
The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper, is a collection of unique and immersive single subject episodes from CNN’s Emmy® and Peabody Award-winning longform storytelling team. Every week we showcase character-driven stories, special interviews, profiles, and investigative deep dives featuring reporting from CNN’s anchors and correspondents.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 77 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureNewsDocumentary | |||

Omar Jimenez reports on the escalation of US Immigration & Customs Enforcement tactics since Donald Trump took office and how federal immigration policies are unfolding on the ground, reshaping communities and affecting migration patterns.
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Pamela Brown examines the growing influence of Christian nationalism in American society; exploring how a movement once largely confined to the margins of white evangelical culture has gained new visibility and political power.
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One week into the war, Sara Sidner traces the events of recent years inside Iran and what led to the decision to strike, examining the ripple effect of economic and security impacts to the region and what it all means for America.
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Nancy Guthrie was last seen at her home near Tucson on January 31. Ed Lavandera reports on the latest in the search for the mother of Today Show host, Savannah Guthrie; examining the timeline of events and key evidence in her disappearance.
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This show delivers longform, character-driven storytelling and in-depth reporting on timely societal topics, from investigative profiles to interviews with prominent figures. Recent episodes spotlight issues like sports violence, free speech, historical reconciliation, gambling culture, and climate-related challenges, often weaving firsthand accounts with expert context. A notable strength is its strong investigative ethos and CNN-backed reporting, which tends to attract listeners who appreciate thoughtful, issue-focused journalism and nuanced discussions around current events.
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Recent guests on The Whole Story include:
1. Mark Wayne Mullin
2. Omar Jimenez
3. Marimar Martinez
4. Carrie Lopez Alvarado
5. Alex Pretti
6. Kary Lopez-Alferado
7. Javier Ramirez
8. Douglas Wilson
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