miniSCOOP: What's Up With Finland? The World's Happiest Place Gets The Spotlight on The Debate Stage

What to know.  What to watch.  How it works. Plus ~ the "paths to victory" for both candidates on voting day 2024. All you need to know in one conversation with the co-founder of Real Clear Politics, Tom Bevan. Hear the backstory to the industry leading Real Clear Politics Polling Average and what to watch for (and why it matters) on election night. Thank you for your support of nonpartisan, independent SmartHER News Show Notes: Realclearpolitics.com General Presidential Election: Real Clear Politics Polling Average

Get the SCOOP on this week’s news.   --- ✓ 3:00: A Capitol Hill Ghost Story.  ✓ 8:00: An Important Halloween Head’s Up.    ✓ 10:00: 3 Foreign Policy Stories to Know... first up, Israel and Iran.   ✓ 12:00: Russia and Ukraine. And why North Korea has entered the conversation.  ✓ 14:00: Islamic terrorist groups in Africa.   ✓ 16:00: We switch gears to domestic politics.    ✓ 18:00: Swing states, strategic media and more.   ✓ 20:00: Former Pres. Trump appears on Joe Rogan’s podcast.  ✓ 26:00: We listen to the primary sources to dig deeper on a viral moment in this week’s news.  ✓ 33:00: How will mudslinging land with voters?   ✓ 37:00: Will VP Kamala Harris appear on Joe Rogan’s podcast?  ✓ 38:00: Some industry insight on strategic communication.   ✓ 42:00: RealClearPolitics and polling.   ✓ 43:00: We hear from RealClear Politics’ founder, Tom Bevan on the one story the media is missing. ✓ 46:00: Presidential endorsements by major newspapers.   ✓ 51:00: The trend.     ✓ 53:00: A statement from the publisher of The Washington Post.   ✓ 56:00: We hear from Robert Kagan, who just resigned from The Washington Post's editorial board. ✓ 1:00:00: Why a free press matters.     SHOW NOTES    “The Speaker’s Lobby: Ghosts of the Republic” (Fox News)    “Israel Attacks Iranian Military Targets” (SmartHER News)    “Sec. Defense: ‘There is evidence there are DPRK troops in Russia.’” (SmartHER News)  RealClearPolitics  2020 General Election Editorial Endorsements by Major Newspapers (UC Santa Barbara's The American Presidency Project)   SUPPORT OUR MISSION     If you’d like to help support SmartHER News’ mission of a free, independent, nonpartisan press – here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider.    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/ Website: https://smarthernews.com/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews  

Two reports on former Pres. Trump dominate the airwaves - Should they? What to consider in the march to election day. Plus the news you need to know for this week: "cuddle caps" (a hug limit at airports ruffles some lovers), notable trends in home sales and at the U.S. border, plus: $800 million+ in military aid promised to Ukraine (with a $50 billion loan). Curious your thoughts on this report - email us: [email protected]. GET THE FULL SCOOP: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/  SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2Zh_7fnOSW9BegOmkwOtg  Chapters 00:00 The Cuddle Cap Controversy 03:09 Housing Market Woes 05:58 Border Encounters Decline 08:49 Military Aid to Ukraine 12:03 Media's Role in Political Narratives

✓ 2:00 A remarkable discovery went for 9 million dollars at auction ... a special reminder of the American story and our political process.  ✓ 9:00: What to know about polls.  ✓ 10:00: A heads up about the timing of election results.  ✓ 12:00: Fear as a campaign strategy ... on both sides.    ✓ 13:00: We hear from Democratic Political Strategist, David Plouffe.    ✓ 16:00: We hear from a Senior Campaign Advisor for fmr. Pres. Trump, Jason Miller.    ✓ 19:00: Of note, a media blitz.    ✓ 21:00: What is so special about a sit-down interview?   ✓ 25:00: Two soundbites from the 60 Minutes Interview with VP Kamala Harris.   ✓ 36:00: Behind the scenes insight on editorial choices.    ✓ 40:00: A viral moment from Fox News' live-to-tape interview between Brett Baier and VP Kamala Harris.  ✓ 43:00: Baier, the interviewer, responds with what he would have done differently.  ✓ 48:00: Some insight on interviews and timing.  ✓ 50:00: Considering the social media variable.  ✓ 51:00: A PSA about this time in the election.  ✓ 54:00: The moment veteran and Corporate Security Executive, Paul Whelan, who was recently released from a Russian prison, felt free.  ✓ 57:00: We bring it full circle ... Jenna explains her editorial decision producing this clip for you.    SHOW NOTES    60 Minutes' Statement Kamala Harris makes the case in 60 Minutes interview for why she should be president Watch Face The Nation Season 2024 Episode 40: 10/6: Face the Nation - Full show on CBS Bret Baier reveals Trump was offered same interview style as Kamala Harris on ‘Special Report’ | Fox News Video   SUPPORT OUR MISSION     If you’d like to help support SmartHER News’ mission of a free, independent, nonpartisan press – here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/ Instagram: Instagram.com/SmartHERNews Website: SmartHERNews.com YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/SmartHERNews

Five years ago, Justin James and his wife Amanda opened a shoe factory outside of Asheville, North Carolina - a realization of Justin's life-long dream to design and manufacture the "best sneaker made in America.”    In fact, their company, "Opie Way," was having its best year to-date ... until Hurricane Helene.   With raw candor, Justin walks us through the early days of entrepreneurship and the recent devastation brought by Helene that has tested not only his professional fortitude but his personal faith.   This unique story of hope and grit highlights one man’s tenacity, the strength of North Carolina’s unique business culture and community, and the undeniable resilience of the American spirit - a conversation truly made to connect 'sole' to soul.  IMPORTANT LINKS: A GoFundMe set up for Justin’s family  https://www.gofundme.com/f/rebuild-opie-way-aid-justin-james-family-business?attribution_id=sl%3Aa5fa0e71-e86e-45bd-a46f-98df8de0446a  The raffle Justin mentions of “Made in America” companies rallying to support Opie Way.  https://gofastcampers.com/pages/opie-way-sweepstakes  MORE: Opie Way ## Like quick, concise, nonpartisan news? Leave us a review! Or join our insider community: SCOOP www.SmartHERNews.com  

If you could create a federal holiday ... what would it be and when would it be?  And what we learned from the maker of Fruit Loops about the company's ingredients here at home and abroad. ✓ 0:00 Some quick context on the history of federal holidays. ✓ 4:00 SpaceX’s Starship Rocket.   ✓ 7:00 Space innovation and national security.   ✓ 11:00 The recent arrest of an Afghan national for an alleged Election Day terror plot.  ✓ 18:00 Battleground states and the Electoral College.    ✓ 23:00 A new major meat recall by BrucePac affects many brands and many retailers.     ✓ 27:00 Food safety and healthy eating in America.     ✓ 29:00 We hear from Food Safety advocate,Vani Hari about food additives and Kellogg’s.      ✓ 35:00 Kellogg’s response to SmartHER News.   ✓ 41:00 California sets a trend on Red No. 3.   ✓ 46:00 A heads up (quite literally): this week’s Supermoon to be the biggest and brightest of the year.  *A Hunter's Moon - not a Harvest moon (which is in September! My bad!)   SHOW NOTES    FAA clears SpaceX to resume Falcon 9 rocket launches (Space.com)    SpaceX with Historic First Returns Rocket to Launch Pad (SmartHER News)    FBI Makes Arrests in Alleged Election Day Terror Plot (SmartHER News)    2024 Presidential Election Interactive Map     As Harris Visits Detroit, Some Democrats See Ground To Be Made Up (The New York Times)    Major Meat Recall Impacts Products At Target, Walmart, Aldi, & More (SmartHER News)    FD&C Red No. 3 (FDA)    SUPPORT OUR MISSION     If you’d like to help support SmartHER News’ mission of a free, independent, nonpartisan press – here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/     Instagram: Instagram.com/SmartHERNews   Website: SmartHERNews.com   YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/SmartHERNews 

How we name, measure and manage hurricanes. Plus, a touching message from a sheriff in a hard-hit community inspires us to find meaning even in the darkest moments. Join us as we explore the stories behind the storms and discuss the real-world impact of FEMA funding. Stay curious and informed as we navigate through these turbulent times together! BECOME A SMARTHER NEWS INSIDER: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/  SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2Zh_7fnOSW9BegOmkwOtg  Chapters: 00:00 The Impact of Recent Storms 01:26 Understanding Storm Naming and History 04:11 Measuring Storms: The Saffir-Simpson Scale 06:55 Disaster Management and FEMA's Role 10:15 Funding Disaster Relief: Where Does the Money Go? 13:30 Resilience in the Face of Adversity

✓ 2:00: Hurricane Milton.  ✓ 5:00: We hear context on the storm from Dr. Brennan of the National Hurricane Center.     ✓ 9:00: Hurricane Helene.     ✓ 12:00: The effects of temporary spending bills, plus congressional spending. And a reminder that the entire House is up for re-election.     ✓ 17:00: The term “October Surprise.”    ✓ 22:00: A lot of activity on the campaign trail.     ✓ 25:00: Marking this moment in time ... one year since the October 7th Terrorist Attacks in Israel.     ✓ 27:00: The Nova Exhibition.   ✓ 32:00: We see an excerpt from a recent CBS Interview, where a journalist interviews archivists in both Israel and Gaza.   ✓ 36:00: Context on the conflict in the Middle East.   ✓ 40:00: U.S. Foreign aid spent in the region.   ✓ 43:00: The challenges of reporting this story.     ✓ 45:00: Breaking news on Hurricane Milton: Category 5 definition.   ✓ 47:00: We hear from a member of the SmartHER News community about her experience during Hurricane Helene ... listen to Anny's story of hope.     SHOW NOTES    National Hurricane Center - Atlantic on X   National Hurricane Center on YouTube   Nova Exhibition   “Preserving the stories of the Irsael-Gaza conflict through art” (CBS News)  The Institute for National Security Studies (Tel Aviv University) – All-Fronts  The Institute for National Security Studies (Tel Aviv University) – War Data    SUPPORT OUR MISSION     If you’d like to help support SmartHER News’ mission of a free, independent, nonpartisan press – here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/     Instagram: Instagram.com/SmartHERNews   Website: SmartHERNews.com   YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/SmartHERNews 

Wait. FINLAND?  Why did both Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) and Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) agree that we should look at Finland as an example for gun laws and school safety? We take a look at what we should know about Finland, it's gun laws and beyond. Plus, Jenna shares the backstory on a reporting trip overseas where she explored how one of America's allies approaches this heated topic. We hope you enjoy our miniSCOOP! Become a subscriber and receive SCOOP delivered to your inbox every Monday: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/ Chapters: 00:00 The Vice Presidential Debate: A Moment of Humanity 02:52 Understanding Finland: A Case Study in Gun Laws 06:12 Cultural Context: Family, Community, and Happiness in Finland 08:59 Gun Ownership and Licensing in Finland 11:47 Comparative Analysis: School Security in Finland and Israel 15:07 Lessons Learned: Gun Laws and School Safety

A few key takeaways from the one and only 2024 vice presidential debate between Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) & Senator JD Vance (R-Ohio). Did the American political system AND both tickets score points? Curious about your thoughts! Enjoy free, independent, nonpartisan news? We love delivering it to you! Here’s how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/     Instagram: Instagram.com/SmartHERNews   Website: SmartHERNews.com   YouTube Channel: YouTube.com/SmartHERNews