

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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Nov 28, 2023 • 13min
Truce Extended, IG Algorithm Tested & Word of the Year- Tuesday, November 28, 2023
The news to know for Tuesday, November 28, 2023! We'll update you on the ceasefire in the Middle East and why it was extended. Also, aid for Israel is just one of the many issues Congress is grappling with right now. We'll break down a handful of the key issues lawmakers are trying to figure out before the winter break starts next month. Plus, why Instagram is facing new criticism, what Elon Musk did and said during a visit to Israel & all about Merriam-Webster's word of the year. See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode was sponsored by: Uncommon Goods: https://www.UncommonGoods.com/newsworthy CastleFlexx: https://castleflexx.com/discount/news12 To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch

Nov 27, 2023 • 13min
Hostages Released, Winter Weather Warnings & Cyber Monday- Monday, November 27, 2023
The news to know for Monday, November 27, 2023! We're telling you about the situation in Gaza, including how many hostages have been freed and what comes next as a ceasefire enters what could be its final day. Also, wintery weather has been impacting millions of Americans and holiday travelers. Plus, why one of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour shows is under investigation, which movie surprisingly won the top spot at the holiday weekend box office, and what's expected this Cyber Monday. See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode was sponsored by: Uncommon Goods: https://www.UncommonGoods.com/newsworthy CastleFlexx: https://castleflexx.com/discount/news10 To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch

Nov 25, 2023 • 20min
Special Edition: The Sandwich Generation – Young Kids & Aging Parents
Today is about the “sandwich generation.” First, we’re talking logistics and emotions with parent coach and author Jaci Finneman, who shares her top advice on juggling it all while making time for yourself. Then, I’m speaking with financial expert Nick Maggiulli about a few things to keep in mind when it comes to money and caring for everyone around you. Learn more about our guests: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Become an INSIDER for ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp: https://www.BetterHelp.com/NEWSWORTHY This episode was also sponsored by AG1: https://www.drinkAG1.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com #SandwichGeneration #Caregivers #Parenting Jaci Finneman’s No-Problem Parenting Podcast” Free download: "60 Ways to Respond to Your Kids Without Losing Your Cool" Nick Maggiulli’s newsletter “Of Dollars and Data” His book: “Just Keep Buying”

Nov 22, 2023 • 13min
Ceasefire Deal, Busiest Travel Day & Letters to Santa- Wednesday, November 22, 2023
The news to know for Wednesday, November 22, 2023! We're telling you about the biggest diplomatic breakthrough in the Middle East since the war in Gaza began. Both sides agreed to a deal that includes a pause in fighting. Also, we'll update you about severe weather that could disrupt a busy holiday travel day. Plus, a guilty plea from the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, what to expect from this year's Black Friday sales, and how you can help Santa make the holidays extra special for kids around the country. See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp: https://www.BetterHelp.com/NEWSWORTHY This episode was also sponsored by AG1: https://www.drinkAG1.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch

Nov 21, 2023 • 13min
Rough Travel Weather, Voting Rights Challenge & Mystery Dog Illness- Tuesday, November 21, 2023
The news to know for Tuesday, November 21, 2023! We're telling you about a coast-to-coast storm that could start impacting holiday travel plans as soon as today. Also, we'll explain a controversial ruling that's setting up a new battle over voters' rights and the outcome of a historic mafia trial that's been going on for years. Plus, we'll share advice for dog owners as vets deal with a mysterious new illness, what's up next for the tech executive behind ChatGPT now that he's been fired from OpenAI, and where and when you'll be able to ride a record-breaking roller coaster. See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode was sponsored by: CoPilot: https://go.MyCoPilot.com/newsworthy AG1: https://www.drinkAG1.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch

Nov 20, 2023 • 13min
A First Lady’s Legacy, Biggest Rocket Explodes & Cost of Thanksgiving- Monday, November 20, 2023
The news to know for Monday, November 20, 2023! We'll tell you why the world is honoring one of the most influential first ladies in U.S. history and the legacy she leaves behind. Also, we'll update you about what was found inside Gaza's largest hospital that's still at the center of a growing war. Plus, two different well-known tech companies are facing turmoil for different reasons, the second test flight of the biggest rocket ever built ended in another explosion, and can you expect this year's Thanksgiving meal to be more or less expensive than last year's? We'll explain. See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode was sponsored by: Uncommon Goods: https://www.UncommonGoods.com/newsworthy AG1: https://www.drinkAG1.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch

Nov 18, 2023 • 18min
Special Edition: America's Divide Explained & How We Heal
America’s political divide has been growing in recent decades, and it’s gotten to a point where people aren’t just disagreeing with each other — they also dislike each other. Behavioral economics expert Dan Stone, author of “Undue Hate,” has done the research to explain why we’re so divided and offers possible solutions. Learn more about our guests: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Become an INSIDER for ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode was sponsored by: CoPilot: https://go.MyCoPilot.com/newsworthy Lume Deodorant: https://www.LumeDeodorant.com (Listen for the discount code) To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com #Politics #Partisanship #Bias

Nov 17, 2023 • 13min
Protests Stop Traffic, iPhone-to-Android Msgs & Cars on Amazon- Friday, November 17, 2023
Protests cause traffic delays and clashes with police, bipartisan effort to remove a lawmaker from Congress, crackdown on fake designer bags in NYC, launch of powerful rocket, ability to buy cars on Amazon

Nov 16, 2023 • 13min
Violent Protest, 2024 Primary Drama & 'Red Cup Rebellion'- Thursday, November 16, 2023
The news to know for Thursday, November 16, 2023! We're talking about the various accounts of what's happening at the largest hospital in Gaza and why it's hard to know what's actually going on. Also, it looks like New Hampshire isn't willing to give up its spot in the presidential primaries, directly going after Democrats' plans. And as expected, Congress took another step to avoid a government shutdown. Plus, we'll tell you what a new report recommends to keep air travel safe, why some Starbucks workers plan to walk off the job today, and how to book an overnight stay at Martha Stewart's house today. See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider This episode was sponsored by: CoPilot: https://go.MyCoPilot.com/newsworthy Lume Deodorant: https://www.LumeDeodorant.com (Listen for the discount code) To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch

Nov 15, 2023 • 14min
Gaza Hospital Raided, Capitol Hill Drama & AI Weather Forecasts- Wednesday, November 15, 2023
The news to know for Wednesday, November 15, 2023! What to know about a bipartisan deal in Congress to avoid a government shutdown and why things got heated on Capitol Hill after that vote. Also, there has been a major development in the Middle East as Israeli soldiers raid Gaza's largest hospital. Plus, we'll tell you how the cost of climate change has shifted in recent decades, how AI could usher in a new era for weather forecasting and another record-breaking deal for women's soccer. See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Sign-up for our bonus weekly email: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch This episode was sponsored by: CoPilot: https://go.MyCoPilot.com/newsworthy Lume Deodorant: https://www.LumeDeodorant.com (Listen for the discount code) To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com