• 5 Good Things: These Dads Offer Hugs—and a Spiral—at Pride
    Jun 21 2025
    We tell you why a group of dads are playing catch and giving hugs at Pride. A paleontologist has discovered a new dinosaur species 86 million years in the making. One mom is sharing her inspiring survival skills, after a scary car crash. A postal worker finds a forever friend on his mail route. Plus, the heartwarming hometown contest that’s keeping ‘Old Blue Eyes’ voice alive in Hoboken. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    16 mins
  • Khalil release granted, Geneva talks end, ‘Jaws’ 50th anniversary & more
    Jun 20 2025
    A federal judge ordered the release of the pro-Palestinian activist at the center of a deportation fight. We have key takeaways from diplomacy talks over the Israel-Iran conflict. Brutal heat expands over the US in the coming days. Pope Leo gave a message to tech executives about artificial intelligence. Plus, we'll tell you how a classic summer blockbuster has changed our perception of sharks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    7 mins
  • Iran’s message to Trump, SCOTUS ruling, world’s best restaurant & more
    Jun 20 2025
    An official with the Iranian presidency spokesperson offered one path to diplomacy with the country. A Supreme Court ruling made it easier for victims of terrorist attacks to sue the Palestinian Authority. A man is in custody after an Ohio congressman’s incident on the road. A top Federal Reserve official has joined President Donald Trump’s calls to cut interest rates. Plus, we reveal which restaurant scooped the world’s top prize in what’s known as the Oscars of innovative fine dining. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    7 mins
  • Iran-Europe talks, Aflac hack, news alert fatigue & more
    Jun 20 2025
    We start with negotiations between European leaders and Iran in Geneva. Cybercriminals have breached insurance giant Aflac. Pro-Palestinian activists broke into Britain’s largest air base. President Donald Trump passed on honoring Juneteenth and made this complaint about federal holidays instead. Plus, why smart phone users are disabling news alerts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    6 mins
  • Iran’s biggest backers, tariff warnings explained, pitcher carted off & more
    Jun 20 2025
    An Iranian official is meeting with European ministers today for nuclear talks. Meanwhile, two of Iran’s allies are presenting a united front over the conflict. We keep hearing about tariffs pushing up prices, we’ll look at why that hasn’t happened yet. A man’s been arrested for allegedly trying to kidnap the mayor of Memphis, Tennessee. Plus, a Tampa Bay Rays player was dramatically carted off the field last night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    7 mins
  • A deadline for diplomacy, derailment health studies, NBA finals & more
    Jun 20 2025
    The two-week timer has been started for Iran and Israel to end the conflict diplomatically before President Donald Trump decides if the US will get involved. The Minnesota lawmaker who survived last week’s attack has spoken about it publicly for the first time. We’ll tell you what a federal appeals court decided about who can control California’s National Guard. Health studies have been commissioned to look at the long-term impact of the East Palestine, Ohio train derailment. Plus, the latest from game 6 of the NBA finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    7 mins
  • US grace period on Iran, TikTok’s lifeline extended, ICE agents denied & more
    Jun 19 2025
    There appears to be an openness to diplomacy amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. Palestinians are mourning the losses from Israel’s latest military strikes in Gaza. TikTok is catching another break from President Donald Trump. We’ll tell you why Thailand’s prime minister is facing growing pressure to step down. Plus, the LA Dodgers and Trump administration are at odds over ICE agents on stadium grounds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    7 mins
  • US weighs options, Trump rages at interest rates, new Covid-19 variant & more
    Jun 19 2025
    We start with an update on whether President Trump will order a US strike on Iran. President Donald Trump is calling for an unprecedented interest rate cut. A new Covid-19 variant surging in China is now in the US. The DHS issued new guidance for lawmakers visiting ICE detention centers after tense confrontations. Plus, an LGBTQ march in a major European city is longer happening later this month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    7 mins