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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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Nov 19, 2022 • 18min
Special Edition: Division at the Dinner Table - How to Talk Politics With Loved Ones
The midterms are now behind us but they brought up some pretty divisive issues in American society. With Thanksgiving coming up, we want to discuss how to make sure political differences don't divide family and friends. Today, you'll hear advice from Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers. They're the hosts of the popular podcast "Pantsuit Politics" and they've written two books to establish basic rules of engagement, even when the people talking have vastly different viewpoints. Their latest book is called "Now What? How To Move Forward When We're Divided About Basically Everything." This episode is brought to you by Indeed.com/newsworthy and Kiwico.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes by becoming an insider: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Nov 18, 2022 • 13min
Pelosi Passes Gavel, 'Crippling' Snowstorm & #RIPTwitter?- Friday, November 18, 2022
The news to know for Friday, November 18, 2022! What to know about a big leadership shakeup in the federal government. People on both sides of the aisle are responding. Also, nearly the entire country is dealing with colder-than-usual weather for this time of year. One city has basically shut down and even an NFL team is relocating. Plus, which airport is considered the best in the U.S., and what prompted Twitter to suddenly close its office doors. And it was a record-breaking yet frustrating fiasco for Taylor Swift fans. The public sale for concert tickets has now been canceled. 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 Indeed.com/newsworthy and Kiwico.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Nov 17, 2022 • 13min
House Goes Red, Major Snowstorm & 'Christmas Story' Sequel- Thursday, November 17, 2022
The news to know for Thursday, November 17, 2022! We have more election results that cement the balance of Congress for the next two years. We'll tell you what's changing and what's staying the same on Capitol Hill. Also, what NATO determined about the missile strike in Poland and what it means for Russia's war on Ukraine. Plus, what areas of the U.S. are facing an intense snowstorm, what new type of meat the FDA just approved, and what to expect from the newly-released sequel to a classic holiday movie. 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 Indeed.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Nov 16, 2022 • 13min
NATO on Alert, Trump Stages Comeback & Beyoncé's Record- Wednesday, November 16, 2022
The news to know for Wednesday, November 16, 2022! What to know about the chance Russia's war is expanding beyond Ukraine's borders and why the U.S. might have to get more involved. Also, our 45th president is trying to be our 47th president. The Trump 2024 campaign is now in full swing. Plus, what happened with a historic moon mission overnight, what new feature Apple launched to help you in an emergency, and how Beyoncé is making history at the Grammys again. 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 Indeed.com/newsworthy and Kiwico.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Nov 15, 2022 • 13min
Deadly College Shooting, GOP Nears Majority & Early Winter Storm- Tuesday, November 15, 2022
The news to know for Tuesday, November 15, 2022! We'll tell you what to expect as soon as today as more results are coming in from the Midterms. And what police are saying about a deadly shooting on a college campus. Plus, unusually cold weather is coming for millions of Americans, Amazon is planning its largest round of layoffs ever, and the 2024 Olympic Games have an unexpected mascot. 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 Indeed.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Nov 14, 2022 • 13min
Dems Take Senate, Border Chief Resigns & 'Black Panther' Dominates- Monday, November 14, 2022
The news to know for Monday, November 14, 2022! We're catching you up on the makeup of Congress now that more Midterm races have been called. Also, President Biden has a high-stakes meeting with his Chinese counterpart today. Plus, a record-breaking mystery mission for the Space Force, how Twitter's new boss is responding to a wave of fake verified accounts, and which movie made history at the box office. 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 Indeed.com/newsworthy and Kiwico.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Nov 12, 2022 • 19min
Special Edition: A Divided Nation – Analyzing the 2022 Midterms
We might not know all the results from this week's midterm election but one thing we know for sure: Congress, and American voters, are still just as divided as ever. No matter which way the final votes fall, neither party will end up with an overwhelming majority in either the House or the Senate. To get perspective on all of this, we're welcoming back two political analysts. First up is Republican analyst Scott Jennings. He's a CNN contributor, host of the Flyover Country podcast, and served as an advisor to Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell. Then we'll hear from Democratic strategist Leslie Marshall. She's a Fox News contributor and host of the nationally syndicated radio program, "The Leslie Marshall Show." This episode is brought to you by Rothys.com/newsworthy and ZocDoc.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes by becoming an insider: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Nov 11, 2022 • 13min
Inflation Slows, Twitter Execs Quit & Thank a Veteran- Friday, November 11, 2022
The news to know for Friday, November 11, 2022! What to know about a glimmer of hope for Americans' budgets. Inflation seems to be slowing down a bit, and investors are taking notice. Also, the balance of power is taking shape in Congress as Midterm results keep rolling in. And we'll share the impact of Hurricane Nicole on Florida. Plus, why the FTC is warning Twitter and its new CEO, which highly-anticipated movie debuts in theaters today, and where veterans can get free food as we honor those who have served in the U.S. military. 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 ZocDoc.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Nov 10, 2022 • 13min
Mixed Election Results, Nicole Batters Florida & Country's Biggest Night- Thursday, November 10, 2022
The news to know for Thursday, November 10, 2022! What to know about the final few election results that will determine the balance of power in Congress and how Americans voted about things like marijuana and abortion. Also, there's wild weather across the United States, including a hurricane in the South and a blizzard in the Plains. Plus, we're talking about a positive trend in the fight against Covid-19, Elon Musk's latest pitch to advertisers and changes for users on Twitter, and the top moments from the biggest night in country music. 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 Rothys.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Nov 9, 2022 • 13min
Election Day Takeaways, Florida Storm Preps & Wordle Changes - Wednesday, November 9, 2022
The news to know for Wednesday, November 9, 2022! We're breaking down the results from some key midterm races across the country, even as control of Congress is still up in the air. Also, a major scientific report details how climate change could impact American life, just as people in the southeast prepare for another hurricane. Plus, a big shakeup in the cryptocurrency world, another major social media company doing some downsizing, new changes to the popular Wordle game, and how Netflix is hoping to make it even easier for people to cut the cord and drop cable. 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 ZocDoc.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider


