The killing of Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner has shocked Hollywood and movie fans alike. What made his films timeless? And what does his political activism say about our current moment? We hear why his first major role provided the blueprint for the rest of his career – and his life.

For more: Trump’s reaction to Reiner’s murder is indefensible — but America has been here before 

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Guest: Alan Sepinwall, TV critic, “What’s Alan Watching” 

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin

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President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that blocks states from enforcing their own regulations around artificial intelligence, arguing that a “single national framework” will help boost innovation. However, some GOP-controlled state legislatures are pushing back, arguing it infringes on states' rights. We explore what’s driving this wedge and how it could impact the 2026 midterms.  

For more: Pro-AI super PAC launches first candidate ads 

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Guests: Utah state Sen. Heidi Balderree (R) & Hadas Gold, CNN AI Correspondent 

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Senior Producer: Faiz Jamil 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin

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Netflix has a deal to buy Warner Bros. Discovery’s (CNN’s parent company) Hollywood assets. Paramount thinks they have a better offer for the entire business and is hoping to have President Donald Trump in its corner as it launches a hostile takeover bid. But what does this corporate clash mean for your streaming bill? Or your local movie theater? We hear from an antitrust lawyer who believes that no matter who wins, the average consumer is set to lose. 

For more: Battle of the Davids: The future of Hollywood is playing out before our eyes

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Guest: Alvaro Bedoya, former FTC commissioner  

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin 

Editorial Support: David Goodman

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Green card holders. Refugees. Asylum seekers. Even naturalized citizens. Fear and confusion are gripping immigrants of all stripes across the country as President Donald Trump expands his restrictions on legal immigration in the wake of the National Guard shooting in Washington, DC. Is this about public safety, or something else? And could Trump’s xenophobic “garbage” comments about Somalis encourage more hateful rhetoric? We hear why the recent moves could jam up a system that’s already plenty clogged. 

For more: How Trump is intensifying his crackdown on every form of immigration to the US 

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Guests: Elissa J. Taub, immigration lawyer & Priscilla Alvarez, CNN Correspondent 

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin 

Editorial Support: Rob Kuznia

Episode art: Mathieu Lewis-Rolland/AFP/Getty Images

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Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are calling for investigations into reports that the Trump administration carried out second strike killing survivors on a suspected drug boat off the coast of Venezuela that had already been attacked. While the administration continues to insist it is operating legally, experts are raising concerns about what will happen if it starts ground operations amid a pressure campaign against Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro. We hear how average Venezuelans are reacting, and then David talks to a former military lawyer who says the campaign against alleged drug boats is degrading the long-term effectiveness of the military. 

For more: Trump is threatening to attack a country with more oil than Iraq 

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Guests: Stefano Pozzebon, CNN Contributor & Michael Schmitt, Professor of International Law at the University of Reading 

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin 

Editorial Support: Caroline Paterson

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The eyes of the international soccer world will be on North America next summer when the FIFA World Cup comes to the US, Mexico and Canada. President Donald Trump has been intimately involved with the planning – going so far as to threaten to move games from cities that don’t cooperate with his policies. Ahead of the tournament draw, we examine what’s behind Trump’s fascination with the tournament and whether international fans will want to come amid stories of detention and deportation. 

For more: Trump muses about what it would take to strip US World Cup host cities of games just months before the tournament kicks off 

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Guest: Don Riddell, CNN World Sport Anchor and Correspondent 

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin 

Editorial Support: Kyle Feldscher, Jennifer Bernstein

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If the thought of holiday shopping stresses you out, you’re not alone. Some of America’s top retailers also aren’t sure how to navigate economic pressures like tariffs that are taking a bite out of consumer confidence. We hear how Macy’s, Old Navy, and Walmart are adjusting ahead of Black Friday, Cyber Monday and beyond - and whether President Donald Trump has an answer to Americans’ affordability concerns. 

For more: One of America's last department stores is betting on in-store shopping this holiday 

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Guests: Tori Lightcap & Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN Business & Politics Correspondent 

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin 

Editorial Support: Kate Trafecante, Allison Cho, Jeremy Moorehead

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As fears of an artificial intelligence bubble mount, one company is being scrutinized above all the rest: Nvidia. As the AI chipmaker's valuation continues to soar, some experts are wondering whether the whole industry is built on a shaky foundation. We hear why its CEO has become cozy with President Donald Trump – and what it all could mean for you. 

For more: The world’s biggest company just told everyone to chill out⁠

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Guest: Phil Mattingly, CNN Chief Domestic Correspondent and Anchor 

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin

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Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene is breaking with President Donald Trump and apologizing for “taking part in toxic politics,” after years of divisive comments of her own. Is this contrition, or posturing for a post-Trump future? We hear from someone who has covered Greene for years who says a GOP revolt over the Jeffrey Epstein files could signal more trouble for Trump in the months ahead. 

For more: The key issues that are suddenly dividing MAGA 

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Guest: Tia Mitchell, Atlanta Journal-Constitution Washington Bureau Chief 

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin

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President Donald Trump has pardoned more than 1,600 people who played significant roles in matters involving him personally across his two terms, including dozens who worked to overturn the 2020 presidential election results. Presidents always flex pardon power, so what makes these so unusual? We hear from a constitutional law expert who says part of the answer lies in the man in charge of the review process. 

For more: Trump’s pardons aren’t just political; more importantly, they’re transactional 

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Guest: Kim Wehle, former Assistant US Attorney 

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin

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