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Viewpoints Radio
Hosted by Marty Peterson, Gary Price, Evan Rook, Ebony McMorris | AURN · EN
Sit down with Viewpoints each week as we report on social issues, the environment, history, food – you name it. What’s it like to give birth in prison? Could the plague resurface with climate change? How has politics been permanently reshaped by the Trump era? Candid stories on topics you should know, plus Culture Crash – a three-minute recap on a timely topic in media to keep you up-to-date on all things music, TV and film. Hosted by Marty Peterson, Gary Price, Ebony McMorris, Evan Rook and produced by Amirah Zaveri. New shows posted each Sunday by 5 a.m. EST. Subscribe and listen, and find out more info at viewpointsradio.org. Also, follow us on X & Instagram @ViewpointsRadio.
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Safety vs Surveillance: What’s The Real Reason We Use Location Sharing?
2d ago00:09:14Tap to summarizeLocation sharing can feel like a simple safety net, but we look at what happens when “peace of mind” turns into constant, obsessive monitoring. From parents tracking young adult children to couples sharing this real-time info, we explore how this technology can protect, pressure or slowly erode trust depending on how it’s used. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SpotifyFacebook: @ViewpointsOnlineX: @viewpointsradioInstagram: @viewpointsradioFull ArchiveContact UsAffiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Viewpoints Explained: Inside One Of The World’s Most Dangerous Jobs
2d ago00:02:19Tap to summarizeSaturation divers do some of the most dangerous work most of us never see by living under pressure for days or weeks to repair the underwater systems we depend on. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SpotifyFacebook: @ViewpointsOnlineX: @viewpointsradioInstagram: @viewpointsradioFull ArchiveContact UsAffiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →The Simple Learning Tool We May Be Leaving Behind
2d ago00:08:30Tap to summarizeIn an era dominated by keyboards, it is easy to think handwriting is a skill of the past. But are we shortchanging our brains by abandoning this ability? Our guests this week explore the critical cognitive benefits of handwriting and discuss how the physical act of writing by hand significantly boosts literacy, memory retention, and idea generation. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SpotifyFacebook: @ViewpointsOnlineX: @viewpointsradioInstagram: @viewpointsradioFull ArchiveContact UsAffiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Culture Crash: Olivia Rodrigo’s Most Grown-Up Breakup Album
2d ago00:02:05Tap to summarizeWe review pop star Olivia Rodrigo’s latest album, which blends pop, rock and heartbreak all into one. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SpotifyFacebook: @ViewpointsOnlineX: @viewpointsradioInstagram: @viewpointsradioFull ArchiveContact UsAffiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Safety vs Surveillance: What’s The Real Reason We Use Location Sharing? | The Simple Learning Tool We May Be Leaving Behind
3d ago00:23:32Tap to summarizeSafety vs Surveillance: What’s The Real Reason We Use Location Sharing? Location sharing can feel like a simple safety net, but we look at what happens when “peace of mind” turns into constant, obsessive monitoring. From parents tracking young adult children to couples sharing this real-time info, we explore how this technology can protect, pressure or slowly erode trust depending on how it’s used. Guests: Randi Smith, psychologist, professor, Metropolitan State University of Denver Sarah Clark, co-director, C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health, faculty member, Department of Pediatrics, University of Michigan - Ann Arbor. The Simple Learning Tool We May Be Leaving Behind In an era dominated by keyboards, it is easy to think handwriting is a skill of the past. But are we shortchanging our brains by abandoning this ability? Our guests this week explore the critical cognitive benefits of handwriting and discuss how the physical act of writing by hand significantly boosts literacy, memory retention, and idea generation. Guests: Danny Oppenheimer, professor of decision sciences, Carnegie Mellon University Virginia Wise Berninger, professor emerita, University of Washington Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SpotifyFacebook: @ViewpointsOnlineX: @viewpointsradioInstagram: @viewpointsradioFull ArchiveContact UsAffiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →The Patient Safety Risk Few Are Talking About
1w ago00:09:10Tap to summarizeThe Patient Safety Risk Few Are Talking About Synopsis: Inside one Texas hospital, a pattern emerges: too few staff, unsafe conditions and profit over people. What’s happening here points to a broader crisis - nurses across the U.S. being pushed to the brink and leaving their workplace or the profession itself. We cover the story of one nurse and how this affects patient care and outcomes. Guests: Katie Oberhelman, nurse, Saint Joseph Hospital Jessica Martinez, executive director, National Council for Occupational Safety and Health. Host: Gary Price Producer: Amirah Zaveri Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SpotifyFacebook: @ViewpointsOnlineX: @viewpointsradioInstagram: @viewpointsradioFull ArchiveContact UsAffiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Culture Crash: How “Disclosure Day” Brings Spielberg Back To Aliens
1w ago00:02:01Tap to summarizeCulture Crash: How “Disclosure Day” Brings Spielberg Back To Aliens Spielberg returns to sci-fi with “Disclosure Day” featuring Emily Blunt, Colin Firth and other big names. We review his latest summer blockbuster. Host and Producer: Evan Rook Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SpotifyFacebook: @ViewpointsOnlineX: @viewpointsradioInstagram: @viewpointsradioFull ArchiveContact UsAffiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Viewpoints Explained: Europe Wasn’t Built For This Change
1w ago00:02:01Tap to summarizeAs heat rises across Europe, many older buildings aren’t designed to stay cool. Here’s why the risk is growing and why AC alone isn’t the answer. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SpotifyFacebook: @ViewpointsOnlineX: @viewpointsradioInstagram: @viewpointsradioFull ArchiveContact UsAffiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →What A Prison Tray Reveals About Rehabilitation & Dignity
1w ago00:08:02Tap to summarizeWhat A Prison Tray Reveals About Rehabilitation & Dignity We look at how prison meals shape punishment, dignity and health while incarcerated, and how what’s served on a tray can affect a prisoner’s life long after release. Guest: Aishatu Yusuf, vice president of innovation programs, Impact Justice, co-author, Eating Behind Bars: Ending the Hidden Punishment of Food in Prison. Host: Marty Peterson Producer: Amirah Zaveri Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SpotifyFacebook: @ViewpointsOnlineX: @viewpointsradioInstagram: @viewpointsradioFull ArchiveContact UsAffiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →The Patient Safety Risk Few Are Talking About | What A Prison Tray Reveals About Rehabilitation & Dignity
1w ago00:22:34Tap to summarizeThe Patient Safety Risk Few Are Talking About Inside one Texas hospital, a pattern emerges: too few staff, unsafe conditions and profit over people. What’s happening here points to a broader crisis - nurses across the U.S. being pushed to the brink and leaving their workplace or the profession itself. We cover the story of one nurse and how this affects patient care and outcomes. Guests: Katie Oberhelman, nurse, Saint Joseph Hospital Jessica Martinez, executive director, National Council for Occupational Safety and Health. What A Prison Tray Reveals About Rehabilitation & Dignity We look at how prison meals shape punishment, dignity and health while incarcerated, and how what’s served on a tray can affect a prisoner’s life long after release. Guest: Aishatu Yusuf, vice president of innovation programs, Impact Justice, co-author, Eating Behind Bars: Ending the Hidden Punishment of Food in Prison. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SpotifyFacebook: @ViewpointsOnlineX: @viewpointsradioInstagram: @viewpointsradioFull ArchiveContact UsAffiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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