

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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May 19, 2023 • 13min
Tech's Legal Victory, Disney Ditches Plans & Griner's Comeback- Friday, May 19, 2023
The news to know for Friday, May 19, 2023! We'll tell you where the debt limit talks stand now and how some Democrats and Republicans want to punish themselves if a deal isn't reached. Also, the FDA and its advisors made two new decisions impacting pregnant women and their babies. Plus, why millions of American car owners could be entitled to thousands of dollars each, how more people can start using ChatGPT, and which famous athlete is making a highly-anticipated comeback 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: Athletic Greens: https://www.AthleticGreens.com/Newsworthy HelloFresh: https://www.HelloFresh.com/Newsworthy16 To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

May 18, 2023 • 13min
Border Help Dispatched, Prince Harry Chased & First TikTok Ban - Thursday, May 18, 2023
The news to know for Thursday, May 18, 2023! We'll explain a new report that says record-breaking heatwaves are likely here to stay and what the Supreme Court decided about one state's ban on assault-style weapons. Also, it was the most drastic step yet to restrict TikTok in the U.S. Plus, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were involved in a car chase; new images of the world's most famous shipwreck could shed new light on what happened; and a popular, Grammy-winning pop star is changing his stage name. 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: Athletic Greens: https://www.AthleticGreens.com/Newsworthy HelloFresh: https://www.HelloFresh.com/Newsworthy16 To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

May 17, 2023 • 13min
Hope for Debt Deal, ChatGPT Boss Testifies & Most Popular Baby Names- Wednesday, May 17, 2023
The news to know for Wednesday, May 17, 2023! We're telling you what President Biden will be doing in Japan this week and why he's decided to come home early. Also, one of the top executives in artificial intelligence has some warnings about his own industry, and he's asking lawmakers to get involved. Plus, where scientists are now able to find human DNA, which NBA team is most likely to get the most-hyped draft pick since LeBron James, and what tops the list of most popular baby names. 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: Athletic Greens: https://www.AthleticGreens.com/Newsworthy HelloFresh: https://www.HelloFresh.com/Newsworthy16 To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

May 16, 2023 • 13min
Report Faults FBI, Lawmaker's Office Attacked & Martha Stewart Makes History- Tuesday, May 16, 2023
The news to know for Tuesday, May 16, 2023! We're telling you about a new report that's been years in the making: why it's criticizing the FBI for investigating the 2016 Trump campaign. Also, a congressman's staffers were attacked, and top leaders in Washington are weighing in on debt limit negotiations that are getting down to the wire. Plus, new technology is meant to enhance security at U.S. airports, there's another "first" for a streaming service when it comes to live sports, and a Sports Illustrated swimsuit cover model is making history. 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: Athletic Greens: https://www.AthleticGreens.com/Newsworthy HelloFresh: https://www.HelloFresh.com/Newsworthy16 To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

May 15, 2023 • 14min
Border Crossings Drop, Historic Heatwave & Tipping at Self-Checkout?- Monday, May 15, 2023
The news to know for Monday, May 15, 2023! We're talking about the surprising outcome at the southern border once a strict immigration policy ended and another began. Also, we'll tell you who's impacted by tornado outbreaks and heatwaves across several states. Plus, how the postal service is making upgrades across the country, why regulators want a recall that could impact tens of millions of drivers, and where the money goes when self-checkout machines ask for a tip. 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: Athletic Greens: https://www.AthleticGreens.com/Newsworthy HelloFresh: https://www.HelloFresh.com/Newsworthy16 To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

May 14, 2023 • 17min
BONUS: Mindfulness Meditation for Mother's Day
Because it is Mother's Day and mental health awareness month, we teamed up with our friends at the Women's Meditation Network to create a special bonus episode. We hope this meditation from Katie Krimitsos allows you to take a few minutes to yourself and relax. Check out Women's Meditation Network: https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/ 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: Rothy's: https://www.Rothys.com/newsworthy Wondery's Podcast "Think Twice: Michael Jackson" on Audible or Amazon Music To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com #MothersDay #Meditation #MentalHealth

May 13, 2023 • 18min
Special Edition: Hustle Culture Reimagined at Work & Home
When it comes to careers and parenting, you don't have to do things the way they've always been done. Our guest, Sarah K Peck, talks about reimagining hustle culture without sacrificing your version of success. Plus, with Mother's Day tomorrow, we'll take some time to discuss the impact on working parents, especially moms. 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: Wondery's Podcast "Think Twice: Michael Jackson" on Audible Rothy's: https://www.Rothys.com/newsworthy To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com #HustleCulture #WorkingParents #MothersDay

May 12, 2023 • 13min
Border Chaos, Peanut Allergy Patch & New Twitter CEO- Friday, May 12, 2023
The news to know for Friday, May 12, 2023! We're telling you about a rush on the U.S.-Mexico border and how it's being managed in overcrowded border cities. Also, the government has a new plan to crack down on a major source of pollution, and record-breaking heat is expected in parts of the U.S. this weekend. Plus, a possible medical breakthrough for toddlers with peanut allergies, who might be replacing Elon Musk as CEO of Twitter, and how Americans are planning to celebrate moms this weekend. 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: Rothy's: https://www.Rothys.com/newsworthy Wondery's Podcast "Think Twice: Michael Jackson" on Audible To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

May 11, 2023 • 13min
Biden Family Finances, OTC Birth Control? & Streaming Apps Merge- Thursday, May 11, 2023
The news to know for Thursday, May 11, 2023! We're telling you about what happens today now that the Covid-19 national and public health emergencies are ending. Also, how authorities are getting ready to respond to a surge at the southern border and why some Republicans are calling attention to the Biden family's financial records. Plus, what FDA advisers decided about over-the-counter birth control pills, how AI is being integrated into dozens more tech products, and a reason to say "thank you" to a teacher or nurse this week. 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: Rothy's: https://www.Rothys.com/newsworthy Wondery's Podcast "Think Twice: Michael Jackson" on Audible To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com

May 10, 2023 • 13min
Trump Held Liable, New Mammogram Guidelines & Historic Best in Show- Wednesday, May 10, 2023
The news to know for Wednesday, May 10, 2023! We're telling you about the outcome of a case against former President Trump: what a jury decided and how the former president responded. Also, the feds uncovered what's believed to be a secret computer network Russia has been using to spy on NATO for decades. Plus, new recommendations for when women should get mammograms, a plan to address inequality inside the financial industry, and announcements from Google about a new Android update, smartphones, lots of AI, 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: Rothy's: https://www.Rothys.com/newsworthy Wondery's Podcast "Think Twice: Michael Jackson" on Audible To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com


