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And where is RFK Jr.???
Jenna discusses the upcoming cabinet positions, focusing on the nominees for Attorney General and the head of the CIA.Takeaways:
The cabinet can have varying numbers of members, not fixed by the Constitution. There are no specific qualifications required for cabinet members. The post office was once a cabinet-level department until the 1970s.Chapters:
00:00 Quick Intro: Did you know this about the President's cabinet?
02:00 Contentious Hearings: Attorney General Nominee
05:04 The Role of the CIA and National Security
07:06 Write a letter this weekend! An ode to a former cabinet member ...
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The unexpectedly funny, and surprisingly bipartisan hearing of Sec. of State nominee, Senator Marco Rubio..
Takeaways
A key focus on China. The Arctic become an increasingly important area of discussion. Personal stories in politics. The stakes of war and peace vs. viral moments.Chapters
00:00 The Importance of the Secretary of State
02:26 Key Takeaways from the Hearing
05:06 Insights on Global Engagement and Leadership
07:00: Greenland or bust?
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Summary
President-elect Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, appears before the Senate Armed Services Committee. Hegseth, a veteran, author and former Fox News host, faced tough questions on his personal and professional record.
Jenna breaks down the three key takeaways of this four-hour hearing.Takeaways
The Secretary of Defense is a historically significant role. The hearing revealed deep partisan divides in questioning. Hegseth's non-traditional background was acknowledged. Allegations against Hegseth became a focal point for Democrats. Republicans emphasized the militaryâs culture and Hegsethâs Christianity. Strategic questions about national security were largely overlooked. The confirmation process is likely to follow party lines.00:00 The Importance of the Secretary of Defense - Did you know it was known as the Secretary of War?
02:28 Hearing Highlights: Party Lines and Allegations
05:57 - Character and Culture in Military Leadership
07:43 - Oversights in the Hearing
8:59 - Next Steps for Pete Hegseth's Nomination
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â 2:00: Is it a full moon?
â 3:00: An important caveat about timing in this weekâs news cycle.
â 5:00: Ceasefire talks happening in the Middle East.
â 7:00: The Jobs Report.
â 10:00: How does a surge at the border impact the labor market?
â 15:00: Pres.-Elect Trumpâs recent sentencing and why it matters.
â 24:00: A quick caveat on eggs, always a lightning-rod topic for SmartHER News.
â 27:00: The wildfires in California.
â 31:00: Some context on fire retardant drops.
â 33:00: This group fighting the wildfires may surprise you.
â 36:00: The entanglement between nature and development.
SHOW NOTES
âDecember Jobs Report: âSurprisingly Strongââ (SmartHER News)
âHow Immigration Remade the U.S. Labor Forceâ (The Wall Street Journal)
"Deadly California Wildfires Continue" (SmartHER News)
âL.A. Will Keep Having Catastrophic Fires No Matter Who You Blame | Opinionâ (Newsweek)
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Your Top 5 News Stories To Watch In 2025:
1:03: Are we seeing a generational shift in the Middle East?
Who will lead Syria and how does this change relationships all over the globe?4:45: What does the border look like under a new Trump administration?
Highlights from a new annual report from Immigration and Customs Enforcement.9:00: What does MAHA (Make America Healthy Again) look like in action at a government level?
Will Medicare and Medicaid cover semaglutide injections?
14:30: Do we have the next showdown over abortion law in America in the works?
A Texas case vs. a New York doctor pulls new abortion law back into the spotlight.
19:30: What new political identities will emerge?
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Show Notes:* This was recorded before the recent events in New Orleans and Las Vegas
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We first published this interview in 2023 ~ celebrating 200 years of this popular poem's first, mysterious, appearance. We thought in this busy news year, you might appreciate some more insight on this holiday legend!
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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 mystery over who precisely penned this famous Christmas poem swirled for years, the impact of the lyrical writing remains undeniable. Historian and author Pamela Mccoll spent ten years researching the poem's origins and global impact, documenting her findings in her book, "Twas the Night: The Art and History of the Classic Christmas Poem." Pam joins us to share incredible insight about the curious origins of the poem (including the party-filled streets of New York City) and why she believes it has such incredible lasting power.
A link to the poem: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/43171/a-visit-from-st-nicholas
A link to Pamela's book in the SmartHER Amazon storefront: Twas the Night: The Art and History of the Classic Christmas Poem
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â 1:00: The imagery of doves as a symbol for peace.
â 3:00: A quick, fun anecdote about a camel and our nationâs first president.
â 5:00: Monday's breaking news: a school shooting in Wisconsin.
â 11:00: Why details matter and what weâre watching for next.
â 19:00: A key takeaway that needs more attention on how exactly âTargeted violence is preventable.â
â 23:00: A story gaining speed: Will the government shutdown?
â 29:00: The next generation of Democratic party leaders.
â 31:00: Whatâs up with these drones? Plus, important context: the question about mysterious drones pre-dates this recent news cycle.
â 34:00: Who is responsible for taking the lead?
â 39:00: Trust ... and how has the relationship between the people and those elected changed in recent years?
â 41:00: NY Judge Upholds Pres-Elect Trumpâs Conviction in âHush Moneyâ Case.
â 43:00: A settlement between Pres. Trumpâs team and ABC News.
â 47:00: The Travis Manion Foundation ... âIf not me, then who?â Jenna ends today's broadcast sharing a special message from a remarkable speech.
SHOW NOTES
Developing: Shooting at Wisconsin Christian School (SmartHER News)
Gun Violence Archive
Clock Ticks As Government Shutdown Looms (SmartHER News)
Federal Agencies Respond to Drone Sightings on East Coast (SmartHER News)
NY Judge Upholds Pres-Elect Trumpâs Conviction in âHush Moneyâ Case (SmartHER News)
Travis Manion Foundation
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An interview from our holiday vault! Be charmed by now 93-year-old Mrs. Koch - the "Chief Elf" of one Santa Claus, Indiana.
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Have you heard of Santa Claus, Indiana?
Founded in 1856, this town serves as one of the main destinations for "Dear Santa" letters from all over the world.
And this happened, in many ways, because one family took the reins (no reindeer jokes ... yet).
Meet 92-year-old Mrs. Koch (pronounced "Cook"). She holds many titles â including Santa's daughter, Chief Elf, and founder of the Santa Claus Museum â preserving the stories of the past that she now shares with us, including:
How Santa Claus, IN got its name How a WW1 veteran became Santa's best helper How the team receives and responds to tens of thousands of letters mailed from around the world.A perfect news break for anyone who needs a little Christmas spirit â or has some to spare! We hope this interview leaves you with one thought this season ... "Believe!"
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â 2:00: The Manhattan Murder Mystery: Why is a McDonaldâs in Pennsylvania making national news?
â 7:00: We shift to an important international story. The fall of a 50-year regime in Syria.
â 9:00: Why Syriaâs geographic position matters.
â 12:00: War Correspondent Hollie McKay joins us to discuss her previous experiences in Syria.
â 14:00: Hollieâs take on this important interntional story.
â 18:00: What we need to know about the rebel groups in Syria.
â 22:00: What's happening in Syria, and why are U.S. troops there?
â 27:00: A clip from âFace the Nationâ ... what is HTS and who is its leader?
â 36:00: Your questions ... answered.
â 38:00: Hollie sheds light on what the news landscape of this story looks like abroad.
â 44:00: Where is Austin Tice? We hear from the mother of a journalist assumed to be imprisoned in Syria.
â 48:00: The Manhattan Murder Mystery: Has there been a break in the case?
â 55:00: Pres-Elect Trump sat down for his first interview since winning the election. Jenna intentionally reports on a few important soundbites.
â 1:13:00: The Manhattan Murder Mystery: The NYPD Police Commissioner goes on the record.
SHOW NOTES
âDeveloping: Upheaval in Syriaâ (SmartHER News)
Dispatches with Hollie McKay
Pres. Elect Trump's Full Interview on "Meet the Press" (NBC News)
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Does the rule of law work in America?
Two stories this week highlight this question in unique ways: the pardon of the President's son, Hunter Biden & the murder of the UnitedHealthcare CEO.
We take a closer at this developing criminal investigation: the healthcare industry & the clues of the crime itself.
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Plus ~ "Brain Rot"
â 2:00: Did Thoreau foreshadow doom-scrolling?â 6:00: âtis the season for presidential pardons.
â 7:00: A PSA on these âhistoricâ times.
â 9:00: An underreported detail when it comes to Pres. Bidenâs son Hunter legal troubles.
â 12:00: The cases. And a couple caveats.
â 15:00: Letâs dig into pardons.
â 23:00: âA full and unconditional pardonâ and why that language matters.
â 29:00: Can a president pardon themselves? And what Jennaâs curious about.
â 31:00: #ICYMI ... We shift gears to the cases against Pres. Elect Trump.
â 35:00: Pres. Trumpâs clemency record compared to other modern Presidents, including Pres. Biden.
â 36:00: Jenna takes questions from the LIVE audience.
â 41:00: Barbara asks about breaking news interruptions, and Jenna provides some professional insight based on her experience.
â 48:00: What the networks might be thinking.
â 52:00: Why does the president have the power to pardon?
â 54:00: Jenna reflects on the Hunter Biden laptop story.
â 58:00: We leave you with one pardon from 50 years ago that got a lot of news.
SHOW NOTES
âStatement from President Joe Bidenâ
âPresident Biden Pardons Son Hunterâ (SmartHER News)
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Inspired by the those who turned to us post-election and shared that relationships have become frayed or severed by the current political environment.
So we decided to present a possible solution ... just in time for Thanksgiving: We called a family meeting.
In the first annual SmartHER News Family Meeting, we address the tough topics head on - taking your questions on president-elect Trump and crime, abortion, gay marriage and beyond - carefully dissecting the issues at play so you can see the news clearly.
We report about what to know, why it matters and share some needed insight about the different angles to these hot-button issues.
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â 2:00: Why a Family Meeting?
â 3:00: A solution in news.
â 6:00: A quick disclaimer â tough topics for young ears.
â 8:00: Breaking news re: Pres-Elect Trumpâs Cabinet and insight into our editorial choices at SmartHER News.
â 14:00: Navigating the nuances of family dynamics and political conversations.
â 23:00: Context on Pres-Elect Trump and sexual assault allegations.
â 30:00: Is Pres-Elect Trump a felon? For now yes, but ...
â 37:00: Abortion and Womenâs Healthcare: Executive Action, Supreme Court Decisions, Statesâ Rights, Miscarriages and Gestational Care.
â 1:06:00: What is the Comstock Act; why are we talking about it now?
â 1:15:00: Constituional Rights. Your concerns regarding changes to Marriage Equality and Gay Marriage.
â 1:30:00: Checks and balances.
â 1:31:00: The gift of historical context, marking an important anniversary this week.
SHOW NOTES
âWhy Infant Deaths and Abortions Are Both Rising After Roeâs Reversalâ (Bloomberg)
Many OBGYNs in States With Abortion Bans or Restrictions Report Constraints on Miscarriage Care and Concern About Legal Risk (KKP)âGettysburg Addressâ (SmartHER News)
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The news you need to know for the week ahead:
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â 1:00: What we're watching: G20 sideline convos and Congressional Hearings.
â 5:00: #ICYMI Aliens.
â 11:00: UAP = Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena.
â 12:00: Looking ahead ... funding the federal government.
â 13:00: Pres-Elect Trumpâs team and why weâre not covering it, yet.
â 15:00: Three things to keep in mind about Cabinet Nominees ... and how big is the Federal government?
â 21:00: Context on the Senate confirmation process.
â 24:00: China. Meetings at the G20 and a possible diplomatic role in the Russia-Ukraine War.
â 27:00: Developing story ... the Russia-Ukraine War.
â 31:00: What's happening with mortgage rates?
â 35:00: Who is the next star player in the Democratic Party? The Republican Party?
â 39:00: Pres. Elect Trumpâs âHush Money Trialâ in NY. And quick updates on his other cases.
â 42:00: The heartfelt story behind a historic watch ... and why we're talking about it now.
â 49:00: Save the Date for our first Family Meeting!
SHOW NOTES
âTracking Trumpâs Cabinet and Staff Nominationsâ (New York Times)
âAre Mortgage Rates Going Down Since The Fed Lowered Rates? Addressing Client Misconceptionsâ (Forbes)
"History-making Sale of Watch Given to âTitanic Heroââ (SmartHER News)
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Heterodoxy becomes the word of the moment! We break down what it means and why it matters.
And ~ Why is the media in focus for its intersection with American politics? We provide an example of "media bias" and break down the difference between "independent" journalism and nonpartisan. Plus ~ one final super moon to howl at in 2024. If youâd like to help support SmartHER Newsâ mission of a free, independent, nonpartisan press â hereâs how you can become a SCOOP insider.
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Here's the SCOOP on this week's news:
â 2:00: Veterans Day.
â 5:00: The history of the holiday ... and honoring something bigger.
â 10:00: Election Results takeaways.
â 11:00: Are the exit polls correct, and do they reflect America overall?
â 12:00: Republican momentum.
â 14:00: We do not have certified results.
â 15:00: Context re: number of voters in 2020 vs. 2024.
â 16:00: The double dis-likers.
â 18:00: Who will lead in Congress?
â 19:00: Who will join Pres-Elect Trumpâs team? Names we know thus far ... Susie Wiles, Rep. Stefanik, and Tom Homan.
â 24:00: A soundbite from Tom Homan, Pres-Elect Trumpâs newly appointed âborder czar.â
â 27:00: You ask, âWhy are we using the term âczarâ?â
â 29:00: We shift our focus overseas.
â 30:00: What's happening in Israel?
â 32:00: Whatâs happening in Qatar (and Hamas)?
â 33:00: Whatâs happening in Ukraine (and Russia)?
â 36:00: The outstanding criminal cases against Pres-Elect Trump ... a look at a few hypotheticals.
â 45:00: The latest on the search for Amelia Earhartâs plane.
SHOW NOTES
An Adventurer Thought He Found Amelia Earhartâs Plane. Now He Says It Was a Rock. (The Wall Street Journal)
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A fun, free-flowing conversation wtih writer, podcaster, and political commentator Mary Katharine Ham on what Democrats and Republicans can learn from the election of 2024. Will the result of this election shake the political foundation of either party?
Plus, your questions and thoughts on the media's role in the current state of affairs.
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A look at the results, the illusive politicial process and (traditional) next steps.
Plus: Early indications and pontifications on what motivated voters.
Quick Reminder: We have selected a new set of "employees" in this election cycle. What is your dream for America?
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As the "lede" in America's story, how will you write this next chapter?
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â 1:00: Defining the media landscape.
â 3:00: The next chapter in Americaâs story.
â 5:00: What do you think happened last night, and what is the media missing?
â 7:00: The results.
â 13:00: In some states, a recount can happen if a candidate requests it.
â 14:00: Election night indications and when we might hear from VP Harris' campaign.
â 20:00: The Senate and the House.
â 23:00: You, the nonpartisan news community.
â 25:00: Leaving room for the unexpected.
â 26:00: Themes ... recession, revenge, retribution and recalibration.
â 38:00: Why the way the media talks about voters doesnât feel good.
â 41:00: The American culture. The Media elite. And lessons we might learn from Election Night.
â 45:00: Discipline cuts both ways ... an excerpt from Jennaâs essay to our SCOOP Insiders.
â 49:00: A soundbite from Pres.-Elect Trumpâs acceptance speech.
â 51:00: Breaking news regarding VP Harris.
â 53:00: What happens next with the cases vs. Pres.-Elect Trump?
â 58:00: Your final questions.
â 1:07:00: What are your thoughts on the comments from Charlemagne?
â 1:10:00: Finish this sentence: "My dream for America is ..."
SHOW NOTES
Scott Jennings: Trump Victory An Indictment Of The Political Information Complex, The Stories Portrayed By Media Were Not True (RealClearPolitics)
Hereâs why growing numbers of U.S. Hispanics voted for Trump, and helped him win | Opinion (Miami-Herald)Thoughts, Ruminations, & Reflections: Before The Election of 2024 (by Jenna Lee, SmartHER News)
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Former Pres. Trump wins North Carolina while questions remain about the picture emerging from Election Day. A quick summary of the major themes surfacing so far and what to watch for next! Plus ~ What George Washington wrote to his nephew that caught our attention (and a warning from John Adams).
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Our SmartHER 8 p.m. central broadcast on Election Night 2024.
We set the table for the night ahead as polls close and results roll in: What to watch. Why it matters. And an easy way to understand, explain and remember the Electoral College.
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â 0:00: Intro.
â 2:00: What does âdown ballotâ mean?
â 4:00: Fridayâs Jobs Report.
â 7:00: How many times did the word âelectionâ come up in Earnings calls?
â 10:00: What happens if there is an Electoral tie?
â 13:00: We surveyed the SmartHER News community, asking âWho are you voting for ... and why?â Jenna's 3 Takeaways.
â 20:00: Paths to victory.
â 23:00: Tonya asks about Early Voting trends.
â 29:00: Kate asks about how the Electoral College works.
â 36:00: Katherine and Aubrey ask about Election Fraud and Election Integrity.
â 40:00: Election Fraud.
â 43:00: Election Integrity.
â 48:00: We could get results Election Night.
â 49:00: Gina and Sarah bring up third-party candidates.
â 53:00: Steph asks about presidential power, specifically tariffs.
â 57:00: A race to do math on Election Night.
â 58:00: Amy asks about Pres. Biden and the erasing of student loan debt.
â 1:01:00: What does âmargin of error meanâ when it comes to polling?
â 1:02:00: Patty asks a question about military ballots.â 1:03:00: Some final thoughts from Jenna on "balance."
SHOW NOTES
October Jobs Report Impacted By Hurricanes; Labor Strike (SmartHER News)
âCompanies brace for Tuesday: Mentions of election surge on earnings conference callsâ (CNBC)
Election 2024: What To Know & What To Watch (SmartHER News Interview with Tom Bevans of RealClearPolitics)
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