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Here's the scoop on the week ahead, what to watch for and why it matters! Quick Highlights: Jobs report Friday; why to watch for early sales for major retailers THIS week. One high-profile former U.S. official says the Russian forces maybe "collapsing" in Ukraine; why we need to watch the damaged Nord Stream pipeline. Russia and Iran blame the U.S., the West, Israel for their latest ch...

A special report on where we've been, where we are going and why it matters. Founder Jenna Lee provides the inside SCOOP on a brand new chapter for SmartHER News! Thank you for constantly inspiring us to deliver a solution in news - It's a privilege to serve you during these historic times and we look forward to having you join our newsroom. . www.scoop.smarthernews.com   Support this podc...

He's been called Afghanistan's first media mogul: Our conversation with Saad Mohseni, one of the founders of TOLO News - a leading 24-hours news organization in Afghanistan - on the development of the network and what news gathering is like under the Taliban. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

A special conversation that takes you behind the scenes as a war reporter. Who is a "fixer," what do they do, and why do they matter? In the world of journalism, a fixer is an important person who the audience rarely sees but who is essential to news gathering in nearly every way — a lifeline for both the reporter and the story — as you'll hear in this special conversation between vete...

On August 15, 2021, veteran war reporter/writer Hollie McKay found herself effectively trapped as the country fell under Taliban control. We pick up the conversation a year later and hear new, previously untold details about her experience escaping the city, and then later returning to continue her reporting as most journalists fled the country. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smar...

On August 8, 2022, the Federal Bureau of Investigation raided a personal residence of former President Donald Trump. Why? And why now? Here's a SmartHER Take recorded only hours after the news broke of this unprecedented incident – what we know, what we don't, and the context that matters.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries...

And will it actually reduce inflation? A few items to consider as we await the final analysis of the bill, that we expect to see on the President's desk this week.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Pulmonologist, immunologist and critical care physician Dr. Jamie Rutland joins us to talk about President Biden's diagnosis – with a SmartHER Take. We discuss the treatment everyone should know about (but seems to receive the least amount of attention), what to watch for next, why or why not prior discussions about President Biden's health matter for the treatment he receives and what to...

Three data points help us breakdown three of the week's biggest stories including a new investigative report on the Uvalde school shooting, new insight on how red flag laws apply (or not) in Illinois, and why economists waver on the direction of the U.S. economy as we get new jobs data . Plus ~ three stories to watch in the week ahead and why optimism may be just as good for you as exercise! S...

Did Betsy Ross really sew the first American flag? In a fast-paced conversation with Lisa Moulder, director of the Betsy Ross House, we learn about an "ordinary woman" who navigated terrible loss, confronted potential treason, and fought near destitution with her weapon of choice: a needle and thread. Was Betsy THE ONE who sewed the first-ever American flag? Hear her incredible story and d...

A SmartHER take on the landmark abortion case decided by the Supreme Court. What to know. Why It Matters. What's Next & What To Watch. . Plus: A lingering question: Are you truly free? What or who defines our liberty remains at the heart of this case and so many of our news stories. We don't avoid this topic - We drive through it and look forward to your thoughts. Support this podcast at —...

Three of your most requested stories this week share a common thread - references, allegations or claims of "political stunts" in action! Whether that's warranted or not ... is up to you to decide! Plus - the context that matters. P.S. Our SmartHER Shop is back in action. Shop with "Heart15" for a 15% discount on our sweet patriotic items before July 4th! https://shop.smarthern...

Moments before the President proposed a federal gas tax holiday , we spoke with a leading voice on American oil and gas, Patrick De Haan, Head of Petroleum Analysis at GasBuddy, on why gas prices are so high, what a federal gas tax holiday would potentially mean (or not) and why it all matters. Plus - Hear how high Patrick believes fuel prices may go this year.  Support this podcast at — https://r...

We ask " What's next? " for three of our biggest stories in foreign policy, the U.S. economy and politics. What is " winning " in Ukraine? Why some believe higher inflation and gas prices are next. And a question about how, and if , American voters will change this election season. What do you think will define our next era? Something to consider : Co-president of Morgan Stanle...

The top stories of the week: inflation, immigration and the latest on the investigation into the school shooting in Uvalde. Plus we preview the House Select Committee's prime time hearing on the investigation into January 6th and then fast-forward 24-hours to what we learned. Your key takeaways and cheat sheet for the week! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive...

Context for courage and our present news cycle. We mark the anniversary of D-Day while taking a quick survey of important stories overseas and here at home. A cheat-sheet for your week! BTW - How expensive do you think the most expensive gas costs in America?  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Executive Director of ALERRT (a national leader in active shooter training), Pete Blair, Ph. D., on why training matters for both professional law enforcement and private citizens — and what it takes to stay safe. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

More than 20 stories claim to have inspired Memorial Day, so which one is the "right" one? We take a closer look at the holiday honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice and the remarkable journey to our shared traditions.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

What we know, what we don't and why it matters 24-hours after one of the deadliest school shootings in American history. Jenna adds insight on the challenges of covering school shootings, bringing listeners behind the scenes, sharing her experience gathering information during a chaotic breaking news event such as this one. She also adds context from her past reporting on school security and g...

A quick rundown of the top news stories to start off your week. Here's what we cover:  important background to President Biden's comments on Taiwan (and what Taiwan has that everyone needs), why monkeypox continues to baffle health officials, and an important admission on the infant formula shortage (and why it matters beyond babies). Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthe...

Leading voices, who usually disagree, agree on THIS for different reasons: America is at a dangerous inflection point. But are we? We take a look at the "threats" that surface in our news stories this week. Plus — a new report that may challenge what we think we know about mass shootings. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries:...

A mysterious illness in children grabs the attention of health officials worldwide with the CDC investigating possible cases in 25 U.S. states.  A must-watch interview with pediatric emergency medicine physician, Dr. Meghan Martin, on what to watch for and why it matters Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/bran...

From baby formula shortages stateside to a Covid case in North Korea, a potential new member of NATO and a mysterious illness in children, we take a look at this week's headlines worldwide and why they matter. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Start your week off SmartHER. A quick rundown of the stories you may have missed this weekend to get you ready for the week ahead: What rises to the surface when we sift through Friday's jobs report; An unexpected winner at Saturday's Kentucky Derby; The Taliban tightens control on Afghan women; America's First Lady visits Ukraine Sunday, Bono sings in Kyiv subway, Putin speaks on Mosc...

Is what you think about current abortion law in America...factual? We take a break from a news cycle driven by conjecture, and an unprecedented leak from the Supreme Court, to take a critical look at one of the biggest stories of the year. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands