Viewpoints Explained: In Rememberance: Honoring Scientist & Advocate Jane Goodall

This is Viewpoints Explained… Jane Goodall has passed away at the age of ninety-one. She’s best known for devoting her life to the study and protection of chimpanzees, and for forever changing the way we see animals. For Goodall, her journey into science was anything but typical. Back then in the 1950’s in Europe, it was almost unheard of for a woman to study animals alone in the wild. Science was dominated by men, and the image of a young […]

October 15, 2025 1

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Why A Louisiana Librarian Became A National Target

After middle school librarian Amanda Jones voiced her opposition to book banning at a local Louisiana school board meeting, she began receiving thousands of death threats. We cover both perspectives behind the book banning debate and talk to Jones about the challenges she’s faced over the past few years and explore what drives her to keep advocating for her cause. Amanda Jones, author, That Librarian: The Fight Against Book Banning in America Links for more info: That Librarian Book on […]

October 12, 2025 1

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The Widening Divide In Politics, Love And Life

From politics to dating to ideas of what success looks like, young men and women are increasingly on opposite sides. This week – we’re joined by two experts who trace the divide back to social media, shifting power dynamics, and cultural change. Both also raise some key questions about how this generational split will reshape current norms. Corey Seemiller, Gen Z researcher, professor, leadership studies, Wright State University Richard Nennstiel, sociologist, researcher, University of Bern Links for more info: Corey […]

October 12, 2025 1

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Culture Crash: Unpacking The Hype Around The New Movie “HIM”

Welcome to Culture Crash, where we examine American culture – what’s new and old in entertainment… Last year, audiences were thrilled by The Substance, a body horror satire that deliriously took on beauty standards and the gold rush of products that promise people, but specifically women, can look younger and more beautiful if only they buy the right stuff. Anchored by star performances from both Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley, The Substance went from a niche horror movie out of […]

October 8, 2025 2

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Viewpoints Explained: Why Gold Prices Are Soaring To Record Highs

This is Viewpoints Explained… If you’re lucky enough to have bought gold twenty years ago, you’re probably pretty happy right now. Back in the early 2000’s, the price per ounce was just under four hundred dollars. Today, this number sits at just over thirty-six hundred dollars per ounce, according to investment firm, American Hartford Gold. The real surprise has been what’s happened just in the last year. Since 2024, gold’s value has skyrocketed by 55 percent. So, what’s driving this […]

October 8, 2025 1

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Lost At Sea: A Story Of Survival And The Science Of Resilience

After four months adrift in the Pacific Ocean in the 1970’s, Marilyn and Maurice Bailey’s survival hinged on their ability to stay mentally resilient. Psychologist George Bonanno and journalist Sophie Elmhirst break down why resilience doesn’t always mean sheer optimism and thick skin and what traits we can embody to feel more resilient through life’s ups and downs. George Bonanno, professor, clinical psychology, Teachers College, Columbia University, author of The End of Trauma Sophie Elmhirst, journalist, author, A Marriage at […]

October 5, 2025

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From ‘SKIBIDI’ To ‘UNALIVE’: How Social Media Shapes Our Sentences

Slang words like “rizz” and “unalive” aren’t just passing fads but reveal how social media algorithms are shaping the way we talk. Linguist Adam Aleksic explains how slang spreads, why emojis are still so popular and how technology is accelerating the pace of language change. Adam Aleksic, linguist, author of Algospeak: How Social Media is Transforming the Future of Language Links for more info: Algospeak Book Adam Aleksic Instagram The post From ‘SKIBIDI’ To ‘UNALIVE’: How Social Media Shapes Our […]

October 5, 2025

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Culture Crash: Why “Breach” Proves That Twenty One Pilots Still Has It

Welcome to Culture Crash, where we examine American culture – what’s new and old in entertainment… Twenty One Pilots released their first major label album in 2013, called Vessel. Immediately, the band made a name for themselves with a signature blend of electropop, hip hop, and indie rock. Their influences include Linkin Park, Death Cab For Cutie and My Chemical Romance, but also 311 and Matisyahu. Twenty One Pilots has never been afraid to mix up their genres and create […]

October 1, 2025 1

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Viewpoints Explained: From Rupert To Lachlan Murdoch: The Future Of Fox And Beyond

This is Viewpoints Explained… For decades, billionaire Rupert Murdoch swayed public opinion through his vast media empire. Now at 94 years old, he’s announced he’s handing over the reigns to his eldest son, Lachlan. The family is worth around twenty-four billion dollars and oversees fox news, The New York Post, The Wall Street Journal and several other media entities around the world. But go back to the 1950’s and this monolith was almost nonexistent. It all started with a small […]

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