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. would be in contact with its "partners in the region." 0:00 The origin of Mother’s Day. 3:00: The $75,000 ticket to “fashion’s biggest night.” 9:00: The latest on the job market, Congress, Russia and beyond. 12:00: A bombing at China’s embassy i ..read more

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 flu in dairy cows and the impact on the American milk supply. 25:00: An update on the war between Israel and Hamas and a potential opening in hostage negotiations. 30:00: What’s different about the 1960s and today’s college protests related to Israel ..read more

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 and why it matters. 18:00: What’s going on at Columbia University. 25:00: Fmr. President Donald Trump’s big cases to watch. 32:00: A reminder about how our previous elections were so close. 38:00: Why is the U.S. military leaving Niger and what does t ..read more

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 112th year since the ship’s sinking and loss of more than 1,500 lives.   9:00: The lesson we can learn from Titanic survivors.   11:00: A review of Iran’s historic attack on Israel.   17:00: What’s notable about the press coverage ..read more

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.   Both presidential candidates provide new insight into their priorities:   Former President Trump announces his perspective on abortion law (deferring to the states).   President Biden releases a new plan for “student debt relief ..read more

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 guest, Emily Calandrelli also know as The Space Gal. Inspired by her father's perseverance, Emily entered the STEM field for practical reasons and now ignites people's curiosity with her infectious passion for science. The Space Gal gives us the scoop ..read more

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 this quick SmartHER Take. Thoughts? Hello@SmartHERNews.com Consider supporting our quick, concise, nonpartisan news through becoming an insider or shopping in our SmartHER Shop. AP STYLEBOOK ..read more

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 and deniers). . 2:00: The Easter Egg Roll - a dash of history and a White House pet. . 5:30: Why D.C. is "quiet" this week. Lawmakers on "Spring Break" - working in their districts while questions linger about loose ends on foreign aid. . &nb ..read more

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 meet certain qualifications specific to each state. In several states, one of those qualifications is having a running mate. With so much media clutter, we thought providing access to this news story would be helpful. Let us know what you w ..read more

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." 15:00: What's actually happening at the U.S. borders – NEW DATA. 20:00: The Chief of Border Patrol on what's actually happening to his team on the southwest border and why he is concerned about it. 22:00: What is actual ..read more