The Superfans are Ready for the NBA Finals
From CNN 5 Good Things by CNN Podcasts
June 6, 2026 · 14 min
About this episode
The episode covers the NBA Finals, a new cancer treatment, community milestones, a dedicated teacher, and a unique search-and-rescue specialist.
The NBA Finals have begun – we hear from some of the teams’ most devoted fans. A promising new pancreatic cancer treatment is giving doctors and patients hope. These nature-loving neighbors in California are celebrating a special milestone. This teacher went the distance for his students with disabilities before he retired – literally. Plus, meet the search-and-rescue specialist with whiskers, webbed feet and a growing fan base. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
People in this episode
Host: Krista Bo Polanco
Topics covered
- NBA Finals
- cancer treatment
- community celebration
- education
- search-and-rescue
Keywords
- NBA Finals
- pancreatic cancer
- community celebration
- teacher
- search-and-rescue
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: California
Products: pancreatic cancer treatment
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