Episodes
What exactly is a deep fake? In what context can this technology be used? And why are experts rushing to create new policies to control this new digital weapon? We answer these questions and more this week as we dive into all aspects of deep fakes and why they pose an imminent danger during this big election year.
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Roughly 30 percent of all greenhouse gas emissions produced in the U.S. comes from industry. This includes the manufacturing of consumer goods, textiles as well as the creation of building and chemical materials. Today, the burning of fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas still drive much of this production - even when there are clean, renewable energy sources waiting to be used. We speak with expert Jeffrey Rissman about the toll of these current practices and the failure to change within this sector.
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Jennifer Lopez and Justin Timberlake were two of the hottest pop stars during the 90’s and 2000’s. But has their time passed? We discuss their latest album flops and why social media has a lot to say about their return to the stage.
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We discuss why organized religion just keeps losing followers. Where are they going? Many are finding an identity within this more modern category.
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Go back several decades and the items we eat today tasted a lot different. Viewpoints speaks with two food experts about the evolution of ingredients and how listeners cooking can incorporate some of these older, more traditional recipes onto their tables.
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Up to 150,000 bodies in the U.S. go unclaimed every year. This means that the person who’s passed has been identified, but, at the time of cremation or burial, there’s no one who’s willing to claim the body. We speak with two experts about this growing crisis and why many family members who are searching for their loved ones are often too late.
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The Writer’s Guild of America strike halted production in Hollywood for five months last year, creating a ripple effect into this year’s film and TV lineup. Will 2024 be a bust for movie lovers?
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Current exercise recommendations in the U.S. are the same for both men and women. New research published earlier this month in the “Journal of the American College of Cardiology” uncovers evidence that women may benefit much more from this type of exercise.
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We’ve all been there. You’ve given a presentation or had a job interview and realized afterwards that you may have used too many words like “um”, “you know” or “like”. While these fillers are distracting if overused, when added in moderation, they do play a very specific purpose.
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Millions of kids aren’t meeting current reading comprehension guidelines. With so many young people falling through the cracks, what’s broken within the current curriculum? What’s the best way to actually teach reading? Education expert Natalie Wexler joins us to share important insights on emerging research and what parents should know.
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Emma Stone just added another Oscar win to her resume. We discuss her evolution as an actress and what’s next for this A-list star.
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If we spend effort recycling items, it’s logical to assume that most of these bottles, cartons and boxes will be recycled and reused. However, for plastic, this is rarely the case. We talk about the plastic crisis and why it’s important to cut down on the plastic you use in your daily life.
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In the early 1900’s, deer almost went extinct after they were over-hunted for their meat, hides and antlers. Today, most parts of the country have a very different problem. We speak with wildlife expert Erika Howsare about our long and tangled relationship with the white-tailed deer.
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Why do we fear the process of getting older so much? We speak with author Caroline Paul about gaining a new perspective on aging – one that embraces adventure, new relationships and keeps us curious and growing as we age.
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From “Interstellar” to “Solaris”, we love a good sci-fi movie that transports us to a new dimension and time. We highlight some of our favorites and why the genre continues to be popular.
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Close to 4,000 prisoners escaped from two of the biggest jails in Haiti after local gangs unleashed a massive jailbreak. We cover the unfolding chaos in the capital city and why the future looks uncertain for this Caribbean country.
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The 2024 Paris Olympics is set to start in just four months. While Russian athletes have been barred from representing their country, they’ll still be able to compete on a neutral, no-representation status. However, there are still many lingering questions about the efficacy of anti-doping tests and if the Olympics will once again be plagued by athletes who are retroactively banned.
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On Monday, April 8, a total solar eclipse will hit a large diagonal stretch of the U.S. The next event of this magnitude isn’t set to happen again until 2044. We speak with eclipse expert and journalist David Baron about why a total solar eclipse is a can’t-miss event worth the travel and traffic.
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We review Season 11 of the reality TV series, “Vanderpump Rules”.
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We cover this growing movement at the polls this year as several states hold election year primaries and caucuses.
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Parole from prison is one of the key aspects of the criminal justice system. The program incentivizes good behavior, promotes rehabilitation and a successful reintegration into society. But as rates of parole have plummeted in recent years in the U.S., experts are raising doubts about the subjective nature of the process and if prisoners have the adequate tools and resources to get parole.
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NPR journalist and co-host of “All Things Considered” Mary Louise Kelly joins us to share her story of balancing motherhood with a long-spanning, demanding career in journalism. She – like many mothers – has struggled to have it all and recounts the many tradeoffs over the years.
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We discuss why older, nostalgic TV shows often seem to outperform newer releases.
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We cover the unexpected death of a 7-year-old girl late last month at a beach in Fort Lauderdale. What all parents should know about this deadly phenomenon.
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Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin. These are just some of the iconic soul artists that shaped the genre. We speak with two experts about the cultural relevance of soul music today and how current artists and organizations are carrying on the legacy of this music.
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2023 was the hottest year on record since global records began in 1850. We’re also currently far from being on track to hit The Paris Climate Agreement – a landmark international treaty adopted in 2015 to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and limit global warming to below 2 degrees Celsius this century. We speak with anthropologist and climate policy expert Naveeda Khan about the U.N. Climate Change Conference that took place this year and how smaller, developing countries are stepping up and demanding change.
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We review the upcoming release of Dune: Part Two featuring Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, Florence Pugh and other big names.
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Have you shopped at Temu before? The Chinese-owned e-commerce company has seen a meteoric rise in sales since it entered the U.S. market in September 2022. It’s known for its extremely low prices on all kinds of goods (think Amazon) but is there a deeper explanation behind these bare bone prices?
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Before a big presentation or test or job interview, most of us struggle with different levels of anxiety, nerves, and self-doubt. Dr. Dana Sinclair has worked with Olympic athletes, A-list actors and actresses, and even surgeons on how to overcome this performance anxiety and get back in control in a matter of minutes. We speak with her to learn how everyone can utilize these same strategies in their daily lives.
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As an academic advisor, Ana Homayoun has had many conversations with students, parents, and administrators. With so much competition and so many pressures, what’s always top-of-mind is grades, college admissions and how to stand out from everyone else. But what often falls by the wayside are the fundamentals of how to create a healthy and successful life. We speak with Homayoun about why so many teens (especially in the last 10 years) seem to really struggle post-high school and how parents can better prepare their kids before they hit this breaking point.
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