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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.
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Aug 5, 2025 • 6min
Maxwell’s opposition, heated town hall, NJ-NY earthquake & more
We begin with the latest on the Trump administration’s effort to unseal Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell’s grand jury transcripts. Another attempt to move forward on redistricting in Texas falls short. We’ll explain what new data shows about President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown in red and blue states. A tense back-and-forth took place between a Republican lawmaker and his constituents. Plus, a second earthquake in days rattles parts of the eastern US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 5, 2025 • 6min
CA redistricting, TN quadruple murder arrest, hefty hiker fine & more
A Democratic state is competing against Texas in the redistricting wars. We have details on the latest call between President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart. A weeklong manhunt for a suspect accused of killing four people in Tennessee is over. California firefighters are battling the largest wildfire the state has seen this year. Plus, one hiker is learning the meaning of “paying” attention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 5, 2025 • 7min
Maxwell-DOJ interview, US trade deficit, Titan submersible report & more
The Trump administration is weighing a decision involving Jeffrey Epstein's associate Ghislaine Maxwell. The Texas House is set to reconvene, despite the absence of some Democratic lawmakers. President Donald Trump has hinted who might replace a key post, while new data shows how higher tariffs impacted the trade deficit. The US Coast Guard has released its report into the Titan submersible deaths in 2023. Plus, this disease could be more common due to climate change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 5, 2025 • 6min
Texas arrest warrants, Trump's big decisions, Olympics task force & more
We’ll look at what happens next as the standoff between Texas Republican lawmakers and absent Democrats continues. President Donald Trump will be filling two key economic leadership roles soon. Hundreds of wildfires are scorching Canada, and many are out of control. A grand jury has decided not to indict a former Atlanta officer after the death of a church deacon. Plus, a new task force will focus on Los Angeles 2028. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 5, 2025 • 7min
Gaza ‘full conquest’, $15,000 visa bonds, zoo’s unexpected request & more
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to call for a “full conquest” of Gaza. Texas Democrats are refusing to back down after civil arrest warrants were signed. We’ll tell you why the Attorney General wants a grand jury to investigate Obama administration officials. It could get a lot more expensive to visit the US on a business or tourist visa. Plus, the controversial reason a zoo in Denmark is asking for people’s unwanted pets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 4, 2025 • 7min
Abbott orders arrests, Witkoff’s Russia trip, manhunts underway & more
Texas Democrats face potential arrests amid a tense redistricting battle with Governor Abbott. Meanwhile, a Trump official's trip to Russia raises eyebrows as peace negotiations loom. The podcast also covers alarming air quality issues in Detroit linked to Canadian wildfire smoke. In addition, updates on ongoing manhunts related to two separate homicides keep listeners on the edge of their seats. Finally, researchers delve into rising colon cancer cases among younger adults, highlighting the need for earlier screenings and the complexities of this troubling trend.

Aug 4, 2025 • 7min
TX redistricting drama, Gaza ceasefire impasse, hurricane season forecast & more
Texas Democrats are making a desperate bid to prevent the GOP’s aggressive redrawing of the state’s congressional map. We’ll tell you what stalled ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas could mean for the war in Gaza. We explain what’s on tap for the most active stretch of the Atlantic hurricane season. United Airlines tells CNN about an incident that took place on a flight shortly after takeoff. Plus, the Trump administration is touting another win on the health front, but experts aren’t buying the hype. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 4, 2025 • 7min
Trump teases new hire, Musk's pay package, SC governor hopeful & more
President Donald Trump says a new BLS commissioner will be announced soon. It’s going to be another big week for trade in the US. We’ll tell you how much Tesla's board agreed to pay its CEO. CNN gained rare access to a Taliban-approved, all-girls’ school in Afghanistan. Plus, a House Republican is running for governor in South Carolina. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 4, 2025 • 6min
Democrats leave Texas, Social Security checks, '80s actor dies & more
Texas House Democrats are trying to stop a new congressional map being passed by leaving the state. One month on, Texas flooding survivors are still waiting for funding. Social Security will stop sending physical checks next month. Another death has been confirmed after part of a mine collapsed in Chile. Plus, tributes are being paid to a popular '80s actor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 4, 2025 • 7min
TX Dems leave state, Boeing workers strike, bar shooting manhunt & more
The White House is defending a controversial decision from President Donald Trump. We’ll tell you why Texas House Democrats physically left the state yesterday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing more pressure after the release of a propaganda video. Boeing is dealing with its second strike this year. Plus, authorities are searching for a suspect after a bar shooting that left four people dead in Montana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


