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You’ve been overwhelmed with headlines all week – what's worth a closer look? One Thing takes you beyond the headlines and helps make sense of what everyone is talking about. Host David Rind talks to experts, reporters on the front lines and the real people impacted by the news about what they've learned – and why it matters. New episodes every Wednesday and Sunday.

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Catherine Shoichet
CNN journalist who leads the reporting on descendants of signers of the Declaration of Independence
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Hannah Keyser
Sports journalist who covers baseball
CNN
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Terri Hupfer
Lesbian Giants fan and long-time San Francisco resident
Individual listener
Episode: What MLB’s Gay Meltdown Tells Us About LGBTQ Progress
Jane Flegal
Senior fellow at the Searchlight Institute, focuses on climate and energy
Searchlight Institute
Episode: Why Talk of 'Climate Hushing’ is Getting Louder
Adam Schiff
U.S. Senator from California
U.S. Senate
Episode: Sen. Adam Schiff on Being a Trump Target, Graham Platner, and How Democrats Rebuild
Adam Frank
Astrophysicist at the University of Rochester and author
University of Rochester
Episode: Will We Ever See a Real-Life ‘Disclosure Day’?
Luke Thomas
Veteran combat-sports journalist and analyst
CBS/various outlets (combat sports coverage)
Episode: How UFC Scored a White House Fight Night
Bari Weiss
Former New York Times columnist, founder of The Free Press
CBS News leadership (via Weiss)
Episode: Inside the Turmoil at 60 Minutes
Brian Stelter
CNN media analyst
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Episode: Inside the Turmoil at 60 Minutes

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David Rind
Host of CNN One Thing; lead presenter providing context and guiding conversations with guests and experts

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 436 ratings
  • Captivating

    I enjoy One Thing so much. David Rind could read me the back of a cereal box and I’d be happy, but the deep dive into important topics are always captivating. More of this, please.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danielle7h2o
    United States5 months ago
  • Compact and Salient

    I like the tight and concise style of presentation. No fanfare, drums, or annoying background noise. Just the facts clearly spoken and done. Yet topic coverage is complete. Good job.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Desimydog
    United States9 months ago
  • Excellent

    My favorite way to get a little more in depth and insight in the daily news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    teeny tiny safari
    Germany9 months ago
  • Informative, fairly concise

    CNN's One Thing podcast features interviews with journalists, writers, politicians, and others directly concerned with a particular issue of national importance. The interviewer asks pertinent questions, and at a maximum of about 20 minutes, I find it easier to fit into my schedule.

    Podcast Addict
    4
    pseudonym
    9 months ago
  • Love it

    I truly love your show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melly58
    Canadaa year ago

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Why Talk of 'Climate Hushing’ is Getting Louder
Q: How should Democrats talk about climate going forward to be effective?
Democrats should emphasize being pro-energy, modernizing the grid, and supporting innovation and domestic industries, framing climate policy around tangible benefits like affordability and reliability rather than moral imperative slogans. As renewables and storage become cost-effective, the political framing can move from sacrifice to practical benefits and growth.
Why Talk of 'Climate Hushing’ is Getting Louder
Q: What is climate hushing and is it showing up in politics today?
Climate hushing refers to deliberate downplaying or avoiding conversations about climate change in political messaging, a strategy to avoid alienating voters who have near-term economic concerns. The guest explains that while climate is recognized as real by voters, it is not always prioritized due to other immediate issues, and messaging may shift toward pro-energy or affordability themes rather than explicit climate branding.
Sen. Adam Schiff on Being a Trump Target, Graham Platner, and How Democrats Rebuild
Q: How do Democrats respond to the current brand problem and public frustration?
Schiff argues for bold, transformative ideas and a clear, aggressive messaging strategy to demonstrate that government can improve people's lives beyond the status quo.
Sen. Adam Schiff on Being a Trump Target, Graham Platner, and How Democrats Rebuild
Q: What is your status on the DOJ investigation Schiff referenced?
Schiff says he has no knowledge beyond what is publicly reported, emphasizing his reliance on the rule of law and his experience in the Justice Department to gauge the situation rather than speculation.
Trump Says the War with Iran Is Over. Will Gas Prices Fall?
Q: Do you expect gas prices to return to pre-war levels if the conflict ends and shipping through Hormuz resumes normally?
Prices may dip in the near term if exports resume, but long-term normalization is uncertain due to inventory depletion, refinery constraints, and the ongoing need to refill strategic reserves; prices are unlikely to snap back quickly to previous levels and could stay elevated for years.

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4. Jane Flegal
5. Adam Schiff
6. Adam Frank
7. Luke Thomas
8. Bari Weiss

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