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Perspectives
by Northern Public Radio
Perspectives are commentaries produced by and for WNIJ listeners, from a panel of regular contributors and guests.
Episodes
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Perspective: Hair sends a message
Lonny Cain's hair has something to say.
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Perspective: Why isn't Grant on Mt. Rushmore? The consequences of 'fictional truths'
There's truth and there's fiction. And Anissa Kuhar says in the wrong hands, it can change history.
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Perspective: The pay-to-play game
Lou Ness says it's time to vote. And vote wisely.
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Perspective: Halloween haunting
Give me pumpkins and haybales this spooky season, says Rosie Klepper.
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Perspective: When the children play 'Intruder'
A children's game is a wake-up call for Beth Schewe.
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Perspective: We didn't vote for data centers
Susan Goldberg urges people to speak out against data centers.
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Perspective: I am Jane Doe
October 8 is a day of action against violence against women, according to Women's March Rockford
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Perspective: What employers want
Employers want professionals. Anissa Kuhar teaches students how to be just that in this difficult job market.
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Perspective: Bringing Illinois prairies back to life
Finding intact native prairie in Illinois is a rare and special thing. Amy Doll says to check your local cemetery.
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Perspective: Get your financial house in order
Wester Wuori has some tips on getting your financial life together, for your family's sake.
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Perspective: Time after time...
Rick Brooks ponders elections past and future.
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Perspective: Show up for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, says Beth Ganion of DeKalb's Safe Passage.
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Perspective: First Amendment
Deborah Booth says the First Amendment is under attack.
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Perspective: I need pockets
Lonny Cain checks his pockets.
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Perspective: In praise of old tech
For Francisco Solares-Larrave, sometimes a watch is more than a watch.
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Perspective: Finding fun in a world of 'famas'
Frances Jaeger encourages your inner cronopio. Don't worry, she'll explain.
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Perspective: What does it matter who is speaking?
David Gunkel tries a different way of thinking about AI-generated content.
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Perspective: Which is better, surgery or cookies?
Active is good, says Wester Wuori.
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Perspective: I'm having cake for dinner
Could it be the best birthday ever for Rosie Klepper? The Constitution comes to her defense.
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Perspective: The real Dolly Parton
Tom McBride salutes our Queen of Country.
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Perspective: The power of sports (even when you're not great at them)
Beth Schewe shares the joy of participating in sports, even if you're in the DFL Club.
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Perspective: Mother Nature decides
It's a summer of robins, rabbits, pansies and milkweed for Lynn Hill.
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Perspective: Seeing yourself through the eyes of others
Suzanne Degges-White says you might be surprised by what people are saying about you.
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Perspective: Listen to your neighbors
Katie Andraski says a story of dog-hoarding could be a lesson for us all.
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Perspective: An appreciation of the filibuster
Bob Evans points out that the filibuster plays an important role in our democracy.
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Perspective: Evacuated
Chris Fink's annual writing class in the Boundary Waters took a terrifying turn this year.
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Perspective: Is college worth it?
Joseph Flynn takes a look at the value of expertise in a world where anti-intellectualism is growing.
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Perspective: My own Odyssey
Paula Garrett shares more about her journey to find her muse in Greece.
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Perspective: Know what you know
Lonny Cain talks about the things we know ... or think we know.
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Perspective: Perhaps we aren't too big
Andrew Nelson circles back in history and it's not pretty.
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Perspective: Healthcare is a right
Dr. John Maynard says there is a better way when it comes to healthcare for Americans.
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Perspective: Can't we do this any better?
It's time for Wester Wuori to flare off some methane, er, gaseous political build-up, again.
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Perspective: Ending the photo moratorium
Marnie O. Mamminga resisted taking photos for a month — but then the biggest temptation stepped back in front of her camera.
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Perspective: Oppenheimer and Odysseus
Tom McBride wonders which tortured male hero director Christopher Nolan will take on next.
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Perspective 250: Singing 'America the Beautiful,' far, far away
It's a beautiful moonlit night in Sri Lanka and it's your turn to entertain your new friends around the bonfire. Rick Brooks surprised himself.
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Perspective: Oz from a different angle
Deborah Booth finds magic in watching the Wizard of Oz with her grandchild — but she can't forget the dark side of the rainbow.
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Perspective: Snack time
In honor of National Junk Food Day, Rosie Klepper shares her new favorite snack with us.
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Perspective: Pay attention to what you pay attention to
Dan Kenney says your attention is worth protecting.
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Perspective: Fad or function?
Check out Anissa Kuhar's closet.
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Perspective: The wisdom of the crowd
The reaction to a DeKalb City Council vote about unhoused people has Emily McKee feeling hopeful.
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Perspectives 250: Grateful for this country's gifts
Katie Andraski remembers digging up our nation's past.
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Perspective 250: What about jazz?
Joseph Flynn noticed that an American original was missing from the nation's celebrations for the 250th anniversary.
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Perspective: Memories of Kalymnos
Paula Garrett takes us where rock climbers meet sponge divers.
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Perspective 250: We are worth celebrating
What makes America great? Nia Norris is Clueless.
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Perspective: Outdoor education isn't extra — it's essential
Julie Bassett wants to give kids the opportunity to explore nature.
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Perspective 250: A perspective on perspective
Andrew Nelson reflects on our country of contradictions.
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Perspective: The gift of music, without crushing the joy
Laura Eakmen wants her son to love music, so needed another approach.
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Perspective: Always tip the street musicians
Perspective author Marnie O. Mamminga wants to keep the music flowing.
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Perspective: The Beautiful Game
It's World Cup time for Wester Wuori.
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Perspective: Obama Presidential Center
Deborah Booth is planning to visit the newest Presidential Center, which is much more than a museum.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does Perspectives have?
Perspectives currently has 300 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Perspectives about?
Perspectives are commentaries produced by and for WNIJ listeners, from a panel of regular contributors and guests.
How often does Perspectives release new episodes?
Perspectives publishes regularly with 300 episodes available. Check the episode list for the typical release schedule.
Where can I listen to Perspectives?
You can listen to Perspectives on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.
Who hosts Perspectives?
Perspectives is created and hosted by Northern Public Radio.
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