

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 14, 2023 • 17min
Special Edition: Israel, Hamas & War in Gaza
Today we're talking about the attack in Israel and the now unfolding war. I'm speaking with Thanassis Cambanis, the director of Century International, an independent think tank that researches the human impact of global policy. *We recorded this discussion on Wednesday. While a lot has continued to develop since then, we still think the conversation is relevant to help you understand more about what's happening and the groups involved. 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 To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com #Israel #Gaza #Hamas

Oct 13, 2023 • 12min
Mass Evacuation Warning, Extra Security in U.S. & 'Ring of Fire' Eclipse- Friday, October 13, 2023
Israel warns over a million Palestinians to evacuate due to ongoing war; criminal charges against Senator Menendez; CoPilot app, social security increase, inflation, auto-worker strike, Taylor Swift movie release; new deodorant Lumi & International Day of the Girl

Oct 12, 2023 • 13min
Blinken Visits Israel, Speaker Scalise? & Popular Costumes - Thursday, October 12, 2023
The news to know for Thursday, October 12, 2023! We'll tell you what America's top diplomat will be doing in Israel today, how the Israeli government is coming together to deal with the crisis, and concerns about the war expanding in the Middle East. Also, back in the United States, House Republicans chose their next nominee for speaker. We're also talking about how the class of 2023 did on college admissions tests, a new NASA mission unlike any other, and a mega-merger in the fossil fuel industry. Plus, whether it's life in plastic, under the sea, or on tour, we're going through the most popular Halloween costumes of the year. 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: CoPilot: https://go.MyCoPilot.com/newsworthy Lume Deodorant: https://www.LumeDeodorant.com (Listen for the discount code) To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch

Oct 11, 2023 • 13min
Biden's Israel Promise, House GOP Divided & TikTok Sued (Again)- Wednesday, October 11, 2023
We discuss President Biden's promise to Israel as it prepares for a ground war, a controversial congressman facing new criminal charges, the race for speakership in the US House, gene edited chickens, a lawsuit against TikTok, and the chances of winning a historic lottery jackpot.

Oct 10, 2023 • 14min
Americans Rally Over War, Ingredients Banned & Big Deal Days- Tuesday, October 10, 2023
War escalating in the Middle East divides Americans. Threatening independent presidential candidate. California enacts 'Skittles ban.' New sports likely added to Olympics in Los Angeles. Amazon's second big sales event of the year begins.

Oct 9, 2023 • 13min
War Breaks Out, Pharmacists on Strike & New World Records- Monday, October 9, 2023
The news to know for Monday, October 9, 2023! We'll go through a few key things to know about the surprise attack on Israel, the declared war now underway, and America's response. Also, today is a federal holiday in the United States. We'll remind you why some cities and states commemorate it differently, and the reason some pharmacies will be closed is not due to the holiday. Plus, what to expect from a coast-to-coast storm, why millennials are on track for a better retirement than boomers, and how fast is it possible for a human to run a marathon? The world record was just broken. 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: CoPilot: https://go.MyCoPilot.com/newsworthy Lume Deodorant: https://www.LumeDeodorant.com (Listen for the discount code) To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch

Oct 7, 2023 • 18min
Special Edition: Shopper's Guide to Christmas in October
These days, October is the start of the holiday shopping season. Smart shopping expert Trae Bodge is sharing her best advice about how to find deals, come up with gift ideas, and stay on budget through it all. 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: Honeylove: https://www.honeylove.com/newsworthy Lume Deodorant: https://www.LumeDeodorant.com (Listen for the discount code) To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com #HolidayShopping #Amazon #ShoppingOnline

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Oct 6, 2023 • 13min
Biden's Border Wall, Wild Winter Ahead & Moon Houses- Friday, October 6, 2023
The Biden administration is restarting construction of a border wall, the US military shot down an ally's drone, winter weather predictions are shared, houses on the moon could be a reality in the next 20 years, Netflix is raising prices again, and another Powerball jackpot has surpassed one billion dollars.

Oct 5, 2023 • 13min
Search for Speaker, Kids' Vaccines Scarce & World Teachers Day- Thursday, October 5, 2023
The news to know for Thursday, October 5, 2023! We'll tell you who is now in the running to lead the way in the U.S. House and what to expect until a decision is made. Also, we're talking about how President Biden is working around Congress for more student loan forgiveness and what he's planning a major speech about. Plus, the catholic church kicked off what's being called its most significant gathering in years; one age group seems to be struggling to get the newest Covid-19 vaccine, and there's a million-dollar competition to capture extraterrestrial life on camera. 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: Honeylove: https://www.honeylove.com/newsworthy Lume Deodorant: https://www.LumeDeodorant.com (Listen for the discount code) To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com Get The NewsWorthy merch here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch

Oct 4, 2023 • 13min
House Removes Speaker, Emergency Alert Test, Live Shopping on X- Wednesday, October 4, 2023
US House Speaker removed; healthcare worker strike begins; third Covid-19 vaccine authorized; emergency alert system test; Paris Hilton's new partnership; space junk crackdown; strong American job market


