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Monday through Friday get up to speed on the biggest headlines of the day with 5 Things. On Saturdays, get a break for your ears with good news from 5 Good Things. And at noon and Sundays, we take you beyond the headlines to help make sense of what everyone is talking about in politics and beyond with One Thing.

1 hr ago

‘Trump-a-palooza': Is Trump Serious About a $5K Midterm Payout?

President Donald Trump has made himself front and center at the GOP’s first ever midterm ‘convention’ in Texas this week. However, some prominent Republicans and candidates in tight races are skipping the event amid high costs and fear Trump’s unpopularity could weigh down their campaigns. We break down Trump’s message, his promise to pay American adults $5,000 if Republicans win the midterms, and whether the GOP is already looking past Trump. --- Guest: Steve Contorno, CNN Senior Reporter Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Jeff Simon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
6 hrs ago

Trump Promises $5,000 Checks if GOP Wins

Trump promises $5,000 checks if GOP wins, but no details on how to pay for it, Cockpit voice recorders show pilot warned of excessive speed before deadly cargo plane crash, Search and rescue operation after Philippine ferry fire, Foldable iPhone debut, American cowboys compete in World Nomad Games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
20 hrs ago

‘Trump-a-palooza' Midterm Convention Underway

President Donald Trump is expected to give the keynote speech tonight in the first-ever GOP midterm convention in Dallas. A former Anthropic researcher is warning of an AI apocalypse. This summer is one for the record books. A massive disruption at UK airports has left thousands of passengers stranded. Plus, everything you need to know about Apple’s first foldable iPhone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1d ago

What New CNN Polling Tells Us About 2 Battleground States

With less than two months until Election Day, new CNN polling is revealing where voters stand in critical Senate races in Michigan and Maine. We break down the numbers with someone who helped put the questions together. --- Guest: Jennifer Agiesta, CNN Politics Polling Director Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1d ago

US Destroys Iranian Tankers

The U.S. military destroys 5 Iranian tankers, Clancy jurors speak out, NYC releases 170,000 records about air quality after 9/11, Financial Disclosures show 3 of Trump's aides received a $45K cash gift, and Girl Scouts announce allergen-friendly cookies, plus a treat for your dog. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1d ago

NYC Mayor Releases 9/11 Air Quality Records

Police have revealed the names of the five people who were killed in Sunday’s deadly plane crash in Miami. New York Mayor Zorhan Mamdani released new documents showing city officials misled the public about the air quality around Ground Zero. Lindsay Clancy’s attorney expressed he’s open to negotiating a plea deal for his client. One college football conference is appealing the results of a game, while another is threating to kick out one of its founding schools. Plus, hear why Prince Harry and Meghan are “shocked” by King Charles’ letter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2d ago

Your Guide to the 2026 Midterms

With the midterm elections less than two months away, the key races and issues are taking shape. Let’s break down which are worth following and what they can tell us about the national mood. --- Guest: David Chalian, CNN Political Director/Washington Bureau Chief Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2d ago

NTSB on scene of deadly plane crash

Flight recorders recovered after fatal cargo plane crash in Miami, Mom charged with killing 2-year-old son, Canada's new tariffs on US goods take effect, Hunter Biden launches memecoin and a sneak peek at George Lucas' new museum in LA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Freezing Weather, Hegseth Scrutiny, Sean Combs Netflix Battle and more

People across the country are set to face snow, ice and freezing temperatures. The Trump administration is shifting responsibility for a possible illegal strike onto a US Navy admiral. Senior US officials are set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow today. The Justice Department is preparing another case against former FBI director James Comey. Plus, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ lawyers are threatening legal action over a new Netflix documentary series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Faiz Jamil

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Ifeoma Dike

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Kate Bolduan

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Jennifer Agiesta

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David Chalian

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Ari Shapiro

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Michael J. Chitwood

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Why is there an add in this

2023-08-16

Randomkeyes

Its unnecessary
Bring back David Rind

Feb 9

r3myb

Please bring back David Rind and company. Please change the music. The old theme music was better. There is now a generic 80s pop track that feels like aggressive 'hold music', playing constantly alongside the host, making it difficult to focus on the spoken content (in addition to being viscerally unpleasant music). The new host seems to rely on a 'news anchor style' of narration, which is kind of intense and hard to follow. It's a podcast - not live broadcast. The 'Ira Glass effect' of podcast consumption is that a large segment of audiences prefer a calm and relaxed 'NPR voice'. (Sorry - needs to be said).
Really?!? 2 ads?

Jan 5

johnsmcgill

Why do you feel the need to place 2 ads in this short podcast? 1st story, then an ad - I’ve stopped listening for this reason alone.
Could be better

2022-05-10

OtherBrad

There is no need to have an ad for 5 minute show.

Monday through Friday get up to speed on the biggest headlines of the day with 5 Things. On Saturdays, get a break for your ears with good news from 5 Good Things. And at noon and Sundays, we take you beyond the headlines to help make sense of what everyone is talking about in politics and beyond with One Thing.