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Jun 21, 2023 • 38min

SmartHER Take: What Is The Fiscal Health In America?

A conversation with the President of the nonpartisan Committee For a Responsible Federal Budget, Maya MacGuineas.  We're basically spending more to finance the borrowing of the past than investments in the future." . Maya MacGuineas has led the bipartisan Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget for two decades, placing her center stage to confront BOTH political parties on their management of our nation's fiscal health. . Our SmartHER interview provides an insider's perspective on America's debt and why it matters - with a personal touch! (Listen for the big life event that happened on the same day that Maya got her job!) . A must-listen on a topic we all know, we should know more about ~ a brewing fiscal storm that has the potential to impact all of our lives for years (and generations) to come.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Jun 19, 2023 • 35min

SCOOP: The Howl of "Wolf Warrior" Diplomacy & The Museum of Clean

From a historic visit to China to household cleaning - we cover a smorgasbord of headlines for you on this holiday summer Monday.  . Here's how to get SCOOP delivered to your inbox! CLICK HERE   Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Jun 12, 2023 • 37min

SCOOP: Clarifying The Confusion Over Pres. Trump's Indictment

Fixed Audio First version uploaded HALF of SCOOP. We don't do half-servings :) We blame gremlins in the system. Onward! A closer look into the historic indictment of former President Trump and your questions answered on this latest legal chapter. Plus – a quick look at a few other headlines that could impact your wellbeing and wallet this week, including why you should beware of price tags (literally and figuratively). Keep SmartHER News ad-free and independent! Consider becoming an insider and receiving this report in video/text/audio delivered to your inbox every Monday! Get the SCOOP Your Rundown:  0:00 A quick note on news dropping on Fridays. 2:08 A personal story before diving into this week's news... Plus ~ What's happening with the U.S. economy. P.S. Stay tuned for an interview later this week on the fiscal health in America. 8:00 Overseas: Largest ever air-force “wargames” begin today, conducted by NATO, the world’s largest military alliance. And, more on a report about China setting up a spy base in Cuba. 9:55 A closer look at the historic indictment of former President Donald Trump 21:55 Taking your questions on the indictment of President Trump and what's next.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Jun 7, 2023 • 2min

Mini SCOOP: What's Going On With Student Loans? (2 minutes)

A quick answer to one of our top questions this week on student loans - specifically, what's part of the debt ceiling deal and what's not!  There are two separate and big programs that (potentially) have effected you or your friends/family on student loans. These plans also impact your money (as a taxpayer) even if you're not a borrower!  Here's a quick explanation as part of our weekly SCOOP. Keep your questions coming! hello@smartHERNews.com And consider becoming a contributor to SCOOP (you receive our exclusive weekly report in text, audio, video on what to know and why it matters!).  Watch This Report On YouTube: https://youtu.be/8LeuN0DkzRY Shop our SmartHER News Gear! Shop.SmartHERNews.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Jun 5, 2023 • 34min

SCOOP: A Miraculous Discovery ~ Plus The Latest On China-U.S. Tensions & Why It Matters.

0:00 Marking A Special SmartHER Milestone 4:00 Check out our SmartHER Partner this week: MicalaQuinn.com/SmartHERNews 8:00 The latest on jobs and why the Bank of America CEO anticipates recession early next year. 12:00: Student loan drama - the backstory on two separate initiatives and what one has to do with the debt ceiling and one has to do with the Supreme Court. 18:00: News from the Middle East and why to watch gas prices. 22:00: The latest drama between the U.S. and China; why the timing matters. 30:00: A truly miraculous discovery on mental health treatment. . Thank you for your amazing support of SCOOP and SmartHER News. If you would like to contribute to SmartHER News - Here's 2 ways to do so: our SmartHER Shop, and get our inside SCOOP! .  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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May 30, 2023 • 38min

SCOOP: A Special LIVE Report: Deal or No Deal?

Plus: When Do You Stop Feeling Young?  A special LIVE SCOOP on Tuesday to give us a foundation for the week ahead that includes a face-off over the debt ceiling in Congress.  0:00 A special birthday message 5:00 When do you stop feeling young? When do you start feeling old? https://www.wsj.com/articles/millennials-turning-40-feeling-old-1df2c83b 9:00 A quick update on presidential politics 11:00 How did the debt ceiling deadline get changed? 16:00 The latest on the debt ceiling deal and why some don't like it. What the pandemic has to do with it. 27:00 The fall-out over Target's latest controversey. 33:00 A touch on the latest on Russia's reported attacks in Moscow Consider becoming a contributor to SmartHER News and help keep this report ad-free! Join us here! https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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May 22, 2023 • 35min

SCOOP: Do The Politics of the Moment Honor the Sacrifice of the Past?

0:00: The month of MAY! Why people dread it (and why we use to love it).   04:00:  The fascinating history of Memorial Day.   12:00: The debt ceiing debate. What to know.   16:00: Do the theatrics of this debate meet the threat? What's a "win" for Democrats and Republicans?   18:00: Something to consider: Recession in 2024.   20:00: Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) enters the presidential race.   24:00: What Tim Scott says he will do Day 1 as President.   28:00: What to know about the Durham Report.   32:00: Would you pay $55 million for a trip to the International Space Station? . ENJOYING OUR PODCAST AD-FREE? Consider joining us as an official member of SCOOP by clicking HERE or checking our our shop HERE.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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May 15, 2023 • 31min

SCOOP: What's The Truth At the U.S. Border? Plus, a potentially lifesaving "peanut patch," history made at Mt. Everest and what really to consider about the debt ceiing.

  0:00: The thunder rolls on SCOOP! . 1:00: New study on the "peanut patch": Will this change deadly food allergies forever? . 4:00 Why Jenna falls into the category of an adult who doesn't know if they have an "allergy" or a "sensitivity" like 20% of Americans. . 6:00: History-made on Mt. Everest. . 8:00: Why Turkey's leadership matters. . 12:00: Lots of activity around Ukraine from new aid to questions about division between Russian forces. . 14:00: Two perspectives as to what's REALLY happening at the U.S. Southern Border? . 24:00: What to consider when you hear "debt ceiling."   28:00: First hearing of its kind on artificial intelligence this week on Capitol Hill.  . Thank you for your support of SmartHER News! Some show notes below. If you haven't done o yet, please sign up for SCOOP delivered to your inbox with our special report so you can read/watch along! Here's the link - Thank you for supporting a free press! SCOOP.SmartHERNews.com    Here's an interesting article on Mt. Everest records: https://apnews.com/article/mount-everest-record-sherpa-nepal-f8b77801e27b33ea4059f7ce52141e5f   The report about the Afghan national on the terrorist watchlist: https://ktxs.com/news/nation-world/afghan-national-on-fbis-terror-watchlist-arrested-at-us-southern-border-report-says-federal-bureau-investigation-mexico-immigration-biden-policy-jim-desmond-darrell-issa Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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May 8, 2023 • 35min

SCOOP: A New Chapter for U.S. Border; Plus, What Will It Take For America To Remain Strong?

Shout out to Matthew - listener of SCOOP! We would love to hear from you: Scoop@SmartHERNews.com . 2:00 A new chapter for the pandemic (Jenna's personal recalibration). . 6:00: A new chapter in tipping; are we spending too much post-pandemic? . 11:00: What to watch on the developing story out of Allen, Texas   14:30: What to consider about the term "gun violence." . 18:00 A New Chapter at the U.S. Southern Border - one policy goes away, and bipartisan concern rises about a surge of people at the southwest border. . 24:00 The difference between an asylum seeker and a refugee, and new "processing centers" that breaks with tradition . 31:00 Wise words from Warren Buffett about how America can remain strong.   If you're enjoying this podcast, we'd love you to join us as an insider! scoop.SmartHERNews.com   show notes: Tipping: https://www.wsj.com/articles/tipping-self-checkout-restaurants-airports-c3e09f7?mod=hp_lead_pos11   Pew Research: https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2023/04/26/what-the-data-says-about-gun-deaths-in-the-u-s/   Trading Partner Data: https://www.census.gov/foreign-trade/statistics/highlights/topcm.html   Pew Research: https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2023/04/26/what-the-data-says-about-gun-deaths-in-the-u-s/   refugee vs. aslyee status: https://www.dhs.gov/immigration-statistics/refugees-asylees#:~:text=An%20asylee%20is%20a%20person,at%20a%20port%20of%20entry.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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May 1, 2023 • 28min

SCOOP: Did You Know THIS? A Historic Month On Day 1

The first week of May brings with it a flurry of history-making news from one of the largest bank collapses in U.S. history, to a notable White House visit. Here's your rundown: 0:00 Welcome to May! 2:00: Traveling with children: a "trip" not a "vacation" (quick personal reflection) 4:00 Navy SEAL graduation: an insider perspective 6:00 The second largest bank collapse in U.S. history and why it matters. 13:00 A new era allows us to bank through a button, rather than through a banker, like George Bailey - Lessons from"It's A Wonderful Life" in the modern era.  18:00 A historic visity by the president of the Phillipines to the White House and the missing context that matters. 23:00 The real numbers of Chinese nationals at the Southern Border: https://www.cbp.gov/newsroom/stats/nationwide-encounters 25:00: Is the American press causing more division? What do you think? https://apnews.com/article/poll-misinformation-polarization-coronavirus-media-d56a25fd8dfd9abe1389b56d7e82b873 If you're enjoying this podcast, consider joining us as an insider and receive this into your inbox - support a free press but helping SmartHER News grow! https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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