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CNN 5 Things

CNN Podcasts 3546 Episodes Sep 20, 2026

CNN 5 Things delivers five essential stories every weekday morning, midday, and evening to keep you informed. The podcast also features weekend editions like 5 Good Things and One Thing. It is produced by CNN Podcasts and offers a quick, digestible news update for busy listeners.

Episodes

Inside the Struggle to ‘Self-Deport’
Inside the Struggle to ‘Self-Deport’ Sep 20, 2026 1762 As ICE arrests surge, the Trump administration continues to offer free flights and thousands of dollars to migrants who chose to voluntarily return to their country – they call it self-deportation. But the decision to leave – and the logistics that come with it – is anything but straightforward. CNN recently traveled with one family as they prepared to head back to Venezuela, leaving their life in
The Surprising Power of Self-Compassion
The Surprising Power of Self-Compassion Sep 19, 2026 1002 From Florida to French Polynesia, conservationists are finding creative ways to help coral reefs beat the heat from El Niño. What started with one trash-collecting barrier has grown into a network of more than 400 cleaning up Indonesia’s waterways. Africa’s largest IPO launched this week, opening the door for everyday Nigerians to own a piece of a landmark project. A new s
Trump ‘Bans’ News Organizations
Trump ‘Bans’ News Organizations Sep 18, 2026 465 President Donald Trump says he’s “banning” CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House. A fake AI intelligence report almost started a war with China. Warren Buffett’s iconic era at Berkshire Hathaway officially came to an end. The first day of a former “American Idol” contestant’s murder trial had bombshell revelations. Plus, Miley Cyrus opens up about her final conversation with her godmother
The Midterms' Unlikely Villain: Data Centers
The Midterms' Unlikely Villain: Data Centers Sep 18, 2026 869 There’s a new bogeyman in politics: AI data centers. We look at how midterm candidates are navigating a brewing Big Tech backlash and why the debate is not falling along traditional party lines.  ---  Guest: David Wright, CNN Politics Writer/Editor  Host: David Rind  Producer: Paola Ortiz  Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho
Trial for Former "American Idol" Contestant Accused of Killing Wife
Trial for Former "American Idol" Contestant Accused of Killing Wife Sep 18, 2026 513 Opening arguments today for former "American Idol" Contestant accused of killing wife, President Trump noticeably absent from GOP ads, Trump's DC golf course renovations could cost $49M, F-16 crashes during training exercise in Michigan, Shakira opens mini city for residency in Madrid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kennedy Center Demolition Fears
Kennedy Center Demolition Fears Sep 17, 2026 484 A dramatic legal battle continues to play out over the fate of the Kennedy Center. OpenAI reveals more instances of AI models going rogue. Canada’s prime minister took a veiled swipe at President Donald Trump today. Homebuyers could soon have to face an unwelcome milestone. Plus, details on the former “American Idol” contestant on trial for murder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi
Why North Carolina is Making it Harder to Early Vote on Sundays
Why North Carolina is Making it Harder to Early Vote on Sundays Sep 17, 2026 866 A long, quiet Republican effort to overhaul voting rules in North Carolina is being felt from mailboxes to college campuses. We explore the implications for a key Senate race and whether it presents a playbook for other GOP-led state legislatures.  Read more here. ---  Guest: Fredreka Schouten, CNN National Political Writer  Host: David Rind  Producer: Paola Ortiz  S
El-Sayed Responds To Vance Attack
El-Sayed Responds To Vance Attack Sep 17, 2026 522 House in recess as lawmakers make final push ahead of midterms. Houthis claim to have shot down Saudi jet. Fed raises interest rates for first time since 2023. Princess Diana’s brother claims Charles said she’d be forgotten "soon enough." Milwaukee Bucks surprise students after fire destroys elementary school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fed Interest Rate Hike
Fed Interest Rate Hike Sep 16, 2026 474 The Federal Reserve’s latest decision on interest rates could put its chairman at odds with President Donald Trump. A vote to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is on the back burner. A Senate committee grilled a health and wellness influencer for a key position. Rescue operations are underway after a building collapse killed scores in Gaza. Plus, how Canada and the EU are forging closer ties.
Is the GOP’s Case Against ‘Crazy’ Democrats Losing Steam?
Is the GOP’s Case Against ‘Crazy’ Democrats Losing Steam? Sep 16, 2026 807 With six months of midterm primaries in the books, what can the results tell us about how Election Day might play out? We dig into the trends and the surprising data around fears of democratic socialism.  ---  Guest: Aaron Blake, CNN Senior Reporter  Host: David Rind  Producer: Paola Ortiz  Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch
Deadly News Chopper Crash in California
Deadly News Chopper Crash in California Sep 16, 2026 574 Deadly news chopper crash in California. Trump berates lone Democrat on Kennedy Center board. New organization launches to help Dems who run on reining in AI. Ed Sheeran's opening acts quit as he and Robert Kraft speak out on Macklemore controversy. The next chapter for the "Into The Wild" bus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kennedy Center Votes to Close
Kennedy Center Votes to Close Sep 15, 2026 514 Another measles death, the most in US in decades. The latest developments in the Kennedy Center’s name change saga. There’s a major update in the case against Nick Reiner, accused of killing his parents. The FBI director clashed with lawmakers in a heated hearing today. Plus, the US just took national defense to orbit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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