May 11th, 2026: Cokechella, The Journey Of Oil And My Weekend

On May 11, 2026, host Lindsey Vernick runs through major news and cultural moments: Putin claims the Russia‑Ukraine war is nearing an end and hints at talks, while Russia’s Victory Day parade is scaled back. She also covers lighter — but revealing — stories: a Diet Coke shortage that spawned a sold‑out Gen Z "Coke‑chella," Delta’s decision to remove free snacks on short flights, and a personal weekend anecdote. Finally, Lindsay explains how oil travels from the Persian Gulf to gas stations (a month‑long process), and offers a quick cooking tip for leftover Chinese food.