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Shutdown Fallout: The Families Left Waiting For Help When the government shut down for 43 days this past October and November, tens of millions of Americans suddenly found the support they rely on slipping out of reach. The disruption revealed just how vulnerable SNAP recipients are when politics stalls and the system falters. We delve into how the SNAP system really works and break some of the misconceptions behind this government service. The Pet Boom That Never Really Ended America’s love for pets has grown into a cultural shift that reshapes how we live and spend. What began as companionship has transformed into a deep, generational attachment that fuels a massive industry and redefines who we view as core family members. Viewpoints Explained: The Hidden Cost Of Thrifting Today Thrifting is often seen as an eco-friendly alternative to fast fashion, but the reality is more complicated. As donations surge and low-quality clothing floods secondhand shops, even resale stores are struggling to ke

America’s love for pets has grown into a cultural shift that reshapes how we live and spend. What began as companionship has transformed into a deep, generational attachment that fuels a massive industry and redefines who we view as core family members. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When the government shut down for 43 days this past October and November, tens of millions of Americans suddenly found the support they rely on slipping out of reach. The disruption revealed just how vulnerable SNAP recipients are when politics stalls and the system falters. We delve into how the SNAP system really works and break some of the misconceptions behind this government service. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

American screenwriter Vince Gilligan is back with a new mystery series. We give our review this week on Culture Crash. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New polling shows Americans are buying fewer extras at the grocery store, signaling a growing caution that retailers and the economy can’t ignore. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

I Spy Delicious Pie Pie has come a long way from medieval savory fare to a global dessert favorite. Pie expert Ken Haedrich dishes out simple baking tips, his pick for Thanksgiving (creamy Southern buttermilk pie), and a reminder that the crust matters but perfection doesn’t. Bottom line: all pie is good pie. America’s Quiet Addiction: One Man’s Recovery, One Doctor’s Warning Behind the drinks we celebrate lies a nationwide addiction crisis. A recovering alcoholic and an emergency room doctor join us this week to share how easily alcohol dependence takes hold, the long-term damaging effects of this addiction and some of the newest treatments available on the frontlines. Viewpoints Explained: Inside The New Grocery Budget Squeeze New polling shows Americans are buying fewer extras at the grocery store, signaling a growing caution that retailers and the economy can’t ignore. Culture Crash: Inside The Twisty New Thriller From The “Breaking Bad” Creator American screenwriter Vince Gilligan is back

Behind the drinks we celebrate lies a nationwide addiction crisis. A recovering alcoholic and an emergency room doctor join us this week to share how easily alcohol dependence takes hold, the long-term damaging effects of this addiction and some of the newest treatments available on the frontlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pie has come a long way from medieval savory fare to a global dessert favorite. Pie expert Ken Haedrich dishes out simple baking tips, his pick for Thanksgiving (creamy Southern buttermilk pie), and a reminder that the crust matters but perfection doesn’t. Bottom line: all pie is good pie. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some movies like never lose their spark. We cover why we’ll never get tired of rewatching this mysterious drama. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In New York, a new kind of leader is stepping in. Zohran Mamdani is younger, bolder, and has a vision that’s shaking up the status quo. What his victory reveals goes far beyond this recent mayoral election. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From Neck To Nerves: What Everyday Pain Is Trying To Tell Us A sore neck, stiff shoulders, or dull backache might seem small until they’re not. Orthopaedic spine surgeon Dr. Rahul Shah joins us to explain how these everyday aches are signals from a body that’s out of sync, often due to tech habits, posture, and lack of movement. By understanding the body’s chain reaction, we can prevent years of chronic pain before it starts. Sleep Like A Baby? How Our Early Sleep Habits Shape Us We often think of sleep as a nightly reset, but what if our lifelong rest patterns are set much earlier in life? This week – we cover how researchers are uncovering how disrupted infant sleep may alter brain development and emotional regulation well into adulthood. Viewpoints Explained: From Queens To City Hall: Zohran Mamdani’s Unlikely Path In New York, a new kind of leader is stepping in. Zohran Mamdani is younger, bolder, and has a vision that’s shaking up the status quo. What his victory reveals goes far beyond this r

We often think of sleep as a nightly reset, but what if our lifelong rest patterns are set much earlier in life? We cover how researchers are uncovering how disrupted infant sleep may alter brain development and emotional regulation well into adulthood. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A sore neck, stiff shoulders, or dull backache might seem small until they’re not. Orthopaedic spine surgeon Dr. Rahul Shah joins us to explain how these everyday aches are signals from a body that’s out of sync, often due to tech habits, posture, and lack of movement. By understanding the body’s chain reaction, we can prevent years of chronic pain before it starts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The new film, “Blue Moon” features actor Ethan Hawke in this quiet, talk-heavy drama about art, regret, and what’s left unsaid. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From the U.S. to South Korea, fertility rates are hitting record lows. We break down what’s driving the global baby bust and why it matters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Clues, Categories & Consistency: Looking Back On Tv’s Smartest Survivor For 60 years, Jeopardy! has remained a constant in American television by blending intellect, competition, and charm. This week – we revisit the game show’s evolution, the lasting influence of Alex Trebek and how new host Ken Jennings is keeping the legacy alive while adapting to modern audience. The Real George Washington: What History Books Leave Out We think we know George Washington - the hero, the general, the face on the dollar bill. But behind the legend was a man navigating deep flaws, hard choices and the fragile beginnings of a nation unlike anything else. Viewpoints Explained: Fewer Births, Smaller Future: Why The Human Population Is Shrinking From the U.S. to South Korea, fertility rates are hitting record lows. We break down what’s driving the global baby bust and why it matters. Culture Crash: Richard Linklater Finds Magic In Stillness With "Blue Moon” The new film, “Blue Moon” features actor Ethan Hawke

For 60 years, Jeopardy! has remained a constant in American television by blending intellect, competition, and charm. This week – we revisit the game show’s evolution, the lasting influence of Alex Trebek and how new host Ken Jennings is keeping the legacy alive while adapting to modern audience. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We think we know George Washington - the hero, the general, the face on the dollar bill. But behind the legend was a man navigating deep flaws, hard choices and the fragile beginnings of a nation unlike anything else. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The explosive growth of artificial intelligence is fueling a surge in electricity use, straining local power grids and driving up costs across the country. As data centers multiply, experts warn that this growth may soon outpace the grid’s capacity to keep up. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker returns with a new album that trades psychedelic introspection for a brighter, club-ready sound. We review his latest drop this week on Culture Crash. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.