

The NewsWorthy
Erica Mandy
The day's news made fast, fair and fun – in 15 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 friendly twist). Join the tens of thousands of people already listening each weekday!
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Dec 15, 2022 • 13min
Another Rate Hike, Vaccine's Impact & Major League Pickleball- Thursday, December 15, 2022
The news to know for Thursday, December 15, 2022! We'll tell you about the Fed's latest action to try and tame inflation. And the U.S. may send Ukraine a defense system that's more advanced than anything sent so far. Also, we'll explain what a new study found about the positive impact of Covid-19 vaccines, as at least one official wants to investigate the vaccine rollout. Plus, we're covering one of the strictest smoking laws in the world, how a beloved dancer is being remembered, and which teams will compete in the World Cup final. Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Zocdoc.com/newsworthy and ROCKETMoney.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Dec 14, 2022 • 13min
Inflation Slowdown, Cancer Vaccine & Instagram's Twitter- Wednesday, December 14, 2022
The news to know for Wednesday, December 14, 2022! We'll tell you what's considered an encouraging sign for inflation and how it could impact a decision from the Federal Reserve today. Also, a huge fire at a police warehouse has damaged evidence, possibly hindering several cold cases in New York City. Plus, a new type of cancer vaccine is showing promise, a Twitter-like feature is coming to Instagram, and more dads are choosing to stay home with the kids. Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by ROCKETMoney.com/newsworthy and Zocdoc.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Dec 13, 2022 • 13min
FTX Founder Arrested, Border Shelters Overwhelmed & Golden Globes Noms- Tuesday, December 13, 2022
The news to know for Tuesday, December 13, 2022! We're talking about a breakthrough in nuclear fusion: what scientists are expected to announce today and why it's such a big deal. Also, a former crypto billionaire is now facing criminal charges. And we'll tell you where a huge, powerful winter storm is expected to hit today. Plus, what to know about the World Cup now that only four teams are left and another Ticketmaster fiasco over what the company says were fake tickets. And the Golden Globes promised more diversity, but do this year's nominees live up to those promises? Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Zocdoc.com/newsworthy and ROCKETMoney.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Dec 12, 2022 • 13min
Cross-Country Storm, Moon Mission Returns & Twitter Blue Relaunch- Monday, December 12, 2022
The news to know for Monday, December 12, 2022! We'll tell you about a major storm that could bring heavy snow, rain, and tornadoes to the United States. Also, there's been a breakthrough in one of the world's largest terror investigations, and a historic NASA mission just returned to Earth. Plus, dozens of people are getting sued, including celebrities like Madonna, Serena Williams, and Justin Bieber. And we're talking about what Twitter is promising with its revamped subscription service and who won the most prestigious individual award in college football. Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by ROCKETMoney.com/newsworthy and Zocdoc.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Dec 10, 2022 • 16min
Special Edition: 'Tipflation' - When to Tip & When to Skip
Does it seem like you're being asked to tip pretty much everywhere you pay for something these days, including places you've never thought to tip before? There's even a term for it now: "tipflation." Technology has made it easier for more companies to suggest a tip but has it really changed the rules? Also, how much should you tip around the holidays? Renowned etiquette expert Lizzie Post is here with us today to provide some answers. She's the great-great-granddaughter of Emily Post and the co-president of "The Emily Post Institute." Her latest book is "Emily Post's Etiquette, the Centennial Edition" and she's the co-host of the "Awesome Etiquette" podcast. This episode is brought to you by Rothys.com/newsworthy and Kiwico.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes by becoming an insider: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Dec 9, 2022 • 12min
Griner Prisoner Swap, Blizzard Brewing & Twitter's Blacklists - Friday, December 9, 2022
The news to know for Friday, December 9, 2022! We'll tell you what to know about the prisoner swap to bring Brittney Griner home, including who the U.S. had to release back to Russia to make it happen. Also, there's a new Covid-19 vaccine for the youngest Americans, and a storm could bring tornadoes, flooding, and blizzards to the U.S. Plus, which accounts Twitter put on so-called blacklists, why now may be the perfect time to fill up your gas tank, and a historic first for American money. Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Kiwico.com/newsworthy and Rothys.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Dec 8, 2022 • 13min
"Attempted Coup", TikTok Sued & AI Selfies - Thursday, December 8, 2022
The news to know for Thursday, December 8, 2022! What to know about newly-reported classified documents in former President Trump's possession. It was Trump's lawyers who turned them over. Also, one nation's president was arrested, and the new leader is making history as she takes his place. Plus, which state is now suing one of the most popular apps in the world and why, the phrase to tell 'Alexa' if you want to help an Amazon delivery driver, and one of the biggest contracts in baseball's history. Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Rothys.com/newsworthy and Kiwico.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Dec 7, 2022 • 13min
Trump Org Guilty, Warnock Won & TikTok's Most Viral- Wednesday, December 7, 2022
The news to know for Wednesday, December 7, 2022! We're talking about what's next for the Trump Organization now that it's been convicted of fraud and what the former president is saying about it. Also, the outcome of that highly-anticipated runoff in Georgia and a case before the Supreme Court could make a big difference in future elections. Plus, a multi-billion-dollar boost coming from Taiwan to the United States, why Meta's own oversight board is calling for another change, and which TikTok videos went the most viral this year. Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Kiwico.com/newsworthy and Rothys.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Dec 6, 2022 • 13min
Warnock vs. Walker, Real ID Delayed Again & "Goblin Mode" - Tuesday, December 6, 2022
The news to know for Tuesday, December 6, 2022! We're talking about what the CDC is calling the worst flu season in more than a decade, the runoff election the whole country will be watching, and why the REAL ID deadline was extended again. Plus, a rental car company is making amends to customers wrongly accused of stealing cars, a dramatic celebrity defamation case is back in court, and thousands of people say "goblin mode" defines 2022. Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Rothys.com/newsworthy and Kiwico.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Dec 5, 2022 • 13min
Oil Market Shakeup, Team USA Defeated & 'Twitter Files' Released- Monday, December 5, 2022
The news to know for Monday, December 5, 2022! What to know about the final efforts from both political parties to get one more seat in the Senate, and what authorities are calling an intentional, criminal act that caused a mass power outage in one state. Also, the signal protesters in Iran may have made a difference. Plus, an update on Team USA at the World Cup, what the "Twitter Files" did and did not reveal, and the official color of 2023. Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes! Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes for sources and to read more about any of the stories mentioned today. This episode is brought to you by Kiwico.com/newsworthy and Rothys.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider


