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Oct 6, 2023 • 6min
6 AM ET: Trump’s Speaker endorsement, US downs NATO ally drone, Nobel Peace Prize winner & more
Former president Donald Trump endorses a Republican candidate for House Speaker. US fighter jet shoots down a Turkish drone. 5.4 million people in Sudan displaced. Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Iranian activist.

Oct 6, 2023 • 6min
10 PM ET: Trump’s alleged nuclear sub talks, Feinstein’s funeral, NFL legend dies & more
We start with two big headlines on former President Donald Trump allegedly disclosing sensitive information about nuclear submarines and floating the idea of temporarily serving as House speaker. The man who opened fire on a crowded New York City subway last year has been sentenced. Then, we’ll tell you about two deadly drone strikes in Syria. Political leaders honored the life and legacy of the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein. Lastly, former Chicago Bears linebacker and Pro Football Hall of Famer Dick Butkus has died at the age of 80.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 5, 2023 • 6min
5 PM ET: Biden addresses border barriers, Russia’s missile test, gas prices & more
President Joe Biden says he doesn’t think border walls work, even as his administration plans to build additional barriers in South Texas. Russian President Vladimir Putin says his country has successfully tested a new nuclear-powered missile. A federal court has approved a new congressional map in Alabama that could give Democrats a second seat in the House. Police arrested an armed man who came to the Wisconsin Capitol twice asking to see the governor. And, as gas prices start to fall, drivers may be in for an even bigger treat at the pump by Halloween.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 5, 2023 • 6min
12 PM ET: New border barriers, Ukraine civilians killed, weight loss drugs risks & more
As cities like Chicago and New York see a surge in people arriving, the Biden Administration will build more barriers at the US-Mexico border. Ukrainian officials say many civilians are among at least 51 people killed in a Russian attack. Not having a House Speaker could eventually affect every American. A new study suggests people taking popular weight loss injections may be at higher risk for serious digestive problems, as drug companies ramp up production. Plus, the Anti-Defamation League says it’ll advertise on X again.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 5, 2023 • 6min
9 AM ET: Biden's border barriers, costly auto workers' strike, holiday discounts & more
The Biden administration is set to waive more than two dozen federals laws to build more border barriers at the US-Mexico border - we’ll bring you the details. Lawmakers share their frustration as most work in the House of Representatives has come to a halt. General Motors says the United Auto Workers union strike has cost it $200 million so far, while it and Ford have added to the layoffs. President Joe Biden is looking for alternative solutions to fund aid to Ukraine, in case Congress doesn’t come through. And, why you could get some discounts this holiday season.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 5, 2023 • 6min
6 AM ET: Healthcare strike, hottest September on record, RSV shot unaccessible & more
Healthcare strike, Speaker of the House division, record-breaking September heat, and RSV shot availability explored in a variety of current events.

Oct 5, 2023 • 6min
10 PM ET: House GOP divided, Sam Bankman-Fried’s trial, Simone Biles' win & more
Former Ukrainian official discusses congressional turmoil in Washington. Kevin McCarthy may be behind a move to kick two congress members out of their office spaces. Updates on shooting at a historically Black college. Trial of crypto billionaire Sam Bankman-Fried underway. Simone Biles excelling in gymnastics after hiatus.

Oct 4, 2023 • 6min
5 PM ET: House speaker vacancy, Trump blasts judge, Forbes 400 list & more
Congressmen announce run for House speaker, Trump attacks judge in civil fraud trial, Biden touts student debt relief, public pays respects to Sen. Dianne Feinstein, Trump falls off Forbes 400 list

Oct 4, 2023 • 6min
12 PM ET: Massive healthcare strike, Pope’s climate warning, Met Opera controversy & more
The podcast covers the largest healthcare worker strike in US history, House members vying for the position of House Speaker, the transfer of seized Iranian weapons to Ukraine, Pope Francis criticizing climate change skeptics, and a controversy surrounding the Metropolitan Opera's new season.

Oct 4, 2023 • 6min
9 AM ET: Student loan forgiveness, journalists raided, costly early celebration & more
As some names are being floated to be the new House Speaker, the political turmoil could hit the US economy. $9 billion in student loans were forgiven this morning - we'll bring you the details. SCOTUS is set to hear a case testing the strength of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Indian police have raided the homes of some prominent journalists critical of the government. And, we'll tell you why an early celebration at the finish line cost two South Korean athletes more than just their gold medal.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


