

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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Aug 31, 2023 • 13min
Idalia's Aftermath, Maui Wants Tourists & New Rules for Weed?- Thursday, August 31, 2023
Hurricane Idalia's impact on Florida, concerns about Mitch McConnell's health, new rule for overtime pay eligibility, plans for a new city in California, late-night TV hosts collaboration, and efforts to rebuild after wildfires in Hawaii.

Aug 30, 2023 • 14min
Idalia Strengthens, Fake Online Accounts & Oscar-Worthy Debuts? - Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Hurricane Idalia's unprecedented strength and potential impact on Florida's coast. New rules for Medicare expected to lower drug prices. FBI's takedown of a destructive cybercriminal tool. Blue-collar workers experiencing faster wage growth. Launch of a new professional women's hockey league.

Aug 29, 2023 • 14min
Hurricane Preps, Trump Ally Testifies & Little League Champs- Tuesday, August 29, 2023
The news to know for Tuesday, August 29, 2023! We're telling you about the latest track and preparations ahead of what could be the first major hurricane of the 2023 Atlantic season. Also, a former White House chief of staff became the first Trump ally to testify in open court. Plus, France is spending hundreds of millions of dollars to destroy wine, the app that helped put podcasts on the map has shut down, and there was a big league-level celebration for America's Little League champions. 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: Miracle Made: https://www.TryMiracle.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

Aug 28, 2023 • 13min
'Diary of a Madman', Hurricane Watch & Controversial Kiss- Monday, August 28, 2023
The news to know for Monday, August 28, 2023! We're telling you about a racist shooting rampage in Florida and where the shooter first tried to go before security sent him running. And we have three major weather events to tell you about: a hurricane on the way, tornadoes that already hit, and an update on the record-breaking heat still hovering over parts of the country. Also, a kiss seen around the world is now leading to calls for a top official to step down. Plus, it's been 60 years since the iconic 'I Have a Dream' speech, there seems to be an exact age for Americans to make their best financial decisions, and Simone Biles set another new record. 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: Miracle Made: https://www.TryMiracle.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

Aug 26, 2023 • 18min
Special Edition: Hackers Targeting Schools - Why & What to Do
Exploring why schools are targeted by cyber criminals and the consequences of cyber attacks. Actionable steps for schools and parents to prevent attacks and safeguard children's information. Importance of cybersecurity in schools and the need for more resources.

Aug 25, 2023 • 13min
Trump's Mugshot, Facebook Users' Deadline & $4 Movie Tickets - Friday, August 25, 2023
The news to know for Friday, August 25, 2023! We have updates about former President Trump's trip to jail, his mugshot now circulating online, and the new investigation into the prosecutor behind the latest charges. Plus, we'll tell you about a first-of-its-kind SpaceX launch with astronauts on board, what you need to do today if you're one of the millions of people who could get money in a Facebook settlement, and the easy way to see any movie in theaters this weekend for just $4. 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: Honeylove: https://www.honeylove.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

Aug 24, 2023 • 13min
Debate Takeaways, Historic Moon Landing & National Sick Day- Thursday, August 24, 2023
Key moments from the GOP debate, Trump's counter-programming, India's moon landing, Hollywood writers' strike, and YouTube's Song Search feature.

Aug 23, 2023 • 13min
First GOP Debate, Another Tropical Storm & Messi Mania- Wednesday, August 23, 2023
The news to know for Wednesday, August 23, 2023! We're telling you about the first presidential debate of the 2024 election season happening today. And just as California recovers from a tropical storm, Texas is dealing with its own. Also, leaders in those two states are sparring again. Plus, some mask mandates are coming back, airport runway safety is top-of-mind-again, and Messi Mania: we'll tell you what the soccer star has done for MLS ticket sales and more. 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: Honeylove: https://www.honeylove.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

Aug 22, 2023 • 13min
More Extreme Heat, Screen Time Study & Fyre Festival Returns- Tuesday, August 22, 2023
The news to know for Tuesday, August 22, 2023! We're telling you about another serious heat wave impacting more than a dozen states. And we have an update about the search efforts on Maui, as well as the president's visit there. Also, a new seat belt law could affect all new cars. We'll explain. Plus, when pregnant women can start getting the new RSV vaccine, what a large new study found about screen time for kids, and remember the Fyre festival disaster? Well, it's coming back. 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: Honeylove: https://www.honeylove.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

Aug 21, 2023 • 13min
Hilary's Impact, Moon Crash & Spain's Historic Win- Monday, August 21, 2023
The news to know for Monday, August 21, 2023! We're telling you about the impact of the first tropical storm to hit southern California in decades and what other natural disaster has forced thousands of people from their homes in Washington. Also, we'll tell you what former President Trump has decided to do instead of showing up at the first Republican presidential debate this week. Plus, which country crashed their spacecraft into the moon, which country won the Women's World Cup, and which movie won the weekend box office despite bringing in less than expected? 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: Honeylove: https://www.honeylove.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


