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One Thing: The Supreme Court Enters the Debate Over Transgender Athletes

The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments this week in a case that could decide whether states may ban transgender students from playing on sports teams that align with their gender identity. It comes as President Donald Trump has moved to punish institutions that are inclusive of trans athletes. We break down the legal case and hear from a transgender former college athlete who says this is about way more than a game.  For more: Do transgender women have an athletic advantage? Here’s what the science does – and doesn’t – say [https://www.cnn.com/2025/05/29/health/transgender-athletes-advantage-science-explainer]  ---  Guests: Mayumi Berry, former NCAA athlete & John Fritze, CNN Supreme Court Reporter   Host: David Rind  Producer: Paola Ortiz  Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

5 Good Things: How to Make Healthy Habits Stick Past January

A health and fitness expert [https://www.cnn.com/2026/01/01/health/how-to-form-habits-resolutions-wellness] shares how to make healthy habits stick long after January. A chef’s intuition saved a longtime customer who stopped showing up. This highway is made of recycled tires. Meet the Catholic priest preaching in unexpected places. Plus, a specialized court [https://www.cnn.com/2025/12/31/us/veterans-treatment-court-hdy] helps veterans heal through recovery, mentorship, and second chances. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. [https://www.cnn.com/newsletters]  Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco  Producer: Eryn Mathewson  Showrunner: Faiz Jamil  Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin  Editorial Support: Demetrius Pipkin, Jeff Winter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

New ICE Shooting Footage, Flu & Measles Spike, Grok Restrictions and more

We begin with new video capturing pivotal moments surrounding an ICE agent’s fatal shooting in Minneapolis. President Donald Trump met with energy executives about plans to overhaul Venezuela’s oil industry. Flu and measles cases are surging in parts of the US. We have an update on the Swiss resort bar hit by a deadly fire on New Year’s Day. Plus, a key change to Elon Musk’s AI chatbot amidst a deepfake controversy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Outrage Over ICE Shootings, Jobs Report, Iran Protests and more

Two US cities are on edge after separate shootings involving ICE agents. December’s job numbers are weaker than expected. We explain why the US has canceled a second wave of attacks on Venezuela. Iran is facing its most serious anti-regime protests in years. Plus, Luigi Mangione is back in court, as his lawyers fight for him to avoid the death penalty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Portland Couple Shot, MN ICE Shooting Investigation, Weight Gain Research and more

There’s been another shooting by border patrol agents, this time in Portland, Oregon. Meanwhile, the investigation into the fatal shooting of a woman in Minneapolis by an ICE agent is raising concern. Five Democrat-led states are suing the Trump administration over the freezing of billions of dollars in funding. Russia has attacked Ukraine with one of it's most advanced weapons. Plus, new research on what happens after you stop taking weight loss drugs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]