CNN Special Programming

Fill It Up

CNN — Thu, 8 May 2008 14:00:55 EDT

The high price of fuel has many drivers penny pinching. CNN's April Williams talks with automotive expert Bobby Likis about fuel efficiency.

On The Road to Myanmar

CNN — Thu, 8 May 2008 14:00:42 EDT

Disaster relief has been slow in getting to victims of Cyclone Nargis. CNN's Liz Kennedy talks with CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta.

Idol Talk: Goodbye Jason

CNN — Thu, 8 May 2008 14:00:23 EDT

It was no surprise to CNN's Michelle Wright and Richard Benson that Jason Castro was the latest idol contestant to get the boot. Have a listen to find out why.

America Votes 2008: A CNNRadio Special Presentation

CNN — Wed, 7 May 2008 14:00:42 EDT

CNN Contributor Roland Martin hosts a CNNRadio election special focusing on where the Democratic presidential candidates stand following Tuesday's North Carolina and Indiana primaries.

Idol Talk: Neil Diamond

CNN — Fri, 2 May 2008 14:00:41 EDT

CNN's Richard Benson and Michelle Wright discuss the latest round in the "Idol" competition featuring songs by Neal Diamond.

Idol Talk: Andrew Lloyd Webber

CNN — Thu, 24 April 2008 14:00:23 EDT

They're shocked. CNN's Richard Benson and Michelle Wright are amazed at who got sent home.

America Votes 2008: A CNNRadio Special Presentation

CNN — Wed, 23 April 2008 14:00:23 EDT

CNN contributor Roland Martin hosts a in-depth look at the Democratic presidential campaigns after the Pennsylvania primary, including a chat with Senator Barack Obama.

Idol Talk

CNN — Thu, 17 April 2008 14:00:23 EDT

CNN's Richard Benson and Michelle Wright have it out over how the Idol contestants did singing Mariah Carey hits.

A Visit by the Pope

CNN — Wed, 16 April 2008 14:00:23 EDT

CNN's Steve Kastenbaum talks with Father James Martin, a Jesuit Priest and editor of "America", a national Catholic magazine, about the remaining appearances Pope Benedict XVI will make during his U.S visit.

Issue Number One

CNN — Wed, 16 April 2008 14:00:23 EDT

Americans are making tough choices because of uncertainty about the economy. CNN Business Correspondent Ali Velshi and his guests look at spending habits around the country.

Idol Talk

CNN — Fri, 11 April 2008 14:00:32 EDT

CNN's Michelle Wright brings us up to date on the latest Idol casualty, Michael Johns, with Atlanta Journal Constitution's Rodney Ho.

Idol Talk: Hello Dolly

CNN — Thu, 3 April 2008 14:00:21 EDT

Here they comes again. CNN's Richard Benson and Michelle Wright battle over bragging rights over their Idol predictions.

Autism: Unraveling the Mystery

CNN — Fri, 28 March 2008 14:00:42 EDT

Experts estimate that three to six children out of every 1,000 will have autism. CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta and his guests look at medical insights, information on treatments and intervention, and details about services available for those living with autism.

Idol Talk

CNN — Fri, 27 March 2008 14:00:42 EDT

Will they or won't they? Agree that is. CNN's Richard Benson and Michelle Wright go at it over songs in the "year you were born in."

Idol Talk

CNN — Thu, 20 March 2008 14:00:12 EDT

From Beatle mania to celebrity mentors to why CNN's Richard Benson says he's the happiest guy on the planet. More American Idol dish from CNN's Michelle Wright and Richard Benson.

Idol Talk: Meet the Beatles

CNN — Thu, 13 March 2008 14:00:24 EDT

CNN's Richard Benson and Michelle Wright dish on how the Idol contestants fared singing classics from The Beatles.

What's the Real Deal?

CNN — Thu, 13 March 2008 14:00:12 EDT

What's the real deal? CNN's Ali Velshi and Greg Hunter go head to head on various topics including: inflation, recession, the political season and the Eliot Spitzer scandal.

Idol Talk: The Final 12

CNN — Mon, 10 March 2008 14:00:12 EDT

It's down to twelve. CNN's Michelle Wright and Richard Benson look at who's left.

Idol Talk

CNN — Fri, 29 February 2008 14:00:12 EDT

CNN's Richard Benson and Michelle Wright are in agreement for once. Find out what it's about in today's Idol Talk.

Idol Talk

CNN — Fri, 22 February 2008 17:46:52 EDT

Somebody went home. CNN's Michelle Wright and Jerry Demink dish on who it was.

Changing Channels

CNN — Wed, 20 February 2008 19:01:34 EDT

Are you ready for the Digital Television revolution? CNN's Bob Costantini has the info on how to make sure you don't miss out on your favorite TV shows.

A Conversation in Space

CNN — Tue, 19 February 2008 14:00:14 EDT

CNN's Amanda Moyer speaks with the crew of the shuttle Atlantis during their successful mission delivering and installing the Columbus science lab to the International Space Station. The shuttle is schedule to return to Earth on Wednesday, February 20, 2008.

Idol Talk

CNN — Thu, 14 February 2008 14:00:14 EDT

And then there were twenty-four. Here's CNN's Michelle Wright and Richard Benson.

Idol Talk

CNN — Thu, 7 February 2008 14:00:32 EDT

It's on to Hollywood, but first CNN's Michelle Wright and Richard Benson spar over the latest batch of Idol wannabees.

Idol Talk

CNN — Thu, 31 January 2008 14:00:21 EDT

Week three of American Idol gets a lukewarm reception from our resident watchers, CNN's Richard Benson and Michelle Wright.

Idol Talk

CNN — Fri, 24 January 2008 14:00:11 EDT

Week Two of American Idol is in the books! CNN's Michelle Wright and Richard Benson bump heads over the winners and the goats as the auditions rolled into Charleston and San Diego.

Idol Talk

CNN — Fri, 18 January 2008 14:00:32 EDT

The mega-hit series is back! CNN's Michelle Wright and Richard Benson argue like an old married couple about the 7th season of "American Idol."

Afghanistan: Call to Duty

CNN — Thu, 17 January 2008 14:00:32 EDT

New York's Fighting 69th National Guard Unit served at Ground Zero after 9/11. Now, they're going to Afghanistan. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum talked to the men and their families before they head off to war.

Steroids on Capitol Hill

CNN — Wed, 16 January 2008 14:00:22 EDT

CNN's Matt Cherry hosts "Steroids on Capitol Hill," a special report that delves into the Congressional hearings on the Mitchell Report.

America's Dirty Secret

CNN — Mon, 7 January 2008 14:00:23 EDT

Sex slavery exists in the U.S. and apathy about its existence is one factor leading to its continued growth. CNN's April Williams investigates "America's Dirty Secret."

Tax Tips

CNN — Tue, 1 January 2008 14:00:33 EDT

Iowa is the first step in the process towards becoming the next president of the United States, but just how important is the Hawkeye State in that process? CNN's Richard Benson put that question to CNN Senior Political Analyst Bill Schneider.

Tax Tips

CNN — Tue, 1 January 2008 14:00:33 EDT

Those in the military make decisions every day based upon the best intelligence available. It should be no different at tax time. CNN's Richard Wybrow spoke with an expert about how service members can best manage their taxes.

A Death in Pakistan

CNN — Fri, 28 December 2007 14:00:11 EDT

CNN's Richard Benson talks with CNN State Department Correspondent Zain Verjee about the assassination of Pakistani opposition leader Benazir Bhutto.

Rescuing Youssif

CNN — Fri, 21 December 2007 14:00:32 EDT

An "Impact Your World" story of horror and hope. CNN's Chris Chandler talks with CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta about the upcoming CNN Special, "Rescuing Youssif."

Keeping Tabs

CNN — Mon, 17 December 2007 14:00:32 EDT

Privacy versus efficiency. It's a nationwide debate GPS units become more about keeping tabs on someone than finding your way. Whether it's an employee or a child, it's causing some chatter. CNN's Richard Wybrow talks to those favoring both sides of this issue.

The Steroid Era

CNN — Fri, 14 December 2007 14:00:22 EDT

The news and the reviews of The Mitchell Report. CNN's Andy Flick has an exclusive interview with Senator George Mitchell and CNN's Richard Benson gets reax from USA Today's baseball writer Mel Antonen.