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Life is too short to waste time filtering through headlines searching for the facts. That’s when we realized the need for a quick, trustworthy news source that makes staying up-to-date easy and interesting. Our Goal is to Clear the Clutter. We’re committed to providing non-partisan news, in small servings, available wherever you are, whenever you want it. And for the Record: We Believe You’re Already Smart. We don’t need to tell you what to think or how to feel or what to believe. We just want to equip you with clear facts so you’re prepared for any conversation, any vote, any choice and never feel like you’re falling behind. Bullet-Points Without The Bias ~ We’re bringing you #SmartHERNews. SmartHER News is created and hosted by journalist Jenna Lee.
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Election 2024: What To Know & What To Watch
10/29/2024
Election 2024: What To Know & What To Watch
What to know. What to watch. How it works. Plus ~ the "paths to victory" for both candidates on voting day 2024. All you need to know in one conversation with the co-founder of Real Clear Politics, Tom Bevan. Hear the backstory to the industry leading Real Clear Politics Polling Average and what to watch for (and why it matters) on election night. Thank you for your support of nonpartisan, independent Show Notes:
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SCOOP: Spooky Tales & The Missing Story Of The 2024 Election
10/28/2024
SCOOP: Spooky Tales & The Missing Story Of The 2024 Election
Get the SCOOP on this week’s news. --- ✓ 3:00: A Capitol Hill Ghost Story. ✓ 8:00: An Important Halloween Head’s Up. ✓ 10:00: 3 Foreign Policy Stories to Know... first up, Israel and Iran. ✓ 12:00: Russia and Ukraine. And why North Korea has entered the conversation. ✓ 14:00: Islamic terrorist groups in Africa. ✓ 16:00: We switch gears to domestic politics. ✓ 18:00: Swing states, strategic media and more. ✓ 20:00: Former Pres. Trump appears on Joe Rogan’s podcast. ✓ 26:00: We listen to the primary sources to dig deeper on a viral moment in this week’s news. ✓ 33:00: How will mudslinging land with voters? ✓ 37:00: Will VP Kamala Harris appear on Joe Rogan’s podcast? ✓ 38:00: Some industry insight on strategic communication. ✓ 42:00: RealClearPolitics and polling. ✓ 43:00: We hear from RealClear Politics’ founder, Tom Bevan on the one story the media is missing. ✓ 46:00: Presidential endorsements by major newspapers. ✓ 51:00: The trend. ✓ 53:00: A statement from the publisher of The Washington Post. ✓ 56:00: We hear from Robert Kagan, who just resigned from The Washington Post's editorial board. ✓ 1:00:00: Why a free press matters. SHOW NOTES “” (Fox News) “” (SmartHER News) “’” (SmartHER News) (UC Santa Barbara's The American Presidency Project) SUPPORT OUR MISSION If you’d like to help support SmartHER News’ mission of a free, independent, nonpartisan press – here’s how you can . Instagram: Website: YouTube Channel:
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miniSCOOP: What's News?
10/25/2024
miniSCOOP: What's News?
Two reports on former Pres. Trump dominate the airwaves - Should they? What to consider in the march to election day. Plus the news you need to know for this week: "cuddle caps" (a hug limit at airports ruffles some lovers), notable trends in home sales and at the U.S. border, plus: $800 million+ in military aid promised to Ukraine (with a $50 billion loan). Curious your thoughts on this report - email us: [email protected]. GET THE FULL SCOOP: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2Zh_7fnOSW9BegOmkwOtg Chapters 00:00 The Cuddle Cap Controversy 03:09 Housing Market Woes 05:58 Border Encounters Decline 08:49 Military Aid to Ukraine 12:03 Media's Role in Political Narratives
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SCOOP: Bias Or Bad Decisions? Behind The Scenes On The Latest Media Blitz
10/21/2024
SCOOP: Bias Or Bad Decisions? Behind The Scenes On The Latest Media Blitz
✓ 2:00 A remarkable discovery went for 9 million dollars at auction ... a special reminder of the American story and our political process. ✓ 9:00: What to know about polls. ✓ 10:00: A heads up about the timing of election results. ✓ 12:00: Fear as a campaign strategy ... on both sides. ✓ 13:00: We hear from Democratic Political Strategist, David Plouffe. ✓ 16:00: We hear from a Senior Campaign Advisor for fmr. Pres. Trump, Jason Miller. ✓ 19:00: Of note, a media blitz. ✓ 21:00: What is so special about a sit-down interview? ✓ 25:00: Two soundbites from the 60 Minutes Interview with VP Kamala Harris. ✓ 36:00: Behind the scenes insight on editorial choices. ✓ 40:00: A viral moment from Fox News' live-to-tape interview between Brett Baier and VP Kamala Harris. ✓ 43:00: Baier, the interviewer, responds with what he would have done differently. ✓ 48:00: Some insight on interviews and timing. ✓ 50:00: Considering the social media variable. ✓ 51:00: A PSA about this time in the election. ✓ 54:00: The moment veteran and Corporate Security Executive, Paul Whelan, who was recently released from a Russian prison, felt free. ✓ 57:00: We bring it full circle ... Jenna explains her editorial decision producing this clip for you. SHOW NOTES 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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miniSCOOP: HOPE IN THE 'SOLE' OF NORTH CAROLINA
10/18/2024
miniSCOOP: HOPE IN THE 'SOLE' OF NORTH CAROLINA
Five 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. MORE: ## Like quick, concise, nonpartisan news? Leave us a review! Or join our insider community:
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SCOOP: What's Happening Overhead and On Your Plate (And Why It Matters)
10/15/2024
SCOOP: What's Happening Overhead and On Your Plate (And Why It Matters)
If you could create a federal holiday ... what would it be and when would it be? And what we learned from the maker of Fruit Loops about the company's ingredients here at home and abroad. ✓ 0:00 Some quick context on the history of federal holidays. ✓ 4:00 SpaceX’s Starship Rocket. ✓ 7:00 Space innovation and national security. ✓ 11:00 The recent arrest of an Afghan national for an alleged Election Day terror plot. ✓ 18:00 Battleground states and the Electoral College. ✓ 23:00 A new major meat recall by BrucePac affects many brands and many retailers. ✓ 27:00 Food safety and healthy eating in America. ✓ 29:00 We hear from Food Safety advocate,Vani Hari about food additives and Kellogg’s. ✓ 35:00 Kellogg’s response to SmartHER News. ✓ 41:00 California sets a trend on Red No. 3. ✓ 46:00 A heads up (quite literally): this week’s Supermoon to be the biggest and brightest of the year. *A Hunter's Moon - not a Harvest moon (which is in September! My bad!) SHOW NOTES (Space.com) (SmartHER News) (SmartHER News) (The New York Times) (SmartHER News) (FDA) 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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MiniSCOOP: The Backstory To Naming "Milton" Plus ~ the Stormy Debate Over Disaster Spending
10/11/2024
MiniSCOOP: The Backstory To Naming "Milton" Plus ~ the Stormy Debate Over Disaster Spending
How we name, measure and manage hurricanes. Plus, a touching message from a sheriff in a hard-hit community inspires us to find meaning even in the darkest moments. Join us as we explore the stories behind the storms and discuss the real-world impact of FEMA funding. Stay curious and informed as we navigate through these turbulent times together! BECOME A SMARTHER NEWS INSIDER: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2Zh_7fnOSW9BegOmkwOtg Chapters: 00:00 The Impact of Recent Storms 01:26 Understanding Storm Naming and History 04:11 Measuring Storms: The Saffir-Simpson Scale 06:55 Disaster Management and FEMA's Role 10:15 Funding Disaster Relief: Where Does the Money Go? 13:30 Resilience in the Face of Adversity
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SCOOP: What's Next?
10/07/2024
SCOOP: What's Next?
✓ 2:00: Hurricane Milton. ✓ 5:00: We hear context on the storm from Dr. Brennan of the National Hurricane Center. ✓ 9:00: Hurricane Helene. ✓ 12:00: The effects of temporary spending bills, plus congressional spending. And a reminder that the entire House is up for re-election. ✓ 17:00: The term “October Surprise.” ✓ 22:00: A lot of activity on the campaign trail. ✓ 25:00: Marking this moment in time ... one year since the October 7th Terrorist Attacks in Israel. ✓ 27:00: ✓ 32:00: We see an excerpt from a recent CBS Interview, where a journalist interviews archivists in both Israel and Gaza. ✓ 36:00: Context on the conflict in the Middle East. ✓ 40:00: U.S. Foreign aid spent in the region. ✓ 43:00: The challenges of reporting this story. ✓ 45:00: Breaking news on Hurricane Milton: Category 5 definition. ✓ 47:00: We hear from a member of the SmartHER News community about her experience during Hurricane Helene ... listen to Anny's story of hope. SHOW NOTES on X on YouTube “” (CBS News) (Tel Aviv University) – All-Fronts (Tel Aviv University) – War Data 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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miniSCOOP: What's Up With Finland? The World's Happiest Place Gets The Spotlight on The Debate Stage
10/04/2024
miniSCOOP: What's Up With Finland? The World's Happiest Place Gets The Spotlight on The Debate Stage
Wait. FINLAND? Why did both Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) and Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) agree that we should look at Finland as an example for gun laws and school safety? We take a look at what we should know about Finland, it's gun laws and beyond. Plus, Jenna shares the backstory on a reporting trip overseas where she explored how one of America's allies approaches this heated topic. We hope you enjoy our miniSCOOP! Become a subscriber and receive SCOOP delivered to your inbox every Monday: Chapters: 00:00 The Vice Presidential Debate: A Moment of Humanity 02:52 Understanding Finland: A Case Study in Gun Laws 06:12 Cultural Context: Family, Community, and Happiness in Finland 08:59 Gun Ownership and Licensing in Finland 11:47 Comparative Analysis: School Security in Finland and Israel 15:07 Lessons Learned: Gun Laws and School Safety
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DEBRIEF: Is America The REAL Winner Of The Vice Presidential Debate?
10/02/2024
DEBRIEF: Is America The REAL Winner Of The Vice Presidential Debate?
A few key takeaways from the one and only 2024 vice presidential debate between Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) & Senator JD Vance (R-Ohio). Did the American political system AND both tickets score points? Curious about your thoughts! Enjoy free, independent, nonpartisan news? We love delivering it to you! Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: Instagram: Website: YouTube Channel:
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SCOOP: No Bananas?
09/30/2024
SCOOP: No Bananas?
The risk of a major port strike in the next 24 hours could impact more than bananas ... but that's just one item potentially impacted! Here’s the SCOOP ... your cheat sheet for the week ahead. ✓ 2:00: Hurricane Helene. ✓ 3:00: NASCAR driver Greg Biffle’s unique contribution to hurricane relief efforts. ✓ 8:00: A major East Coast Port Strike on the horizon. ✓ 12:00: Sectors impacted: big box retailers, furniture, bananas, asparagus and more. "According to the American Farm Bureau, 1.2 million metric tons of bananas go through the ports that could be on strike next week, representing about one quarter of the nation’s bananas." () ✓ 15:00: How could the White House get involved? The Taft-Hartley Act. ✓ 17:00: This week's vice-presidential debate and the prominence of the VP’s role. ✓ 20:00: We shift to foreign affairs. ✓ 21:00: High-profile targeting of leader of Hezbollah, a designated terrorist organization. ✓ 22:00: We hear from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his speech at last week’s United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). ✓ 26:00: We hear from the new Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian during his speech at UNGA. ✓ 30:00: Lastly, we hear from Ret. Lt. Gen. HR McMaster, a former White House National Security Advisor. ✓ 36:00: 175 attacks on U.S. forces in the Middle East during the last year. ✓ 39:00: The first musician represented in the U.S. Capitol at Statuary Hall. SHOW NOTES: (The Wall Street Journal) (SmartHER News) 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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The Fascinating Backstory On How American Politics Became "Red" & "Blue"
09/27/2024
The Fascinating Backstory On How American Politics Became "Red" & "Blue"
Your "mini scoop" includes a quick note about hurricane coverage - and an important, life-saving reminder for you and your family. Plus, the surprising and fascinating backstory about how the Republican Party became "red" and the Democrats became "blue" - This truly shocked me! Also: A poll you may finally enjoy: When is a cookie, "just a cookie"? The famous cookie poll from a family-owned bakery that may just predict the winner of 2024 https://www.lochelsbakery.com/ Some helpful notes: Become a SmartHER News insider: Hurricane Categories: More "When Republicans Were Blue and Democrats Were Red" (Smithsonian) Republicans are red and Democrats blue. But it wasn’t always that way (CNN)
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SCOOP: Breaking News On The Attempted Assassination of Fmr. Pres. Trump - Plus, Has VP Harris Harnessed The Most Powerful Voter This Election?
09/23/2024
SCOOP: Breaking News On The Attempted Assassination of Fmr. Pres. Trump - Plus, Has VP Harris Harnessed The Most Powerful Voter This Election?
*An earlier version of this podcast did not include the show in full. We fixed it! But it may take a moment to reload on your platform. Our apologies! We blame ... Mondays.* ✓ 6:00: Two additional license plates. Six cellphones. And 12 pairs of gloves. What else did we learn from law enforcement about what the second would-be assassin of former Pres. Trump packed for his mission? ✓ 13:00: Security related to two big news stories: UN General Assembly (UNGA) and the Congressional spending bill. ✓ 16:00: Your tax dollars at work at the United Nations. ✓ 18:00: The spending bill up for vote in Congress. ✓ 21:00: What U.S. Customs and Border Protection says about latest border numbers and a differing perspective. ✓ 34:00: Re: immigration ... do voters need to hear the “how”? ✓ 35:00: More context on asylum. ✓ 39:00: Takeaways from Oprah’s interview with VP Kamala Harris. ✓ 42:00: The female voter ... and an important caveat about polls. ✓ 45:00: P-Diddy’s case and the jail at the center of the story. ✓ 52:00: A reminder from Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) regarding the final weeks before the election. SHOW NOTES (SmartHER News) (SmartHER News) Is this the law? 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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Are You A Double Hater?
09/20/2024
Are You A Double Hater?
And why this might be THE question of the 2024 election. Plus ~ one thing that's missing from this week's story about exploding pagers in Lebanon that every American should know. Enjoy this "mini" scoop? Become a SCOOP insider, enjoy special perks and help us build a solution in news! We deliver a special "SCOOP" Mondays to our insiders with everything you need to know for the week ahead, PLUS we broadcast live so we can answer your news questions. Quick. Concise. Nonpartisan. Exactly what you need to make sense of it all: Show Notes: More background on Teamsters: Instagram: Website: YouTube Channel:
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SCOOP: The “Apparent” Assassination Attempt ~ Plus "Space Voting"
09/16/2024
SCOOP: The “Apparent” Assassination Attempt ~ Plus "Space Voting"
Here’s the SCOOP ... your cheat sheet for the week ahead. 🙌🏼 Small bites of high-quality information on newsworthy topics. ✓ 2:00: The money spent on the undecided voter. ✓ 4:00: Insight on laughter. ✓ 5:00: The big news of the day - “An apparent assassination attempt of former President Trump” ✓ 8:00: Why “apparent”? ✓ 11:00: What we're watching for next. ✓ 12:00: A soundbite from law enforcement. ✓ 19:00: What to watch: A decision expected by the Federal Reserve on borrowing rates this week. ✓ 21:00: A clip from the recent presidential debate regarding the economy. ✓ 28:00: Context from the Goldman Sachs CEO: “Did the debt come up once?” ✓ 30:00: What is going on in Springfield, OH? ✓ 34:00: A quick tutorial on how to dig into the border numbers. ✓ 39:00: Two international stories to have on your radar. ✓ 45:00: Going with the flow ... in space. SHOW NOTES (SmartHER News) (Wharton School of Business) (SmartHER News) (Customs and Border Patrol) (SmartHER News) (SmartHER News) 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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DEBATE DEBRIEF: The Timing Of It All ... And What About "... this eating pets thing"?
09/11/2024
DEBATE DEBRIEF: The Timing Of It All ... And What About "... this eating pets thing"?
We address the timing and format of the first and perhaps only debate between Vice President Harris and former President Trump in the election of 2024. Plus ~ Tonya asks, "... about this eating pets thing". We take a closer look at one of the most viral moments of the debate and uncover the broader story in Springfield, Ohio. Receive free, independent, nonpartisan SmartHER News in your inbox on Monday mornings with a cheat sheet for the week ahead – here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: Instagram: Website: YouTube Channel:
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SCOOP: A Remarkable Discovery Ahead of This Week's Debate
09/09/2024
SCOOP: A Remarkable Discovery Ahead of This Week's Debate
Here’s the SCOOP ... your cheat sheet for the week ahead! ✓ 6:00: A remarkable find discovered in a North Carolina filing cabinet may fetch millions at auction. ✓ 10:00: We shift to politics and the presidential debate. ✓ 13:00: To mute or not to mute? ✓ 16:00: A SmartHER take on debates and a fun fact about the first televised presidential debate did not include … presidential candidates. ✓ 17:00: Congresswoman Cheney (R-WY) explains her endorsement for VP Kamala Harris and Gov. Huckabee Sanders (R-AR) responds. ✓ 23:00: Do political and celebrity endorsements matter? ✓ 25:00: “The data is a little bit funky ...” the SCOOP on Jobs Report revisions. ✓ 29:00: We shift to school safety. Updates on last week’s school shooting in Georgia. ✓ 31:00: Jenna addresses Barbara’s question about the precedent of charging a school shooter’s parents. ✓ 35:00: Jenna addresses Mary’s question about ways citizens could create change to prevent such tragedies from happening in the future. ✓ 40:00: What is ALERRT training and why does it matter? ✓ 44:00: A poignant parenting tip from a father who lost his daughter in a school shooting. ✓ 45:00: An uplifting update from the Royal Family. SHOW NOTES (AP News) (SmartHER News) (SmartHER News) (SmartHER News) (SmartHER News) (ALERRT) 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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DEBRIEF: A First For Vice President Harris In Her Pursuit of The Presidency
08/30/2024
DEBRIEF: A First For Vice President Harris In Her Pursuit of The Presidency
What to know about the first interview conducted with Vice President Harris as a presidential nominee - and why it matters. Jenna highlights one big headline and two key takeaways from the conversation. Plus ~ she offers you something to consider about how both major parties are approaching the election season. Does the American public need less style and more substance this election year? What did you think? Send us your thoughts and questions! - send us a voice memo and we'll feature you in a future podcast. THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING 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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INTERVIEW: Biting The Bullet - Yes, American Soldiers Really Did This ...
08/29/2024
INTERVIEW: Biting The Bullet - Yes, American Soldiers Really Did This ...
We speak to the Executive Director of Archaeology at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, Jack Gary, who oversees the largest living history museum in the world at Williamsburg, Virginia. In the soil of a proposed construction project, Gary's team unearthed military barracks dating back to the first soldiers of the American Revolution. The new discovery provides an unique view into the everyday life of America's first soldiers - from their habits, to their fashions and beyond. When asked how working at the Virginia archeological site has impacted his perspective on America, Gary says the work has taught him "empathy" - and a deep appreciation "for where our country came from and all the different people who got us to where we are." As we get ready for another election season, we hope this interview does the same. Enjoy! WATCH This Interview: More Information on 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: Why Dr. Fauci Found Himself In The Hospital - Plus, Does Team Work Make The Dream Work In 2024?
08/26/2024
SCOOP: Why Dr. Fauci Found Himself In The Hospital - Plus, Does Team Work Make The Dream Work In 2024?
All the pre-Labor Day news you need to start your week! ✓ 2:00: Summoning fall. ✓ 4:00: The 170,000 combos of Starbucks. ✓ 6:00: The most dangerous animal on the planet. ✓ 7:00: On your radar: Mosquito-born illnesses. ✓ 11:00: Democratic National Convention wrap-up. ✓ 12:00: RFK Jr. suspends his campaign ~ BUT! Theres’s more. ✓ 14:00: The “Unity Party” and a snippet from RFK Jr.’s speech. ✓ 21:00: Something new to watch in this election cycle ... teamwork? ✓ 24:00: What the Constitution says about federal elections. ✓ 26:00: On the horizon in September. Politics edition. ✓ 27:00: Context about the military service of both Vice Presidential nominees. ✓ 36:00: A look overseas at various hotspots. ✓ 39:00: We mark the third anniversary of the Afghanistan withdrawal and the homicide-bombing that took so many lives, including the lives of American service members. ✓ 43:00: The choice to serve our country. ✓ 44:00: Thank you for supporting our mission. SHOW NOTES (The Wall Street Journal) (SmartHER News) OPINION: (Newsweek) (SmartHER News) 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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DEBRIEF: VP Harris Accepts The Democratic Party Nomination For President
08/23/2024
DEBRIEF: VP Harris Accepts The Democratic Party Nomination For President
What to Know & Why It Matters. SmartHER News founder Jenna Lee breaks down the key takeaways from the speech delivered by Vice President Harris – the new presidential candidate for the Democratic Party. From deeply personal reflections to biting political critiques, VP Harris traversed a lot of ground in her approximately 40 minute address. We highlight a few of her key soundbites and why they matter. Plus what to consider and watch for in the weeks ahead. Want more clarity and less clutter when it comes to the headlines? Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: Instagram: Website: YouTube Channel:
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SCOOP: "Moon Bathing" & Party Politics ~ What You Need To Know For The Week Ahead
08/19/2024
SCOOP: "Moon Bathing" & Party Politics ~ What You Need To Know For The Week Ahead
Plus ~ Is it Democrat or Democratic? You'll hear a lot of both this week – We explain! ~~~~~ ✓ 0:00: Rare super blue moon ✓ 4:00: The Democratic National Convention ✓ 6:00: On our radar around the world ✓ 7:00: Ukraine on the offensive ✓ 8:00: The Middle East, including ceasefire talks and expected protests at the DNC ✓ 12:00: July 2024 Border Numbers show declines - with a caveat. ✓ 17:00: What’s in a name? “Chicago.” ✓ 21:00: What does “blue wall” mean? ✓ 23:00: An editorial quandry at SmartHER News ... heavy-hitting speakers at the DNC. ✓ 27:00: Soundbites from two political operatives on two different sides of the political spectrum: David Axelrod and Kellyanne Conway. ✓ 30:00: Is it Democrat or Democratic? ✓ 32:00: We revisit Elon Musk’s interview with fmr. President Trump. We share a quick snippet and explain why. ✓ 34:00: Is hope the secret ingredient to a winning campaign? Send us your thoughts! SHOW NOTES Political Resources Jenna likes ... and (SmartHER News) (SmartHER News) (language warning) 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: New Discoveries & Overlooked Stories from Olympic Medals To The Middle East
08/12/2024
SCOOP: New Discoveries & Overlooked Stories from Olympic Medals To The Middle East
Here’s the SCOOP ... your cheat sheet for the week ahead. Small bites of high-quality information on a smattering of important topics including the Olympics, medical discoveries, the economy, the Middle East, U.S naval strength, ISIS, Syria, the presidential election and an announcement from Microsoft. --- ✓ 1:00: The next generation and the Olympics. ✓ 4:00: Now you know ... Olympics edition. ✓ 6:00: Jordan Chiles’ medal drama. ✓ 11:00: Two new medical discoveries. ✓ 16:00: The stock market. ✓ 20:00: How do you define “recession”? ✓ 21:00: Why inflation feels so stuck. ✓ 24:00: U.S. soldiers injured in Iraq. ✓ 26:00: Submarines and U.S. Naval strength. ✓ 28:00: Why we’re talking about ISIS and Syria. ✓ 34:00: A scheduled presidential debate. ✓ 37:00: On your radar: Microsoft’s announcement re: election interference. ✓ 39:00: Staying media savvy. ✓ 41:00: Thank you for your support. SHOW NOTES by Wendy Speake (SmartHER News) (SmartHER News) (SmartHER News) (The Wall Street Journal) 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: Stock Market Drama, The Trouble With the War On Terror & How To Do A Social Media Cleanse
08/05/2024
SCOOP: Stock Market Drama, The Trouble With the War On Terror & How To Do A Social Media Cleanse
2:00: How politics may factor into today’s top stories. 4:00: The stock market. -3 for new time stamps if we cut internet outage/comeback. 10:00: Why last Friday’s Jobs Report matters. 13:00: Your economic health. 14:00: How will the market close on Friday? 15:00: Instability in the Middle East. 16:00: High-ranking Hamas official killed in Iran. 18:00: The U.S. moves more military assets to the Middle East. 20:00: Concern of war between nation states. 22:00: Plea deal for alleged mastermind of 9/11 terrorist attacks (and accomplices) agreed to, then revoked. 23:00: International News Correspondent (and SmartHER News Guest Editor) Hollie McKay provides context on Guantanamo Bay (Gitmo) gathered from on-the-ground reporting. 30:00: The taxpayer contributes 10 million dollars per detainee at Gitmo. Plus, the humanitarian effects of Gitmo. 34:00: Hollie speaks to a unique connection with a former Gitmo detainee. 42:00: Jenna’s editor’s note on the use of the word “terrorism” or “terrorist” in the media. 53:00: A SmartHER tip from Barbara, a member of our SCOOP family. 1:00:00: A solution in news. Show Notes: More on how to connect with (The New York Times) Pres. Obama’s Attorney General on one proposal to release GITMO detainees: 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: Instagram.com/SmartHERNews Website: SmartHERNews.com YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/SmartHERNews
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SCOOP: Drama On The Seine, Pres. Biden's Proposed "Supreme Court Reform," & What To Remember About The Presidential Race
07/29/2024
SCOOP: Drama On The Seine, Pres. Biden's Proposed "Supreme Court Reform," & What To Remember About The Presidential Race
✓ 2:00: Drama on the Seine. ✓ 7:00: Jenna’s first ( ... and only) triathalon. ✓ 9:00: The opening ceremony of the Olympics ignites controversy. ✓ 10:00: Who pays for the Olympics? We take a look at Tokyo for context. ✓ 12:00: The athletes with no country aka “Individual Neutral Athletes” ✓ 15:00: Security at the Olympics, the latest on two war fronts. ✓ 17:00: “the most significant change to US Forces Japan since its creation, and one of the strongest improvements in our military ties with Japan in 70 years,” ✓ 21:00: Pres. Biden’s Supreme Court reform. ✓ 24:00: What’s possible with Supreme Court reform and why now? ✓ 27:00: What one expect this week from the Democrat’s virtual roll-call and when a potential VP could be chosen. ✓ 32:00: Two Governors, one a Democrat and one Republican, on the state of the race. ✓ 41:00: Campaign strategy on both sides. And looking ahead, why Fmr. President Trump may not be a felon in the fall (or behind bars - yep, both are possible). ✓ 44:00: A historic hue ... the purple track at the Paris Olympics. ✓ 46:00: We conclude with a few questions from you regarding campaign financing and the possibility of Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. 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: No Rest For The Weary – What’s Next?
07/22/2024
SCOOP: No Rest For The Weary – What’s Next?
Breaking news shared during our broadcast including new remarks from Vice President Harris, a new endorsement from fmr. House Speaker Pelosi (D-CA) and the Secret Service Director takes questions from Congress on the attempted assassination of fmr. Pres. Trump. ✓ 1:00: The story of the moment: the 2024 presidential race is the ultimate developing story. ✓ 3:00: Out of the mouths of babes. ✓ 6:00: Removing politicians from this political story ... the American people and the primary process. ✓ 7:00: The democratic party does not have a top of the ticket, and Pres. Biden’s endorsement of VP Kamala Harris does not make her the presumptive nominee. ✓ 8:00: What makes this news historic? The timing. Reminder: Early voting starts after Labor Day. ✓ 9:00: The Democratic National Party will meet mid-week. A virtual roll call could confirm a presumptive nominee before the Democratic National Convention. ✓ 11:00: What happens to Pres. Biden's campaign money? ✓ 13:00: Historic context: VP Harris’s run for president in 2020. What went wrong? ✓ 15:00: At an event celebrating student athletes, hear from VP Harris as she speaks for the first time since Sunday's breaking news. Plus ~ VP Harris’ next stop? Delaware to meet with the Biden-Harris campaign. ✓ 18:00: A flow chart from the Washington Post helps us visualize how the delegates might vote in a convention if a virtual roll call does not happen. ✓ 19:00: How social media was used as a direct line to the American People. Pres. Biden’s letter on X and Instagram. ✓ 20:00: What’s real? What’s not? ... Today’s digital lage and important lesson for the media. ✓ 22:00: The Prime Minister of Israel set to address Congress on Wednesday and also meet with VP Harris. ✓ 23:00: What might the next several months of Pres. Biden’s presidency look like? ✓ 24:00: Why live moments matter. ✓ 25:00: A voice note from Virginia regarding the Democratic Party’s platform: How will VP Kamala Harris change the platfrom?. ✓ 27:00: The & the Republican Party’s Platform: ✓ 31:00: A question from Mel about a candidate’s journey onto the ballot. And what RFK Jr. said after Pres. Biden dropped out. ✓ 38:00: The Secret Service Director, testified in front of Congress, addresses questions from Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD). ✓ 42:00: Christian asks, “What is the process for other potential candidates to come forward?” ✓ 47:00: Plus news of Congresswoman Pelosi’s endorsement breaks during our broadcast. ✓ 49:00: What we’re watching for next ... plus an important reminder to look up and out. Israel and the Houthis (a by the U.S.) continue to exchange fire. SHOW NOTES The The 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: SmartHERNews.com YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/SmartHERNews
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LIVE: President Trump Accepts Republican Party Nomination, Addresses Assassination Attempt For First Time
07/19/2024
LIVE: President Trump Accepts Republican Party Nomination, Addresses Assassination Attempt For First Time
Listen to the before and after of Fmr. Pres. Trump's 90 minute acceptance speech at the Republican National Convention. We take you live to Milwaukee, Wisconsin to listen to the speech and provide some headlines and analysis along with our LIVE audience! Quick Rundown: The source of some new reporting on the status of Pres. Biden: 9:00 President Trump speech begins at 47:00 & ends 2:19 A reminder about the political process in America: 3:00 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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INTERVIEW: “…one of the scariest moments that I’ve ever lived through.”
07/15/2024
INTERVIEW: “…one of the scariest moments that I’ve ever lived through.”
When father of two Gary Tate attended his first rally in support of former President Trump on Saturday, July 13th, he had no idea he would witness history. Hear Gary's description of the the day ~ from before, during and after the event, including his observation about security. Many thanks to Gary for his honest reflection of this historic moment. 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: An Eyewitness To The Assassination Attempt Shares His Story ~ Plus, "The Lincoln Miracle"
07/15/2024
SCOOP: An Eyewitness To The Assassination Attempt Shares His Story ~ Plus, "The Lincoln Miracle"
As we wait for more information on the attempted assassination of former Pres. Trump, we hear from two very special guests: an eyewitness who attended Pres. Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania and a historian and journalist with incredible expertise on an important character in American history. --- ✓ 0:00: Thank you for being here and for inspiring us to deliver quick, concise, nonpartisan news. We are here because of you. ✓ 3:00: The unusual and extraordinary circumstances surrounding the reporting of this weekend’s events. ✓ 4:00: Very big news and a notable change ~ Federal case against former Pres. Trump over his handling of classified documents dismissed. ✓ 8:00: The who, what, when, where, how, and why of the attempted assassination of former President Trump. ✓ 10:00: First minute of Pres. Biden’s Oval Office address ... and an extraordinary omission. ✓ 14:00: We hear from Gary Tate, an eyewitness who attended the rally ~ ✓ 22:00: Question: “Have journalists been able to verify whether videos of people telling officers they saw the shooter climbing up ahead of time?” ✓ 23:00: New reporting on the alleged shooter and why we’re using the term “alleged shooter.” ✓ 29:00: The Republican National Convention. ✓ 30:00: Historic context on a brokered convention ~ we hear from . ✓ 34:00: What miraculous things had to happen that led to Pres. Lincoln’s nomination. ✓ 37:00: Achorn’s perspective on why this brokered convention mattered for the future of our nation. ✓ 38:00: The fortitude of Abraham Lincoln. ✓ 43:00: Achorn: “The people are the real leaders of this country.” ✓ 44:00: What we can learn today from Lincoln’s brokered convention. ✓ 47:00: How the assassination of President McKinley changed the course of the Secret Service. ✓ 48:00: Encouraging Curiosity over Commentary keeps you in the driver’s seat on today’s developing stories. We look forward to serving you during this historic time period. For Gary Tate's full interview as an eyewitness of the attempted assassination at Pres. Trump's rally 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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DEBRIEF: Top Three Takeaways - Pres. Biden’s Press Conference
07/12/2024
DEBRIEF: Top Three Takeaways - Pres. Biden’s Press Conference
Pres. Biden participated in a LIVE press conference Thursday, July 11 - his first since a debate two weeks ago that drew attention to his mental and physical fitness. Some political analysts described this as a “make or break” moment for the campaign. Was it? Jenna provides a “reporter’s notebook” at the conclusion of the news conference, focusing on three factors that impacted this story: The Timing. The Takeaways (or lackof). And the significance of the last few moments of the event. 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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