Jenna Lee Babin is an American journalist, writer, producer, and founder of Leep Media LLC and SmartHERNews.com. Her work spans major domestic and international stories of the past decade.

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She previously co-anchored a daily two-hour program on Fox News Channel, covering breaking news and interviewing presidential candidates, lawmakers, business leaders, veterans, and more. She also co-anchored the first broadcast on Fox Business Network, reporting on the financial crisis. Beyond the studio, her work has focused on stories that blend American history with adventure.

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A Columbia Journalism School graduate with honors, Jenna has worked with NY1 News and Forbes.com Video Network, and began her career as a freelance reporter in San Francisco.

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Today, she leads SmartHER News, built on a simple belief: quality shows respect. Its mission is to deliver clear, trustworthy information without noise or distortion—empowering women with the context they need, without telling them what to think. Through a modern, accessible format, SmartHER News reflects Jenna’s commitment to making journalism useful again.

She is married to Lieutenant Commander Leif Babin, a decorated Navy SEAL and co-author of Extreme Ownership. They have three spirited children.