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S1 Ep 158Tax Day, Fake Ringtones & Kendrick Lamar - Tuesday, April 17th, 2018

All the news to know for Tuesday, April 17th, 2018! Today, we're talking Syria, cyber attacks and Sean Hannity. Plus: tax day, fake ringtones, Boston Marathon and Kendrick Lamar. 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.

Apr 17, 20186 min

S1 Ep 157Trump v. Comey, Egg Recall & Coachella - Monday, April 16th, 2018

All the news to know for Monday, April 16th, 2018! Today, what to know about the airstrikes in Syria and the James Comey interview. Plus: a big egg recall, a smartphone that doesn't connect to the internet and the ACM 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.

Apr 16, 20187 min

S1 Ep 156Trade Deal Talk, LinkedIn GIFs & Pink KitKats - Friday, April 13th, 2018

All the news to know for Friday, April 13th, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump reconsidering a pacific trade deal and the controversial opinion of a nominee for federal judge. Plus: the new search tool coming to LinkedIn messenger and the new color of KitKats. 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.

Apr 13, 20187 min

S1 Ep 155Paul Ryan, Spotify & Mariah Carey (+3QTh with guest Emilie Aries) - Thursday, April 12th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Thursday, April 12th, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump's tweet to Russia and a top Republican who is leaving Congress for good. Plus: Mariah Carey gets personal and the best place to live in 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. Then, hang out after the news for the bonus Three Question Thursday interview. This week we're talking about Equal Pay Day: what it is, what laws are changing and why both women and men should care. Today's guest is Emilie Aries. She's a nationally recognized speaker and the Founder and CEO of Bossed Up, an innovative personal and professional training organization that helps women craft sustainable careers. Emilie is a political organizer turned award-winning women's leadership consultant. She has helped hundreds navigate career transition and prevent burnout. She's been featured through her TED talk, "The Power of No," and is also a regular contributor at Forbes, The Huffington Post, and Levo League. Learn more at www.EmilieAries.com. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Apr 12, 201813 min

S1 Ep 154Zuck Testifies, Teacher Strike & TJ Miller Trouble - Wednesday, April 11th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Wednesday, April 11th, 2018! Today, it's round two of testimony for Facebook's CEO Mark Zuckerberg, President Trump moves things around to keep an eye on Syria and it's the second week of a statewide teacher strike. Plus, comedian T.J. Miller got in trouble, there's a new social app and expect an iPhone with three camera lenses. 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.

Apr 11, 20187 min

S1 Ep 153FBI Raid, Equal Pay Ruling & (RED) iPhone - Tuesday, April 10th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Tuesday, April 10th, 2018! Today, Facebook's CEO is in the hot seat in D.C. and we'll talk about the FBI raiding the home and office of President Trump's personal lawyer. Plus: Equal Pay Day, Instagram 'Nametags' and Apple's (RED) iPhones for a cause. 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.

Apr 10, 20186 min

S1 Ep 152Syria Attack, YouTube Scrutiny and A Quiet Place - Monday, April 9th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Monday, April 9th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the alleged chemical attack and possible retaliation in Syria and the scrutiny YouTube is facing about the data it collects about children. Plus: 'unsend' those facebook messages, WrestleMania and the top movie of 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.

Apr 9, 20189 min

S1 Ep 151$100B in Tariffs, Saudi Crown Prince & Dollaritas - Friday, April 6th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Friday, April 6th, 2018! Today, we're talking about another round of tariffs that could hit Chinese products, President Trump says he didn't know about a payment and a record number of women are in the running for a seat in the U.S. House. Plus, why the Saudi crown prince went to Hollywood, the smart speaker turning into an intercom system and the 'Dollaritas' are back. 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.

Apr 6, 20187 min

S1 Ep 150China Retaliation, Facebook Changes & Marijuana Studies (+ 3QTh with Denise Howell + Dennis Yu) - Thursday, April 5th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Thursday, April 5th, 2018! Today, we're talking about China's retaliation (round 2) and facebook's big changes. Plus: Maya Angelou, an NFL player who may have stopped a school shooting and two studies about marijuana. 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 facebook privacy and Cambridge Analytica. We have two perspectives from two guests: First, we'll talk with Denise Howell. She's a tech lawyer specializing in online communications and privacy and the host of "This Week in Law." Then, we'll talk with Dennis Yu, the Chief Technology Officer of BlitzMetrics, an internationally recognized lecturer on Facebook marketing and the former Head of Analytics at Yahoo! For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Apr 5, 201816 min

S1 Ep 149YouTube HQ Shooting, MLK Jr. & Toys 'R' Us Gift Cards - Wednesday, April 4th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Wednesday, April 4th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the shooting at YouTube's headquarters, the 50 year anniversary of MLK Jr.'s death and what President Trump is saying about sending the military to the border. Plus, Spotify goes public, Toys 'R' Us gift card rules and the 'Hilarity for Charity' special. 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.

Apr 4, 20187 min

S1 Ep 148Tech Stocks Struggle, Infant Antacids Study & NCAA Champs - Tuesday, April 3rd, 2018

All the news you need to know for Tuesday, April 3rd, 2018! Today, we're talking about tech stocks struggling this week, two billionaires battling it out and Trump's tough talk on immigration. Plus: the men's NCAA championship game and rare, huge footprints found of the largest dinosaurs. 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.

Apr 3, 20188 min

S1 Ep 147DACA Threat, Saks 5th Avenue Breach & Where's Waldo? - Monday, April 2nd, 2018

All the news you need to know for Monday, April 2nd, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump's threat against DACA, China enacting new tariffs on U.S. imports and another data breach at well-known stores. Plus: credit card changes, Where's Waldo? on Google Maps and the winner of 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.

Apr 2, 20189 min

S1 Ep 146Russia Retaliates, MyFitnessPal Hack & Disney v. Pixar - Friday, March 30th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Friday, March 30th, 2018! Today, we're talking about Russia retaliating, President Trump's dislike for Amazon and a popular fitness app runs into trouble. Plus: Starbucks warning, a new kind of March Madness and two holidays this 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.

Mar 30, 20187 min

S1 Ep 145VA Secretary Fired, Facebook Changes & Mega Millions (+ 3QTh with Dr. David Hill) - Thursday, March 29th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Thursday, March 29th, 2018! Today, we're talking about another person kicked out of the Trump administration and Facebook's newest promise to improve privacy settings. Plus: does President Trump hate Amazon, MLB Opening Day and the Mega Millions jackpot. 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 use and the possible impact on both adults and teens. Dr. David Hill is Chair of the American Academy of Pediatrics Council on Communications and Media. He joins us to share his take. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Mar 29, 201813 min

S1 Ep 144North Korea Meeting, New Human Organ & Rubber Ducky Study - Wednesday, March 28th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Wednesday, March 28th, 2018! Today, we're talking about North Korea's secret meeting with China, two police shootings in the U.S. and Heineken's controversial ad. Plus: Walmart's new robots, Apple's new iPad and what researchers are calling a new human organ. 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.

Mar 28, 20186 min

S1 Ep 143Russians Removed, 2020 Census & Spice Girls Reunion - Tuesday, March 27th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Tuesday, March 27th, 2018! Today, we're talking about tough action against Russia, a new controversial census question and a gun manufacturer filing for bankruptcy. Plus: Apple pitches to educators and the Spice Girls may reunite (as superheroes). 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.

Mar 27, 20187 min

S1 Ep 142Stormy Daniels, March for Our Lives & #SaveToysRUs - Monday, March 26th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Monday, March 26th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the highlights from the March for Our Lives rally, the Stormy Daniels interview and another ban on transgender troops. Plus: an effort to save Toys "R" Us with GoFundMe, the Final Four is set and the weekend 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.

Mar 26, 20188 min

S1 Ep 141Shutdown Avoided, March for Our Lives & Snap Map - Friday, March 23rd, 2018

All the news you need to know for Friday, March 23rd, 2018! Today, we're talking about how the government shutdown was avoided just in time, more tariffs and Trump's lawyer is leaving. Plus: March for Our Lives rally this weekend, Starbucks announced equal pay for all U.S. employees and Snapchat's new Snap Map. 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.

Mar 23, 20188 min

S1 Ep 140Interest Rate, Mark Zuckerberg & Tennis Ball Debate (+ 3QTh on Uber Crash with Shawn DuBravac) - Thursday, March 22nd, 2018

All the news you need to know for Thursday, March 22nd, 2018! Today, we're talking about new tariffs that could be announced, another government shutdown is looming and Mark Zuckerberg responds to the Facebook fallout. Plus: YouTube's new weapons rule, LinkedIn's list of top U.S. companies and the tennis ball color debate. 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 have past guest Dr. Shawn DuBravac back on the show to discuss the deadly crash involving Uber's self-driving car. DuBravac served as chief economist for the Consumer Technology Association (CTA). He also wrote the New York Times Best Seller Digital Destiny: How the New Age of Data Will Transform the Way We Work, Live, and Communicate. He is president and founder of Astra Insights. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Mar 22, 201812 min

S1 Ep 139Serial Bomber, Putin Congrats Call & Male Birth Control - Wednesday, March 21st, 2018

All the news you need to know for Wednesday, March 21st, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump's controversial congratulations call, another school shooting and more facebook fallout... Plus: male birth control and the most tweeted about 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.

Mar 21, 20188 min

S1 Ep 138Facebook Privacy, Uber Trouble & Cynthia Nixon - Tuesday, March 20th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Tuesday, March 20th, 2018! Today, more fallout at Facebook over privacy concerns, troubles for Uber's self-driving cars and President Trump's plan for drug dealers. Plus: the first day of Spring comes with storms, a Sex and the City actress is running for governor and a popular sitcom from the 90s returns... 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.

Mar 20, 20186 min

S1 Ep 137"Fake Memos", Tinder v. Bumble & Powerball Jackpot - Monday, March 19th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Monday, March 19th, 2018! Today, we're talking about what President Trump calls 'fake memos' and why Facebook is under fire again. Plus: glow-in-the-dark cancer cells, 3D printed homes and the dating apps taking it to court. 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.

Mar 19, 20188 min

S1 Ep 136Bridge Collapse, Cigarette Changes & St. Patrick's Day - Friday, March 16th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Friday, March 16th, 2018! Today, we're talking about a tragic bridge collapse in Miami and the new sanctions imposed on some Russians. Plus: the FDA's plan for less nicotine in cigarettes, Lyft's monthly subscription model and St. Paddy's Day this 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.

Mar 16, 20186 min

S1 Ep 135Student Walkouts, Solar Storm & Katy Perry Kiss (+ 3QTh with Susan Harrow) - Thursday, March 15th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Thursday, March 15th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the student walkouts across the country and why the person who was once called 'the next Steve Jobs' is now facing federal charges. Plus: the effects of a solar storm on Earth and a controversial kiss on American Idol. 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 students who survived the school shooting in Florida and the strategies they've used to make sure their message is heard. My guest today is Susan Harrow. She's a world-renowned media coach and author of the best-selling book, Sell Yourself Without Selling Your Soul (HarperCollins). For 28 years she's helped clients shine on Oprah, CBS' 60 Minutes, The Today Show, Good Morning America, and in the New York Times, Inc., O, Parade, People, Vogue etc. Currently, she's created a course called True Shield: Verbal Self-Defense For Girls that teaches young women 12-24 how to protect themselves in 10 of life's most difficult and dangerous situations that they'll likely encounter — and stay safe. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Mar 15, 201811 min

S1 Ep 134Tillerson Fired, National Geographic Confession & March Madness Millions - Wednesday, March 14th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Wednesday, March 14th, 2018! Today, we're talking about who's in and who's out at the White House and an update on President Trump's trip to California. Plus: National Geographic has a confession, Google's new Bitcoin policy and Warren Buffett's million dollar promise... 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.

Mar 14, 20188 min

S1 Ep 133Border Wall, March Madness & Beyoncé Tour - Tuesday, March 13th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Tuesday, March 13th, 2018! Today, President Trump takes a trip to California to see prototypes of the border wall and an investigation into possible Russia collusion comes to an end. Plus: a big tech deal gets blocked, it's time to fill your March Madness brackets and Hulu wins the bidding war for a new series. 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.

Mar 13, 20187 min

S1 Ep 132Gun Policies, Scientology TV & GIFs Gone - Monday, March 12th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Monday, March 12th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the new plans for gun policies, President Trump's new campaign slogan and a helicopter crash in NYC. Plus: Scientology TV, GIFs for stories are missing and The Sopranos 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.

Mar 12, 20187 min

S1 Ep 131North Korea Meeting, Obamas on Netflix & Daylight Saving Time - Friday, March 9th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Friday, March 9th, 2018! Today, we're talking about a big deal meeting planned between North Korea and the U.S., the tariffs officially put in place and what to know before you travel to Mexico for Spring Break. Plus: Netflix talks with the Obamas, a Weight Watchers meal kit and Daylight Saving Time. 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.

Mar 9, 20188 min

S1 Ep 130Trump's Tariffs, Opioid Crisis & Alexa Laughing (+ 3QTh on Self-Driving Cars with Shawn DuBravac) - Thursday, March 8th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Thursday, March 8th, 2018! Today, we're talking about what to expect from President Trump's plan for steel & aluminum tariffs and two new studies about the opioid crisis. Plus: it's International Women's Day and Amazon Alexa is randomly laughing. 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 future of self-driving cars with Dr. Shawn DuBravac, author of the New York Times Best Seller Digital Destiny: How the New Age of Data Will Transform the Way We Work, Live, and Communicate. He is president and founder of Astra Insights. For over a dozen years, DuBravac served as chief economist for the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) and his analysis has appeared on The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Financial Times, Washington Post, Wired, Los Angeles Times, Barron's and on-air with CNBC, Bloomberg, CBS and other media outlets. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Mar 8, 201815 min

S1 Ep 129Stormy Daniels Sues, 23andMe & Disney World - Wednesday, March 7th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Wednesday, March 7th, 2018! Today, a top adviser to President Trump is resigning, North Korea signals it may denuclearize and the President is getting sued. Plus: an at-home genetic test for genes linked to cancers, Forbes annual billionaires list and a new view of Disney World. 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.

Mar 7, 20187 min

S1 Ep 128Elephant Trophies, Facebook Mistake & The Bachelor - Tuesday, March 6th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Tuesday, March 6th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the fights over tariffs, elephant trophies and net neutrality. Plus: Facebook's mistake, Bumble's new policy and The Bachelor 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.

Mar 6, 20187 min

S1 Ep 127Oscars 2018, Israeli PM & Royal Wedding - Monday, March 5th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Monday, March 5th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the highlights and history made at the Academy Awards. Plus, what to know about the steel tariffs, the teacher strike and who will be visiting the White House today. 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.

Mar 5, 20186 min

S1 Ep 126Steel Tariffs, East Coast Storm & 'Casting Couch' - Friday, March 2nd, 2018

All the news you need to know for Friday, March 2nd, 2018! Today, we're talking about an East Coast storm with possible flight cancellations, new tariffs on steel and aluminum and a threat from Russia. Plus: what's the casting couch statue and the best/worst U.S. states for quality of life... 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.

Mar 2, 20188 min

S1 Ep 125Age Limits, Dog Cloning & Spotify (+ 3QTh on the Oscars with Lauren Zima) - Thursday, March 1st, 2018

All the news you need to know for Thursday, March 1st, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump's proposal for gun control and why two big companies just changed their gun policies. Plus, Barbra Streisand cloned her dog, Spotify goes public and Dubai's plan for DNA.. 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 we're talking about the Oscars with Entertainment Tonight host Lauren Zima. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Mar 1, 201811 min

S1 Ep 124Teacher Strike, Moon's Mobile Network & Google Clips - Wednesday, February 28th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Wednesday, February 28th, 2018! Today, students in Florida officially go back to class and the teacher strike in West Virginia comes to an end. Plus: a mobile network on the moon, a virtual computer and Google clips... 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.

Feb 28, 20187 min

S1 Ep 123Back to School, New iPhones & Drone Models - Tuesday, February 27th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Tuesday, February 27th, 2018! Today, student survivors in Florida get ready to go back to school and companies snub the NRA. Plus: Apple's newest plan for iPhones and AirPods, Michelle Obama's new memoir and drones as supermodels... 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.

Feb 27, 20187 min

S1 Ep 122Closing Ceremony, Samsung S9 & Black Panther - Monday, February 26th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Monday, February 26th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the Winter Olympics closing ceremony, including what happened between U.S. and North Korean leaders. Plus: two new phone launches, more Amazon Go stores and more success for Black Panther. 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.

Feb 26, 20187 min

S1 Ep 121NRA Speech, FluMist & Best Beaches - Friday, February 23rd, 2018

All the news you need to know for Friday, February 23rd, 2018! Today: what the head of the NRA has to say about the efforts to change gun laws and Ivanka Trump heads to South Korea for the Winter Olympics. Plus: FluMist is making a comeback, Airbnb has a new offer, and the world's best beaches. 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.

Feb 23, 20185 min

S1 Ep 120YouTube Mistake, 5G Network & JUST Water (+ 3QTh with Lisa Greene-Lewis) - Thursday, February 22nd, 2018

All the news you need to know for Thursday, February 22nd, 2018! Today: the President's idea for gun laws, YouTube's trending mistake and 5G networks coming to a city near you. Plus: Snapchat changes and Will Smith's latest company... 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 we're talking about the new tax law with Lisa Greene-Lewis, a CPA and the TurboTax Blog Editor. She has over 15 years experience in tax advice and preparation. Lisa also has held positions as a public auditor, controller, and operations manager. Lisa is passionate about helping customers get all of the tax deductions and credits they deserve so they can keep their hard earned money. Because of her extensive tax knowledge, Lisa has contributed tax articles to local, national, and online publications, including US News & World Report and Huffington Post. Lisa has also appeared on news broadcast, the Steve Harvey Show, and the Ellen Show. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Feb 22, 201811 min

S1 Ep 119Bump Stocks, Facebook Postcards & Lindsey Vonn - Wednesday, February 21st, 2018

All the news you need to know for Wednesday, February 21st, 2018! Today we're talking about gun laws, from President Trump's latest comments about bump stocks to which celebrities are donating $500k each to student activists. Plus, why facebook plans to send postcards and how Google is predicting heart attacks. 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.

Feb 21, 20186 min

S1 Ep 118Russian Bots, Wardrobe Malfunction & iPhone Update - Tuesday, February 20th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Tuesday, February 20th, 2018! Today: President Trump's take on gun control and how Russian bots got involved, too. Plus: a wardrobe malfunction at the Winter Olympics, an iPhone update available and Fergie says sorry. 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.

Feb 20, 20186 min

S1 Ep 117Russia Charges, Adam Rippon & Presidents' Day - Monday, February 19th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Monday, February 19th, 2018! Today: an announcement from Florida shooting survivors and the U.S. charges more than a dozen Russians for allegedly meddling in the 2016 election. Plus: what to know about the Winter Olympics, the NBA All Star Game, the weekend box office and Presidents' 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.

Feb 19, 20186 min

S1 Ep 116Florida Heroes, Phones to Avoid & Chinese New Year - Friday, February 16th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Friday, February 16th, 2018! Today: students thank the hero teachers from Florida's school shooting and lawmakers still can't get along when it comes to immigration. Plus: which type of cell phone the FBI says to avoid, a promising Alzheimer's study and the Chinese New 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. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Feb 16, 20185 min

S1 Ep 115School Shooting, SpaceX & Drake's Surprise (+ 3QTh with Shellie Bailey-Shah) - Thursday, February 15th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Thursday, February 15th, 2018! Today: what we know about a school shooting in Florida and a new immigration deal in the works. Plus: satellites for high-speed internet all over Earth, Google's new ad blocker and Drake's surprise. 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's guest is travel expert, Shellie Bailey-Shah. Shellie Bailey-Shah is the editor of KidTripster, an online family travel magazine that provides information and inspiration to families traveling anywhere in the world. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Feb 15, 201811 min

S1 Ep 114Russia's Plan, Google AMP & Valentine's Day - Wednesday, February 14th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Wednesday, February 14th, 2018! Today: Russia's plans for the midterm elections and Israel's Prime Minister is facing legal trouble. Plus: Google's changes to search and email, Black Panther's pre-sales and the Best In Show winner. 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.

Feb 14, 20187 min

S1 Ep 113Obamas' Portraits, Nanorobots & Chloe Kim - Tuesday, February 13th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Tuesday, February 13th, 2018! Today: what President Trump's budget proposal says and the two reasons why the former president's portrait is historic. Plus: nanorobots may cure cancer, Chloe Kim wins the gold and the Peter Rabbit controversy. 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.

Feb 13, 20185 min

S1 Ep 112First U.S. Gold, Flu Pill & Royal Wedding - Monday, February 12th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Monday, February 12th, 2018! Today: a budget deal update, a new plan for the International Space Station and a possible one-day fix for the flu. Plus: the Winter Olympics weekend recap, new details about the Royal wedding and which movie won 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.

Feb 12, 20188 min

S1 Ep 111Government Shutdown, Opening Ceremony & Tequila Shortage - Friday, February 9th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Friday, February 9th, 2018! Today: another government shutdown and a late-night for lawmakers. Plus: let the Winter Games begin, the Dow drops again and Dunkin' Donuts has a new plan. 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.

Feb 9, 20186 min

S1 Ep 110Budget Deal, Winter Olympics & Gerber Baby (+ 3QTh with Damona Hoffman) - Thursday, February 8th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Thursday, February 8th, 2018! Today, can lawmakers make a deal before another government shutdown? And we're talking about one lawmaker's marathon, record-breaking speech. Plus: what to watch for at the Winter Olympics, from sports to politics, and why this year's Gerber baby is making 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. Then, hang out after the news for Three Question Thursday. This week's guest is Damona Hoffman. Damona Hoffman is a certified dating coach, radio host, and TV personality. Damona was the host/dating expert of #BlackLove on FYI TV and the host/relationship expert on the A+E Networks TV series, A Question of Love, which just finished it's first season on FYI TV. In addition to her hundreds of media appearances (People Magazine, Essence Magazine, Ebony Magazine, and more) and hosting Dates & Mates with Damona Hoffman for 5 years, Damona is also the love expert for BET.com. For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Feb 8, 201812 min

S1 Ep 109Marching Orders, Falcon Heavy & Snapchat - Wednesday, February 7th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Wednesday, February 7th, 2018! Today: we're getting closer to another government shutdown and President Trump gives 'marching' orders. Plus: the Winter Olympics have another hurdle to jump, a Tesla cruises by earth and Star Wars has a new game plan. 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.

Feb 7, 20186 min