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A straightforward look at the day's top news in 20 minutes. Powered by ABC News. Hosted by Brad Mielke.

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A straightforward look at the day's top news in 20 minutes. Powered by ABC News. Hosted by Brad Mielke.

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Beat Change for Waltz

5/2/2025
President Trump ousts Mike Waltz as national security adviser. A judge rules the administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act is unlawful. And HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. orders new vaccines to be placebo-tested. Did you hear? Brad's hosting a new show for the true crime-obsessed called "The Crime Scene Weekly." Each week, "The Crime Scene" focuses on what everybody's talking about in true crime -- from what your favorite podcasts are covering, to what's taking over our TikTok feeds. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:25:13

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Peace Rocks: The US-Ukraine Mineral Deal

5/1/2025
Two months after an Oval Office blowup, the United States and Ukraine reach a crucial deal. A judge orders a Columbia student activist out on bail, despite objections from the Department of Homeland Security. And the Supreme Court seems inclined to allow religious charter schools to receive public funds. Did you hear? Brad's hosting a new show for the true crime-obsessed called "The Crime Scene Weekly." Each week, "The Crime Scene" focuses on what everybody's talking about in true crime -- from what your favorite podcasts are covering, to what's taking over our TikTok feeds. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:28:52

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Exclusive: One-on-One with President Trump

4/30/2025
President Trump sits down with ABC’s Terry Moran in the Oval Office for an exclusive interview. The White House backs off of some auto tariffs, while publicly calling out Amazon. And the U.S. military loses a $67 million jet in the Red Sea. Did you hear? Brad's hosting a new show for the true crime-obsessed called "The Crime Scene Weekly." Each week, "The Crime Scene" focuses on what everybody's talking about in true crime -- from what your favorite podcasts are covering, to what's taking over our TikTok feeds. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:31:07

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President Trump the First 100 Days: The Interview in the Oval Office

4/30/2025
ABC News senior national correspondent Terry Moran sits down with President Trump for an exclusive, first television interview marking Trump's 100th day of his second term in office. Watch on demand on Hulu and Disney+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:45:45

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Trump’s 100th Day

4/29/2025
Ahead of his 100th day in office, President Trump signs new executive orders targeting migrants. Milwaukee shuts down two more public schools over lead contamination concerns. And West Virginia coal miners question the president’s cutbacks on health programs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:32:17

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President Trump’s Report Card

4/28/2025
An ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos poll reveals historically low approval ratings ahead of President Trump’s 100th day in office. The FBI arrests a sitting judge for allegedly aiding an undocumented immigrant to evade authorities. And a car careens into a Canadian street fair just ahead of the country’s election day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:30:07

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"Vladimir, STOP!" Russia-Ukraine Talks Hit a Wall

4/25/2025
After the deadliest attack on Ukraine this year, President Trump pleads with Russian President Vladimir Putin to make peace. The White House faces several legal setbacks in court related to education policy, immigration, and voting rights. And the DNC grapples with in-fighting over whether a party officer can support challengers to incumbents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:28:54

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Tariff Truce with China?

4/24/2025
Stocks rally as President Trump suggests a potential trade deal with China. The White House puts a diplomatic ultimatum to Ukraine. And thousands line up to see the late Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Basilica. Did you hear? Brad's hosting a new show for the true crime-obsessed called "The Crime Scene Weekly." Each week, "The Crime Scene" focuses on what everybody's talking about in true crime -- from what your favorite podcasts are covering, to what's taking over our TikTok feeds. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:24:19

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Who Will Replace Pope Francis?

4/23/2025
As the body of Pope Francis moves to St. Peter’s Basilica, cardinals begin considering who will replace the pontiff. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announces a plan that would phase out eight dyes from American foods. And the Supreme Court considers whether to allow public school parents to remove their children from lessons involving LGBTQ themes. Did you hear? Brad's hosting a new show for the true crime-obsessed called "The Crime Scene Weekly." Each week, "The Crime Scene" focuses on what everybody's talking about in true crime -- from what your favorite podcasts are covering, to what's taking over our TikTok feeds. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:35:28

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The Pope’s Last Wish

4/22/2025
As mourners remember Pope Francis, Catholic cardinals prepare his funeral. The Trump administration stands by Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth as calls mount for his resignation. And on Earth Day, climate scientists tout the benefits of “rock dust” as fertilizer. Did you hear? Brad's hosting a new show for the true crime-obsessed called "The Crime Scene Weekly." Each week, "The Crime Scene" focuses on what everybody's talking about in true crime -- from what your favorite podcasts are covering, to what's taking over our TikTok feeds. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:25:30

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The Death of Pope Francis

4/21/2025
In a special edition, ABC’s Terry Moran describes the life and death of Pope Francis, who has passed away at the age of 88. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:10:58

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Hegseth's New Signal Scandal

4/21/2025
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had a second Signal chat where he shared detailed military plans with family members, according to sources. The Supreme Court, fearing more deportation flights, issues a late-night order to the Trump administration. And diplomats try to build a new Iran nuclear deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:28:21

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Mass Shooting at Florida State

4/18/2025
A shooting at Florida State University results in two deaths and several injuries. President Trump lays the groundwork for firing Fed Chair Jerome Powell. And a federal judge rules that some of Google’s ad practices violate antitrust laws. Did you hear? Brad's hosting a new show for the true crime-obsessed called "The Crime Scene Weekly." Each week, "The Crime Scene" focuses on what everybody's talking about in true crime -- from what your favorite podcasts are covering, to what's taking over our TikTok feeds. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:28:42

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Contemptible: A Judge Pulls His Trump Card

4/17/2025
A federal judge finds cause to hold the Trump administration in contempt over deportation flights to El Salvador. More Pentagon officials are placed on leave by the Department of Defense after a leak probe. And Britain’s highest court rules against classifying transgender women as women. Help “Start Here” win a Webby! Follow this link to vote. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:29:54

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Why Autism Cases are Still Rising

4/16/2025
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention release a study showing 1 out of 31 American children have autism. Former President Biden breaks his silence, chastising the Trump administration over Social Security. And the “school choice” movement finds a new group of allies: urban families of color. Did you hear? Brad's hosting a new show for the true crime-obsessed called "The Crime Scene Weekly." Each week, "The Crime Scene" focuses on what everybody's talking about in true crime -- from what your favorite podcasts are covering, to what's taking over our TikTok feeds. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:35:19

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Trump: “Homegrowns are Next” to Be Deported

4/15/2025
President Trump floats a plan to send American citizens to foreign prisons. Pennsylvania authorities search for a motive for the arson attack on Gov. Shapiro’s home. And Harvard declares it won’t comply with White House demands, risking billions in grant money. Help “Start Here” win a Webby! Follow this link to vote. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:31:15

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The Battle to Return a Mistakenly Deported Man

4/14/2025
An attorney representing Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the mistakenly deported Maryland man whose case ended up at the Supreme Court, speaks to “Start Here” about the fight to get him back to the U.S. The Trump administration unveils tariff exemptions on some electronics, but says it’s only a temporary reprieve. And experts react to HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr’.s timetable for determining the causes of autism. Help “Start Here” win a Webby! Follow this link to vote. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:26:39

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Trump's Tariff “Transition Difficulty”

4/11/2025
President Trump recognizes tariff “transition difficulty” as U.S. markets fall again. The Supreme Court upholds a federal judge’s ruling ordering the return of a deportee sent to El Salvador. And Iran and the U.S. are set to meet for “high-level” talks. Help “Start Here” win a Webby! Follow this link to vote. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:26:45

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Trump Blinks

4/10/2025
In a dramatic reversal, President Trump pauses most of his global tariffs, while escalating a trade war with China. ABC’s Matt Rivers gets access to the notorious El Salvador prison holding men deported from the US. And Canadian tribal members dispute a British woman’s “record” claim. Help “Start Here” win a Webby! Follow this link to vote. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:30:15

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Trump’s Tariffs Take Effect

4/9/2025
American tariffs take effect on dozens of countries. The Supreme Court halts a judge’s order to re-hire thousands of government workers. And a roof collapse at a Dominican nightclub kills dozens. Did you hear? Brad's hosting a new show for the true crime-obsessed called "The Crime Scene Weekly." Each week, "The Crime Scene" focuses on what everybody's talking about in true crime -- from what your favorite podcasts are covering, to what's taking over our TikTok feeds. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:26:26