

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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Aug 2, 2018 • 16min
"Skinny" Health Care, Lettuce Recall & Instagram Time-Tracking (+ Talking 3-D Printed Guns) - Thursday, August 2nd, 2018
All the news to know for Thursday, August 2nd, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from short-term, cheaper health care plans coming to the market to new features meant to warn you if you've spent too much time on Facebook and Instagram. 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 the bonus Three Question Thursday interview. This week we're talking about 3-D printed guns and getting two different perspectives on the issue from Cassandra Crifasi and Rick Vasquez. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Aug 1, 2018 • 7min
Facebook Fakes, NBA's Gaming Partner & Beyoncé - Wednesday, August 1st, 2018
All the news to know for Wednesday, August 1st, 2018! Today, we're talking about Facebook accounts trying to interfere in U.S. elections again, a judge blocking directions for "ghost guns" and the NBA teaming up with MGM for sports betting. Plus: Beyoncé. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes or see below...

Jul 31, 2018 • 7min
Manafort Trial, 3D Printed Guns & LeBron James School - Tuesday, July 31st, 2018
All the news to know for Tuesday, July 31st, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from North Korea's missiles and 3D-printed guns to MoviePass and Big Macs. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Jul 30, 2018 • 7min
Gov't Shutdown Threat, CBS's CEO Accused & Tesla Surfboard - Monday, July 30th, 2018
All the news to know for Monday, July 30th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from President Trump's threat about a government shutdown to Tesla's surfboard sale. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes or see below... News sources: Trump Threatens to Shut Down Gov't: USA Today, AP, FOX News, CNN New Orleans Shooting: NPR, AP California Wildfires: AP, CBS News CBS's CEO Accused: The New Yorker, WSJ, THR Inmates Hack Tablets: Business Insider, TechCrunch Flight Delays: CNBC, USA Today BMW + Alexa: TechCrunch, Digital Trends Tesla Surfboards: DigitalTrends, Tesla Weekend's Box Office Winner: THR, Deadline

Jul 27, 2018 • 8min
Remains Returned, Facebook Value Drop & 'Smart' Clothes - Friday, July 27th, 2018
All the news to know for Friday, July 27th, 2018! Today, we're talking everything from why the president's tweets are under investigation to a new line of 'smart' clothes. That and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Jul 26, 2018 • 13min
EU Trade Deal, Mars Lake & Facebook Watch Party (+ Discussing Pilot Shortage with Bobby Laurie) -- Thursday, July 26th, 2018
All the news to know for Thursday, July 26th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from a trade deal to a lake on Mars. Plus: self-driving cars ready to take you shopping. All that and much 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 the bonus Three Question Thursday interview. This week we're talking about the pilot shortage. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Jul 25, 2018 • 7min
Trade War Bailout, Demi Lovato Overdose & Impossible Burger - Wednesday, July 25th, 2018
All the news to know for Wednesday, July 25th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from Trump's trade war remedy to Demi Lovato's possible overdose... and, even a new feature for Google Docs. That and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Jul 24, 2018 • 8min
Security Clearance, Olympic Swimmer Suspended & 3D Scanners - Tuesday, July 24th, 2018
All the news to know for Tuesday, July 24th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from the president's twitter threats, to why airport security lines could get faster. That and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Jul 23, 2018 • 7min
Secret Recordings, Toronto Shooting & Transgender Superhero - Monday, July 23rd, 2018
All the news to know for Monday, July 23rd, 2018! Today, we're talking about a mass shooting in Toronto and a secret recording of the president. Plus: Snapcash, Comic-Con and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Jul 20, 2018 • 8min
Putin Invited, NFL's Anthem Rule & Starbucks 'Signing Store' - Friday, July 20th, 2018
All the news to know for Friday, July 20th, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump's invitation to President Putin, why the NFL hit pause on the national anthem rule and the newest type of Starbucks. That and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes. Today's episode is brought to you by "3 Hours to Your Big Idea" - give John Lee Dumas just three hours and you'll get YOUR BIG IDEA. Go to www.YourBigIdea.io to learn more and sign up.


