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Culture Crash: Why AI Can’t Replace This Part Of Filmmaking A.I. is all shiny and new in Hollywood, but we argue that traditional filmmaking still wins over audiences. We highlight the success of the recent film “Project Hail Mary” starring Ryan Gosling.   Host and Producer:  Evan Rook. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewp...

The Gap Between What You Say & How It’s Heard We have a conversation with communication expert Vanessa Van Edwards about the subtle cues people give off without realizing it and just how quickly those signals shape first impressions. Once you start paying attention to these signs, it’s clear how much they influence whether someone trusts you and takes you seriously. Guest: Vanessa Van Edwards, hum...

Culture Crash: The Best Movies That Never Won Best Picture Some of the most iconic films in history never won Best Picture. This episode looks at how timing, competition and Academy quirks shapes what gets remembered versus what’s overlooked. Host:  Evan Rook. Producer: Zack Gaertner   Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpo...

Viewpoints Explained: The Limits Of Recycling In A Plastic World If we spend effort recycling items, it’s logical to assume that most of these bottles, cartons and boxes will be recycled and reused. However, for plastic, this is rarely the case. We talk about the plastic crisis and why it’s important to cut down on the plastic you use in your daily life. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaver...

Changing Cancer Trends & One Olympian’s Cancer Story Cancer is starting to show up in ways doctors didn’t expect - earlier, and often without clear warning signs. Through seven-time Olympic medalist Shannon Miller’s experience, this story underscores how rising cancer rates are forcing tighter guidelines on screening and the importance of not delaying routine checkups and yearly scans. Guest: Shan...

Why Are People Betting On War? Prediction markets were initially built to forecast elections and economic moves but they’re now being used to bet on war, political upheaval and global instability. As money flows into these high-stakes wagers, the line between informed forecasting and profiting off real-world consequences has merged into one and is now under investigation. Guests:  Ben Schiffrin, d...

Why Are People Betting On War? Prediction markets were initially built to forecast elections and economic moves but they’re now being used to bet on war, political upheaval and global instability. As money flows into these high-stakes wagers, the line between informed forecasting and profiting off real-world consequences has merged into one and is now under investigation. Guests:  Ben Schiffrin, d...

Saudi Arabia’s Global Sports Push 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 constructed new leagues, acquired prominent players and solidified massive international partnerships. While Saudi leaders have said this dramatic move will help drive a more diverse economy and modern cultural mindset, some experts ha...

Culture Crash: Is Late Night Officially Toast? Late night isn’t losing talent, but it’s losing timing. By the time the monologue airs, the jokes have already made the rounds online. We cover the continued decline of late-night TV. Host & Producer:  Evan Rook Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Conta...

The Draw Of Flying Without A Cabin What if flying wasn’t about getting somewhere, but about feeling something again? In this story, we follow pilot and author Caroline Paul into an open cockpit aircraft where there’s little barrier between you and the sky, and where flight turns away from routine and headaches and more into adventure. Guest: Caroline Paul, author of Why Fly: Seeking Awe, Healing,...

Viewpoints Explained:  From Gameplay To Surveillance? Pokémon Go’s Next Chapter Remember the Pokémon Go craze of 2016? Millions of players thought they were just catching Pokémon, but - more than a decade later - their history is being used to build a detailed map for robots.   Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri  Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline...

Saudi Arabia’s Global Sports Push 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 constructed new leagues, acquired prominent players and solidified massive international partnerships. While Saudi leaders have said this dramatic move will help drive a more diverse economy and modern cultural mindset, some experts ha...

Culture Crash: Why “Shrinking” Feels Like The TV We Want Right Now We look at why shows like “Shrinking” on Apple TV are growing in popularity. Is it that we - the audience - want more genuine, feel-good TV? Host & Producer:  Evan Rook                           Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Co...

Viewpoints Explained: Why The Strait Of Hormuz Could Raise Your Grocery Bill A narrow stretch of water thousands of miles away is quietly shaping what you’ll pay at the grocery store. We break down how conflict in the Strait of Hormuz is driving up global prices. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri  Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsr...

When Anxiety Starts Early: What’s Changed For Kids Today We speak with school counselor Jennifer Licate about why anxiety is showing up earlier in childhood and how growing up today feels fundamentally different than it once did. We delve into the forces behind this shift, from constant connection and rising expectations to the lingering effects of disruption and what these changes mean for how ki...

Are We Overusing Mental Health Language? Some of the most clinical terms in mental health are now part of everyday speech used in texts, arguments and self-diagnosis. We look at how this cultural shift is changing the way people interpret behavior, label others and understand themselves - and why these medical terms may lead to more confusion and conflict. Guests :  Dr. Jessi Gold, Psychiatrist &...

When Anxiety Starts Early: What’s Changed For Kids Today We speak with school counselor Jennifer Licate about why anxiety is showing up earlier in childhood and how growing up today feels fundamentally different than it once did. We delve into the forces behind this shift, from constant connection and rising expectations to the lingering effects of disruption and what these changes mean for how ki...

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. Guests:  Anna VanWingerden, graduate, Columbia College Chicago, master’s student, educati...

Viewpoints Explained: The Steps That Will Lessen Your Intake Of Microplastics Microplastics are nearly impossible to avoid, but small shifts like skipping heated plastics and ultra-processed foods can help limit how much enters our bodies. Host: Ebony McMorris Producer: Amirah Zaveri Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpoin...

Culture Crash: A Version Of Harry Styles We Love To Hear Harry Styles leans into upbeat, dance-driven pop on his latest album, “Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally.” We review the recent drop this week on Culture Crash. Host & Producer: Evan Rook Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Spotify Facebook: @ViewpointsOnline X: @viewpointsradio Instagram: @viewpointsradio Full Archive Contact Us Aff...

The Push To Free America’s Rivers We look at why thousands of dams are coming down across the U.S. and what changes happen once a river is no longer held back. In places like the Klamath River, the shift is already visible, offering a clearer picture of what restoration can look like and lead to. Guests: Ann Willis, California regional director, American Rivers, senior advisor, American Rivers Act...

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...