

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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Dec 20, 2018 • 16min
Troops Withdrawal, Facebook Lawsuit & Safest Cars (+ Talking Good News with Branden Harvey) - Thursday, December 20th, 2018
All the news you need to know for Thursday, December 20th, 2018! Today: a surprise announcement from the White House affecting troops in Syria and an update about the possible government shutdown. Plus: new research about Saturn's rings, Pinterest has a new plan for 2019 and the safest cars list. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday. This week we're talking about the most popular good news stories of 2018 with guest Branden Harvey of Good Good Good. See links and sources for all the stories referenced in today's episode at https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes. Today's episode is brought to you by the podcast, Techmeme Ride Home, a daily news roundup of tech news in minutes.

Dec 19, 2018 • 9min
Bump Stocks Banned, Tunnel Reveal & Mary Poppins Returns - Wednesday, December 19th, 2018
The news to know for Wednesday, December 19th, 2018! Today, we're talking about why President Trump's foundation is closing and the bill that got Congress to compromise. Plus: a Hollywood legend remembered, Elon Musk reveals his underground tunnel and the competition begins at the box office. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned. Look under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by the podcast, Techmeme Ride Home, a daily news roundup of tech news in minutes.

Dec 18, 2018 • 7min
Russia Reports, Google's $1 Billion Campus & Worst Passwords - Tuesday, December 18th, 2018
The news to know for Tuesday, December 18th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the government shutdown deadline just days away now, and why there's a new call for a Facebook boycott. Plus: AI-generated faces, Google's $1 billion dollar plan for NYC and the worst passwords of 2018... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned. Look under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by the podcast, Techmeme Ride Home, a daily news roundup of tech news in minutes.

Dec 17, 2018 • 9min
Obamacare Ruling, Facebook Photo Breach & Miss Universe - Monday, December 17th, 2018
The news to know for Monday, December 17th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the latest changes at the White House and what happens now that a judge ruled 'Obamacare' is unconstitutional. Plus: a Facebook photo breach, student debt canceled, Starbucks delivery and a first for Miss Universe. Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned. Look under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by the podcast, Techmeme Ride Home, a daily news roundup of tech news in minutes.

Dec 14, 2018 • 8min
Secret Agent, Space Plane Success & Apple Hiring - Friday, December 14th, 2018
The news to know for Friday, December 14th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from a secret agent from Russia to a school shooting stopped just in time. Plus: Apple's plans to expand, a new kind of bank account and a Starbucks offer for free coffee in January. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to take advantage of your 30-day FREE trial.

Dec 13, 2018 • 13min
National Enquirer's Deal, Legal Hemp & Most Googled Person - Thursday, December 13th, 2018
All the news you need to know for Thursday, December 13th, 2018! Today: how many years President Trump's former lawyer will spend in prison and the second deal prosecutors made. Plus: a form of cannabis is about to be legal, an option for a LuLulemon subscription and the most Googled person of 2018. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday. This week we're talking about travel trends and tips for 2019, from top destinations to best times to book flights. Travel expert Shellie Bailey-Shah is the founder and editor of KidTripster, an online family travel magazine that provides information and inspiration to families traveling anywhere in the world. See links and sources for all the stories referenced in today's episode at https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes. Today's episode is brought to you by The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to take advantage of your 30-day free trial and keep track of your finances faster and easier!

Dec 12, 2018 • 10min
France Terror, Mailbox Access & Kathie Lee Leaves - Wednesday, December 12th, 2018
The news to know for Wednesday, December 12th, 2018! Today: we're talking about a public showdown in the Oval Office and a terrorist attack in France. Plus: who could get access to your mailbox, a way to speed up renting a car and Selena: The Series. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned (just click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to take advantage of your 30-day free trial and keep track of your finances faster and easier! And by FabFitFun — get $10 off your first seasonal subscription box with the coupon code 'NEWSWORTHY' at FabFitFun.com. #fabfitfunpartner

Dec 11, 2018 • 8min
Winter Storm, Screen Time Effects & Person of the Year - Tuesday, December 11th, 2018
The news to know for Tuesday, December 11th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the impacts of a winter storm in the U.S., the protests in France and even screen time on kids' brains. Plus: Google's CEO is in the hot seat and Time's Person of the Year. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to take advantage of your 30-day FREE trial.

Dec 10, 2018 • 9min
Trump's Legal Trouble, Google's Big Plans & Miami's 'Miracle' - Monday, December 10th, 2018
The news to know for Monday, December 10th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the legal trouble President Trump could be facing and the big changes to his administration. Plus: a winter storm, the so-called "Miami miracle," a ten-minute cancer test and Google's big development. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to take advantage of your 30-day FREE trial.

Dec 7, 2018 • 9min
UN Ambassador Nominee, Election Fraud & Walmart's 'Secret Santa' - Friday, December 7th, 2018
The news to know for Friday, December 7th, 2018! Today, what to know about Trump's expected pick for a top job, the state investigating election fraud reports and the infant medicine recalled. Plus: why the host of the Oscars stepped down, new self-driving cars hit the streets and Walmart's 'Secret Santas.' Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by the new holiday podcast, Welcome to Tinsel Town, where a wish lands 8-year-old Holly in the magical realm of Tinsel Town. Now she needs to find a way home. Listen and subscribe for free wherever you listen to podcasts!


