What's Happening In Texas Politics And Why It Matters Nationwide

What does a free society really look like to you? What does free speech really look like?What protections are afforded to you or not? 5:00 - 11:30 SOME GOOD NEWSNotes to SantaNew cubsGuinness Book of World Record Sunflower11:30 - 20 minutes: WHAT TO HAVE ON YOUR RADARPotential gov’t shutdownTikTok ban and trade dealsRussia forays into Romania, PolandSec. of State Marco Rubio in Israel21:00 - END:Why Charlie Kirk’s murder matters?Why does the media focus so much on this case?What the first amendment protects and what it doesn’t.How to BE the good news (bring ice cream)Moments that I mentioned:The Free Press podcastCharlie Kirk’s last appearance on campus: UC San DiegoMore on the first amendmentSUPPORT 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 Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

"That's what I do everyday. I record history." Photojournalist Richard Drew has spent more than five decades with the Associated Press. On the morning of September 11th, 2001, while on assignment for Fashion Week in New York City, a call from his editor sent Richard racing to downtown Manhattan with only a brief description - "A plane has hit the World Trade Center." Finding himself at the base of the Twin Towers, Richard captured the impact of the deadliest terror attack in American history (and the single deadliest terror attack ever). Amongst the many historical photos he took that day, Richard captured a moment now known around the world as "The Falling Man." In this interview, Richard weaves us through the streets of New York City, sharing the moments before and after an unexpected assignment, and why he believes we shouldn't look away from this photo.On a personal note: Richard and I knew each other for years before I learned of his contributions to the historical record of September 11th, 2001. During our first meeting, we discovered that he had worked with my grandfather at the Associated Press bureau in San Francisco in the 1970s! What are the chances? From that point on, I always felt a special bond with Richard, as if he knew a part of my own story that no else does - especially since my grandfather passed away long before I could pepper him with questions about his journalism career. As you'll see in this interview, I press Richard on why he thinks he has found himself steps from so many significant historical moments. And like any good photojournalist, Richard leaves this up to you to come to your own conclusions.*First recorded and aired in 2001 on the 20th anniversary of 9/11Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Powerball winnersRemembering 9/11: The story arc of the deadliest terrorist attack in American history.The "New" Department of War - Plus ~ the "old" job of the first Sec. of War. What to watch: Ukraine/Russia, Hamas/IsraelWhat's going on with the job market according to 3 major voices.Why this week in history matters in addition to marking 9/11: the naming of the United States of America AND the anniversary of the Star-Spangled Banner.Our current SmartHER partner: redrazz.orgSUPPORT 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 Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Plus ~ Wolves, Fashion & Your FinancesWhere do vaccine mandates even come from?What to know about the jobs report.Where you should absolutely buy a lottery ticket (heck, it’s history making)How to repel wolves.Style advice that we can pull from the news this week.CHECK OUT YOUR STATE’S TAX BRACKET & THE LOTTERYSUPPORT OUR MISSION: Want to listen ad-free? Become an insider! 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 Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Why did the Treasury Secretary float the idea of a "national housing emergency"? We take a closer look. Plus: The wisdom of wearing white after Labor Day, a historic lottery and important September deadlines that will drive the news cycle.Email us! [email protected] 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 Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A quick podcast for you before the weekend: ✔️ a dash of history (the origins of Labor Day), ✔️ a mix of a few stories to have on your radar (inflation, U.S. warships off the coast of Venezuela, and the firing of the CDC Director) ✔️ AND a quick snippet from a past interview that feels meaningful during this news cycle.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 Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Has Fall arrived in America? Meet a history making tennis player and a "resilient" golfer.The President activates on Monday in the Oval Office with new executive action.But what about Russia & Ukraine? NEW insight.What to know about which states provide driving privileges to those without legal status?17 states have new cell phone restrictions in school - So who is standing in the way of moreThe new Chief Design Officer.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 Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Insight you won't hear anywhere else:Journalist David Satter will join us to discuss Friday's historic meeting between President Trump and President Putin, and what to watch for next as the White House welcomes European leaders – including Ukraine's President Zelensky – to work towards a peace agreement.As you may remember, David lived and worked in Russia for decades before becoming the first U.S. correspondent to be expelled since the Cold War. He witnessed both the fall of the Soviet Union and the rise of President Putin to power.Want an Ad-FREE version of our podcast? Become an insider! ↓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 Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

"Base-rattlers," salamanders, and dragnets - all found in the backstory to the latest redistricting efforts in the Lone Star state.We dive into what salamanders have to do with "gerrymandering" (turns out ... a lot!) and map out what's at stake.Plus - how both political parties use this issue to gather support and donations (aka "base-rattling").Quick FYI: Redistricting can happen without a state adding new representatives due to population changes! It can simply occur when congressional districts change or shift. In this Texas case, Texas both added seats during the latest census AND wants to redraw existing districts. After I listened to this podcast a few times during edit, I wanted to make sure to emphasize this fact!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 Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The SCOOP on the week ahead!A concerning trend for restaurants on the West Coast: "purse tuna" and BYOF (Bring Your Own Food)President Trump meets Russia's President Putin in Alaska on Friday: What to watch and why it matters.The latest on the war between Israel and Hamas, including the targeting of someone Israel calls a "terrorist" but Al Jazeera calls a "desperate attempt to silence the voice of truth."The White House makes a sudden announcement on Washington D.C., safety and security and "beautification." What to know and what to consider.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 Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/smarthernews/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy