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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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.
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The Future Of The Reading Brain In An Increasingly Digital World
Hours and hours of screen time. How much are digital distractions changing the way kids think, and even read?
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The Origin Story Of The Gig Economy
How the American dream became temporary. We explore the origins of the gig economy, and what these gigs mean for workers now.
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What's To Come In The Week Ahead
We'll kick off the week with a look at what's to come in Washington and around the globe.