

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 11, 2024 • 14min
Severe Storms, Drinking Water Rule & CinemaCon Reveals- Thursday, April 11, 2024
The news to know for Thursday, April 11, 2024! We're talking about severe storms that brought damage to several states and where they're headed today. Also, another typically routine vote sent the U.S. House spiraling into chaos. And the women who inspired 'Rosie the Riveter' finally got a proper thank you. Plus, the first national limits on forever chemicals in water, why we might not see an interest rate cut this year after all, and new previews for some of the most highly-anticipated upcoming movies. Those stories and more news to know in about 10 minutes! See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Episode Sponsors: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code NEWSWORTHY at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod Get a special deal with Hiya for their best selling children's vitamin: receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/NEWSWORTHY To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Apr 10, 2024 • 14min
1800s Abortion Ban Returns, New Boeing Whistleblower & ‘Scrabble’ Revamped- Wednesday, April 10, 2024
The news to know for Wednesday, April 10, 2024! We're talking about one of the strictest abortion bans in the country, now allowed because of a law passed in the 19th century. Also, remember the rare case of parents being held responsible for their son's school shooting? We'll tell you how long they'll spend in prison. And Boeing faces another setback as a whistleblower brings up new safety concerns. Plus, what to know if your eyes have been bothering you since the eclipse, how the U.S. is cracking down on toxins released at chemical plants, and the first change in 75 years coming to a classic game. Those stories and more news to know in about 10 minutes! See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Episode Sponsors: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code NEWSWORTHY at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ NEWSWORTHY To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Apr 9, 2024 • 13min
Lawmakers' To-Do List, Eclipse Celebrations & Most-Watched Shows- Tuesday, April 9, 2024
The news to know for Tuesday, April 9, 2024! We'll tell you what's on the agenda for lawmakers as they return to the nation's capital, from funding to impeachment. And we're talking about President Biden's latest plan to erase student loan debt. Will it hold up? Also, traffic jams, marriage ceremonies, and scientific experiments: Americans' reactions to the solar eclipse. Plus, who came out on top in the March Madness finale, some of the best deals available during Target's big spring sales event, and which shows are the most watched on streaming services... Those stories and more news to know in about 10 minutes! See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Episode Sponsors: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code NEWSWORTHY at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod Visit vessi.com/newsworthy for 15% off your first purchase! To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Apr 8, 2024 • 14min
Eclipse Excitement, Trump’s Record Fundraiser & March Madness Champs- Monday, April 8, 2024
Rare total solar eclipse, Trump's fundraising record, changes in Gaza conflict, Boeing jet issues, NCAA women's basketball champs, preview of men's championship, earthquake in New Jersey, skincare tips, laundry pod recall, AI labels on social media

Apr 6, 2024 • 18min
Special Edition: Border Talks Pt. 2 - How to Fix the Crisis?
Theresa Cardinal Brown from the Bipartisan Policy Center discusses fixing the immigration crisis at the southern border. Topics include bipartisan solutions, legal uncertainties, challenges in passing legislation, complexities of immigration policy, and the need for global collaboration to address the migration crisis.

Apr 5, 2024 • 14min
Biden Pressures Israel, Northeast Power Outages & Eclipse Mania- Friday, April 5, 2024
President Biden pressures Israel, judge rules on migrant children safety, eclipse tourism boom, X resembling Twitter, and March Madness final games anticipation

Apr 4, 2024 • 14min
NATO Turns 75, Cross-Species Flu & Fastest-Growing School Sport - Thursday, April 4, 2024
NATO's 75th anniversary meeting, tech company data breaches, bird flu outbreaks, impending New England snow storm, streaming service price hike, and the surprising popularity of girls wrestling in high school sports.

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Apr 3, 2024 • 14min
Netanyahu’s Apology, Oregon Recriminalizes Drugs & Celebrity Billionaires- Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Topics discussed include the impact of an attack on aid workers in Gaza, Oregon's shift in drug possession laws, severe storms causing damage, the closure of a famed Vegas hotel, celebrities on the Forbes billionaires list, and trends in work culture with early Friday sign-offs and a four-day work week.

Apr 2, 2024 • 14min
Florida’s Abortion Rulings, Fast Food Wage Hike & ‘Cowboy Carter’ Breaks Records- Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Middle East tensions escalate, Florida abortion ban, fast-food wage hike, April Fools' jokes, election updates, Beyonce's 'Cowboy Carter' album

Apr 1, 2024 • 14min
Widespread Severe Weather, AT&T Data Breach & April Fools’ Day- Monday, April 1, 2024
The news to know for Monday, April 1, 2024! We're talking about the major storm system that's expected to bring the risk of severe weather to millions of Americans. Also, we'll explain what's behind the biggest protest in Israel since the start of the war in Gaza... Plus, what to know about next week's highly-anticipated solar eclipse, and about a data breach might have impacted millions of AT&T customers. We're also looking at how April Fools' Day is celebrated around the world... Those stories and even more news to know in about 10 minutes! See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Thanks to today's sponsors: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code NEWSWORTHY at LumeDeodorant.com! Get a special deal with Hiya for their best selling children's vitamin: receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/NEWSWORTHY To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com