

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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Jun 10, 2021 • 13min
Biden's Overseas Goals, TSA Stretched & 'Ring of Fire' Eclipse- Thursday, June 10th, 2021
The news to know for Thursday, June 10th, 2021! We'll tell you how the U.S. plans to boost the vaccine supply worldwide. Also, two of former President Trump's top efforts were undone. One has to do with oil, the other is about TikTok. Plus, why security lines are getting longer at airports, where Bitcoin is now an official currency, and how to see a solar eclipse happening this morning. All that 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 Framebridge.com (Listen for the discount code) and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Support the show and get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Jun 9, 2021 • 13min
FBI Crime Sting, Billionaire Tax Records & Internet Outage- Wednesday, June 9th, 2021
The news to know for Wednesday, June 9th, 2021! We'll tell you about an intricate FBI sting that targeted organized crime all around the globe and ended with hundreds of suspects in custody. Also, how much America's billionaires are paying in taxes: a new report breaks down IRS files that have never been made public before now. Plus, new incentives companies are using to attract workers, what was behind a massive internet outage, and how farmers helped scientists uncover one of the world's largest dinosaurs. Those stories and more in about 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 Framebridge.com (Listen for the discount code) Get ad-free episodes and support the show by becoming an INSIDER: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Jun 8, 2021 • 13min
Ransom Recovered, Biden Team Defends Trump & Alzheimer's Breakthrough?- Tuesday, June 8th, 2021
The news to know for Tuesday, June 8th, 2021! We'll tell you about a first-of-its-kind effort to get money back from a cybercriminal group. Also, why President Biden's Justice Department is now defending former President Trump in court. Plus, a heatwave affecting a large part of the country, a possible breakthrough in Alzheimer's treatment that comes with some controversy, and another record broken by an American gymnast. Those stories and more in just 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 Framebridge.com (Listen for the discount code) and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Jun 7, 2021 • 13min
Harris' Migration Mission, Western Water Crisis & New Royal Baby- Monday, June 7th, 2021
The news to know for Monday, June 7th, 2021! We'll tell you about the first foreign trips for President Biden and Vice President Harris since taking office. They're tackling big issues from immigration to the worldwide economy. Also, what's happening with the severe drought out west, and what it means for wildfires, farming, water supplies, and more. Plus, expect more updates for Apple products, who received the prestigious Kennedy Center Honors this year, and a new royal baby whose name has a lot of meaning behind it. Those stories and more in just 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 Framebridge.com (Listen for the discount code) Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Jun 5, 2021 • 15min
Special Edition: #VanLife Takes Off
Today we're diving into the "van life" trend that has picked up steam in the U.S. over the past year. Large numbers of people have been traveling around the country in camper vans and RVs. Some have even decided to ditch their apartments or houses altogether to make "van life" their new full-time reality. We'll hear from Deborah Kane. She owns a camper van rental service called GoCamp and says business has been busier than ever. But first, we're talking to Kristin Hanes. She has been living in different vehicles, as well as a sailboat, for the last six years. She runs "The Wayward Home," a website filled with advice for living more simply on the road. This episode is brought to you by Noom.com/newsworthy and HelloFresh.com/NEWSWORTHY12 Get ad-free episodes by becoming an insider: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Jun 4, 2021 • 13min
Vaccines Headed Overseas, UFO Mystery Deepens & Avengers Theme Park- Friday, June 4th, 2021
The news to know for Friday, June 4th, 2021! We have updates about where the White House is sending donated COVID-19 vaccines and why the World Health Organization decided to rename new variants of the virus. Also, it's the latest controversy surrounding the postmaster general. He's now facing an FBI investigation. Plus, new details about a series of UFO encounters, what's included in Twitter's new paid subscription, and where to get free donuts today. 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 Noom.com/newsworthy and HelloFresh.com/NEWSWORTHY12 Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider

Jun 3, 2021 • 13min
New Vaccine Incentives, Missions to Venus & New 'Bachelor' Hosts- Thursday, June 3rd, 2021
The news to know for Thursday, June 3rd, 2021! We'll tell you about how the White House is hoping to inspire more Americans to get COVID-19 vaccines. From free childcare to free beer, there are lots of new incentives. Also, Israel's leader is close to being knocked out of power. A fragile deal could shake up the country's powerful government. Plus, which planet is next on NASA's radar, how AMC is giving back to small-time investors, and a new era for college basketball: another legend decided to step down. All that and more in around 10 minutes... Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes to read more about any of the stories mentioned. This episode is brought to you by HelloFresh.com/NEWSWORTHY12 and Noom.com/newsworthy Support the show and get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: White House Vaccine Push: Politico, AP, WaPo, White House, CDC Thousands of Fauci Emails Published: WaPo, Buzzfeed, Newsweek, CNN, Fox News Israeli Opposition Deal: AP, NY Times, Axios, Jerusalem Post NASA Announces Venus Missions: Space.com, CNET, Axios, NY Times, NASA Semiconductor Chip Plants in Arizona: Axios, Reuters, CNBC, Bloomberg AMC Stock Surges: CNBC, MarketWatch, CNN, Reuters, AP Winningest Coach in College Basketball Retiring: ESPN, USA Today, Raleigh News & Observer, Duke 'Bachelor in Paradise' Without Chris Harrison: Variety, ET, Page Six Thing to Know Thursday: Pride Month: CNN, People, ABC News, USA Today, Library of Congress, ACLU

Jun 2, 2021 • 13min
Food Plants Hacked, Western Heatwave & BTS Breaks Records- Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021
The news to know for Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021! We'll tell you about two new plans from the Biden administration: one to address the racial wealth gap, the other concerning new oil drilling. Both are already sparking some backlash. Also, the latest major cyberattack. This one could affect the meat supply in the U.S. Plus, where Americans are dealing with a dangerous heat wave, how a new drug could be a breakthrough in cancer treatment, and which popular boy band is breaking all kinds of records with a new single. Those stories and more in about 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... This episode is brought to you by Noom.com/newsworthy and HelloFresh.com/NEWSWORTHY12 Get ad-free episodes and support the show by becoming an INSIDER: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: White House Plan to Narrow Racial Wealth Gap: NY Times, Politico, WSJ, White House Arctic Refuge Oil Drilling Suspended: WSJ, NY Times, AP, WaPo, Interior Dept. FL Bans Trans Athletes in Women's Sports: Orlando Sentinel, Politico, Axios, Fox News, Gov. DeSantis Cyberattack Hits Beef Plants: Bloomberg, WSJ, WaPo, Reuters, BBC Western U.S. Gets Excessive Heat: CBS News, Forbes, NY Times, NWS Twitter's Weather Service: Axios, Engadget, Fortune, Tomorrow Weather Service Cancer-Killing 'Trojan Horse' Drug Trial: ITV, Daily Mail, University of Edinburgh Sam's Club & Costco Bring Back Samples: CNN, USA Today, Delish, Sam's Club First Foreign Athletes Arrive in Japan: WSJ, NY Times, The Australian BTS New Single Breaks Records: USA Today, Cnet, Billboard, Watch Video Work Wednesday: Remote Job Postings Skyrocket: LinkedIn, Bloomberg, Fast Company, Go Banking Rates

Jun 1, 2021 • 13min
Race Massacre: 100 Years Later, Rideshare Rates Up & French Open Exit- Tuesday, June 1st, 2021
The news to know for Tuesday, June 1st, 2021! We'll tell you about what was known as Black Wall Street and how the U.S. is mourning and remembering 100 years after it was destroyed. Also, two bills were blocked: one in Congress about the January 6th Capitol riot, the other in Texas about voting laws. Plus, changes could be coming at the post office, Uber and Lyft admit rides are more expensive right now, and why a big tennis star just quit a major tournament. Those stories and more in just 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by HelloFresh.com/NEWSWORTHY12 and Noom.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: 100 Years Since Tulsa Race Massacre: History, Axios, AP, WaPo Biden Proclamation: Politico, Tulsa World, CNN, White House Republicans Block Riot Commission: WaPo, WSJ, NY Times, The Hill Texas Voting Bill Blocked: Texas Tribune, WSJ, NY Times, Fox News FL Mass Shooting: Miami Herald, NY Times, Fox News, AP, WaPo China 3-Child Policy: WSJ, CNN, BBC, Reuters Post Office Prices Could Increase: Forbes, Axios, WaPo, AP, USPS, Delivering for America Plan Rideshare Prices Up, Wait Times Longer: NY Times, Fox Business, Houston Chronicle, Bloomberg Google Photos Unlimited Storage Ends: CNET, Engadget, Google, 9to5Google Naomi Osaka Withdraws from French Open: NBC News, AP, Naomi Osaka, FFT President

May 29, 2021 • 17min
Special Edition: 'Molly' as Medicine? Psychedelics & PTSD
Today we're talking about psychedelic drugs and their potential use as medicine. A new study looked at whether small doses of MDMA, better known by street names like ecstasy and molly, can help treat post-traumatic stress disorder. Some researchers are calling prescription psychedelics, paired with professional talk therapy, the breakthrough they've been waiting for. We got fascinating insights about the latest study from its lead scientist, Doctor Jennifer Mitchell. She's a neurology professor at UC San Francisco. But first, we'll hear from Scott Ostrom, a Marine veteran who took part in the study. He says he struggled with PTSD for more than a decade after coming home from Iraq and that the MDMA treatments helped in ways other therapies had not. This episode is brought to you by Stamps.com (Listen for the discount code) and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes by becoming an insider: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider


