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 ...
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Each week, Radio Health Journal breaks down important news in medicine, science and technology with the help of world-renowned experts. Our three weekly segments will help guide you to a happier, healthier life – with some fun facts to share at dinner parties. Can magic mushrooms cure your depression? Have we outrun natural selection? Hosted by Elizabeth Westfield, Greg Johnson and Shel Lustig and produced by Kristen Farrah and Amirah Zaveri. New shows posted each Sunday by 5 a.m. EST. Subsc ...
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Culture Crash: Why We’ll Never Stop Loving Science Fiction Movies
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From “Interstellar” to “Arrival”, we love a good sci-fi movie that transports us to a new dimension. We highlight some of our top picks – new and old – from the genre. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-why-well-never-stop-loving-science-fiction-movies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Medical Notes: Nightmares May Be Signaling A Deeper Illness, Why Older Women Should Go Vegan, And Some People Don’t Have An Inner Voice. It’s recently been discovered that a small part of the population ...
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Bad night of sleep? It could be signaling an autoimmune disease. Older women may want to consider a vegetarian diet. It’s recently been discovered that a small part of the population has no inner voice. Can magic mushrooms cure a stutter? Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-nightmares-may-be-signaling-a-deeper-illness-why-older…
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Viewpoints Explained: Circle The City: How This Nonprofit Is Filling The Gap In Healthcare
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In a 2023 report, the Department of Housing and Urban Development estimated that there’s currently around 650,000 people homeless in the U.S. That’s a 12 percent increase from 2022. This growing population is chronically lacking healthcare, access to medications and seldom receives continuous care after leaving a hospital. We highlight one nonprofi…
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Homeless Healthcare: Medical Respite For Patients In Need
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Where do the homeless go to recover after being discharged from the hospital? For many, the only option is back out to the street. Hope Has A Home is a medical respite center for women in D.C. and serves as an example for other operations around the country. Our experts explain why this care is needed and what’s next for the residents once they lea…
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In Critical Condition: Cyberattacks’ Effect On Healthcare
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Earlier this year, Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago – one of the most prominent children’s hospitals in the country – was crippled for weeks from a cybersecurity attack on its systems. For weeks, doctors, nurses and administrators scrambled to manually write prescriptions, manage care and access patient records while hundreds of patients had to…
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Stillbirths Can Be Prevented – What Every Pregnant Woman Should Know
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The CDC estimates that stillbirth affects nearly 21,000 babies each year in America, but we can reduce these deaths through education and awareness. Dr. Steve Rad, OB/GYN to the stars, explains the warning signs every mother and physician should know. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/stillbirths-can-be-prevented-what-every-pregnant-woman-…
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There’s been a lot of media attention the last couple years on how “The Golden Era” of dating apps is over. While there seems to be a lot of growing frustration from user, where are people finding love, if not online, these days? We delve into the current landscape of dating online, its challenges (and upsides) and what’s next for the millions of s…
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Culture Crash: Love Taylor Swift & Billie Eillish? Why You’ll Love Chappell Roan
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We discuss up-and-coming artist, Chappell Roan who just released her debut full-length album last year. The new release is full of fun summer songs that are sure to stick around in your head and keep you feeling energized. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-love-taylor-swift-billie-eillish-why-youll-love-chappell-roan Learn more …
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Medical Notes: What You Should Know Before Quitting Birth Control, The Benefits Of Red Cabbage Juice, And Are You Eating Too Much Protein?
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What you need to know before quitting birth control. Protein is an essential nutrient, but are you eating too much of it? Why you should be juicing your produce. Plus, why are we always blinking? Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-what-you-should-know-before-quitting-birth-control-the-benefits-of-red-cabbage-juice-and-are-you-…
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Viewpoints Explained: Why the Ford F-Series and Chevy Silverado Continue To Reign Supreme
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Two out of the top three selling cars so far this year are both trucks. We cover Americans long-held love for large, pickup trucks despite their impractical design in many settings. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-why-the-ford-f-series-and-chevy-silverado-continue-to-reign-supreme Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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Scarring: “You Die From a Burn or You Live With Pain and Disfigurement”
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Scarring is an evolutionary trait that’s helped us survive this long, but they can come with some downsides. Aside from the visible scar, the healed tissue no longer functions like normal skin. Dr. Michael Longaker, a plastic surgeon, explains the purpose of scarring and new technology that could completely reverse the damage. Learn More: https://r…
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Dive Inside: A Look Into Some Of The Greatest Coaches In History
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Billions of people have heard of 23-time Olympic gold medalist swimmer, Michael Phelps. But what about Bob Bowman? Most likely not. Bowman was Phelps’ longtime swimming coach who started working with the young swimmer at just 11 years old. He was there every step of the way in Phelps’ athletic career, crafting him into the Olympic legend he is toda…
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The Modern Father: A History of Men and Babies
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Maternal instinct has always been expected of women, but new research shows that these natural responses are also hardwired into men. Dr. Sarah Hrdy, an anthropologist, reveals the biological evidence of involved fathers – even before humans existed – and the natural origins of fatherhood. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/the-modern-fathe…
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Reshaping Fatherhood: The Ripple Effects of an Absent Father
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As Americans head out to brunch or a park to BBQ to celebrate Father’s Day this year, there are also millions who aren’t celebrating. Across the U.S., there are many adults who have a broken relationship with their father or grew up without a father figure in their life. We speak with nonprofit CEO Kenneth Braswell about the social service framewor…
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Medical Notes: Why Kids Need Homework, the Immune Benefits of Brushing Your Teeth, and Is THC a Safe Cure for Morning Sickness?
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Sorry kids, homework is here to stay. The best defense against disease may start with your teeth. Plus, is it safe to smoke weed while pregnant? Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-why-kids-need-homework-the-immune-benefits-of-brushing-your-teeth-and-is-thc-a-safe-cure-for-morning-sickness Learn more about your ad choices. Visi…
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Culture Crash: Our Review of "Hit Man" & Its Down-to-Earth Director, Richard Linklater
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You may not be familiar with director, Richard Linklater but he’s the creative genius behind some of the most classic films of the past 30 years. Some of his blockbuster hits include “Dazed and Confused”, “The School of Rock” and his latest release, “Hit Man.” Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-our-review-of-hit-man-its-down-to-e…
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Viewpoints Explained: Redefining Race (Again) in the U.S. Census
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The next U.S. Census nationwide poll will include new subdivisions of race. We explain the reason for the shift, the new categories and the interesting progression of this socially constructed definition. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-redefining-race-again-in-the-u-s-census Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega…
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Manifestation: The Scientific Path To Creating Your Dream Life
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Manifestation may seem like a cool magic trick, but Dr. James R. Doty, a neurosurgeon, says there’s nothing supernatural about it. The mindfulness practice is all about positive self-talk and extreme focus on your deepest desires. Doty explains how to properly manifest in order to reach your fullest potential. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal…
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“Am I Too Invested?”: The Emotional Rollercoaster Of Youth Sports
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The world of youth sports can be incredibly taxing. Strenuous practices, hefty investments and increasingly selective teams can add up to parents pushing their kids to the brink. We speak with Rich Cohen, a longtime hockey dad, about the modern pressures of competitive sports and why some parents seem to end up caring more winning than their own ki…
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Born Into Slavery: Stark Portraits Of The Four Million Enslaved In The 1800’s
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Imagine being born into slavery in the South. You don’t have a dime to your name, don’t have any education and all you know are the surrounding fields of the plantation you worked on for years or decades. What would you do after the abolishment of slavery? How would you start over? Historian Richard Cahan joins us this week to share a few of the fi…
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Why Is Forced Sterilization Still Legal In America?
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Britney Spears’ fight for autonomy in 2021 was the first time many people realized that forced sterilization still exists in America. Our experts explain how this practice has been used throughout history and discuss the debate of outlawing forced sterilization. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/why-is-forced-sterilization-still-legal-in-a…
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Medical Notes: Dangerous Heatwaves This Summer, New Devices for Fentanyl Testing, and Is Intermittent Fasting As Helpful as We Think?
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Is intermittent fasting as beneficial as we think? Why older adults should take caution this summer. We now have better drug tests. Plus, are parents too trusting of virtual reality? Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-dangerous-heatwaves-this-summer-new-devices-for-fentanyl-testing-and-is-intermittent-fasting-as-helpful-as-we-…
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Culture Crash: Why Billie Eilish Just Keeps Peaking
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We review singer Billie Eilish’s new album, Hit Me Hard and Soft and why we just can’t get enough of this talented singer and songwriter. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-why-billie-eilish-just-keeps-peaking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AURN
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Viewpoints Explained: Move Over Fro-Yo & Cupcakes: This Dessert Just Keeps On Growing
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We cover the latest dessert craze sweeping America. Yes, we’re talking about why people can’t seem to get enough of those fresh-baked oversized, gourmet cookies. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-move-over-fro-yo-cupcakes-this-dessert-just-keeps-on-growing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Taboo Or Liquid Gold? Period Blood Is The Key To Managing Women’s Health
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A woman’s menstrual blood has always been regarded as a waste product – until now. Dr. Sara Naseri, co-founder of Qvin, has completely changed how science thinks about period blood. She’s pioneered research on just how useful this fluid is at managing so many aspects of female health. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/taboo-or-liquid-gold-…
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Cancer Clinical Trials: The Harsh Reality Of Potentially Lifesaving Care
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Clinical trials can be lifesaving for many cancer patients, so why are participation rates so low? Obstacles like the cost of travel and childcare keep too many patients from receiving experimental care. Our experts explain how the system needs to be restructured to increase access and save lives. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/cancer-c…
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The Mysterious Oddities Of Our Universe: Conversations With A Particle Physicist
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We speak with particle physicist Harry Cliff about the many things we still don’t understand about this vast abyss we call our universe. We also dive into the specifics of particle physics. What do these scientists study exactly? How did the field itself evolve? Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/the-mysterious-oddities-of-our-universe-convers…
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Attribution Science 101: Helping Us See The Real-World Impacts Of Climate Change
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We follow-up on a story we did back in 2021 on attribution science to update listeners on how the field has evolved and the bigger role it plays today. Attribution science, simply put, analyzes extreme weather events to find out if climate change played a role in the event’s occurrence as well as its severity or frequency. We speak with attribution…
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Culture Crash: From Billie Eilish To Taylor Swift: 2024 Has Been A Wild Ride For Music Lovers
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There’s already been so many huge music drops in the first six months of 2024. We cover some of our favorites so far and upcoming album releases this summer and fall that we can’t wait to listen to. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-from-billie-eilish-to-taylor-swift-2024-has-been-a-wild-ride-for-music-lovers Learn more about yo…
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Medical Notes: Cold Plunge For Your Heart Health, Why New Mothers Shouldn’t Use Thc, And This Year’s Historic Hurricane Season
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We may be able to reverse antibiotic resistance. Is 2024 the year of natural disasters? New mothers should think twice before using cannabis. Do you need to take a cold shower? Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-cold-plunge-for-your-heart-health-why-new-mothers-shouldnt-use-thc-and-this-years-historic-hurricane-season Learn mo…
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Viewpoints Explained: Americans Lost $10 Billion To Fraud In 2023
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Each year, Americans lose several billions of dollars to online scams – and this total just keeps rising year-after-year. We highlight some of the fastest growing frauds and why thousands of people each day are falling for these persuasive narratives. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-americans-lost-10-billion-to-fraud-in…
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Can’t Shake Your Sweet Tooth? Why Modification & Moderation Are Your Two Bff’s
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Many people think leading a healthy lifestyle means largely giving up baked goods, puddings, and other desserts. But our two guests today are big proponents of being healthy and being able to eat your cake. Experts explain how you can make easy substitutes and modifications that produce tasty (but still relatively healthy) desserts. Learn More: htt…
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How Hypnosis Can Fix Your Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Your gut issues may be all in your head – literally. Dr. Megan Riehl specializes in using hypnotherapy to treat irritable bowel syndrome. IBS is often a disorder of gut-brain interaction, meaning that mental factors like stress can cause physical issues. Riehl explains the science behind gut hypnotherapy and who can benefit. Learn More: https://rad…
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Do Companies Still Care About Diversity, Equity & Inclusion?
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Over the last five years, companies have made a lot of promises about improving workforce diversity and reducing discrimination in recruitment and internal promotions. However, in recent months, many of these directives have been called into question for their lack of effectiveness and ability to promote real change across the organization. We spea…
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“We Don’t Bleed Salt”: Exposing The Industry-Wide Flaw In Tampon Testing
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Though tampons were originally used by soldiers to plug bleeding wounds, the product is now essential for many women during their periods. But you may be surprised to learn that tampons aren’t tested with blood, but a saltwater solution. Our expert reveals how this testing method started and the repercussions it continues to have on modern products…
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Medical Notes: Curing Your Diabetes, The Cicada Invasion, And How Coal Trains Are Ruining Communities
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Why the coal industry needs a new transportation model. Can you cure your diabetes? The cicada invasion may be worse than expected. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-curing-your-diabetes-the-cicada-invasion-and-how-coal-trains-are-ruining-communities Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Culture Crash: What’s New To Watch On HBO Max And Amazon Prime
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We highlight some of our favorite recent releases on streaming platforms HBO Max and Amazon Prime. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-whats-new-to-watch-on-hbo-max-and-amazon-prime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AURN
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Viewpoints Explained: The Taliban Reaffirms Its Use Of Stoning
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Why is stoning still used as a form of capital punishment in several countries around the world? We cover this medieval practice and how women in Afghanistan are being specifically targeted by the Taliban. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-the-taliban-reaffirms-its-use-of-stoning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me…
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The Texas Rangers (no, not the World Series-winning baseball team) but the western law enforcement agency dating back to 1823 is known for patrolling the rugged Texas terrain. For almost 200 years, its members have protected tiny towns along the border and have helped solve numerous crimes and corruption throughout the state. However, the valiant g…
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Sick And Desperate: How Gofundme Exposes America’s Failing Health System
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Medical crowdfunding allows strangers to donate to someone’s kidney surgery or next insulin purchase. It’s a great opportunity for a community to lift each other up, but should people have to resort to asking strangers for money for their health issues? Our expert explains why crowdfunding isn’t filling the gap left by America’s broken healthcare s…
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Climate Change Will Cause Forced Migration – Are You Vulnerable?
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Climate change affects everything from economics and environment to global policy and crime levels. Recent reports on the drastic weather changes may make it seem irreversible, but nothing’s set in stone. Our experts discuss what the future will look like if we’re able to make the necessary changes – and if we’re not. Learn More: https://radiohealt…
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1 In 4 People Are Chronically Lonely: How Isolation Kills
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Loneliness and isolation are growing problems in the U.S. From young adults to aging seniors, chronic loneliness can lead to very real health consequences. We speak with social and public health expert Kasley Killam about the societal shifts that are feeding into this epidemic and how listeners can begin feeling more connecting to their loved ones,…
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Medical Notes: The Foolproof Way To Remember Names, Increasing Diversity In Stem Programs, And What’s Causing The Rise Of Measles
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Should you be worried about measles? If you’re bad with names, we may have found the solution. How to increase diversity in stem programs. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-the-foolproof-way-to-remember-names-increasing-diversity-in-stem-programs-and-whats-causing-the-rise-of-measles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me…
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Culture Crash: The Composing Genius Of Trent Reznor And Atticus Ross
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There are some movies that we watch where we love the soundtrack as much, or sometimes more, than the film itself. We cover the new film, Challengers and why its musical score is a fantastic listen. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-the-composing-genius-of-trent-reznor-and-atticus-ross Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg…
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Viewpoints Explained: An End To The Affordable Connectivity Act
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23 million low-income Americans currently rely on a program that provides subsidized Internet. But this access may soon come to end as the Affordable Connectivity Act loses government funding. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-an-end-to-the-affordable-connectivity-act Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a…
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Women’s college basketball superstar Caitlin Clark made countless headlines and drew thousands of new fans to the league for her record-setting season. Now, she’s kicking off her first year in the WNBA. But despite her athletic dominance, her first year’s salary is just $76,000. It’s no surprise that women’s sports have long trailed behind men’s in…
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The Nursing Home Shortage Is Going To Leave Many Of Us Without Care
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The ongoing nursing home shortage was only made worse by the pandemic – and still hasn’t recovered. In fact, Dr. Michael Barnett, associate professor of health policy and management, doesn’t think it can unless industry-wide changes are made. He offers different solutions and advice on how to prepare for when it affects you. Learn More: https://rad…
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“Why Are You So Weird?”: Understanding Our Pets & Their Nuanced Quirks
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Ever wonder why your cat can’t stop nudging your legs, or why it takes your dog forever to find the right spot to pee? Animal expert and researcher Eleanor Spice Rice joins us this week to explain the deeper reasons behind why our pets act in these weird ways. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/why-are-you-so-weird-understanding-our-pets-their…
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‘They’d Rather Go Back To Combat’: Men Facing Their Military Sexual Trauma
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One in fifty male veterans report having experienced military sexual trauma (MST), but not much research has been done around the best treatment to help these men heal. Dr. Jonathan Yahalom, a psychologist, explains how MST symptoms feed into the lack of research and what his own studies show on how to treat male survivors. Learn More: https://radi…
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Culture Crash: Have You Seen The Netflix Hit “Baby Reindeer” Yet?
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We review the recent release, “Baby Reindeer” that’s been drumming up a lot of buzz online. Season 1 is now streaming on Netflix. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-have-you-seen-the-netflix-hit-baby-reindeer-yet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AURN
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