SCOOP: "COURAGE OVER COMFORT"

For the first time ever, the National Archives displayed the entire U.S. Constitution - the historic 4 foundational pages. the rarely seen “5th page” with its own interesting backstory and ALL 27 amendments. Now, the exhibit remains behind closed doors, along with the rest of the museum, as the government shutdown continues into historic territory in Washington D.C. SmartHER News went behind the scenes before the government shutdown to take a closer look with historian Jessie Kratz, who explained why this rare exhibit came together and why it matters.SUPPORT OUR MISSION:Love nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines?  Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/   Shop our gear! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/ Website: https://smarthernews.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews 

The news you can use:A comet only seen every 1350 years will appear in our skies this week. Here's a few other stories to of note:How big is your social circle? One scientist says 150 people Agree/Disagree.The latest on the history-making shutdown.An "technical" issue takes down a major technology provider.What to make of President Trump's announcement on rare earth minerals.What to make of President Trump's announcement on IVF and why it matters. Here's What To Watch Next.Your biggest question answered - What is the deal with the new requirements for press at the Dept. of War? Link To DocumentA comet with a green streak. How to find it.  And what felines have to do with it. Read More.SUPPORT OUR MISSION:Love nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines?  Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/   Shop our gear! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/ Website: https://smarthernews.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews 

A peace deal. A trade deal. An (absent) shutdown deal. What to know about the deals percolating in the news and why they matter.SUPPORT OUR MISSION:Love nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines? Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/  Shop our gear! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/ Website: https://smarthernews.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

And who’s in charge? Your top news question of the week answered about the law & order story unfolding in one of America’s most prominent cities.SUPPORT OUR MISSION:Love nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines? Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/  Shop our gear! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/ Website: https://smarthernews.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

PLUS - the Supreme Court's new term and a Middle East peace update. 4:30: What I found worth watching and reading over the weekend. 7:30: National Guard in the news – the standoff over deployments in Chicago and Portland.10:15: The first Super Moon of 2025 – what makes it special (and what scientists say it isn’t).11:15: The Supreme Court’s new term features key cases on state vs. federal power, trade, and transgender sports.14:30: Understanding the government shutdown and what's at stake. 27:15: National debt reality check. 34:00: Where we stand with Middle East peace talks.36:00: A message from Dr. Jane Goodall.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Plus ~ What to know about the substance the FDA calls "the Next Wave of the Opioid Epidemic".What does the FDA actually do — and why does it matter to you? From regulating everything from mammograms to microwaves to navigating hot-button issues like autism treatments, Tylenol safety, and hormone replacement therapy, the FDA touches nearly every aspect of American life.In this SmartHER News interview, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary sits down with Jenna to discuss public trust in medicine, new research on autism, the debate over acetaminophen use during pregnancy, and changing perspectives on women’s health and hormone therapy. Dr. Makary also opens up about his path from surgeon to policymaker, the challenges of modernizing the agency, and what he believes is at stake for America’s children and families.👉 Whether you’re a parent, a patient, or just someone curious about how decisions get made in Washington, this conversation offers rare, direct insight into the FDA’s priorities — and the questions still being debated.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

A hidden Abraham LincolnThe mystery that swirls around the Michigan church shooting.Clarifying Mormon vs. LDS vs The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day SaintsWill the government shutdown?News from my interview with the FDA commissionerPrime Minister Netanyahu at the White House.The governors trying to “disagree better.”Will you buy a protein latte? Notes:Faulkner MuralDisagree BetterSUPPORT OUR MISSION:Love nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines? Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/  Shop our gear! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/ Website: https://smarthernews.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

SmartHER StitchingFirst day of Fall!Fat BearsOpen Mic Night at the United NationsErika Kirk’s comments at Charlie Kirk’s memorial ~ Young Men in CrisisRecognizing The State Of PalestineRussian “incursions” into other European countries.President Trump on a new announcement on autism.The threat of the “New World Screw Worm”Rising concerns about Al QaedaWhy I haven’t taken up smoking ;) (YET!)SUPPORT OUR MISSION:Love nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines? Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/  Shop our gear! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/ Website: https://smarthernews.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jenna takes you behind-the-scenes into the life of a broadcaster and untangles the swirling stories about Jimmy Kimmel’s “indefinite suspension.”SUPPORT OUR MISSION:Love nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines? Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/  Shop our gear! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/ Website: https://smarthernews.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

A quick hit on stories underreported this week that you won’t see anywhere else.SUPPORT OUR MISSION:Love nonpartisan news? Want a bigger serving of the serious headlines? Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/  Shop our gear! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/ Website: https://smarthernews.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands