Best Falcon Productions Podcasts (2025)

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🎬 “Quentin Tariff-tino” — Hollywood’s digital trade war. Warren Buffett’s secret investing sauce. Skechers’ $9B retirement. 22:51

3h ago22:51

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Hollywood just entered the Trade War… starring the 1st ever digital tariff (100% on Wicked 2). Warren Buffett is retiring, so we found his secret $$$ sauce… It’s culture, not calculations. Skechers is the 3rd biggest shoe biz on earth… and just sold for $9B thanks to your nana. Plus, the untold origin story of… Google Maps. $SKX $$PARA $NFLX $BRK.B…

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Trump's movie tariffs, boat capsizes, 2027 NFL Draft & more 6:46

12h ago6:46

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Hollywood is shaken by President Donald Trump’s tariff plan. Israel struck targets in Yemen for the first time in months. An investigation is underway after a small boat capsized near San Diego. We have new information on widespread delays at Newark airport. Plus, we’ll tell you which city is a future host for the NFL Draft. Learn more about your a…

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Trump trade negotiations, new cancer treatment study, Met Gala preview & more 6:51

14h ago6:51

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President Donald Trump weighed in on talks with US trade partners. Europe unveiled a push to attract researchers amid America’s changes to science policy. The Department of Homeland Security is offering undocumented migrants an incentive to self-deport. Researchers found a treatment that allows certain cancer patients to avoid surgery. And, what yo…

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Millions behind on student loans, Newark airport chaos, Pope’s final wish & more 6:40

18h ago6:40

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President Donald Trump said he doesn’t know if he needs to uphold the Constitution when it comes to due process for deportations. A new survey says a significant number of Americans with federal student loan debt are seriously behind on their payments. We’ll tell you which airline is facing major issues at Newark airport. Berkshire Hathaway will ha…

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Rwanda-US migrant talks, Diddy jury selection, Trump's AI image & more 5:24

18h ago5:24

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The Rwandan government says it’s in early talks with Washington to take on immigrants deported from the US. Jury selection starts today for the Sean "Diddy" Comb’s trial in Manhattan. President Donald Trump has doubled down on his threat of using military force to annex Greenland. Former Vice President Mike Pence has described the failure of the Ja…

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Defaulted loan collection, Alcatraz order, Gaga bomb plot & more 5:44

24h ago5:44

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We’ll tell you what today’s restart of defaulted student loan collection means for borrowers. President Donald Trump takes his trade war to the movies. Meanwhile, the president says he’s ordering the reopening of Alcatraz. Israel's Security Cabinet is expanding military operations in Gaza and a new framework to deliver aid. Plus, Brazilian authorit…

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🤫 “End of Passwords” — Microsoft’s post-password-era. Formula 1’s sister surge. Mack Weldon’s anti-tariff undies. 22:27

21h ago22:27

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Sam Altman is scanning eyeballs to verify Tinder dates… but the bigger story is the End of Passwords. Formula One just had its Miami Grand Prix… and the racing stock is at an all-time high. Mack Weldon’s underwear turned tariffs from a weakness to a strength. Plus, the next TBOY Live Show will be in **Chicago** 7/23/2025 🌭🏙️🌬️ $LLYVK $MSFT $SPY Wan…

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One Thing: Why It’s So Easy to Fall for Conspiracy Theories 33:40

2d ago33:40

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Conspiracy theories are not new. They’re as old as time itself. But if you feel like they’re everywhere right now, you’re not alone. So, what do you do when somebody you love has fallen down a rabbit hole? CNN’s Donie O’Sullivan has been covering the world of misinformation for more than a decade, but now he's less interested in what people believe…

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HORROR 421- The Podcast, Season 4, Episode 8, author and Weekly Spooky contributor, Bruce Haney 40:59

2d ago40:59

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Bruce sits out to discuss his cool new horror book, Dirt Babies along with other things going on and of course, Weekly Spooky. Find Bruce Haney's work here: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=bruce+haney&crid=NH2M11D46A71&sprefix=bruce+haney%2Caps%2C363&ref=nb_sb_noss_1 Subscribe to Weekly Spooky here:https://www.weeklyspooky.com/ Join our brand new Patreo…

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5 Good Things: 100 Men vs. 1 Gorilla: An Expert’s Take on Viral Debate 16:06

3d ago16:06

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When disaster struck in California, these young robotics engineers refused to quit, and their hard work paid off. A primatologist weighs in on the viral 100 men vs. silverback gorilla debate. After losing a loved one to drunk driving, the Montana Bar Fairies helped pass a new state law. An Australian miniature dachshund survived over a year in the …

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🥤 Frappuccino: The Billion-Dollar Brainfreeze Starbucks Nearly Killed 8:41

3d ago8:41

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Subscribe to The Best Idea Yet here: https://wondery.com/links/the-best-idea-yet/ The cream-topped, dome-lidded Frappuccino is the caffeinated crown jewel of the Starbucks empire. It helped the company break out from regional coffee chain to global lifestyle brand, made cold drinks into 75% of Starbucks’ beverage sales, and created a whole new lang…

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WH budget blueprint, Zelle outage, first driverless trucks & more 6:51

3d ago6:51

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We start with an outline of President Donald Trump’s vision for the next fiscal year. Police released footage of Abrego Garcia at a traffic stop that officials have used to paint him as a criminal. We have an update on an outage affecting some bank customers. Russia’s president may have shifted his immediate goal in the Ukraine war. Plus, we’ll tel…

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Labor secretary on recession, ‘Diddy’ trial witnesses, Prince Harry’s appeal & more 6:45

3d ago6:45

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We start with the US labor secretary’s reaction to new economic data on jobs and unemployment. We’ll break down some of the witnesses expected to testify at Sean “Diddy” Combs’ criminal trial that starts next week. The nation’s weather forecasting agency is limping toward hurricane season. An Illinois landlord convicted of a vicious hate crime has …

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Fed’s rates dilemma, ‘enemy combatants’ label, Met Gala preview & more 6:48

4d ago6:48

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President Donald Trump is calling for the Fed to lower interest rates after a positive jobs report. Vice President JD Vance says the war in Ukraine is “not going to end any time soon.” Trump says he’s going to strip Harvard of its tax exemption. The definition of enemy combatant may extend to include cartel and gang members in the US. And, we’ll ta…

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April jobs report, aid ship fire, Russell Brand in court & more 6:31

4d ago6:31

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We’ll bring you the latest economy snapshot as April’s jobs report is released. House Republicans have started drafting President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill.” A ship carrying aid for Gaza says it’s been hit by a drone strike in international waters. Russell Brand appeared in court today over sexual assault and rape charges. Plus, DEI is wi…

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Tariff exemption ends, alternative measles treatments, 90s singer dies & more 6:36

4d ago6:36

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We’ll tell you why most Americans could start feeling the impact from tariffs starting today. President Donald Trump is stopping funding for PBS and NPR. The Health Secretary wants the CDC to look at new treatments for measles. Homeless people in Oregon are being evicted from a forest where they’ve camped for years. And, a singer of iconic 90s anth…

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🚁 “Mission: iMpossible” — Apple’s Hoarder’s Quarter. The Cars-becoming-Spas trend. Elon’s DOGE exit. 23:00

4d ago23:00

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Luxury cars are adding wild mindful wellness features… But will anyone pay for an in-car spa? Elon just exited DOGE… So we calculated the $$$-saving scorecard. Apple pulled off a “Mission Impossible” operation… We’re calling it the Hoarder’s Quarter. Plus, who will win the Kentucky Derby?… The horse whose name begins with “S.” $AAPL $SPY $MGGYY Wan…

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Trump's new nomination, toothpaste marketing probe, Musk’s Buddha reference & more 6:52

4d ago6:52

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We start with the first major staff shakeup since President Donald Trump took office. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing new backlash from hostage families. We’ll tell you why a struggling retailer fired its brand new CEO. Two major toothpaste companies are being pulled into the fluoride wars. Plus, Elon Musk drew an interesting co…

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Migrant deportations ruling, Waltz’s new role, manufacturing production shrinks & more 6:52

17h ago6:52

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A judge in Texas delivered a significant blow to the Trump Administration’s deportation plans. President Donald Trump announced national security adviser Mike Waltz’s new role. A new survey underscores the impact President Donald Trump’s tariffs are having on US manufacturing. A proposed law could change how users engage with app stores. Plus, the …

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Waltz’s future uncertain, gender dysphoria report, grueling swim & more 6:45

5d ago6:45

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National Security Advisor Mike Waltz is expected to leave his post in the coming days. The Department of Health and Human Services released a review on gender dysphoria treatment in children. Experts warn that President Donald Trump’s migrant policy could chip away at Social Security’s finances. A group of high school athletes have turned themselve…

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Supply shortage countdown, Africa deportation plan, May Day protests & more 6:43

5d ago6:43

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The last cargo ships to avoid tariffs are arriving in the US from China. The Trump administration is talking to Libya and Rwanda about sending them US migrants who’ve committed crimes. Anti-Trump protests are planned across the country. We’re learning more details about the minerals deal between the US and Ukraine. Plus, some new rules for vaccine …

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Possible trade deals, Gaza desperation, extra Harvard funding cuts & more 6:34

1d ago6:34

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Possible trade deals, Gaza desperation, extra Harvard funding cuts & morePresident Donald Trump says potential trade deals are in the works with three Asian nations. We’ll tell you the result of a bipartisan attempt in the Senate to block Trump’s tariffs. People in Gaza have stormed UN facilities hoping to find food and supplies. The White House sa…

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🚘 “I own a Waymo” — Toyota’s self-driving deal. Domino’s pizza paradox. The Year-Round Horror Economy. 21:21

5d ago21:21

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Pizza explains the Trade War… Delivery pizza is tariff-proof, but frozen pizza is recession-proof. Waymo just partnered with Toyota for personal self-driving cars… It’s the new robo-chauffeur. Today is half-way to Halloween… but “horror” has become a year-round industry. Plus, instead of “can 100 men beat 1 gorilla,” we’re asking “can 100 men out-e…

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Mineral deal signed, Gaza nears famine, Falcons fined & more 6:39

5d ago6:39

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The US and Ukraine have signed a deal that’s been in the works since President Donald Trump took office. Israel’s blockade of humanitarian aid is pushing Gaza closer to famine. UPS plans to cut its workforce by 4%. A watchdog group says kids under 18 shouldn’t use AI companion apps. Plus, the NFL has handed out penalties after a prank call on Shede…

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Trump’s cabinet meeting, Columbia student freed, FBI agents reassigned & more 6:46

5d ago6:46

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President Donald Trump held a Cabinet meeting shortly after a report on the struggling US economy came out. China’s factory activity has shrunk at its fastest pace in 16 months as US tariffs hit. A federal judge has ordered the release of a Palestinian Columbia University student. The FBI reassigned several agents over a photo from a protest in 202…

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Economy report card, US-Ukraine minerals deal, dog besties & more 6:12

6d ago6:12

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We break down two reports that show how President Donald Trump’s policies are impacting the economy. New tariffs are set to kick in this week. A natural resources agreement between the US and Ukraine could be signed by tomorrow. We have a reminder for anyone planning on taking a domestic flight without a passport anytime soon. Plus, two pets in Ida…

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Episode 148: Greg Gesswein, CEO of Gesswein - Distribution B2B eCommerce 1:06:10

2d ago1:06:10

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Send us a text Greg Gesswein is a fourth generation distributor owner operator that has digitally transformed a 100 plus year old company. Gesswein is on their third generation of B2B eCommerce and has also modernized their ERP system to Acumatica. With a mix of modern SaaS platforms, Shopify and Acumatica, Gesswein is able to accelerate digital ad…

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US economy reversal, world arms itself, Vietnam War anniversary & more 6:14

6d ago6:14

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The latest GDP figures show the US economy reversed in the last quarter. A new poll shows many Americans don’t support President Donald Trump’s immigration policies. Storms have caused a death and major power outages in parts of the US. The world is arming itself faster than we’ve seen in decades. Plus, it’s been 50 years since the end of the Vietn…

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Harvard probe, extreme hazing, runaway animal & more 6:47

2d ago6:47

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President Donald Trump hailed his first 100 days in office as a success at a rally in Michigan last night, despite his approval rating suggesting otherwise. Harvard University has released its task force reports on campus antisemitism and anti-Muslim bias. Pakistan is claiming India is planning to attack Islamabad. A group of high school students a…

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🦅 “Falcon Mode” — Lyft’s enshittification. Labubu’s viral dolls. Bezos vs Trump on “Tariff Fees.” 22:10

6d ago22:10

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Lyft dropped the wildest CEO letter ever… and it includes “Enshitiffication” and “Falcon Mode.” The most popular, viral product right now? Labubu dolls… Their growth hack? Blind boxes. The big business beef was President Trump calling Jeff Bezos… because of a Tariff Fee. Plus, the world’s biggest pasta brand just solved pasta cooking… with the firs…

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Climate report at risk, Trump’s impact on kids’ healthcare, teen makes cricket history & more 6:43

6d ago6:43

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A group of unions, non-profits and local governments are suing over President Donald Trump’s efforts to reduce the federal workforce. Trump has halted work on a major climate report. We’ll tell you about Trump's focus on chronic conditions in kids. The UN World Food Programme has run out of food in Gaza. Plus, a cricket prodigy wows the world. Lear…

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Trump vs Bezos, LA workers on strike, dangerous weather & more 6:44

6d ago6:44

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After attacks from the White House, Amazon has said a plan to display added costs due to tariffs was never approved. We’ll tell you why some public and administrative services are closed in Los Angeles County. Severe thunderstorms and potentially catastrophic flooding risks are brewing in the central and eastern US. Iraqi authorities say they’ve ar…

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100-day vibe check, Spain’s lights back on, top Dem steps down & more 6:43

7d ago6:43

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The White House marks the president’s 100th day in office by highlighting his economic agenda, amid deepening economic pessimism. We'll tell you how frustrated Americans are 100 days in. Police are investigating a deadly car crash at an after-school camp in Illinois. The power is back on in Spain, but questions remain. Plus, the ranking member of a…

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Trump’s voter scorecard, DOJ resignations, deepfake porn protections & more 6:36

7d ago6:36

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President Donald Trump is marking his 100th day in office with a rally, while we break down how voters are feeling. Meanwhile, Trump has played a pivotal role in Canada’s election. A convicted cardinal has backed out of the process to elect the next Pope. A huge chunk of a Justice Department division is expected to accept a resignation offer. Plus,…

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Liberals win Canada’s election, Trump’s 100th day, lost jet & more 6:34

7d ago6:34

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Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney took aim at President Donald Trump while claiming victory in his country’s federal elections. Meanwhile, Trump is marking his 100th day in office by focusing on the economy, but voters are so far unimpressed. Automakers may soon get another tariff reprieve. Chemicals found in common household products have been l…

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👶 “End the $1K Baby Tax” — Tariffs crush strollers. Star Wars’ epic re-release. UNC’s D1 ath-fluencer class. 22:52

7d ago22:52

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The trade war inadvertently created a $1K Baby Tax… So we predict a “family exemption.” Star Wars re-released Ep 3, bringing in $42M this weekend… Re-releases can save theaters. UNC is teaching athletes how to become D1 Influencers… The key: “you don’t have to dance.” Plus, the untold origin story of… the Frappuccino (spoiler: Starbucks acquired it…

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GOP spending bill, Europe power outage, tuition-free school closes & more 6:49

8d ago6:49

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House Republicans are unveiling the details of a spending bill to implement President Donald Trump’s agenda. The US and Ukraine are unsatisfied with Russia’s three-day ceasefire plan. We’ll tell you why two schools in Milwaukee were temporarily shut down today. We have updates on the unexplained power outage in parts of Europe. Plus, an ambitious e…

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Trump on income tax, a new Iran nuclear deal, election day in Canada & more 6:44

8d ago6:44

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President Donald Trump has an ambitious plan to eliminate income tax for Americans. We'll tell you about this weekend's round of nuclear talks with Iran. Harvard University had its first court hearing today in its suit over drastic federal funding cuts. It’s election day in Canada, where Trump’s rhetoric looms large. Plus, a reality TV star is expe…

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NFL Draft Recap: Shedeur Will End Up Starting the Most Games at QB for the Browns 43:23

4d ago43:23

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A weekly staple on ‘The Rich Eisen Show’ since 2018, ‘Overreaction Monday’ is now also an extended podcast with Rich and Chris Brockman debating the latest in the NFL. Today’s topics: 2:00 - The Giants should start Jaxson Dart from Day 1 8:00 - After all this, Shedeur will end up starting the most games at QB for the Browns this year 15:00 - Caleb …

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Immigration crackdown, ultraprocessed food risk, NFL prank call & more 6:52

8d ago6:52

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The Trump administration has its sights set on border security, as the president marks his 100th day in office tomorrow. Ukraine is questioning Russian President Vladimir Putin’s announcement of a temporary ceasefire. We’ll tell you the latest research on ultraprocessed foods and life expectancy. The US has urged India and Pakistan to work towards …

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Putin declares ceasefire, major power outages in Europe, conclave date set & more 6:14

8d ago6:14

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine to coincide with World War II commemorations. A massive power outage has wiped out electricity across parts of Spain, France and Portugal. Over 100 immigrants were arrested in a nightclub raid in Colorado Springs. China has denied President Donald Trump’s claims he has s…

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Trump’s approval rating sours, Vancouver car attack, severe weather & more 6:49

8d ago6:49

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As President Donald Trump approaches 100 days in office, his approval rating is at a record-breaking low. US airstrikes have allegedly hit a prison holding African migrants in Yemen. A suspect has been charged after a deadly car ramming attack in Vancouver. Top Democrats held a sit-in yesterday to protest Trump’s agenda. Plus, which regions will be…

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🧊 “$17 per cube” — Glacial Ice startups. Bezos’ $20k electric car. California = 4th Biggest Economy. 22:32

8d ago22:32

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Jeff Bezos’ secret electric car launched… It’s $20k, anti-Tesla, and inspired by the Amish. 100,000 year old glacier ice is being used in Dubai nightclubs… selling for $60/cube. California passed Japan to be the 4th biggest economy in the world… we’ll tell ya how. Plus, the latest recession signal is the “Brown Bag Indicator”... Leftover lunch is a…

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One Thing: Is Horse Racing on Its Last Legs? 25:25

5d ago25:25

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Ahead of this year’s Kentucky Derby, horse racing critics are asking familiar questions about animal safety and care in an industry fueled by gambling. We examine how high-profile horse deaths and an FBI investigation into doping allegations have pushed the sport towards reforms. Guest: Katie Bo Lillis, CNN Senior Reporter & Author, “Death of a Rac…

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The Lead Masks Case (Part Two: Seekers 34:10

5d ago34:10

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"I have no doubt they died of an experiment with psychic forces for which they were ill-prepared and which turned out to be fatal." By the end of 1967, the official investigation into the Lead Masks Case was brought to a close. The final police report listed the cause of death for both Miguel José Viana and Manoel Pereira da Cruz as undetermined. T…

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5 Good Things: Why Saying No Brings Eva Longoria Joy 16:41

10d ago16:41

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The host of CNN’s "Searching for Spain" shares why Americans should try to live life like the Spaniards do. A rare record collector reunites a woman with a Voice-o-Graph she recorded 70 years ago. How this record-setting rodent is saving lives with his sense of smell. From deception to acceptance, a female magician's decades-long journey into the w…

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Luigi Mangione's plea, Pope funeral prep, Sean "Diddy" Combs trial & more 6:36

11d ago6:36

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President Donald Trump has said another tariff pause will be “unlikely.” Luigi Mangione entered his plea in a New York court today. Cardinals have undergone the final preparations for Pope Francis’ funeral tomorrow. A third round of nuclear talks between the US and Iran are set for this weekend. Plus, Sean "Diddy" Combs lost a bid to keep this vide…

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WI judge arrested, consumer sentiment plunged, George Santos sentenced & more 6:45

11d ago6:45

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We begin with the state of play after talks between the Trump administration’s chief negotiator Steve Witkoff and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The FBI has arrested a Wisconsin judge for obstructing ICE from arresting a migrant. An analysis this month shows consumers are unsettled by tariff uncertainty. We’ll reveal the sentencing for former Re…

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Crimea to ‘stay with Russia,’ Trump’s tariff deals, from Egypt to the NFL draft & more 6:30

11d ago6:30

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President Donald Trump has told TIME that part of the peace proposal to end the war in Ukraine includes Crimea staying with Russia. The president also said that he’s made “200 deals” after pausing tariffs. A federal agency sent a survey to some university and college staff, asking an usual question. The Trump administration is considering getting r…

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Witkoff-Putin talks, China’s tariff roll-back, abandoned skyscraper & more 6:38

11d ago6:38

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Special US Envoy Steve Witkoff is meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, as part of the White House’s latest effort to end the war in Ukraine. We’ll tell you which US goods China seems to have quietly rolled back its retaliatory tariffs on. A highly controversial US cardinal will help close Pope Francis’ coffin. President Donald Trump says …

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