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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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Hurricane Isaias, now a Category 3 storm, is expected to make landfall near Pensacola, Florida. New developments are emerging about the motives behind last week’s attempted Flydubai hijacking. New York City's mayor condemns an ICE shooting that wound... more

Democrats believe a Senate seat in Texas in reach this year, thanks to a combination of enthusiasm for their candidate James Talarico and the scandal-ridden past of his opponent, state Attorney General Ken Paxton. Now, CNN has exclusive new reporting... more

Hurricane Isaias to hit Gulf Coast tonight. Nobel Peace Prize awarded. Fiery Senate debates in Michigan and Georgia. Trump donor accuses Amb. Guilfoyle of quid pro quo. 11-year-old boy gets tricked-out Star Wars Halloween costume for his wheelchair. more

The Gulf Coast is bracing for impact as Hurricane Isaias approaches landfall. A decision looms on President Donald Trump’s press ban. Trump says he won’t attack Iran before the midterms. Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife face ne... more

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Steve Hilton
British-American candidate for California governor, endorsed by Donald Trump
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Episode: Why You Should Care About California’s Governor’s Race
Elex Michaelson
CNN anchor and correspondent
CNN
Episode: Why You Should Care About California’s Governor’s Race
Jean Casares
CNN correspondent
CNN
Episode: ‘Idol’ Alum Convicted of Murder
David Chang
Chef and host of The Detour
CNN
Episode: AI Executives at the White House
Jackie Waddles
CNN reporter covering space and technology
CNN
Episode: SpaceX Launches Unprecedented Starship Flight
Ron McAndrew
Former warden who oversaw executions in Florida (late 1990s)
Former Warden, Florida State Prison
Episode: He Used to Oversee Executions. He Still Sees The Dead.
Amrit Singh
Punjabi country musician and artist discussed in the feature
Episode: This City’s Airport is Looking for a New Voice
Josh Rogin
Lead global security analyst for the Washington Post Intelligence
The Washington Post
Episode: SCOTUS Allows Controversial Voter Check
David Jang
Chef and host of The Detour segment
CNN
Episode: SCOTUS Allows Controversial Voter Check

Hosts

Afoma DK
Host associated with CNN 5 Things segments; frequent contributor on CNN-branded formats.
David Rind
Main host on multiple CNN briefings; provides quick-fire summaries and deep-dives.
Kate Baldwin
Lead anchor for morning and segment introductions; frequent on fast briefings.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 3.6k ratings
  • plz get back to the original format

    plz get back to the original format

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    jasmin1102
    South Korea10 days ago
  • Obnoxious

    How many reviews does it take to turn the horrible background music OFF? We can’t hear the news. Morning show is awful!! Come on!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Lolly8604
    United States18 days ago
  • Background music bah.

    I can my stand ANY background music. Goodbye.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Desimydog
    United States23 days ago
  • 5 Annoying Things

    They really should call this 5 Annoying Things. Kate Bolduan is unlistenable to. She fumbles over her words that I’m assuming she wrote in her own scripts. She plays VIDEOS on a PODCAST! She also tries too hard to be “cool.” There are too many ads. And the music is loud and obnoxious. Today was the last straw. I refuse to listen to this immaturity anymore.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JannaGard
    United States25 days ago
  • What the heck was that?

    I have been loving this podcast for years. I love how basic and straightforward the format is and how relatable the hosts have been but today it sounded like we were listening to a video segment on CNN. If I wanted to do that, I'd watch CNN. I hope this isn't the new format. The background music, the rushed pace and a person who sounds like a typical anchor person does not make me want to keep listening. I come to podcasts because I don't care for or trust traditional news anymore. I don't want ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Nerdy Pete
    United Statesa month ago

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Audience values expert guests and credible journalism, but some desire more focused content and less promotional interludes.
Listeners appreciate concise, credible updates across a broad range of topics.
Sponsorships are noted but generally blended into the format without disrupting the briefing.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

SCOTUS Allows Controversial Voter Check
Q: Does the president have the power to stop the intelligence sharing with Iran, given the discussions with Xi?
Josh Rogin explains that while presidential authority exists, the dynamics of intelligence sharing are complex and depend on international agreements and security considerations, making unilateral stoppage difficult, though policy shifts could influence future cooperation.
The ‘Biggest DOJ Election Observer Effort in History’
Q: Okay, Gabe, so you have new reporting about how the Department of Justice is planning to send election monitors to polling places this November. Just so we're clear, is that normal practice?
Yes, it's a long-standing practice for federal monitors to be sent to polling places, though the scale in this case is described as unprecedented, which has raised questions about potential impacts on voters and administration.
Why North Carolina is Making it Harder to Early Vote on Sundays
Q: What is the main change being described about Sunday voting in North Carolina?
The episode explains that Republicans moved to limit Sunday early voting by transferring authority to state and local election boards, creating fewer opportunities and introducing rules that could disqualify ballots for technical reasons, which critics say suppress turnout.
The Surprising Power of Self-Compassion
Q: What is self-compassion and why does it matter for well-being?
Dr. Khoury explains that self-compassion involves four dimensions—how you think about yourself, how you feel about yourself, how you treat yourself when things go wrong, and willingness to accept help from others—and it predicts better well-being and lower stress.
Why Michigan is in the Middle of Everything This Midterms
Q: Can you just remind us why that's the case?
The race in Michigan is crucial because the seat is open and Democrats need to hold it to regain a Senate majority, making Michigan a key battleground in the broader midterm landscape.

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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?

Five-story briefings cover a broad mix of hard news, global politics, health, technology, and policy, with recurring emphasis on international diplomacy, public health scares, cybersecurity and AI regulation, plus timely entertainment and human-interest angles. Sponsors and promotional reads appear within episodes, and guests range from CNN correspondents and medical experts to tech leaders and cultural commentators, creating a varied but consistently fast-paced briefing designed for busy listeners who want quick, credible context across topics.

A standout pattern is the integration of expert analysis with rolling news, including AI governance debates, OpenAI/Open-source model tensions, and health policy implications, alongside traditional... more

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Recent guests on CNN 5 Things include:

1. Steve Hilton
2. Elex Michaelson
3. Jean Casares
4. David Chang
5. Jackie Waddles
6. Ron McAndrew
7. Amrit Singh
8. Josh Rogin

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