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Oct 16, 2023 • 6min
12 PM ET: Gaza aid pressure, GOP speaker doubts, new Olympic sports & more
Israel plans new phase in war against Hamas, world diplomats work on getting aid to Gaza. Congressman Jim Jordan faces challenges to become House Speaker. Federal judge makes decision on what Trump can say publicly in election subversion case. New sports added to 2028 Olympics.
Oct 16, 2023 • 7min
9 AM ET: Trump gag order, coal train derailment, NFL player in hospital & more
Topics discussed include aid efforts for Gaza, potential gag order against Trump, Republican speaker selection, train derailment on Colorado's I-25, and an NFL player leaving the field in an ambulance.
Oct 16, 2023 • 6min
6 AM ET: Gaza being 'strangled', Rite Aid bankruptcy, Suzanne Somers dies & more
Aid workers warn Gaza is being 'strangled', Rite Aid files for bankruptcy, Suzanne Somers dies at 76, and Jim Jordan's path to speaker may be blocked by GOP lawmakers.
Oct 15, 2023 • 18min
One Thing: Witnessing a Week of War in Israel
Hamas assault on Israel and Israel's retaliation, thousands killed, Hamas holding hostages, teams on the ground in Israel.
Oct 14, 2023 • 6min
3 PM ET: An evacuation window is closed, Amsterdam battles “overtourism,” Disneyland resort price hikes & more.
Evacuation window closes for Palestinians in Gaza City amidst possible Israeli ground incursion. GOP candidates gather in New Hampshire for the 2024 presidential election. Amsterdam sets new record for highest taxes for tourists. Disneyland Resort raises prices again. Renowned poet Louise Glück passes away at 80.
Oct 14, 2023 • 6min
10 AM ET: Gaza’s humanitarian crisis, Australia’s Indigenous peoples referendum, Ring of Fire eclipse & more
Gaza's humanitarian crisis, disinformation online, Australian indigenous referendum, no charges against police officers, and safety precautions for viewing a solar eclipse.
Oct 14, 2023 • 7min
10 PM ET: Biden addresses Gaza crisis, hair chemical crackdown, Covid-19 vaccine studies & more
Bidens stance on Gaza crisis, assault on journalists, hair chemical ban, Ford Explorer recall, federal funding for next-gen COVID-19 vaccines
Oct 13, 2023 • 18min
Tug of War: Attack on Israel
This podcast episode discusses the current situation in Gaza and Israel, including the mass exodus, concerns about humanitarian consequences, Israel's military efforts, and global reactions. It delves into the devastating aftermath of an attack on a kibbutz in Israel, a father's horrifying experience during the attack, and the impact of the attack on the community psyche.
Oct 13, 2023 • 6min
5 PM ET: Hostage rescue talks, speaker nominee vote, hydrogen hubs & more
In this podcast episode, the US is in talks to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas, tensions escalate between Israel's military and Hezbollah, House Republicans nominate Rep. Jim Jordan for speaker, a teen is arrested in connection to a mass shooting in Baltimore, and President Joe Biden announces a $7 billion clean energy project in the US.
Oct 13, 2023 • 6min
UPDATED 12 PM ET: Gaza raids, hostage families, major tech deal closes & more
Israeli forces order Gaza evacuation amid UN criticism. President Biden to speak with families of American hostages. GOP leaders face unclear path forward. Trump loses attempt to block lawsuit. Tech world's largest deal finally closes.
