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Aug 29, 2023 • 5min
6 AM: FL bracing for Idalia, Trump's legal calendar, Eminem asks candidate to stop & more
Florida prepares for Idalia, deadly campus shooting in North Carolina, Trump's legal cases, Fukushima's radioactive water release, Eminem asks candidate to stop

Aug 29, 2023 • 5min
10 PM ET: UNC-Chapel Hill shooting, Idalia intensifying, remembering ‘Joe the Plumber’ & more
Police have arrested a man in connection to a deadly shooting at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Tropical Storm Idalia is expected to make landfall as a Category 3 hurricane in Florida bringing damaging winds, rain, and storm surge. We’re learning more about the gunman who killed three Black people in a racist shooting at a store in Jacksonville, Florida. President Joe Biden marked the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington while warning about the rise of extremism in the US. Lastly, the man who became known as “Joe the Plumber” during the 2008 election cycle has died.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 28, 2023 • 6min
5 PM ET: Mark Meadows' hearing, Idalia evacuation orders, Dollar General shooting & more
Former President Trump's call with Georgia officials, evacuation orders due to Tropical Storm Idalia, helicopter crash, racist shooting at a store in Jacksonville, and Spain's soccer chief facing charges for kissing a Women's World Cup player without consent are discussed.

Aug 28, 2023 • 5min
12 PM ET: FL hurricane watch, Trump trial date set, MLK speech & more
Tropical Storm Idalia is heading toward Florida and expected to strengthen to a Category 3 hurricane. There are two hearings happening in two of Donald Trump’s four criminal trials – one in Georgia and the other in Washington DC – that’ll give a clearer picture of what comes next. We’ll tell you what you need know about Covid-19 now the virus has changed and so has our immunity. Plus, today is the 60th anniversary of one of the most iconic speeches in history.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Aug 27, 2023 • 19min
One Thing: Scenes from a (Trump-less) GOP Debate
Dana Bash, CNN Anchor & Chief Political Correspondent, discusses the first 2024 GOP debate without Trump and highlights performances of Nikki Haley, Ron DeSantis, Tim Scott, and Mike Pence. The debate reflects the impact of Trump, explores his choice to not debate, and analyzes Ron DeSantis' campaign. The chapter also mentions Kit Mahr's coverage of Ron DeSantis' campaign and shares anecdotes from a recent debate.

Aug 20, 2023 • 19min
One Thing: What is Maui After the Fires?
Wildfires in Maui prompt tough questions about preparedness as locals voice anger over official response, lingering tourist presence, and real estate speculators. CNN Chief Climate Correspondent shares firsthand observations and speaks on rebuilding efforts. Grassroots relief efforts and conflicts between locals and the tourism industry are highlighted. Challenges faced by Hawaiian families and insensitivity of tourists and speculators are discussed.

Aug 13, 2023 • 18min
One Thing: Hollywood’s Strike Season is Ripe for Adaptation
Thousands of Hollywood actors and writers have been on strike for weeks demanding raises, regulation of artificial intelligence, and residuals from content created for streaming services. Meanwhile, thousands of hotel workers and public sector employees in Los Angeles have also staged work stoppages as they push for better wages. However, this uptick in labor unrest goes well beyond California. In today’s episode, we look at what’s driving a surge in union membership across the country and look at how presidential politics could play a role in a potential autoworkers strike. Guest: Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN Business and Politics Correspondent To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 6, 2023 • 18min
One Thing: Why the Third Trump Indictment is the Most Serious Yet
Donald Trump was indicted Tuesday on criminal charges by a federal grand jury in special counsel Jack Smith’s investigation into efforts to overturn the 2020 election, the latest in a series of unprecedented criminal indictments against the former President. In today’s episode, we examine the historic charges and how it appears prosecutors plan to make their case. Plus, a look at how the Republican frontrunner is expected to navigate a packed courtroom calendar while on the campaign trail. Guest: Elie Honig, CNN Senior Legal AnalystTo learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 30, 2023 • 17min
One Thing: Weight Loss Drugs: Trend or Treatment?
A new group of drugs for type 2 diabetes and obesity have shown to be more effective for weight loss than any previous medications. Some medications like Ozempic and Wegovy have surged in popularity thanks in part to celebrity use. But who should be taking them? And are they safe? In today’s episode, we break down the future of the weight loss industry and examine why some of these medications could also help curb addictive behaviors. Guest: Meg Tirrell, CNN Medical CorrespondentTo learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 23, 2023 • 17min
One Thing: Welcome to Hot World Summer
Throughout the month of July, scorching temperatures have broken records on several continents — the latest in a trend caused by the climate crisis. Meanwhile, in the US, extreme rainfall has led to devastating floods and toxic wildfire smoke has drifted down from Canada, prompting unhealthy air alerts in multiple cities. In today’s episode, we break down why this moment is uniquely dangerous and look at how the climate crisis is already forcing people’s hands about where to live. Guest: Bill Weir, CNN Chief Climate CorrespondentTo learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


