For some lighter shows like “Stranger Things” it may make sense, but it can be cumbersome and brain draining to get through all eight seasons of “Game of Thrones” in a matter of weeks. We discuss an alternate route that avoids the fatigue. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @Viewpoin...

Amirah Zaveri speaks with Dan Giusti, chef and founder of Brigaid who's working to fix the American school lunch system. 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 our collec...

For many, learning about mathematics can be a terrifying and daunting task. Steven Strogatz discusses the importance of learning the basics of calculus and not only the math itself, but also understanding its historical prevalence and everyday use in our world. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Co...

We discuss the new album Pep Talks from the band Judah & The Lion, most known for their 2016 single “Take It All Back”. The album features a funky, electronic vibe coupled with old time folk and bluegrass instruments, offering a refreshing perspective in the alternative rock genre. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpoints...