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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Feb 1, 2024 • 14min
Zuckerberg's Apology, Students Rebound & Elmo's Wellness Check- Thursday, February 1, 2024
Mark Zuckerberg's rare public apology for social media dangers, bipartisan tax bill passing the House, Fed decision on interest rates, better-than-expected student scores post-pandemic, disappearance of popular songs from TikTok, trending online conversation sparked by Elmo
Jan 31, 2024 • 14min
Historic Impeachment Vote, Alaska Snow Records & Elton John Wins Again- Wednesday, January 31, 2024
This podcast covers a historic impeachment vote, Alaska snow records, a criminal investigation of a member of Congress, the 'siege' of Paris, a rise in STIs, and Elton John's latest accolade.
Jan 30, 2024 • 13min
Deadly Drone Mix-Up, Top Skater Banned & Most-Streamed Shows- Tuesday, January 30, 2024
The podcast covers a deadly drone mix-up that killed three American soldiers, a potential discovery of Amelia Earhart's long-lost plane, the ban of figure skater Kamila Valleva, CPAP machine recall, OpenAI's partnership for AI safety, and streaming trends like the dominance of children's content.
Jan 29, 2024 • 13min
American Troops Killed, Trump Owes $83M+ & Super Bowl Set- Monday, January 29, 2024
American troops killed in Middle East, verdict in trial involving former President Trump, tax fraud protection by filing early, Super Bowl teams revealed, Taylor Swift fans protect her from AI trend, world's largest cruise ship sets sail.
Jan 27, 2024 • 20min
Special Edition: Streaming in 2024 – Ads, Live Sports, Movies & More
Renowned industry expert Dan Rayburn discusses trends in streaming services, including the rise of ad-supported plans, frustration of sports fans with fragmented content, licensing deals' impact on viewership, and the differences between pay TV and streaming platforms.
Jan 26, 2024 • 13min
Trump Testifies, Historic Fog & Holocaust Survivor Band- Friday, January 26, 2024
The news to know for Friday, January 26, 2024! We're telling you about former President Trump's testimony at a defamation trial and why one of his White House advisors was just sentenced to prison. Also, a state execution used a first-of-its-kind method. Plus, record-breaking fog is impacting much of the United States, an experimental procedure helped deaf kids hear, and Lebron James once again made history. Those stories and even more news to know in today's episode... 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 Get 20% OFF Honeylove by going to honeylove.com/Newsworthy! #honeylovepod Control Body Odor anywhere with Lume Deodorant and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that's over 40% off) with promo code NEWSWORTHY at LumeDeodorant.com! #lumepod To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com
Jan 25, 2024 • 13min
Record Voter Turnout, Russian Plane Shot Down & Rat Hole Chaos- Thursday, January 25, 2024
Record turnout in New Hampshire primary. UN shelter attacked in Gaza. Warning about opioid-mimicking supplement. John Stewart returning to The Daily Show. Viral 'rat hole' causing frustration in Chicago neighborhood.
Jan 24, 2024 • 13min
Frontrunners Forge Ahead, Mexico vs. Gunmakers & Knockout Netflix Deal- Wednesday, January 24, 2024
The news to know for Wednesday, January 24, 2024! We're telling you about the results of the nation's first presidential primary. Also, NATO is one step closer to expanding again. And people across the U.S. are being overwhelmed by flash flooding. Plus, local governments are paying off medical bills for millions of Americans, a multi-billion-dollar deal is bringing live sports to Netflix, and we have the list of who was nominated and who was snubbed for this year's Academy Awards. 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 20% OFF Honeylove by going to honeylove.com/Newsworthy! #honeylovepod Control Body Odor anywhere with Lume Deodorant and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that's over 40% off) with promo code NEWSWORTHY at LumeDeodorant.com! #lumepod To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch
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Jan 23, 2024 • 12min
First Primary Election, Border Barrier Battle & Amateur Beats Pros- Tuesday, January 23, 2024
First primary election in New Hampshire, Supreme Court ruling on border barrier, blood test for Alzheimer's, regulatory checks for Boeing, college sophomore beating pro golfers.
Jan 22, 2024 • 13min
Trump-Haley Matchup, Moon Milestone & Movie Musicals Triumph - Monday, January 22, 2024
A major presidential candidate dropped out of the race. The moon landing by Japan in the new space race is a milestone. Alec Baldwin is facing criminal charges for a deadly shooting on a movie set. Thousands of professors, lecturers, librarians, and coaches are going on strike. Coach Tara Vanderveer broke the NCAA record for the most college basketball wins.
