CNN Tonight cover image

CNN Tonight

Latest episodes

undefined
Nov 25, 2022 • 2min

CNN Tonight Update For November 24, 2022

There is no new episode of the CNN Tonight showcast. If you haven’t already, please check out CNN’s other podcasts and showcasts at cnn.com/audio.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Nov 24, 2022 • 1h 20min

DOJ seeks Mike Pence’s testimony in January 6 criminal probe

CNN Tonight continues with the panel discussing Mike Pence indicating he’s open to providing some testimony in the DOJ ‘s criminal probe into January 6, Trump’s week of legal setbacks, and the 600+ mass shootings in the US so far this year. And, as the nation reels from a second mass shooting in as many days, Nicole Hockley, M.D. of the Sandy Hook promise, joins to talk about the steps she thinks should be taken immediately to curb rising gun violence in America.Plus, police say “no suspects have been named or arrested” in the Idaho University student killings, Walker and Warnock are set for a Georgia Senate runoff in two weeks, a study suggests exercise can impact your Thanksgiving appetite, and a man explains his connection with his RealDoll.Hosted by Alisyn Camerota.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Nov 24, 2022 • 43min

6 dead after Virginia Walmart manager opens fire in store

5 employees and a 16-year-old boy have been killed inside a Virginia Walmart after an overnight manager of the store opened fire on his colleagues in a break room. Lorenzo Gamble, Brian Pendleton, Kellie Pyle, Randall Blevins, and Tyneka Johnson have all been identified as victims by so far by officials. Walmart employee Jessie Wilczewski gives her harrowing account of the ordeal, and how she miraculously survived.The DOJ is seeking Mike Pence’s testimony in the January 6 criminal probe. Trump’s former Acting Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney joins to discuss whether Pence will comply, Trump’s chaotic week of legal losses, and Kevin McCarthy facing a new term with a more extreme freedom caucus. Ethiopian born Swedish-American chef and restaurateur Marcus Samuelsson joins to discuss how more Americans are opting to eat out on Thanksgiving amid rising food prices, and the importance of celebrating cultural differences during the holiday season.Hosted by Kasie Hunt.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Nov 23, 2022 • 1h 20min

Special counsel begins work on Trump investigations

BREAKING NEWS: multiple fatalities and injuries have been reported in a shooting at a Walmart in Chesapeake, Virginia. CNN Tonight continues with the panel discussing the special counsel in the Mar-a-Lago and January 6 investigations beginning work with no signs the probes will slow down, the D.A. weighing hate crime charges against the club Q shooting suspect as the defendant’s lawyers say their client identifies as non-binary, World Cup host Qatar facing continued criticism over human rights abuses, and polling showing Americans’ declining trust in the Judicial Branch. In the wake of the Club Q shooting, CNN National Security Analyst Juliette Kayem joins to discuss if it’s time to rethink ‘Run, Hide, Fight’, and a friend of one of the Colorado shooting victims speaks out. Plus, police say they’re “Making progress” in the investigation into the killings of four University of Idaho students, and why we still don’t have all of the JFK assassination Records. Hosted by Alisyn Camerota.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Nov 23, 2022 • 43min

Kevin McCarthy's path to speakership unclear

Rep. David Joyce is the Chair of the Republican Governance Group. He joins to discuss how GOP defections are complicating Kevin McCarthy’s path to the House speakership, and the multiple investigations House Republicans plan to launch into the Biden administration. The panel discusses the power plays of the five Congressmen signaling “no” votes to Kevin McCarthy’s speakership, McCarthy demanding DHS Secretary Mayorkas’ resignation over border issues, the Supreme Court clearing the way for the House to get Trump’s tax returns and why Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has called the Teachers Union Head, “the most dangerous person in the world”.Ahead of the Club Q shooting suspect appearing in court tomorrow, Colorado Springs council member Nancy Henjum tells Kasie Hunt her community has been racked with “great fear and devastation”, but believes Colorado Springs is “much greater than hate”. A crippling rail strike could start as early as December 5th, after one of the biggest rail unions rejected its deal Monday. Jeremy Ferugson is President of the SMART Transportation Division and explains that “Members aren’t necessarily voting on the money issues. It’s quality of life, and how they’re treated”.Hosted by Kasie Hunt.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Nov 22, 2022 • 1h 20min

Interview with Colorado shooting hero

Officials hail Richard Fierro as a hero after he disarmed the alleged gunman in a deadly shooting at Club Q in Colorado. The US army veteran tells CNN “Everybody in that building experienced combat that night”, and that he was “defending his family”. Colorado Democratic Sen. John Hickenlooper joins to discuss the horrific shooting at club Q, and legislators in State Houses across the country passing 25 anti-LGTBQ bills this session.Presidential Historian Jon Meacham talks about the history of US presidents condemning hate crimes. Plus, Idaho police are still seeking the suspect and murder weapon in the University of Idaho homicides, how Iran’s security forces are raping women and men to quell protests, and “She Said”, a movie about the reporters who helped exposed disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein, tanks.Hosted by Alisyn Camerota.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Nov 22, 2022 • 42min

Colorado LGBTQ shooting, GOP Trump alternatives, Qatar controversy

A mass shooting at an LGBTQ club in Colorado Springs leaves 5 dead and another 25 injured. Two heroes took down the gunman, saving so many lives. Thomas James and Richard Fierro, a US Army veteran, who says he went into “combat mode”, as bullets were flying. The panel discusses if the rise in hate crime against the LGBTQ community relates to hateful rhetoric online, GOP elites weighing possible alternatives to Trump as his 2024 rivals tell top Republican donors it’s time to move on from the former President, and the political impact of Twitter facing an uncertain future under Elon Musks’ chaotic leadership.Mike Pence’s former Chief of Staff Marc Short joins to discuss Pence’s caution in criticizing Trump ahead of 2024, and the special counsel appointed to oversee the DOJ investigations into Trump. Former US women’s soccer goalkeeper Briana Scurry is a World Cup champion, and was the first openly gay player on the women’s national team. She joins to discuss the controversy surrounding European captains being told not to wear the “one love” armband at the World Cup in Qatar, and the president of FIFA accusing Western critics of the event of “Double standards”.Hosted by Kasie Hunt.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Nov 19, 2022 • 41min

Attorney General appoints special counsel in Trump investigations

Attorney General Merrick Garland appoints a special counsel to oversee the federal investigations into Trump’s role in the insurrection, and the classified documents found at his Mar-a-Lago residence. The panel discusses why this is a shrewd move by Garland, and if it makes indicting the former president more likely. With World Cup fever growing, the controversies are also heating up. Qatar's abysmal record on human rights is no secret. And now, World Cup organizers are apologizing after security tried to stop Danish journalists from broadcasting.Three powerful women speak out: Michelle Obama, Amal Clooney and Melinda French Gates discuss their mission to empower women and girls. Plus, organizers announce no alcohol is to be sold at the Budweiser sponsored World Cup in Qatar, the GOP calls for a Hunter Biden special counsel after the DOJ move on Trump, and a deadly snowstorm pummels Western New York.Hosted by Sara Sidner.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Nov 18, 2022 • 1h 22min

Pelosi steps down, Twitter walks out, Idaho coroner's report

Nancy Pelosi announces she is stepping down from the House leadership after 20 years, saying the hour has come for a new generation to lead the Democratic caucus. A “Mass exodus” appears to be underway at Twitter as employees reject Musk’s “Extremely hardcore” ultimatum. CNN Senior Media Reporter Oliver Darcy tells Laura Coates why he thinks this is Twitter’s last gasp.A coroner confirms the four University of Idaho students found dead in off campus housing had been stabbed to death. CNN Correspondent Veronica Miracle reports on the food truck video that offers a timeline of their final hours, as many questions remain unanswered, in what police are calling a targeted attack. Plus, how culture wars in the classroom impacted the midterms, Trump paints a grim vision of America in decline in announcing his third run for the presidency, and a Secret Service agent from Trump’s January 6 motorcade is interviewed by the House Committee.Hosted by Laura Coates.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Nov 17, 2022 • 40min

Interview with former Trump lawyer Michael Cohen

Trump’s ex-lawyer Michael Cohen reacts to the former president’s 2024 announcement, and discusses the New York Post mocking Trump for running again as GOP donors and allies ditch him. CNN Law Enforcement Analyst Michael Fanone joins to discuss the shocking killings of four University of Idaho students in off-campus housing, as the victim’s relatives call out the police department for lack of information.The panel discusses Mike Pence’s reaction to the January 6 rioters calling for his execution, and his comment that Trump decided to be “a part of the problem”. Plus, CNN projects the GOP will win control of the House, Elon Musk tells Twitter employees commit to “extremely hardcore work, or get out”, and Nancy Pelosi will address her future plans tomorrow.Hosted by Laura Coates.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app