

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 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

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

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

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

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


