A new look at a 100+ year-old holiday.   0:00: Taking a closer look at Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day.   3:40: When did we start celebrating Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day?   6:25: The line that sparked today's Special Report: " In fact, Columbus Day was created by President Harrison in 1892 in response to the anti-Italian motivated lynching of 11 Italian Americans in New Orleans in 1891" (President Biden's Proclamation on Columbus Day, 2022).   8:27: Broadly speaking, what was going on in America during this time?   12:01: Zooming in on New Orleans, the lynching of 11 Italian Americans in 1891 and what followed.   21:00: In 2019, the first female Mayor in New Orleans apologizes on behalf of the city to the families impacted by this lynching.   24:00: Sharing a personal story, reflecting on the press, acknowledging different stories at the same time and why it matters.   28:12: Conclusion: "So I stand here with you today, and I issue this formal apology for ugliness that is 128 years old and I ask you to continue to stand with me against anti-immigrant violence, against division, and to stand up for what I've coined, a city of 'Yes,' and for the idea that we have a responsibility to be inclusive, to be intentional and to be the kind of people that our children are not apologizing for 128 years from now. That's what this is about." – New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell, April 12, 2019.              

 

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Unbridled chaos OR creative disruption? 

We consider both possibilities during a special live Coffee Talk broadcast on SmartHER News with an overview of the historic house vote that ousted the current speaker. We include: the background to what happened, why it matters and what to watch for next.

"The old days of pounding on the desk and giving people hell are gone. A man’s got to lead by persuasion and kindness and the best reason—that’s the only way he can lead people.” Longest-serving House Speaker Sam Rayburn LINK

As promised: A list of the Republicans who voted to oust Speaker McCarthy **plus every single present member of the Democrat Party**

• Andy Biggs of Arizona.
• Ken Buck of Colorado.
• Tim Burchett of Tennessee.
• Eli Crane of Arizona.
• Matt Gaetz of Florida.
• Bob Good of Virginia.
• Nancy Mace of South Carolina.
• Matt Rosendale of Montana.

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Our Top Three:

What happened on Capitol Hill that averted the shutdown – 

Why the next spending debate will highlight bipartisanship on two BIG issues: Ukraine & the U.S. Border.

And... who to thank for an economic stimulus (Hint: an "Anti-Hero").

~ Your rundown ~

0:00 A tribute to Dianne Feinstein and a challenge for better.

4:00 What actually happened to avert the shutdown and what two big issues remain.

6:00: President Biden, a Democrat, and Senator Graham, a Republican, unite on Ukraine.

11:00: Speaker McCarthy, a Republican, and Governor Hochul, a Democrat, unite on the border.

21:00: Border perspective and a correction on an often made reference to the Statue of Liberty/Ellis Island and immigration.

25:00: A potential new Senator faces immediate questions about her state of residency.

30:00: The Beyonce Bump and The Taylor Swift Stimulus – how to look at celebrity news with a smarter angle.

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A looming government shutdown (and why it's happening), history-making numbers on the U.S. borders (North and South) and an exchange with Rupert Murdoch.

0:00: A lesson from Larry McMurtry's book, "Lonesome Dove": When a critique leads to celebrity. 

4:00: What to know about the potential government shutdown. 

14:00: A closer look at what's happening at the U.S. border – both the Southern and Northern border.

23:00: Mapping out a case in the Bronx (New York City) and why it matters. 

29:00: Sharing a behind-the-scenes perspective: Emailing with Rupert Murdoch.

 

A major annual event at the United Nations, a first-of-its-kind strike and the nearly-missed-it history of the Pumpkin Spice Latte!

0:00: Welcome to Fall: The Fall Equinox happens on Saturday. What is it and why does it matter?

2:00: The origin of the Pumpkin Spice Latte #psl

5:00: Big news at the United Nations and why it matters.

13:00: China sends warplanes to Taiwan.

15:00: Prisoner swap between Iran and America ~ Plus ~ what's going on in the Strait of Hormuz?

20:00: President Washington's Farewell Address from 1796 and his foreign policy thoughts to consider today.

25:00: The UAW strikes from the "Big 3" automakers, General Motors, Ford, and the parent company of Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, etc.

30:00: We'd love to hear from you! Email us your thoughts about SCOOP and receive a free gift: [email protected]

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Show notes:  The history of Pumpkin Spice Lattes George Washington's Farewell Address

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Did you know that critics of the Star Spangle Banner felt the song sounded too close to a song related to a "gentleman's" club?  🇺🇸  

We start our LIVE broadcast marking this day in history and move to tackling headlines related to two state sponsors of terrorism, Iran and North Korea, on the veyr same week we mark the worst terrorist attack in U.S. history.

What should we consider?

An overview of stories to watch in the week ahead and taking time to reflect on the September 11, 2001 Terrorist Attacks.  

0:00 Remembering September 11, 2001: What does "Never Forget" mean 22 years later? 

7:48 Before diving deeper into reflecting on 9/11, here's what you should know going into this week, stateside and abroad. 

10:20 Bringing you behind the scenes to a newsroom setting when it comes to covering 9/11. What is the story that the audience needs? What are the three things you should know this year, when we think about "Never Forget." 

13:02 Where the 9/11 hijackers were from, why it matters and a bigger question. 

16:31 How active is Al Qaeda?  

21:09 What is happening on a regular basis related to terrorist activity? And what does justice look like? 

28:30 Conclusion: How a tattered flag from outside of Ground Zero was shared and restored: "From Broken, We Are Whole." 

 

 

As we reset after Labor Day, we take a look at the road ahead in the pandemic, politics, and potential peace in Ukraine. 0:00 - 5:00 A little known fact about Jimmy Buffett as we honor his passing. 5:00 - 10:00 The First Lady tests positive for COVID: We take a look at the bigger picture and a question we asked of the CDC. 11:00 Lawmakers return to Washington D.C. with lots of work ahead regarding how they spend your money and what they do with your time. 15:00 A closer look at Ukraine: How much U.S. aid has TRULY gone to Ukraine? 20:00 Why the Hungarian president says America remains key to peace in Ukraine and why our current strategy will not work. Plus – two potential clues on two high-profile unsolved mysteries.

Link to interview with Jimmy Buffett: https://youtu.be/Cu6NSNjJRJI?si=9h4DzqupDXehG5Bc

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A historic speech, a reported assassination and why all roads lead to the economy.

"I have a dream ..." Did you know some of the famous words in American history are ad-libbed?

Did you know eyewitnesses describe "kegs" at one of the first Labor Day celebrations?

Can you use a presidential mug shot free of charge? 

What does the potential assassination of a potential Putin rival mean?

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Listen to the entire I Have A Dream Speech in full!

 

An invite inside the SmartHER newsroom to kickoff the debate season!   Republican candidates crowded the stage but did any truly stand-out?   Jenna discusses why this debate matters and our three key takeaways, plus what's next!   Contribute to SmartHER News and receive SCOOP in your inbox!   Watch The Debate Here   WATCH: An Exchange That Stood Out to Us