The NewsWorthy
Erica Mandy
The day's news made fast, fair and fun – in 15 minutes. Erica Mandy is like a trusted friend who always 'gets' both sides. She's a veteran journalist who was tired of talking heads, alarmist headlines and monotone voices, so she created something different. The NewsWorthy is packed with politics, tech, business and entertainment from a variety of sources -- brought together in one, convenient place (and with a friendly twist). Join the tens of thousands of people already listening each weekday!
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Oct 28, 2026 • 14min
Football Meets Politics, Record-Breaking Tides & Sexiest Man Alive - Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Trump turns to football stars in a final push to rally Republican voters, while Israel’s election remains too close to call. Record king tides flood both coasts without rain. A prison escape sparks a manhunt, and a mother’s arrest reignites debate over leaving children home alone. Plus, a dramatic World Series comeback, Apple’s anticipated touchscreen MacBook, the year’s new buzzword, and Noah Wyle’s Sexiest Man Alive title.
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Oct 27, 2026 • 15min
Final Campaign Sprint, Anthropic's IPO & Jay-Z at Halftime - Tuesday, October 27, 2026
With Election Day one week away, Democrats gain House momentum while the Senate battle remains tight. Former FBI chief James Comey faces new charges. AI powerhouse Anthropic prepares for a potentially historic IPO, and DoorDash reportedly eyes a $17 billion Instacart deal. Plus, the season’s first snow, a viral youth soccer dispute, remote robotic surgery, and Jay-Z’s Super Bowl halftime debut.
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Oct 26, 2026 • 15min
Plots Against Americans, Midterm Votes Challenged (Maybe) & Halloween Inflation - Monday, October 26, 2026
A warning about potential Iranian plots against Americans leads the headlines, alongside Trump and Obama rallies and a Justice Department challenge to Alaska’s Senate race. Flooding and an early flu surge raise health concerns, while debates over Starlink and blue-green lights for autonomous cars spotlight technology. Plus, roller-coaster safety changes, a rare Sports Equinox, and soaring Halloween candy prices.
Oct 24, 2026 • 23min
Special Edition: Strongest El Niño in Our Lifetime
Dr. Marshall Shepherd, atmospheric scientist, University of Georgia professor, and former NASA meteorologist, explains why this El Niño is unusually powerful. He explores regional winter weather, warmer oceans and shifting marine life, climate pressures on infrastructure, and the need for stronger community preparedness. He also tackles weather apps, forecasting uncertainty, and finding reliable official information.
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Oct 23, 2026 • 14min
Watching the Polls, Unrest Meets Football & Kid-Free Flight - Friday, October 23, 2026
Federal election monitoring plans spark state concerns, while fabricated polls expose serious vetting problems. The U.S. accuses Canada of meddling in American politics, and rising emissions put climate goals further out of reach. France’s unrest surrounds the NFL’s Paris debut. Plus, adults-only flights, New York’s carriage ban, a guaranteed first-time World Series champion, and a soothing puppy livestream.
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Oct 22, 2026 • 15min
Praise for Putin?, New National Park & 'Whimsymaxxing' - Thursday, October 22, 2026
U.S. personnel are being moved amid rising Middle East threats, while praise for Putin sparks political backlash and Ukraine peace talks may resume. A new Arizona national park debuts as severe storms target the Southwest. Global software flaws, Meta’s massive privacy penalty, Airbnb’s checkout changes, Amazon’s holiday hiring, a possible Jay-Z halftime show, and the “whimsymaxxing” trend round out the news.
14 snips
Oct 21, 2026 • 15min
Campaigns Get Personal, Pokémon Card Heist & Swimmer's Historic Triumph - Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Political spending turns personal as disturbing attack ads target candidates and their families. New questions surround Elon Musk’s Starlink restrictions in Ukraine. Plus, a multimillion-dollar fraud-tip reward, AI-powered cancer risk research, soaring Pokémon card heists, Boeing’s latest 737 MAX approval, and a record 900-mile California coast swim.
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Oct 20, 2026 • 14min
Riots Fuel Midterm Debate, Sharing AI's Wealth? & NBA's Tip-Off - Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Violent riots in France become a flashpoint in America’s midterm debate, while early voting surges and election threats raise fresh concerns. A viral ICE use-of-force video sparks protests, and a new federal women’s health initiative draws scrutiny. Plus, tech leaders pitch ways to share AI’s wealth, an espionage-linked case rocks OpenAI, and the NBA season tips off amid gambling and flopping crackdowns.
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Oct 19, 2026 • 15min
Midterm Polls, Russia Policy Shift & College Football Chaos - Monday, October 19, 2026
With the midterms entering their final stretch, new polling reveals the issues driving voters and the battleground push. The White House faces another staff shake-up as Trump defends easing pressure on Russia. France grapples with widespread unrest, while a deadly training-base fire strikes Canada. Plus, Pope Leo’s return, college football chaos, a surprise Elizabeth Holmes documentary hit, and pumpkin spice prices.
Oct 17, 2026 • 28min
Special Edition: The Midterms – Stakes, Strategy & Swing Races
Nathan Gonzales, editor and publisher of Inside Elections, offers a nonpartisan guide to the 2026 midterms. He explores voter frustration over affordability, the battle for congressional control, redistricting, shifting demographics, and campaign strategy. He also examines AI-generated political content, election-night uncertainty, swing races, and why local contests matter.
