Perspective Podcast - June 20, 2014
In this edition of Perspective...
Foreign Policy & Intelligence
The crisis in Iraq has sparked criticism and debate over President Obama's foreign policy. Many Republicans and even some Democrats say the President should respond more forcefully to fighting in the Middle East as well as tension in Asia and threats from Russia to Ukraine. ABC's Richard Davies says it looks like the world is becoming a more dangerous place.
Arson Squad Under Fire
Arson can be one of the toughest crimes to prove, but in Phoenix, one arson squad seemed to find answers few others could. They were heralded as some of the best arson investigators in the nation, but now there are concerns they might have been accusing the innocent. ABC News national correspondent Byron Pitts has the story.
Minutes To Save a Life
Think your day job is stressful? For the trauma surgeon you're about to meet, every day can be a matter of life and death. ABC's David Wright tagged along with him for a nerve-racking 24-hour shift.
Anonymous Cyberbullying
School bullies are now using new apps to inflict emotional damage on their victims. This latest cyberbullying tool is giving tormentors an edge and making it harder to stop them from ruining reputations. ABC's Mara Schiavocampo tells us more.
Vacation Rip-offs
The internet has made booking a vacation easier than ever, but it's also easier for con artists to rip you off online. There's one especially diabolical scheme that's ruining vacations all across the country. Here's ABC News chief business and economics correspondent Rebecca Jarvis.
Host: Cheri Preston
Producer: Colin Tipton
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