The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper

Overview
The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper presents a captivating series of hour-long episodes, each focused on a distinct subject matter. Produced by CNN’s longform storytelling team, this weekly program highlights engaging narratives through character-driven storytelling, exclusive interviews, and in-depth profiles. Viewers can expect thorough investigative reporting from CNN’s esteemed anchors and correspondents, offering a rich exploration of various topics that resonate with contemporary audiences. Each episode aims to enlighten and immerse viewers in the intricacies of the human experience.
Episodes
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1

The Trek: A Migrant Trail to America
CNN's Nick Paton Walsh journeys alongside thousands of migrants navigating the dense jungles of South and Central America, sharing their harrowing tal...
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2

How to Unscrew a Planet
Bill Weir from CNN journeys around the world to connect with remarkable individuals who are implementing innovative solutions to protect our planet.
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3

The Reign Begins: Charles & Camilla
Erica Hill from CNN explores the significance of the Royal Family in both British society and on the global stage in a revealing special that airs jus...
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4

Shaken: Baby Powder on Trial
Pamela Brown investigates the allegations from numerous women who assert that Johnson & Johnson's former talc baby powder has led to their cancer diag...
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5

What Happened to San Francisco
Sara Sidner travels to San Francisco to delve into the city's ongoing battles with homelessness, drug issues, and crime. As she navigates the streets,...
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6

Surviving Uvalde: Inside a School Shooting
One year after the tragic shooting at Robb Elementary School, Shimon Prokupecz provides an intimate glimpse into the aftermath of such an event. He ga...
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7

Indicted: The Case Against Trump
CNN delves into the allegations against former President Trump, examining the known details of the case along with essential information about the ong...
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8

Magic Mushrooms: Can They Change Your Mind?
David Culver, a CNN correspondent, heads to Jamaica to investigate the healing properties associated with the medically supervised use of psilocybin, ...
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9

Deadly Adventure: Trip to the Titanic
Randi Kaye, a National Correspondent for CNN, delves into a story that has captivated audiences globally. On June 18, 2023, a tragic incident occurred...
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10

Wired for Trouble
Audie Cornish, a CNN anchor and podcast host, explores the dangers of social media as she follows the stories of three distinct families. Their paths ...
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11

The Gilgo Beach Killer
CNN Correspondent Brynn Gingras takes an in-depth look at the extensive 13-year investigation into the murders of several young women at Gilgo Beach, ...
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12
What Happened in Georgia?: The Trump Investigation
CNN Political Correspondent Sara Murray investigates the allegations surrounding former President Donald Trump regarding election fraud and interferen...
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13
Weed 7: A Senior Moment
Dr. Sanjay Gupta's acclaimed Weed series, which has won the duPont-Columbia Award and received an Emmy® nomination, is back to investigate the advant...
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14
Restaurant Nation: What's Changed?
Celebrity chef Bobby Flay explores the impact of the pandemic on the restaurant sector, highlighting the innovative strategies that chefs and eateries...
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15
Trump and the Georgia Conspiracy
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16
Without Roe: The New Abortion Landscape
A coalition of pilots and coordinators assists women in reaching doctors across the country for legal abortion services. Following the reversal of Roe...
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17
Hard Hits: Can Football be Safe?
During the opening week of the NFL season, CNN Sports Anchor and Correspondent Coy Wire delves into the latest advancements in the sport designed to e...
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18
Dancing in Defiance
Christiane Amanpour, CNN's Chief International Anchor, highlights the inspiring journey of Ukrainian ballet dancers who grapple with a heart-wrenching...
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19
Waiting for JFK: Report from the Fringe
CNN Correspondent Donie O'Sullivan embarks on a haunting year-long exploration of the loyal adherents to a fringe conspiracy theory that stems from QA...
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20
Terror in Israel
Anderson Cooper of CNN offers a thorough examination of the tragic assault on The Nova Festival, located near the Gaza-Israel border. Originally inten...
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21
Inside Hamas
Sara Sidner, a CNN Anchor and Senior National Correspondent, offers an in-depth look at the extremist organization Hamas. She delves into its origins ...
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22
Hostage to Terror
Anderson Cooper of CNN presents an in-depth report on the families affected by the kidnappings in Nir Oz, a kibbutz located just a mile from Gaza. Dur...
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23
Antisemitism in America
CNN Anchor and Chief Political Correspondent Dana Bash delves into the troubling surge of antisemitism across the United States in the wake of the Oct...
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24
Going Home: The War in Sudan
CNN's Chief International Investigative Correspondent Nima Elbagir shares a personal report from her homeland, Sudan. As millions escape the country a...
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A.I and the Future of Humanity
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2
Homebirth Journey: Saving Black Moms
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3
Miracle On The Hudson: 15 Years Later
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Superyachts and The Super Rich
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5
What Whales Tell Us
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6
The United States vs Donald J Trump
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What Happened to Tennessee?: The Battle of Blue and Red
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8
The Deputy and the Disappeared
Laura Coates and Thomas Lake from CNN delve into the mysterious 2003 disappearances of two men of color in Naples, Florida. With the emergence of a ne...
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Justice Delayed: The Story of C.J. Rice
In a poignant interview, CNN's Jake Tapper converses with C.J. Rice regarding his wrongful conviction in 2013 and the deep-rooted systemic issues that...
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10
Hostages: The Road Home
Six months following Hamas's attack on Israel, CNN's Bianna Golodryga interviews the families of the kidnapped individuals, as well as released hostag...
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11
Elephant Vs. Man
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12
MisinfoNation: The Trump Faithful
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13
Warning To The World: Australia's Climate Disasters
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14
The Playing Field: The Battle Over Transgender Athletes
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The Last Alzheimer's Patient
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16
D-Day: Why We Still Fight for Democracy
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Drag War
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18
The James Webb Telescope: Are We Alone?
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19

Deep Dive: The Shark Wars
Boris Sanchez from CNN dives into the escalating clash between an age-old predator and its contemporary rivals for food. Each year, humans kill around...
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20
Political Violence: America's Bloody History
Sara Sidner delves into the historical roots of violence driven by political ideologies.
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21
Joe Biden Passes the Torch
Pamela Brown examines the series of developments that resulted in President Biden deciding to withdraw from his reelection campaign.
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22
Kamala Harris: Making History
Following Kamala Harris's journey to become the first female vice president, the narrative explores how she broke barriers and challenged the traditio...
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23
MisinfoNation Part 2: Patriots, Pillows, and Paper Ballots
Donie O'Sullivan investigates the ways in which chaos agents leverage alternative media to erode the foundations of American democracy.
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24
Close Encounters: Tourists in the Wild
Ed Lavandera from CNN takes a journey through Yellowstone National Park, highlighting the risky interactions between tourists and the local wildlife. ...
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25
Fight for the White House: Where Harris Stands
This episode takes a closer look at Vice President Kamala Harris's track record and her views on significant topics. Audie Cornish explores her opinio...
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26
Fight for the White House: Where Trump Stands
This episode takes a closer look at the track record and current views of former President Donald Trump on several important topics. Abby Phillip expl...
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27
MisinfoNation: The Lost Left
During his newest investigation, Donie O'Sullivan encounters disenchanted ex-"Bernie Bros" who feel abandoned by the political landscape. A number of ...
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28
The Latino Vote: Ana Navarro's American Tour
Ana Navarro from CNN delves into the complex influence of the Latino vote for the 2024 presidential election. Traveling to key swing states, she inves...
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K-POP: A STAR IS MADE
Kyung Lah, a Senior Investigative Correspondent for CNN, offers a comprehensive exploration of the unique and often surprising dynamics of the K-Pop i...
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L.A. Burning
Anderson Cooper, the CNN anchor, is back with an important special report focusing on the devastating wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles County.
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3
Operation Panda
Senior National Correspondent David Culver has been granted exclusive access to cover the arrival of giant pandas back in America, a significant emble...
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Flight Risk
The crash close to Washington DC marks the most fatal aviation incident in the United States since 2001.
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Bill Gates
Anderson Cooper of CNN is back with an exclusive interview featuring Bill Gates, the founder of Microsoft and a dedicated philanthropist.
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Adaptation Nation: A Climate Crisis Survival Guide
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Fentanyl in America: A Way Out
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MisinfoNation: Extreme America
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100 Days of Trump
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10
The Wired Rainforest
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A Climate Crisis Survival Guide: Adaptation Nation
Bill Weir delves into the insights gained and the strategies for adjusting to a shifting climate.
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12
Fentanyl in America: A Way Out
The opioid overdose crisis in America highlights the experiences of EMTs, medical professionals, and individuals battling addiction. The episode dives...
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13
Saving Venice
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14
The Simril(l)s: A Family in Black and White
CNN Anchor and Senior National Correspondent Sara Sidner presents a compelling look at a multi-racial family from the South as they navigate their dif...
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15
The case against Diddy
CNN Anchor and Chief Legal Analyst Laura Coates delves into the ascent and decline of Sean "Diddy" Combs, a figure who became a prominent hip hop arti...
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The Idaho murders
John Miller, CNN's Chief Law Enforcement and Intelligence Analyst, leverages his investigative background to delve into the tragic murders of four Uni...
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Change Amplified: Live Music and the Climate Crisis
Bill Weir engages in conversation with prominent artists who are striving to transform the ecological footprint of live music events.
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18
Ecuador: The Narco Superhighway
David Culver delves into the world of smuggling, extortion, and violence in Ecuador, uncovering how these harsh realities entangle the country's impov...
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19
Sports Betting: America's Big Gamble
With the explosive growth of America's billion-dollar sports betting industry, Nick Watt sits down with influential executives in the field.
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20
Bad Sports: When Fans Turn Violent
In the face of growing incidents of aggressive behavior among sports fans globally, Ed Lavandera engages with fans, officials, and law enforcement to ...
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21
The Hidden Homeless
Set against the backdrop of New York City's severe housing crisis, this story highlights the struggles of its most vulnerable residents: homeless youn...
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MisinfoNation: White Genocide
Donie O'Sullivan delves into the reasons behind the growing belief in the concept of "White genocide" in South Africa, which has resonated with many A...
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23
The Exorcists