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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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00:00 How Safe Are We01:49 Economic Ripple Effects02:22 Strait of Hormuz Map04:18 Suez Canal Shipping Risks06:38 Prices and Supply Chains07:54 Iran Ship Sunk10:07 Pentagon Strategy Shift14:11 White House Safety Message17:41 DHS Shutdown Stakes21:48 Child Exploitation Hearing27:24 Refocus on What Matters28:19 Closing and Next UpdatesLove 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
War correspondent and writer Hollie McKay joins us to provide unique insight and perspective, to this rapidly developing story in the Middle East. We highlight the latest news, hear from multiple points-of-view and tackle tough-to-report on stories like the Iranian reports of a bombing of a girl's school.00:00 Breaking News Overview01:08 Meet War Correspondent Holly02:38 Austin Shooting Fallout04:29 Pentagon Briefing Details07:08 Holly Reacts to Objectives10:11 Why Iran Matters Globally13:42 Ayatollah Death Stakes16:24 Why Now Timeline Questions20:17 Force Posture and Go Order22:15 Operation Epic Fury Breakdown27:44 Nuclear Talks and Terror Links31:19 Iran Foreign Minister Responds33:09 School Strike Claims Context36:09 Human Shields and Media Limits37:34 Interview Challenge on Protests38:08 Protests Turn Violent39:00 Blame Game and Infiltration Claims40:36 Obama Deal and Media Voices42:00 Ben Rhodes on War Risks44:21 Legality and Reinforcements45:30 Reza Pahlavi and Succession50:59 Inside Iran Public Mood53:39 Traveling Iran as Journalist57:45 Spy Plane Story01:00:35 Regional Spillover and Allies01:04:46 Worth It and Final MessageSUPPORT 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
00:00 Breaking News Kickoff00:58 Rolling Thunder News Cycle03:17 War Reality Check04:02 President Announces Strikes06:31 Who Hit What When07:36 Ayatollah Death Fallout10:42 What Victory Looks Like11:27 Regional Reactions12:41 Retaliation Proxies Sleeper Cells14:32 "Why Now?"16:05 Casualties Info Gap - **including in Iran**17:08 The President's message To Iranian People19:34 Wrap Up What Comes Next
00:00 Showtime Setup00:32 Why Our Report Delivers Something Different.01:54 SOTU History Primer04:54 Media Optics Explained - How Does How You Watch Impact How You Feel?07:58 Opening Golden Age09:15 Speech Style Breakdown12:10 Cartel Kingpin Claim15:04 War on Fraud17:08 BRAND NEW: Venezuela Raid Details26:51 The Most Combustible Political Moment.31:17 What Was Missing33:04 Time Capsule ClosingSUPPORT 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
00:00 Olympic Hockey Gold00:59 Jack Hughes Interview03:34 Hughes Family Backstory05:38 Gaudreau Tribute07:52 Drunk Driving Reminder09:34 From Olympics to Politics12:24 Mar-a-Lago Security Shooting16:15 DHS Funding Shutdown17:56 Cartel Boss Killed21:54 Epstein and Prince Andrew24:24 GDP and Tariffs Tease24:52 GDP Growth Slows26:04 Tariffs Explained27:59 Supreme Court Blocks IEEPA31:31 Trump Reacts and Pivots37:36 What Happens Next39:00 Refunds and Economic Fallout45:00 Washington Farewell Address Tradition In the SenateSUPPORT 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
From an arrest on Capitol Hill to an ongoing partial government shutdown to a big speech on center stage overseas, what you need to know in the week ahead. 00:00 Welcome Back: Why a Wednesday Scoop + What’s Ahead02:21 Capitol Security Scare: 18-Year-Old Arrested Near the U.S. Capitol03:54 Missing Nancy Guthrie: Reward Raised, Leads Still Thin05:05 DHS Funding Lapse: Partial Shutdown and What It Means for Travelers06:53 U.S.–Iran Tensions: Negotiations, Military Posture & the Strait of Hormuz10:20 Colbert vs. CBS vs. FCC: The ‘Equal Time’ Debate (and Why It Matters)17:19 Rubio in Munich: Why This Speech Sets the Trump Admin ‘Paradigm’20:08 One Western Civilization: Rubio’s Reassurance to Europe23:27 From Praise to Policy: Re-Industrialization, Migration, and a ‘New Western Century’27:12 Reforming the Global Order: UN Critique and the Case for American Leadership34:18 What the Speech Signals: Applying the Paradigm to Borders, Ukraine, Iran & More38:28 Wrap-Up: Severe Weather, Safety Notes, and How to Follow AlongSec. Rubio's full speech in MunichSUPPORT 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
Jenna Lee marks the federal holiday of George Washington's birthday by examining the history of the celebration and his enduring Farewell Address warnings about political parties and regionalism. The report features unique historical insights, including Washington's 'Rules of Civility' and his personal connection to Betsy Ross. Jenna also shares lighthearted facts about the first president’s life at Mount Vernon, from interior decorating to custom shoe shopping for his wife, Martha.*Timestamps*00:00 George Washington's Holiday History01:19 The Farewell Address Tradition02:58 Three Surprising Personal Facts05:13 George Washington's Enduring LegacyLove 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! https://smarthernews.com/shop/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/ Website: https://smarthernews.com/
Jenna Lee explains the legal context behind Ghislaine Maxwell’s decision to invoke the Fifth Amendment during her House Oversight Committee deposition and her request for presidential clemency. This report provides a deep dive into the historical origins of the Bill of Rights and the complex political implications of using presidential pardons to uncover the truth in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Jenna examines the difficult balance between seeking transparency for the public and achieving justice for more than 1,200 victims.00:00 The Jeffrey Epstein Case02:20 Maxwell's Congressional Deposition07:18 Context Of Maxwell's Conviction08:24 History Of The Fifth Amendment13:40 Presidential Clemency And Pardons17:51 Justice And The National Interest
Jenna Lee is joined by cybersecurity and law enforcement expert Morgan Wright to discuss a potential breakthrough in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. This report covers the recovery of unexpected doorbell camera footage and explains how investigators are using pacemaker data to narrow the timeline of the case. Morgan provides an in-depth analysis of the suspect’s behavior and the sophisticated technology used to retrieve digital evidence.Timestamps00:00 Intro01:47 Nancy Guthrie Case Overview02:48 Pacemaker Data as Witness05:22 Doorbell Video Breakdown06:49 Timing of Footage Release12:20 Behavior and Abduction Theory16:41 Egress Analysis and Topography23:30 Guarding Investigative Information29:17 Probability of Survival33:50 Suspect Profile and Tradecraft44:21 Vetting Family and Cooperation53:53 Home Cybersecurity Best Practices57:43 The Gift of Fear01:00:21 Final AdviceMorgan Wright: Website & SubstackSUPPORT 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
Jenna discusses the mysterious kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie (and what we know about a ransom), updates on the Jeffrey Epstein case, and the Super Bowl interview with President Trump, addressing his stance on immigration enforcement, election security, and technological advancements like AI.00:00 Intro00:34 Community Job Market Success07:08 New Shop Merchandise Launch12:56 Weekly News Briefing Begins16:07 Super Bowl Highlights and Stories19:55 Olympic Safety Technology Advancements25:18 Savannah Guthrie Family Mystery32:54 Social Media Platform Lawsuits37:53 Epstein Files and Maxwell Update42:06 Justice System and Evidence Bar52:00 President Trump on Immigration57:57 Election Security and Common Ground59:32 Artificial Intelligence and Employment01:03:45 National Prestige and GlamourSUPPORT 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/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/Website: https://smarthernews.com/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews
"We weren't earning money so we had to have a job in the off season."From earning less money than a public school teacher his first season, to getting ready for games in nearby college classrooms, NFL Quarterback Bob Lee takes us on a short trip down memory lane to what the National Football League really was like 50 years ago in its infancy. A truly unique conversation with a SmartHER connection that may surprise you!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
Why is there such a clash over immigration enforcement in a America?With breaking news delivered by the Border Czar Wednesday morning, we decided to take a moment to step back to provide an explainer on sanctuary jurisdictions - and why the varying degrees of cooperation between law enforcement officers creates such a conflict. Plus ~ What the location of the Super Bowl has to do with it!00:00 Introduction: Connecting the Dots00:29 Sanctuary Cities Explained01:20 Super Bowl and Immigration Billboards05:31 Federalism and Immigration Law08:47 Sanctuary Policies in Practice12:45 Recent Developments in Minneapolis23:12 Conclusion: Reflecting on Liberty
Yes, it's true. SmartHER News founder and journalist Jenna Lee appears amongst the 3.5 million pieces of investigatory material related to the Jeffrey Epstein case. The why, and how tells us something about this story:00:00 Introduction and Groundhog Day Fun00:33 Government Shutdown and International News01:35 Weather Woes and PETA's Proposal06:52 Domestic News Highlights15:57 International Affairs and Key Updates21:36 Jeffrey Epstein Investigation Insights30:16 Reviewing Jeffrey Epstein's Past32:57 The 2018 Miami Herald Investigation33:26 New Federal Charges and Epstein's Death33:58 The Public's Questions and Conspiracies36:13 The Justice Department's Response42:37 Navigating the Epstein Files51:09 Personal Reflections and Broader Implications53:23 Concluding Thoughts and Future OutlookSUPPORT 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
Sec. Rubio testifies before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee for the first time - since the U.S. operation in Venezuela, and provides a behind the scenes perspective on one of the biggest stories of 2026.00:00 Introduction: Are We at War in Venezuela?00:09 Senate Foreign Relations Committee Hearing Highlights00:47 The Importance of the Hearing and Secretary Rubio's Role02:25 US Operations in Venezuela: Goals and Challenges03:22 Secretary Rubio's Explanation and Gangster's Paradise04:07 Economic Mechanism and US-Venezuela Relations06:43 Senator Murphy's Questions on Defining Success07:29 CIA Director's Meeting in Caracas and Embassy Plans10:59 Congressional Concerns: War Powers and Consultation18:06 Senator Duckworth's Perspective on Military Options21:17 Conclusion: What Does Winning Look Like?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/ 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
Jenna provides a comprehensive overview of the news events over the last 48 hours. This report covers the shooting of 37 year-old Alex Pretti, eyewitness accounts, federal and local government on-the-record comments, and public perception. Jenna discusses the importance of nonpartisan journalism in today's media environment.00:00 The biggest story in the nation.00:37 Details of the Minneapolis Shooting03:08 Government and Law Enforcement Response06:32 Eyewitness Accounts and Media Coverage17:25 Legal and Political Repercussions25:45 Statements from Officials and Family34:37 Outrage Over 35:02 Debate on Gun Possession and Law Enforcement36:30 Political Reactions and Investigations37:31 Media's Role in Reporting41:36 Federal vs. State Law Conflicts46:25 SmartHER News' Mission and challenges when confronting critique about being on "the right side of history" and picking a side.52:10 The Importance of Nonpartisan Journalism01:00:33 Concluding Thoughts and Viewer EngagementSUPPORT 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 Weekend Digest!Shop our gear! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/ Website: https://smarthernews.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews
Cheat sheet on the President's remarks at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland - from secret weapons to the American housing market.00:15 President Trump's Speech at Davos02:12 Secret Weapon in Venezuela05:08 Greenland: Strategic Importance08:41 US Military and Greenland "Acquisition"14:39 A potentially impactful announcement on the U.S. Real Estate Market21:51 SmartHER Travel to Greenland?
We mark one year of the Trump administration while we take stakes of the most significant solar radiation storms in more than 20 years! All the news you need to know - from the U.S. border to Minneapolis, Congress to Greenland.00:00 Introduction and Reflection on January 20th00:37 Understanding Geomagnetic Storms02:21 Reflecting on a Year of News05:52 The Ready First Combat Team Reunion - A special personal story.13:33 What's Congress up to? 16:50 Border Encounters and Immigration Policies19:54 Davos and the World Economic Forum22:06 Minneapolis and ICE Operations30:55 Questions About ICE and Law Enforcement Practices32:27 Understanding Probable Cause and Detention: Who can get arrested or detained by ICE?35:26 Debating ICE Statistics and Public Perception41:07 What to note about the Insurrection Act?46:56 Trump Administration's Greenland Ambitions57:46 Unexpected Stories from the Trump AdministrationSUPPORT 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 Weekend Digest!Shop our gear! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/ Website: https://smarthernews.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews
Space journalist Kristen Fisher from The Endless Void shares invaluable insights into the first ever medical evacuation from the International Space Station, taking place Wednesday evening. Kristin also shares unique perspective as the daughter of two NASA astronauts (her mother made history as the first mom in space!).00:00 Historic Space Event00:54 Introducing Space Journalist Kristen Fisher, founder "The Endless Void Studios" and YouTube channel.02:44 Breaking Down the Medical Evacuation05:55 NASA's Press Conference and Speculations09:18 Astronaut Health and Spacewalk Preparations22:50 The Risks of Space Travel and Reentry35:15 Astronauts' Return to Earth36:48 Family and Career Reflections39:26 Life in Space and UFOs43:58 Artemis Mission and Lunar Exploration53:48 Personal Reflections on Journalism01:06:22 Concluding Thoughts and Future ProjectsFollow Kristin's work: on YouTube, on X, on Instagram
The SCOOP on what you need to know:A potential 'jobs recession,' the largest nursing strike in New York City history, and an unprecedented criminal investigation into the Federal Reserve ~ and the latest on a controversial investigation into the ICE shooting in Minneapolis.The intensifying protests in Iran, significant U.S. actions in Venezuela, and the potential geopolitical implications of Greenland. Plus ~ the first EVER emergency medical evacuation from the International Space Station. 00:00 News & Facts02:45 The jobs data: the toughest job market in non-recession years since 2003.07:08 Historic Nursing Strike in New York City09:34 Federal Reserve Under Investigation15:24 Minneapolis Shooting and Federal Law Enforcement29:23 Wall Street Journal's Perspective on the ICE Shooting (BTW - Here's the link to the editorial).31:45 The Complexity of Legal and Ethical Issues35:59 A historic drop in Iran's currency coincides with protests.44:09 Did you know about Venezuela's connection to ... Venice?47:44 The world's largest island: Greenland.49:50 A historic medical evacuation from the International Space Station52:11 Conclusion and Upcoming EventsLove 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
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Mindy Pelz02:33 The Inspiration Behind 'Age Like a Girl'03:30 Understanding Women's Brain Rewiring05:26 The Role of Leadership in Menopause10:32 Dr. Pelz's Journey into Women's Health18:34 Hormone Replacement Therapy Discussion23:02 Lifestyle Changes for Better Health28:05 Understanding Dopamine and Novelty28:39 The Role of Serotonin and Simple Solutions29:43 Redefining Exercise for Mental Health32:28 Oxytocin and Emotional Connections38:33 Navigating Hormonal Changes and Self-Trust43:53 The Power of Storytelling for Mental Health47:34 Personal Resilience Amidst Wildfires52:26 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSUPPORT 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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