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A mutiny against the leader of the nation with the largest nuclear arsenal in the world OR ... something else? News of a revolt against the Russian government led by a private Russian military company ricocheted around the globe sewing confusion and apprehension *until* the threat seemed to fade almost as quickly as it ignited. What really happened with The Wagner Group's move on Moscow? Why d...

Your SCOOP on this week's top stories: Approx. 1 out of 4 flights in America cancelled or delayed. What was the last communication with the Titan submersible? Is media bias to blame for the coverage of the Titan vs. a ship of immigrants sinking in the Mediterranean? Jenna shares her editorial perspective. What to know about the "mutiny" in Russia. Plus - Why what we *don't* know le...

A conversation with the President of the nonpartisan Committee For a Responsible Federal Budget, Maya MacGuineas.  We're basically spending more to finance the borrowing of the past than investments in the future." . Maya MacGuineas has led the bipartisan Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget for two decades, placing her center stage to confront BOTH political parties on their managem...

From a historic visit to China to household cleaning - we cover a smorgasbord of headlines for you on this holiday summer Monday.  . Here's how to get SCOOP delivered to your inbox! CLICK HERE    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Fixed Audio First version uploaded HALF of SCOOP. We don't do half-servings :) We blame gremlins in the system. Onward! A closer look into the historic indictment of former President Trump and your questions answered on this latest legal chapter. Plus – a quick look at a few other headlines that could impact your wellbeing and wallet this week, including why you should beware of price tags (li...

A quick answer to one of our top questions this week on student loans - specifically, what's part of the debt ceiling deal and what's not!  There are two separate and big programs that (potentially) have effected you or your friends/family on student loans. These plans also impact your money (as a taxpayer) even if you're not a borrower!  Here's a quick explanation as part of our w...

0:00 Marking A Special SmartHER Milestone 4:00 Check out our SmartHER Partner this week: MicalaQuinn.com/SmartHERNews 8:00 The latest on jobs and why the Bank of America CEO anticipates recession early next year. 12:00: Student loan drama - the backstory on two separate initiatives and what one has to do with the debt ceiling and one has to do with the Supreme Court. 18:00: News from the Middle Ea...

Plus: When Do You Stop Feeling Young?  A special LIVE SCOOP on Tuesday to give us a foundation for the week ahead that includes a face-off over the debt ceiling in Congress.  0:00 A special birthday message 5:00 When do you stop feeling young? When do you start feeling old? https://www.wsj.com/articles/millennials-turning-40-feeling-old-1df2c83b 9:00 A quick update on presidential politics 11:00 H...

0:00: The month of MAY! Why people dread it (and why we use to love it).   04:00:  The fascinating history of Memorial Day.   12:00: The debt ceiing debate. What to know.   16:00: Do the theatrics of this debate meet the threat? What's a "win" for Democrats and Republicans?   18:00: Something to consider: Recession in 2024.   20:00: Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) enters the presidential race...

  0:00: The thunder rolls on SCOOP! . 1:00: New study on the "peanut patch": Will this change deadly food allergies forever? . 4:00 Why Jenna falls into the category of an adult who doesn't know if they have an "allergy" or a "sensitivity" like 20% of Americans. . 6:00: History-made on Mt. Everest. . 8:00: Why Turkey's leadership matters. . 12:00: Lots of activity a...

Shout out to Matthew - listener of SCOOP! We would love to hear from you: Scoop@SmartHERNews.com . 2:00 A new chapter for the pandemic (Jenna's personal recalibration). . 6:00: A new chapter in tipping; are we spending too much post-pandemic? . 11:00: What to watch on the developing story out of Allen, Texas   14:30: What to consider about the term "gun violence." . 18:00 A New Chapter...

The first week of May brings with it a flurry of history-making news from one of the largest bank collapses in U.S. history, to a notable White House visit. Here's your rundown: 0:00 Welcome to May! 2:00: Traveling with children: a "trip" not a "vacation" (quick personal reflection) 4:00 Navy SEAL graduation: an insider perspective 6:00 The second largest bank collapse in U.S....

When the news becomes the news, we shift to what matters most FIRST and then dig into the drama. The economy: What to watch as we await important report cards on the U.S. economy, major American companies and what ALL this data might tell us about the health of the banking system. Politics: President Biden and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis follow a familiar playbook. Plus - why Gov. DeSantis can't...

How should the press handle "state secrets"? And what should we consider when we read headlines on classified information?  Jenna shares something to consider from a war correspondent's guide book belonging to her grandfather from the 1940s. Why the timing of this leak matters for the U.S. China continues high-profile state visits. A mother speaks out at a special House Judiciary Commi...

The new challenges to abortion law. Why Taiwan matters. And a time-honored tradition at the White House that helps us highlight a key inflation indicator: Egg Prices. PLUS - Jenna shares an embarrassing on-air moment and lessons learned on LIVE TV. If you haven't joined our insider group and receive this in your inbox - PLEASE do. You're support goes to a free press. Check out the benefits...

A quick coffee talk on the big story as we end the week: Why were two lawmakers expelled in Tennessee? Why does it matter? What's next? And something to consider as we ponder this week's news cycle. . Quick. Concise. Nonpartisan. Thank you for your support of SmartHER News!  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcir...

Three things to know regardless of what we see, hear or learn in the expected arraignment of former President Trump in New York City. And why we should all beware the symbiotic relationship between "The Press" and the former President. Is there more than meets the eye with a sudden cut in oil production by major oil producing countries? We take a look at higher prices you may face. Meanwhi...

We start with the headline that others avoid - the death of an American overseas. We travel through the Middle East, taking a look at what happeend, what is at stake and why it matters. We wind-up back home with fresh eyes on the banking crisis and the battle over TikTok.  New today: A just-released poll shows a dramatic drop in how Americans view traditional "American values" like the pat...

As we turn the page to a new season on the first day of Spring, we have lingering reminders of the past and a critical question: What keeps the peace? Will a historic meeting between the leaders of China and Russia lead to a breakthrough in Ukraine? Will a "forced marriage" of two banks lead to stability in the global financial system? Will a former President find himself under arrest or e...

A wide-ranging conversation with member of the Ukrainian parliament and mother, Inna Sovsun. Inna provides a window into her life, professionally and personally, living at a time of war - mapping out what's at stake for her, her country and her 10 year-old son (who makes a special after-school appearance). Follow Inna on Instagram/Twitter: @InnaSovsun Support this podcast at — https://redcircl...

A quick trip around the world: from emergency preparedness here at home to an important annual meeting of China's Communist Party, "little green men" on the frontline in Ukraine (and why it matters) and what’s “normal” for train derailments in America? Plus – the proposed legislation to do away with clock changes (daylights savings starts on Sunday morning!) and the largest study of it...

A familiar quote helped inspire a new member of our SmartHER News family - SCOOP members get an exclusive "introduction." . The famous saying also resonates this week as we reflect on two big news stories - an exclusive by The Wall Street Journal on new revelations about the pandemic (and the waterfall of words from U.S. officials on China) as well as a new policy penned by the Biden Admin...

"We just want to know the truth, and we want to know if our family is safe," explains Heather Beresford, one of four mothers who joined SmartHER News for a wide-ranging conversation from those who experienced the toxic train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, first hand. You'll hear from residents Heather, Misti, Kari, and Jess about their experiences from the night of the train derai...

We begin and end with the love of an American president for his wife — from shopping for the hottest heels of the moment, to the secrets of a long life. . Why the current U.S. president's surprise trip to Ukraine matters as we mark 1 year of the war in Ukraine. . Meanwhile, America has heightened concerns about China and Russia, as the Russian and U.S. presidents both plan for dueling speeches...

" I believe this is the  first time within United States or America airspace  that NORAD or United States Northern Command has taken kinetic action against an airborne object."     General Glen VanHerck, Commander of North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command after an American fighter jet shot down a third "object" this weekend. Here's the scoop on what...