

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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Apr 24, 2018 • 7min
Toronto Tragedy, Amazon's Home Robots & Monkey Selfie - Tuesday, April 24th, 2018
All the news to know for Tuesday, April 24th, 2018! Today, we're talking about a tragedy in Toronto, the next U.S. Secretary of State and Southwest Airlines cancels more flights. Plus: a monkey selfie, home robots and Fast and Furious (the cartoon). 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.

Apr 23, 2018 • 7min
White House Visitor, Canceled Flights & Royal Baby - Monday, April 23rd, 2018
All the news to know for Monday, April 23rd, 2018! Today, we're talking about the first official state visit to the White House during Trump's presidency, the hero customer who stopped a shooting and Southwest Airlines canceling flights. Plus: Earth Day, Kate Middleton in labor and the weekend's top movie. 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.

Apr 20, 2018 • 9min
Student Walkouts, Prime Minister Maternity Leave & Scandal Finale - Friday, April 20th, 2018
All the news to know for Friday, April 20th, 2018! Today, we're talking about possible student walkouts, why Wells Fargo faces a $1 billion fine and the first prime minister to take maternity leave. Plus: Netflix movie theaters, Alexa Blueprints and the Scandal series finale. 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.

Apr 19, 2018 • 11min
"Hero" Pilot, Cuba's New Leader & Google's Grasshopper (+ 3QTh with Brian Lawler) - Thursday, April 19th, 2018
All the news you need to know for Thursday, April 19th, 2018! Today, a "hero" pilot, a big change in Cuba's leadership and why Tesla is under investigation. Plus: a planet-hunting satellite named TESS and a new Google game called Grasshopper. 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 with attorney and aviation expert Brian Lawler about the Southwest Airlines plane that made an emergency landing: what happened, what it was like for the pilot and the potential legal ramifications. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Apr 18, 2018 • 7min
Tax Day Extended, Barbara Bush & Blackhawk - Wednesday, April 18th, 2018
All the news to know for Wednesday, April 18th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the extra time to file your taxes, a secret meeting in North Korea and the Southwest Airlines engine explosion. Plus, a drug made from cannabis got FDA staff approval and Steven Spielberg says yes to a superhero movie. 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.

Apr 17, 2018 • 7min
Tax Day, Fake Ringtones & Kendrick Lamar - Tuesday, April 17th, 2018
All the news to know for Tuesday, April 17th, 2018! Today, we're talking Syria, cyber attacks and Sean Hannity. Plus: tax day, fake ringtones, Boston Marathon and Kendrick Lamar. 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.

Apr 16, 2018 • 7min
Trump v. Comey, Egg Recall & Coachella - Monday, April 16th, 2018
All the news to know for Monday, April 16th, 2018! Today, what to know about the airstrikes in Syria and the James Comey interview. Plus: a big egg recall, a smartphone that doesn't connect to the internet and the ACM Awards. 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.

Apr 13, 2018 • 7min
Trade Deal Talk, LinkedIn GIFs & Pink KitKats - Friday, April 13th, 2018
All the news to know for Friday, April 13th, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump reconsidering a pacific trade deal and the controversial opinion of a nominee for federal judge. Plus: the new search tool coming to LinkedIn messenger and the new color of KitKats. 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.

Apr 12, 2018 • 13min
Paul Ryan, Spotify & Mariah Carey (+3QTh with guest Emilie Aries) - Thursday, April 12th, 2018
All the news you need to know for Thursday, April 12th, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump's tweet to Russia and a top Republican who is leaving Congress for good. Plus: Mariah Carey gets personal and the best place to live in America. 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 Equal Pay Day: what it is, what laws are changing and why both women and men should care. Today's guest is Emilie Aries. She's a nationally recognized speaker and the Founder and CEO of Bossed Up, an innovative personal and professional training organization that helps women craft sustainable careers. Emilie is a political organizer turned award-winning women's leadership consultant. She has helped hundreds navigate career transition and prevent burnout. She's been featured through her TED talk, "The Power of No," and is also a regular contributor at Forbes, The Huffington Post, and Levo League. Learn more at www.EmilieAries.com. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Apr 11, 2018 • 8min
Zuck Testifies, Teacher Strike & TJ Miller Trouble - Wednesday, April 11th, 2018
All the news you need to know for Wednesday, April 11th, 2018! Today, it's round two of testimony for Facebook's CEO Mark Zuckerberg, President Trump moves things around to keep an eye on Syria and it's the second week of a statewide teacher strike. Plus, comedian T.J. Miller got in trouble, there's a new social app and expect an iPhone with three camera lenses. 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.


