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Monday through Friday get up to speed on the biggest headlines of the day with 5 Things. On Saturdays, get a break for your ears with good news from 5 Good Things. And at noon and Sundays, we take you beyond the headlines to help make sense of what everyone is talking about in politics and beyond with One Thing.

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Yesterday · 6 min
Tracking Tropical Storm Isaias
The latest on Christa Pike’s condition and today’s hearing over her failed execution last week. A man has been charged in an alleged Mall of America terror plot. President Donald Trump floats firing top political advisers less than 30 days before the midterms. A dangerous storm is forecast to become the Atlantic’s first hurricane of the season. Plus, details on the new auto enrollment structure for Trump Accounts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Yesterday · 11 min
Why Some Election Officials Are Urging Voters To Use Drop Boxes
In the wake of President Donald Trump’s baseless attacks on mail-in voting and new rules from the US Postal Service, some election officials are encouraging voters to return their ballots in drop boxes. However, disinformation and conspiracy theories persist. We explore how local officials are working to secure them ahead of Election Day. --- Guest: Jeremy Herb, CNN Politics Reporter Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Yesterday · 8 min
TN Inmate Who Survived Execution Attempt is Awake
TN Inmate who survived execution attempt is awake & speaking. Trump to talk to Putin about mysterious death of employee at anti-plague lab. Republican super PAC spending $5M on SC Senate race. Ex-CIA official pleads guilty to fraud scheme that involved 4 luxury houses & $46M in gold bars. Extreme explorer launches 400+ mile journey in Congo River basin on inflatable kayak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tuesday · 8 min
Thousands Detained in France Protests
Another prominent official is getting involved in gang rape allegations at Cornell University. President Donald Trump signed a new order aimed at lowering diesel prices. New York became the first to declare a statewide measles disaster emergency. A wave of massive student protests has France on edge. Plus, the tech push behind a new mega-merger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tuesday · 12 min
Why Republicans are Playing Defense in Trump Country
President Donald Trump is in the midst of a weeklong campaign blitz through Trump-friendly territory, trying to beat back Democratic headwinds ahead of Election Day. But will his presence hurt or help GOP turnout? We head to Nebraska to find out. --- Guest: Jeff Zeleny, CNN Chief National Affairs Correspondent Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tuesday · 8 min
Trump to Stop Using Taxpayer Money for Promo Ads
Trump to stop using taxpayer money for promo ads. Cornell faculty prepare vote of no confidence against administration. Trump approves first military execution by firing squad since WWII. Influential TV evangelist Jim Bakker dies at 86. Robots trained to melt themselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Monday · 9 min
Former ‘American Idol’ Contestant Sentenced
An Israeli airport may have been the target in a suspected hijacking attempt last week. A Russian lab worker’s death is sparking fears of the plague. A new revelation is raising more questions about what Cornell University police shared with prosecutors in a sexual assault investigation. The man convicted of murdering his wife now faces his final sentence. Plus, meet the newest Nobel Prize winners that helped illuminate the deepest mysteries of the human brain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Monday · 14 min
In 2026, You Can’t Spell ‘Campaign Ads’ Without AI
As voter skepticism of artificial intelligence and data centers rises, a new CNN analysis finds that millions of dollars are being spent on midterm advertising that appears to include AI-generated content. However, more than two-thirds of that spending has been on ads that didn't disclose using the technology. We break down what to look for and whether the ads could impact the outcome of certain races. --- Guest: Fredreka Schouten, CNN National Political Writer Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Monday · 8 min
US Moves Air Force Bombers from UK Base
Supreme Court takes on climate change in first case of term. US moves Air Force bombers from UK base after threat. Protests in Japan after US Marine arrested on suspicion of murder. Clinical trial for possible new drug to prevent Ebola infection. Giant pumpkin battles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sunday · 19 min
How El Niño Could Impact Our Food Supply
Climate scientists are warning that a super-sized El Niño is laying the groundwork for stronger storms, extreme heat, and potential food supply disruptions in certain parts of the world. But what exactly is this weather phenomenon? And how does climate change fit in? We look at how impacts are already being felt and what the coming months could look like. For more: El Niño just leveled up to super status. Here’s what that means for the weather --- Guests: Deborah Funai Brown & Ali Van Fleet, CNN Meteorologist Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Eric Zerkel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Saturday · 15 min
When Life Got Hard, They Tried a New Morning Routine
At Rikers Island in New York, a book club co-founded by Nora Fried and Julia Fox gives incarcerated women a chance to read, write and feel seen. A robot built from recycled plastic is giving deaf students a new way to learn STEM. Why more people are choosing to start their day with coffee and a rave. A high school science teacher found something paleontologists had never seen before. Plus, meet the youngest player ever to claim the highest women's title in chess. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Paola Ortiz, Steve Tuemmler, Sophia Anderson, Natalie Haytayan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Friday · 8 min
Cornell Sexual Assault Investigation
Voters get their last economic report card ahead of the midterms. The alleged Cornell University gang rape case has turned into an active criminal investigation. Europe is releasing a large amount of its diesel reserves to cool surging fuel prices. The annual Kennedy Center Honors is moving off-site for the first time. And, an update on Christa Pike after surviving lethal injection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Friday · 11 min
Could Maine Still Turn Blue?
Democrats still have high hopes of flipping a Senate seat in Maine, even after a scandal brought down their original nominee over the summer. But has that grassroots energy been sapped? And what impact will a ProPublica investigation into Republican Sen. Susan Collins have on her campaign? We dig into one of the key races of this cycle. --- Guest: Patrick Svitek, CNN Politics Reporter Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Friday · 9 min
Hero FlyDubai Pilot Speaks From Hospital
NY AG Letitia James assigned to Cornell case. Hero FlyDubai pilot speaks out from his hospital bed. New polls show tight Senate races as Trump hits campaign trail. Kennedy Center losing pledges after Trump's name added. And, adopted man learns his biological dad is a 5-time Grammy winner and rock legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
October 1 · 7 min
Apparent Attempted Plane Hijacking Investigation
New details emerge about how Flydubai passengers and crew stopped a mid-flight attack. The Supreme Court is reviewing a key part of President Donald Trump’s immigration policy. The latest arrest in connection with an alleged terror plot targeting a UK airbase. The family of a woman killed by ICE in Minneapolis is suing the Trump administration. Plus, the latest on Rick Ross’ arrest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
October 1 · 13 min
What CNN’s Fact-Checker Learned from a Decade of Trump’s Lies
As President Donald Trump hits the midterm campaign trail, history suggests he will exaggerate facts and figures or flat-out lie as he speaks to Republican voters. Can we learn anything from those lies? Our fact-checker weighs in after a decade of covering Trump. --- Guest: Daniel Dale, CNN Senior Reporter Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Molly English Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
October 1 · 9 min
Failed Tennessee Execution Attempt
Hero plane passengers thwart attacker. Failed Tennessee Execution attempt. Becerra and Hilton spar at California governor's debate, Hegseth launches new autonomous warfare command. Pain-free tattoos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 30 · 6 min
Passengers Thwart Mid-flight Stabbing
Chaos erupted aboard an Israel-bound Flydubai flight. The US military has officially completed its long-awaited exit from Iraq. The UK’s prime minister believes Iran played a part in an alleged terror plot targeting an airbase. A federal appeals court paused what would’ve been Tennessee's first execution of a woman in 200 years. Plus, a Republican effort to curb soaring costs from data centers failed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 30 · 13 min
Why You Should Care About California’s Governor’s Race
With just days before voters receive mail-in ballots, Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton will face off tonight in a California gubernatorial debate, hosted by CNN. We explore the issues motivating voters and what the dynamics in California can tell us about the national midterm picture. For more: What to watch in CNN’s California governor race debate --- Guest: Elex Michaelson, CNN Anchor & Correspondent Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Jen Buesinger Sperry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 30 · 8 min
Fat Bear Week Champ Crowned
DA hopes to speak today to "Jane Doe" who made Cornell rape allegations. Hurricane Polo fueling dangerous flash flooding threat. Trump says AI leaders can "self-police" the industry. TSA bans officers from sitting while on the job. And the internet crowns a Fat Bear Week champ. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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