Elizabeth Smart Part 2: Finding Hope After Trauma

In part two of Martha's conversation with advocate and bestselling author Elizabeth Smart, Elizabeth discusses her book, Detours: Hope and Growth After Life's Hardest Turns, and shares her powerful perspective on child abduction prevention. She explains how parents can empower their children through unconditional love and open communication, while also opening up about navigating her own family's safety and dealing with the public recognition that still follows her today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In part one of Martha's conversation with advocate and bestselling author Elizabeth Smart, Elizabeth opens up about the reality of surviving domestic and horrific abuse twenty-four years after her high-profile kidnapping and rescue. She shares how she ultimately reclaimed her power through motherhood, faith, and bodybuilding, and introduces her new book, Detours: Hope and Growth After Life's Hardest Turns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While the world wondered where Catherine, Princess of Wales was, speculating everything from plastic surgery to a secret separation, she was facing a far more devastating reality: a private battle with cancer. Journalist and bestselling author Christopher Andersen discusses his latest book, Kate: The Courage, Grace, and Power of the Woman Who Will Be Queen, sharing behind-the-scenes details on how the Princess of Wales navigated her diagnosis. He also dives into the fractured relationship between Prince William and Prince Harry, highlighting major family struggles that continue to fuel public speculation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bestselling author Virginia Hume shares her new historical novel, Liberty Island. She dives into the premise of the book, which follows a sweeping family drama about young women boldly breaking out of late-Victorian constraints and fighting for the liberties often taken for granted today. Later, Virginia is joined by a special guest, her father, FOX News Senior Political Analyst Brit Hume, who discusses raising a novelist and avid reader.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

American Thoroughbred racehorse trainer Cherie DeVaux discusses how she made history as the first woman trainer to win the Kentucky Derby with champion horse Golden Tempo. The trainer expresses the unbridled joy of the winner's circle and her unconventional journey to the top of the racing world. Cherie explains her relationship and partnership with jockey Jose Ortiz and what it takes to break barriers in this sport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FOX News Anchor and White House Correspondent Aishah Hasnie is in China, ahead of President Trump’s trip to Beijing. She discusses the high-stakes summit and what it could mean for the U.S.-China relationship as President Trump is set to meet with Xi Jinping to discuss a variety of issues. Aishah also examines the implications of U.S. weapon shipments to Taiwan and assesses whether these conversations could help speed up the end of the war with Iran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In March 2026, Loyola University freshman Sheridan Gorman was shot and killed by an unvetted migrant in Chicago. Her family believes this tragedy was entirely preventable and stems from the failure of sanctuary city policies. Martha sat down with the Gorman family to discuss how they are coping just seven weeks after the loss of their vibrant 18-year-old daughter. Thomas, Jessica, and Madelon Gorman share memories of Sheridan’s life and discuss their fight for justice, urging leaders to reevaluate policies to ensure no other family has to endure such an unbearable loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the United States approaches a historic milestone, FOX News Chief Political Anchor and Host of Special Report Bret Baier highlights his new book, The Case for America. He discusses the rising political stars in the Republican party and provides an update on the ongoing war with Iran. Bret shares a hopeful perspective on national unity as the country heads toward this major anniversary and a high-stakes midterm election cycle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Technology and healthcare futurist Jamie Metzl discusses the potential benefits and risks of artificial intelligence and the urgent need for ethical guidelines to ensure it is used responsibly. He introduces his new book, The AI 10 Commandments, co-authored with GPT-5, which provides principles to help humans utilize the technology responsibly.   Jamie highlights the importance of finding a balance between accelerating development in the global AI race and establishing the guardrails necessary to prevent irreversible harm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ambassador and Chief of Protocol of the United States, Monica Crowley, reveals the high-stakes planning behind King Charles III's historic U.S. State Visit.Ambassador Crowley discusses the precision required for the King and Queen’s arrival and the upcoming 250th anniversary of American independence. She explores the intricate balance of tradition and power, from the historic Blair House to President Trump’s high-pressure upcoming summit in Beijing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices