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S1 Ep 483NorCal Shooting, T-Mobile-Sprint Merger & Asteroid Close Call - Monday, July 29th, 2019

The news to know for Monday, July 29th, 2019! We're talking about a shooting in Northern California, a change in the Trump administration, and what the U.S. Supreme Court said about the border wall. Plus: what to know about the multi-billion dollar T-Mobile-Sprint merger, an asteroid that came a bit too close to Earth, and Disney's latest record. Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Skillshare and UTEP. Sources:

Jul 29, 201911 min

S1 Ep 482Russia Report, Editing DNA & Apple's Purchase - Friday, July 26th, 2019

The news to know for Friday, July 26th, 2019! Today, what a new report says about election interference and a new compromise involving some of the largest automakers. Plus: cutting-edge science literally cuts DNA, and Apple makes a big purchase. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Today's episode is brought to you by Babbel and UTEP Connect. Sources: Senate Intelligence Investigation: NBC News, The Hill, Washington Post, NYT Election Security Bills Blocked: AP, CNN Iran Interference: Washington Post Death Penalty Resumes: AP, CNN, NBC News Automakers Climate Deal: Washington Post, The Hill, Reuters Paris Heat Wave: Weather Channel, AccuWeather, AP Gene-Editing Study: Fast Company, AP Apple Intel Deal: TechCrunch, CNBC Ford Scooters: The Verge, Venture Beat Drake and Pandora: Billboard, PR Newswire, AP "Will and Grace" Ends: Variety, People

Jul 26, 20198 min

S1 Ep 481Mueller Recap, Breast Implants Recall & Teen Beats Phelps Record (+ Talking Deepfakes) - Thursday, July 25th, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, July 25th, 2019! Today, there's a lot. We're breaking down some key moments from Mueller's testimony, and we're talking about the historic announcement from Puerto Rico's governor. Plus: breast implants recalled, another new video streaming option, and the teen who beat Michael Phelps' world record. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. We're talking about "deepfake" videos: what they are and why it matters. SRI International researcher Aaron Lawson joins me to explain. Today's episode is brought to you by Babbel and UTEP Connect. And check out the Pantsuit Politics podcast. Sources: Mueller Testimony: AP, Fox News, NYT, Washington Post, NBC News Puerto Rico Governor Resigns: AP, NBC News Breast Implants Recall: CNN, USA Today, New York Times New Prosthetic Arm: Gizmodo, NPR Facebook Fine: CBS News, CNBC AT&T TV: Cnet, The Verge Swimming Record: People, CBS Sports Olympic Medals: The Verge, Sports Illustrated

Jul 25, 201917 min

S1 Ep 480Mueller Testifies, 9/11 Victims Fund & Amazon Helps Buy Homes - Wednesday, July 24th, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, July 24th, 2019! Today, we're talking about what to expect from the hours of testimony from Bob Mueller, and which issue got most lawmakers to all agree. Plus: more plans for drone deliveries, Amazon wants to help you buy a home, and how much work can improve your well-being... Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Noom and M.M.LaFleur Sources: Mueller Testimony: NYT, Wired Food Stamps "Loophole": AP, ABC News 9/11 Victims Fund Extended: Washington Post, The Hill Hottest Month Ever: NBC News, The Guardian, USA Today UPS Delivery: TechCrunch, WSJ Starbucks + Uber Eats: The Verge Amazon + Realogy: NYT, Barron's Nike $400k Sneakers: CNBC, Bloomberg Work & Mental Health: Bloomberg, The Guardian

Jul 24, 20199 min

S1 Ep 479Britain's New PM, Largest Data Breach Payout & Mr. Rogers Movie - Tuesday, July 23rd, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, July 23rd, 2019! We're talking about a new deportation rule, the largest settlement for a data breach ever, and Britain's new prime minister. Plus: Microsoft's billion dollar bet, Apple's updates, and glow-in-the-dark sharks... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Care/of. Use the code "NewsWorthy" at www.TakeCareOf.com for 25% off your first order. Sources: Fast-Tracking Deportations: Washington Post, NBC News Puerto Rico Protest: AP, CNN, NYT, FOX News, ABC News Britain's New PM: Reuters, CNN Equifax Settlement: CNBC, NYT, Marketwatch India's Moon Mission: Space.com, BBC, Vox, FOX News, CBS News Microsoft + OpenAI: MarketWatch, Vox Anthem Health App: WSJ Apple Updates: The Verge, TechCrunch Glow-in-the-Dark Sharks: CNN, Science Alert Mister Rogers Movie: Variety, Deadline, YouTube

Jul 23, 20199 min

S1 Ep 478Mueller Prep, ASAP Rocky & Marvel Movies - Monday, July 22nd, 2019

The news to know for Monday, July 22nd, 2019! We're talking about highly-anticipated testimony happening this week, what Puerto Rico's governor is now saying about protests there, and which celebrity President Trump is trying to free from jail. Plus: new data in your ride-sharing apps, and which movies just set new records at the box office. Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Sources: Mueller Testifies Soon: AP, CNN, Reuters, Politico UK Warns Iran: BBC, FOX News, Bloomberg, NYT, AP Puerto Rico: CNN, NPR, AP Hong Kong Protests: BBC, The Guardian, Washington Post MLB Hall of Fame: CBS Sports, NYT Orion Crew Capsule: TechCrunch, Engadget Lyft Transit Info: Bloomberg, Engadget, The Verge Trump A$AP Rocky: NBC News, CNN, TIME The Lion King: Variety, CNBC Avengers Endgame Record: Deadline Marvel Reveal: CNET, The Verge

Jul 22, 20199 min

S1 Ep 477Puerto Rico Protests, Apollo 11 & Alexa Board Game - Friday, July 19th, 2019

The news to know for Friday, July 19th, 2019! Today, we're talking about new tensions with Iran and why so many people are protesting in Puerto Rico. Plus: what to know about the federal minimum wage, Netflix subscribers, and the first board game made for Amazon's Alexa. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Today's episode is brought to you by Zola. Sources: Iran Drone: NBC News, AP, The Washington Post, CBS News Puerto Rico Protests: ABC News, Reuters, Washington Post Minimum Wage Increase: CNBC, The Hill, NYT British Open: CBS Sports, Bleacher Report 50 Years Since Apollo 11: Vox, NBC News, The Verge (events) Sesame Street Honors: Deadline, LA Times Netflix Subscribers Drop: CNBC, AP, USA Today Toys R Us Returns: Business Insider, CBS News, CNN Alexa Board Game: Engadget, VentureBeat

Jul 19, 20198 min

S1 Ep 476Rally Chant, FaceApp Challenge & The Lion King (+ Future Moon Mission) - Thursday, July 18th, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, July 18th, 2019! Today, we're talking about a new controversial chant at last night's Trump rally, and what to know about two votes in the House. Plus: the extreme weather coming to half the country, what to know about the app behind the FaceApp challenge, and The Lion King hits theaters. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. We're talking about sending astronauts back to the moon by 2024. We discuss what's different this time compared to 50 years ago and how it will help us reach Mars next. NASA's Emma Lehnhardt shares behind-the-scenes... Today's episode is brought to you by Zola. Sources: Trump Rally: Fox News, NYT, AP Impeachment Vote: NBC News, The Hill Contempt Vote: CBS News, NPR, The Washington Post El Chapo Sentence: NPR, CBS News, WSJ Overdose Deaths Down: NYT, Reuters, Washington Post Heat Wave: Weather Channel, AccuWeather, NBC News FaceApp Concerns: The Verge, USA Today, Cnet Instagram Likes Test: The Verge, TechCrunch Prime Day Record: Cnet, TechCrunch 2nd Richest Man Alive: Quartz, Bloomberg Lion King Premiere: Variety, LA Times

Jul 18, 201915 min

S1 Ep 475Big Tech Hearings, Neuralink & Emmy Record - Wednesday, July 17th, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, July 17th, 2019! Today, we're talking about the final decision in the Eric Garner case, and what lawmakers are saying now about Facebook's cryptocurrency. Plus: Elon Musk explains his newest vision for brain implants, the military has a warning about a fake facebook event, and how Game of Thrones just broke another record. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Zola and M.M.LaFleur. Sources: No NYPD Charges in Garner Case: Washington Post, NBC News, Reuters Big Tech Hearings: TechCrunch, WSJ, CNN, The Washington Post, NYT Neuralink: Bloomberg, CNBC, The Verge Rocket City World Record: TechCrunch, AL.com, RocketCenter.com "Area 51" Fake Event: USA Today, BBC, TIME Game of Thrones Record: Variety, Deadline, CNBC Emmy Nominations: People (full list) World Emoji Day: USA Today

Jul 17, 20198 min

S1 Ep 474New Asylum Rule, Alzheimer's Blood Test & First Female 007 - Tuesday, July 16th, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, July 16th, 2019! We're talking about a new asylum rule that could have a big impact at the border, and why Amazon employees are protesting on Prime Day. Plus: a promising new blood test, and what reports say about the first female 007... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Zola. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: New Asylum Rule: AP, NBC News, Fox News, The Hill Resolution Vote: Politico, The Hill, WSJ Big Tech Hearings: TechCrunch China Economy Slows: Fox Business, CNBC, Reuters Amazon Protests: Cnet, TechCrunch, Business Insider Pernell Whitaker Dies: ESPN NBA Deal: NBA Alzheimer's Blood Test: AP Giant Jellyfish Spotted: USA Today, CBS News, CNN Waze Toll Pricing: Business Insider, The Verge Twitter Update: TechCrunch, Engadget First Woman 007: E News, Daily Mail UK

Jul 16, 20199 min

S1 Ep 473Trump Targets Congresswomen, Facebook Fine & Prime Day Deals - Monday, July 15th, 2019

The news to know for Monday, July 15th, 2019! Today, we have an update about a hurricane that hit over the weekend, and what you need to know about President Trump's tweets about four Congresswomen. Plus: we're talking Serena Williams, Amazon Prime Day and the indie film that is breaking records at the box office. Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Zola. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Hurricane Barry: AP, Accuweather, Weather Channel, ABC News NYC Blackout: NYT, CBS News, USA Today, ABC News Trump's Controversial Comments: AP, The Hill, Washington Post, FOX News ICE Raids Update: NYT, NPR Facebook Fine: WSJ, CNN, Ars Technica 737 Max Flights: WSJ, CNBC, Fox Business Wimbledon Wins: CBS Sports, CNN, ESPN, Bustle Alzheimer's Studies: NBC News, TIME Prime Day: Business Insider, USA Today, CNET, Fortune Weekend Box Office: Variety, Deadline

Jul 15, 20199 min

S1 Ep 472ICE Raids, Robotic Umpires & Google's "Shoelace" - Friday, July 12th, 2019

The news to know for Friday, July 12th, 2019! Today, we're talking about what could be the first hurricane of the season, and when to expect massive ICE raids. Plus: robotic umpires are now a thing, Amazon's big announcement, and Google takes another crack at building a social network. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Today's episode is brought to you by Skillshare. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned or see the sources below... Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Read More: Hurricane Warning: Weather Channel, AccuWeather, ABC News, AP ICE Raids: NYT, CNN, USA Today Citizenship Question: CBS News, Washington Post, NPR, Fox News Dow Jones Record: ABC News, WSJ Ford + VW: Reuters, CNBC Amazon Retrains Workforce: WSJ, Amazon, PCMag, NYT Robotic Umpires: ESPN, Washington Post AI Bot Poker: The Verge, CNN, Engadget Google Listening?: The Verge, AP Google's "Shoelace": Business Insider, TechCrunch

Jul 12, 20199 min

S1 Ep 471Hurricane Watch, Social Media Summit & Highest-Paid Celebrities (+ NASA Marks 50 Years After Apollo 11) - Thursday, July 11th, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, July 11th, 2019! Today, we're talking about the U.S. storm that could turn into a hurricane by the weekend, and the fallout from top-secret emails leaked to the press. Plus: Trump's "social media summit," Snapchat's changes, and the number one highest-paid celebrity. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. We're talking about the myths, mistakes and milestones of the first human walking on the moon. This month marks 50 years since NASA's Apollo 11 mission, so award-winning NASA historian Jennifer Ross-Nazzal helps break it all down... Today's episode is brought to you by Babbel. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Read more: Potential Hurricane: AccuWeather, Weather Channel, AP S&P 500 Record: CNBC, Bloomberg, NYT U.K.'s Ambassador to U.S. Resigns: CBS News, BBC, CNN Social Media Summit: Vox, WSJ Human Remains Discovery: Washington Post, Vox, Gizmodo Alexa Health Advice: The Verge, CNBC, AP Snapchat Shows: The Verge, Variety Highest Paid Celebrities: Forbes, Fox Business World Cup Victory Parade: CBS News, The Washington Post, CNN ESPY Awards: USA Today, ESPN Thing To Know Thursday: Apollo 11 History: History.com, BBC Celebrating 50 Years: Space.com, NASA, Forbes, AP, NBC News

Jul 11, 201917 min

S1 Ep 470Acosta Controversy, Pentagon's 'War Cloud' & Last VW Beetle - Wednesday, July 10th, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, July 10th, 2019! Today, we're talking about the controversy surrounding the U.S. Secretary of Labor, and what a court decided about Trump's Twitter use. Plus: a new development in the race to space, we're explaining the new 'Uber Comfort' option, and there's another new video subscription service on its way. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Babbel. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Acosta Controversy: WSJ, AP, Reuters, The Hill Ross Perot Died: CNN, WSJ, AP, FOX Business Trump's Twitter Ruling: Washington Post, Fox News, USA Today, New York Times DMV & Facial Recognition: Washington Post, NPR Pentagon's "War Cloud": AP Virgin Galactic Going Public: NPR, CNBC, WSJ Uber Comfort: The Verge, Engadget, CNN Last VW Beetle: TechCrunch, CBS News MLB All-Star Game: CBS Sports, USA Today Friends & HBO Max: People, CNBC

Jul 10, 20198 min

S1 Ep 469New Subpoenas, DC Flooding & Stranger Things Record - Tuesday, July 9th, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, July 9th, 2019! We're talking about new subpoenas surrounding President Trump, the flooding that hit the nation's capital, and why you may want to look up to the sky tonight... Plus: what to know about an upcoming Amazon strike, a new Google coding program, and a Stranger Things 3 record. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Babbel. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trump's Financial Records: AP, NYT, Reuters, Washington Post Jeffery Epstein Charged: Reuters, WSJ, Vox, ABC News Primary Race 2020: The Hill, CNN, Washington Post DC Flooding: Weather Channel, NBC News, AccuWeather See Saturn: AccuWeather, USA Today Coco Gauff Out: ESPN, NPR, ABC News World Cup Ratings: Variety, Fox Sports Amazon Strike: Engadget, Bloomberg IG's Anti-Bullying Efforts: The Verge, TIME, TechCrunch Google Coding: TechCrunch, Engadget Stranger Things 3 Record: Deadline, CNET

Jul 9, 20199 min

S1 Ep 468World Cup Win, Second Earthquake & Netflix Promise - Monday, July 8th, 2019

The news to know for Monday, July 8th, 2019! Today, what to know about the World Cup champions and what fans were chanting in the stands when it ended. Plus: Iran's latest threat, a second earthquake in SoCal, why Starbucks is apologizing, and a new promise from Netflix. Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Noom. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: World Cup Win: CBS Sports, ESPN, NYT Iran Nuclear Threat: NYT, BBC, AP, Politico Another Cali Earthquake: USA Today, Weather Channel, AP, CBS News Deutsche Job Cuts: Reuters, CNBC Starbucks Apology: Yahoo Finance, FOX News, NPR, Washington Post Autonomous Plane: TechCrunch, Engadget HIV Study: USA Today, CNN, Boston.com Stevie Wonder Transplant: ABC News, CNN Netflix Smoking: CBS News, Engadget, Mashable, Truth Initiative Box Office: Variety, LA Times, Forbes

Jul 8, 201910 min

S1 Ep 467Census 2020, SoCal Earthquake & MoviePass Hiatus - Friday, July 5th, 2019

The news to know for Friday, July 5th, 2019! Today, what to know about the ongoing fight over the 2020 census, the president's Independence Day celebration, and the strongest earthquake to hit Southern California in two decades. Plus: a new feature on FaceTime, which movie service is shutting down for now, and which singer will star in the next Little Mermaid. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Today's episode is brought to you by Skillshare Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned or see the sources below... Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Census Question: NYT, AP, NPR Trump's Celebration: WSJ, NYT, Washington Post SoCal Earthquake: LA Times, ABC News Jim Beam Fire: USA Today, AP Tour De France: BBC World Cup: CBS Sports Hot Dog Eating Contest: CNN FaceTime Update: TechCrunch, The Verge Uber Eats Dine-In: CBS News, The Verge Facebook, IG Down: USA Today, Cnet, CNBC MoviePass Hiatus: Variety, Deadline Holiday Box Office: Variety, THR Little Mermaid: Vox

Jul 5, 20199 min

S1 Ep 466Border Report, Salute to America & Movie Subscriptions - Wednesday, July 3rd, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, July 3rd, 2019! Today, we're talking about a new government report that takes a closer look at conditions at the border, and what to expect from President Trump's Fourth of July celebration. Plus: the World Cup final, a balloon that provides internet service, and a new Instagram feature. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Skillshare. Get two months free here. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Gov't Watchdog Report: CBS News, FOX News, NYT Ruling on Asylum Seekers: AP Census Citizenship Question: CNBC, ABC News, Vox Lawsuit for Tax Returns : NPR, AP, NYT Salute to America: Washington Post, CBS News World Cup: CBS Sports, ESPN Anheuser-Busch Inbev IPO: CNBC, CNN, WSJ Loon Balloons: TechCrunch, CNet, Reuters Regal Cinemas Unlimited: Business Insider, Deadline Instagram Story Sticker: The Verge Independence Day: History.com

Jul 3, 20198 min

S1 Ep 465Border Patrol Investigation, Bixby Marketplace & Total Solar Eclipse - Tuesday, July 2nd, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, July 2nd, 2019! What to know about Iran breaching an international agreement and a secret facebook group that's now caused a federal investigation. Plus: the youngest player at Wimbledon, how Samsung is now competing with Amazon's Alexa, and where to watch today's total solar eclipse. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Skillshare. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Iran Breaches Nuclear Deal: CBS News, FOX News, Vox, AP, NYT Border Patrol Facebook Group: ProPublica, Axios, The Hill Trump's July 4th: CBS News, The Washington Post, NBC News Antarctic Ice Melting: AP, , The Guardian Alaska Heat: USA Today Youngest Wimbledon Player: USA Today, CNBC Tyler Skaggs Dies: ESPN Total Solar Eclipse: CNet, Engadget, Watch Live Bixby Marketplace: The Verge, Engadget Warren Buffett Donation: WSJ, CNBC

Jul 2, 20199 min

S1 Ep 464Historic North Korea Visit, Sports Betting & Tiny Drones - Monday, July 1st, 2019

The news to know for Monday, July 1st, 2019! Today, what to know about President Trump's historic, last-minute meeting with North Korea's leader. Plus: which state is now considered the sports betting capital of the country, the Army's plan for new tiny drones, and the top movie at the weekend box office... Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Skillshare. Get two months free at www.Skillshare.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Historic North Korea Visit: AP, NBC News, CNN, NYT China Trade Talks: Reuters, CNBC, Fox Business, NYT Hong Kong Protest: The Guardian, Washington Post, Public Safety Emergency: USA Today NJ Sports Betting: Sports Illustrated, ESPN MLB in London: BBC, WSJ World Cup: ESPN, CBS Sports NBA: CBS Sports Army's Tiny Drones: The Verge Apple's Diabetes Monitor: CNBC, CNET Weekend Box Office: Variety

Jul 1, 20199 min

S1 Ep 463G20 Summit, WorldPride & Google Maps Update - Friday, June 28th, 2019

The news to know for Friday, June 28th, 2019! Today, what to know about President Trump's meetings at the G20 Summit, a U.S. Supreme Court ruling about the 2020 census, and Twitter's new rules for politicians. Plus: WorldPride this weekend, NASA's new plan for moon rocks, and an update to Google Maps. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned or see the sources below... **Become a NewsWorthy Insider!** Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: G20 Summit: The Hill, Washington Post, Politico, USA Today, NYT, AP, FOX News Dem Debate Night 2: NBC News, WaPo, Newsweek, AP Border Funding Vote: ABC News, AP Citizenship Ruling: NYT, Fox News Twitter's New Label: CNBC, Vox, CBS News WorldPride: USA Today, Reuters World Cup: Forbes, NBC Sports, CBS News NASA Moon Rocks: AP Google Maps Update: TechCrunch, The Verge Amazon Counter: CNBC, Business Insider Prime Day Concert: USA Today, Billboard, LA Times

Jun 28, 201910 min

S1 Ep 462#DemDebate, Google Auto-Delete & The Office - Thursday, June 27th, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, June 27th, 2019! Today, we're talking about round one of the Democratic debate and what to expect in round 2 tonight, why an online furniture company is facing backlash, and a little good news from some new CDC data. Plus: the new tools giving you more control on both Google and YouTube and when The Office will be taken off Netflix. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. We're talking about SLEEP, including the impact (and new medical term) from those popular wearable sleep trackers. Dr. Sabra Abbott from Northwestern University helps break it down. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy helps break it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Democratic Debate: NBC News, AP, ABC News, LA Times, FOX News Humanitarian Aid Bills: NYT, NBC News, CNN, Axios Wayfair Boycott: CNBC, NPR, CBS News Overdose Deaths Down: ABC News, WSJ Europe Heat Wave: The Weather Channel, USA Today US Weather: Accuweather First Tropical Storm: The Weather Channel Google Auto-Delete: Engadget, The Verge Youtube Video Options: TechCrunch, Bloomberg Selfie Cam Hidden: CNN, Gizmodo Target's Deal Day: Fox Business, MarketWatch, CNBC The Office Off Netflix: Vox, USA Today

Jun 27, 201916 min

S1 Ep 4611st Democratic Debate, E-Cig Ban & Airbnb Luxe - Wednesday, June 26th, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, June 26th, 2019! There's a lot to talk about today, including when to expect Robert Mueller to publicly testify, bad conditions and humanitarian aid for migrants at the border, and the first presidential primary debate for 2020. Plus: the first city to ban e-cigarettes, more 5G on its way, and a new version of Airbnb. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Mueller To Testify: WSJ, FOX News, Politico, The Hill Humanitarian Aid: The Washington Post, NYT, AP Border Official Steps Down: AP, Axios, NYT New White House Press Secretary: CBS News, The Hill, CNN, Vox First Democratic Debate: NPR, FOX News, CNN, AP, Fortune Illinois Legalizes Marijuana: Vox, USA Today, Fox News San Francisco E Cig Ban: CBS News, CNBC, Bloomberg & NPR FTC Robocall Crackdown: CNET, TechCrunch, Engadget T-Mobile 5G Phone Launch: The Verge, Fortune, Engadget Airbnb Luxe: USA Today, CNET Olympic Break Dancing: ESPN, BBC Sports

Jun 26, 201910 min

S1 Ep 460New Sanctions, Healthcare Costs & Apple's iOS 13 - Tuesday, June 25th, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, June 25th, 2019! What to know about new sanctions against Iran and a new rule that could change the entire U.S. healthcare system. Plus: Apple's latest update (and a warning about it), when to expect Amazon Prime Day deals, and the first discovery of its kind in U.S. waters... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Iran Sanctions: Fox News, NYT, Washington Post Healthcare Executive Order: NPR, WSJ, CBS News Accusation Against Trump: NYT, NY Mag, The Hill, CNBC, CNN Europe Heat Wave: The Weather Channel, Guardian, Accuweather 2026 Winter Olympics: NBC News, ESPN SpaceX Launch: TechCrunch, Business Insider Apple New Software: CNBC, TechCrunch, The Verge Amazon Prime Day: TechCrunch Warner Bros New CEO: The Verge, WSJ Squid Video: USA Today, CBS News

Jun 25, 20199 min

S1 Ep 459Deportations Delayed, Mars Discovery & BET Awards - Monday, June 24th, 2019

The news to know for Monday, June 24th, 2019! Today, what to know about new action against Iran, including a cyber attack, and the deal President Trump is now waiting for Congress to make. Plus: a new discovery on Mars, delivery-turned-surveillance drones, and who got a standing ovation at the BET Awards... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Iran Latest: AP, NYT, Washington Post, ABC News, WSJ Deportations Delayed: Politico, CNN, The Hill Hawaii Plane Crash: CNN, NPR, Hawaii News Now Severe Weather: Accuweather, ABC News, Weather Channel 2026 Winter Olympics: The Olympic Channel Women's World Cup: CBS Sports, WSJ Mars Discovery: NYT, TechCrunch Surveillance Drones: Reuters, CNet, Business Insider Toys 'R' Us Returns: Bloomberg, USA Today & Mashable Toy Story 4: Variety, CNBC BET Awards: Variety, THR, USA Today, Twitter

Jun 24, 201910 min

S1 Ep 458Iran Tensions, Robotic Arm Breakthrough & Toy Story 4 - Friday, June 21st, 2019

The news to know for Friday, June 21st, 2019! Today, new details about how the U.S. is responding to Iran shooting down its drone. Plus: a robotic arm that works just by thinking (no surgery required), an Apple recall, the first day of summer and Toy Story 4. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Iran vs. U.S. Drone: Reuters, AP, Washington Post, CNN, The Hill Hope Hicks Testimony: ABC News, CNN Walmart Settlement: NYT, WSJ, Fox Business Slack IPO: WSJ, CNN Stocks High: CBS News NBA Draft: CBS Sports, NYT Two-City Team?: ESPN, USA Today Robotic Arm Breakthrough: Techcrunch, Daily Mail Skull "Horns": Fortune, NBC News Apple Recall: 9to5Mac, Check Your Serial No. Apple + Best Buy: TechCrunch, CNN First Day of Summer: Vox, National Geographic, USA Today Toy Story 4: Box Office Mojo

Jun 21, 201910 min

S1 Ep 457Drone Shot Down, NBA Draft & Voice-Controlled Monopoly (+ Talking Presidential Primaries) - Thursday, June 20th, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, June 20th, 2019! Today, we're talking about Iran shooting down a U.S. drone, and why YouTube is thinking about some major changes. Plus: a new voice-activated Monopoly board game, and the re-release of one of the most popular movies of all time. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. We're talking about the presidential primary debate coming up in exactly one week. Do debates and polls matter? What are the key issues? Jonathan Bernstein, a political scientist and columnist for Bloomberg Opinion, is on the show to answer those questions. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy helps break it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Drone Shot Down: AP China, North Korea & U.S.: BBC, Reuters, NYT Clean-Air Rules Overturned: AP, NPR, Washington Post Interest Rates Steady: Reuters, WSJ, USA Today Youtube Investigated: Washington Post, The Verge, WSJ NBA Draft: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, CBS Sports World Cup: NBC Sports Heart Attack Detection: Bloomberg, Engadget AI Monopoly: Engadget, CNET Avengers: Endgame Re-release: People, Gizmodo

Jun 20, 201915 min

S1 Ep 456Pentagon's Top Job, 'Libra' Cryptocurrency & Google Houses - Wednesday, June 19th, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, June 19th, 2019! Today, we're talking about the top job at the Pentagon - who's in and who's out - and the big announcement to expect today about interest rates. Plus: what to know about Facebook's cryptocurrency now that it's official, why Google is building thousands of homes, and Best Buy's plan for smart fitness. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Shanahan Drops Out: Washington Post, Fox News, AP, CBS News Interest Rates: Washington Post, CNBC, NYT, Bloomberg Boeing's Lifeline: WSJ, CNBC, CNN NY Going Green: NYT, NY Daily News Juneteenth: Juneteenth.com, Courier Journal Libra Cryptocurrency: TechCrunch, NBC News, Reuters, CNBC Google Affordable Housing: Bloomberg, CNET, WSJ Best Buy Fitness: CNBC, USA Today, MarketWatch YouTube AR Makeup: TechCrunch, Mashable Game of Thrones Prequel: Entertainment Weekly, CNN

Jun 19, 20199 min

S1 Ep 455Iran Threat, Trump's 2020 Rally & Hunger Games Returns - Tuesday, June 18th, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, June 18th, 2019! What to know about rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran, and the official launch of President Trump's re-election campaign. Plus: Taylor Swift gets political, self-driving cars delivering pizza, and Hunger Games is back with a new book and a movie... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trump 2020 Rally: The Hill, FOX News, ABC News, Orlando Sentinel Trump on Mass Arrests: The Washington Post Iran Threat: AP, WSJ, NYT, ABC News, Reuters Stereotyping Ads Ban: Washington Post, Forbes Taylor Swift Gets Political: CBS News, Vox, CNN Self-Flying Plane: AP Dominos Driverless Delivery: The Verge, Quartz, Engadget Comcast Eye-Control Feature: The Verge, Engadget, USA Today Picture-in-Picture Mode: TechCrunch, 9to5Mac Hunger Games Prequel: USA Today, CNET, Variety

Jun 18, 20198 min

S1 Ep 454Historic Protest, Trade Letter & OJ Simpson's Twitter - Monday, June 17th, 2019

The news to know for Monday, June 17th, 2019! Today, what to know about a historic protest in Hong Kong, and why President Trump reportedly fired some people working on his re-election campaign. Plus: AI for the construction industry, a major NBA trade, and what OJ Simpson is now saying on Twitter. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Hong Kong Protests: AP, The Hill, Reuters, CBS News, CNBC South America Blackout: The Guardian, AP, CNN Trump Polls: NYT, NBC News, Washington Post Letter to Trump: NPR, Reuters, CNN, Business Insider Target Outage: TechCrunch, CNBC, USA Today Construction AI Tool: MIT Technology Review, Forbes NBA Trade: ESPN, LA Times US Open: USA Today, CBS Sports World Cup: CBS Sports, ESPN Babe Ruth Jersey: ABC News, ESPN OJ Simpson's Twitter: People, Entertainment Tonight Weekend Box Office: Variety, Business Insider MTV Movie & TV Awards: E! News

Jun 17, 20198 min

S1 Ep 453Tankers Attacked, NBA Champions & #InstagramDown - Friday, June 14th, 2019

The news to know for Friday, June 14th, 2019! Today, what to know about an international attack, who's leaving the White House, and why charges in the Flint water crisis were just dropped. Plus: your new NBA championship team, a new study about Bitcoin, and both Flag Day and Father's Day! Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Babbel. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Sara Sanders Leaving: The Hill, NPR Conway Gone Too?: CNN, NYT Trump's Comment: Washington Post Oil Tanker Attacks: AP, BBC, CNBC, NYT Sudan Crisis: BBC, NBC News, The Guardian, The Washington Post, Cosmo Flint Charges Dropped: AP, USA Today Flag Day: Hollywood Reporter, USFlag.org NBA Championship Team: CBS Sports Bitcoin Emissions: AP Facebook Digital Coin: WSJ #InstagramDown: CNET, Gizmodo Outdoor Study: NYT, Scientific Reports Father's Day: Today, USA Today, PC Mag

Jun 14, 20199 min

S1 Ep 452Census Question, Stanley Cup & Drone Delivery (+ Talking Opioid Crisis) - Thursday, June 13th, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, June 13th, 2019! Today, we're talking about why there's so much conflict over one question, and why Amanda Knox is returning to Italy. Plus: who won The Stanley Cup, and where food delivery by drone is coming as soon as this summer. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. We're talking about the opioid crisis and the first major trial against the drug manufacturers. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy helps break it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Babbel. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Contempt Vote & Census Question: AP, The Hill, CBS News, NYT Hong Kong Protests: Reuters, BBC, NYT Knox Back in Italy: Inside Edition, AP Nevada Marijuana Rule: ABC News , CNN, The Hill Memory Implant: Bloomberg Stanley Cup: CBS Sports, NHL, St. Louis Post-Dispatch NBA Finals: NBA.com, Bleacher Report US Open: CBS Sports, Golf Channel Bird Buys Scoot: The Verge, TechCrunch Uber Fast Food Delivery: TechCrunch, CNN, Bloomberg

Jun 13, 201916 min

S1 Ep 451Merger Lawsuit, World Cup Record & Air Taxis - Wednesday, June 12th, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, June 12th, 2019! Today, we're talking about why the president's son is on Capitol Hill, why several states are trying to block two companies from merging, and why big tech is in the hot seat. Plus: how the U.S. just made World Cup history, and what to expect from air taxis within just a few years. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Blinkist. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trump Jr. on Capitol Hill: Washington Post Subpoena Fight: CNN, ABC News, Washington Post Trump vs Biden: AP, NYT Democratic Debate: NBC News States Sue Over Merger: NPR, Bloomberg, WSJ Big Tech in Trouble?: NPR, AP, CNBC Record Heat: USA Today, ABC News, Accuweather, National Weather Service World Cup Record: CBS News, ESPN Facebook Data App: TechCrunch, CNET, The Verge Facebook Solar Project: AP, CBS Dallas Uber Air Taxis: The Verge, Business Insider, Mashable Amazon Restaurants: GeekWire, WSJ, CBS News

Jun 12, 20199 min

S1 Ep 450Secret Deal?, Dead Zone & Krispy Kreme - Tuesday, June 11th, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, June 11th, 2019! What to know today about a possible secret deal with Mexico, a helicopter's crash-landing on a skyscraper, and why the Justice Department has changed course. Plus: where you'll find one of the largest "dead zones" this summer, which star NBA player was hurt (again), and why Celine Dion is saying 'goodbye.' Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Mexico Secret Deal: The Washington Post, ABC News, AP Mueller Evidence: NYT, WSJ, AP Skyscraper Crash-Landing: CBS News, CNN, AP Record Dead Zone: USA Today, National Geographic Tech for the Planet: Variety, Fast Company "Big Papi" Shot: ABC News NBA Finals: CBS Sports, Yahoo! Sports, USA Today Women's World Cup: CBS Sports, ProSoccerUSA Amazon "Bad Credit" Card: CNBC, TechCrunch Celine Dion's Goodbye: Billboard, USA Today, People Supersized Krispy Kreme: Business Insider, MarketWatch

Jun 11, 20198 min

S1 Ep 449Mueller Report Hearings, ISS Open for Biz & Historic Tony Award - Monday, June 10th, 2019

The news to know for Monday, June 10th, 2019! Today, we're talking about the televised hearings happening this week on Capitol Hill, the deal between U.S. and Mexico, and why so many people in Hong Kong are protesting. Plus: a sort-of space hotel, Microsoft's announcements, and historic wins in both tennis and at the Tony Awards. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Noom. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Mexico-U.S. Deal: NYT, AP, Politico, FOX News, The Hill Mueller Report Hearings: AP, CNN, The Hill, ABC News Hong Kong Protests: BBC, WSJ, NYT, USA Today Southeast Flooding: The Weather Channel, USA Today CA Heat Wave: NBC News, CNN French Open History: USA Today, ESPN, Tennis Magazine ISS Open for Biz: The Verge, TechCrunch, Business Insider Comcast Fined: Engadget, Gizmodo Microsoft Xbox: CNET, WSJ, The Verge Tony Award Winners: People, NYT, ABC News Box Office: Variety

Jun 10, 20199 min

S1 Ep 448U.S.-Mexico Talks, New Robocalls Rule & Uber Copter - Friday, June 7th, 2019

The news to know for Friday, June 7th, 2019! Today, what to know about negotiations between the U.S. and Mexico, and how a new rule will help fight those annoying robocalls. Plus: why Spotify and the Obamas are teaming up, where you can take an 'Uber Copter,' and which awards show to watch this weekend. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Tariff Talks: AP, WSJ, NYT, Bloomberg West Point Crash: NPR, NBC News NYPD Apology: Vox, AP, NPR FCC Blocks Robocalls: CNN, Washington Post, USA Today Women's World Cup: CBS Sports, Sports Illustrated Stanley Cup: ESPN Commercial Robots: Reuters Uber Copter: Engadget, The Verge Spotify + Obamas: The Verge, NBC News Tony Awards: Rolling Stone, Billboard Dog Stress: National Geographic, AP

Jun 7, 20198 min

S1 Ep 447D-Day Remembered, NCAA Changes & Netflix "Extras" - Thursday, June 6th, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, June 6th, 2019! Today, new info about migrants arrested at the border and what Congress is doing now, and big changes to how veterans can get healthcare. Plus: the changes coming to college basketball, Amazon's newest delivery drone, and Rihanna's milestone. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. We're talking about child internet stars with digital anthropologist Crystal Abidin. She shares how young online celebrities aren't protected by the same laws and rules created for children in Hollywood. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy helps break it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: More Migrants: ABC News, Washington Post, NYT, CNBC Research Restrictions: NPR, WaPo, NYT, NBC News Veteran Health Care: USA Today, NYT 75 Years Since D-Day: CBS News, AP, ABC News NCAA 3-Point Line: CBS Sports, USA Today YouTube Removes Videos: Reuters, Vox, The HIll Amazon Delivery Drone: Bloomberg, The Verge Uber Eats: TechCrunch, The Verge Netflix New Feature: Business Insider, The Verge, TechCrunch Rihanna Richest Female Singer: Forbes, NYT Style

Jun 6, 201917 min

S1 Ep 446Tariffs Battle, Travel Restrictions & Spotify Stations - Wednesday, June 5th, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, June 5th, 2019! Today, we're talking about why you may be surprised to hear who's against President Trump's plan for more tariffs, and what to know about the new travel restrictions that go into effect today. Plus: get ready for yoga at CVS drugstores, the future of furniture and Spotify's new app. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Mexico Tariffs Battle: Washington Post, CNBC, WSJ Deputy Arrested in Parkland: Reuters, CNN, NYT Virginia Gun Control: AP, Washington Post, NPR Restricted Cuba Travel: ABC News, NYT, Washington Post 19th Amendment Anniversary: CBS News, VOA CVS Health Hubs: CNBC, Reuters Cat Declawing in NY: US News, AP Ikea Robotic Furniture: The Verge, TechCrunch Bird Cruiser: Engadget, Gizmodo Spotify Stations: Engadget, The Verge

Jun 5, 20198 min

S1 Ep 445Big Tech, Tiananmen Square & Billionaire Jay-Z - Tuesday, June 4th, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, June 4th, 2019! We're talking about what happened 30 years ago that will be remembered around the world today, and which government wants Tinder to hand over a bunch of user data. Plus: some highlights from Apple's big event, how a historic game show winning streak ended, and the first billionaire rapper. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Disaster Bill Passes: The Washington Post, FOX News, NPR Mueller Report Hearing: The Hill, CNBC, Politico Big Tech Probe: AP, NYT, TechCrunch, Reuters 30th Anniversary of Tiananmen Square: The Guardian, CNN, History.com Russia Demands Tinder Access: Business Insider, WSJ, AP Eid al-Fitr: Al Jazeera, CNN, USA Today Apple WWDC Highlights: The Verge, TechCrunch, NYT Quest Diagnostics Leak: WSJ, CNN, NBC News Jeopardy WInning Streak Broken: USA Today, NYT Jay-Z First Billionaire Rapper: Forbes, The Guardian

Jun 4, 20199 min

S1 Ep 444Virginia Beach Shooting, Goodbye iTunes & $4.5 Million Lunch - Monday, June 3rd, 2019

The news to know for Monday, June 3rd, 2019! Today, we're talking about another mass shooting and the email that came just hours before, and what to know about the president's trip to Europe. Plus: get ready to say goodbye to iTunes, ESPN's new test for teens, and the lunch worth more than $4.5 million... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Ancestry. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Virginia Beach Shooting: AP, USA Today, NYT, Washington Post, CNN Trumps to UK: VOA, BBC, ABC News, AP, The Sunday Times, The Sun New Visa Requirement: TechCrunch, Bloomberg U.S. vs. Google: WSJ, NYT, The Washington Post Goodbye iTunes & WWDC: The Verge, CNBC, Bloomberg MLB Draft: CBS Sports, Bleacher Report ESPN Test for Teens: Variety, Cybercultural Warren Buffett Auction: Reuters, WSJ Box Office Winner: Variety, USA Today

Jun 3, 20199 min

S1 Ep 443Mexican Tariffs, Spelling Bee Octochamps & Star Wars Land - Friday, May 31st, 2019

The news to know for Friday, May 31st, 2019! Today, we're talking about a new threat of tariffs and what it has to do with illegal immigration. Plus: a historic National Spelling Bee with *eight* winners, when at-home deliveries are expected to double, and a billion dollar Star Wars Land... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Audible. Start your 30-day trial by going to Audible.com/newsworthy or text "newsworthy" to 500500. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Mexican Tariffs: WSJ, FOX News, USA Today, NBC News Reactions to Mueller: NYT, AP, CBS News, NPR Death Penalty Ban: NPR, Washington Post, VOX Measles Milestone: AP, CNN, WSJ FDA on CBD: CNBC, NBC News JUUL Stores: CNBC, Reuters Sunday Delivery: WSJ, Fox Business, CBS News Historic Spelling Bee: ESPN, Twitter WorldPride in NY: World Pride NYC, CNN, Chicago Tribune Harry Potter eBooks: CNET, BBC $1B Star Wars Land: CNET, MarketWatch, WSJ

May 31, 20199 min

S1 Ep 442Mueller Speaks, NBA Finals & 5G Explainer - Thursday, May 30th, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, May 30th, 2019! Today, we're talking about the special counsel's first public comments since his investigation started two years ago, and what could happen next. Plus: what to knowa bout the NBA finals, Amazon's newest smart device, and why Uber says you could be kicked off its app. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. We're talking all about 5G: what it is, how it could impact you and when it will be widely available. Brendan Gill from OpenSignal joins us to explain. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy helps breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Audible. Start your 30-day trial by going to Audible.com/newsworthy or text "newsworthy" to 500500. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Mueller Speaks: AP, The Hill, NYT, NBC News Primary Debates: Politico, AP, U.S. News & World Report Israel's New Election: The Guardian, BBC, ABC News Severe Weather: The Weather Channel, Accuweather, NYT Alex Trebek Update: USA Today, People NBA Finals: NBA.com, ESPN, CBS Sports Alexa Voice History: Engadget, CNBC Echo Show 5: The Verge Uber "Deactivates" Riders: The Verge, TechCrunch Marijuana Delivery Apps: Engadget, Android Police In-Flight 5G: The Verge, VentureBeat

May 30, 201917 min

S1 Ep 441Abortion Ruling, Diabetes Data & Apple's New iPod - Wednesday, May 29th, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, May 29th, 2019! Today, what to know about a record-breaking two weeks of tornadoes, a Supreme Court ruling about abortion, and the diabetes data that has even some doctors stumped. Plus: a billionaire's major pledge, the type of cannabis now allowed on planes, and Apple's new iPod... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Audible. Start your 30-day trial by going to Audible.com/newsworthy or text "newsworthy" to 500500. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Record-Breaking Tornadoes: AP, The Weather Channel, AccuWeather, NYT, USA TODAY Missouri Abortion Clinic Closing: CBS News, NPR SCOTUS on Abortion: The Washington Post, WSJ, NYT Netflix on Abortion: Variety, Deadline Diabetes Down, Obesity Up: TIME/AP New Medical Conditions: Quartz, CNBC, CBS News TSA's CBD Guidelines: FOX News, NBC News, CNN, TSA Sports Illustrated Sold: USA Today, NYT Mrs. Bezos Fortune: CNN, ABC News Apple's New iPod: Business Insider, The Verge Moto Z4 Sold: Droid Life, The Verge, Engadget

May 29, 20199 min

S1 Ep 440Opioid Trial, Mt. Everest Traffic Jam & Aladdin Wins - Tuesday, May 28th, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, May 28th, 2019! Today, what to know about this week's severe weather and record-breaking flooding, and the first of its kind trial about the opioid crisis. Plus: a traffic jam on Mt. Everest, Ikea's new augmented reality app, and how the remake of Aladdin did at the the box office. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Audible. Start your 30-day trial by going to Audible.com/newsworthy or text "newsworthy" to 500500. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here to learn more: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Oklahoma Tornado/Weather: AccuWeather, The Weather Channel Trump in Japan: AP, The Hill, Washington Post, CNN Japan Stabbing: AP, BBC, CNN Theresa May Steps Down: NPR, BBC, NYT, AP, The Washington Post, NBC News, TIME Hiker in Hawaii Rescued: USA Today, TIME Mt. Everest Traffic Jam: CNN, NYT, CBS News Opioid Trial: WSJ, CBS News, The Washington Post, NPR Most Expensive Drug: CNBC, Reuters Indy 500: CBS Sports, NYT Major Merger?: NBC News, WSJ IKEA App: Reuters Snapchat Music: Mashable, WSJ TikTok Phone: TechCrunch, The Verge Weekend Box Office: Variety

May 28, 20199 min

S1 Ep 439Farmers Bailout, Weinstein Deal & 3D Body Scans - Friday, May 24th, 2019

The news to know for Friday, May 24th, 2019! Today, what to know about billions of dollars going to farmers, and the multimillion dollar deal Harvey Weinstein just made. Plus: Memorial Day, a mile-wide asteroid, 3D body scans and a new feature on Rotten Tomatoes. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by the American Beverage Association. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Farmers Bailout: NYT, NPR Disaster Funding Bill: CNN, NBC News, Politico Harvey Weinstein Deal: Page Six, ABC News, WSJ Last Slave Ship Found: USA Today, Washington Post, Live Science Weekend Weather: Accuweather, Missouri Tornado: The Weather Channel, NYT Asteroid Flyby: NBC News Memorial Day: History Beef Recall: USDA (list of recalled items), FOX News, CBS News Facebook's Record Removal: Axios, Bloomberg, Engadget AT&T & Bitcoin: Engadget, CNET 3D Body Scans: Business Insider, CNET Mood Device: Bloomberg, CNBC Rotten Tomatoes Revamp: Variety, Deadline

May 24, 20199 min

S1 Ep 438"American Taliban" Released, $20 Bill Design & Send Your Name to Mars (+ Talking E-Scooters) - Thursday, May 23rd, 2019

The news to know for Thursday, May 23rd, 2019! Today, we're talking about why President Trump stormed out of a meeting and says he'll refuse to work with Democrats, and what to watch for in the world's largest election. Plus: what to know about changes to the $20 bill, a new way to bury loved ones, and how NASA plans to take people's names to Mars. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview about a growing number of e-scooter injuries, and what's being done about it. Hear from Dr. Tarak Trivedi about his own research and how e-scooter companies are coming to him to improve safety. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy helps break it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by the American Beverage Association. Learn more at www.BalanceUS.org. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Trump-Pelosi Battle: AP, NYT, The Hill, CNN Trump's Financial Records: WSJ, The Hill, Bloomberg, NBC News "American Taliban" Released: NYT, FOX News, Washington Post India's Election: CNN, BBC, The Guardian, NYT Harriet Tubman Bill: CNBC, The Hill, MarketWatch NASA Boarding Pass: CNN, NASA ? 23andMe & Airbnb: Vox, Quartz Human Composting: Seattle Times, USA Today, CNN Delivery Robot: Reuters, Business Insider, TechCrunch World's First "Vertical" Theme Park: Daily Mail, AP

May 23, 201913 min

S1 Ep 437New Calls to Impeach, Self-Driving USPS Trucks & 'New Coke' - Wednesday, May 22nd, 2019

The news to know for Wednesday, May 22nd, 2019! Today, we're talking about why there are new calls for impeachment and why dozens of lawsuits were filed against one of the best known companies in the world… Plus: the U.S. Postal Service plans to use a new kind of tech, and why Coca-Cola is teaming up with Netflix… Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by the American Beverage Assoc. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Calls for Impeachment: CNN, AP, NBC News, WSJ VOX, NYT, AP Tax Returns Memo: The Washington Post Plastic Trash Research: NBC News, Yahoo! News McDonald's "Time's Up": Reuters, Vox NBA Finals: Sports Illustrated, NBC Sports Stanley Cup Final: NHL, CBS Sports Comcast Home Sensor: CNBC, Engadget USPS Self-Driving Trucks: Reuters, USA Today New Chevy Feature: The Verge, CNET Urban Outfitters Rentals: WSJ, BusinessInsider 'New Coke' is Back: USA Today, Variety

May 22, 20198 min

S1 Ep 436Subpoena Battles, 5G Race & AI Fights Cancer - Tuesday, May 21st, 2019

The news to know for Tuesday, May 21st, 2019! Today, we're talking about the White House winning one subpoena fight today but losing another. Plus: a ban on a major Chinese company, how AI could help fight cancer, and yes, another mistake on the most popular HBO show ever... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by the American Beverage Association. Go to www.balanceUS.org to learn more. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: McGahn Testimony: ABC News, CNN, AP Financial Records: CNBC, Washington Post, The Hill, WSJ Google & Huawei: AP, CNN, Bloomberg T-Mobile/Sprint Merger: CNBC, WSJ, The Verge AI Spots Lung Cancer: Engadget, NYT Ford Job Cuts: NBC News, WSJ Little Caesars Impossible Pizza: The Verge, Fox Business Game of Thrones Water Bottles: Gizmodo, USA Today, Variety, Business Insider

May 21, 20197 min

S1 Ep 435Iran Warning, Surprise Gift to Grads & RIP Grumpy Cat - Monday, May 20th, 2019

The news to know for Monday, May 20th, 2019! Today, we're talking about the first Republican lawmaker to say this one thing, and what a famous self-help guru is now accused of... Plus: a billionaire's big surprise to graduating students, Spotify's new plan for your car, and Grumpy Cat remembered... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Noom. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: More Severe Weather: AccuWeather, ABC News, The Weather Channel, USA Today Iran Threat: BBC, CBS News, AP, Fox News A Republican First: NBC News, CNN, Washington Post, The Hill Trump Lifts Tariffs: AP, NPR, Fortune Tony Robbins Accused: BuzzFeed News, NBC News Ohio State Report: AP, USA Today Billionaire Pays Student Loans: AP, CNN PGA Championship Winner: CBS Sports, ESPN, YAHOO! Sports Spotify Smart Assistant: Techradar, Engadget, The Verge Grumpy Cat Dies: Washington Post, TIME GoT Series Finale: Workforce Institute, TechCrunch Weekend Box Office: Variety, USA Today

May 20, 20199 min

S1 Ep 434Weekend Weather, SAT Adversity Score & GoT Petition - Friday, May 17th, 2019

The news to know for Friday, May 17th, 2019! Today, what to know about this weekend's severe weather, the latest person running for president, and a new 'adversity score' to get into college. Plus: a flying taxi, a Taco Bell hotel, and a Game of Thrones petition. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Swap.com. Go to https://www.swap.com/newsworthy for free shipping on your first order. Become a NewsWorthy Insider! Click here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Weekend Weather: Accuweather, Weather Channel, USA Today Pelosi on Impeachment: CNN, NYT NYC Mayor for President: AP, Washington Post Abortion Bans: CBS News, TIME, NYT SAT "Adversity Score": NYT, WSJ PGA Latest: CBS Sports, Sports Illustrated, USA Today Air Taxi: Engadget, Wired, CNN, UBER FLYING TAXIS Taco Bell Hotel: USA Today, CNBC GOT Petition: CNN, TIME

May 17, 20198 min