

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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Oct 27, 2022 • 13min
Red Wave Predicted, Mortgage Rates Top 7% & 'Chief Twit' Visits HQ - Thursday, October 27, 2022
The news to know for Thursday, October 27, 2022! What to know about political polling, and private beliefs, as Election Day nears, and about a new accusation in one of the most closely-watched races. Also: mortgage rates hit a two-decade high, while the biggest tech companies face new lows. Plus: what major change could be coming for the way you charge your iPhone, what Elon Musk was carrying as he visited Twitter's headquarters, and what dream job a man got after posting to TikTok every day for nearly a 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 ZocDoc.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Oct 26, 2022 • 13min
High Stakes Debate, Bay Area Shakes & Jackpot Inflates - Wednesday, October 26, 2022
The news to know for Wednesday, October 26, 2022! What to know about one of the most highly-anticipated political debates ahead of the midterms: why it's so notable and what happened on stage. Also, a big shake in Northern California. What thousands of people saw on their smartphones -- just seconds before the quake hit. Plus: a new way to apply to college is picking up steam, more organizations are cutting ties with Ye (Kanye West), and what the Powerball jackpot is up to now… 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 Indeed.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Oct 25, 2022 • 13min
St. Louis School Shooting, UK's New PM Makes History & Video Game Study - Tuesday, October 25, 2022
The news to know for Tuesday, October 25, 2022! Unfortunately, we have to tell you about another school shooting. This time, in St. Louis, Missouri. Also: what the so-called Nation's Report Card found about student learning. And what the Justice Department revealed about a Chinese spy ring in the U.S. Plus: remembering a comedian and actor who became a social media star, a potential upside of letting kids play video games, and the premium coffee chain launching a new option to drink at home… 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 Indeed.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Oct 24, 2022 • 12min
Court Blocks Student Loan Relief, World Series Matchup & Taylor Swift Breaks Records - Monday, October 24, 2022
The news to know for Monday, October 24, 2022! We'll tell you why the student loan forgiveness plan is now on hold, and what the White House is telling people about applying. Also: why a former White House adviser is going to prison, and we'll explain a change to your 401(k) starting next year. Plus: what to know about a holiday today celebrated by more than a billion people, the two teams heading to the World Series, and the two records Taylor Swift set in one day. 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 Indeed.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Oct 22, 2022 • 14min
Special Edition: Voting in the Midterms – What to Know Before Election Day
The midterms are just a little more than two weeks away at this point. Today, we're answering some of the top questions about voting and what's expected in this year's elections. We're joined by Stephanie Young, the executive director of "When We All Vote." It's a nonpartisan organization focused on educating voters about the process and helping people get registered to vote. Know your voting rights See what's on your ballot 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

Oct 21, 2022 • 13min
British PM Resigns, College Enrollment Down & Kevin Spacey Verdict - Friday, October 21, 2022
The news to know for Friday, October 21, 2022! What to know about a major shake-up in leadership overseas that will mark the shortest tenure for a prime minister in British history. Also: a new rule impacts U.S. military troops who want abortions, and what the Supreme Court said about a challenge to the government's student loan forgiveness plan. Plus: what it means if the CDC adds Covid vaccines to its list of routine immunizations, the jury's verdict in a case against actor Kevin Spacey, new details of how Netflix plans to crackdown on password-sharing, and why hundreds of strangers showed up to give a special kid an early Halloween … 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 sponsored by Kiwico.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Oct 20, 2022 • 13min
Election Spending, Novavax Booster & 'Best By' Dates - Thursday, October 20, 2022
The news to know for Thursday, October 20, 2022! We'll tell you what's behind some of those political ads you've been seeing as spending on this year's midterms is on track to set a record, and what it means that Russian President Putin has declared martial law. Also: the FDA has authorized a new option for a Covid-19 booster. How it's different, and who's eligible. Plus: why health officials want to pull a certain pregnancy drug off the market, what to know about the different types of dates on our food labels, and when you can see a light show in the sky this week… 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 sponsored by Kiwico.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Oct 19, 2022 • 13min
Record Cold Temps, New Tax Brackets & 'Boo Buckets' Comeback - Wednesday, October 19, 2022
The news to know for Wednesday, October 19, 2022! We'll tell you about winter coming early for millions of Americans, and where cold temperatures are setting records. Also, what the president is expected to announce today in his efforts to lower gas prices, and what leaders of both political parties say they'll do if they win control of Congress after the midterms. Plus: the IRS just made a big adjustment to next year's tax rules, Apple revealed its newest iPads, and what Google says will be the most popular Halloween costume 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 sponsored by Kiwico.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Oct 18, 2022 • 13min
Trump Hotels Overcharged Gov't?, Chance of Recession Rises & 'Ye' Buys Parler - Tuesday, October 18, 2022
The news to know for Tuesday, October 18, 2022! What to know about the latest wave of attacks on Ukraine's capital city, and which country Russia is likely getting their weapons from. Also: what two new reports found about the Trump White House, and why some economists now say a recession is inevitable. Plus: which social media platform Kanye 'Ye' West says he's buying (and why), how to know if American Airlines owes you money, and what Netflix hopes you'll do now instead of sharing passwords… 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 sponsored by Kiwico.com/newsworthy and Indeed.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Oct 17, 2022 • 13min
Serial Killer Arrested, Hearing Aids Change & Holiday Airfare - Monday, October 17, 2022
The news to know for Monday, October 17, 2022! We'll tell you about an arrest an entire California community had been waiting for, and about a reversal from the White House when it comes to immigration. Also: what to know about the application for student loan debt relief now that it's been made available. Plus: today's tax deadline, a new rule for hearing aids goes into effect today that could impact millions of Americans, and what new data tell us about the cost of your holiday travel… 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


