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The Lead with Jake Tapper, page 6
by CNN Podcasts · English
CNN's lead DC anchor and chief Washington correspondent, Jake Tapper, hosts this two-hour long weekday afternoon program, with headlines from around the country and the world, the top stories in national and international news, politics, health, money, the environment, sports and popular culture. The Lead also concentrates on bringing stories that aren't found on front pages—buried leads—to the forefront.
All episodes, page 6
Pope Leo: “Woe to Those Who Manipulate Religion”The Lead covers U.S.-Iran ceasefire and nuclear negotiations, a new 10-day Israel–Lebanon (Hezbollah) ceasefire, and the political-religious dispute between President Trump and Pope Leo.17 Apr 2026 · 1 h 31 min · 34 chapters
British PM Refuses to Join Iran WarThe episode covers multiple breaking news stories: (1) a legal and political fight over whether President Trump can fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell amid a Justice Department probe into…16 Apr 2026 · 1 h 30 min · 33 chapters
How the War & U.S. Blockade Affect What We BuyThe episode covers multiple “Lead” segments: Trump’s renewed criticism of Pope Leo and fallout within the GOP; the Iran-related U.S.15 Apr 2026 · 1 h 31 min · 35 chapters
U.S. Navy Blockades Iranian Ports After Peace Talks CollapseThe episode covers a public feud between President Trump and Pope Leo XIV, including Trump’s deleted AI “Trump as Jesus” image and his continued criticism of the Pope over Iran policy and religious…14 Apr 2026 · 1 h 33 min · 29 chapters
U.S. Consumer Sentiment Plummets to Record LowThe episode is a CNN “The Lead” news roundup focused mainly on Artemis II’s splashdown and re-entry, plus major politics and aviation safety stories.11 Apr 2026 · 1 h 24 min · 28 chapters
Melania Trump Calls on Congress to Hold Hearing for Epstein VictimsThe Lead covers First Lady Melania Trump’s rare on-camera statement denying any connection to Jeffrey Epstein and calling on Congress to hold a public, survivor-centered hearing with sworn testimony;…10 Apr 2026 · 1 h 29 min · 33 chapters
U.S.-Iran Ceasefire on Shaky Ground Amid Continued AttacksA fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire (with Israel) begins amid continued attacks, disputed terms over whether Lebanon is included, and conflicting claims about whether the Strait of Hormuz is open.9 Apr 2026 · 1 h 31 min · 32 chapters
Trump: Iranian Civilization “Will Die” if Deal Isn’t Made by 8PM ETThe episode is about escalating U.S.-Iran war threats tied to a looming 8 p.m. ET deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.8 Apr 2026 · 1 h 36 min · 37 chapters
Trump to Iran: Strike Deal, or Bridges & Power Will Be “Decimated”The episode is a CNN “The Lead” segment covering two main stories: (1) President Donald Trump’s Iran ultimatum and the ethics/legal debate over possible strikes, and (2) NASA’s Artemis II lunar flyby…7 Apr 2026 · 1 h 35 min · 32 chapters
U.S. Searching for Crew Member After F-15 Downed in IranThe episode is a fast-moving news roundup focused on the U.S.-Iran war after Iran claims it shot down a second U.S. aircraft.4 Apr 2026 · 1 h 31 min · 33 chapters
President Trump Fires Pam Bondi as Attorney GeneralPresident Trump fires U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi and replaces her (temporarily) with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche.3 Apr 2026 · 1 h 31 min · 30 chapters
AAA: CA Drivers Paying About $5.89 For Gas, Highest in U.S.The Lead (CNN, Jake Tapper) covers the U.S.-Iran crisis and its ripple effects.1 Apr 2026 · 1 h 41 min · 46 chapters
Status Of Diplomatic Talks Uncertain Amid Trump’s Shifting GoalsThe episode focuses on the Trump administration’s Iran war/diplomacy messaging, arguing it’s inconsistent and may be driven by market pressure rather than a coherent negotiation strategy.31 Mar 2026 · 1 h 29 min · 43 chapters
TSA Workers Miss Second Full Paycheck As DHS Shutdown Drags OnThe episode centers on breaking news and political fallout: (1) Tiger Woods’ arrest after a Florida rollover crash on suspicion of DUI; (2) the ongoing U.S.28 Mar 2026 · 1 h 35 min · 32 chapters
Trump Admin. Pushing for New Investigation Into Letitia JamesU.S.-Iran escalation and diplomacy; Trump administration’s pause on striking Iranian energy sites; congressional legal/political fallout around Letitia James; U.S.27 Mar 2026 · 1 h 29 min · 28 chapters
Sources: Iran Laying Traps For Potential U.S. Attack On Kharg IslandThe episode covers multiple “Lead” segments. Main topic: CNN reports Iran is preparing defenses and traps on Kharg Island, a key crude export hub (about 90% of exports), including planting mines and…26 Mar 2026 · 1 h 30 min · 33 chapters
Talks To Fund DHS Ramp Up As Airport Lines Grow More UnpredictableThe episode covers four main threads: (1) the LaGuardia Airport crash between an Air Canada regional jet and an Oshkosh Stryker fire truck, (2) U.S.25 Mar 2026 · 1 h 30 min · 35 chapters
Iran Denies Talks With U.S. As Trump Claims “Points Of Agreement”The episode is a news roundup led by CNN’s Phil Mattingly, covering: (1) the deadly Air Canada Express crash at New York’s LaGuardia Airport, (2) U.S.-Iran tensions after Trump claims “points of…24 Mar 2026 · 1 h 13 min · 26 chapters
Sources: Pentagon Considering Ground Troops To Take Kharg IslandIn this episode of *The Lead with Jake Tapper*, the discussion centers around significant current events, including operational considerations by the Pentagon regarding the potential deployment of…21 Mar 2026 · 1 h 31 min · 30 chapters
Global Oil Prices Surge To $110 After Strikes On Energy FacilitiesGlobal Oil Prices Surge To $110 After Strikes On Energy Facilities20 Mar 2026 · 1 h 30 min · 34 chapters
Source: No Warning Sirens Ahead Of Strike That Killed 6 U.S. TroopsNational and international news, politics, health, money, environment, sports, and culture.19 Mar 2026 · 1 h 34 min · 34 chapters
Top U.S. Counterterrorism Official Resigns Over Iran WarIn this episode, Jake Tapper discusses the resignation of Joe Kent, the former director of the National Counterterrorism Center, who left his post due to his belief that Iran does not pose an…18 Mar 2026 · 1 h 30 min · 36 chapters
Cuba’s Power System Suffers Total CollapseIn this episode of *The Lead*, host Jake Tapper discusses breaking news regarding the total collapse of Cuba's electric grid amidst an ongoing U.S. oil blockade. The episode also delves into the U.S.17 Mar 2026 · 1 h 30 min · 27 chapters
Judge Blocks Subpoenas In Jerome Powell InvestigationIn this episode of "The Lead with Jake Tapper," the discussion centers around two major stories: a federal judge's decision to block subpoenas in the Department of Justice's investigation into…14 Mar 2026 · 1 h 40 min · 39 chapters