Best Jennifer Lee Babin Podcasts (2024)

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SCOOP: Why Dr. Fauci Found Himself In The Hospital - Plus, Does Team Work Make The Dream Work In 2024? 45:36

2h ago45:36

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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 Pa…

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DEBRIEF: VP Harris Accepts The Democratic Party Nomination For President 30:23

4d ago30:23

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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 high…

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SCOOP: "Moon Bathing" & Party Politics ~ What You Need To Know For The Week Ahead 39:03

5h ago39:03

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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 Numb…

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SCOOP: New Discoveries & Overlooked Stories from Olympic Medals To The Middle East 43:02

17h ago43:02

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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 Olympi…

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SCOOP: Stock Market Drama, The Trouble With the War On Terror & How To Do A Social Media Cleanse 1:03:21

8d ago1:03:21

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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…

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SCOOP: Drama On The Seine, Pres. Biden's Proposed "Supreme Court Reform," & What To Remember About The Presidential Race 50:30

15d ago50:30

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✓ 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 fron…

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SCOOP: No Rest For The Weary – What’s Next? 52:59

28d ago52:59

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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 s…

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LIVE: President Trump Accepts Republican Party Nomination, Addresses Assassination Attempt For First Time 3:05:32

1M ago3:05:32

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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 Tr…

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INTERVIEW: “…one of the scariest moments that I’ve ever lived through.” 39:27

1M ago39:27

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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.…

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SCOOP: An Eyewitness To The Assassination Attempt Shares His Story ~ Plus, "The Lincoln Miracle" 49:49

1M ago49:49

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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 t…

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DEBRIEF: Top Three Takeaways - Pres. Biden’s Press Conference 27:05

2M ago27:05

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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 …

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INTERVIEW: Strokes, Secret Surgeries, Depression & Hemorrhoids (Yes, Hemorrhoids) - What To Know About The Health of U.S. Presidents 48:57

2M ago48:57

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A severely depressed president ... a president with a "mysterious growth" ... a president with a hidden surgery ... another with a stroke that left him incapacitated ... and a commander-in-chief whose hemorrhoids became international news (true story). All stories we hear about from Dr. Jacob Appel, M.D., MS, MPH, who has become a leading expert on…

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SCOOP: Whoa, Nelly: Cognitive Exams For All, "Project 2025", and What To Watch Next 1:06:32

2M ago1:06:32

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Plus ~ Should we just escape to Mars? The big questions to have on your radar for the week ahead. ✓ 4:00: A SmartHER summer read recommendation: “Look For The Lie” ✓ 7:00: How dust “gunked up” Hurricane Beryl. ✓ 10:00: Review of the most recent job market report. ✓ 11:00: We review the outcomes of the European elections and why we should watch “the…

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SCOOP: A Major Supreme Court Decision, Debate Fall-Out, and Reason For You To Take A Break! 54:33

2M ago54:33

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We jump right into the breaking news from the Supreme Court, a ruling that leaves more questions than answers on both how this decision impacts the the immediate criminal cases vs. President Trump, and the future of the U.S. presidency overall. Plus, developments in the days after the first presidential debate of 2024 and an important lesson from t…

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DEBATE DEBRIEF: Did Last Night's Presidential Debate Serve the American People? 55:53

2M ago55:53

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Politicians and the press work for you, the American people, and at SmartHER News, we will never lose sight of that. Today we take a step back to discuss the first presidential debate of the 2024 election … without the clutter. Topics include: CNN’s debate formatting. Notable exchanges between the top-two Presidential candidates, including the vira…

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SCOOP: One President's Need For Speed; An Olympian Locked In A Porta-Potty; And A Debate & Decision To Watch 45:58

2M ago45:58

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Real news for real people. Your Conversation Starters: ✓ 3:00: Trapped in a porta-potty before a personal best race. ✓ 7:00 New health guidelines forthcoming in the new year about ... alcohol consumption. ✓ 10:00: What Ryan Seacrest tells us America’s “shared experience”? Three Big Stories: ✓ 13:00 A deeper dive on the latest U.S. border numbers. ✓…

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COFFEE TALK: Did You Know Russian Media Said THIS About America? 16:44

2M ago16:44

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A few conversation starters as we debrief over this week's news so far ~ from Vladimir Putin's travels to the latest from the White House on immigration. A few quick hits over coffee! 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: https://www.scoop.smarther…

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SCOOP: Should Social Media Platforms Carry Warning Labels Like Cigarettes? 52:11

2M ago52:11

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From warning labels on social media platforms to new masking laws (not what you think), and building a temporary Olympic-sized swimming pool inside a football stadium, we cover it all in this week’s SCOOP. Topics include health, politics, pop culture, law, security, immigration and history (including a quick detour to discuss Ellis Island). We even…

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SCOOP: What Would Trigger A Mistrial? Chilling-Off Some Hot Headlines 40:27

3M ago40:27

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We have a look at your week ahead including: ✓ 3:00: The combat war veteran at the center of fathers’ day ✓ 7:00: Lessons-learned from one of the the longest-running host of any game show. PLUS ~ ✓ 11:00 What we know about the recent Israeli hostage rescue. ✓ 18:00: Did a journalist hide Israeli hostages? Hear from both sides. ✓ 20:00: Why the Euro…

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SCOOP: Stories From Normandy ~ The 80th Anniversary of D-Day 1:34:40

3M ago1:34:40

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80 years have passed since the allied troops parachuted into enemy territory and stormed the beaches of Normandy. D-Day launched "Operation Overlord" ~ the campaign that would shift the tides of World War II, ultimately ending Hitler's reign in Europe, and changing America's story, and world history, forever. Join me on my travels through Normandy,…

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REPORTER'S NOTEBOOK: On The Ground In Normandy, France 13:07

3M ago13:07

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From the backyard of an 18th century barn, Jenna shares initial reflections of her travels to Normandy, France to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Plus ~ Perspective on how the past intersects with our present headlines. ~ P.S. Save the date for a special LIVE event on SCOOP ~ Thursday, June 6th, 2024. . Keep SmartHER News ad-free and independen…

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SCOOP: How Did "The Butcher of Tehran" Get His Nickname? War correspondent Hollie McKay on the death of Iran's president. 52:36

3M ago52:36

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"It's hard to find a worse person than Raisi, to put it bluntly," recalls writer and war correspondent Hollie McKay who joins us to discuss the role of Iran's President Raisi and what his sudden death means for the future - of not only Iran but the Middle East. Hollie spent several weeks traveling in Iran in 2017 and shares some invaluable insight …

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SCOOP: A MUST-SEE MOMENT 51:31

3M ago51:31

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On the seven-month anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attack, Jenna takes you behind the security lines in New York City to a historic exhibit that uses real-life artifacts from the Nova Music Festival site from victims and survivors ~ an exhibit absent of politics that brings us back to what happened and why it matters. Plus ~ 0:00 What’s up with …

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SCOOP: Style Vs. Substance 56:44

4M ago56:44

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As we published this podcast, news broke of Hamas reportedly accepting terms of a ceasefire with Israel. While this headline has sparked a lot of attention, we have few specifics and many lingering questions. We have no response from Israel and the U.S. did not comment further midday Monday during a State Dept. briefing, saying only that the U.S. w…

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SCOOP: Tornadoes To Title IX 52:46

4M ago52:46

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And all the news in between to prep you for the week ahead! 0:00: “Maycember.” 4:00: What to know about tornadoes. 7:00: The “Ted” behind the Fujita scale. 11:00: The latest report card on the U.S. economy and why the data raises concerns about “stagflation.” 17:00: The deadliest bird flu outbreak in U.S. history turns to concerns about the bird fl…

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SCOOP: Phone Trauma and Perspective On Our "Perilous" Times 46:28

4M ago46:28

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From how many times you check your phone every hour to why we should watch what’s happening in Africa, your SCOOP on the news when it matters and why it matters. 02:00: The trauma of the dreaded “phone switch.” 5:00: Historian Doris Kearns Goodwin on how our media environment reminds her of the 1860s. 11:00: What happened in Congress this weekend a…

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A “SHADOW WAR” NO MORE? Iran, Israel and What's Next In The Middle East 39:13

4M ago39:13

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Did Israel attack Iran from inside Iranian territory? Why did Iran choose NOW to attack Israel? What does Iranian graffiti tell us about the state of the nation? How should we differentiate between the Islamic government of Iran and the Iranian people? All questions we tackle with Senior Fellow at the Foundation For Defense of Democracies, Behnam B…

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SCOOP: What We Can Learn From The Survivors Of The Titanic 50:05

4M ago50:05

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Welcome To Our New SCOOP Insiders! We just commemorated the sinking of the Titanic on April 14-15, 1912. More than 1,500 people died that night; the lessons from survivors still ring true today. We discuss this and more in our LIVE SCOOP. 0:00: Quick Welcome – Personal Reflection 4:00: We mark the anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic – the 112…

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MINI-SCOOP: News After The Eclipse 19:36

5M ago19:36

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A quick scoop - a personal reflection from the path of totality and a few news items to have on your radar as we get back to business after the solar eclipse! Congress returns to Washington D.C. - questions linger on the path forward for funding and other legislation, and the next step in impeachment of Sec. Mayorkas, Dept. of Homeland Security. Bo…

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INTERVIEW: Everything You Should Know About The Solar Eclipse With The Space Gal 31:11

5M ago31:11

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SmartHER With MIT-Engineer, New York Times Bestselling Author, and The Space Gal, Emily Calandrelli The celestial event captivating a nation ... On Monday, April 8th, 2024 a total solar eclipse will occur in North America, and our SmartHER News headquarters happens to be in the path of totality. We discuss this historic event with a very special gu…

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A SmartHER Take: Why You Won't Hear The Word "Terrorist" In Today's News 12:28

5M ago12:28

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Words matter, particularly for journalists, wheN a simple word choice or missing context can change the meaning of a story. We have a good example of this today: A mysterious attack on an Iranian consulate in Syria, with many news reports not mentioning the terrorist designations belonging to the groups involved. Why? Jenna provides one reason in t…

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SCOOP: Context Is Key 44:27

5M ago44:27

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Whether it's a live raccoon at the White House ... What to consider about "Transgender Day of Visibility" and Easter... Or a startling question: Are we already at war "Context Is Key" said our SCOOP Insider Barbara during our broadcast. . Here's your rundown: . 0:00: Why all journalists fear April 1 (also the day Google launched Gmail to doubters a…

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A New Name In Politics: Nicole Shanahan 33:22

5M ago33:22

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced his running mate in Oakland, California - a tech lawyer, entrepreneur and mother, Nicole Shanahan. You can listen to Nicole's speech during this podcast with a short introduction by Jenna. Key SmartHER Fact To Remember: For an independent candidate like RFK Jr. to appear on the ballot in all 50 states, he needs to me…

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SCOOP: What's ACTUALLY Happening? The News You Need To Know 48:57

5M ago48:57

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The SCOOP from the U.S. border to a New York courthouse. Plus ~ how to strategically share your story and why authenticity always wins. 2:00: The stakes: reflections on the rise and fall of civilization by Elon Musk. 10:00: What is ISIS-K? 12:35: The Wall Street Journal on "‘A Ticking Time Bomb’: In Syrian Camps, Fears of an Islamic State Revival."…

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SCOOP: Peak Bloom, RFK's Run, A Drug Called "Tranq" and Why Context Matters 42:46

5M ago42:46

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Fmr. President Trump ignites a flurry of headlines over comments on the campaign trail. We share what he said (and the context) so you can make up your own mind on what matters (and what doesn't). Plus~ the story that the media is missing. 0:00: Spring launches Tuesday - the backstory on the Japanese Cherry Trees in DC, the end of "Stumpy", and wha…

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"The Pill" With No Prescription: What To Know & Why It Matters 49:48

6M ago49:48

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It will be a historic first. The maker of the first over-the-counter birth control pill says to expect their product (Opill) on store shelves in the next few weeks. The Food and Drug Administration approved the first over-the-counter birth control pill in the United States last summer. We discussed this news with practicing clinician Dr. Sara Gottf…

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SCOOP: Why Authenticity Matters Most 47:51

6M ago47:51

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A SmartHER take: What lessons can we learn from the State of the Union and the Republican response to help our own public speaking? Plus ~ the inside SCOOP on the week ahead from the U.S. border to the Middle East. 0:00: Spring Break! 3:00: An unique argument IN FAVOR of Daylight Saving Time – Less "road kill"? 8:55: Royal Drama: A photo at the cen…

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Quick Hit: The State of the Union 15:47

6M ago15:47

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Three key takeaways of President Biden's 2024 State of the Union and why they matter. Plus ~ Join us on SCOOP on Monday for further coverage on the State of the Union, when Jenna will use President Biden's address and the Republican response as a way to discuss key tips on how to improve your public speaking. Become an insider and receive this repo…

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SCOOP: Breaking News From The Supreme Court 42:12

6M ago42:12

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Monday morning, the Supreme Court handed down a decision on a simmering case – answering a key question once and for all: Can a state, citing the U.S. Constitution, keep a presidential candidate off a state's ballot? The Supremes said, "No!", deciding AGAINST Colorado in a unanimous decision – reversing the Colorado's Supreme Court decision that ar…

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SCOOP: Who Will "Set The Rules For The World"? 48:52

6M ago48:52

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Expelled journalist David Satter crystallizes the stakes of our current times when he shares with us his concerns about a "coalition of criminal regimes trying to set the rules for the world." We use THIS as the backdrop to your inside SCOOP for the week ahead. Your Rundown: 0:00: NEW MUSIC! Many thanks to andrewlinnmusic.com 4:00: What's going on …

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INTERVIEW: Vladimir Putin and the "Cult of Death" 1:14:02

6M ago1:14:02

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From poisoning those who oppose him to encouraging what our guest calls a "cult of death" Vladimir Putin leads the country with the largest nuclear arsenal in the world —Russia. The controversial Russian president finds himself in the center of three storylines during this news cycle: 1. This week marks two years since Russia invaded Ukraine under …

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Special Report: The Farewell Address 31:17

6M ago31:17

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The power of President George Washington's parting words. Wait until you hear what President Washington had to say about patriotism, partisanship, and America's role in the world. In 1796, President Washington faced a difficult decision: He knew he did not want to serve another term as president. He felt both confident in the foundation of the new …

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SCOOP: Should We Take "Super Bowl Monday" Off? 46:37

7M ago46:37

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New legislation in the state of Tennessee lobbies for replacing Columbus Day with "Super Bowl Monday" – Should other states follow suit? Do we all need a "late start" after the Super Bowl? We report. You relax! We got your covered for the week ahead. Your cheat sheet on big events that happened while millions watched the "Big Game": The SecDef retu…

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SCOOP: Lunch With The Leader of an Iranian-Backed Militia 1:11:51

7M ago1:11:51

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Special Coupon For SCOOP listeners Use Jenna20 for 20% off of designs at Liz James Designs - an Austin-based, American-made jewelry designer. Coupon good through Wednesday February 7th for delivery before Valentine's Day! ------ What did the leader of an Iranian-backed militia tell war correspondent Hollie McKay over lunch? Hollie joins us with her…

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SCOOP: Americans Killed In Action; Seeking New Eyes On Old Problems 44:22

7M ago44:22

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What new eyes do we need on old challenges to create solutions? We ask this question as we look at two of the biggest developing headlines this week - American service members killed in action in the Middle East by Iranian-backed militants and the ongoing coverage of the U.S. borders. A few highlights: 2:45: A former Air Force Intel officer says he…

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SCOOP: Curiosity Over Commentary For The Win 46:10

7M ago46:10

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Why does New Hampshire matter in American politics (and particularly this election season)? What's missing from our reporting on the Middle East? How should you approach LONG Covid? We tackle news on each topic, but first Jenna shares a personal story that inspired this broadcast ~ a conversation with her 9 year-old son about football reminds us al…

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SCOOP: Two Navy SEALS Lost At Sea – Plus: What Happened In Iowa 42:51

7M ago42:51

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We’re joined by author, political commentator, and self-described “center right disaffected” journalist, Mary Katharine Ham to break down the Iowa caucuses. 2:30: Vivek Ramaswamy leaves the race for the nomination 5:00: Mary Katharine Ham joins us with analysis about Iowa and what to watch in the future. 7:00: The key takeaways from Iowa. 10:00: Wh…

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SCOOP: A Mystery Rocks The Pentagon – Plus: Why Air Travelers Should Buckle Their Babies 50:07

8M ago50:07

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Did you know an airplane's cockpit recorder only keeps two hours of data before erasing, and starting over? Just one of the many interesting facts we learned today prepping for SCOOP and covering an accident impacting Alaska Airlines (and beyond). We catch-up on: The flu (rising respiratory infections nationwide)! The potential government shutdown …

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SCOOP: 3 SmartHER Stories To Consider In 2024 38:25

8M ago38:25

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Happy New Year, from your SmartHER News family! Today, we explore three curiosities ... three news items to watch in 2024 – including the election (a twist you may not have considered), a conflict (a seldom talked about nation), and the U.S. border (but not the border that may first come to mind). What stories are you most curious about in 2024? We…

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200 Years of "'Twas The Night Before Christmas" 38:30

8M ago38:30

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"Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house ..." These lines first appeared in a New York state newspaper on December 23, 1823. The author? Originally ... "Anonymous." 200 years later, many of us can still recite much of this poem from memory, solidifying the image of Santa and "his eight tiny reindeer" for generations. While the my…

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