

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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Jun 24, 2023 • 14min
Special Edition: Top TV Shows Delayed? Writers Strike Explained
Today, we're talking about the ongoing standoff between Hollywood's writers and the studios that employ them. Los Angeles Times staff writer Anousha Sakoui is here to discuss how the strike impacts the shows and movies many of us watch, why technology is at the core of the negotiations, and much more. 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: ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com #WritersStrike #Hollywood #TVandMovies

Jun 23, 2023 • 13min
"Catastrophic Implosion", Tornado Outbreak & Musk vs. Zuck- Friday, June 23, 2023
The news to know for Friday, June 23, 2023! We'll tell you what happened to that missing tour sub that was trying to reach the Titanic, and we'll discuss the criticism over why that tragedy got more attention than another one. Also, tomorrow marks one year since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. We'll explain how groups on both sides of the issue plan to mark the milestone. Plus, why Canadians won't be able to see any news on Facebook or Instagram, well-known tech billionaires in the U.S. are challenging each other to a physical fight, and the surprisingly easy way to get a mental health boost each day. 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: ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/newsworthy AG1: https://www.drinkAG1.com/NEWSWORTHY To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Jun 22, 2023 • 14min
Final Chance for Rescue, Lab-Grown Meat & Wemby Fever- Thursday, June 22, 2023
The news to know for Thursday, June 22, 2023! We're telling you about what search crews have been hearing near where a Titanic tour group went missing as time for a rescue is running out. Also, we're talking about a growing debate over ethics in the Supreme Court and the latest report card for how 13-year-olds are doing in school. Plus, lab-grown meat from animal cells is now allowed to be sold in the United States, population trends are changing in big cities, and this year's NBA draft is especially noteworthy for basketball fans. 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: ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/newsworthy HelloFresh: https://www.HelloFresh.com/Newsworthy16 To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Jun 21, 2023 • 14min
New Hope in Deep Sea Search, Hunter Biden Guilty Plea & Summer Solstice - Wednesday, June 21, 2023
The news to know for Wednesday, June 21, 2023! We'll update you about underwater noises detected in the search for a missing deep-water vessel with tourists inside. Also, it looks like the president's son, Hunter Biden, will plead guilty to new charges. And we'll tell you about some lawmakers' efforts to impeach President Biden. Plus, a brutal heatwave continues in Texas; police are searching the French Olympics headquarters; and Netflix created a new website connected to one of its popular shows. 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: ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/newsworthy AG1: https://www.drinkAG1.com/NEWSWORTHY To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Jun 20, 2023 • 13min
Hurricane Expected, Titanic Tour Missing & Drinking Myth Disproved- Tuesday, June 20, 2023
The news to know for Tuesday, June 20, 2023! We're talking about two storm systems. Both are considered rare for this time of year. Also, there's an urgent search underway to find a tour group that disappeared on its way to the Titanic shipwreck site. Plus, we'll tell you how some companies are marking World Refugee Day, what researchers learned when they tested a common theory about heavy drinking, and how much it costs for the newest tickets to space. 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: ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/newsworthy AG1: https://www.drinkAG1.com/NEWSWORTHY To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Jun 19, 2023 • 13min
Brutal Heatwave, Juneteenth Holiday & Box Office Flops- Monday, June 19, 2023
The news to know for Monday, June 19, 2023! We're telling you about a brutal heatwave that brought severe storms to the east and wildfire concerns to the west. Also, a new report details more concerns with one city's police department. Now, the federal government is calling for an overhaul. Plus, one airline says it's figured out the tricks to prevent jet lag, your Reddit feed might be filled with pictures of just one person, and how much money do you need to be able to call yourself rich? 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: ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/newsworthy HelloFresh: https://www.HelloFresh.com/Newsworthy16 To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Jun 17, 2023 • 20min
Special Edition: Legal Case & Media Bias Against Trump
We're doing a deep dive into the federal charges against former President Donald Trump. We're discussing it from a lot of different angles: National security, legal, political, and how it's being covered across various media outlets. First up is legal expert Jamil Jaffer, the founder and executive director of the National Security Institute. Then, we'll hear from Henry Brechter, the Editor-in-chief of AllSides. 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: drinkAG1.com/NEWSWORTHY Rothy's: https://www.Rothys.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com #ClassifiedDocuments #DonaldTrump #NationalSecurity

Jun 16, 2023 • 13min
Adoption Law Ruling, XBB Variant Shots & Netflix Bites - Friday, June 16, 2023
The news to know for Friday, June 16, 2023! We're talking about a cyberattack that targeted some of the biggest government agencies, universities, banks, and state governments in the country. Also, a Supreme Court case pitted Native American tribes against a foster couple from Texas. Plus, what some of the biggest ticketing companies are doing about hidden fees, Netflix wants to help you binge on more than shows, and firefighters found a time capsule from more than 100 years ago. We'll tell you what was inside. 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: drinkAG1.com/NEWSWORTHY HelloFresh: https://www.HelloFresh.com/Newsworthy16 To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Jun 15, 2023 • 13min
Fed Holds Steady, Banning Book Bans & Morality Research- Thursday, June 15, 2023
The news to know for Thursday, June 15, 2023! We're telling you about a change in the Federal Reserve's strategy to get inflation under control. Also, how former President Trump's 2024 presidential campaign is going now that he's been charged with federal crimes. Plus, what to do if you have frozen fruit that's now connected to an outbreak, why reps for some of the biggest names in music are suing Twitter, and what researchers found about morality. 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: drinkAG1.com/NEWSWORTHY ZocDoc: https://www.ZocDoc.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

Jun 14, 2023 • 13min
Trump's Latest Plea, Inflation Cools & New Hockey Champs- Wednesday, June 14, 2023
The news to know for Wednesday, June 14, 2023! We're telling you about a history-making court date for President Trump and how he explained the classified documents case to his supporters. Also, what's getting more and less expensive for Americans ahead of the Federal Reserve's next interest rate decision? Plus, some new data about moms in the workforce, why some popular websites were down this week, and who just won their first-ever Stanley 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: AG1: drinkAG1.com/NEWSWORTHY Rothy's: https://www.Rothys.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com


