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CNN Podcasts

We bring you 5 stories that will get you up to speed and on with your day. Updates at 6am, 12pm, and 6pm Eastern, every weekday.

CNN 5 Things

The US is pursuing an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela. The Justice Department’s release of the Epstein files is causing widespread criticism. We explain why the pulling of an episode of “60 minutes” has caused internal turmoil at CBS. Police in Australia say the suspected Bondi Beach gunmen threw bombs into the crowd which did not go off. Plus, another famous institution in Paris has been robbed.
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Oil Tanker Pursuit, Epstein Files Fury, CBS Pulls ‘60 Minutes’ Episode and more

President Donald Trump’s second term has been norm-busting and extraordinarily consequential, but cracks are starting to form in Trump’s base. As 2025 comes to a close, we take stock of whether his political pull is reaching its limit and how discontent with his policies could shape the midterms. 

For more: Americans have a new thing to worry about: A stuck job market with no quick fix 

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Guest: Aaron Blake, CNN Senior Reporter 

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin
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One Thing: Trump Claims He's Winning. Are Americans Buying It?

The Happiness Factory brings holiday cheer to people who need it most. An elementary school in Fort Worth, Texas couldn’t afford their annual Christmas gifts for its students, until TikTok made the magic happen. These sisters live far away from each other, but this holiday tradition brings them back together. This group believes Santa comes in every color. Plus, how many mistletoe-kissing couples does it take to make history?
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5 Good Things: Making 'Kiss-tory' Under a 600lb Mistletoe

The Justice Department just released a massive portion of files related to Jeffrey Epstein. We’ll tell you about the US military’s operation in Syria. Investigators face steep challenges trying to piece together a motive in the Brown University shooting. More pharmaceutical companies are joining President Donald Trump’s push to lower drug prices. Plus, an update on the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
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Epstein Files Released, US Strikes in Syria, Trump’s Drug Deals and more

There are questions over whether all the files related to Jeffrey Epstein will actually be released tonight. A powerful storm is causing flight delays and knocking out power for millions in the Northeast. We explain how an anonymous reddit post helped track the suspected Brown University shooter. The EU has announced a funding package for Ukraine. Plus, we’ll tell you why President Donald Trump’s “Patriot Games” are being compared to the “The Hunger Games.”
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Epstein Files Deadline, Northeast Storm, 'Patriot Games' and more

We begin with news that the Brown University shooting suspect has been found. The US has carried out more strikes on alleged drug trafficking boats in the Pacific Ocean. In a CNN Exclusive, we tell you about some planned changes to vaccines for children in the US. Australia’s prime minister has announced a plan to buy back hundreds of thousands of guns. Plus, the US-based TikTok app is inching closer.
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Brown Shooting Suspect Found, Child Vaccine Changes, US TikTok and more

Breaking News Alert: The social media platform has signed on
to a deal backed by President Donald Trump. Listen for details.

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6:35 PM ET: TikTok Signs Deal to Sell its US Assets

We start with the Trump administration’s health policy changes on care for transgender minors and marijuana. There’s a potential break in the Brown University shooting investigation. We’ll tell you about a plane crash that authorities say killed a NASCAR driver and his family. We’re getting a glimpse of the second batch of photos from Jefferey Epstein’s estate. Plus, a change President Donald Trump frequently joked about came true.
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Trans Youth Care Ban, Brown Shooting Suspect, Kennedy Center Renamed and more

Inflation has dipped and it’s a welcome boost for the economy. We explain what the expiration of ACA subsidies next year will mean for healthcare costs. The Trump administration is looking to ban transgender care from federal programs. European leaders are debating whether to use frozen Russian assets to finance Ukraine's war effort. Plus, Pope Leo’s pick for the Archbishop of New York may be unpopular with Trump
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Inflation Cools, Healthcare Costs, Leo's Pick for NY and more

⁠Brian Walshe is sentenced for his wife’s murder⁠. Listen for more details on the judge's order.
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10:30am ET: Brian Walshe sentenced for his wife’s murder

We’ll catch you up on the latest campaign news, from Springfield, Ohio to Flint, Michigan. Sean “Diddy” Combs appeared in court today after being charged with racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking. The Federal Reserve’s two-day monetary policy meeting could have big implications for the economy. We’ll tell you why the Federal Aviation Administration wants to fine SpaceX more than $600,000. Plus, a look at a growing global health threat.
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3 PM ET: Diddy in court, FAA could fine SpaceX, a potential superbug crisis & more

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