

CNN 5 Things
CNN Podcasts
We bring you 5 stories that will get you up to speed and on with your day. Updates every weekday morning, midday and evening. Plus, 5 Good Things and One Thing on the weekends.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Jul 3, 2024 • 6min
3 PM ET: Biden’s candidacy concerns, Beryl nears Jamaica, holiday gas prices & more
Questions swirl about the future of President Joe Biden’s candidacy as pressure mounts for him to drop out of the race. We’re tracking Hurricane Beryl as it closes in on Jamaica. A growing wildfire has prompted thousands to evacuate in Northern California as a heat wave ramps up. A long-running discount store chain is going out of business. And, we have good news for drivers hitting the road this 4th of July. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 3, 2024 • 6min
12 PM ET: Biden weighs 2024 bid, Hurricane Beryl, UK general election & more
Reports circle that President Joe Biden is acknowledging the coming days are key to save his reelection campaign. Hurricane Beryl moves towards Jamaica. The UK prepares to vote in election that could see the Conservatives lose power after 14 years. New research reveals a new potential health risk from popular weight loss and diabetes drugs. And, how much will Americans spend on BBQs this holiday weekend? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 3, 2024 • 7min
9 AM ET: Biden blames travel schedule, Navajo Nation heat, WNBA All-Stars & more
President Joe Biden has blamed his busy travel schedule for his poor debate performance. The Washington Post reports that the Justice Department will continue to pursue criminal charges against former President Donald Trump after the election, even if he wins. Hurricane Beryl is heading for Jamaica. 13,000 Navajo Nation households aren't connected to the electrical grid, meaning they get no relief from extreme heat. Plus, two Rookies have been named WBNA All-Stars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 3, 2024 • 7min
6 AM ET: Democrats against Biden, Beryl 'flattened' island, Jewish graves vandalized & more
A growing number of leading Democrats want President Joe Biden to drop out of the 2024 race for the White House. Hurricane Beryl is making its way towards Jamaica after the Prime Minister of Grenada said it "flattened" an island there. There are warnings that 4th July heat could be "exceptionally dangerous and lethal" for parts of the US. 250,000 people were at a religious ceremony in India that ended in a deadly crowd crush. Plus, the FBI is investigating after dozens of Jewish graves were vandalized in Ohio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 2, 2024 • 6min
6 PM ET: Trump’s hush money sentencing, India crowd crush, FDA approves Alzheimer’s drug & more
A judge has postponed former President Donald Trump’s sentencing in his hush money case in New York. Hurricane Beryl is now a powerful Category 4 storm as it moves toward Jamaica. The Israeli military has ordered a fresh round of evacuation orders for many parts of southern Gaza. More than 100 people were killed in a crowd crush at a religious event in India. Plus, the Food & Drug Administration approved a new drug to treat early Alzheimer’s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 2, 2024 • 7min
3 PM ET: Giuliani disbarred in NY, Biden’s debate performance fallout, Jamie Foxx’s health scare & more
Rudy Giuliani has officially been disbarred in New York for his part in former President Donald Trump’s 2020 election interference efforts. The Biden administration is expected to announce a proposed rule to protect workers from extreme heat. Democratic governors want to meet with the White House after President Joe Biden’s poor debate performance. Hungary’s prime minister is urging Ukraine to consider a ceasefire deal with Russia. And, actor Jamie Foxx opens up about a health scare that landed him in the hospital last year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 2, 2024 • 6min
12 PM ET: Trump's sentencing could be impacted, Hurricane Beryl, severe turbulence injuries & more
The Manhattan DA's office says it is open to delaying Donald Trump’s hush money trial sentencing date and the state Supreme Court announced Rudy Giuliani is officially disbarred in New York. Hurricane Beryl is moving through the Caribbean towards Jamaica. The Biden administration is rolling out the first-ever heat safety standard for workers. Illegal crossings at the U.S. Mexico border fall to a three-year low. Plus, dozens of passengers are injured following strong turbulence on an Air Europa flight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 2, 2024 • 7min
9 AM ET: Trump's legal moves, Gaza doctor alleges torture, Andy Murray dropping out & more
Former President Donald Trump's legal team is trying to delay, dismiss, and overturn some of the cases he’s facing in light of the Supreme Court's immunity ruling. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden is lashing out against the judgement, which his team hopes will give him a bump in the polls. Hurricane Beryl continues toward Jamaica as a potentially catastrophic Category 5 storm. The head of Gaza’s largest hospital claims he was repeatedly tortured during his seven months in Israeli detention. Plus, Andy Murray is dropping out of the singles event at Wimbledon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 2, 2024 • 6min
6 AM ET: Immunity ruling aftermath, Hurricane Beryl to Jamaica, Darien Gap deal & more
President Joe Biden has lashed out at the Supreme Court's ruling on presidential immunity, as Trump's team is already making legal moves. After hitting Barbados, Hurricane Beryl is continuing to strengthen as it heads towards Jamaica. Ukrainian officials say they’ve foiled a plot to overthrow the government. Panama says it’s reached a deal with the US to close a region used by migrants. Plus, the judge in the Karen Read murder case has declared a mistrial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 1, 2024 • 7min
6 PM ET: Trump’s immunity ruling impact, Karen Read mistrial, Hunter Biden sues Fox News & more
The Supreme Court granted former President Donald Trump partial immunity in his federal January 6 case – we look at what’s likely to happen next. Victims of the October 7 terrorist attack in Israel and their families sue Iran, Syria and North Korea for allegedly supporting Hamas. The murder trial of a woman accused of killing her police officer boyfriend has been declared a mistrial. We track the projected path of the Category 4 storm Hurricane Beryl in the Caribbean. Plus, Hunter Biden sues Fox News over a “mock trial” miniseries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


