On Point
On Point was born in the immediate aftermath of the attacks of 9/11, when the country was looking for answers and impatient with old certitudes. We still carry that urgency today: to test, challenge and probe.
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Episodes
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Breaking Political Norms In The Age Of Trump
What about all those norms being busted in Washington? Among our guests: two guys named Norm.
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Aretha Franklin And Detroit: Remembering The 'Queen Of Soul' With Her City
Detroit remembers the Queen of Soul and her relationship with the Motor City.
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Electric Scooters, Controversy Roll Out In Cities Across The U.S.
Electric scooters are the new biggest thing on two wheels. They’re popping up in cities across the country, but not without controversy.
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What Serena Williams' Catsuit Ban Says About Race And Tradition In Tennis
Serena Williams, that catsuit and testing the lines of tennis traditions.
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The Dangers Facing Africa's Wild Lion Population
Africa’s remaining wild lions could be wiped out by 2050. We’ll look at the reasons for the catastrophic decline and efforts to save them.
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Why So Many Students Aren't Receiving Loan Forgiveness
A company called FedLoan services one-third of all federal student debt. But flawed paperwork and botched processing are stopping many students from receiving loan forgiveness they’re entitled to.
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The Life And Legacy Of John McCain
Tributes from around the country and the world are pouring in for Sen. John McCain. We’ll look at his remarkable life, courage and message for America.
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Alex Jones And The Outer Limits Of Free Speech On Social Media
The big social media platforms silence Alex Jones. What does this mean for free speech, for American democracy? We’ll dive in.
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The Link Between Online Shopping And Hoarding
Are online shopping and all those deals turning us into a nation of hoarders? What you should know before clicking buy.
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Prisoners Strike Across The Country To Protest 'Modern-Day Slavery'
Prisoners go on a nationwide strike to protest what they call "modern-day slavery." We’ll unpack the fury and the facts.
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The Role Of The U.S. In Yemen
After a reportedly American-made bomb killed dozens of children in Yemen, we’ll take a hard look at U.S. interests, actions and responsibilities in Yemen.
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Former Trump Attorney Michael Cohen Reaches Plea Deal; Paul Manafort Guilty On 8 Counts
President Trump’s former lawyer Michael Cohen strikes a plea deal. We’ll get the big picture on what this means for the Mueller investigation and the president. Also, former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort is found guilty of eight charges.