The NewsWorthy

Erica Mandy
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Nov 14, 2023 • 13min

Mass DC Rally, SCOTUS Ethics Code & Sounds of Xmas- Tuesday, November 14, 2023

The news to know for Tuesday, November 14, 2023! We'll tell you about a giant rally in the nation's capital today that's expected to bring out thousands of marchers, politicians, and law enforcement. Also, what's included in the Supreme Court's first code of conduct and why some say it's not enough. Plus, how a closed Los Angeles interstate might impact people across the country, what a new study found about the weight loss drug Wegovy, and why some stores are already offering discounts ahead of Black Friday. 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
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Nov 13, 2023 • 14min

Hospitals in Crossfire, Interstate Shut Down & 'Silver Spending' - Monday, November 13, 2023

The news to know for Monday, November 13, 2023! We're talking about hospitals in the crossfire of the war between Israel and Hamas and how both sides are blaming each other again. And what we know about American service members killed in the region. Also, which GOP presidential candidate is calling it quits? Plus, what to know about a new vaccine approved in the United States, why one of the most congested roads in America shut down, and how to celebrate World Kindness Day and get free food while you're at it. 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
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Nov 11, 2023 • 15min

Special Edition: Swiftie Mania Explained

These days, it seems Taylor Swift is everywhere. Social scientist Dr. Pamela Rutledge shares the psychology of why we can't seem to look away from the singer's every move. Then, Dr. Leslie Rasmussen, a PR expert and a "Swiftie" herself, gives her take on whether the romance with Travis Kelce is real or for PR. 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: 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 #TaylorSwift #Swifties #TravisKelce Dr. Rutledge's "Digital Brains & Behavior" newsletter Dr. Rasmussen's research on parasocial interaction
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Nov 10, 2023 • 13min

Pauses in Fighting, Senate Shake-Up? & Dr. Ruth's New Job- Friday, November 10, 2023

The news to know for Friday, November 10, 2023! We're telling you about a new plan for daily pauses in fighting in Gaza and efforts to provide much-needed aid. Also, a highly-anticipating meeting is bringing President Biden face-to-face with one of America's biggest adversaries. And one U.S. Senator's decision not to run for reelection could shift the balance of power at the nation's capitol. Plus, we're talking about a first for carbon-removal technology, which two holidays will be happening this weekend, and why a well-known sex therapist will be working for the state of New York. 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
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Nov 9, 2023 • 13min

U.S. Strikes Back, GOP Debate Takeaways & Actors Strike Ends- Thursday, November 9, 2023

The news to know for Thursday, November 9, 2023! We're telling you about how the U.S. is now responding to a series of attacks on American troops overseas and what top Hamas leaders are admitting about their vision for Gaza and desire for 'permanent' war. Also, what controversial issues had Republicans butting heads at last night's GOP debate? Plus, we'll explain the deal that's ending a historic actors' strike, the FDA's decision to approve an Ozempic rival for weight loss, and highlights from the biggest night in country music. 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
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Nov 8, 2023 • 13min

Dems Sweep Elections, Lawmaker Censured & Sexiest Man Alive- Wednesday, November 8, 2023

The news to know for Wednesday, November 8, 2023! We'll bring you the key takeaways from this week's statewide elections and what the results could mean for 2024. Also, American lawmakers punished a congresswoman who's been vocal about the war in Gaza. We'll explain why. Plus, we're talking about growing interest in surgically implanted brain chips from Elon Musk, a noticeable change coming to every Walmart store, and how Gen Z seems to be shaking up the workplace for everyone. 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

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