

CNN 10
CNN Podcasts
Explaining global news to a global audience: This is the mission of CNN 10, a 10-minute educational news show that appears as a daily digital video and audio podcast. CNN 10 serves a growing audience interested in compact on-demand news broadcasts ideal for explanation seekers on the go or in the classroom.
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Sep 3, 2025 • 11min
Children in Ukraine head back to school underground
Today on CNN10: We explore how the leaders of Russia, China and India are working toward a "new world order," before seeing an underground classroom in war-torn Kharkiv. Then, we'll relive the moment the Titanic was discovered on the ocean floor 40 years ago. All before finding out just how big of an environmental impact your next chat-bot query could have. This and more on today's CNN10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 2, 2025 • 9min
Devastating earthquake strikes Afghanistan
Today on CNN10: We learn about the relief efforts that are underway in Afghanistan as the country grapples with the fallout from a 6.0 magnitude earthquake. Then, we'll get the latest on a flotilla aiming to bring much-needed aid to Gaza by sea. And we'll hear more about a potential ban on one of New York's most famous tourist attractions. All this and more on today's CNN10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 29, 2025 • 12min
CNN10 Special Edition: 20 Years After Katrina
Today, A special 12 minute episode of CNN10: We'll take a look back at Hurricane Katrina-- as the nation marks 20 years since the deadly storm made landfall on the Gulf Coast. We'll break down what made the storm so devastating, and hear from Dr. Sanjay Gupta about his experience reporting from New Orleans' biggest hospital. Plus, CNN Meteorologist Allison Chinchar will help us understand the science behind the catastrophic storm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 28, 2025 • 10min
SpaceX makes a major breakthrough
Today on CNN10: We break down a pair of stories having a big impact on students across the country as the new school year kicks off. Then, we get a look at SpaceX's latest major breakthrough with the spacecraft that could one day take humans to Mars. And we'll learn how A.I. could be used to help restore famous damaged paintings. All this and more on today's CNN10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 27, 2025 • 10min
How this massive dust storm swallowed parts of a city
Today on CNN 10, CNN Meteorologist Allison Chinchar stops by to give us an in-depth look at all things weather. We'll learn about massive dust storms, West Coast wildfires, and even A.I.-powered hurricane forecasts. Plus, we'll see how cutting-edge technology is bringing one of Hollywood's biggest films back to the screen in an all-new way. All of this and more on today's CNN10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 26, 2025 • 10min
Fossil hunting in the Badlands
Today on CNN10, we get an update on Typhoon Kajiki, the powerful storm that's battering parts of South East Asia. Then, we take a look at NASA's latest mission to bring vital supplies to the International Space Station. We even get some hands-on experience hunting prehistoric fossils in South Dakota's famed Badlands. All of this and more on today's CNN10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 25, 2025 • 10min
Rare deep-sea creatures find livestream fame
Today on CNN10: We learn about North Korea's newest secretive missile facility -- and the middle schooler who could be in line to run the regime. Then, we take a look at some cutting-edge solar cars racing towards revolutionizing the auto industry. And we hear from the scientists who discovered the "big butt starfish" that has the internet in stitches. All this and more on today's CNN10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 22, 2025 • 10min
This group is fighting to bring back the night sky
Today on CNN10: We get the latest on TikTok's legal troubles, and why the popular social media app could have a bigger impact on mental health than we think. Then, we get an update on Hurricane Erin's ongoing impact on the US East Coast. We'll also get a special look at a group fighting to keep the night sky dark in an effort to help protect wildlife. All this and more on today's CNN10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 21, 2025 • 10min
How A.I. may decide what you're allowed to watch on YouTube
Today on CNN10: We take a look YouTube's new A.I.-powered age verification -- and how it could impact younger users. Then, we learn about a new discovery in South America that's shedding light on a mysterious ancient civilization. Then, we put some straws to the test to find out which is the most eco-friendly -- the results may surprise you! All this and more on today's CNN10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 20, 2025 • 10min
The Fictitious girl group who just claimed Billboard's top spot
Today on CNN 10: We break down the White House summit that could help pave the way for peace in Ukraine. Then, we look at how Hurricane Erin is impacting the US East Coast from hundreds of miles away. And we’ll also take a deep-dive into "KPop Demon Hunters," the record-setting Netflix movie that’s taking the world – and music charts -- by storm. All this and more on today’s CNN10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


