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Perspective is a weekly public affairs program hosted by Richard Baker, communications professor at Kansas State University. Perspective has been continuously produced for public radio stations by K-S... more
FAQs about Perspective.:How many episodes does Perspective. have?The podcast currently has 105 episodes available.
December 31, 2018Australian and American Indigenous Problems – December 31, 2018 (FINAL EPISODE)(FINAL EPISODE) Ever since white men first set foot on North America there have been problems with indigenous people – problems that continue to this day. Too often we either don’t know or refuse to recognize these problems with our Native Americans......more27minPlay
December 24, 2018The “Haves” and “Haves-Not” Divide – December 24, 2018When we think of philanthropy, we tend to think of benevolence, generosity, social conscience... promoted through the generous donation of money to good causes. However, one expert and worker in the field, says that is simply not the case....more27minPlay
December 17, 2018Secrecy and Science – December 17, 2018Both sides during the Cold War worked very hard to manipulate science to their advantage, despite a cherished belief by many Americans that science should not serve a political agenda. The long shadow of this struggle impacts us even today......more27minPlay
December 10, 2018The Lumbee Indians: An American History – December 10, 2018Thanksgiving tradition tells us that friendly natives helped European settlers in their time of need…and then sat down around a communal table to celebrate. However, the history of the Lumbee tribe of North Carolina tells a different story......more27minPlay
December 03, 2018Islamophobia – December 3, 2018Despite evidence to the contrary, public officials continue to ask, “Why don’t Muslims speak out against terrorism?” According to one professor, it isn’t a question but a condemnation that “wrongly assumes Islam is the driving force behind terrorism.”...more27minPlay
November 26, 2018The Impact of School Grades – November 26, 2018A former educator believes the K-12 grading system must be changed to reflect equity. He suggests ways to minimize any negative impact on learning, especially on students who are vulnerable....more27minPlay
November 19, 2018Comprehending the Universe – November 19, 2018How often have you laid under a night sky and wondered what is or might be out there in the endless tracts of space? Are there other beings there, and will we ever be able to converse with them – or do we need to fear them? These questions, and more......more27minPlay
November 12, 2018Global Food Problems – November 12, 2018Many believe that by 2050, worldwide production of food will have to increase by 70 percent. However, one expert feels that is not accurate, and that the food crisis could arrive as soon as 2027....more27minPlay
November 05, 2018Voting Impact of Diverse Americans – November 5, 2018Despite the fact that whites comprise only 63 percent of the U.S. population, 81 percent of Congressional members are white males; however, one activist feels that could very well change in this year’s elections....more27minPlay
October 29, 2018Freedom to Vote – October 29, 2018Carolyn DeWitt, president and executive director of Rock the Vote, says the freedom to vote in the United States is under attack – we need to take our civic responsibilities seriously, and do a better job of teaching civics in our public schools....more27minPlay
FAQs about Perspective.:How many episodes does Perspective. have?The podcast currently has 105 episodes available.