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All the news to know for Monday, August 20th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from President Trump's lawyers, accusations against Facebook, a new test on Netflix and the MTV VMAs. Those stories and several 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 (click episodes & find today's date).

All the news to know for Friday, August 17th, 2018! Today, we're talking about Aretha Franklin, Google employees protesting, free medical school and the most talked about movie for the weekend. 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. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

All the news to know for Thursday, August 16th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from media push back against Trump's attacks on the press to body scanners in the subway. 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. Then, hang out after the news for the bonus "Thing To Know Thursday" expert interview. This week we're talking all things grammar with Mignon Fogarty a.k.a "Grammar Girl" For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

All the news to know for Wednesday, August 15th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from President Trump's newest legal fight to Uber's newest car-sharing system. 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.

All the news to know for Tuesday, August 14th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from an economic collapse in Turkey and an FBI agent fired to a newly-approved "digital birth control." Plus: Google tracking and the top U.S. colleges for your money. 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.

All the news to know for Monday, August 13th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from a secret recording at the White House to an airline employee who stole a plane. Plus: this weekend's top movie and Ellen DeGeneres on tour... 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.

All the news to know for Friday, August 10th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from the White House's plan for a Space Force to Korean pop stars making history. 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.

All the news to know for Thursday, August 9th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from new sanctions on Russia to new restrictions on Uber. Plus: NFL cheerleaders and changes to the Oscars. 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. Then, hang out after the news for the bonus "Thing To Know Thursday" interview. This week we're talking about Demi Lovato's drug overdose, the medication that likely saved her life and the myths vs. facts about drug addiction. My guest today is Jessica Hulsey Nickel. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

All the news to know for Wednesday, August 8th, 2018! Today, we're talking about Ohio's special election outcome, Tesla's "bombshell" announcement, facial recognition tech and Batwoman. 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. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes and find today's date.

All the news to know for Tuesday, August 7th, 2018! Today, we're talking new sanctions against Iran, the largest fire in California history and Facebook's pitch to big banks. Plus: MoviePass changes and Beyoncé gets personal. 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. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes and find today's date.

All the news to know for Monday, August 6th, 2018! Today, we're talking the NRA, a race to space and an assassination attempt. Plus: facebook dating, Demi Lovato and a new game show. 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. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes or see below...

All the news to know for Friday, August 3rd, 2018! Today, we're talking about new rules for clean car emissions, Apple hits $1 trillion in market value and a 'Game of Thrones' star launches her own 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.

All the news to know for Thursday, August 2nd, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from short-term, cheaper health care plans coming to the market to new features meant to warn you if you've spent too much time on Facebook and Instagram. 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. Then, hang out after the news for the bonus Three Question Thursday interview. This week we're talking about 3-D printed guns and getting two different perspectives on the issue from Cassandra Crifasi and Rick Vasquez. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

All the news to know for Wednesday, August 1st, 2018! Today, we're talking about Facebook accounts trying to interfere in U.S. elections again, a judge blocking directions for "ghost guns" and the NBA teaming up with MGM for sports betting. Plus: Beyoncé. 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 or see below...

All the news to know for Tuesday, July 31st, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from North Korea's missiles and 3D-printed guns to MoviePass and Big Macs. 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.

All the news to know for Monday, July 30th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from President Trump's threat about a government shutdown to Tesla's surfboard sale. 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 or see below... News sources: Trump Threatens to Shut Down Gov't: USA Today, AP, FOX News, CNN New Orleans Shooting: NPR, AP California Wildfires: AP, CBS News CBS's CEO Accused: The New Yorker, WSJ, THR Inmates Hack Tablets: Business Insider, TechCrunch Flight Delays: CNBC, USA Today BMW + Alexa: TechCrunch, Digital Trends Tesla Surfboards: DigitalTrends, Tesla Weekend's Box Office Winner: THR, Deadline

All the news to know for Friday, July 27th, 2018! Today, we're talking everything from why the president's tweets are under investigation to a new line of 'smart' clothes. 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.

All the news to know for Thursday, July 26th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from a trade deal to a lake on Mars. Plus: self-driving cars ready to take you shopping. 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 pilot shortage. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

All the news to know for Wednesday, July 25th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from Trump's trade war remedy to Demi Lovato's possible overdose... and, even a new feature for Google Docs. 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.

All the news to know for Tuesday, July 24th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from the president's twitter threats, to why airport security lines could get faster. 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.

All the news to know for Monday, July 23rd, 2018! Today, we're talking about a mass shooting in Toronto and a secret recording of the president. Plus: Snapcash, Comic-Con 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.

All the news to know for Friday, July 20th, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump's invitation to President Putin, why the NFL hit pause on the national anthem rule and the newest type of Starbucks. 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. Today's episode is brought to you by "3 Hours to Your Big Idea" - give John Lee Dumas just three hours and you'll get YOUR BIG IDEA. Go to www.YourBigIdea.io to learn more and sign up.

All the news to know for Thursday, July 19th, 2018! Today, we're talking President Trump's tougher tone on Russia, Google's $5B fine and a smartphone with a foldable-screen. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for the bonus 'Three Question Thursday' interview. This week Shark Week Host Paul de Gelder shares how he survived a shark attack in 2009, why he then became a shark advocate and the celebrity he worked with for this year's 30th anniversary of Shark Week (starting Sunday). Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

All the news to know for Wednesday, July 18th, 2018! Today, we're talking about about President Trump's new comments on the meeting with Russia, a new study on teens and tech and the ESPYs. 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. Today's episode is brought to you by "3 Hours to Your Big Idea." Give John Lee Dumas just three hours and you'll get YOUR BIG IDEA. Go to www.YourBigIdea.io to learn more and sign up.

All the news to know for Tuesday, July 17th, 2018! Today, we're talking about reactions to the Trump-Putin meeting and the federal investigation into Uber. Plus: Lyft's new plan, Amazon's Prime Day problems and the highest-paid celebs. 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. Today's episode is brought to you by "3 Hours to Your Big Idea" - give John Lee Dumas just three hours and you'll get YOUR BIG IDEA. Go to www.YourBigIdea.io to learn more and sign up.

All the news to know for Monday, July 16th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from the Trump-Putin meeting and the World Cup winner to facial recognition and the weekend's top movie. 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. Today's episode is brought to you by "3 Hours to Your Big Idea" - give John Lee Dumas just three hours and you'll get YOUR BIG IDEA. Go to www.YourBigIdea.io to learn more and sign up.

All the news to know for Friday, July 13th, 2018! Today, we're talking about protesters in London, a decades-old investigation reopened and the first full color 3D X-rays. Plus: Emmy nominations and Amazon Prime Day deals begin. 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.

All the news to know for Thursday, July 12th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from what's happened so far at the NATO Summit to Twitter kicking off fake followers. Plus: Kylie Jenner is almost the youngest self-made billionaire 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. Then, hang out after the news for the bonus Three Question Thursday interview. This week we're talking about the U.S. Supreme Court and President Trump's pick to replace Justice Anthony Kennedy. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

All the news to know for Wednesday, July 11th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from the NATO Summit and the successful cave rescue to Facebook's augmented reality ads and free slurpees. 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.

All the news to know for Tuesday, July 10th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from the U.S. Supreme Court nominee to new partners for both Uber and Snapchat. Those stories 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.

All the news to know for Monday, July 9th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from the ongoing rescue mission in Thailand to the top movie at the box office. 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.

All the news to know for Friday, July 6th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from a high-profile resignation and a trade war to what the next new iPhone may look like.. 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.

All the news to know for Thursday, July 5th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from the new federal guidelines about affirmative action to the World Cup's privacy issues to Amazon's Prime Day. 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 social media influencers that look human but are actually CGI. Our guest today is Brian Fanzo. He works with businesses on how to leverage emerging technologies and digital marketing to standout from the crowd and reach millennial and Generation Z consumers. He's worked for the Department of Defense in cybersecurity and is now the founder of iSocialFanz, which has helped launch digital strategies with brands like Dell, Adobe, IBM and more. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

All the news to know for Tuesday, July 3rd, 2018! Today, we're talking about a new campaign by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, President Trump's former lawyer and a soccer team found alive in Thailand. Plus: Lyft's new bike sharing company, the investigation into Facebook and Independence Day. 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.

All the news to know for Monday, July 2nd, 2018! Today, we're talking about North Korea meetings, Mexico's new president, and a gangster who escaped from prison. Plus: LeBron James, the World Cup's latest upset and an smartphone 'airbag.' 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.

All the news to know for Friday, June 29th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the shooting at a local newspaper, a new data privacy law and Amazon's new pharmacy. Plus: say goodbye to Toys R Us and hello to the first-ever AI space bot. 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.

All the news to know for Thursday, June 28th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the big U.S. Supreme Court shakeup and the latest ruling. Plus: a World Cup update, Oprah on Hulu and more private video chat. 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 a new poll that found debt is a big daily concern for 68% of millennials. Jamila Souffrant will be talking about why that's the case and what to do about it. She's a Certified Financial Education Instructor, money coach, podcaster and founder of JourneytoLaunch.com. For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.