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QUICK HIT: A Reporter's Notebook On This Week's Bombshell National Security Scoop Mar 26, 2025

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A reporter's notebook on the latest story from The Atlantic by Jeffrey Goldberg, who describes finding himself on a text string belonging to some of America's most powerful leaders as they discuss the lead-up to a military campaign targeting terrorists in Yemen. We discuss not only what Goldberg reported but HOW he reported it. Jenna shares her approach to the story and what to watch for next - Plus, something you won't see anywhere else: a reporter's guidebook from World War II that belonged to Jenna's grandfather who worked a correspondent, embedded with Allied forces. Does this guidance still hold true? What do you think?

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Sensitive Correspondence 01:15 The Atlantic's Report on War Plans 03:57 The Role of Jeffrey Goldberg 06:51 National Security Implications 10:03 Ethics in Journalism 14:59 Historical Context of Reporting 19:10 Questions of Ethics and Security 22:03 Public Trust in Journalism and Leadership

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QUICK HIT: Department of ED: Was It Doomed from the Start? Mar 25, 2025

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Why did The New York Times question the creation of the Department of Education back in 1979 — the very year it was founded? In this episode of SmartHER News, we take a closer look at the ongoing debate over the future of education in America.

With recent calls to dissolve the Department of Education, we revisit a historic NYT editorial titled "An Illusion of Education Reform" and explore the concerns raised about union power, funding disparities, and federal vs. local leadership.

How can we improve education today? Is it time to rethink the system entirely? Join the conversation and share your thoughts! hello@smarthernews.com

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miniSCOOP: From Big Headlines to the Big Leagues & The Lessons Of Cherry Blossoms Mar 24, 2025

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The stories to have on your radar for the week ahead - plus, a historic moment for reflection.

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ANYTHING BUT POLITICS: Is Pink ... The New Black ... For Prisoners? Mar 21, 2025

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A Texas sheriff believes the color pink may be the missing secret sauce for his jail. In this Friday edition of our "Anything But Politics" segment, Jenna maps out the arguments for and against the fashion choice for prisoners. Plus, a related tangent: we tell you a bit about the woman behind this quote and why she mattered: "If Mabel had worn trousers, she could have been president."

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Sheriff's FB Post Houston Chronicle Mabel Walker Willebrandt Federal Bureau of Prisons

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QUICK HIT: How to Build Wealth in Uncertain Times – SmartHER With Codie Sanchez Mar 20, 2025

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"Uncertainty around the economic outlook has increased" reported the Federal Reserve Wednesday, as it noted recent policy changes by the new Trump administration as one reason for a heightened risk environment.

How can you stay steady and succeed, when so much feels in flux? New York Times Best Selling Author and entrepreneur (and one-time journalist!) Codie Sanchez joins us with some fresh perspective.

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The Hidden Costs of Tariffs: This Small Business Owner's Struggle Mar 19, 2025

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Entrepreneur and mother-of-3, Emily Ley, built her organization empire, Simplified, from the ground up, not only inventing her products but building relationships oversees to make her dreams a reality. In this conversation, Emily explains how the recent turmoil in tariffs has impacted her business, putting in plain language the stakes for her business, and raising the alarm about how these broader policies may impact American companies.

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QUICK HIT: Iran's Growing Threat: An Expert Explains What Comes Next Mar 18, 2025

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America bombs a terrorist group, the Houthis, who have disrupted the global economy by attacking ships along an important navigation route - that's the headline. But the context matters, and the timing highlights perhaps a larger story: Iran. We're joined by the Foundation For Defense of Democracies, Mark Dubowitz, who explains why he believes the present moment presents an opportunity for both America and the Iranian people for new leadership, and the stakes at play. Show Notes: More on the recent U.S. operation against the Houthis in our SCOOP podcast (Apple & Spotify) Follow Mark on X: https://x.com/mdubowitz The Foundation For Defense Democracies

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SCOOP: An Irish Fighter "In"; Terrorists "Out"; And ... What's Next? This Week's Top Stories Mar 17, 2025

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From Conor McGregor at the White House to a passing reference to Meghan Markle (as an example of media strategy), we sift through the information deluge of the weekend to provide a cheat sheet for the week ahead.

War correspondent and writer Hollie McKay joins us with her latest reporting from Mexico and insight into the new designation of cartels by the U.S. government as foreign terrorist organizations (sign up for Hollie's substack "Dispatches" HERE).

Plus ~ A question we have about the new border numbers that we can't answer.

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ANYTHING BUT POLITICS: Full Moon Madness & Fashion Comebacks – What You Missed This Week! Mar 14, 2025

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The news you didn't know you needed in our NEW weekly segment: "Anything But Politics" The lunar eclipse - what makes the "the blood worm moon" special. Researchers may have discovered nature's "Ozempic" and ... "Paris Fashion Week" may have forecast the next "big" thing: shoulder pads.

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QUICK HIT: Campus Protest Leader Detained - Free Speech Under Fire? Mar 13, 2025

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A complex intersection of free speech, national security, and immigration law - we take a closer look at the case of Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University student and legal permanent resident, detained by the US government, and the background and potential legal precedents that could arise. What do you think about this case?

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