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One Thing: The States That Could Swing the Midterms Nov 06, 2022

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As voters go to the polls this week, there are several states with key Senate races that could decide the balance of power in Washington. We go on a tour of these battleground states to unpack the key issues, hear how voters are feeling, and look at why election deniers continue to pose an active threat to democracy.

Guests:

Jessica Dean, CNN Congressional Correspondent

Eva McKend, CNN National Politics Reporter

Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN Business & Politics Correspondent

Omar Jimenez, CNN Correspondent

Kyung Lah, CNN Senior National Correspondent

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One Thing: Elon Musk Owns Twitter (For Real This Time). Now What? Oct 30, 2022

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After months of back and forth, billionaire Elon Musk has finally closed on his $44 billion to buy Twitter. We examine how we got here, what changes are in store for the social network, and why the deal could have implications far beyond Silicon Valley.

Guest: Clare Duffy, CNN Business writer

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One Thing: She’s Fleeing Iran. But Not the Fight. Oct 23, 2022

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Thousands have taken to the streets in Iran after the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini, who died after being detained by the country’s morality police. Hundreds have reportedly been killed by authorities during the unrest. We explore whether the uprising will bring about lasting change and hear from a young Iranian-Kurdish activist who fled her hometown to take up arms over the border in Iraq.

Guest: Nima Elbagir, CNN Chief International Investigative Correspondent

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One Thing: Unpacking America’s Mental Health Crisis Oct 16, 2022

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A new survey from CNN in partnership with the Kaiser Family Foundation finds that nine out of 10 adults believe that there’s a mental health crisis in the US today. We explore what’s driving that sentiment, the possible solutions, and why an influential task force has recommended screening children 8 and older for anxiety.

This episode contains discussions of suicide. If you or someone you love is struggling, call or text the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.

Guest: Dr. Tara Narula, CNN Medical Correspondent

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One Thing: The Month That May Have Changed the War in Ukraine Oct 09, 2022

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Over the past few weeks, Ukrainian forces have made major gains in the south and east of the country, taking back territory Russia claims it is annexing. It comes as President Vladimir Putin’s partial mobilization order has been met with protests back home. We examine what Putin’s next move might be and hear from Ukrainian residents emerging from life under Russian occupation.

Recorded on October 4, 2022

Guest: Nick Paton Walsh, CNN International Security Editor

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One Thing: How Hurricane Ian Got So Strong, So Quickly Oct 02, 2022

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Residents of southwest Florida are cleaning up after Hurricane Ian slammed into the coast as a deadly Category 4 storm last week, causing catastrophic damage and widespread flooding before later making landfall again South Carolina. We look at what role climate change may have played in the storm’s ferocity and how some cities are reconsidering how to rebuild with that in mind.

Guest: Bill Weir, CNN Chief Climate Correspondent

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One Thing: Why Republican Governors are Putting Migrants on the Move Sep 25, 2022

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For months, Republican governors have been accused of using migrants as political pawns by sending them north in protest of President Joe Biden’s border policies. In recent weeks, Florida governor Ron DeSantis has escalated the situation by sending two planeloads of migrants to Martha’s Vineyard without warning. We examine why a Texas sheriff is investigating those flights, what’s next for the asylum seekers caught in the middle, and what’s fueling the rise in migrant encounters along the US-Mexico border.

Guest: Priscilla Alvarez, CNN Immigration Reporter

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One Thing: How Abortion Could Swing the Midterms Sep 18, 2022

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Primary season is over, and we are less than 60 days away from the midterm elections. We examine what’s at stake in November, preview the key races to watch and look at how the abortion issue is galvanizing voters of both parties in a key governor’s race.

Guest: Dana Bash, CNN Chief Political Correspondent

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One Thing: What Queen Elizabeth's Death Means for the Modern Monarchy Sep 11, 2022

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Queen Elizabeth II died last week at the age of 96, after ruling the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth for 70 years. We examine her life and legacy, what we can expect from King Charles III and how the monarchy moves forward amid criticisms of its colonial past.

Guest: Christiane Amanpour, CNN Chief International Anchor

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Special Edition: Queen Elizabeth II dies Sep 08, 2022

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In this special edition of 5 Things we take a look at the life of Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest reigning monarch who’s passed away at the age of 96. We'll touch on her dedication to public appearances, her condolences in times of crisis and the controversies she faced over the last 70 years.

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