

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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Sep 10, 2021 • 13min
Millions Face Vax Mandates, DOJ Sues Texas & Smart Ray-Bans- Friday, September 10th, 2021
The news to know for Friday, September 10th, 2021! What to know about the president's new COVID-19 plan that will require 100 million Americans to get vaccinated. Also, 20 years since the 9/11 terror attacks. How the nation is remembering the victims and the heroes. Plus, new Ray-Bans that can listen, play music, and take pictures, how thousands of American workers can now go to college for free, and a new ad campaign telling people to stop watching movies at home. Those stories and more 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 Ritual.com/newsworthy and kiwico.com (Listen for the discount code) Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider

Sep 9, 2021 • 13min
Tropical Storm Mindy, Unvaxxed Go Unpaid & NFL Season Starts- Thursday, September 9th, 2021
The news to know for Thursday, September 9th, 2021! What to know about another major storm hitting the U.S. Also, what a new study says about how many people really had COVID-19 even if they didn't know it. Plus, which company is putting unvaccinated workers on unpaid leave, how Twitter has created a version of Facebook Groups, and what's different about the new NFL season starting today. All that and more 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 Ritual.com/newsworthy and Rothys.com/newsworthy Support the show and get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Sep 8, 2021 • 13min
New Afghan Gov't, Flu Season Prediction & #FreeBritney Update - Wednesday, September 8th, 2021
The news to know for Wednesday, September 8th, 2021! What to know about the Taliban's newly announced government in Afghanistan, a powerful earthquake in Mexico, and the billions of dollars up for debate in the U.S. Plus, why flu season could be worse this year, a major update in the legal case that inspired the #FreeBritney movement, and in what way TikTok has taken over YouTube. Those stories and more in about 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 (Listen for the discount code) and Ritual.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes and support the show by becoming an INSIDER: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Sep 7, 2021 • 12min
Next Weather Threats, Surprising Jobs Report & Historic Day for Bitcoin - Tuesday, September 7th, 2021
The news to know for Tuesday, September 7th, 2021! We have the latest about storm recovery across the country, including where President Biden will survey the damage today. Also, millions of Americans just lost unemployment benefits. We'll explain why. Plus, which country is the first in the world to accept bitcoin as legal tender, and how a Marvel movie not only broke barriers but a box office record. Those stories and more 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 Ritual.com/newsworthy and Rothys.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Sep 4, 2021 • 14min
Special Edition: Travel in Today's World with "Scott's Cheap Flights"
Have you experienced it yet? Delays, cancellations and rescheduled flights when you're trying to travel. The airline industry took a hit in the early parts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, they've struggled at times to handle a travel rebound. Today, the founder of the famous website, "Scott's Cheap Flights," flight expert Scott Keyes, is here to explain what's going on with air travel now and what to expect in the near future. He's also offering valuable travel advice. You'll learn about everything from handling last-minute flight changes to scoring cheap flights in the first place. For today's episode, Keyes spoke with our guest host Lacey Evans. This episode is brought to you by Noom.com/newsworthy and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes and support the show by becoming an INSIDER: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Sep 3, 2021 • 13min
Thousand-Mile Storm, "Unconstitutional Chaos" & Historic Superhero - Friday, September 3rd, 2021
The news to know for Friday, September 3rd, 2021! We have an update about the historic storm that traveled more than a thousand miles and impacted several states. What we know so far about an attack overseas that's said to be inspired by ISIS. Also, why a state prosecutor is now the one facing charges in a high-profile shooting case. Plus, Labor Day travel, new Apple technology coming to only certain states, and how today's release of a Marvel superhero movie is breaking barriers. Those stories and more 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 Noom.com/newsworthy and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more at www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider

Sep 2, 2021 • 13min
Ida Slams Northeast, Strict Abortion Law & Bonnaroo Canceled - Thursday, September 2nd, 2021
The news to know for Thursday, September 2nd, 2021! What to know about the remnants of Hurricane Ida. It's now impacting the Northeast in historic ways. Also, new charges against first responders. We'll tell you about the case. And what the Supreme Court decided about one of the most restrictive abortion laws in the nation. Plus, new studies gave insight into how long COVID-19 symptoms may last, one of LinkedIn's latest experiments failed, and two of the biggest companies in the world are going on hiring sprees. All that and more 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 BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and Noom.com/newsworthy Support the show and get ad-free episodes here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Sep 1, 2021 • 13min
Biden's Post-War Speech, Texas Voting Law & Twitch Boycott - Wednesday, September 1st, 2021
The news to know for Wednesday, September 1st, 2021! We'll tell you how President Biden is defending his decisions after America's longest war came to an end. Also, months of political drama ended with a new Texas voting law And are attitudes shifting? What new data shows about Americans and vaccines. Plus, new features for emergencies may be coming to iPhones, your Facebook feed is changing, and a hit pop song is turning into a novel for teens. Those stories and more in about 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 Noom.com/newsworthy and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Get ad-free episodes and support the show by becoming an INSIDER: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Aug 31, 2021 • 13min
20-Year War Ends, Former Billionaire on Trial & IKEA Buyback - Tuesday, August 31st, 2021
The news to know for Tuesday, August 31st, 2021! What to know about America's longest war coming to an end. What was accomplished in the final days, and what still lies ahead. Also, the latest impact of fires and flooding in different parts of the U.S. this week. Plus, the woman who was once known as the youngest female self-made billionaire is now on trial for fraud, China is changing the rules for kids who play video games, and there are new recommendations for international travel. Those stories and more 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 BetterHelp.com/newsworthy and Noom.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

Aug 30, 2021 • 13min
Hurricane Ida, Attacks Prevented & U.S. Open Begins - Monday, August 30th, 2021
The news to know for Monday, August 30th, 2021! What to know about a powerful, deadly hurricane that slammed into the U.S. and is still taking its toll. Also, just days before the deadline to get American troops out of Afghanistan, the U.S. strikes back against ISIS, possibly preventing more attacks. Plus, expect changes to your flight if you've booked with one particular airline, which big names you will and won't see at this year's U.S. Open, and a new way to pay coming to Amazon. Those stories and more 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 Noom.com/newsworthy and BetterHelp.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider


