Viewpoints Explained: The New Way We’re Paying For Everything

This is Viewpoints Explained… When shopping online, more people are choosing to split their bill into smaller payments instead of paying in full. These ‘buy now, pay later services’ like AfterPay, Klarna and Affirm have blown up in popularity over the last few years.About 15 percent of Americans have used one of these services in the past year, according to a 2024 federal reserve report. This group tends to skew younger with adults 18 to 29 the most likely to […]

March 22, 2026

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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. Guests: Julie Guntrip, head of financial wellness, Jenius Bank. For many, it’s about mental health: traveling, pursuing passions and recharging to avoid burnout. While workers at every age could potentially benefit from micro-retirements, one generation in particular is fueling this trend… Links […]

March 22, 2026

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Part 1: The Case For The Humanities In A Changing Job Market

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 College, author, What Can I Get Out of This? Teaching and Learning in a Classroom Full of Skeptics Nora Donovan, English major, sophomore, Boston College. Donovan says this reaction is […]

March 22, 2026

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Culture Crash: Nirvanna The Band The Show The Movie” & The Art Of The Long Joke

Welcome to Culture Crash, where we examine American culture – what’s new and old in entertainment… There’s a new movie out called Nirvanna The Band The Show The Movie, and the first thing you need to know about it is that it has absolutely nothing to do with Kurt Cobain or his legendary grunge rock band. Instead, it’s a mockumentary film from comedians Matt Johnson and Jay McCarrol. Johnson made a splash in the film world with his 2023 movie […]

March 14, 2026

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Viewpoints Explained: Why Younger Couples Are Embracing Prenups

This is Viewpoints Explained… 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. The post Viewpoints Explained: Why Younger Couples Are Embracing Prenups appeared first on Viewpoints Radio.

March 14, 2026

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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, environmental studies, University of California – Santa Barbara, author, The Accidental Ecosystem: People and Wildlife in American Cities Dr. Stanley Gehrt, professor, wildlife ecology, […]

March 14, 2026

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The Ozempic Era & The Staying Power Of Keto

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. Guests: Karen Bonnell, co-parent coach, author of “The Co-Parents’ Handbook: Raising Well-Adjusted, Resilient and Resourceful Kids In a Two-Home Family From Little Ones To Young Adults” Kristen Sedler is a registered dietitian in Boston who focuses […]

March 14, 2026

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Culture Crash: Charlie XCX: From Pop Princess To Gothic Queen

Welcome to Culture Crash, where we examine American culture – what’s new and old in entertainment… In the summer and fall of 2024, Brat was everywhere. Charli xcx’s sixth studio album grabbed the zeitgeist with its lime green color palette, it’s rave-influenced dance sound, and Charli’s no-cares attitude. It spawned a TikTok dance, a second album full of remixes, and months of hand-wringing all across the news landscape as Brat became a cultural movement. This year, Charli is officially moving […]

March 8, 2026

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Viewpoints Explained: Why March Is The New January

This is Viewpoints Explained… 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. The post Viewpoints Explained: Why March Is The New January appeared first on Viewpoints Radio.

March 8, 2026