CNN
Mentioned in 364 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A major cable news network discussed across podcasts in contexts ranging from media consolidation and corporate ownership to editorial decisions on political and cultural coverage. Podcasters reference CNN's reporting practices, polling data, and on-air personalities like Anderson Cooper and former host Don Lemon when critiquing media bias, narrative framing, and industry challenges including ratings decline. The network is frequently cited as an example of mainstream media influence on political discourse and news prioritization.
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Episode Mentions
Bannon`s War Room · Apr 16, 2026
Episode 5306: Disbarment Of John Eastman; The Corporate Corruption Of Music
“Mainstream media network accused of covering institutional corruption less frequently than MSNBC”
NPR News Now · Apr 16, 2026
NPR News: 04-16-2026 11AM EDT
“Published serious sexual misconduct allegations against former Congressman Eric Swalwell”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Apr 16, 2026
Hour 2 of NMN, Fraud + Americana & Iran
“Platform where Val Demings and Scott Jennings debated Iran blockade strategy and U.S. victory conditions”
Mundo in the Morning - KCMO Talk Radio 95.7FM & 710 AM · Apr 15, 2026
Scott Jennings Rocks KC, Royals Press Forward, Dianna Russini's Lame Letter | 4-15-26
“Scott Jennings works as political commentator on CNN, appearing nightly on the network”
Live Free with Josh Howerton · Apr 15, 2026
Jesus Is Coming Back SOON... But Most Christians Aren't Ready. (ft. John Bevere) | Live Free with Josh Howerton
“Referenced for coverage of Jim Bakker's trial in the 1980s, which became a major media event comparable to modern scandals”
VINCE · Apr 15, 2026
Swalwell's House of Cards Crashes | Episode 268
“News network reporting on Nancy Pelosi's phone call forcing Eric Swalwell to resign from Congress”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Apr 15, 2026
Hour 3 of NMN, Brian Wilson + Iran
“Reported on Trump's blockade impact and Iran's missile launcher recovery attempts in the desert”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · Apr 13, 2026
4/13/26: Korea Flames Israel, Eric Swalwell Scandal, Norm Finkelstein On Iran War
“Aired interviews with women making sexual assault allegations against Eric Swalwell”
Louder with Crowder · Apr 13, 2026
How Trump Plans to Shut Down Hormuz - Plus Eric Swalwell is Cooked
“Reported on Swalwell sexual assault allegations; Pope Francis appeared on network discussing Trump criticism”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 13, 2026
Shut Up, Pope.
“Reported Trump's statement that Iran will give US everything it wants regarding nuclear program”
VINCE · Apr 13, 2026
California Schemin’: Swalwell’s Political Dreams Go Down in Flames | Episode 266
“Published corroborating sexual assault allegations against Swalwell with documentary evidence and witness interviews”
IHIP News · Apr 13, 2026
Trump Causes Major MAGA Meltdown, They Slam Him as the "Antichrist!"
“Conducted and published interviews with sexual assault accusers against Eric Swalwell with high journalistic vetting standards”
O'Connor & Company · Apr 13, 2026
Eric Swalwell, Maryland Sanctuary Bill, Artemis II Returns to Earth
“Published 2017 article naming unnamed California congressman for pursuing female staffers; failed to pursue story until Swalwell withdrew”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Apr 13, 2026
Hour 1 of NMN, No Deal with Iran + Swalwell Ain't Doin So Well
“Interviewed anonymous former staffer with allegations against Eric Swalwell regarding sexual assault”
Money Rehab with Nicole Lapin · Apr 13, 2026
How to Use AI to Understand the World and Get Ahead with GNOMI Founder Eva Cicinyte
“Traditional news outlet discussed in context of future journalism consumption with AI agents”
Knowledge Fight · Apr 13, 2026
#1134: April 9-10, 2026
“Mentioned as mainstream media outlet that covered Jones's response to Trump's attacks”
Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis · Apr 12, 2026
O'Round the World - April 12, 2026
“Mentioned as part of media outlets accused of bias in covering Iran military operations”
IHIP News · Apr 11, 2026
Insider Reveals the Secret Lives of Tech Oligarch's & MTG Takes Down Trump
“Broadcasting Kara Swisher's new series 'Kara Swisher Wants to Live Forever' premiering April 11”
Mark Levin Podcast · Apr 11, 2026
The Best Of Mark Levin - 4/11/26
“Referenced as radical left news organization; mentioned as giving positive coverage to critics of Trump”
Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis · Apr 11, 2026
No Spin News - Weekend Edition - April 11, 2026
“Cited for polling data on public opposition to Iran military action and critical coverage of Trump's strategy”
Lovett or Leave It · Apr 11, 2026
Strait Privilege
“Network where Marjorie Taylor Greene appeared to discuss Trump's Iran threats”
It Could Happen Here · Apr 11, 2026
It Could Happen Here Weekly 227
“Entered prediction market partnerships with Kalshi for political betting data integration into news”
Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast · Apr 11, 2026
Justin Wolfers & Bradley Onishi
“Poll cited showing 60% of Americans believe too little focus on domestic matters”
Anderson Cooper 360 · Apr 11, 2026
Mission to the Moon: Artemis II Returns (Part 2)
“Broadcaster of Anderson Cooper 360 episode and producer of related original series content”
Mark Levin Podcast · Apr 11, 2026
4/10/26 - Unmasking the Anti-American Agitators
“News network criticized for promoting left-wing narratives and hosting controversial figures”
Candace · Apr 10, 2026
An Open Letter To President Donald Trump (My Response) | Candace Ep 322
“Discussed as fake news organization that Trump contradictorily cites for polls while attacking”
Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff · Apr 10, 2026
Trump is Back to Attacking…NATO. Newlywed Wife of US Soldier Released by ICE.
“Mentioned as news outlet facing Pentagon pressure and attacks on press freedom”
Letters from an American · Apr 10, 2026
Falling Apart
“Source reported Trump was alerted about First Lady's Epstein statement before it occurred”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · Apr 10, 2026
4/10/26: Trump Trashes Tucker, Mearsheimer Calls For Trump Surrender, Slotkin Lashes Out, Melania Epstein
“Mainstream media outlet criticized for coverage of Hassan Piker and Democratic politics”
Bannon`s War Room · Apr 10, 2026
Episode 5288: Economy Feeling Effects Of Iran War; No Amnesty And Freeze All Immigration
“Criticized for coverage of Iran conflict and inflation data; economist quoted as surprised by inflation surge”
PBD Podcast · Apr 10, 2026
Trump Rips NATO + Newsom Fraud Scandal | PBD #775
“Trump cited CNN's 100% approval rating statement while simultaneously criticizing CNN as fake news”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 10, 2026
Too Deep & You'll Drive Her Away!
“Reported on Melania Trump's Epstein statement, speculating she was getting ahead of damaging revelations”
O'Connor & Company · Apr 10, 2026
Patrice’s Wedding Party in Chicago, Trump Blasts So-Called Influencers
“Trump cites CNN's approval rating for him and criticizes mainstream media's coverage of influencer feuds.”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Apr 10, 2026
Hour 2 of NMN, Tensions in the Middle East + TN 3 Strike Law
“News outlet reporting on JD Vance's upcoming Middle East diplomatic mission to Iran”
America First with Nicholas J. Fuentes Repost · Apr 10, 2026
IRAN WAR DAY 41: Netanyahu SABOTAGES Iran Ceasefire | America First Ep. 1671
“Trump mentioned CNN giving him 100% approval rating and referenced CNN's coverage of his critics”
Mysterious Radio: Paranormal, UFO and Lore Interviews · Apr 10, 2026
Interview with A True Crime Psychic Medium
“Major news network where guest Jeanette Lucas has appeared multiple times for paranormal and true crime coverage”
Chasing Life · Apr 10, 2026
Everybody Poops— So, Why Is It So Hard to Talk About?
“Dr. Gupta mentioned Dr. Pasricha previously interned at CNN Medical early in her career”
Pod Save America · Apr 10, 2026
Trump Blasts "Third Rate Podcasts"
“News network mentioned in Trump's statement about approval ratings and media coverage”
A Bit Fruity with Matt Bernstein · Apr 10, 2026
Hasan Piker Derangement Syndrome (with Abdul El-Sayed)
“Criticized for devoting 8-minute segment to Hassan Piker while ignoring Israeli apartheid policies; represents corporate media losing influence to independent creators”
It Could Happen Here · Apr 10, 2026
Executive Disorder: FEMA Teleportation, Pam Bondi Fired, Iran Ceasefire?
“Entered into deal with Kalshi prediction market to incorporate betting data into political coverage”
Anderson Cooper 360 · Apr 10, 2026
Trump Lashes Out at Iran Over Strait of Hormuz
“Host network for Anderson Cooper 360 and promoter of original series including Eva Longoria and Kara Swisher content”
Mark Levin Podcast · Apr 10, 2026
4/9/26 - Mark Levin EXPOSES "Conservative" Voices Out to Get Trump
“News network criticized for platforming critics of Trump and providing positive coverage to fringe voices”
Bannon`s War Room · Apr 8, 2026
WarRoom Battleground EP 984: Further News On The Revival, Which The Washington Post Attributes In Part To Charlie Kirk’s Death
“Aired segment featuring priest criticizing Defense Secretary's use of Christian language regarding military action”
Letters from an American · Apr 8, 2026
Trump’s Mad and Desperate Threats
“Reported Iran's claims of victory and favorable ceasefire terms; Trump attacked the network for 'fake' reporting”
PBD Podcast · Apr 8, 2026
US & Iran AGREE To Ceasefire | PBD #773
“Reported ceasefire agreement details that Trump disputed, leading to threat of legal action for misrepresentation”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · Apr 8, 2026
4/8/26: Trump Fell For Bibi Lies Before War, Alex Jones Freaks On Trump, Ben Shapiro Meltdown, Professor Pape On Escalation
“Criticized for sensationalist coverage of Iran escalation and implicit advocacy for continued military action”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Apr 8, 2026
Hour 3 of NMN, Press Conference With Pentagon
“Criticized for inconsistent coverage of Trump's Iran policy, attacking both military action and ceasefire negotiations”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Apr 8, 2026
Hour 2 of NMN, Iran Deal Options
“Criticized Trump's handling of negotiations; featured debate between Scott Jennings and Tara Settmayer”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Apr 8, 2026
Hour 1 of NMN, Ceasefire+ Washington Co School Board + Dead Scientists
“Reported ceasefire terms using Wall Street Journal's list without verifying against Trump's official statement”
O'Connor & Company · Apr 8, 2026
Iran Update, Cal Thomas, Lincoln Memorial Update
“Referenced for Aaron Burnett's criticism of Trump's ceasefire as 'chickening out' and Abby Phillips panel show format”