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SmartHERNews
Hosted by Jenna Lee · EN
Life is too short to waste time filtering through headlines searching for the facts. That’s when we realized the need for a quick, trustworthy news source that makes staying up-to-date easy and interesting. Our Goal is to Clear the Clutter. We’re committed to providing non-partisan news, in small servings, available wherever you are, whenever you want it. And for the Record: We Believe You’re Already Smart. We don’t need to tell you what to think or how to feel or what to believe. We just want to equip you with clear facts so you’re prepared for any conversation, any vote, any choice and never feel like you’re falling behind. Bullet-Points Without The Bias ~ We’re bringing you #SmartHERNews. SmartHER News is created and hosted by journalist Jenna Lee.
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I Had This Parasite ~ Is Taco Bell To Blame? What About RFK Jr.?
4d ago00:18:01Tap to summarizeShop Our New America250 Gear and Support SmartHER News!Get an AD-FREE Podcast and become an Insider! CDC Reports Historic Spike in Cyclospora Cases; No Single Source Identified. Your latest news from the CDC Media Briefing yesterday, plus answers to your biggest questions.00:00 CDC Outbreak Alert01:05 Personal Cyclospora Story03:12 CDC Briefing Key Facts05:06 Symptoms Testing Timeline07:49 Taco Bell Rumor Check09:08 Surveillance Politics FoodNet12:29 How To Reduce Risk15:05 Awareness Treatment TakeawaysSUPPORT OUR MISSION:Love nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines? Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/ Shop our gear! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/ Website: https://smarthernews.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews
Transcribe →Sen. Lindsey Graham’s Sudden Death and Two Unresolved Cases: Charlie Kirk and Nolan Wells
6d ago00:42:35Tap to summarizeHow To Become An InsiderShop Our NEW America 250 GearSen. Graham's sudden passing - the details and ramifications.The Case Of The Alleged Murderer of Charlie Kirk: An overview of what happened in Tyler Robinson's preliminary hearing last week and why we have to wait until September 1 for more.Questions About The Death Of A Young Man In Mississippi: What happened to Nolan Wells? What we know and what we don't know.This is an interesting read from Rolling Stone from Nolan Wells' friend and new video00:00 Three Unsettling Stories00:42 Compassion With Headlines02:07 Graham Death Timeline04:04 Trump Remembers Graham05:32 Booker Tribute Bipartisanship09:04 Rumors And Russia Questions10:16 Graham Life Story14:39 Replacing Graham In Senate18:34 US Iran Escalation - Link to CentCom Video22:52 Charlie Kirk Case Update27:15 Nolan Wells Mystery33:17 Video Claims And Autopsy39:55 Wrap Up And Next StepsSUPPORT OUR MISSION:Love nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines? Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/ Shop our gear! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/ Website: https://smarthernews.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews
Transcribe →George Washington’s “Secret Weapon”? The Untold Story of Martha Washington
2w ago00:25:15Tap to summarizePresidential historian and Executive Director of the George Washington Presidential Library Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky joins Jenna Lee to uncover Martha Washington’s essential role in the American Revolution — and the larger story of the women who helped sustain America’s fight for independence.From joining George Washington at military headquarters each winter to providing the wealth that helped launch his political career, Martha’s influence extended far beyond the traditional image of America’s first First Lady. The conversation also explores Abigail Adams’ call to “remember the ladies,” the risks women faced during the Revolution and why the full founding story still matters 250 years later.00:00 Was Martha Washington George Washington’s Secret Weapon?00:52 Women in the American Revolution02:34 Life at Washington’s Winter Headquarters05:20 The Risks Martha Faced—and the Letters We Lost06:41 Running Mount Vernon During the War08:19 Martha Washington and Early First Lady Politics10:50 Abigail Adams and “Remember the Ladies”14:19 How Martha’s Wealth Shaped Washington’s Rise16:34 Spies, Assassination Plots and the Stakes of Revolution20:34 Why Women’s Stories Matter Today24:14 Final ThoughtsLove nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines? Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider.
Transcribe →Why This Week Matters For Charlie Kirk's Alleged Killer: Plus ~ "Explosive Headlines" And An Insider Look at D.C.'s July 4th Festivities
2w ago00:45:06Tap to summarizeCheck Out Our Limited Edition Gear Launch For America250Jenna highlights a health warning about the cyclospora parasite reported across at least 17 states, explaining symptoms, and why outbreaks are hard to trace.We also break down what to expect from a five-day preliminary hearing in Utah for Tyler Robinson, the man authorities say killed Charlie Kirk.We close with a few "reporter notebook" observations from a July 4th family trip to Washington, D.C., including extreme heat, storm-delayed fireworks, reflections on the president’s speech, and fun facts from Mount Vernon, the Library of Congress, and the Lincoln Memorial.00:00 Welcome and Preview00:36 Week Ahead in Politics02:38 Cyclospora Outbreak Explained05:39 Personal Parasite Story11:56 Charlie Kirk Case Update13:39 Mini Trial Explained20:11 Social Media and Fair Trial24:15 July Fourth in DC29:01 Speech and Media Spin33:35 DC History Quick Facts39:47 Final Reflection and WrapPresident Trump's America250 speech SUPPORT OUR MISSION:Love nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines? Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/ Shop our gear! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/ Website: https://smarthernews.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews
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Why Gettysburg Belongs in Our America250 Coverage
3w ago00:29:49Tap to summarizeThe single most costly battle of the American Civil War happened in the early days of July 1863, falling on the same days the Founding Fathers finalized the Declaration of Independence less than 90 years earlier. Ret. Marine Col Rob Abbott, one of the few Licensed Battlefield Guides of Gettysburg National Military Park, takes us through the days before, during, and after the Battle of Gettysburg.00:00 Why Gettysburg Matters01:41 Meet Rob Abbott03:02 Road to Gettysburg04:53 Becoming a Battlefield Guide07:36 Who the Soldiers Were09:46 What Was at Stake14:22 How the Battle Unfolded17:33 The Human Cost20:29 Turning Point for America22:52 Leadership Lessons Today25:08 Gettysburg Address Legacy27:11 Final July Fourth ReflectionSUPPORT OUR MISSION:Love nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines? Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/ Shop our gear! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/ Website: https://smarthernews.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews
Transcribe →America at 250: The Rise of Socialism?
3w ago00:41:02Tap to summarizeAs America turns 250, who has the new ideas?A key question to ask as we head into a busy week with Congress back to work, under the pressure of a shrinking schedule and looming midterms, and the President navigating how to advocate for his key priorities before the elections take precedent. 00:00 Week Ahead Preview00:38 Surprise Health Update03:26 Holiday Heads Up03:42 Dangerous Heat Wave07:05 Congress Time Crunch09:34 Bills and SAVE Act10:58 NYC Primaries Socialism19:05 New Ideas Debate22:55 Iran Tensions Update24:56 Supreme Court Rush28:57 Immigration Rulings36:29 Checks and Balances37:24 Wrap Up and Q&A
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"A Place Where Ghosts Walk In Broad Daylight": SmartHER On The Battle Of Little Big Horn
4w ago00:16:21Tap to summarize150 years ago, a pivotal battle took place between the U.S. Army and the American Indians - a "coalition of Lakota, Northern Cheyenne, and Arapaho warriors" (NPS). Often memorialized as Custer's Last Stand, named for the Lt Col George Armstrong Custer, the Battle of Little Bighorn remains a pivotal moment of great intrigue. To honor the story, we share our impromptu interview with National Park Ranger, Michael Donahue, who brings us back to 1876, to explains the significance of this battle and and why the site itself remains "a place where ghosts walk in broad day light."00:00 Spontaneous Interview Setup00:26 Road Trip to Little Bighorn01:55 Meeting Ranger Michael Donahue03:23 Why This Battlefield Matters04:22 Key Figures and Rising Tensions05:38 Economic Backdrop and Orders07:46 Last Stand Hill and Markers09:03 Grief and Human Cost10:39 Prejudice and Two Perspectives11:41 What People Miss About the Battle13:04 Jenna's Takeaways on History15:48 Closing Thoughts and ThanksSUPPORT OUR MISSION:Love nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines? Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/ Shop our gear! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/ Website: https://smarthernews.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews
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Is The U.S. Negotiating With Terrorists? Plus: The Supreme Court In The Spotlight and Dye-Drama for M&Ms
4w ago00:26:49Tap to summarizeJenna highlights three major stories for the week: U.S. negotiations with Iran and the implications of America negotiating with a state sponsor of terrorism. Why a major leadership change in the UK matters to the U.S.What to watch for from the Supreme Court and how a pending decision could reshape more than a century of law.Plus - The drama over blue M&Ms. 00:00 Week Ahead Headlines00:18 Why We Keep It Brief01:35 Iran Talks And Terror Question05:06 Vance Deal Framework Explained06:54 Frozen Assets And Funding Fears11:06 Oil License And Gas Prices13:20 Who Leads The Negotiations14:45 UK Leadership Shakeup16:51 Supreme Court Decisions Watch20:52 M&Ms Dye Drama24:36 Wrap Up And Sign OffSUPPORT OUR MISSION:Love nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines? Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/ Shop our gear! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/ Website: https://smarthernews.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews
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Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro on America250: Faith, Family, the Founding Fathers and the Future of AI
Jun 1700:32:02Tap to summarizeAs we approach Father's Day and 250 years since the Declaration of Independence, we share a truly unique conversation that highlights the intersection between parenting, policy and our current political environment with one of the nation's leading political figures — Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro.Gov. Shapiro shares personal insight into his life behind the scenes as a father of 4 and describes what has shaped his leadership perspective at the helm of one of America's largest and most politically consequential states.This quick-moving conversation covers a wide range of topics — from an arson attack at the governor's residence (while he and his family slept) to legislating cursive in schools to wrestling with how to harness one of the key technologies of our time: artificial intelligence.As we reflect on America's Founding Fathers, we ask the question: Who will lead America in the next 250 years? Governor Shapiro kicks off the first conversation in this series. Who should we interview next? Let us know: hello@SmartHERnews.comYour presence means the world to us! Thank you for supporting a FREE and independent press. Our Insiders listened to and watched this interview FIRST. Here's how to become an Insider and help us build a solution in news: quick, concise, nonpartisan, SmartHER News.00:00 Why Pennsylvania Matters01:03 Meeting Josh Shapiro02:45 Path Into Public Service04:28 Politics Without Hate05:51 Family Challenges Shaping Leadership07:37 Marriage and Fatherhood Lessons09:58 Kids Change Your Politics12:48 Faith Beyond Religion15:00 Arson Attack Aftermath17:59 Violence and Community Healing20:16 Cursive Makes a Comeback22:28 AI in Government and Guardrails26:19 Leading on the Next Big Issues28:06 America at 250 Years30:33 Town Hall Invitation and Wrap
Transcribe →A Top Secret Spy Tool ... Expires?
Jun 1500:33:28Tap to summarizeThe timing and the tool bring up new questions about the use of technology and your rights as a citizen.Jenna previews a consequential week as a major U.S. intelligence tool, FISA Section 702, expires ... amid reports of significant breakthrough in U.S.–Iran negotiations. We highlight the broader debate about technology’s benefits and harms, including the UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s announcement of a law taking effect next year that would ban children under 16 from using social media. 00:00 Spy Tool Expires Now01:11 Tech Future and SpaceX02:15 UK Bans Under 16 Social05:03 Iran Deal Headlines Caution06:45 Vance and Jeffries React10:42 What a Deal Means11:54 Obama Deal Background16:25 Why Iran Still Matters17:00 FISA 702 Explained21:43 Warrant Debate and Politics29:15 Global Conflicts This Week30:58 Wrap Up and WatchlistSUPPORT OUR MISSION:Love nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines? Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/ Get our FREE Weekend Digest! Shop our gear! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/ Website: https://smarthernews.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews
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