Plus: Walz tells SC Democrats ‘We lost our way’ as a party—listen to the latest.
mt
 

June 2, 2025  |  Read Online  |  Send Feedback

Good morning! Here's your Monday playlist:

Morning Brief

MORNING BRIEF

FBI Names Suspect in Flamethrower Terrorist Attack in Colorado

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts

🎧 TOP NEWS

Ukraine Launches Drone Strikes on Air Bases Deep Inside Russia

The series of attacks took place just one day before the U.S. government had brokered for both sides to sit down for face-to-face negotiations.

 

Listen →

Walz to South Carolina Democrats: ‘We Lost Our Way' as a Party

“Our party used to have the courage to do big and bold things,” the former vice presidential candidate said.


Listen →

Schools in China Reportedly Isolate Students as COVID Cases Surge

The Chinese regime’s ongoing cover-up is endangering the world as it’s not possible to track virus spreading routes, one expert said.


Listen →

AI Friends Are Not Your Friends, Here’s Why

AI companions, however enticing, are like offering someone who is cold a video of a warm fire rather than matches and timber.

 

Listen →

How was your listening experience? Send us a line at podcasts@epochtimes.us

New to The Audio Room? Subscribe here.

🎙️ PODCASTS

The nation's pressing topics deciphered by our journalists from the podcast desk.

CONSTITUTION AVENUE

Will Neighborhoods Be Safer Under Patel’s FBI? Key Metrics to Watch

Nathan Worcester gives a roundup of recent developments at the FBI. 


Listen →

FACTS MATTER

Supreme Court Steps in, Forces Voting and Speaking Rights to be Returned to State Lawmaker

In Maine, the U.S. Supreme Court has reinstated the speaking and voting rights of one of its state representatives.


Listen →

🎤 INTERVIEWS

Our latest conversations with experts on politics, tech, health, and culture.

AMERICAN THOUGHT LEADERS

Michael Shellenberger: How China Gained Control of Solar—And Why It Matters

In this wide-ranging interview, we dive into key vulnerabilities in America’s energy grid, how President Donalt Trump is transforming America’s energy future and the current status of the “censorship industrial complex.” 


Listen →

CALIFORNIA INSIDER

California’s Last Sugar Beet Plant Is Closing—What’s the Impact on Agriculture?

Gil Rebollar, Mayor of Brawley, shares how the closure is affecting his community—and how the rise of renewable energy is changing the way land, water, and opportunity are managed across rural California.


Listen →

☕ WHAT’S SHAPING THE DAY

POLITICS

  • Cabinet Officials to Visit Alaska This Week to Discuss Oil Drilling, Gas Pipeline

US NEWS

  • Is There a New England Serial Killer? Social Media Says Maybe, Police Say No.

WORLD

  • Bessent Says Trump, Xi May Speak ‘Very Soon’ About Trade Agreement
  • Confidence of EU Companies in China Drops to Historic Low: Survey
  • Documentary ‘State Organs’ Screens at Seoul Film Festival Despite Pressure to Cancel

OPINION

  • Remaking K–12 Health Classes for a Healthier America by David Mansdoerfer 

Thanks for tuning in!

Today's newsletter was put together by Ivan Pentchoukov, Lina Skorbach and Kenzi Li. Send them your feedback at podcasts@epochtimes.us.

 

Articles are picked by The Epoch Times newsroom and narrated by an automated voice.

 

 

📅 Podcast Schedule:

  • American Thought Leaders – Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
  • California Insider – Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
  • China Watch – Tuesday
  • Constitution Avenue – Friday
  • Crossroads – Monday–Thursday
  • Facts Matter – Tuesday & Thursday
  • Morning Brief – Weekdays
  • The Report – Weekdays

Did someone forward this newsletter to you? Subscribe here.

 

Copyright © 2025 The Epoch Times, All rights reserved. 

Our mailing address is: The Epoch Times. 229 W. 28 St. Fl. 7 New York, NY 10001 | Contact Us

 

The Audio Room newsletter is one of the best ways to receive the most up-to-date information. Manage your email preferences here or unsubscribe from The Audio Room here.