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Marketed as the male counterpart to the award-winning film, The Substance, HIM seemed like an interesting plot and artsy film. We cover if this new horror movie is worth the watch. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-unpacking-the-hype-around-the-new-movie-him Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gold prices have surged to record highs, sparking a new wave of investor interest. Experts weigh in on what’s driving this recent gold rush and if it’s still a good time to invest in the commodity. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-why-gold-prices-are-soaring-to-record-highs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. 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. Viewpoints Explained: Why Gold Prices Are Soaring To Record Highs Gold prices have surged to record highs, sparking a new wave of investor interest. Experts weigh in on what’s driving this recent gold rush and if it’s still a good time to invest in the commodity. Culture Crash: Unpacking The Hype Around The New Movie “HIM” Marketed as the male counterpart to the award-winning film, The Substance, HIM seemed like an interesting plot and artsy film. We cover if this new horror movie is worth the watch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/1-from-skibidi-to-unalive-how-social-media-shapes-our-sentences Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/lost-at-sea-a-story-of-survival-and-the-science-of-resilience Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After several years of speculation, media mogul Rupert Murdoch has handed control of his global empire to his eldest son Lachlan. As the company pivots toward streaming and sports while keeping its heavy political influence intact, questions remain about whether Lachlan can maintain the same growth and profit long-term. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-from-rupert-to-lachlan-murdoch-the-future-of-fox-and-beyond Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Twenty One Pilots’ latest album blends past and present, proving their anxious, anthemic style is still unmistakably their own. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-why-breach-proves-that-twenty-one-pilots-still-has-it Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hurricanes In A Warming World Twenty years after Hurricane Katrina, scientists warn that climate change is fueling stronger, more destructive storms. Climate experts Daniel Gilford and Jeff Schlegelmilch explain why hurricanes are intensifying, how building codes and resiliency efforts fall short in the U.S., and what controversial strategies could mean for millions of residents living in coastal regions. Keeping Love Alive: What Every Couple Needs To Know Love may spark a marriage but keeping it alive takes continual effort. Psychologist Dr. Daphne de Marneffe explores why relationships feel so hard at times and how couples can improve their intimacy, connection and ability to face life’s challenges as a team. Viewpoints Explained: From Rupert To Lachlan Murdoch: The Future Of Fox And Beyond After several years of speculation, media mogul Rupert Murdoch has handed control of his global empire to his eldest son Lachlan. As the company pivots toward streaming and sports while keeping its heavy political influence intact, questions remain about whether Lachlan can maintain the same growth and profit long-term. Culture Crash: Why “Breach” Proves That Twenty One Pilots Still Has It Twenty One Pilots’ latest album blends past and present, proving their anxious, anthemic style is still unmistakably their own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Twenty years after Hurricane Katrina, scientists warn that climate change is fueling stronger, more destructive storms. Climate experts Daniel Gilford and Jeff Schlegelmilch explain why hurricanes are intensifying, how building codes and resiliency efforts fall short in the U.S., and what controversial strategies could mean for millions of residents living in coastal regions. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/hurricanes-in-a-warming-world Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love may spark a marriage but keeping it alive takes continual effort. Psychologist Dr. Daphne de Marneffe explores why relationships feel so hard at times and how couples can improve their intimacy, connection and ability to face life’s challenges as a team. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/keeping-love-alive-what-every-couple-needs-to-know Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From disco shimmer to rock swagger, singer Sabrina Carpenter’s new album shows just how far her sound can stretch. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-what-sabrina-carpenter-learned-from-jack-antonoff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

High school reading scores have dropped to their lowest level in decades, with absenteeism and screen time fueling the decline. We cover how some states are tackling the problem with early literacy reforms and teacher training. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-why-are-teen-reading-scores-at-a-30-year-low Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grief’s Hidden Impact On The Youngest Among Us Grief in children doesn’t always look like sadness and can present even months or years after a big loss. Child therapist Natasha Daniels shares both her professional insights and personal story of loss, highlighting the challenges families face in finding the right care and working through these emotions. Part 2: Food Insecurity In The U.S: How Local Pantries And National Policy Work In Tandem Across the U.S., food pantries and nonprofits are stretched thin as more families fall into the “working poor” category, earning just above the poverty line yet unable to make ends meet. Stephanie Hoopes of United for ALICE and Camerin Mattson of the Greater Chicago Food Depository explain how local support systems and federal programs like SNAP intersect to feed the many millions of Americans in need. Viewpoints Explained: Why Are Teen Reading Scores At A 30-Year-Low? High school reading scores have dropped to their lowest level in decades, with absenteeism and screen time fueling the decline. We cover how some states are tackling the problem with early literacy reforms and teacher training. Culture Crash: What Sabrina Carpenter Learned From Jack Antonoff From disco shimmer to rock swagger, singer Sabrina Carpenter’s new album shows just how far her sound can stretch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Across the U.S., food pantries and nonprofits are stretched thin as more families fall into the “working poor” category, earning just above the poverty line yet unable to make ends meet. Stephanie Hoopes of United for ALICE and Camerin Mattson of the Greater Chicago Food Depository explain how local support systems and federal programs like SNAP intersect to feed the many millions of Americans in need. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/part-2-food-insecurity-in-the-u-s-how-local-pantries-and-national-policy-work-in-tandem Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grief in children doesn’t always look like sadness and can present even months or years after a big loss. Child therapist Natasha Daniels shares both her professional insights and personal story of loss, highlighting the challenges families face in finding the right care and working through these emotions. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/griefs-hidden-impact-on-the-youngest-among-us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For years, we’ve viewed AppleTV+ as a low-key streamer that’s produced some hits, but isn’t in the same category as Netflix as HBO Max. We cover its stacked upcoming lineup and what we’re most excited to watch as the weather turns cooler. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-jessica-chastain-vince-gilligan-and-why-appletv-is-doubling-down Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fewer Americans are drinking, and young adults are driving this trend. Health concerns, wellness trends, and new alcohol-free spaces are shifting habits and redefining what socializing looks like today. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-the-generational-breakup-with-alcohol Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Part 1: Food Insecurity In The U.S.: One Teen’s Story & One Expert’s Warning Synopsis: 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 comm Viewpoints Explained: The Generational Breakup With Alcohol Fewer Americans are drinking, and young adults are driving this trend. Health concerns, wellness trends, and new alcohol-free spaces are shifting habits and redefining what socializing looks like today. Culture Crash: Jessica Chastain, Vince Gilligan, And Why AppleTV+ Is Doubling Down For years, we’ve viewed AppleTV+ as a low-key streamer that’s produced some hits, but isn’t in the same category as Netflix as HBO Max. We cover its stacked upcoming lineup and what we’re most excited to watch as the weather turns cooler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/redrawing-the-rules-why-the-recent-case-of-gerrymandering-in-texas-stands-out Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/part-1-food-insecurity-in-the-u-s-one-teens-story-one-experts-warning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices