

The NewsWorthy
Erica Mandy
The day's news made fast, fair and fun – in 10 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 fun twist). Join the thousands of people already listening each weekday!
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Jul 29, 2022 • 13min
Recession Confusion, New Booster Plan & Billion-Dollar Jackpot- Friday, July 29th, 2022
The news to know for Friday, July 29th, 2022! We'll explain the latest economic data that has the experts disagreeing about whether we're in a recession. And what's in the bill that's meant to help America compete with China? It overwhelmingly passed in Congress. Also, devastating flooding in Kentucky: the impact so far and what help is on the way. Plus, how JetBlue's deal to buy Spirit Airlines might affect travelers, what to know about one of the largest music festivals in the world this weekend, and the Mega Millions jackpot has topped $1 billion. Those stories and more in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Indeed.com/newsworthy and Zocdoc.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider

Jul 28, 2022 • 13min
Big Rate Hike, Surprise Senate Deal & Beyoncé Album Leaked- Thursday, July 28th, 2022
The news to know for Thursday, July 28th, 2022! We'll tell you about the latest decision from the Federal Reserve and how it will impact everyday Americans. Also, a possible deal to bring home WNBA star Brittney Griner and another American: what the U.S. is reportedly offering Russia in return. Plus, new hope for a cure: how two HIV patients were able to beat the virus, what determines whether your home security footage could end up in the hands of police, and who was picked as a new, permanent 'Jeopardy!' host. Those stories and more in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Zocdoc.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one to get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Jul 27, 2022 • 13min
Historic Rainfall, Russia Quits ISS & RIP Choco Taco - Wednesday, July 27th, 2022
The news to know for Wednesday, July 27th, 2022! We'll tell you about record-breaking rain and catastrophic floods in the midwest. Also, a staple of American and Russian cooperation is coming to an end: what's next for the International Space Station now that Russia is pulling away. Plus, the latest action from the White House to lower gas prices, what new research found about exercising more than the recommended amount, and gone but not forgotten: the internet is having a tough time saying goodbye to the Choco Taco. Those stories and more in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Indeed.com/newsworthy and Zocdoc.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Jul 26, 2022 • 13min
Trump Returns, Pope's Apology & NFL+ is Here- Tuesday, July 26th, 2022
The news to know for Tuesday, July 26th, 2022! We'll tell you about the latest new evidence from the January 6th committee and what former President Trump says about running for office again. Also, a new turning point in Ukraine and some new hope for an endangered species. Plus, a new streaming service for sports fans, a piece of space history that could be yours, and what the Mega Millions jackpot is up to now. Those stories and more in around 10 minutes... Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Indeed.com/newsworthy and Zocdoc.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Jul 25, 2022 • 13min
Bannon Guilty, New Global Emergency & Ticket Prices Uproar- Monday, July 25th, 2022
The news to know for Monday, July 25th, 2022! What to know about fast-spreading wildfires and heatwaves: where people are facing the most extreme summer weather. Also, it was the most high-profile trial so far to come out of the January 6th investigation, and it just ended with a guilty verdict. Plus, what's now considered the world's worst airport for delays, why millions of T-Mobile customers could have some money coming their way, and the new policy that has Ticketmaster defending itself. Those stories and more in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Indeed.com/newsworthy and Zocdoc.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Jul 23, 2022 • 17min
Special Edition: Jan 6th Hearings– Powerful or Political?
We've watched 8 live hearings now about the January 6th Capitol riot and former President Trump's role. Now, we're getting two perspectives about the impact. Democratic strategist Leslie Marshall is a Fox News contributor and the host of a nationally syndicated radio program, "The Leslie Marshall Show." But first, you'll hear from Republican analyst Scott Jennings. He's a CNN contributor and host of the podcast, "Flyover Country." He previously worked for President George W. Bush and served as an advisor to Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and Rothys.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes and support the show by becoming an INSIDER: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Jul 22, 2022 • 13min
Trump's Outtakes, Polio Returns & $660M Jackpot - Friday, July 22nd, 2022
The news to know for Friday, July 22nd, 2022! We'll describe the picture lawmakers painted of President Trump the day the Capitol was being attacked and a new bill making birth control pills a federal right: why it's unlikely to become law. Also, what to know about the first reported case of polio in the U.S. in nearly a decade. Plus, why a beloved type of butterfly is on the brink of extinction, the changes coming to your Facebook and Instagram apps, and the mega millions jackpot that keeps growing: how much someone could win tonight. Those stories and more in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Rothys.com/newsworthy and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider

Jul 21, 2022 • 13min
Coast-to-Coast Heat, Primetime Hearing & Comic-Con Returns- Thursday, July 21st, 2022
The news to know for Thursday, July 21st, 2022! We'll tell you about a brutal heatwave spanning from California to New Hampshire and President Biden's plan to help Americans better cope with extreme weather. Also, it's the last planned January 6th public hearing, and lawmakers say they're sharing the most compelling evidence yet. Plus, an update about the housing market, what the CEO of Netflix predicts for the future of television, and what's happening at the biggest fan convention in North America. Those stories and more in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and Rothys.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one to get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Jul 20, 2022 • 13min
Russia's Playbook, Lawmakers Arrested & Harry Styles Course - Wednesday, July 20th, 2022
The news to know for Wednesday, July 20th, 2022! We'll explain the latest American intelligence about what Russia is now planning in Ukraine. Also, a marriage equality debate is happening in Congress, and there are shortfalls in the U.S. military. Plus, how the U.S. government stopped hackers targeting hospitals, why some Apple customers are getting their money back, and where a college course is now dedicated to a current pop star. Those stories and more in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and Rothys.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Jul 19, 2022 • 13min
Heat 'Apocalypse', Blue Angels First & Toys 'R' Us Comeback - Tuesday, July 19th, 2022
The news to know for Tuesday, July 19th, 2022! We'll tell you how an extreme heatwave is putting life on hold in Europe and why treason investigations have started within Ukraine's government as Russian attacks get more intense. Also, what to watch for in today's primary elections here in the U.S. Plus, a history-making change for the elite Blue Angels squad, how Snapchat is setting itself up to compete with Zoom, and where you'll start seeing hundreds of Toys 'R' Us shops around the country. Those stories and more in around 10 minutes... Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Rothys.com/newsworthy and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider


