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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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Rebecca Katz
Director of Georgetown University Center for Global Health Science & Security
Georgetown University
Episode: The World Cup Spoiler No One Wants: Ebola
Michael Ian Black
Longtime sketch comedian and TV host
Have I Got News for You/CNN appearance
Episode: Why Comedians Say Colbert’s Exit is No Joke
Michelle Krupa
CNN journalist who covered the Annunciation shooting extensively
CNN
Episode: A School Shooting’s Long Shadow
Simone McCarthy
CNN senior China reporter
CNN
Episode: Does Trump Need China to End the War with Iran?
Cleo Fields
Congressman from Louisiana
U.S. House of Representatives (Louisiana)
Episode: What the Redistricting ‘Race to the Bottom’ Actually Looks Like
Jane Fonda
Actress and activist who met Ted Turner in 1989 and is interviewed here about Turner
Private individual, public figure via film/activism
Episode: Remembering Ted Turner
Teddy Brown
CNN senior writer
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Episode: Missing Scientists, Assassination Attempts, & Conspiracy Theories Under Trump 2.0
Priscilla Alvarez
Immigration expert
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Episode: ICE Wants to Be NICE. Will Americans Buy It?
Jack Blanchard
Managing editor and author of Politico Playbook
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Episode: The ‘Special Relationship’ Is Strained. King Charles to the Rescue?

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David Rind
Host of One Thing; CNN

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4.3 out of 5 stars from 432 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 States4 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 States7 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
    Germany7 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
    7 months ago
  • Love it

    I truly love your show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melly58
    Canadaa year ago

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Feedback highlights strong guest expertise and strong reporting, though some perceive bias depending on topic.

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Why Comedians Say Colbert’s Exit is No Joke
Q: Do you think this marks a turning point for comedy or political humor?
Not a turning point in the sense that comedians will always push against authority, but it raises the question of whether platforms will continue to allow controversial voices and material.
Why Comedians Say Colbert’s Exit is No Joke
Q: As you watch Stephen Colbert sign off this week, what's going through your head?
The moment signals broader pressures on comedy, including political and economic forces, and it highlights how free speech is being tested in a changing media landscape.
The World Cup Spoiler No One Wants: Ebola
Q: Right. So, the day-to-day tempo will involve ingesting disease surveillance data, including wastewater surveillance and de-identified electronic health records—how will that work in practice?
The HSOC will aggregate data from multiple sources, analyze it, consult experts, and produce a daily SITREP and briefings for public health officials and relevant partners, with the aim of enabling timely notices to clinicians and the public.
Does Trump Need China to End the War with Iran?
Q: And how does China view Trump at this point—friend, enemy, frenemy, or something else?
China sees Trump as a complex figure; some view him as a nation builder who has pushed China to accelerate development, while Beijing also wants to project itself as a responsible global actor and leverage leverage in negotiations, particularly around Iran and tech. The relationship is framed as competitive but with potential for pragmatic cooperation on shared interests.
Does Trump Need China to End the War with Iran?
Q: Say more about how China has kind of dealt with the energy shocks from this war, because we've heard about shortages in a lot of Asian countries and how that's really hitting people hard. Has it been as hard in China? And if not, why is that?
China has not faced energy shortages as acutely due to careful government planning, diversification of imported oil, expansion into renewables, and substantial domestic energy capacity, including wind, solar, and hydropower, which together cushion the impact and give China more resilience in this period of global energy volatility.

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Frequently Asked Questions About CNN One Thing

What is CNN One Thing about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A concise, current-events focused briefing that pairs on-the-ground reporting with expert analysis across geopolitics, technology policy, and national security. Episodes typically blend field updates from reporters with commentary from CNN correspondents and policy or industry specialists, creating a multi-perspective view on big stories—from Middle East conflicts and global oil markets to AI governance and domestic policy debates. Notable strengths include clear storytelling around complex topics, a tendency to connect global developments to everyday impacts, and appearances by high-profile policy experts and journalists that add depth to unfolding news. This mix is likely to appeal to listeners who want fast, in-depth context without fill... more

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