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A straightforward look at the day's top news in 20 minutes. Powered by ABC News. Hosted by Brad Mielke.

15H AGO

Nuclear Option: Israel’s Massive Attack on Iran

Israel launches a sweeping attack on Iranian nuclear sites. FBI agents handcuff a U.S. senator after he interrupted a DHS press conference. And a jet crashes into a medical campus shortly after takeoff in India. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

28 min
1D AGO

Protest Politics: High-Stakes Test for Democrats

As protests against ICE arrests spread to new cities, lawmakers consider political risks. An exasperated jury delivers a split verdict at Harvey Weinstein’s retrial. And the U.S. empties some Middle Eastern embassies of non-essential personnel amid concerns of attacks from Iran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

28 min
2D AGO

What Are Marines Allowed to Do in LA?

With parts of Los Angeles under curfew, legal arguments break out over the parameters of U.S. troop deployments. CDC employees protest HHS Sec. Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s decision to fire a vaccine advisory panel. And a mass shooting at an Austrian high school puts central Europe on edge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

28 min
3D AGO

City of Angels, Protests and Troops

President Trump mobilizes 700 active-duty U.S. Marines to Los Angeles in the wake of violent protests over ICE raids. A federal judge dismisses Justin Baldoni's $400 million countersuit against Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds. And legendary singer Connie Francis gains a Gen Z following on TikTok thanks to the viral success of "Pretty Little Baby." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

24 min
4D AGO

Fire & ICE: Los Angeles Erupts Over Arrests

President Trump calls in the National Guard to Los Angeles as protests against ICE deportations swell. Kilmar Abrego Garcia is returned to the U.S. to face charges. And a sailing circuit becomes the latest sport to try to capitalize on F1’s success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

31 min
JUN 6

Trump and Musk's Bromance Breakdown

Elon Musk and President Donald Trump's relationship erupts in an online feud. The Supreme Court makes major unanimous rulings. And British medical regulators warn women that weight loss drugs may affect contraception. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

26 min
JUN 5

Trump’s New Travel Ban

President Trump says he’s implementing a full travel ban on nationals from a dozen countries, while also directing an investigation into former Biden administration officials. The Congressional Budget Office says a Republican “mega-bill” would spend $2.4 trillion more than it saves. And federal agents arrest a man suspected of aiding an attack on an IVF center. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

33 min
JUN 4

Art of the Steel: Trump Hikes Tariffs

New steel and aluminum tariffs went into effect overnight, concerning manufacturers at home and abroad. Gazans describe death and fear as gunshots go off near another aid center. And two Chinese nationals are being charged with smuggling a fungus that is seen as a potential “agro-terrorism” weapon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Brad Mielke

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Love this news pod

Jun 4

CCej1857

I actually look forward to the news through this podcast.
Lost a listener

4d ago

Bloodonstars

It’s pretty disgusting listening to you normalize trump. You’re part of the problem. Shame on you.
Captain Riley Pitt’s story on May 26, 2025

May 27

USA Mknitter

Thank you so much for the “back story” on this Day of Remembrance. I was in high school on the West Coast when the Captain was killed in 1967. I appreciated hearing of his 2 children expressing their feelings of missing out so much of their father—makes me appreciative of having heard my own parents’ voices over the years. I am now briefly in Germany with a child connected to a military installation and was surprised to hear of Captain Riley’s name on various streets and buildings connected to them here. Again, this particular podcast is my favorite and I have been with it since the beginning. Brad, thank you for your excellent hosting job!
It’s the best way to start the day

May 22

Ease into the day.

The show is a direct, yet friendly way to ease into the headlines of the day. No raised voices or stress. There’s a little humor sometimes. I appreciate it.