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CNN 5 Things

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Israel
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Democratic Party
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Sonia Massey
U.S. Adults

We bring you 5 stories that will get you up to speed and on with your day. Updates at 6am, 12pm, and 6pm Eastern, every weekday.

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Israel is restricting aid into Gaza, while frustrations grow over the deceased hostages not yet returned by Hamas. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says more “firepower’ is coming to Ukraine. The Trump administration has revised the number of federal e... more

President Donald Trump is threatening Hamas to fulfill its end of a Gaza ceasefire deal. A country at risk of financial collapse is receiving a huge lifeline from the US. We’ll tell you about the latest US strike on an alleged drug trafficking boat. ... more

The return of the remains of deceased Israeli hostages in Gaza may take several weeks.  We have the latest on how the government shutdown is impacting the federal workforce. New York’s Attorney General Letitia James delivered a defiant speech at a ra... more

Many unanswered questions remain about how peace will be maintained in Gaza. As the government shutdown continues, the Pentagon is pulling money for research to pay troops. North Carolina is the latest state to announce a redistricting push. Several ... more

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Recent Guests

Ari Peksoe
Director of the Electricity Law Initiative at Harvard Law School
Harvard Law School
Episode: One Thing: How the AI Boom Is Costing You More at Home
Liz Martorana
Resident concerned about the impact of data centers on her community
Episode: One Thing: How the AI Boom Is Costing You More at Home
Dr. Omar Yagi
Chemist and 2025 Nobel Prize winner
UC Berkeley
Episode: 5 Good Things: He Died Laughing & Came Back to Life
Ed Lighthall
Owner of a dog who was reunited after 10 years
Episode: 5 Good Things: He Died Laughing & Came Back to Life
Drew Lynch
Comedian who experienced a life-saving event during his performance
Episode: 5 Good Things: He Died Laughing & Came Back to Life
Danielle Boyer
Gen Z inventor dedicated to preserving indigenous languages
Episode: 5 Good Things: He Died Laughing & Came Back to Life
Jerry Jones
Owner of the Dallas Cowboys
Dallas Cowboys
Episode: Comey arraigned, Troop deployment escalation, Jerry Jones’ middle finger & more
Marty McCary
FDA Commissioner
FDA
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Dr. Marty McCary
A licensed counselor and FDA Commissioner
FDA
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Hosts

Ifeoma Dike
Host from CNN
Josh Anshana
Co-host from CNN

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 3.4k ratings
  • Baby crying to wake up?!?!?

    Content is good!! Change your commercials! No one wants to hear a crying baby as they wake up!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    cmarquez0011
    United States21 days ago
  • UNLISTENABLE

    This podcast has continued to cut back time after time since it’s inception. They used to have multiple briefings with a variety of news throughout the day. Now it’s just three short briefings with the same nonsense. Oh, and they have the absolute worst commercials ever, including a screaming baby. The second podcast starts. STOP the insanity!

    PS… Still WAY better than fake, tabloid trash, like Fox News.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Vegas AC
    United States21 days ago
  • Crying baby - stop

    Please stop with the crying baby ad - I'm about to unfollow and stop listening. It's driving me bananas

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    KDM950
    United States22 days ago
  • Annoyed/Unfollowing

    Seriously!! Crying baby, an assault to the senses. Bye

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Annoyed/Unfollowing
    United Statesa month ago
  • Cut the music

    Podcast content is great, but the background music is awful and so distracting. Too loud for the voiceover and completely unnecessary.

    Please get rid of it entirely.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Adrslei
    United Statesa month ago

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Feedback shows mixed reactions about certain segments, especially when it comes to ads or background music that may distract from the content.
Listeners appreciate the quick summaries and find the format extremely convenient for staying informed throughout the day.
Critics express concerns about perceived biases in the selection and framing of news stories, highlighting a potential leaning in their coverage.
Many enjoy the hosts' delivery and find the news presented to be timely and relevant.

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#21
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#84
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#23
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#71
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#104
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#50
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Talking Points

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One Thing: How the AI Boom Is Costing You More at Home
Q: What can the average person do about the rising costs associated with these tech facilities?
Ari suggests the public should raise awareness and direct complaints to local utilities and regulators to emphasize the need for fair infrastructure costs.
One Thing: How the AI Boom Is Costing You More at Home
Q: How does this end up impacting the end consumer in the form of higher electricity bills?
Ari explains that the increase in electricity bills is due to the rising costs incurred by local utilities as they adapt to the needs of new data centers.
One Thing: Bad Bunny Is Everywhere. Not Everyone Is Happy About It.
Q: Why do you think that is?
His authenticity resonates with audiences, making his political activism feel genuine and connected to the public.
One Thing: Bad Bunny Is Everywhere. Not Everyone Is Happy About It.
Q: Can you just describe some of the backlash that we've heard to that?
A lot of the backlash revolves around outrage that a Spanish language artist is headlining the Super Bowl, reflecting broader misconceptions about Latino identity.
One Thing: How Trump’s Immigration Agenda Could Spark a US Brain Drain
Q: Are you hearing from people who are like, the US is just not feasible with this new kind of system?
Absolutely, many people are considering options outside the US due to uncertainty and the potential challenges posed by the H-1B changes.

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Listeners can enjoy a concise recap of major current events, with coverage primarily focusing on political news, social issues, and significant global occurrences. Each episode, released multiple times daily, aims to inform the audience swiftly without sacrificing depth, making it ideal for busy adults seeking to stay updated. The structure emphasizes a blend of critical updates and lighter segments, fostering both awareness and engagement in today's fast-paced information environment. The unique formatting, with distinct updates throughout the day, differentiates it from typical daily news offerings, appealing to those who prefer bite-sized news segments.

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2. Liz Martorana
3. Dr. Omar Yagi
4. Ed Lighthall
5. Drew Lynch
6. Danielle Boyer
7. Jerry Jones
8. Marty McCary

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