Your News Talk America, with Jake Smith

A wide-ranging discussion on the state of mental health in America—particularly among students—drives this episode of Your News Talk America with Jake Smith . The panel examines whether the United States is facing a true mental health crisis or a broader cultural and social shift in how emotional distress is defined and treated. Carolyn D. Gorman of the Manhattan Institute and Alvin Louie, Preside...

Coverage of media bias, federal policy battles, and the debate over America’s rising mental health concerns. In this episode of Your News Talk America with Jake Smith , the program covers major national developments including media coverage of the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting, ongoing debates over DHS funding, and questions surrounding federal priorities and government accountabilit...

Analysis of the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting fallout, national security risks, global tensions, and key policy debates. In this episode of Your News Talk America with Jake Smith , the program focuses on the aftermath of the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting incident, with in-depth discussion on security failures, political rhetoric, and the broader implications for nationa...

A wide-ranging national conversation covering escalating geopolitical tensions, legal controversies, and domestic political battles shaping the United States. The program opens with developments in the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire and reports that Hamas is using the pause in fighting to rebuild operational capacity in Gaza—raising renewed concerns about regional stability and long-term security. Jonat...

On this edition of Your News Talk America with Jake Smith , major developments across government, national security, and domestic politics take center stage. The program leads with breaking analysis of the Department of Justice indictment involving the Southern Poverty Law Center, raising broader questions about political influence, nonprofit accountability, and the role of advocacy organizations...

Global tensions surge as conflict in the Middle East intensifies and new geopolitical fault lines emerge. On this episode of Your News Talk America with Jake Smith , the panel breaks down Iran’s aggressive actions in the Strait of Hormuz, including attacks on commercial vessels and the broader implications for U.S. military strategy and global energy markets. As the crisis unfolds, questions grow...

On this Truthful Tuesday edition of Your News Talk America , Jake Smith leads a wide-ranging and high-stakes discussion at the intersection of education, national security, and the future of the American Republic . The program opens with a deep dive into controversial policies at U.S. colleges and universities , featuring Cornell Law Professor William Jacobson. The conversation examines allegation...

In this fast-moving and high-stakes episode of Your News Talk America , Jake Smith breaks down one of the most daring U.S. military rescue operations in recent history—the successful extraction of two downed F-15 airmen deep inside Iran.   Joined by top national security experts, military leaders, and policy voices, the show explores what this mission reveals about America’s special operations cap...

On this Truthful Tuesday edition of Your News Talk America , Jake Smith breaks down the biggest stories shaping America right now—from national security and media bias to energy prices and economic uncertainty. 🔥 Key Topics Covered: DHS shutdown chaos and why only 8% of network coverage blamed Democrats   TSA staffing crisis, airport delays, and national security concerns The 2026 Oscars: politic...

America faces mounting pressure at home and abroad—from escalating conflict with Iran and its proxies to rising terror threats on U.S. soil and growing concerns over national security, energy, and media integrity. In this powerful episode of Your News Talk America , Jake Smith breaks down the global and domestic stakes of Operation Epic Fury , exposing media narratives, policy failures, and the re...

America is at a critical crossroads—facing escalating global conflict, rising domestic terror threats, and deep divisions over national security, energy policy, and education. In this explosive Digital Interactive Friday episode of Your News Talk America , Jake Smith leads a high-level discussion on Operation Epic Fury , the expanding war involving Iran and its proxies, and what it means for the U...

Breaking news leads this explosive episode of Your News Talk America as Jake Smith covers real-time missile attacks on Israel by Iran and Hezbollah , escalating tensions in the Middle East and triggering global consequences.   This episode dives deep into: Live war updates from Tel Aviv and the Strait of Hormuz Pentagon analysis on drone warfare, cyber attacks, and U.S. strategy The growing global...

A shocking attempted terrorist attack in New York City raises serious questions about national security, media narratives, and political leadership. In this episode of Your News Talk America , Jake Smith breaks down the failed ISIS-inspired bombing near Gracie Mansion, the heroic response from NYPD, and the controversy surrounding how the incident was portrayed in the media. Former NYPD Chief John...

On this Truthful Tuesday edition of Your News Talk America with Jake Smith , Jake examines major national security developments—from the Western Hemisphere to the Middle East—and what they mean for the United States. The program opens with Christina Balling, Senior Vice President at the Institute of World Politics , who analyzes the “Shield of the Americas” summit held at President Trump’s Doral g...

On the March 9, 2026 episode of Your News Talk America with Jake Smith , Jake examines the latest developments in the Middle East, the growing conflict involving Iran, and how global events are being portrayed in the American media. Jake is joined by Curtis Houck of NewsBusters at the Media Research Center , who analyzes how major news organizations are covering the conflict and whether political...

On this episode of Your News Talk America with Jake Smith , the show examines breaking geopolitical developments as Kurdish forces reportedly launch ground activity inside Iran , potentially opening a new front against the Islamic Republic. Jake Smith analyzes what this could mean for the future of the region, U.S. foreign policy, and the balance of power in the Middle East. Could Kurdish forces b...

On this March 4, 2026 edition of Your News Talk America with Jake Smith , Jake leads a fast-moving, nationally focused broadcast on the expanding Iran conflict, the constitutional debate over presidential war powers, and the global economic aftershocks now hitting energy markets. The program opens with analysis of the Middle East battlefield, regime-change risks, and U.S. national security implica...

In this episode of Your News Talk America , host Jake Smith delivers a sharp and engaging breakdown of the political and cultural stories shaping the national conversation. Broadcast from The Talk of Delmarva , Jake analyzes the latest developments in Washington, examines media narratives influencing public perception, and brings listeners thoughtful commentary on the issues impacting everyday Ame...

In this episode of Your News Talk America , host Jake Smith breaks down the major political and cultural stories shaping the national conversation. From developments in Washington to media narratives and the policies impacting everyday Americans, Jake delivers sharp analysis and engaging commentary on the headlines driving today’s debate. Your News Talk America airs weekdays on The Talk of Delmarv...