Media release from the CDC & what are the symptoms from the omicron variant? 

Media release from the Big Bend Sector of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

 In the meantime, government shutdown could be looming and a big jobs report coming up on Friday. 

Coffee Talk

Beyond The "Media Release"


As the Supreme Court hears a high-profile abortion case described as having the potential to forever change existing law, we take a moment to pause and speak with Professor Mary Ziegler - legal historian and a leading voice on abortion law in America. In a wide-ranging interview, we tackle the question: What IS the state of current abortion law and how do new laws challenge the status quo?

Spotlight

Abortion Law In America

News from Washington, D.C. and the Supreme Court. 

 Foreign policy: What's happening between the 

School shooting in Oxford, a suburb of Detroit, Michigan

 to watch our interview on abortion law in America with Professor Mary Ziegler - legal historian and a leading voice on abortion law in America. 

Washington, D.C., foreign policy and a school shooting in Michigan. 

December 1!

COVID-19 Antiviral Pill Developments & Federal Case Against Ghislaine Maxwell 

Something To Consider

0:26 - 1:10 Iran nuclear talks happening in Vienna this week and why we're watching. 

1:10 - 1:42 What's happening in Washington, D.C.? 

1:42 - 8:44 The backdrop to all of this: The pandemic and what to know about variants.

 of Jenna's interview from early in the pandemic with Dr. Michael Lin, Stanford University. 

What to know about a new COVID-19 variant and beyond.

Omi-What? 

The Rittenhouse Trial, Julius Jones and A "Shaman's" Sentence

The Court of Law Vs. Court Of Public Opinion

A Historic Moment & A Hostage Situation

 What happened in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday, and why borders matter. 

 What to know about what's going on in Europe.

Back to the United States: October's border numbers released this week - the first month of the government's fiscal year. 

The U.S. Southern Border, and the rising tension between Belarus and Poland.

Border Crisis: At Home & Abroad

Just a note, I should've said FIVE communist countries (China, Vietnam, Laos, Cuba AND North Korea - I left out NK but it's also debated - some believe NoKo to be a true dictatorship without strong ties to the official "communist party").

Coffee Talk From The Car! 

The first few minutes are just a little background on Veterans Day - but then stick around for a conversation!

It became a family affair! My husband Leif Babin - his colleague, co-founder of Echelon Front, Jocko Willink, and their teammate and colleague JP Dinnell just came to hang out ... talk about Veterans Day ... their favorite part of serving America and beyond. 

History of Veterans Day & Some Very Special Guests ...

Happy Veterans Day!

Here’s how you can listen to this interview as a podcast – 

Before She Trained Carrie Underwood She Went to War as a Marine

How would you describe yourself politically? 

Timelines and Deadlines 

0:00 - 2:30 History-making spacecraft landed last night - the longest spaceflight by a U.S. crewed spacecraft! 

5:00 - 6:33 New research out by a marketing firm on food items for your Thanksgiving meal ... What is your favorite Thanksgiving meal item? 

Questions, comments? Send us an email at hello@smarthernews.com or leave us a comment in our comment section on 

Tacos in Space, Concern About China and Turkey on Your Table

New Week - New Question

With political commentator and book author, Mary Katharine Ham.

The Woman Voter! 

 News from yesterday's elections: We're seeing new faces from both parties! What to know and how it could affect you soon. 

COVID-19 and kids: The CDC recommends Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 - 11.

A recent study shows a well-known, cheap, accessible antidepressant may reduce severe cases of COVID-19. Stay tuned for more info on our website and social media! 

Questions, comments? Email us at hello@smarthernews.com or leave us a comment on our 

Are We More Divided Than Ever ... Or More Balanced? 

Wednesday!

0:00 - 3:30 Why do we have elections in November? 

4:48 - 7:43 Virginia votes for governor and why it matters. 

7:43 - 9:10 News on Queen Elizabeth, who will be celebrating 70 years in her position in February of 2022. 

Election Day History, Votes To Watch & Queen Elizabeth 

Election Day! 

0:38 - 2:43 Global climate change summit.

5:18 - 9:40 COVID vaccines for kids - news!

7:41 - 9:40 Supreme Court & Texas abortion law.

9:40 - 12:00 A quick, friendly reminder about your kitchen table!

Send us an email at hello@smarthernews.com or leave us a comment in our comment section on 

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