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SmartHERNews

Jenna Lee
Iran
Ukraine
United States
Tariffs
President Trump
Trump Administration
Supreme Court
Russia
Government Shutdown
Israel
Venezuela
China
Congress
Middle East
FDA
Texas
Jeffrey Epstein
Hamas
George Washington
Terrorism

Life is too short to waste time filtering through headlines searching for the facts. That’s when we realized the need for a quick, trustworthy news source that makes staying up-to-date easy and interesting. Our Goal is to Clear the Clutter. We’re committed to providing non-partisan news, in small servings, available wherever you are, whenever you want it. And for the Record: We Believe You’re Alre... more

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Jenna interviews Dr. Lynn Silver, a pediatrician and co-author of a new large California study examining how adolescent cannabis use relates to later mental health outcomes. 

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With the success Democratic Socialists of America candidates (and those adjacent with progressive platforms) in the early Midterm primary races, is the Democratic Party having a reckoning? And what does Pres. Trump have to do with it?

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Become a SmartHER News Insider and listen to this podcast ad-free, get additional context from Jenna and join a private community for thoughtful conversations about the news — away from the noise of social media. Plus, your membership also helps keep... more

Hear the incredible backstory from Santa Cruz resident and photographer Scott Vander Dussen who found himself at the right place, at the right time, with the right camera. Scott captured the video that made news around the world of 16-year-old Santa ... more

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Recent Guests

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Scott Vander Dussen
Santa Cruz resident, amateur photographer
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Episode: This Man Captured An Amazing Lifeguard Rescue That Reached The White House
Kali Kniel
Professor at the University of Delaware and leading researcher in food safety and public health with a focus on parasites and pre-harvest contamination
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Episode: It's Not Just The Lettuce: A Parasite Expert On What Others Have Missed In The Cyclospora Outbreak
Gretchen Wall
Food safety expert
Senior Director of Food Safety at Food Safety Strategy
Episode: How Safe Is Our Food? A Top Food Safety Expert Shares Context and Tips to Use During the Cyclospora Outbreak
Lindsay Chervinsky
Presidential Historian and Executive Director of the George Washington Presidential Library
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Rob Abbott
Licensed battlefield guide, retired Marine Colonel
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Michael Donahue
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Episode: "A Place Where Ghosts Walk In Broad Daylight": SmartHER On The Battle Of Little Big Horn
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Governor of Pennsylvania
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Host

Jenna Lee
Host of SmartHERNews; journalist

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 681 ratings
  • Curiosity over commentary

    Jenna’s weekly round-up is truly unbiased, and the questions she poses help listeners to understand the often-underreported aspects of what happening in our country and around the world. Proud to be a supply of Smarther News.. thank you Jenna!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    22linny
    United States2 months ago
  • Gordon interview

    This interview was amazing! I always like when you have Gordon on! I learn so much!!! I truly appreciate all the work you do to keep us informed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MichyLynn1977
    United States5 months ago
  • Non partisan lite

    I used to love SmartHERNews but it’s clear that we are leaning right here. Can you please thoroughly cover The Epstein Files?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    littlefenders
    United States5 months ago
  • News presented in an engaging way

    I’ve been a fan of Jenna and Smarther News since it’s beginning. I love how fair she is with her topics. Her presentation is always engaging, whether it’s just her talking or interviewing guests. I highly recommend this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dlstephmusic
    United States8 months ago
  • Doesn’t report on news

    It feels as though she’s so concerned about being unbiased that she never really reports on news. I feel there are better news resources who can report on what is happening in an unbiased way, she is not it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    lukedanes
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Engaging, informative interviews that add depth to current events.
Jenna's quick hits keep me informed without the drama.
The format and host deliver reliable news without partisan spin.
Nonpartisan, fair coverage with clear facts.
Listeners appreciate concise, bias-free reporting and context.

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How Safe Is Our Food? A Top Food Safety Expert Shares Context and Tips to Use During the Cyclospora Outbreak
Q: Given the conflicting reports about a particular source, what can you tell us about the Taco Bell shredded lettuce incident?
Gretchen explains the false positive episode and clarifies that despite the confusion, the overall data and pathways in the investigation remained valid, highlighting the complexities of test methods and interpretation.
How Safe Is Our Food? A Top Food Safety Expert Shares Context and Tips to Use During the Cyclospora Outbreak
Q: What should consumers actually do to reduce risk when washing produce?
The guidance is to wash with running water rather than relying on household gimmicks; removing outer leaves on leafy greens and understanding that washing may reduce risk but not eliminate it completely is key.
How Safe Is Our Food? A Top Food Safety Expert Shares Context and Tips to Use During the Cyclospora Outbreak
Q: Why is this year so widespread, and how do investigators trace back where contamination came from?
She notes a convergence of factors and stresses the three-legged approach—clinical cases, epidemiology, and direct product traceback—while acknowledging the difficulty of pinpointing a product in complex items like salsa with many ingredients.
How Safe Is Our Food? A Top Food Safety Expert Shares Context and Tips to Use During the Cyclospora Outbreak
Q: What in the world is happening with this outbreak of cyclospora, and how is it different from other pathogens?
Gretchen explains that cyclospora is a unique single-celled organism with a lifecycle that requires a human host to multiply, and it has an environmental incubation period that makes tracking and prevention more complex than typical bacterial outbreaks like Salmonella or E. coli.
This Man Captured An Amazing Lifeguard Rescue That Reached The White House
Q: How long did the rescue take, and how did Ryder reach the boy?
The entire sequence lasted just shy of three minutes, with about two minutes captured on video; Ryder covered the distance from the tower to the water and then to the boy, fighting powerful sneaker waves.

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Concise, nonpartisan news briefings with a focus on clear, factual reporting in small servings. Coverage spans politics, policy, history, and public health, often featuring expert guests to translate complex topics for a general audience. The show frequently analyzes current events through historical context and policy implications, with a strong emphasis on avoiding partisan spin and helping listeners form their own informed opinions. A notable strength is the long-running commitment to accessible, balanced storytelling and quick, digestible formats like brief Quick Hits alongside deeper episodes.

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4. Kali Kniel
5. Gretchen Wall
6. Lindsay Chervinsky
7. Rob Abbott
8. Michael Donahue

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