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Energy Strikes Deadline Extended, Maduro in Court, Savannah Guthrie Interview and more

We start with the latest on talks to end the war with Iran and a US decision to postpone strikes. Nicolás Maduro and his wife faced their second court hearing in New York – we have details. We’ll explain a new ban on transgender women athletes. Airports across the country are bracing for another crush of weekend travelers. Plus, a “Today” co-host speaks out in her first interview since her mother went missing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Iran War Negotiations, CPAC 2026, Harris Reemerges and more

President Donald Trump is growing frustrated with Iran’s approach to negotiations and has issued the country a warning. We'll break down the key issues expected to take center stage at one of the largest annual meetings of conservatives, starting today. Former Vice President Kamala Harris is getting back out there, as speculation about her political future swirls. A CNN investigation [https://www.cnn.com/interactive/2026/03/world/expose-rape-assault-online-vis-intl/] uncovered online communities where men share tips about sexually assaulting women. Plus, a prominent critic of President Trump is receiving a prestigious award. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Meta, YouTube Lose Landmark Case, Fuel Surcharge, Ballpark Eats and more

Tehran disputes President Trump’s claim that they want to make a deal. Meta and YouTube have been found liable in a social media addiction trial. Ousted Venezuelan leader, Nicolas Maduro and his wife are set to appear in federal court today.  Rising gas prices push USPS to add an 8% package surcharge. Plus, Baseball is back and so are the ballpark eats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Iran’s Response to US Proposal, Landmark Social Media Verdict, Stephen Colbert’s New Job and more

We start with Iran’s conditions for ending the war despite initially resisting a US plan. We’ll break down a jury’s decision in a social media addiction trial against tech giants. The Supreme Court ruled in a music copyright fight challenging a major internet service provider. The latest push to end the Department of Homeland Security shutdown has fallen flat. Plus, the next chapter in this late-night host’s career.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Iran War Talks, Open AI Shutters App, ‘Robot Umpires’ and more

Trump administration officials are trying to schedule talks with Iran aimed at ending the war. British police have arrested two men in connection with a suspected antisemitic arson attack in London. Savannah Guthrie spoke about her mother’s abduction with NBC “Today Show” colleague and longtime friend, Hoda Kotab. An AI video generation app is shutting down just months after it launched. Plus, "robot umpires" are making their official MLB debuts this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]