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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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Have we booked a ticket to âCrazytownâ???
Is it one-way?? Is it round-trip??
Let's hope for the latter as we count down the minutes til Election Day.
Weâre pulling back the curtain on the mediaâs role in calling races, the real process of election results, and how editorial choices get madeâeven in the face of a headline like âBaby-Biting President.â
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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2Zh_7fnOSW9BegOmkwOtgCHAPTERS:
00:00 Welcome to Mini Scoop
00:04 Entering Crazytown: One-Way Ticket?
00:36 The Strange Editorial Calls of Election Season
01:35 Searching for Sweet News Amidst Chaos
02:10 The Halloween Party Headline Twist
03:39 A No-Win Situation: Editorial Decisions
04:05 How the Election Results are Called
04:59 When Will We Know the Election Results?
05:25 Why Results Are Never Final on Election Day
07:29 Mediaâs Role in Projecting Election Winners
08:44 My Election Night Experience at Fox News
09:50 Behind the Scenes on Election Night Calls
12:02 Watching AP for Trusted Results on Election Night
13:03 Preparing for Delayed Election Results
14:03 Observing a Return to Key Election Issues
15:08 Reflecting on Polls and Election Drivers
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What to know.
What to watch.
How it works.
Plus ~ the "paths to victory" for both candidates on voting day 2024.All you need to know in one conversation with the co-founder of Real Clear Politics, Tom Bevan. Hear the backstory to the industry leading Real Clear Politics Polling Average and what to watch for (and why it matters) on election night.
Thank you for your support of nonpartisan, independent SmartHER News
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Realclearpolitics.com
General Presidential Election: Real Clear Politics Polling Average
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â 3:00: A Capitol Hill Ghost Story.â 8:00: An Important Halloween Headâs Up.
â 10:00: 3 Foreign Policy Stories to Know... first up, Israel and Iran.â 12:00: Russia and Ukraine. And why North Korea has entered the conversation.
â 14:00: Islamic terrorist groups in Africa.
â 16:00: We switch gears to domestic politics.
â 18:00: Swing states, strategic media and more.â 20:00: Former Pres. Trump appears on Joe Roganâs podcast.
â 26:00: We listen to the primary sources to dig deeper on a viral moment in this weekâs news.
â 33:00: How will mudslinging land with voters?
â 37:00: Will VP Kamala Harris appear on Joe Roganâs podcast?
â 38:00: Some industry insight on strategic communication.
â 42:00: RealClearPolitics and polling.
â 43:00: We hear from RealClear Politicsâ founder, Tom Bevan on the one story the media is missing.
â 46:00: Presidential endorsements by major newspapers.
â 51:00: The trend.
â 53:00: A statement from the publisher of The Washington Post.â 56:00: We hear from Robert Kagan, who just resigned from The Washington Post's editorial board.
â 1:00:00: Why a free press matters.
SHOW NOTES
âThe Speakerâs Lobby: Ghosts of the Republicâ (Fox News)
âIsrael Attacks Iranian Military Targetsâ (SmartHER News)
âSec. Defense: âThere is evidence there are DPRK troops in Russia.ââ (SmartHER News)RealClearPolitics
2020 General Election Editorial Endorsements by Major Newspapers (UC Santa Barbara's The American Presidency Project)
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Two reports on former Pres. Trump dominate the airwaves - Should they? What to consider in the march to election day.
Plus the news you need to know for this week: "cuddle caps" (a hug limit at airports ruffles some lovers), notable trends in home sales and at the U.S. border, plus: $800 million+ in military aid promised to Ukraine (with a $50 billion loan).
Curious your thoughts on this report - email us: [email protected].
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00:00 The Cuddle Cap Controversy
03:09 Housing Market Woes
05:58 Border Encounters Decline
08:49 Military Aid to Ukraine
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â 2:00 A remarkable discovery went for 9 million dollars at auction ... a special reminder of the American story and our political process.
â 9:00: What to know about polls.
â 10:00: A heads up about the timing of election results.
â 12:00: Fear as a campaign strategy ... on both sides.
â 13:00: We hear from Democratic Political Strategist, David Plouffe.
â 16:00: We hear from a Senior Campaign Advisor for fmr. Pres. Trump, Jason Miller.
â 19:00: Of note, a media blitz.
â 21:00: What is so special about a sit-down interview?
â 25:00: Two soundbites from the 60 Minutes Interview with VP Kamala Harris.
â 36:00: Behind the scenes insight on editorial choices.
â 40:00: A viral moment from Fox News' live-to-tape interview between Brett Baier and VP Kamala Harris.â 43:00: Baier, the interviewer, responds with what he would have done differently.
â 48:00: Some insight on interviews and timing.
â 50:00: Considering the social media variable.
â 51:00: A PSA about this time in the election.
â 54:00: The moment veteran and Corporate Security Executive, Paul Whelan, who was recently released from a Russian prison, felt free.â 57:00: We bring it full circle ... Jenna explains her editorial decision producing this clip for you.
SHOW NOTES
60 Minutes' Statement
Kamala Harris makes the case in 60 Minutes interview for why she should be president
Watch Face The Nation Season 2024 Episode 40: 10/6: Face the Nation - Full show on CBSBret Baier reveals Trump was offered same interview style as Kamala Harris on âSpecial Reportâ | Fox News Video
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Five years ago, Justin James and his wife Amanda opened a shoe factory outside of Asheville, North Carolina - a realization of Justin's life-long dream to design and manufacture the "best sneaker made in America.â
In fact, their company, "Opie Way," was having its best year to-date ... until Hurricane Helene.
With raw candor, Justin walks us through the early days of entrepreneurship and the recent devastation brought by Helene that has tested not only his professional fortitude but his personal faith.This unique story of hope and grit highlights one manâs tenacity, the strength of North Carolinaâs unique business culture and community, and the undeniable resilience of the American spirit - a conversation truly made to connect 'sole' to soul.
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A GoFundMe set up for Justinâs family
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The raffle Justin mentions of âMade in Americaâ companies rallying to support Opie Way.
https://gofastcampers.com/pages/opie-way-sweepstakes
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If you could create a federal holiday ... what would it be and when would it be?
And what we learned from the maker of Fruit Loops about the company's ingredients here at home and abroad.
â 0:00 Some quick context on the history of federal holidays.
â 4:00 SpaceXâs Starship Rocket.
â 7:00 Space innovation and national security.
â 11:00 The recent arrest of an Afghan national for an alleged Election Day terror plot.
â 18:00 Battleground states and the Electoral College.
â 23:00 A new major meat recall by BrucePac affects many brands and many retailers.
â 27:00 Food safety and healthy eating in America.
â 29:00 We hear from Food Safety advocate,Vani Hari about food additives and Kelloggâs.
â 35:00 Kelloggâs response to SmartHER News.
â 41:00 California sets a trend on Red No. 3.
â 46:00 A heads up (quite literally): this weekâs Supermoon to be the biggest and brightest of the year. *A Hunter's Moon - not a Harvest moon (which is in September! My bad!)
SHOW NOTES
FAA clears SpaceX to resume Falcon 9 rocket launches (Space.com)
SpaceX with Historic First Returns Rocket to Launch Pad (SmartHER News)
FBI Makes Arrests in Alleged Election Day Terror Plot (SmartHER News)
2024 Presidential Election Interactive Map
As Harris Visits Detroit, Some Democrats See Ground To Be Made Up (The New York Times)
Major Meat Recall Impacts Products At Target, Walmart, Aldi, & More (SmartHER News)
FD&C Red No. 3 (FDA)
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How we name, measure and manage hurricanes.
Plus, a touching message from a sheriff in a hard-hit community inspires us to find meaning even in the darkest moments.
Join us as we explore the stories behind the storms and discuss the real-world impact of FEMA funding.
Stay curious and informed as we navigate through these turbulent times together!
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00:00 The Impact of Recent Storms
01:26 Understanding Storm Naming and History
04:11 Measuring Storms: The Saffir-Simpson Scale
06:55 Disaster Management and FEMA's Role
10:15 Funding Disaster Relief: Where Does the Money Go?
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â 2:00: Hurricane Milton.
â 5:00: We hear context on the storm from Dr. Brennan of the National Hurricane Center.
â 9:00: Hurricane Helene.
â 12:00: The effects of temporary spending bills, plus congressional spending. And a reminder that the entire House is up for re-election.
â 17:00: The term âOctober Surprise.â
â 22:00: A lot of activity on the campaign trail.
â 25:00: Marking this moment in time ... one year since the October 7th Terrorist Attacks in Israel.
â 27:00: The Nova Exhibition.â 32:00: We see an excerpt from a recent CBS Interview, where a journalist interviews archivists in both Israel and Gaza.
â 36:00: Context on the conflict in the Middle East.
â 40:00: U.S. Foreign aid spent in the region.
â 43:00: The challenges of reporting this story.
â 45:00: Breaking news on Hurricane Milton: Category 5 definition.
â 47:00: We hear from a member of the SmartHER News community about her experience during Hurricane Helene ... listen to Anny's story of hope.SHOW NOTES
National Hurricane Center - Atlantic on X
National Hurricane Center on YouTube
Nova Exhibition
âPreserving the stories of the Irsael-Gaza conflict through artâ (CBS News)
The Institute for National Security Studies (Tel Aviv University) â All-Fronts
The Institute for National Security Studies (Tel Aviv University) â War Data
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Wait.
FINLAND?
Why did both Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) and Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) agree that we should look at Finland as an example for gun laws and school safety?
We take a look at what we should know about Finland, it's gun laws and beyond.
Plus, Jenna shares the backstory on a reporting trip overseas where she explored how one of America's allies approaches this heated topic.
We hope you enjoy our miniSCOOP!
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Chapters:
00:00 The Vice Presidential Debate: A Moment of Humanity
02:52 Understanding Finland: A Case Study in Gun Laws
06:12 Cultural Context: Family, Community, and Happiness in Finland
08:59 Gun Ownership and Licensing in Finland
11:47 Comparative Analysis: School Security in Finland and Israel
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A few key takeaways from the one and only 2024 vice presidential debate between Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) & Senator JD Vance (R-Ohio). Did the American political system AND both tickets score points? Curious about your thoughts!
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