Episode
5 Good Things: Inside America's 250th Birthday Time Capsule
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- CNN 5 Things
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- Jul 4, 2026
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- 970
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Summary
An acclaimed pianist gathered thousands of people’s thoughts and reflections of what it means to be an American. Hundreds of items are being preserved in a capsule that captures America’s 250 years. A legendary locomotive and a grassroots running community are making coast-to-coast trips with a whistle and a flag you can’t miss. Plus, these towns from CNN’s annual list prove some of America’s best destinations are off the beaten path. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Andy Buck, Linda Gaudino, Deb Brunswick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices