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CNN One Thing

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You’ve been overwhelmed with headlines all week – what's worth a closer look? One Thing takes you beyond the headlines and helps make sense of what everyone is talking about. Host David Rind talks to experts, reporters on the front lines and the real people impacted by the news about what they've learned – and why it matters. New episodes every Wednesday and Sunday.2022-2026 CNN Political Science Politics & Government
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  • Why US Farmers Are Feeling the Pain of the War With Iran

    Why US Farmers Are Feeling the Pain of the War With Iran
    Mar 25 2026
    The war with Iran has sent shockwaves through the global oil markets and jacked up gas prices in the US. But it has also boosted fertilizer prices, which is straining US farmers who were already dealing with the impact of President Donald Trump’s tariffs. We hear from one Iowa soybean and corn farmer who says his industry is suffering from the Trump administration’s self-inflicted wounds. For more: Fertilizer prices bring more pain for American farmers amid war in Iran --- Guest: Josh Manske, Iowa soybean and corn farmer Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Gordan Ebanks Photo: Scott Olson/Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    20 mins
  • Inside the ‘Casino-ification’ of Everything (Including War)

    Inside the ‘Casino-ification’ of Everything (Including War)
    Mar 22 2026
    Prediction markets are opening new doors to bet on pretty much anything - even outcomes during war. But things can get pretty heated when money is on the line, and now at least one state is stepping in to accuse a major prediction market of running an illegal gambling operation. WIRED’s Kate Knibbs talks about the “casino-ification” of everything and what this could mean for the future of politics and betting. For more: Iran-related bets on prediction sites scrutinized over ‘death markets’ and possible insider trades --- Guests: Jesus Martinez & Kate Knibbs, WIRED Senior Writer Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Photo: Daniel Heuer/Bloomberg via Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    25 mins
  • Is Hegseth Waging a Holy War on Iran?

    Is Hegseth Waging a Holy War on Iran?
    Mar 18 2026
    Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has not been shy about how his Christian faith has shaped him. However, some activists fear his views could be encroaching on the secular military in unprecedented ways and influencing how commanders are framing the war in Iran. We explore a controversial pastor connected to Hegseth who is leading a growing movement rooted in Christian nationalism and the idea that women should be “submissive” to their husbands. For more: Inside one pastor’s crusade for Christian domination in the age of Trump --- Guests: Pamela Brown, CNN Anchor/Chief Investigative Correspondent Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Shoshana Dubnow Photo: REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    24 mins
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