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...
Dec 02, 2024•1 hr 14 min
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 ...
Nov 22, 2024•1 hr 33 min
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. ...
Nov 18, 2024•53 min
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 – here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider . Instagram: Instagram.com/...
Nov 15, 2024•23 min
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 ...
Nov 11, 2024•50 min
A fun, free-flowing conversation wtih writer, podcaster, and political commentator Mary Katharine Ham on what Democrats and Republicans can learn from the election of 2024. Will the result of this election shake the political foundation of either party? Plus, your questions and thoughts on the media's role in the current state of affairs. SUPPORT A FREE PRESS: If you’d like to help support SmartHER News’ mission of a free, independent, nonpartisan press – here’s how you can become a SCOOP inside...
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr 30 min
A look at the results, the illusive politicial process and (traditional) next steps. Plus: Early indications and pontifications on what motivated voters. Quick Reminder: We have selected a new set of "employees" in this election cycle. What is your dream for America? Thank you for your support! Notice an ad-free podcast? Drop a tip in our tip jar to keep us ad-free! www.SmartHERNews.com More ... As the "lede" in America's story, how will you write this next chapter? --- ✓ 1:00: Defining the medi...
Nov 06, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Former Pres. Trump wins North Carolina while questions remain about the picture emerging from Election Day. A quick summary of the major themes surfacing so far and what to watch for next! Plus ~ What George Washington wrote to his nephew that caught our attention (and a warning from John Adams). Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Nov 06, 2024•37 min
Our SmartHER 8 p.m. central broadcast on Election Night 2024. We set the table for the night ahead as polls close and results roll in: What to watch. Why it matters. And an easy way to understand, explain and remember the Electoral College. 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: Instagram.com/SmartHERNews Website: SmartHERNews.com YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/Smart...
Nov 06, 2024•32 min
You take the "lede"in this week’s SCOOP!--- ✓ 0:00: Intro. ✓ 2:00: What does “down ballot” mean? ✓ 4:00: Friday’s Jobs Report. ✓ 7:00: How many times did the word “election” come up in Earnings calls? ✓ 10:00: What happens if there is an Electoral tie? ✓ 13:00: We surveyed the SmartHER News community, asking “Who are you voting for ... and why?” Jenna's 3 Takeaways. ✓ 20:00: Paths to victory. ✓ 23:00: Tonya asks about Early Voting trends. ✓ 29:00: Kate asks about how the Electoral College works....
Nov 04, 2024•1 hr 9 min
Have we booked a ticket to “Crazytown”??? Is it one-way?? Is it round-trip?? Let's hope for the latter as we count down the minutes til Election Day. We’re pulling back the curtain on the media’s role in calling races, the real process of election results, and how editorial choices get made—even in the face of a headline like “Baby-Biting President.” GET THE FULL SCOOP: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2...
Nov 01, 2024•16 min
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 SmartHER News Show Notes: Realclearpolitics.com General Presidential Election: Real Clear Pol...
Oct 29, 2024•39 min
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 prima...
Oct 28, 2024•1 hr 12 min
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: scoop@smartHERNews.com. GET THE FULL SCOOP: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-ins...
Oct 25, 2024•16 min
✓ 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 speci...
Oct 21, 2024•1 hr 2 min
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 perso...
Oct 18, 2024•40 min
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 r...
Oct 15, 2024•46 min
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/chan...
Oct 11, 2024•16 min
✓ 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: The Nova Exhibition. ...
Oct 07, 2024•53 min
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: https://www.sc...
Oct 04, 2024•17 min
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: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/ Instagram: Instagram.com/SmartHERNews Website: SmartHERNews.com YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/SmartH...
Oct 02, 2024•16 min
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 met...
Sep 30, 2024•44 min
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...
Sep 27, 2024•17 min
*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. ✓ ...
Sep 23, 2024•59 min
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 n...
Sep 20, 2024•13 min
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....
Sep 16, 2024•51 min
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: htt...
Sep 11, 2024•34 min
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 Sander...
Sep 09, 2024•50 min
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! hello@smartHERNews.com - send us a voice memo and ...
Aug 30, 2024•19 min
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 wo...
Aug 29, 2024•38 min
