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Three data points help us breakdown three of the week's biggest stories including a new investigative report on the Uvalde school shooting, new insight on how red flag laws apply (or not) in Illinois, and why economists waver on the direction of the U.S. economy as we get new jobs data. Plus ~ three stories to watch in the week ahead and why optimism may be just as good for you as exercise!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Did Betsy Ross really sew the first American flag? In a fast-paced conversation with Lisa Moulder, director of the Betsy Ross House, we learn about an "ordinary woman" who navigated terrible loss, confronted potential treason, and fought near destitution with her weapon of choice: a needle and thread. Was Betsy THE ONE who sewed the first-ever American flag? Hear her incredible story and decide for yourself whether we should consider her a colorful part of American folklore or a true American legend.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A SmartHER take on the landmark abortion case decided by the Supreme Court. What to know. Why It Matters. What's Next & What To Watch. . Plus: A lingering question: Are you truly free? What or who defines our liberty remains at the heart of this case and so many of our news stories. We don't avoid this topic - We drive through it and look forward to your thoughts.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Three of your most requested stories this week share a common thread - references, allegations or claims of "political stunts" in action! Whether that's warranted or not ... is up to you to decide! Plus - the context that matters. P.S. Our SmartHER Shop is back in action. Shop with "Heart15" for a 15% discount on our sweet patriotic items before July 4th! https://shop.smarthernews.com  Notes: Malcom Gladwell: The Tipping Point: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0316346624/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d President Biden proposes gas tax holiday: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2022/06/22/remarks-by-president-biden-on-gas-prices-and-putins-price-hike/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Moments before the President proposed a federal gas tax holiday, we spoke with a leading voice on American oil and gas, Patrick De Haan, Head of Petroleum Analysis at GasBuddy, on why gas prices are so high, what a federal gas tax holiday would potentially mean (or not) and why it all matters. Plus - Hear how high Patrick believes fuel prices may go this year. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We ask "What's next?" for three of our biggest stories in foreign policy, the U.S. economy and politics. What is "winning" in Ukraine? Why some believe higher inflation and gas prices are next. And a question about how, and if, American voters will change this election season. What do you think will define our next era? Something to consider: Co-president of Morgan Stanley Ted Pick recently said: "It's an extraordinary moment; we have our first pandemic in 100 years. We have our first invasion in Europe in 75 years. And we have our first inflation around the world in 40 years. When you look at the combination, the intersection of the pandemic, of the war, of the inflation, it signals paradigm shift, the end of 15 years of financial repression and the next era to come."Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The top stories of the week: inflation, immigration and the latest on the investigation into the school shooting in Uvalde. Plus we preview the House Select Committee's prime time hearing on the investigation into January 6th and then fast-forward 24-hours to what we learned. Your key takeaways and cheat sheet for the week!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Context for courage and our present news cycle. We mark the anniversary of D-Day while taking a quick survey of important stories overseas and here at home. A cheat-sheet for your week! BTW - How expensive do you think the most expensive gas costs in America? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Executive Director of ALERRT (a national leader in active shooter training), Pete Blair, Ph.D., on why training matters for both professional law enforcement and private citizens — and what it takes to stay safe.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

More than 20 stories claim to have inspired Memorial Day, so which one is the "right" one? We take a closer look at the holiday honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice and the remarkable journey to our shared traditions. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy