

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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Mar 27, 2018 • 7min
Russians Removed, 2020 Census & Spice Girls Reunion - Tuesday, March 27th, 2018
All the news you need to know for Tuesday, March 27th, 2018! Today, we're talking about tough action against Russia, a new controversial census question and a gun manufacturer filing for bankruptcy. Plus: Apple pitches to educators and the Spice Girls may reunite (as superheroes). 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.

Mar 26, 2018 • 8min
Stormy Daniels, March for Our Lives & #SaveToysRUs - Monday, March 26th, 2018
All the news you need to know for Monday, March 26th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the highlights from the March for Our Lives rally, the Stormy Daniels interview and another ban on transgender troops. Plus: an effort to save Toys "R" Us with GoFundMe, the Final Four is set and the weekend winner at the box office. 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.

Mar 23, 2018 • 9min
Shutdown Avoided, March for Our Lives & Snap Map - Friday, March 23rd, 2018
All the news you need to know for Friday, March 23rd, 2018! Today, we're talking about how the government shutdown was avoided just in time, more tariffs and Trump's lawyer is leaving. Plus: March for Our Lives rally this weekend, Starbucks announced equal pay for all U.S. employees and Snapchat's new Snap Map. 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.

Mar 22, 2018 • 13min
Interest Rate, Mark Zuckerberg & Tennis Ball Debate (+ 3QTh on Uber Crash with Shawn DuBravac) - Thursday, March 22nd, 2018
All the news you need to know for Thursday, March 22nd, 2018! Today, we're talking about new tariffs that could be announced, another government shutdown is looming and Mark Zuckerberg responds to the Facebook fallout. Plus: YouTube's new weapons rule, LinkedIn's list of top U.S. companies and the tennis ball color debate. 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 have past guest Dr. Shawn DuBravac back on the show to discuss the deadly crash involving Uber's self-driving car. DuBravac served as chief economist for the Consumer Technology Association (CTA). He also wrote the New York Times Best Seller Digital Destiny: How the New Age of Data Will Transform the Way We Work, Live, and Communicate. He is president and founder of Astra Insights. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Mar 21, 2018 • 8min
Serial Bomber, Putin Congrats Call & Male Birth Control - Wednesday, March 21st, 2018
All the news you need to know for Wednesday, March 21st, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump's controversial congratulations call, another school shooting and more facebook fallout... Plus: male birth control and the most tweeted about movie ever. 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.

Mar 20, 2018 • 6min
Facebook Privacy, Uber Trouble & Cynthia Nixon - Tuesday, March 20th, 2018
All the news you need to know for Tuesday, March 20th, 2018! Today, more fallout at Facebook over privacy concerns, troubles for Uber's self-driving cars and President Trump's plan for drug dealers. Plus: the first day of Spring comes with storms, a Sex and the City actress is running for governor and a popular sitcom from the 90s returns... 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.

Mar 19, 2018 • 9min
"Fake Memos", Tinder v. Bumble & Powerball Jackpot - Monday, March 19th, 2018
All the news you need to know for Monday, March 19th, 2018! Today, we're talking about what President Trump calls 'fake memos' and why Facebook is under fire again. Plus: glow-in-the-dark cancer cells, 3D printed homes and the dating apps taking it to court. 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.

Mar 16, 2018 • 7min
Bridge Collapse, Cigarette Changes & St. Patrick's Day - Friday, March 16th, 2018
All the news you need to know for Friday, March 16th, 2018! Today, we're talking about a tragic bridge collapse in Miami and the new sanctions imposed on some Russians. Plus: the FDA's plan for less nicotine in cigarettes, Lyft's monthly subscription model and St. Paddy's Day this weekend. 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.

Mar 15, 2018 • 11min
Student Walkouts, Solar Storm & Katy Perry Kiss (+ 3QTh with Susan Harrow) - Thursday, March 15th, 2018
All the news you need to know for Thursday, March 15th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the student walkouts across the country and why the person who was once called 'the next Steve Jobs' is now facing federal charges. Plus: the effects of a solar storm on Earth and a controversial kiss on American Idol. 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 students who survived the school shooting in Florida and the strategies they've used to make sure their message is heard. My guest today is Susan Harrow. She's a world-renowned media coach and author of the best-selling book, Sell Yourself Without Selling Your Soul (HarperCollins). For 28 years she's helped clients shine on Oprah, CBS' 60 Minutes, The Today Show, Good Morning America, and in the New York Times, Inc., O, Parade, People, Vogue etc. Currently, she's created a course called True Shield: Verbal Self-Defense For Girls that teaches young women 12-24 how to protect themselves in 10 of life's most difficult and dangerous situations that they'll likely encounter — and stay safe. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Mar 14, 2018 • 9min
Tillerson Fired, National Geographic Confession & March Madness Millions - Wednesday, March 14th, 2018
All the news you need to know for Wednesday, March 14th, 2018! Today, we're talking about who's in and who's out at the White House and an update on President Trump's trip to California. Plus: National Geographic has a confession, Google's new Bitcoin policy and Warren Buffett's million dollar promise... 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.


