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We have a look at your week ahead including:  ✓ 3:00: The combat war veteran at the center of fathers’ day ✓ 7:00: Lessons-learned from one of the the longest-running host of any game show. PLUS ~   ✓ 11:00 What we know about the recent Israeli hostage rescue.  ✓ 18:00: Did a journalist hide Israeli hostages? Hear from both sides. ✓ 20:00: Why the European Parliament elections matter. ✓ 25:00: What to know about a “blocked” contraception bill in the Senate.   ✓ 31:00: A Facebook post caused the judge overseeing the "hush money" trial of former President Trump to contact lawyers on Friday. What would trigger a mistrial? ✓ 34:00: Something to watch: How will this escalation play out? Ukraine now firing into Russian territory. ✓38:00: What was the original Father’s Day gift? If you’d like to help support SmartHER News’ mission of a free, independent, nonpartisan press – here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/  Instagram: Instagram.com/SmartHERNews  Website: SmartHERNews.com  YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/SmartHERNews Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

80 years have passed since the allied troops parachuted into enemy territory and stormed the beaches of Normandy. D-Day launched "Operation Overlord" ~ the campaign that would shift the tides of World War II, ultimately ending Hitler's reign in Europe, and changing America's story, and world history, forever. Join me on my travels through Normandy, France - to walk the ground where the historic D-Day invasion happened. Together, we visit key sites, revisit critical stories and encounter dynamic people who continue to preserve the story of D-Day and beyond for future generations. **also mispronunication alert - I referred to the French town of "Calais"~ The correct pronunciation is "ka-lay"** Below we provided time codes if you want to listen to this podcast in parts: 1. The Basics (0:00 to 30:00) -  What should every one know about D-Day and beyond?  We dig into some details, looking at maps and a timeline. PLUS ~ join me as we travel to Omaha and Utah, the two beaches where American troops landed on June 6th, 1944. AND ... hear the reflections of a historic female war correspondent. 2. Insight From Normandy (30:00:-50:00) - On the ground reporting helped me better understand the logistics and challenges of this historic invasion. Let's walk together through a German bunker with a historian and visit a famous war-time trench on French farmland made famous by "Band of Brothers." 3. Chance Encounters (50:00-1:20) - Meet David and learn how he honors his grandfather, who landed on Utah Beach. See the church where a special tribute literally hangs from the arches. Meet Michele and learn how a twist of fate in the form of a lost canteen shaped his life's work and the historic preservation of D-Day relics. 4. Reporter's Notebook (1:20:00-end) - A moment for reflection: I sift through some of the conflicting emotions from the trip - the thrill of seeing such beautiful tributes to honor those who made such a sacrifice, while wondering why America doesn't honor D-Day with more passion here at home; and the juxtaposition of commemorating an important moment in time, and capitalizing on it. Keep SmartHER News ad-free and independent – shop in our SmartHER Shop, leave a tip, or join us for LIVE broadcasts while receiving our exclusive Monday "cheat sheet" email by becoming a part of SCOOP: Become an insider!  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

From the backyard of an 18th century barn, Jenna shares initial reflections of her travels to Normandy, France to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Plus ~ Perspective on how the past intersects with our present headlines. ~ P.S. Save the date for a special LIVE event on SCOOP ~ Thursday, June 6th, 2024. . Keep SmartHER News ad-free and independent – join us for LIVE events, receive our exclusive Monday "cheat sheet" email, or simply show your support through becoming a part of SCOOP: Become an insider!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

"It's hard to find a worse person than Raisi, to put it bluntly," recalls writer and war correspondent Hollie McKay who joins us to discuss the role of Iran's President Raisi and what his sudden death means for the future - of not only Iran but the Middle East. Hollie spent several weeks traveling in Iran in 2017 and shares some invaluable insight on the Iranian people ~ PLUS: How she noticed she was being followed...and an interesting anecdote on her trip home. 0:00: A quick reminder about Memorial Day 2:00: What a lost shoe taught us about the news. 5:00: The death of President Raisi - Iran's president and believed successor to the Supreme Leader. 7:30: Hollie McKay joins us with insight and perspective. 35:00: What to know about potential arrest warrnats from the International Criminal Court for top leaders of Hamas and Israel. 38:00: Latest on Capitol Hill before a district breather. 41:00: Presidential debates break with tradition and why this matters. 47:00: A new record holder: the oldest man in space fufills a mission several decades in the making. Keep SmartHER News ad-free and independent - join us on SCOOP: Become an insider! A few notes: 📝 Interview with the head of Commission on Presidential Debates Hollie McKay: Her latest work and her website  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On the seven-month anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attack, Jenna takes you behind the security lines in New York City to a historic exhibit that uses real-life artifacts from the Nova Music Festival site from victims and survivors ~ an exhibit absent of politics that brings us back to what happened and why it matters. Plus ~ 0:00 What’s up with these electromagnetic storms? 4:00: Why listening to the news with your children is problematic – a funny, real life story. 8:00: A pivotal moment in the New York trial of former President Trump and why it matters. 15:00: The report from U.S. State Department that stoked further questions about America’s relationship with Israel. Plus ~ what it said about Hamas. 26:00 A special report: The exhibit that everyone should see, regardless of politics, region, or religion. Here’s a clip promised in the report – unlisted on YouTube: If you’d like to help support SmartHER News’ mission of a free, independent, nonpartisan press – here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/ Instagram Website: SmartHERNews.com YouTube ChannelSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

 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 in 1999 returns to the news. 18:00 Queen Rania of Jordan comments on Gaza – a perspective on the Middle East. 24:00 Prime Minister Netanyahu on Holocaust Remembrance Day – a perspective from Israel. 30:00 Something to consider on the college protests – new reporting and reflections. 47:00 Kate’s question on “backyard birds”! What would you like more of from SmartHER News? We look forward to hearing your thoughts or your news questions: scoop@SmartHERNews.com Thank you for your continued support of SCOOP! If you're listening for the first time, consider joining us LIVE and supporting a free press, checking out our SmartHER Shop or simply telling a friend about SmartHERNews.com Wife of convicted terrorist Sami Al-Arian was hanging out at Columbia encampment before dramatic raid The night the US bombed a Chinese embassy New Mutations Identified in Bird Flu Virus    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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? 34:00: How big are these campus protests and who supports the protestors? 37:00: We dive deep into Lucy’s question on Title IX. * I described Title IX related to athletics but it is important to note that Title IX is broader than that … and prohibits sex-based discrimination, including harassment and violence in programs at public schools and private K-12 schools, colleges and universities that accept federal funding. 44:00: How does this new additional policy clarification address transgender athletes. 47:00: Answering your questions! Show Notes: Professor Stephen Mintz: From Draft Cards to Hashtags FDA Update on cow’s milk: Updates on Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) More on the Enhanced Fujita scale: Pioneering research by late UChicago scholar Ted Fujita saved thousands of lives Thank you for your continued support of SCOOP! If you're listening for the first time, consider joining us LIVE and supporting a free press, checking out our SmartHER Shop or simply telling a friend about SmartHERNews.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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 this tell us about the state of play in Africa? 43:00: We take your questions live! What would you like more of from SmartHER News? We look forward to hearing your thoughts or your news questions: scoop@SmartHERNews.com Thank you for your continued support of SCOOP! If you're listening for the first time, consider joining us LIVE and supporting a free press, checking out our SmartHER Shop or simply telling a friend about SmartHERNews.com        Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Did Israel attack Iran from inside Iranian territory? Why did Iran choose NOW to attack Israel? What does Iranian graffiti tell us about the state of the nation? How should we differentiate between the Islamic government of Iran and the Iranian people? All questions we tackle with Senior Fellow at the Foundation For Defense of Democracies, Behnam Ben Taleblu who warns: “What we see in the Middle East, is not going to be limited to the Middle East.” Notice an ad-free podcast? Consider shopping in our SmartHER Shop or joining SCOOP for the price of a cup of coffee once a month!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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 of the attack.   18:00: How your money is being spent: A snapshot of what’s happening in Congress.   23:00: What your elected leaders are saying about the state of affairs – the difference of topic and tone.   27:00: An interesting historic fact to consider as we summarize what exactly happened with Sec. Mayorkas’ impeachment.   31:00: We have new numbers on the state of the U.S. borders.   33:00: Why we can’t watch former President Trump’s historic trial in New York: The editorial quandary of the former President’s first criminal trial to start in earnest. What do you think is the best way forward?   45:00: Quick soundbite from a Titanic survivor.   CONSIDER BECOMING AN INSIDER AND JOINING SCOOP ~ A terrific way to support a free press! SHOW NOTES: IMPORTANT CONTEXT: I said "Israel is a nuclear country." I should have added "reportedly," as Israel has not officially confirmed or denied nuclear weapons. For years it has widely been reported that Israel has nuclear technology. The source I often use, and did in this piece, shows the commonly referenced number of nuclear weapons assigned to countries like Israel, America, Russia, etc.:  Arms Control Association   Another interesting read: Do Israel and Iran Have Nuclear Weapons? It's Complicated   Walter Lord’s account of  The Titanic: "A Night To Remember"  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy