

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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Jul 12, 2023 • 14min
Vermont’s Emergency, Bank’s Fake Accounts & Taylor Fans vs Ticketmaster (Again)- Wednesday, July 12, 2023
The news to know for Wednesday, July 12, 2023! We're telling you about what could be record-breaking flooding in New England and what the forecast looks like for the rest of the week. Also, NATO says it plans to accept Ukraine as a member, but the Ukrainian president still says the alliance is being "absurd." We'll explain. Plus, why some Bank of America customers are eligible for a payout, how Taylor Swift proved to be too big for Ticketmaster again, and which city was just named the best American travel destination for the 11th year in a row. 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: AG1: https://www.drinkAG1.com/NEWSWORTHY HelloFresh: https://www.HelloFresh.com/Newsworthy16 To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Jul 11, 2023 • 13min
32nd NATO Member, Hillside Homes Collapse & Prime Day Deals- Tuesday, July 11, 2023
The news to know for Tuesday, July 11, 2023! We're telling you about a breakthrough in negotiations, paving the way for another historic NATO expansion, and why there's new concern about the readiness of the American military. Also, extreme weather is impacting nearly every corner of the U.S. with heavy rains, record-breaking heat, and landslides. Plus, why one presidential hopeful is giving money away, what kind of deals you can expect now that Amazon's Prime Day is here, and how a father and son made history at last night's MLB home run derby. 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: AG1: https://www.drinkAG1.com/NEWSWORTHY ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Jul 10, 2023 • 13min
Extreme Flooding, Hazing Allegations & Harry Styles Hit- Monday, July 10, 2023
The news to know for Monday, July 10, 2023! What to know about flash flooding affecting several states, including the impact on travelers and how long it's expected to last. Also, the latest efforts to rein in surprise healthcare costs and new hazing allegations against a major college football team. Plus, why a famous comedian is suing the company behind ChatGPT, the most recent pop star to get hurt in what seems to be a new trend at concerts, and what's next for an iconic athlete who's already won two world cups and an Olympic gold medal. 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: AG1: https://www.drinkAG1.com/NEWSWORTHY ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Jul 8, 2023 • 20min
Special Edition: Design Your Ideal Summer w/ The Lazy Genius
Summer is in full swing. If you tend to set high expectations for this season, only to have your plans sometimes fall flat, you're not alone! “The Lazy Genius” Kendra Adachi is here to help us take the stress out of summer so you can actually enjoy it. The Lazy Genius Summer Docket 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: HelloFresh: https://www.HelloFresh.com/Newsworthy16 To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com #Summer2023 #SummerPlans #SummerBreak

Jul 7, 2023 • 13min
Controversial Weapons, ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Water & Twitter Threatens Threads- Friday, July 7, 2023
The news to know for Friday, July 7, 2023! We're talking about the weapons the U.S. plans to send Ukraine and why they're so controversial. Also, we'll tell you what a new federal study found about chemicals in America's drinking water and what you can do about it. Plus, a big step toward getting more Americans a breakthrough Alzheimer's treatment, how Twitter is responding to a new Meta app that's become the most rapidly-downloaded app in history, and which one of the world's most popular bands just announced its final tour. 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: AG1: https://www.drinkAG1.com/NEWSWORTHY HelloFresh: https://www.HelloFresh.com/Newsworthy16 To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Jul 6, 2023 • 13min
Largest Economies Meet, Looming UPS Strike & Launching ‘Twitter Killer’ - Thursday, July 6, 2023
The news to know for Thursday, July 6, 2023! We're telling you about the latest high-profile trip to China and what to know about cocaine found in the west wing of the White House. Plus, what the maker of ChatGPT plans to do now to protect society from its own product, why Instagram's new app is being called a "Twitter killer," and when do humans reach their mental and physical peaks? New research breaks it down. 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: AG1: https://www.drinkAG1.com/NEWSWORTHY HelloFresh: https://www.HelloFresh.com/Newsworthy16 To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Jul 5, 2023 • 13min
Search for Shooters, Post-Holiday Travel, & Grammys Allow AI- Wednesday, July 5, 2023
The news to know for Wednesday, July 5, 2023! We're telling you where millions of Americans can expect a round of severe storms today and what to know about two mass shootings. Also, a major two-day military operation just ended in the Middle East. Plus, a warning about what you might get in the mail that's not actually from the IRS, why Harvard is being sued over its admissions process again, and what's likely behind more Americans working into their 80s. 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: HelloFresh: https://www.HelloFresh.com/Newsworthy16 To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Jul 3, 2023 • 13min
Controversial Rulings, French Riots & Flying Car Preorders- Monday, July 3, 2023
The news to know for Monday, July 3, 2023! We're talking about rulings in some of the most anticipated cases of this Supreme Court term, from student debt relief to LGBTQ rights to religious rights. We'll tell you what they mean for Americans moving forward. Also, we'll explain some of the new state laws that went into effect over the weekend concerning education, abortion, marijuana, and more. Plus, how the government wants to make online reviews more reliable, why Twitter is limiting how many tweets users can see, and the world's first flying car available for pre-order now. 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: HelloFresh: https://www.HelloFresh.com/Newsworthy16 To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Jul 1, 2023 • 20min
Special Edition: Redefining Fairness – Affirmative Action Overturned
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled affirmative action in college admissions is unconstitutional. Today, we’re replaying the conversations we had back in April, where we reviewed what the cases were about and the wide-reaching impact of the decision. You’ll hear from Supreme Court reporter Amy Howe and UCONN Director of Admissions Vern Granger. 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: AG1: https://www.drinkAG1.com/NEWSWORTHY To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com #AffirmativeAction #SupremeCourt #CollegeAdmissions

Jun 30, 2023 • 13min
End of Affirmative Action, Record Travel Expected & Sriracha Shortage- Friday, June 30, 2023
The news to know for Friday, June 30, 2023! We're telling you about the Supreme Court's historic decision to ban affirmative action in college admissions. We'll review the case, the high court's opinion, and reactions so far. Also, should a sheriff's deputy face prison time for not confronting a school shooter? We'll tell you the jury's verdict. Plus, get ready for record-breaking 4th of July travel; it could cost you big money for sriracha these days; and a typo led to thousands of people donating to a good cause. 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: AG1: https://www.drinkAG1.com/NEWSWORTHY To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com