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The Arena with Kasie Hunt

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Kasie Hunt brings key players into the arena for sharp analysis and panel discussion on the latest news in politics and culture.

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Latest Episodes

Kasie Hunt interviews progressive Senate candidate in Michigan, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, following Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's endorsement. A former Olympian is indicted for allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool. Ahead of America's 2... more

Financial disclosures show that President Trump's income topped $2 billion in his first year back in office, including more than $1 billion from cryptocurrencies. Rep. Robert Garcia, the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, says the Trump c... more

The Supreme Court ruled against President Trump's bid to end birthright citizenship. Sen. Alex Padilla, who was born in the U.S. to immigrant parents, reacts. The court also rules that states can ban transgender athletes from playing in girls' sports... more

Supreme Court rulings on mail-in voting and the president's power to fire officials at independent agencies. The court also declines Trump's appeal on the E. Jean Carroll sexual abuse verdict. Plus, NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani insists that democratic so... more

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Alex Padilla
Senator from California
U.S. Senate
Episode: Trump Loses Supreme Court Battle to End Birthright Citizenship
Christine Brennan
Sports journalist
ESPN/News outlets
Episode: Trump Loses Supreme Court Battle to End Birthright Citizenship
Gloria Pasmino
CNN correspondent
CNN
Episode: Trump Loses Supreme Court Battle to End Birthright Citizenship
Lisa France
CNN entertainment/television correspondent
CNN
Episode: Trump Loses Supreme Court Battle to End Birthright Citizenship
Ellie Honig
CNN legal analyst
CNN
Episode: Trump Loses Supreme Court Battle to End Birthright Citizenship
Juliette Kayyem
CNN Senior National Security Analyst
CNN
Episode: Trump Addresses Conservatives Amid Rifts With Senate GOP
Raphael Warnock
Senator from Georgia
U.S. Senate, Georgia
Episode: Shouting Match Erupts in Trump's Meeting with GOP Senators
Daria Eliza Avila Chevalier
Mayoral candidate discussed in New York politics segment
Independent candidate (New York City politics)
Episode: Trump to Meet GOP Senators Amid Clash Over Elections Overhaul
Kareem Sajipour
CNN Iran expert
CNN
Episode: Vance, Iran Give Conflicting Statements on Nuke Inspections

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Kasie Hunt
Host of high‑level political analysis and panel discussions focusing on current events and policy.

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4.3 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • Thank you, CNN & Kasie!

    I’ve been hoping CNN International would upload Kasie Hunt’s show on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. I used to follow Kasie on This Morning with Kasie Hunt, and it saddens me to know that The Arena with Kasie Hunt will not air in my country. I really admire her strong opinions and reporting style.

    Thank you again, CNNI and Kasie Hunt! 🙌🏻

    Apple Podcasts
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    Shwu Mei
    Philippinesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the host's incisive questions and the global perspective provided by international guests.
Guests are considered high-caliber, bringing diverse viewpoints that enrich debates.
The panel format is valued for depth, though some episodes feel densely packed with information.
Occasional accessibility issues in certain regions noted by some listeners, but content quality remains strong across episodes.
The show is seen as timely and informative for those tracking policy shifts and geopolitics.

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#160
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#166
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#242
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#169
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#208
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#64
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Shouting Match Erupts in Trump's Meeting with GOP Senators
Q: What did the president demand in exchange for signing the housing bill?
He demanded that Congress pass the SAVE Act, a broad election-law overhaul, arguing it would improve election integrity, even as critics warn it would suppress votes; the panel discusses the political and legal viability of that demand.
Trump Faces Conflict of Interest Questions Over 2025 Financial Disclosures
Q: Do you think he did something illegal, or did he just do something that looks bad?
The guest asserts it is illegal, citing the emoluments clause and the broader pattern of enrichment, arguing that the actions go beyond appearance and violate constitutional norms.
U.S. Releases Official Agreement with Iran
Q: Could you just walk us through what happened from your point of view?
Warner explains the sequence of events surrounding Clayton's nomination and the decision to pause the hearing, highlighting the strategic considerations and internal disagreements within the administration and Congress, and why the move is politically fraught.
Trump Claims Iran Agreement Could Be Signed in Coming Days
Q: What is your understanding of the memorandum of understanding with Iran and its implications?
Senators and analysts describe it as a detailed framework that could move toward a final peace deal, but no firm deadline is given, and skepticism remains about actual implementation and enforcement.
DOJ to Abide by Federal Ruling Pausing "Anti-Weaponization" Fund
Q: What is the White House's position on the court-ordered pause and how does Senator Murphy view the administration's compliance?
Senator Murphy suggests that the White House will likely comply with the court order but frames it as a political test for Republicans to go on the record about the legality and morality of the fund, signaling that the issue will persist in votes and debates.

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Recent episodes feature high‑stakes diplomacy, domestic political strategy, and cross-cutting analyses from foreign policy, national security, and legal/administrative angles. The conversations blend international risk assessment (Iran, ceasefires, naval dynamics) with U.S. policy debates (gas prices, redistricting, Supreme Court implications) and include reporters, former officials, lawmakers, and subject-matter experts. Notable strengths include a fast‑paced, panel‑driven format that surfaces diverse viewpoints, plus on‑the‑ground context from Vatican diplomacy to White House briefings, making it attractive for listeners who want timely, policy‑savvy perspectives paired with sharp political commentary.

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1. Alex Padilla
2. Christine Brennan
3. Gloria Pasmino
4. Lisa France
5. Ellie Honig
6. Juliette Kayyem
7. Raphael Warnock
8. Daria Eliza Avila Chevalier

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