Is El Niño about to reshape the Pacific again?

Is El Niño about to reshape the Pacific again?

Author: USA TODAY May 11, 2026 Duration: 12:16
The Excerpt
NewsDaily
La Niña may be gone, but its impact doesn’t end when the pattern fades, according to a new study from NOAA researchers and the Cooperative Institute. Now, as scientists watch for signs that El Niño could emerge in the Pacific, there are growing concerns about what comes next, including the possible return of an ocean heat wave known as “the Blob.” USA TODAY National Correspondent for Climate and the Environment Dinah Voyles Pulver joins The Excerpt to discuss the lingering impacts of La Niña and the potential impact of El Niño. Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to podcasts@usatoday.com.  Episode transcript available here.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Each morning, The Excerpt cuts through the noise of the 24-hour news cycle. Instead of a rapid-fire list of headlines, this daily podcast from USA TODAY provides depth and clarity on the stories that matter most. Host Dana Taylor guides conversations with the network's award-winning journalists stationed all over the country, turning complex national issues into understandable segments. You'll hear more than just what happened; you'll get the crucial background and analysis that explains why it matters. The discussions span the full spectrum of American life, from the latest developments in Washington and cultural shifts to major sports moments and entertainment news. It’s designed for anyone who wants to start their day informed, with a clear perspective that lasts beyond the initial click. By focusing on context, this podcast builds a more complete picture of current events, making sense of how different stories connect to our daily lives. Tune in on weekdays for a reliable, thoughtful breakdown that goes deeper than the front page.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Official website RSS
The Excerpt
Podcast Episodes
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert takes its final bow. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:09
For decades, late‑night television has provided us with a shared end‑of‑day ritual made up of monologues and jokes that shape our political conversations. And, while Stephen Colbert didn’t invent late-night TV, he sharpe…
Gun industry privacy vs. gun safety on full display at ATF hearing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:31
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, better known as the ATF, dramatically reduced the number of gun dealers who had their licenses revoked last year, signaling a new approach under President Donald T…
Cuban political prisoners central to ongoing negotiations with US [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:24
From the moment the Trump administration toppled former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela’s longtime ally Cuba has been in the White House’s crosshairs. In the aftermath of that operation, President Donald T…
With CNN, Ted Turner profoundly changed the way we see the world [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:36
Ted Turner, the founder of CNN, passed away last week at the age of 87. His impact on cable TV and the news industry writ large will endure for generations to come. Michael Socolow, a media scholar and a professor of com…
Does Spirit’s collapse signal the end of cheap flights? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:48
Summer travel season is getting underway. But this year, travelers are facing a perfect storm of new pressures in the airline industry. The budget airline Spirit Airlines has collapsed after years of financial struggles,…
Will SCOTUS Voting Rights Act ruling disenfranchise voters? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:08
Last week, the Supreme Court issued a ruling that will likely impact Black voters for generations. The 6-3 decision, which split along conservative and liberal lines, essentially nullified section 2 of the landmark 1965…
Inside a hockey empire that turned youth sports into big business [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:23
The story of Murry Gunty is about more than a hockey dad interested in youth sports. It’s about a businessman who saw an opportunity to build a lucrative hockey empire and cashed in on it. Gunty claims that his company,…
Why Gen Z is getting fired after being hired [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:03
Gen Z workers are entering the job market, and in some cases, getting fired just as quickly. A recent survey found that many employers say they’ve let Gen Z hires go within months of their hire, citing gaps in communicat…
The must-see movies of summer 2026—and a surprising frontrunner [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:51
Hollywood’s summer movie season is here and it’s packed with big names, familiar franchises and high-stakes bets at the box office. From "Spider-Man" to "Star Wars," studios are once again leaning on proven hits to draw…
Her son was taken and killed in Gaza. She still chooses humanity. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:26
In the aftermath of the October 7, 2023, attack on Israel, 254 people were abducted. One of them was 23-year-old Hersh Goldberg-Polin. In his mother Rachel Goldberg-Polin's new book entitled, “When We See You Again,” she…

12345...10»