REWIND: A CHRISTMAS MYSTERY
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We first published this interview in 2023 ~ celebrating 200 years of this popular poem's first, mysterious, appearance. We thought in this busy news year, you might appreciate some more insight on this holiday legend! ---- "Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house ..." These lines first appeared in a New York state newspaper on December 23, 1823. The author? Originally ... "Anonymous." 200 years later, many of us can still recite much of this poem from memory, solidifying the image of Santa and "his eight tiny reindeer" for generations. While the mystery over who precisely...
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SCOOP: Your Top Stories - Plus: How Pres. Washington Celebrated Christmas
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✓ 1:00: The imagery of doves as a symbol for peace. ✓ 3:00: A quick, fun anecdote about a camel and our nation’s first president. ✓ 5:00: Monday's breaking news: a school shooting in Wisconsin. ✓ 11:00: Why details matter and what we’re watching for next. ✓ 19:00: A key takeaway that needs more attention on how exactly “Targeted violence is preventable.” ✓ 23:00: A story gaining speed: Will the government shutdown? ✓ 29:00: The next generation of Democratic party leaders. ✓ 31:00: What’s up with these drones? Plus,...
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REWIND: The Final Destination For "Dear Santa" Letters (And The Real-Life "Elf" Who Answers Them!)
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An interview from our holiday vault! Be charmed by now 93-year-old Mrs. Koch - the "Chief Elf" of one Santa Claus, Indiana. ~~~~~~~ Have you heard of Santa Claus, Indiana? Founded in 1856, this town serves as one of the main destinations for "Dear Santa" letters from all over the world. And this happened, in many ways, because one family took the reins (no reindeer jokes ... yet). Meet 92-year-old Mrs. Koch (pronounced "Cook"). She holds many titles – including Santa's daughter, Chief Elf, and founder of the Santa Claus Museum – preserving the stories of the past that she...
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SCOOP: A Break In The Case, A Fallen Regime & News From President-Elect Trump
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✓ 2:00: The Manhattan Murder Mystery: Why is a McDonald’s in Pennsylvania making national news? ✓ 7:00: We shift to an important international story. The fall of a 50-year regime in Syria. ✓ 9:00: Why Syria’s geographic position matters. ✓ 12:00: War Correspondent Hollie McKay joins us to discuss her previous experiences in Syria. ✓ 14:00: Hollie’s take on this important interntional story. ✓ 18:00: What we need to know about the rebel groups in Syria. ✓ 22:00: What's happening in Syria, and why are U.S. troops there? ✓ 27:00: A...
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miniSCOOP: Murder in Manhattan
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Does the rule of law work in America? Two stories this week highlight this question in unique ways: the pardon of the President's son, Hunter Biden & the murder of the UnitedHealthcare CEO. We take a closer at this developing criminal investigation: the healthcare industry & the clues of the crime itself. SUPPORT OUR MISSION: If you’d like to help support SmartHER News’ mission of a free, independent, nonpartisan press – here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: Instagram: Website: YouTube Channel:
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SCOOP: 'Tis the Season for ... Presidential Pardons
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Plus ~ "Brain Rot" ✓ 2:00: Did Thoreau foreshadow doom-scrolling? ✓ 6:00: ‘tis the season for presidential pardons. ✓ 7:00: A PSA on these “historic” times. ✓ 9:00: An underreported detail when it comes to Pres. Biden’s son Hunter legal troubles. ✓ 12:00: The cases. And a couple caveats. ✓ 15:00: Let’s dig into pardons. ✓ 23:00: “A full and unconditional pardon” and why that language matters. ✓ 29:00: Can a president pardon themselves? And what Jenna’s curious about. ✓ 31:00: #ICYMI ... We shift...
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FAMILY MEETING! Today's Toughest Topics With Perspective
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Inspired by the those who turned to us post-election and shared that relationships have become frayed or severed by the current political environment. So we decided to present a possible solution ... just in time for Thanksgiving: We called a family meeting. In the first annual SmartHER News Family Meeting, we address the tough topics head on - taking your questions on president-elect Trump and crime, abortion, gay marriage and beyond - carefully dissecting the issues at play so you can see the news clearly. We report about what to know, why it matters and share some needed insight about...
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SCOOP: Aliens, George Washington's Cabinet, & A Titanic Gift
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The news you need to know for the week ahead: --- ✓ 1:00: What we're watching: G20 sideline convos and Congressional Hearings. ✓ 5:00: #ICYMI Aliens. ✓ 11:00: UAP = Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena. ✓ 12:00: Looking ahead ... funding the federal government. ✓ 13:00: Pres-Elect Trump’s team and why we’re not covering it, yet. ✓ 15:00: Three things to keep in mind about Cabinet Nominees ... and how big is the Federal government? ✓ 21:00: Context on the Senate confirmation process. ✓ 24:00: China. Meetings at the G20 and a possible...
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miniSCOOP: The "New" Voter Is Hetero-WHAT?
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Heterodoxy becomes the word of the moment! We break down what it means and why it matters. And ~ Why is the media in focus for its intersection with American politics? We provide an example of "media bias" and break down the difference between "independent" journalism and nonpartisan. Plus ~ one final super moon to howl at in 2024. If you’d like to help support SmartHER News’ mission of a free, independent, nonpartisan press – . Instagram: Website: YouTube Channel:
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SCOOP: A Look At The New Political Reality (Without The Drama)
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Here's the SCOOP on this week's news: ✓ 2:00: Veterans Day. ✓ 5:00: The history of the holiday ... and honoring something bigger. ✓ 10:00: Election Results takeaways. ✓ 11:00: Are the exit polls correct, and do they reflect America overall? ✓ 12:00: Republican momentum. ✓ 14:00: We do not have certified results. ✓ 15:00: Context re: number of voters in 2020 vs. 2024. ✓ 16:00: The double dis-likers. ✓ 18:00: Who will lead in Congress? ✓ 19:00: Who will join Pres-Elect Trump’s team? Names we know thus far...
info_outlineFive years ago, Justin James and his wife Amanda opened a shoe factory outside of Asheville, North Carolina - a realization of Justin's life-long dream to design and manufacture the "best sneaker made in America.”
In fact, their company, "Opie Way," was having its best year to-date ... until Hurricane Helene.
With raw candor, Justin walks us through the early days of entrepreneurship and the recent devastation brought by Helene that has tested not only his professional fortitude but his personal faith.
This unique story of hope and grit highlights one man’s tenacity, the strength of North Carolina’s unique business culture and community, and the undeniable resilience of the American spirit - a conversation truly made to connect 'sole' to soul.
IMPORTANT LINKS:
A GoFundMe set up for Justin’s family
The raffle Justin mentions of “Made in America” companies rallying to support Opie Way.
https://gofastcampers.com/pages/opie-way-sweepstakes
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