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5 Good Things: A Second Grade Conclave Elected a Kid Pope

The world met the first American pope this week, but a second-grade conclave in Georgia stole hearts first. Venice is one of the most beautiful cities in the world – CNN National Correspondent Erica Hill shares how engineers plan to keep it that way. An abandoned Shih Tzu became the star of a senior center in Texas. Meet the 2025 National Teacher of the Year. Plus, in honor of Mother’s Day, we collected some of your favorite “mom advice.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...

May 10, 2025•17 min

Conclave Watch: The Book That 'Pope Pilled’ The Internet

Interest in the 2024 Oscar-winning film “Conclave” skyrocketed as Cardinals gathered in Rome this week and elected Pope Leo XIV. We talk with the author of the book that inspired the movie, who shares why he thinks the story has resonated with Catholics and non-Catholics alike. Guest: “Conclave” author Robert Harris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 09, 2025•19 min

US-China weekend talks, Trump appoints Fox News host, new at-home screening device & more

US and Chinese officials are meeting in person for the first time since their tit-for-tat trade war began. Blackouts have been reported in several cities in India amid escalating clashes with Pakistan. We have new developments on the high-profile arrest of a Tufts University student from Turkey. President Donald Trump made a notable change for one position after pushback from Republicans. Plus, the first cervical screening device that can be used at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...

May 09, 2025•7 min

Latest Newark airport outage, Trump’s foreign trip, ‘Diddy’s’ trial & more

We start with the latest troubling technical problem that impacted Newark airport today. A Russian politician is pouring cold water on President Donald Trump’s ceasefire demand. Some Trump administration officials have privately turned to a familiar face for the President’s upcoming Middle East trip. Milwaukee is taking steps to address a lead crisis. And, the prosecution’s star witness could take the stand soon in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...

May 09, 2025•7 min

Trump’s tariff concession, David Souter dies, transgender troops exit deadline & more

President Donald Trump says he wants tariffs on Chinese goods to drop to 80%. Pope Leo XIV warns about “practical atheism.” Former Supreme Court Justice David Souter has died. US troops diagnosed with gender dysphoria have just months to resign. Plus, we’ll tell you how a man who was killed in a shooting has given a statement in court. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 09, 2025•7 min

Leo XIV takes the helm, tariffs impact shopping, sea levels rising faster & more

First, we breakdown who the new pope is and what he could bring to the role. President Donald Trump’s tariffs are about to impact how Americans shop. An FAA report downplayed the risks of a data outage affecting Newark air traffic controllers. We’ll tell you what faster rising global sea levels means for coastal towns and cities. And, the founder of a cryptocurrency lending platform has received a lengthy jail sentence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 09, 2025•7 min

Pope Leo XIV’s first mass, China exports grow, Lively to take stand & more

The newly elected Pope Leo XIV has taken part in his first mass as the head of the Catholic Church. US Vice President JD Vance says the India-Pakistan conflict is “none of our business.” Chinese exports to the US have dropped dramatically, but they’re up overall. Russia’s Victory Day celebrations are bigger this year. Plus, Blake Lively’s lawyers say she intends to take the stand in her civil case with co-star Justin Baldoni. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 09, 2025•7 min

Pope Leo XIV reaction, new FAA system, Bill Gates pledges fortune & more

There’s an outpouring of support over the historic election of the first pontiff from the US. The Federal Aviation Administration has unveiled plans to modernize its aging air traffic control systems. Another shakeup is taking place within the Trump administration. The measles outbreak has reached a worrying milestone. Plus, billionaire Bill Gates has a new plan for his assets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 08, 2025•7 min

Conclave Watch: An American Pope

We have a pope – and he’s an American! Cardinal Robert Prevost has been selected as the next pope, the first American pontiff in history. He will be known as Pope Leo XIV. We break down the significance of this unprecedented moment and what challenges the Catholic Church's new leader will face as he takes over. Guest: Christopher Lamb, CNN Vatican Correspondent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 08, 2025•18 min

First American Pope, new trade agreement, India-Pakistan escalation & more

The first pope from the United States is making history. More details have emerged on the trade deal between the US and United Kingdom. Tensions continue to escalate between India and Pakistan. A bill to rename the Gulf of Mexico cleared a hurdle in Congress. Plus, an underwater volcano is on the brink of eruption. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 08, 2025•7 min

White smoke, US-UK trade deal, FAA’s new plans & more

The conclave has selected a new pope. President Donald Trump has finally inked a new deal with the UK. The Israeli military extends the detention of a prominent Palestinian journalist without evidence. China and Russia announce a closer policy partnership. Plus, we give a sneak peak of the FAA’s plans to remodel the outdated air traffic control system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 08, 2025•6 min

US-UK trade announcement, Trump’s bill divides GOP, autism database & more

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Donald Trump say they’ll make a trade announcement today. Tensions are continuing to spiral between Pakistan and India. Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” is dividing House Republicans. The HHS’ plan for a database on autism is sparking privacy concerns. Plus, Trump is looking at renaming another gulf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 08, 2025•6 min

Trade deal teased, Putin’s ceasefire starts, chimney watch & more

President Donald Trump says there will a “major trade deal” announcement today. It's been a tense night of shelling and evacuations in Indian administered Kashmir. Ukraine is accusing Russia of breaking its self-declared three-day ceasefire. Dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters have been taken into custody after a demonstration at Columbia University. Plus, we have the latest from the second day of the conclave. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 08, 2025•7 min

Conclave Watch: We Have a Nope

Spoiler alert: we don't have a new pope – yet. While we wait, we get an update from St. Peter’s Square as the conclave begins and dig into the political ramifications of the job. Guests: Christopher Lamb, CNN Vatican Correspondent & Massimo Faggioli, Villanova University theology professor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 08, 2025•18 min

Powell’s warnings, black smoke in Vatican, Biden’s first interview & more

The uncertainty surrounding President Donald Trump’s tariff policy is clouding the Federal Reserve’s economic outlook. We have details on the first round of voting for the next pope. A verdict is in on three former officers on state trial in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols. Federal investigators released a preliminary report on the deadly helicopter crash in the Hudson River last month. Plus, former President Joe Biden weighed in on Trump’s first 100 days in office. Learn more about your ad ch...

May 07, 2025•7 min

Interest rates held, FAA staffing increases, big Netflix changes & more

Investors are reacting to the Federal Reserve’s latest decision on interest rates. Pakistan’s defense minister has threatened a response to India’s deadly assault. The Federal Aviation Administration is taking steps to address the chaos at Newark airport. A Palestinian woman’s arrest is at the center of an NYPD investigation. Plus, Netflix users can look forward to these changes in the coming weeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 07, 2025•7 min

The conclave starts, fluoride water ban, new Disney resort & more

Leaders around the world are urging India and Pakistan to show restraint as fighting in the long-disputed region of Kashmir escalates. The cardinals have entered the Sistine Chapel to start the process to elect a new pope. A state's ban on fluoride in public water starts today. Sen. John Fetterman breaks his silence on a damning report questioning his fitness to serve. Plus, we’ll tell you where Disney is building a new theme park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

May 07, 2025•7 min

Pakistan-India escalation, China trade meeting, Smokey Robinson accused & more

Pakistan’s prime minister has given his military the green light to respond to Indian airstrikes. The Federal Reserve has a tough decision to make when it comes to interest rates. Trump officials are set to meet with Chinese representatives to talk trade. Five people have been charged in California over an alleged human smuggling operation. Plus, Smokey Robinson has been accused of sexual assault. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 07, 2025•7 min

India-Pakistan war fears, the conclave begins, REAL ID introduced & more

There are concerns that two nuclear armed rivals are on the brink of an all-out war. The conclave to select the next pope has started in the Vatican. Passengers flying domestically in the US will now need REAL-ID compliant identification. An air traffic controller has been describing the system meltdown at Newark Liberty International Airport. Plus, the US Navy has lost another $60 million fighter jet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 07, 2025•7 min

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