The Excerpt

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USA TODAY’s daily news podcast, The Excerpt (formerly 5 Things), brings you a curated mix of the most important headlines seven mornings a week. We also deliver special deep-dive episodes on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons on the most compelling topics in culture, entertainment, sports, politics, and more. Give us fifteen minutes a day, we'll give you all of the headlines, none of the chaos. Hosted by Taylor Wilson and Dana Taylor.

23 HR. AGO

Refugees and resettlement groups brace for a second Trump presidency

USA TODAY National Correspondent Chris Kenning discusses how refugees and advocates are preparing for a second term for President-elect Donald Trump. Protests are expected this weekend ahead of Trump's Monday inauguration. Crews make progress on Los Angeles-area fires. Plus, California fires are growing larger and more destructive in general. USA TODAY TV Reporter Erin Jensen tells us about her public search for Mr. Right. Nominate yourself or someone you know to win a dream date with her. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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1 DAY AGO

US 'confident' Gaza ceasefire will begin Sunday

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said Friday that the Israeli cabinet will meet to give final approval for the truce, following newly reported Israeli strikes in Gaza. USA TODAY Congress Reporter Riley Beggin discusses the importance of the relationship between President-elect Donald Trump and Speaker Mike Johnson ahead of Trump's inauguration Monday. Firefighters are making progress against deadly Los Angeles-area wildfires. But strong winds could return next week. Filmmaker David Lynch has died at 78. USA TODAY Personal Finance Reporter Daniel de Visé breaks down the debate over the H-1B visa. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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2 DAYS AGO

SPECIAL | Healthcare insurance is broken. How do we fix it?

The brazen murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in broad daylight in midtown Manhattan last year has open the floodgates to an outpouring of anger and frustration with the health insurance industry. Across the country, whether it’s about skyrocketing financial costs or access to care, there seems to be a wide agreement that health insurance in America is broken. The question is how to fix it. How can policy incentivize the industry to be better stewards of the health of its members without fueling unsustainable costs or incentivizing waste? What solutions are on the table and how might they shape the future of healthcare in America? Vivian Ho, Chair in Health Economics at Rice University, joins The Excerpt to share policy proposals currently being debated. Episode transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

13 min
2 DAYS AGO

Israel and Hamas reach deal on Gaza ceasefire, hostage release

USA TODAY World Affairs Correspondent Kim Hjelmgaard breaks down what a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas means for the conflict going forward. President Joe Biden says farewell to the nation. USA TODAY White House Reporter Zac Anderson recaps a busy day of Senate confirmation hearings. President-elect Donald Trump is considering issuing an executive order after he takes office to try to save TikTok in the U.S. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

15 min
3 DAYS AGO

SPECIAL | Our faith in democracy is at an all-time low. Can citizen assemblies help?

Citizen assemblies involve ordinary people participating in crafting policy solutions to community problems and have been around for over fifty years. Is this potentially a solution to restoring faith in our democratic institutions and reinvigorating healthy debate? Linn Davis, a program director at Healthy Democracy, a non-profit organization that promotes this innovative method of public engagement, joins The Excerpt to share recent learnings about how we can keep the public's engagement in our government both robust and accountable. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

14 min
3 DAYS AGO

Hegseth grilled in Defense confirmation hearing

USA TODAY Pentagon Correspondent Tom Vanden Brook recaps a Senate grilling for Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick to run the Defense Department. Schools are trying to get ahead of Donald Trump's plans for undocumented students. There's been increased containment to two major fires in Southern California, but high winds pose new threats. USA TODAY White House Correspondent Joey Garrison takes a look at President Joe Biden's defining legacy. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

13 min
4 DAYS AGO

Special counsel Jack Smith says in final report that he could have convicted Donald Trump

Special counsel Jack Smith's bombshell final report was released early Tuesday. Winds again pick up strength in Southern California, amid wildfires. USA TODAY White House Correspondent Francesca Chambers puts President Joe Biden's comments about his foreign policy record in context. USA TODAY Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page has some new exclusive USA TODAY/Suffolk University polling numbers, ahead of President-elect Donald Trump's return to the White House. Can you read cursive? The National Archives is looking for you. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

14 min
5 DAYS AGO

Death toll rises to 24 as LA crews race to contain historic wildfires

High winds are expected to complicate firefighting efforts in California this week. Plus, groups rescue dozens of animals from fire-ravaged areas. USA TODAY Chief Political Correspondent Phillip M. Bailey breaks down the race for the next Democratic party chair. President Joe Biden spoke Sunday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, amid cease-fire talks. USA TODAY Reporter Andrea Riquier takes a look at the future of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Episode Transcript available here Also available at art19.com/shows/5-Things See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Dr. Todd Davis

09/21/2024

Nutwal

Great way to quickly stay informed about the relevant issues….
Good reporting when not political

Jan 9

The Shadow Nose

Since election, reports have been more interesting and even [non-scientifically]educational. Leftist propaganda pops up on anything around Trump but it’s not relentless. Taylor Wilson has a great voice
Too left-leaning

12/20/2024

Longtime Bach watcher

I used to like this but it’s gotten way too left-leaning for my taste.
Great every day morning news show.

11/21/2024

Beggy3

Listed for years, however during election season, news are very obviously biased. Finding non biased news is difficult but there are few.. this is not one of them.

USA TODAY’s daily news podcast, The Excerpt (formerly 5 Things), brings you a curated mix of the most important headlines seven mornings a week. We also deliver special deep-dive episodes on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons on the most compelling topics in culture, entertainment, sports, politics, and more. Give us fifteen minutes a day, we'll give you all of the headlines, none of the chaos. Hosted by Taylor Wilson and Dana Taylor.