The Enten Scale (2025 - 2026)

A third presidential term may seem unprecedented but the numbers tell a different story.

There is a lot of noise and a lot of frustration with the state of airlines and flying right now, but the numbers tell a different story.

As legal gambling exploded across America, one of the core benefits ballyhooed by the industry and its partners was supposed to be the death of illegal gambling. But according to the numbers illegal gambling is growing - not shrinking.

Did you know that 1/5th of all turkeys consumed in America are cooked on Thanksgiving? Harry Enten examines our fowl holiday obsession and explains why it's time to make a change -- in this holiday edition of The Enten Scale.

Harry Enten cuts through the convenient narratives to unveil the secret behind the numbers. Harry's insights provide deeper meaning to the day's biggest stories.

CNN's Chief Data Analyst Harry Enten takes on the algorithm, explaining why there is so much interest in who controls TikTok.

For decades, the hamburger has been a symbol of American culture. CNN's Chief Data Analyst walks us through the ultimate David vs. Goliath story: How chicken took down beef, and why the amount of poultry in our diets skyrocketed.

CNN's Chief Data Analyst Harry Enten digs into the numbers behind America's holiday stress. It turns out there's one main culprit: Presents. Only 33% say they enjoy buying gifts, so should we stop?

Is the most pivotal play happening in the parking lot? Harry Enten is floored to learn that 50% of tailgaters, don't actually go the games -- and digs into how they might be the key to curing America's loneliness problem.

CNN's Chief Data Analyst on America's obsession with New Year's Resolutions, despite their astronomical rate of failure. And, how those failures may just make the country a better place.

Harry Enten examines the decision to build the new Buffalo Bills stadium outdoors, and discovers the NFL's obsession with multibillion-dollar stadiums that shield teams from the weather may come with an unexpected cost: Homefield advantage.

CNN’s Chief Data Analyst Harry Enten has a warning for those married to the idea of blowing their budget on a dream wedding: You may be raising the odds of a divorce. The numbers tell us in marriage - as in life - there is real value in compromise.

Did you know only 1 in 5 Americans get 8+ hours of sleep per night? A multi-billion dollar industry promises cures - so why is everyone tired? Harry Enten has the answer, and says our obsession with sleeping... might be keeping us up.

CNN's Chief Data Analyst Harry Enten demonstrates how underdog sports are outpacing America's traditional powerhouses in the highly competitive attention economy.

CNN’s Chief Data Analyst (and doggo expert) Harry Enten looks at the numbers behind a shocking underdog story. More than 53% of dogs in US households are now mixed-breed. Which means the dogs once labeled "mutts" are now... the people's Best in Show.

CNN's Chief Data Analyst examines America's deep and growing fear of talking on the phone. Why do 70% of young people prefer texting to making a call, when roughly 50% of texts result in some form of miscommunication?

CNN's chief data analyst Harry Enten looks into America's grumpy and groggy relationship with Daylight Saving. Twice a year we change our clocks, and argue whether we should just pick a time system, and keep it. Which, actually -- we've done before!

CNN’s Chief Data Analyst Harry Enten examines a new American tradition: Swearing. The number of people who are fine with cursing in public has climbed 65% over the last 30 years. It’s permeated our shows, movies, and even our politicians. But should it?

CNN’s Chief Data Analyst Harry Enten examines a rare occasion where widespread gambling losses may help unite us as a nation. Millions will lose their March Madness pool, but 67% of them do it simply to share that experience with others.

CNN's Chief Data Analyst on the obsession with jamming technology into places where it doesn't belong, and how it's made our lives more complicated, less functional, and on the road - potentially more dangerous.

CNN's Chief Data analyst (and noted Yankee hater) Harry Enten goes deep on the value and the science behind rooting for the underdogs. It turns out their fans are happier, and get more joy when their team wins.