Perspective Podcast - May 30, 2014
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In this edition of Perspective...
The Isla Vista Killer
Six students at the University of California Santa Barbara were killed last weekend during a violent rampage in the community of Isla Vista, California. 22-year-old Elliot Rodger opened fire from a black BMW after fatally stabbing his three roommates. Now we're learning more about what might have turned this young man into a mass murderer. ABC's Cecilia Vega brings us the details from Santa Barbara.
Restrepo
This week, we spent Memorial Day honoring America's servicemen and women. Now, you're about to meet soldiers who formed a brotherhood so strong while serving in Afghanistan, they found that nothing could replace it. A new documentary takes us inside the brutal and harrowing battles they fought, and while that was hard enough, some say coming back home has been even tougher. Here's ABC's Brian Ross.
Cheating: Ashley Madison
Ever since the invention of marriage, there has been infidelity, and now some studies show a dramatic spike in cheating among women. So what's driving wives to stray? ABC's Rebecca Jarvis brings us the details.
Party Scammer
Now, cheating of a different kind ... a scam that cost couples thousands of dollars when an investment in love lead to financial heartbreak. ABC's Gio Benitez has the story.
Shakespeare in the Park
Summer isn't quite here yet, but Shakespeare in the Park productions are already kicking off in cities big and small across the country. ABC News entertainment correspondent Bill Diehl paid a visit to one of the most well known venues: New York's Central Park.
Maya Angelou
On Wednesday, Maya Angelou passed away at the age of 86. She was a poet, a singer, an activist and an inspiration to many. Here's ABC's Byron Pitts with more on her legacy.
Host: Cheri Preston
Producer: Colin Tipton
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