Viewpoints

Season 3 of the HBO show, “Industry” just dropped. We cover why it’s worth the watch. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-drama-high-stakes-multi-million-dollar-gambles-binging-industry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many companies make cancelling a subscription a tedious and mind-numbing process. We cover how the Federal Trade Commission is cracking down on these deceptive business practices.  Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-why-is-it-sometimes-so-difficult-to-cancel-subscriptions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You might’ve seen this social media content on your feed already: Video of a stay-at-home mom and wife crafting an elaborate meal and decorating a spotless house for the upcoming season. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of these kinds of videos online all connected to the ‘Trad Wife’ trend. But what are the deeper impacts of this seemingly simple content? How are young women and girls watching these videos affected by these portrayals? Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/a-backwards-online-trend-the-dark-side-of-trad-wives Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s been a lot of broken promises the last few years over wiping out student loans. Will there be any actual relief anytime soon? We cover a new policy push from the current administration to cancel millions of dollars in student loans. We also highlight the opposing arguments (both old and new) from critics against student loan cancellation. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/whats-next-for-student-loan-forgiveness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over the past year, there’s been some great new films revolving around hit men, serial killers and more. We recommend some of our favorites. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-from-hit-man-to-trap-our-favorite-movies-about-killers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Breaking, more commonly known as breakdancing, made its debut at this year’s summer Olympics in Paris. But is breaking really a pro-sport or more of an artistic expression? We cover how Olympics judges scored these improvised, yet athletic dances.  Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-breaking-down-breakdancing-at-this-years-olympic-games Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 A 2023 survey by the business intelligence company, Morning Consult found that 57 percent of Gen-Z’ers would become influencers if given the chance. For more than a decade now, this career has seemed like a straight shot to success and money. But is this dream dead now? Whether it’s Tik Tok, Instagram or YouTube, it seems like there’s an endless stream of new content creators all vying for their shot. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/the-inflated-field-of-influencing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, there are about 1,500 active volcanoes around the globe. Over ten percent are within the U.S. Would you ever travel to see a volcano explosion up close? We cover these magnificent structures, common myths and how people within the danger zone stay safe.  Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/the-inflated-field-of-influencing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our eyes, you can never go wrong when Jake Gyllenhaal is the lead in a show or film. But in all seriousness, we cover why you shouldn’t miss the limited series, “Presumed Innocent” now streaming on Apple TV+. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-why-presumed-innocent-is-our-thriller-series-pick-of-the-summer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Research has shown that a diet full of ultra processed foods is linked to higher rates of cognitive decline and stroke, among other health issues. We cover how you can spot these items and swap them out for healthier options. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-protein-bars-to-peanut-butter-figuring-out-what-counts-as-ultraprocessed-foods Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From “Love Island USA” to the latest season of “The Bachelorette” (which is now in its 21st year), reality TV continues to be one of the most popular genres in entertainment. Unknown to many viewers, this genre began in the late 1940’s – but a lot has changed since then. We speak to two experts about what makes this kind of TV so addictive. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/a-love-hate-relationship-why-we-cant-get-enough-of-reality-tv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Searching your ancestors is popular these days. It can be exciting if your ancestors were famous or if they had some connection to a historical event. However, it can be painful if your family played a part in one of the darker periods in our history, such as slavery. We talk to a man whose family held slaves and hear how he went back in history and to his family’s hometown to confront his past, to meet the relatives of those slaves, and to find out what life was like then and now for the two Tomlinson families. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/the-story-of-two-families-connected-by-slavery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We highlight three of our favorite movies now in theatres. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-our-favorites-films-playing-in-theatres-right-now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know that the vice presidency for most of the 19th and 20th centuries was largely a figurehead position? It wasn’t until the late 1970’s that this prominent title was transformed, and VPs were given much more political responsibility in the executive branch. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-from-mike-pence-to-kamala-harris-how-the-role-of-vice-president-has-evolved-in-u-s-politics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1966, Civil Rights pioneer James Meredith set out on The March Against Fear - a walk to prove black citizens no longer needed to fear white people. Soon after its beginning, Meredith was ambushed and shot. The march was continued by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Stokely Carmichael, and countless others. Weeks later, Meredith had recovered and rejoined the walk, giving history an enduring image of persistence and determination. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/the-lesser-known-civil-rights-march-headed-by-dr-martin-luther-king-jr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1980, American publishers released 45,000 titles. For the last two decades, this number has inflated to 2 million copies published each year. This exponential uptick, along with other factors, has created a challenging industry for many aspiring writers and authors. We ask - is it even possible to make it as a creative these days?  Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/is-being-a-novelist-not-so-practical-anymore Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking for a new read? We cover some of our favorite new titles that not too many people seem to be talking about.  Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-a-few-of-our-favorite-book-recs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is the new norm triple digit weather in the summer months? We cover the dangers of this extreme heat and how to stay safe this summer. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-will-this-hotter-than-usual-heat-ever-end Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should Americans with felony convictions be able to cast a ballot in state and federal elections? There are fair arguments on both sides. With the presidential election just around the corner, we speak with two experts about this heated debate.  Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/why-are-millions-of-americans-unable-to-vote Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

American adults 50 and older are the fastest growing group falling into homelessness. Last week, in part 1 of this story, we covered the factors fueling this rise. This week – we talk about why this population is especially vulnerable out on the streets and why it’s so hard to find a way back once you’re in this position. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/pt-2-1-in-4-people-living-on-the-streets-are-55-and-older-where-do-we-go-from-here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices