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CNN 5 Things

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We bring you 5 stories that will get you up to speed and on with your day. Updates every weekday morning, midday and evening. Plus, 5 Good Things and One Thing on the weekends.

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We start with President Donald Trump’s latest threat against Iran as strikes from both sides test peace deal. Congressional investigators zero in on Bill Gates’ relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. We have an update on a months-long fight over ICE and ... more

US inflation has reached its highest level in years – we’ll tell you how it got there. Bill Gates is testifying about his relationship with the late, disgraced financier, Jeffrey Epstein. Anti-immigration violence is spreading through Northern Irelan... more

Graham Platner wins the Maine Democratic Senate primary.  Iran and the US trade strikes after the downing of an Army helicopter. A teen has been sentenced to 35 years in prison for the fatal stabbing at a track meet in Texas. A safer, more effective ... more

We start with President Donald Trump’s vow to respond to an Iranian attack off the coast of Oman. We’ll tell you what a jury decided in a Texas teen’s murder trial.  There’s new data on Social Security’s shaky finances and what it could mean for futu... more

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Recent Guests

Jill Biden
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Former First Lady of the United States
Episode: Shrinking Oil Reserves, Betting Loopholes, Jill Biden Revelations and more
River Ahmad
First Afghan woman to summit Mount Everest
Athlete / Activist
Episode: Cave Rescue Plan, New Strikes on Iran, Afghan Woman Summits Everest and more.
Chanel Jones
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Today with Jenna and Chanel
Episode: US-Iran Talks, Redistricting War Latest, Europe’s Deadly Heat Wave and more
Cam Carr
Lead singer of Porchfest band
Porchfest
Episode: 5 Good Things: The Porch-to-Porch Concert Crawl
Betty Zirkelback
General manager of the Turtle Hospital in Marathon, Florida
The Turtle Hospital
Episode: 5 Good Things: The Porch-to-Porch Concert Crawl
Presley Juliana Denson
16-year-old teen cancer patient who participated in St. Jude Teen Formal
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Episode: 5 Good Things: The Porch-to-Porch Concert Crawl
David Sanger
CNN political and national security analyst
CNN
Episode: Tulsi Gabbard Resigns, Fed’s New Era, Trump Jr.’s Wedding and more
Paul Rudd
Actor and comedian, special guest on Colbert's farewell segment
Various film/TV projects
Episode: Colbert's Final Show, GOP Revolts Over DOJ Fund, 12 Year-Old College Grad and more
Tim Meadows
Actor/comedian, special guest on Colbert's farewell segment
Various film/TV projects
Episode: Colbert's Final Show, GOP Revolts Over DOJ Fund, 12 Year-Old College Grad and more

Hosts

Krista Bo Polanco
Host of CNN 5 Things (CN N) with multiple appearances across episodes.
Ifeoma Dike
Host of 5 Things You Need to Know for various days, CNN.
David Rind
Host of CNN 5 Things; daily update presence.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 3.5k ratings
  • Great except recycled morning tv content

    I like this show, but I dislike it when they play what I assume is a TV version in the morning. It is especially frustrating when it is obviously visual content. I'm on the verge of taking out of my morning line up.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Robin_Jayne
    United Statesa month ago
  • Enough with the disco

    This is supposed to be a clean, simple news reporting show. Since the addition of the drum beats in the back ground- they are ruining it. I've switched to a "clean" source. (no drum circle over my news)

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Davej95
    United Statesa month ago
  • Boldoun!

    I prefer Kate B. She is really connect full. I’d give a 5 star for her

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zero 0ne6
    United Statesa month ago
  • Kate is obnoxious

    Kate’s delivery of the news is unlistenable. Reporting on wildfires and adding “geez Louise!” is so cringy. She’s trying to be cute or something but needs to focus on actually pronouncing things correctly and not stumbling over her words.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    AdleyH
    United Statesa month ago
  • David Rind is a Great Journalist

    I don’t listen to CNN 5 Things, but I do tune in for David Rind’s weekly One Thing for a deeper dive into a single current event. If you haven’t listened to it yet, I encourage you to try one episode. You won’t be disappointed. Great objective journalism still exists and is needed now more than ever. Thank you David 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nikolai88
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

A notable portion dislikes the background music and caller- or pop-culture references in favor of straightforward reporting.
Many feedback threads mention format changes; some praise the concise news bite while others miss the older style.
Listeners want the original, calmer delivery and fewer music cues.
Some listeners appreciate the integration of expert commentary and occasional celebrity guests for variety.

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#21
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#84
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#32
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Apple Podcasts
#104
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#138
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#71
Italy/News/Daily News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

One Thing: Why Comedians Say Colbert’s Exit is No Joke
Q: So, what does this moment represent for you as you watch Colbert sign off and the late-night landscape change?
Michael Ian Black expresses that the moment signals both risks and responsibility for comedians; it highlights the fragility of platforms for anti-establishment humor and underscores the need for creators to decide how to balance truth-telling with potential consequences, while acknowledging his own peace with continuing to speak his mind.
One Thing: A School Shooting’s Long Shadow
Q: What did you learn in this process that you might take away with you as you undoubtedly have to cover more of this?
Sticking with survivors should be a higher priority for journalists, and the ongoing experience of people who have had this kind of trauma deserves as much newsworthiness as the events themselves.
One Thing: What the Redistricting ‘Race to the Bottom’ Actually Looks Like
Q: So, your district, Louisiana 6th Congressional District, was really at the heart of this major Supreme Court case last month. Can you just take us back and explain how it was drawn the way that it was?
Fields explains his role as former chairman and the rationale behind the plan, noting that the map created two majority-minority districts and arguing that the predominant factor was politics, not race, while acknowledging court rulings that shaped how districts could be drawn.
One Thing: ICE Wants to Be NICE. Will Americans Buy It?
Q: How could the Supreme Court ruling affect TPS and Haitian migrants?
A ruling could determine the future of TPS protections for Haitians and impact other immigrant groups, potentially ending or narrowing protections and forcing migrants to pursue alternative legal avenues.
One Thing: ICE Wants to Be NICE. Will Americans Buy It?
Q: What is driving the shift in ICE's public messaging and how might it affect enforcement on the ground?
The shift appears to be driven by a combination of new leadership, political messaging, and a desire to present a less confrontational image while maintaining enforcement goals, potentially leading to fewer high-profile detentions but continued arrests and removals.

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Frequently Asked Questions About CNN 5 Things

What is CNN 5 Things about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced current-events show that delivers five brief stories each episode, plus recurring human-interest and culture segments. Topics span politics, health, international affairs, technology, and everyday life, with guests ranging from policy experts to celebrities who add cultural context. The format is concise, news-forward, and designed for listeners who want quick, reliable updates with occasional deeper dives via expert segments. Notable strengths include a mix of hard news, analysis, and timely human-interest pieces that keep the roster fresh and relevant to professionals and general audiences alike. A few listeners appear divided by recent format tweaks, but the show consistently attracts high-profile guests and in-depthCNN repo... more

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Recent guests on CNN 5 Things include:

1. Jill Biden
2. River Ahmad
3. Chanel Jones
4. Cam Carr
5. Betty Zirkelback
6. Presley Juliana Denson
7. David Sanger
8. Paul Rudd

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