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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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Vice President JD Vance joins high stakes negotiations in Pakistan, as Israel continues its push to disarm Hezbollah. A new report shows inflation jumped in March. A USDA employee has formally complained about an Easter message from the Agriculture S... more

Peace talks between the US and Iran are set for Saturday in Pakistan.  Melania Trump blasts “lies” linking her with Jeffrey Epstein. A Federal appeals court weighs the validity of Sean Combs sentencing. Artemis II nears the end of its historic miss... more

Clashes between Israel and Hezbollah continue as the Israeli prime minister pursues talks with Lebanon. The First Lady blasted links to Jeffrey Epstein in rare remarks from the White House. We’ll break down what weather forecasters are expecting this... more

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Recent Guests

Dean Roy
Freshman running to become the youngest governor of Vermont
Freedom and Unity Party (Vermont)
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Don Riddell
CNN sports broadcaster
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Hadass Gold
CNN AI correspondent
CNN
Episode: Iran War Talks, Open AI Shutters App, ‘Robot Umpires’ and more
Bethany Corbin
Attorney and CEO of FEM Innovation
FEM Innovation
Episode: Airport Chaos, Florida Special Election, ‘Dirty Dozen’ and more
Rama Duwaji
New York City's First Lady
City of New York
Episode: Iran Bombing Paused, Antisemitic Arson Attack, NYC First Lady Controversy and more
Kate Knibbs
Senior writer at Wired
Wired
Episode: One Thing: Inside the ‘Casino-ification’ of Everything (Including War)
Dr. Majid Fattu
Neurologist, neuroscientist
Independent/Author
Episode: Afroman's Court Win, New GLP-1's, Hockey Champs and more
Koi Weier
CNN Sports correspondent
CNN Sports
Episode: Iran War Resignation, Shutdown Travel Headaches, USA vs. Venezuela and more
Robert Irwin
Subject in a TV conversation embedded in the segment
Robert Irwin—public figure
Episode: More Mideast Drone Strikes , Trump on Cuba’s Future, UT Mom Guilty, and more

Hosts

David Rind
Host providing the five things to know.
Kate Baldwin
Ifeoma Dike
Host of CNN 5 Things.
Michael Ian Black
Host of Have I Got News for Your Ears.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 3.5k ratings
  • Great information

    Podcast Addict
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    cougar
    23 days ago
  • No more morning commute?!

    I commute in my car for an hour and a half every morning. I used to turn on Five Things when I got in at 6:30 AM; now I get to work at 8 AM and it’s still not available in my Apple feed. Additionally I can’t see videos in my car, and don’t appreciate the references and the waste of time talking about them. Bring back the earlier time drop, please.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Wren365
    United States24 days ago
  • Dislike New Anchor’s Format

    I’ve listened to CNN 5 Things for a long time because it provided a fast, straightforward list of the day’s top stories. I don’t like the new music or format or new anchor Kate Baldwin. I don’t want to hear about her or have her side commentaries. For listeners like me who rely on it for a neutral news briefing, the other anchors and the earlier format worked much better. I would really appreciate a return to the more direct “just the news” style that made the podcast so useful.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    straycat blues
    United Statesa month ago
  • Good content but terrible music ruining this pod

    The new music is too loud too grating!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Burlingameuser
    United Statesa month ago
  • What happened?

    Why am I constantly prompted to look or see something on a podcast? Do you not understand the format here?

    Apple Podcasts
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    John’s doe’s
    United Statesa month ago

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Overall, there appears to be a divided audience on the effectiveness of the new format, with calls for the traditional style to be reinstated due to its previous success.
Conversely, some audience members appreciate the renewed energy and positivity of the current delivery style, finding it a refreshing start to their day.
Listeners have expressed significant dissatisfaction with recent changes to the podcast format, particularly the introduction of distracting background music and a shift in tone that some feel is less professional than before.

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One Thing: After DOGE Cuts, The Government Is Hiring Again. Will Anyone Bite?
Q: Has the Trump administration improved any federal operations, despite the chaos?
There are some improvements in communication with the workforce, particularly via email, but these have often been used to traumatize employees rather than to enhance public service, indicating mixed outcomes with serious long-term costs.
One Thing: After DOGE Cuts, The Government Is Hiring Again. Will Anyone Bite?
Q: What is your reaction to the scale of downsizing and the claim that the government will hire again?
The reaction is that the downsizing has caused lasting harm, morale collapse, and crucial gaps in capability; the push to hire again risks prioritizing loyalty over expertise and could perpetuate a nonperforming, politicized workforce unless coupled with real accountability and reform.
One Thing: Will Epstein Accountability Ever Come to the US?
Q: What has the DOJ said why they took that route?
The DOJ has responded by saying that they had an overwhelming amount of information to process, and mistakes were made in redactions.
One Thing: Will Epstein Accountability Ever Come to the US?
Q: How do you think we should look at this story right now?
We can see the beginning of a long process where survivors realize that the public is starting to understand the gravity of the situation.
One Thing: Will Epstein Accountability Ever Come to the US?
Q: So where does this all go from here? And what do survivors of Epstein's horrific crimes have to say about all this?
Survivors express disbelief and concern that the moment for justice might pass, citing a need for accountability and recognition from institutions.

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The episodes provide concise updates on significant national and global events, emphasizing a blend of breaking news, economic insights, and personal stories that highlight societal issues. Topics like political affairs surrounding figures such as Donald Trump, critical international news including conflicts and humanitarian matters, and unique human-interest stories are regularly explored. This approach likely differentiates the content by offering not only the latest developments but deeper narratives behind the headlines, appealing to listeners who appreciate both accurate reporting and compelling storytelling.

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5. Rama Duwaji
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7. Dr. Majid Fattu
8. Koi Weier

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