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We bring you 5 stories that will get you up to speed and on with your day. Updates at 7am, 12pm, and 6pm Eastern, every weekday.

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We start with details on former President Bill Clinton’s testimony to lawmakers in their Jeffrey Epstein investigation. The US ambassador to Israel gave an urgent warning over a potential US military strike on Iran. President Donald Trump made a majo... more

It’s former President Bill Clinton’s turn to testify before the House Oversight committee in its Jefferey Epstein probe. AI company Anthropic faces a key deadline from the Pentagon today. New federal data on US measles cases has public health officia... more

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Blair Braverman
American long-distance sled dog racer
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David Heavens
Nigerian immigrant and caregiver to a Navy veteran
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Kevin Liptak
CNN White House reporter
CNN
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Ellie Honig
CNN senior legal analyst
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Salma Abdelaziz
CNN correspondent
CNN
Episode: SCOTUS Strikes Down Trump's Tariffs, GDP Snapshot, Massive Plains Fire and more
Yehuda Duanez
Intimacy coordinator
Episode: SCOTUS Strikes Down Trump's Tariffs, GDP Snapshot, Massive Plains Fire and more
Michael Ian Black
Host of Have I Got News For You
CNN
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Nick Frost
AI researcher and co-founder of Coheer
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Doug Kelley
Former Assistant US Attorney in Minnesota
Episode: One Thing: 'This Job Sucks’: Prosecuting Trump’s Immigration Crackdown

Host

Bo Polanco, Krista Bo Polanco, Ifeoma Dike, David Reind, Josh
Hosts of the daily news updates, bringing a mix of perspectives from their journalistic backgrounds and enhancing audience engagement with insightful commentary on current events.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 3.5k ratings
  • The new format for the morning episode is terrible.

    The music is distracting and it sounds like a tabloid magazine. This is not how the news should be presented. I will be skipping the morning episode unless it is fixed.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Mar 
    United States8 days ago
  • Love the change

    Unlike many of these new reviews that I’m seeing, I love the new morning format. I get that people want serious, but womp. What a depressing way to start the day.

    I like the music, I like the positive delivery. There’s no false info, still covers real news.

    Love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RichWest07
    United States8 days ago
  • New format is terrible

    Can we go back to Krista Bo and no gameshow background music? This new format is terrible.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    kristin_moto
    United States9 days ago
  • Love the new music and Kate!

    The news I like to start my day with.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gasman1171
    United States10 days ago
  • New morning format is bad

    The new morning format with Kate is bad. The music is distracting and she talks like Tucker Carlson. The old style is much more professional.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Disgruntled Listener 2
    United States11 days ago

Listeners Say

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Positive feedback often highlights the blend of serious news with uplifting stories, appealing to a wide audience.
Listeners appreciate the punctuality and brevity of content updates, making it easy to stay informed during busy days.
Criticism frequently targets the selection of ads, particularly those that seem out of place or overly intrusive during daily updates.

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#83
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#35
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#61
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#156
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#46
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Talking Points

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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.
One Thing: 'This Job Sucks’: Prosecuting Trump’s Immigration Crackdown
Q: Is it a willful thing or is it just that crushing caseload reason why some of these orders aren't being followed?
It's a combination of a lack of infrastructure and unreasonable workloads.
One Thing: 'This Job Sucks’: Prosecuting Trump’s Immigration Crackdown
Q: What is your sense of the workload that these attorneys are dealing with under this surge of immigration enforcement?
The office is woefully understaffed and overwhelmed with an unprecedented number of cases.

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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?

Content focuses on delivering concise updates about prominent news stories with a strong emphasis on current events. Key topics include political developments, legal issues, social justice initiatives, and international affairs. The format is designed for listeners seeking quick, informative briefings, occurring multiple times a day to keep audiences updated on evolving news narratives. Unique aspects include the integration of uplifting stories alongside grave news, presenting a balanced view of the day's happenings.

Noteworthy segments cover heartwarming human interest stories, significant court rulings, and impactful political news, giving listeners diverse insights into both national and global events. This podcast is particularly usef... more

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2. David Heavens
3. Kevin Liptak
4. Ellie Honig
5. Salma Abdelaziz
6. Yehuda Duanez
7. Michael Ian Black
8. Nick Frost

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