Don Riddell
Don Riddell is a seasoned sports journalist and television presenter known for his insightful coverage of various sporting events. He has worked with CNN, where he has interviewed notable figures in the sports world, including competitive eaters and athletes, bringing unique perspectives to his audiences. Riddell recently drew attention for his interview with Joey Chestnut, the legendary competitive eater, discussing the nuances of taste in competitive eating.
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CNN’s Don Riddell reveals the secret behind the country’s sweeping wins.
US wins gold in men’s hockey final against Canada
United States· 2026-02-22
CNN’s Don Riddell reveals the secret behind the country’s sweeping wins.
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Inside the 911 call center handling Nancy Guthrie tipsUnited States· 2026-02-21
CNN’s Don Riddell reveals the secret behind the country’s sweeping wins.
The secret to Norway’s sweeping Olympic winsUnited States· 2026-02-21
CNN's Don Riddell reports on Trump's impact on the 2026 World Cup draw.
Analysis: What Trump’s new national security strategy meansUnited States· 2025-12-06
Don Riddell is an anchor and correspondent for CNN’s World Sport.
Grounding: I took my shoes off and went for a barefoot hike. I couldn’t believe what happened nextUnited States· 2025-11-30
Don Riddell is an anchor and correspondent for CNN’s World Sport.
I can track my college sons’ movements on my phone, but should I?United States· 2025-10-19
Don Riddell embraces life as an empty nester dad.
How to lower blood pressure without medicationUnited States· 2025-08-23
CNN sports anchor Don Riddell and his wife are figuring out what’s next as their twins head to college.
Erosion of judicial power, how to fix tension, empty nesters: Catch up on the day’s storiesUnited States· 2025-08-12
Don Riddell interviewed Joey Chestnut about the taste of competitive eating.
Joey Chestnut on the taste of competitive eatingUnited States· 2025-07-05
