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S1 Ep 208Travel Ban, Hypersonic Jet & New Google Maps - Wednesday, June 27th, 2018
All the news to know for Wednesday, June 27th, 2018! Today, the travel ban is back, a big election upset and Uber's fight with London. Plus: a hypersonic jet and the new Google Maps. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 207Harley-Davidson, FDA-Approved Marijuana Drug & CGI Instagram Stars - Tuesday, June 26th, 2018
All the news to know for Tuesday, June 26th, 2018! Today, we're talking about why an iconic American manufacturer is moving part of the business overseas and the first ever FDA-approved medicine made from marijuana. Plus: Venmo's debit card and non-human social media stars. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 206Saudi Women Drive, Apple Keyboards & BET Awards - Monday, June 25th, 2018
All the news to know for Monday, June 25th, 2018! Today, we're talking about another new plan for the border, Saudi women are finally allowed to drive and Apple is fixing a keyboard issue. Plus: the Gay Pride parade, avocados double their shelf life and the movie that won the weekend. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 205First Lady's Message, Alzheimer's Study & The Conners - Friday, June 22nd, 2018
All the news to know for Friday, June 22nd, 2018! Today, we're talking about a U.S. Supreme Court decision, the First Lady's message and the results of an Alzheimer's Study. Plus: the show to replace Roseanne and Chipotle's new menu items. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 204Executive Order, Facebook Subscriptions & First Day of Summer (+ Talking Space Force with Todd Harrison) - Thursday, June 21st, 2018
All the news to know for Thursday, June 21st, 2018! Today, we're talking about the executive order to stop family separations at the border (and how it hasn't stopped the controversy). Plus: subscriptions for movies and the longest day of the year. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Then, hang out after the news for the bonus Three Question Thursday interview. This week we're talking about President Trump's call to create a sixth branch of the military called 'Space Force.' The guest today is Todd Harrison. He's the Director of the Aerospace Security Project at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. He's leading in-depth, nonpartisan research about space security and defense funding issues, including the 2018 Space Threat Assessment. He tells us what a Space Force might actually do, who's for and against it and why and the expected timeline. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 203U.S. Quits Human Rights Council, Canada Weed & Instagram TV - Wednesday, June 20th, 2018
All the news to know for Wednesday, June 20th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the U.S. dropping out of the U.N. Human Rights Council, a new plan is revealed for some health care plans and Canada just legalized recreational weed across the country. Plus: ten minute videos launch on Instagram and Amazon Alexa is coming to your hotel room. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 202Space Force, Moxy Airways & Juneteenth - Tuesday, June 19th, 2018
All the news to know for Tuesday, June 19th, 2018! Today, we're talking about trade tensions with China, a new Space Force and the battle at the border continues. Plus:a new airline, Apple's emergency plan and Juneteenth. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 201Border Battle, World Cup Upset & Facebook Eye-Opener - Monday, June 18th, 2018
All the news to know for Monday, June 18th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the immigration controversy as the fight over separated families at the border gets more intense. Plus: a World Cup upset, Facebook's eye-opener and a record-breaker at the box office. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 200Families Separated, Chicago Tunnels & Incredibles 2 - Friday, June 15th, 2018
All the news to know for Friday, June 15th, 2018! Today, we're talking about how one state is suing Trump's charity, controversy about families at the U.S.-Mexico border and a sweet comeback story. Plus: Chicago's plan for tunnels and the movie that set a pre-sales record. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 199World Cup Begins, Uber Helps Cabbies? & Raccoon Rescue (+ Jessica Naziri talks tech) - Thursday, June 14th, 2018
All the news to know for Thursday, June 14th, 2018! Today, we're talking about an interest rate hike, the World Cup and a massive storm on Mars. Plus: Uber helping cabbies, Netflix shows where you decide the ending and the now viral raccoon rescued from the side of a building. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Then, hang out after the news for the bonus Three Question Thursday interview. This week we're talking tech, from Father's Day gift ideas to dealing with phone addiction. My guest today is Jessica Naziri. She was named one of Inc.com's top women in tech and works with brands like Intel, Dell and Samsung. She is the founder of TechSesh.co and helps bridge the gap between lifestyle and technology. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 198Summit Analysis, World Cup Vote & Shoppable Instagram - Wednesday, June 13th, 2018
All the news to know for Wednesday, June 13th, 2018! Today, the good and bad of what experts are saying about the historic meeting with North Korea. Plus: AT&T wins, a World Cup vote and "Paving for Pizza." All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 197Historic Meeting, AT&T Decision & IHOb - Tuesday, June 12th, 2018
All the news to know for Tuesday, June 12th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the historic meeting between President Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un -- what happened and what to expect next. Plus: Uber wants to know if you're drunk and IHOP's name change. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 196Singapore Arrival, Anthony Bourdain & Ocean's 8 - Monday, June 11th, 2018
All the news to know for Monday, June 11th, 2018! Today, all eyes are on Singapore as President Trump and Kim Jong-un prepare to meet face-to-face. Plus: tensions with Canada, say goodbye to net neutrality, big wins in sports, the Tony Awards and the winner at the box office. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 195President's Prep, Mars Discovery & Stanley Cup Champs - Friday, June 8th, 2018
All the news to know for Friday, June 8th, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump's preps ahead of the historic meeting with North Korea next week, a controversial billion dollar fine and a discovery on Mars. Plus: Facebook's mistake, the Stanley Cup champs and the Tony Awards. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 194Medical Mystery, Airline Ticket Prices & A Star is Born (+ Net Neutrality w/ Shireen Mitchell & Kentaro Toyama) - Thursday, June 7th, 2018
All the news to know for Thursday, June 7th, 2018! Today, we're talking a possible trade war, a medical mystery and the result of Trump's meeting with Kim Kardashian West. Plus: the price to fly is going up, a new smart speaker and Lady Gaga's new movie role. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Then, hang out after the news for the bonus Three Question Thursday interview. This week we're talking about net neutrality. The rules in place since 2015 officially cease to exist on Monday, June 11th. What does that mean for you? Hear diferent perspectives from two different guests. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 193RIP Kate Spade, #ByeByeBikini & Lip Sync Live - Wednesday, June 6th, 2018
All the news to know for Wednesday, June 6th, 2018! Today, we're talking about more job openings, Medicare's money problems and the death of fashion designer Kate Spade. Plus: Miss America scraps the swimsuit competition and Facebook tests 'Lip Sync Live.' All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 192Baker Wins, Eagles Disinvited & Memojis - Tuesday, June 5th, 2018
All the news to know for Tuesday, June 5th, 2018! Today, we're talking about a new U.S. Supreme Court ruling, why President Trump disinvited an NFL team to the White House and another breast cancer breakthrough. Plus: Twitter and Microsoft are making moves and the big changes coming to the iPhone. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 191Presidential Pardon, Skip Chemo & Apple's 'Digital Health' - Monday, June 4th, 2018
All the news to know for Monday, June 4th, 2018! Today, we're talking about claims President Trump could pardon himself if he wanted, a surprise speech at the graduation ceremony in Parkland, Florida and good news from a large breast cancer study. Plus: Apple's expected announcements today and an 'electric nose' for your smartphone. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 190Trade Tensions, Samantha Bee & Spelling Bee - Friday, June 1st, 2018
All the news to know for Friday, June 1st, 2018! Today, we're talking about the tensions with U.S. allies over trade, a letter President Trump expects from North Korea and more comedian controversy. Plus: the NBA Finals, the top social media site for teens and the word to win it all at the Scripps National Spelling Bee. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 189Bank Rules, Kardashian-Trump Meeting & Viral Twitter Promise (+ talking GDPR with Dana Simberkoff) - Thursday, May 31st, 2018
All the news to know for Thursday, May 31st, 2018! Today, we're talking about a top North Korean official in New York, the rules for banks that could be changing and Kim Kardashian West's visit to the White House. Plus: WalMart pays employees' college tuition and the viral Twitter promise (turned joke). All that and much more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Then, hang out after the news for the bonus Three Question Thursday interview. This week we're talking about the new law, GDPR (the reason you're getting all those privacy policy emails!). Today's guest is Dana Simberkoff, Chief Risk, Privacy and Information Security Officer at AvePoint. She also works with industry associations like the International Association of Privacy Professionals. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 188China Tariffs, Roseanne Canceled & BTS Tops Charts - Wednesday, May 30th, 2018
All the news to know for Wednesday, May 30th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the renewed tough talk about China, the reason ABC canceled Roseanne despite big ratings and why the FBI wants you to reboot your routers. Plus: Serena Williams has a comeback in a 'catsuit' and the boy band BTS just made history. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 187Storm Alberto, Starbucks Anti-Bias Training & Hero 'Spider-Man' - Tuesday, May 29th, 2018
All the news to know for Tuesday, May 29th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the historic meeting with North Korea's leader and why it could be back on, the storm hitting the Southeast and the Starbucks racial bias training planned for today. Plus: a hero teacher, a hero "Spider-Man" and the holiday weekend winner at the movies. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 186GDPR Explained, N.Korea Summit Canceled & Solo: A Star Wars Story - Friday, May 25th, 2018
All the news to know for Friday, May 25th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the reason you're getting all those privacy policy emails (GDPR), the canceled meeting with North Korea and the plan to arrest Harvey Weinstein. Plus: Alexa's mistake, the worth of Netflix and the newest Star Wars movie. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 185Spygate, NFL New Policy & Tinder Places (+ Royal Wedding with Lauren Zima) - Thursday, May 24th, 2018
All the news you need to know for Thursday, May 24th, 2018! Today, we're talking about why President Trump has come up with the term 'Spygate," the NFL's new controversial policy about kneeling and a warning for parents about teething meds. Plus: noteworthy new features from Bank of America, YouTube and Tinder. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Then, hang out after the news for Three Question Thursday. This week, Entertainment Tonight host Lauren Zima is sharing what it was like to cover the Royal wedding from Windsor Castle and what the couple is up to next. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 184Bank Rules, Women Making History & Brynn Cartelli - Wednesday, May 23rd, 2018
All the news to know for Wednesday, May 23rd, 2018! Today, we're talking about lawmakers rolling back rules for banks, three women making history and lava reaching a power plant in Hawaii. Plus: Tesla, facial recognition and the youngest person to win The Voice. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 183Iran Deal Demands, Obamas + Netflix & Scratch-n-Sniff Stamps - Tuesday, May 22nd, 2018
All the news to know for Tuesday, May 22nd, 2018! Today, we're talking about the tough talk toward Iran, a U.S. Supreme Court decision and the Obamas team up with Netflix. Plus: Instagram fights FOMO, Facebook's CEO goes live and scratch-and-sniff stamps. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 182School Shooting, Hawaii 'Laze' & Royal Wedding - Monday, May 21st, 2018
All the news to know for Monday, May 21st, 2018! Today, we're talking about the school shooting in Texas, the new threat in Hawaii called 'laze' and the new type of drugs meant to prevent migraines. Plus: the Royal wedding, the Billboard Music Awards and the winner at the Box Office over the weekend. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 181CIA Director, Royal Wedding & 'Holographic' Phone - Friday, May 18th, 2018
All the news to know for Friday, May 18th, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump's remarks on North Korea, the new (first female) CIA director and romaine lettuce getting the all clear. Plus: the Royal wedding and a 'holographic' smartphone. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 180Trump's Disclosure, Net Neutrality & 'Serial' Documentary (+ Interview with Dr. Shannon Kobs Nawotniak) - Thursday, May 17th, 2018
All the news to know for Thursday, May 17th, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump's new financial disclosure and the police officer who stopped a school shooting. Plus: a blockchain smartphone, a Whole Foods discount and the TV version of the podcast Serial. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Then, hang out after the news for the bonus Three Question Thursday interview. This week we're talking about the volcano eruptions in Hawaii: why it's happening, what to expect next and the biggest misconceptions. Today's guest is Dr. Shannon Kobs Nawotniak. She's a volcanologist at Idaho State University who has researched lava flows and ash deposits from volcanoes around the world. She studies them using a combination of field work, computer modeling, and laboratory analysis. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 179North Korea Threat, Twitter Trolls & Yanny vs. Laurel - Wednesday, May 16th, 2018
All the news to know for Wednesday, May 16th, 2018! Today, we're talking about North Korea's latest threat, a claim that China bribed Trump, the Pennsylvania primaries and the NBA Draft order. Plus: Instagram will give you more insights, a new version of the 'blue or gold dress' debate and the first day of Ramadan. All that and more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 178Sports Betting, Melania Trump & Blood Saves Babies - Tuesday, May 15th, 2018
All the news to know for Tuesday, May 15th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the protests that turned violent in Israel and why gambling on sports in the U.S. just got the go-ahead. Plus: what's on Jupiter's moon, microchips under the skin and the one person who saved 2 million babies. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 177U.S. Embassy, Chili's Data Breach & Rockefeller Record - Monday, May 14th, 2018
All the news to know for Monday, May 14th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the U.S. embassy controversy, the change of heart for ZTE and a data breach at Chili's. Plus: Starbucks bathrooms, NBA playoffs and the weekend box office. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 176Volcano Explosion, Miami Grand Prix & Apple Credit Card - Friday, May 11th, 2018
All the news to know for Friday, May 11th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the warnings about a possible volcano explosion in Hawaii (soon), the time and place for the meeting with North Korea and Spotify stops promoting R. Kelly. Plus: Formula One in Miami, an Apple credit card and your Klout score disappears. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 175Prisoners Released, Trump Talks Tech & Lyft "All Access" (+ Interview with Dana Malstaff, Boss Mom) - Thursday, May 10th, 2018
All the news to know for Thursday, May 10th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the prisoners released from North Korea, the tech talk happening at the White House and the big win for solar power. Plus: more Boy Scouts news, Lyft's 'All Access' plan and pizza with beer delivery. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Then, hang out after the news for the bonus Three Question Thursday interview. This week we're talking about how 1 in 4 Americans reportedly make money on a digital platform, and we're putting a Mother's Day twist on it. We're hearing from Dana Malstaff. She's CEO and Founder of Boss Mom. She's a mother, author, speaker, business strategist, podcaster, blind spot reducer, and movement maker. She launched the Boss Mom brand with her first book Boss Mom: The Ultimate Guide to Raising a Business & Nurturing Your Family Like a Pro and quickly grew to a six-figure business within a year. Now she's helping women all over the world raise their businesses and babies at the same time. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 174CIA Nominee, Google AI & 'This is America' - Wednesday, May 9th, 2018
All the news to know for Wednesday, May 9th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the decision to scrap the Iran Nuclear Deal, the nominee to lead the CIA will face tough questions today and new recommendations for certain cancer screenings. Plus: Dish Network is paying some people $1200, a bunch of news from Google I/O and all the talk about 'This is America.' All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 173Iran Nuclear Deal, $1 Trillion Company & "The Mountain" - Tuesday, May 8th, 2018
All the news to know for Tuesday, May 8th, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump's expected announcement about the Iran Nuclear Deal and there's an update about the lava and earthquakes in Hawaii. Plus: the company on track to reach $1 trillion, the Game of Thrones character who won a real life contest and the Met Gala. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 172Hawaii Volcano, Mission to Mars & Ticketmaster Rival - Monday, May 7th, 2018
All the news to know for Monday, May 7th, 2018! Today, we're talking about whether President Trump may plead the Fifth, the hot lava in Hawaii and NASA's mission to Mars. Plus: a new rival to Ticketmaster and the first movie to hit a $1 billion in just 11 days since opening. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 171NRA Convention, Twitter Passwords & Cinco de Mayo - Friday, May 4th, 2018
All the news to know for Friday, May 4th, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump's speech to the NRA, another teacher strike is over and a volcano erupts in Hawaii. Plus: Jay-Z subpoenaed, change your Twitter password, and Cinco de Mayo. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
Ep 170Hush Money Repaid, Cambridge Analytica & Being Serena (+ Bonus Interview with Libby Bush) - Thursday, May 3rd, 2018
All the news to know for Thursday, May 3rd, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump repaying 'hush money' to his lawyer and the controversial data firm that says it's forced to shut down. Plus: another Southwest Airlines cracked window, Boy Scouts is changing its name and more Amazon Prime perks. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Then, hang out after the news for the bonus Three Question Thursday interview. This week we're hearing from Libby Bush. She's the founder and CEO of Tandem Entertainment, which specializes in strategic and creatively led partnerships for media companies & celebrity clients like Walt Disney Studios, Ryan Seacrest, STX Entertainment, Funny or Die and Rachel Zoe, to name a few. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 169States Sue, CDC Warning & Facebook Dating - Wednesday, May 2nd, 2018
All the news to know for Wednesday, May 2nd, 2018! Today, we're talking about several states suing the federal government, how President Trump's former doctor is changing his story and a warning from the CDC. Plus: a lot of Facebook news, including a new dating feature and new privacy tool. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 168Iran Nuclear Deal, Facebook Downvoting & The Simpsons - Tuesday, May 1st, 2018
All the news to know for Tuesday, May 1st, 2018! Today, we're talking about a little relief for U.S. allies, secret docs about Iran's nuclear program and more teacher strikes. Plus: Facebook downvoting, women in sumo wrestling and The Simpsons. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 167Trump v. Wolf, T-Mobile + Sprint & Avengers: Infinity War - Monday, April 30th, 2018
All the news to know for Monday, April 30th, 2018! Today, we're talking about North Korea's promises and a comedian's controversial political jokes. Plus: two big cell phone companies hope to merge and the biggest opening weekend for a movie - ever. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 166Historic Korea Talks, Bill Cosby & Spectacles 2.0 - Friday, April 27th, 2018
All the news to know for Friday, April 27th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the historic meeting between North and South Korean leaders and the guilty verdict for Bill Cosby. Plus: the NFL draft, Snap's new Spectacles and the cost of Amazon Prime. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 165Plead the Fifth, Facebook Profits & New Gmail (+ Interview with Chadden Hunter) - Thursday, April 26th, 2018
All the news you need to know for Thursday, April 26th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the French President's speech to make the 'planet' great again and President Trump's personal lawyer says he'll plead the Fifth Amendment. Plus: Facebook's profits, a new Gmail and Amazon Echo for kids. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Then, hang out after the news for the bonus Three Question Thursday interview. In honor of last Sunday's Earth Day, we're talking this week with Australian wildlife biologist and filmmaker Chadden Hunter. He has a PhD in gelada baboons in Ethiopia and worked with National Geographic, Discovery Channel and the BBC's Planet Earth series. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 164Nuclear Deal, E-Cigs Crackdown & In-Car Delivery - Wednesday, April 25th, 2018
All the news to know for Wednesday, April 25th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the Iran Nuclear Deal, the French President's visit and a crackdown on e-cigarettes. Plus: Amazon's new in-car delivery and Instagram's data download feature. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 163Toronto Tragedy, Amazon's Home Robots & Monkey Selfie - Tuesday, April 24th, 2018
All the news to know for Tuesday, April 24th, 2018! Today, we're talking about a tragedy in Toronto, the next U.S. Secretary of State and Southwest Airlines cancels more flights. Plus: a monkey selfie, home robots and Fast and Furious (the cartoon). All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 162White House Visitor, Canceled Flights & Royal Baby - Monday, April 23rd, 2018
All the news to know for Monday, April 23rd, 2018! Today, we're talking about the first official state visit to the White House during Trump's presidency, the hero customer who stopped a shooting and Southwest Airlines canceling flights. Plus: Earth Day, Kate Middleton in labor and the weekend's top movie. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 161Student Walkouts, Prime Minister Maternity Leave & Scandal Finale - Friday, April 20th, 2018
All the news to know for Friday, April 20th, 2018! Today, we're talking about possible student walkouts, why Wells Fargo faces a $1 billion fine and the first prime minister to take maternity leave. Plus: Netflix movie theaters, Alexa Blueprints and the Scandal series finale. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 160"Hero" Pilot, Cuba's New Leader & Google's Grasshopper (+ 3QTh with Brian Lawler) - Thursday, April 19th, 2018
All the news you need to know for Thursday, April 19th, 2018! Today, a "hero" pilot, a big change in Cuba's leadership and why Tesla is under investigation. Plus: a planet-hunting satellite named TESS and a new Google game called Grasshopper. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Then, hang out after the news for the bonus Three Question Thursday interview. This week we're talking with attorney and aviation expert Brian Lawler about the Southwest Airlines plane that made an emergency landing: what happened, what it was like for the pilot and the potential legal ramifications. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
S1 Ep 159Tax Day Extended, Barbara Bush & Blackhawk - Wednesday, April 18th, 2018
All the news to know for Wednesday, April 18th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the extra time to file your taxes, a secret meeting in North Korea and the Southwest Airlines engine explosion. Plus, a drug made from cannabis got FDA staff approval and Steven Spielberg says yes to a superhero movie. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.