Parhaat Viewpoints Podcastit (2024)

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Culture Crash: The Fast-Emerging Genre of Afrobeats 3:36

13h ago3:36

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Culture Crash producer & host Evan Rook speaks with Sheila O, the host of Afrozons, about the rapid global growth of Afrobeats and the long cultural history of this genre. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-the-fast-emerging-genre-of-afrobeats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Viewpoints 115 29:59

5d ago29:59

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In Quebec, the Premier’s comments, made last week, casts a shadow over Refugee Day celebrations. François Legault blamed immigrants for Quebec’s housing crisis. A pay-what-you-can food market collaborates with community gardens, for fresh produce. And it works! And women strike outside a Nanaimo Court House and across the country, to bring awarenes…

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06.25.24 - Best states for taxes 23:46

7d ago23:46

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Whether you dream of the beaches or the mountains, where you live can have a dramatic impact on your cost of living. On this episode of Market Sense, we take a closer look at how state income taxes can impact your disposable income and retirement savings. Plus, our Fidelity pros weigh in on the latest economic news and what it means for the summer …

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Viewpoints Explained: A Big Setback for Future Missions to Mars 2:33

13h ago2:33

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A recent study published earlier this month in the journal, Nature Communications found that human kidneys are particularly susceptible to damage on long-range space trips. We cover this emerging research and what this means for plans to soon send humans to Mars. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-a-big-setback-for-future-…

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Sharenting: Inside The World Of Family Influencers 13:02

4d ago13:02

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Grant Khanbalinov began posting on Tik Tok for fun a year before the pandemic hit and the platform’s popularity skyrocketed. It wasn’t until he posted a couple videos with his children, which both went viral, that his page gained millions of views. At first, it was a great side hustle, but this all quickly went south as he noticed the effect it was…

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25,000 Pieces of Floating Space Junk: Decluttering Earth’s Orbit 9:15

4d ago9:15

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From weather forecasting to cellular coverage to global imaging, we heavily rely on space satellites to give us the information we need. The growing amount of litter at varying levels above Earth’s atmosphere threatens not only these services, but the safety of astronauts in space and Earth’s own protective shell. We discuss the growing issue of hu…

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Culture Crash: Why We’ll Never Stop Loving Science Fiction Movies 2:46

8d ago2:46

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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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Viewpoints Explained: Circle The City: How This Nonprofit Is Filling The Gap In Healthcare 2:44

8d ago2:44

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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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In Critical Condition: Cyberattacks’ Effect On Healthcare 13:36

11d ago13:36

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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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Is the Era of Dating Apps Really Over? 9:59

11d ago9:59

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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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Viewpoints 114 30:01

12d ago30:01

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Friday, June 21st, is National Indigenous People’s Day. A documentary on Indigenous astronomy expert, Wilfred Buck hits the screens in Kingston this week. Filmmaker, director and producer Lisa Jackson, will be with us. A UBC study probes managed retreat from Sumas Prairie to restore Sumas Lake. But the mayor calls it “ridiculous”. An art tour on th…

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06.18.24 - Do I need an Estate Plan? 22:40

13d ago22:40

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The Fed has decided to hold interest rates steady. We talk about what this decision could mean for the remainder of 2024 and how investor sentiment is impacting the stock market. Plus, we're talking about who needs an estate plan and what it might include. Read the View the slides Watch the video replay © 2024 FMR LLC. All rights reserved…

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Culture Crash: Love Taylor Swift & Billie Eillish? Why You’ll Love Chappell Roan 2:56

15d ago2:56

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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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Viewpoints Explained: Why the Ford F-Series and Chevy Silverado Continue To Reign Supreme 2:54

15d ago2:54

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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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Dive Inside: A Look Into Some Of The Greatest Coaches In History 12:27

18d ago12:27

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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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Reshaping Fatherhood: The Ripple Effects of an Absent Father 11:31

18d ago11:31

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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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Viewpoints 113 29:59

19d ago29:59

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We’ll first turn to the Province of Québec, where a vigil was held to mourn the deaths of Montrealers experiencing homelessness. Abram Benedict has been elected as the new Ontario Regional Chief. An American goshawk attacks Québec trekkers and prompts the temporary closure of the popular Kingsbury hiking trail. And in Sackville, New Brunswick, loca…

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06.11.24 - Secure 2.0 changes and what is means for your Retirement 24:43

21d ago24:43

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The Fed is holding their June meeting. Plus, our Fidelity pros help make sense of the changes passed under the federal Secure 2.0 Act, and explain what it could mean for your retirement savings.Read the View the slides Watch the video replay © 2024 FMR LLC. All rights reserved

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Culture Crash: Our Review of "Hit Man" & Its Down-to-Earth Director, Richard Linklater 3:05

22d ago3:05

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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 2:35

22d ago2:35

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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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“Am I Too Invested?”: The Emotional Rollercoaster Of Youth Sports 14:22

25d ago14:22

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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 9:27

25d ago9:27

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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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06.04.24 - 2024 Midyear Outlook Roundtable 49:48

26d ago49:48

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It’s half time – and time for you to come up with a game plan for the second half! Join our roundtable of Fidelity professionals for an in-depth conversation about the state of the economy, inflation, the bull market, and when the Fed might cut rates. Plus, we’ll address our top viewer questions on geopolitics, the US presidential election, and mor…

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Viewpoints 112 30:01

26d ago30:01

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In Ontario, some 200 students will have a brand new Catholic school. The Province invests $17 M in Drayton. In Montréal, Québec, the City is also investing this time, $21.4 M into four “affordable” student residences. Some 670 units up for grabs in a few years. Two women take advantage of the pandemic to gather old and recent stories about their co…

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Culture Crash: Why Billie Eilish Just Keeps Peaking 3:09

29d ago3:09

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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/adchoicesKirjoittanut AURN

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Viewpoints Explained: Move Over Fro-Yo & Cupcakes: This Dessert Just Keeps On Growing 2:48

29d ago2:48

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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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The Mysterious Oddities Of Our Universe: Conversations With A Particle Physicist 11:15

1M ago11:15

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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 9:08

1M ago9:08

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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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Viewpoints 111 29:59

1M ago29:59

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On today’s 111th episode of Viewpoints, we’ll travel to Québec, Ontario, and British Columbia. Our first stop will be in Laval, Québec, where 200 Amazon employees are the first to join a union in the country. Amazon is fighting back. Then to Ontario, where the Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corp could soon become the largest Indigenous …

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Culture Crash: From Billie Eilish To Taylor Swift: 2024 Has Been A Wild Ride For Music Lovers 2:57

1M ago2:57

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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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Viewpoints Explained: Americans Lost $10 Billion To Fraud In 2023 2:54

1M ago2:54

2:54

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 12:26

1M ago12:26

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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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Do Companies Still Care About Diversity, Equity & Inclusion? 7:39

1M ago7:39

7:39

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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Viewpoints 110 29:59

1M ago29:59

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The historic Bellevue House located in Kingston, Ontario, is reopening its doors to the public, after being closed for six years. The Québec town of Stanstead, seeks a new future for the historic Del Monty Hotel property. The Toronto Japanese Film Festival enters its 13th year, presenting more international premieres. And we’ll be visiting a Human …

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05.21.24 - “Sell in May and Go Away?” Think again... 24:13

1M ago24:13

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Americans are feeling worse about the economy, despite this bull market. So why is this happening? Our Fidelity Pros take a closer look at the factors contributing to weaker consumer sentiment. They also examine and debunk the “Sell in May” strategy by explaining the risks that come with trying to time the markets.Read the View the slides Watch the…

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Culture Crash: What’s New To Watch On HBO Max And Amazon Prime 3:25

1M ago3:25

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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/adchoicesKirjoittanut AURN

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Viewpoints Explained: The Taliban Reaffirms Its Use Of Stoning 2:32

1M ago2:32

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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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Who Exactly Are The Texas Rangers? 9:48

2M ago9:48

9:48

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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1 In 4 People Are Chronically Lonely: How Isolation Kills 10:14

2M ago10:14

10:14

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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Viewpoints 109 29:59

2M ago29:59

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It’s Invasive Species Month across the country, and we’ll be closing in on efforts made in different provinces to eradicate those plants, animals, bugs and other organisms that shouldn’t be here… on land or underwater. Out west, environmental authorities are worried about the first invasive green crab being found in Cortes Island waters. Nanaimo, B…

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Culture Crash: The Composing Genius Of Trent Reznor And Atticus Ross 2:54

2M ago2:54

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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 3:02

2M ago3:02

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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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05.14.24 - Which Investment Accounts are Right for You? 24:41

2M ago24:41

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Do I need a brokerage account? Should I consider a Roth IRA? On this episode, the Market Sense panelists discuss the pros and cons of different investing accounts and the tax strategies that set them apart. Plus, a short April sell-off has led to an early May rally. Panelists weigh in on what’s happening in the markets and what investors can expect…

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What’s Next For Elite Women’s Sports? 11:04

2M ago11:04

11:04

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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“Why Are You So Weird?”: Understanding Our Pets & Their Nuanced Quirks 8:08

2M ago8:08

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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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Viewpoints 108 29:59

2M ago29:59

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We’ll drop by Ontario, where the Russell Township forgoes a by-election by simply appointing its new mayor. The Eaton Centre will be home to the 4th Indigenous Fashion Arts Festival this May: Owen Thompson met up with the founder of the streetwear brand, Aaniin Retail. Centre Wellington’s Space Beans compete in national computer science challenge. …

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Culture Crash: Have You Seen The Netflix Hit “Baby Reindeer” Yet? 2:59

2M ago2:59

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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/adchoicesKirjoittanut AURN

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Viewpoints Explained: Understanding The FTC’s Ban On Non-Compete Agreements 3:28

2M ago3:28

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We cover what this recent ruling means for millions of workers and why several businesses are already vowing to sue to block this change. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-understanding-the-ftcs-ban-on-non-compete-agreements Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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The Housing Squeeze: How Communities Are Investing In Affordable Housing 9:45

2M ago9:45

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Even if you earn $100,000 per year, in most places across the U.S., this salary isn’t enough to be able to own a home. The housing crisis isn’t just affecting people in the lower class these days; it’s hitting individuals and families solidly in the middle class. Viewpoints speaks with two housing experts about this crisis and what towns, cities an…

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An Unrealistic Portrayal: The Effects Of Picture-Perfect Social Media 9:43

2M ago9:43

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51 percent of the American population is on Tik Tok. The average adult spends anywhere between 2-3 hours per day scrolling on social media. With people absorbing so much content these days, how are unrealistic posts or videos affecting our psyche? We speak with social media expert Dr. Ciera Kirkpatrick who spent years researching how idealized, pic…

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