Viewpoints Explained: The Generational Breakup With Alcohol

This is Viewpoints Explained… Americans are drinking less, and young people are driving this trend. A new Gallup poll out last month reports that 54 percent of U.S. Adults say they drink alcohol. This is the lowest percentage since the survey began in 1939. More than half of Americans now believe even moderate drinking is bad for you – up from less than a third just a few years ago. Among younger adults, this change is even sharper. Only about […]

September 17, 2025 1

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Part 1: Food Insecurity In The U.S.: One Teen’s Story & One Expert’s Warning

Sustained higher grocery costs and shrinking safety nets are pushing more Americans into food insecurity. Through the story of Nevada high schooler Veronique Valdez and analysis from United Nations food policy expert Jean-Martin Bauer, we cover how hunger is reshaping daily life for millions of individuals and families and the crucial role of community resources and nonprofits in fighting hunger. Veronique Valdez, high school student, Boys and Girls Club of Southern Nevada Jean-Martin Bauer, Director of Food Security and Nutrition […]

September 14, 2025

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Redrawing The Rules: Why The Recent Case Of Gerrymandering In Texas Stands Out

Texas’ latest push to redraw political districts has sparked national debate over the boundaries of fair representation. With maps shifting political power and lawsuits mounting, political experts warn how this maneuver could set a dangerous precedent that reshapes elections and weakens voter influence. Guest Information: Omar Noureldin, Senior Vice President, Policy and Litigation, Common Cause Bruce Spiva, Senior Vice President, Campaign Legal Center Links for more info: Harvard Kennedy School: Explainer: Understanding the mid-decade redistricting push in Texas Campaign Legal […]

September 14, 2025

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Culture Crash: From “Superman” To “Peacemaker”: James Gunn’s New DCU Takes Shape

Welcome to Culture Crash, where we examine American culture – what’s new and old in entertainment… Since kicking off in earnest with Superman, the new Warner Brothers/DC Comics DCU universe is off and running. This interpretation of DC is being masterminded by James Gunn, and the continuity started with this summer’s Superman flick is now continuing into Peacemaker season two. Written and occasionally directed by Gunn himself, Peacemaker is an HBO Max original series starring John Cena, who reprises his […]

September 10, 2025 3

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Viewpoints Explained: What If We Never Needed Dentures Or Implants Again?

This is Viewpoints Explained… For so many people, losing a tooth means many trips to the dentist, potential pain, trouble eating, reduced confidence and other issues. But what if your body could regrow a new tooth? This possibility is now being tested in human patients in japan. The trial medicine targets a protein called USAG-1, which normally signals the body to shut down tooth development. By blocking it, researchers hope to “wake” dormant tooth buds and trigger a new tooth […]

September 10, 2025 1

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Arctic Story – Charting The Unknown: From Barents’ Expeditions To The Modern Arctic Meltdown

Four hundred years after explorer William Barents braved the Arctic’s icy unknown, journalist Andrea Pitzer retraces this same path across a region that’s now vanishing at record speed. The story of survival and discovery collides with today’s rapid melt, offering us a glimpse of what lies ahead if we continue on this same path. Guest Information: Andrea Pitzer, journalist, author, Icebound: Shipwrecked at the Edge of the World Links for more info: Amazon: Icebound: Shipwrecked at the Edge of the […]

September 7, 2025

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The Secret Ingredient To Better Confidence & Connection

Improv isn’t just comedy. It’s a crash course in listening, adaptability, and connection. Comedian and author Max Dickins shares how stepping into the unscripted can boost confidence and reshape the way we interact, from the stage to the office to everyday life. Max Dickins, comedian, author, Improvise! Use the Secrets of Improv to Achieve Extraordinary Results at Work. Instagram: @maxdickinswrites NY Times: Can Improv Comedians Make a Living? Yes, in Your Office. Psychology Today: 7 Research-Backed Benefits of Improv Comedy […]

September 7, 2025 1

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Culture Crash: The Magic Of Film: Why 70mm Screenings Outshine Digital

Welcome to Culture Crash, where we examine American culture – what’s new and old in entertainment… There is magic in seeing movies on film. In our current digital world, virtually every movie you see at your local movie theater is presented digitally, and yes.. It does the job just fine. But every once in a while, especially if you live in a big city, you can find on-film movie presentations and you’ll likely feel the difference immediately. Every summer in […]

September 3, 2025 1

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Viewpoints Explained: Why Are So Few Women In This Industry?

This is Viewpoints Explained… Just 12 percent of police officers are women and only 3 percent are in leadership positions in America. We cover one initiative that’s focused on driving more women into this public-facing sector. The post Viewpoints Explained: Why Are So Few Women In This Industry? appeared first on Viewpoints Radio.

September 3, 2025