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SmartHERNews

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

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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Latest Episodes

Jenna previews an unpredictable news week, highlighting uncertainty over planned U.S.-Iran talks in Pakistan as the ceasefire deadline nears. 

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to climb after U.S. forces stopped and seized an Iranian vessel ... more

"The suburban dad next door who was also a serial killer"

A serial killer admits to his crimes, but is justice served?

We tackle that question and others in a wide-ranging conversation with investigative journalist Alexis Linkletter, who has covere... more

Jenna previews a busy week of major stories, framed by Artemis astronaut Jeremy Hansen’s “Joy Train” message about teams regaining perspective and joy. 

Internationally, she clarifies reports about a U.S. “blockade” in the Strait of Hormuz, explaini... more

The President says he wants to go after those who leaked information about a rescue operation in Iran - Can he?

Jenna takes you to a portion of a White House press conference that drew attention after the president blamed press reporting and a leak... more

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Recent Guests

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Episode: Nancy Guthrie Disappearance: 2 Months Later — Crime Expert Examines Key Clues
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Episode: Alcatraz Uncovered: What It Was Really Like to Live on the Island
Phil Lempert
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Benham Ben Taleblu
Senior Director of Foundation for Defense of Democracies, Iran program
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Episode: Who Is The New Ayatollah? What Every American Should Know
Sal Mercurgliano
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Episode: SCOOP: The Untold Impact of Iran's Conflict - From Petroleum To The Press
Caroline Levitt
White House press briefing spokesperson discussed in the episode
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Episode: How Safe Are We? Iran Conflict Updates, Economic Risks, DHS Shutdown, and Child Exploitation Hearing
Tim Tebow
Advocate focusing on safety of children, appeared at a DHS hearing
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Episode: How Safe Are We? Iran Conflict Updates, Economic Risks, DHS Shutdown, and Child Exploitation Hearing
Holli McKay
War correspondent and writer, known for reporting from the Middle East
Episode: From Iran to Your Backyard: The Global Conflict and Its Reach with War Correspondent Hollie McKay

Host

Jenna Lee
Host and journalist focused on non-partisan news reporting, emphasizing clarity, facts, and empowering listeners to engage with current events.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 666 ratings
  • 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 Statesa month 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 Statesa month 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 States4 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 States5 months ago
  • Really used to love SHN, but she’s doing an awful job covering this administration

    I used to be a smarther news stan. I recommended her social channels and podcast so frequently, people stopped asking “where did you hear that” and started saying “oh is that from smarther news?” whenever I would start sharing things people didn’t know about. However, we are now 11 months into the most diabolical and despicable administration of recent history, and she has not once accurately (or at all) covered the very real threat to American citizens that is ICE, she has completely sympathize... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    thatfairlady
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the non-partisan, fact-based reporting style.

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Who Is The New Ayatollah? What Every American Should Know
Q: Have you received any calls from the White House, Benham, for your advice or guidance?
In the short term, no formal calls, but there is a lot of informal contact and interest from policymakers and partners.
Who Is The New Ayatollah? What Every American Should Know
Q: I have all sorts of strategic questions that go along with that. How do we pronounce the new Ayatollah's name?
The pronunciation is Mojtaba Khamenei, with both the given name Mojtaba and the family name Khamenei.
Alcatraz Uncovered: What It Was Really Like to Live on the Island
Q: Has anyone actually escaped Alcatraz? Did any escapees survive?
There were several escape attempts; two men reportedly made it to shore but were brought back, while others disappeared and are presumed drowned, highlighting the peril and uncertainty of escape from the island.
Alcatraz Uncovered: What It Was Really Like to Live on the Island
Q: What was daily life like on Alcatraz?
Daily life involved ferry rides to the city for school, living in furnished apartments around a central parade ground, and routines shaped by island isolation, with family life intertwined with the presence of the prison and its workers.
China, Crisis & The Global Power Play: Is The Risk of War Rising?
Q: Is Taiwan truly secure given the current internal and external pressures on China?
Taiwan is framed as unlikely to face a full-scale invasion soon due to the complexity of a joint air-land-sea operation and Xi's risk-averse leadership, yet the likelihood remains contingent on relative forces and regional provocations.

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2. Kristin Fisher
3. Jolene Babyak
4. Phil Lempert
5. Benham Ben Taleblu
6. Sal Mercurgliano
7. Caroline Levitt
8. Tim Tebow

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