

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 27, 2023 • 13min
Another Rate Hike, Kevin Spacey Acquitted & Automakers Team Up - Thursday, July 27, 2023
The news to know for Thursday, July 27, 2023! What to know about another interest rate hike that brings the rate to the highest we've seen since 2001. Also, what Sen. McConnell had to say after he froze mid-sentence while talking to reporters, and why there was an unexpected turn-of-events in the Hunter Biden legal case. Plus: what to watch for exactly one year before the next Olympic Games, why seven of the world's largest automakers are teaming up, and the new foldable smartphones in the spotlight this week... We have those stories and more news to know in about 10 minutes! 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: BetterHelp: https://www.BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and AG1: https://www.drinkAG1.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Jul 26, 2023 • 13min
UFO Hearing, LeBron's Son Collapses & Pay Gap Closing- Wednesday, July 26, 2023
The news to know for Wednesday, July 26, 2023! We'll tell you why the federal government might have to change how it handles immigration on the southern border. Also, what to expect today when a former intelligence official and two veterans testify about UFOs? Plus, why there are new sort-of natural hot tubs forming off the coast, how American working women are closing the pay gap, and who just signed the richest contract in NBA history despite never winning a championship? 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: BetterHelp: https://www.BetterHelp.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

Jul 25, 2023 • 13min
Chaos in Israel, Feds vs. Texas & Twitter on TikTok- Tuesday, July 25, 2023
The news to know for Tuesday, July 25th, 2023! We're talking about a controversial law in Israel that could sink the country further into a political crisis. We have reactions from inside Israel and here in the U.S. Also, it's the White House versus Texas. They're going to court over some hardline enforcement at the U.S.-Mexico border. Plus, we'll tell you which Republican presidential candidates have qualified for the first debate, why one country song has been especially divisive, and how TikTok is now challenging what used to be called Twitter. 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: BetterHelp: https://www.BetterHelp.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

Jul 24, 2023 • 13min
Tourists Evacuate, "Weekend Warriors" & Bye Bye (Twitter) Birdie- Monday, July 24, 2023
The news to know for Monday, July 24, 2023! We're talking about more extreme heat across the U.S. and the world. A popular tourist spot is now dealing with what could be the largest evacuation effort for the country because of wildfires. Also, say goodbye to Twitter. The social media platform has a new name. Plus, we'll tell you how a new study says exercising only on the weekends could impact your health and why it costs about the same to buy a new house as an old one. 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: BetterHelp: https://www.BetterHelp.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

Jul 22, 2023 • 20min
Special Edition: America's Fastest-Growing Sport (Pickleball!)
We're talking about the fastest-growing sport in America: pickleball! I'm chatting with someone who has a lot of influence on the game's future – Tom Webb, who is the chief marketing officer for the Association of Pickleball Players. Then, pickleball physical therapist Dr. Sarah Leong-Lopes joins me to talk about the uptick in injuries as the sport gets more popular, and how to avoid getting hurt. 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: Miracle Made: www.TryMiracle.com/newsworthy ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com #Pickleball #PickleballInjuries #ProPickleball Association of Pickleball Players: Website, YouTube, Instagram Dr. Leong-Lopes: PHASE app, Pickleball Physio podcast, Website

Jul 21, 2023 • 13min
Violent Crime Down, Record NFL Fine & 'Barbenheimer' Bonanza - Friday, July 21, 2023
The news to know for Friday, July 21, 2023! We're telling you about a so-called sanctuary city now telling migrants not to come and why thousands of highly-skilled workers in the U.S. are trying to get to Canada. Also, a historic heatwave is now starting to put a strain on America's healthcare system. Plus, a possible breakthrough in the murder of rapper Tupac Shakur, an NFL team sold for a record price, and a "Barbenheimer" bonanza. We'll explain what's behind the bizarre movie mashup. 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: www.TryMiracle.com/newsworthy ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Jul 20, 2023 • 14min
Hunter Biden Hearing, History Lessons Changed & Team USA Three-Peat?- Thursday, July 20, 2023
The news to know for Thursday, July 20, 2023! We'll tell you what two whistleblowers had to say about "special treatment" allegedly given to the president's son. Also, we're talking about which state is making controversial changes to the history lessons allowed in schools and why some colleges are doing away with legacy admissions. Plus, which popular fast-food chain is telling employees they're not allowed to wear masks, how are the Hollywood strikes impacting a major pop culture event, and will Team USA make soccer history at the Women's World Cup? 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: www.TryMiracle.com/newsworthy ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Jul 19, 2023 • 14min
Another Trump Indictment?, Banning Cash Bail & Loud Quitting- Wednesday, July 19, 2023
The news to know for Wednesday, July 19, 2023! We're telling you about the latest sign former President Trump could be indicted again soon. Also, an American soldier is in North Korean custody, Illinois became the first state to do away with cash bail, and President Biden has a new plan to forgive student loans. Plus, TikTok debuted Elevate for musicians, the Powerball jackpot hit $1 billion, and the latest work trend is loud quitting. 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: www.TryMiracle.com/newsworthy ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Jul 18, 2023 • 13min
Second Bridge Attack, Smoky Skies & Swift's New Record- Tuesday, July 18, 2023
The news to know for Tuesday, July 18, 2023! We're talking about a key bridge for the Russian military that was attacked for the second time in nine months and the end of a deal between Russia and Ukraine that was billed as a "beacon of hope." Also, we'll tell you which parts of the U.S. are again blanketed in unhealthy air from wildfires while other parts of the U.S. make extreme heat history. Plus, another breakthrough against RSV in young children, a price drop in popular electric vehicles, and Taylor Swift does it again with another record on the Billboard charts. 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: www.TryMiracle.com/newsworthy ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Jul 17, 2023 • 14min
Heat Sweeps Globe, Tourists Damage History & 'Fountain of Youth' Pill? - Monday, July 17, 2023
The news to know for Monday, July 17, 2023! We're telling you about a life-threatening heat wave that's impacting about a third of the country. It's expected to reach new highs this week. Also, the IRS says nearly 1.5 million Americans are owed money from the government, but today is the last day to claim it. Plus, researchers say they are on track to find the elusive "fountain of youth"; UPS is preparing for what could be the largest American labor strike in more than 60 years; and Barbie fans can stay in their own Malibu Dream House for free. 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: Miracle Made: www.TryMiracle.com/newsworthy ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com


