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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

S1 Ep 108Dow Down, SpaceX Launch & Doritos for Women - Tuesday, February 6th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Tuesday, February 6th, 2018! Today: what's happened on Wall Street, a U.S. Supreme Court ruling and why it's a big day for SpaceX. Plus: reactions to Doritos for women and how a chemical in french fries could help cure baldness. 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 6, 20186 min

S1 Ep 107Eagles Win, Amtrak Crash & Lady Gaga - Monday, February 5th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Monday, February 5th, 2018! Today we're catching you up on the Super Bowl, from the game and the halftime show to the commercials and controversies. Plus: more on the memo, an Amtrak crash, Google is hiring and Lady Gaga apologizes to fans. 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 5, 20187 min

S1 Ep 106Super Bowl, Uber Bike & Groundhog Day - Friday, February 2nd, 2018

All the news you need to know for Friday, February 2nd, 2018! Today we're talking all things Super Bowl: from the cost of tickets and commercials to what you'll see in the halftime show. Plus: President Trump's ratings, Uber's electric bike share, Target's same-day shipping and it's Groundhog 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. Today's episode is brought to you by SOL Organics. SOL​ ​Organics​ ​sells​ ​luxuriously​ ​comfortable​ ​organic​ ​sheets​ ​and​ ​bedding. Go to www.SOLOrganix.com to redeem 20% off + free shipping with CODE 'ERICA20'

Feb 2, 20188 min

S1 Ep 105Classified Memo, FEMA & Alexa Commercial (+ 3QTh with Kathlyn Hart ) - Thursday, February 1st, 2018

All the news you need to know for Thursday, February 1st, 2018! Today, the heated debate about a classified memo and why FEMA had some people in Puerto Rico in a panic. Plus: homeownership rates go up, Amazon's Alexa loses her voice and Super Mario Brothers go to the big screen. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Three Question Thursday. This week's guest is Kathlyn Hart. She's a salary negotiation coach on a mission to help women earn more. Through her coaching, speaking and online negotiation bootcamp "Be Brave Get Paid" she helps women gain the skills and the confidence to negotiate for the income they deserve. In addition, she hosts The Big Leap Show podcast where she interviews women about their journey of going from dreaming to doing. 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 1, 201810 min

S1 Ep 104Amazon Health Care, SOTU & Tinder Lawsuit - Wednesday, January 31st, 2018

All the news you need to know for Wednesday, January 31st, 2018! Today: what President Trump said in the State of the Union, including his order for Guantanamo Bay, and what to know about three corporate giants creating a new health care nonprofit. Plus: the false alarm in Hawaii wasn't an accident after all, Tinder lost a lawsuit and the super blue blood moon happens this morning. 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. Today's episode is brought to you by SOL Organics. SOL​ ​Organics​ ​sells​ ​luxuriously​ ​comfortable​ ​organic​ ​sheets​ ​and​ ​bedding. Go to www.SOLOrganix.com to redeem 20% off + free shipping with CODE 'ERICA20'

Jan 31, 20187 min

S1 Ep 103State of the Union, Cleveland Indians & Mr. Rogers - Tuesday, January 30th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Tuesday, January 30th, 2018! Today: President Trump will give his first State of the Union address (+ the typo on the tickets) and what to know about a classified memo. Plus: a baseball team's controversial change, Amazon's "The Spheres" and who will play Mr. Rogers on the big screen. 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.

Jan 30, 20188 min

S1 Ep 102Grammys, Flamethrowers & Big Brother - Monday, January 29th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Monday, January 29th, 2018! Today: what to know about the Grammy Awards and what to expect in tomorrow's State of the Union address. Plus: how to mute Google reminder ads, why people are pre-ordering flamethrowers and who's going from the White House to reality TV. 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. Today's episode is brought to you by SOL Organics. SOL​ ​Organics​ ​sells​ ​luxuriously​ ​comfortable​ ​organic​ ​sheets​ ​and​ ​bedding. Go to www.SOLOrganix.com to redeem 20% off + free shipping with CODE 'ERICA20'

Jan 29, 20187 min

S1 Ep 101Golden Toilet, XFL 2020 & Grumpy Cat - Friday, January 26th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Friday, January 26th, 2018! Today: President Trump's proposal for immigration, an offer of a golden toilet and what Oprah says about running for president. Plus: the XFL will have a comeback and "Grumpy Cat" has a reason to smile. 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. Today's episode is brought to you by SOL Organics. SOL​ ​Organics​ ​sells​ ​luxuriously​ ​comfortable​ ​organic​ ​sheets​ ​and​ ​bedding. Go to www.SOLOrganix.com to redeem 20% off + free shipping with CODE 'ERICA20'

Jan 26, 20187 min

S1 Ep 100World Economic Forum, Monkey Clones & Murphy Brown (+ 3QTH with Tariq Malik) - Thursday, January 25th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Thursday, January 25th, 2018! Today, why President Trump is rubbing elbows with the wealthy in Switzerland, a former USA Gymnastics doctor gets sentenced to prison and Elon Musk agrees to a radical new type of pay. Plus: monkey clones, camel beauty and new iPhone features. All that and much more in less than 10 minutes! Then, stick around for Three Question Thursday. This week's guest is Tariq Malik, Managing Editor of Space.com. He'll be answering three questions about the moon, including the upcoming supermoon, blue moon and total lunar eclipse happening all at once on January 31st as well as a new moon directive for NASA. 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 SOL Organics. SOL​ ​Organics​ ​sells​ ​luxuriously​ ​comfortable​ ​organic​ ​sheets​ ​and​ ​bedding. Go to www.SOLOrganix.com to redeem 20% off + free shipping with CODE 'ERICA20'

Jan 25, 201811 min

S1 Ep 99Sessions Interview, E-Cigs Report & Facebook Survey - Wednesday, January 24th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Wednesday, January 24th, 2018! Today: who got grilled in the Russia investigation and who will become the first U.S. Senator to give birth. Plus: a new report on vaping, Facebook's plan for news and an update about the Apple HomePod. 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. Today's episode is brought to you by SOL Organics. SOL​ ​Organics​ ​sells​ ​luxuriously​ ​comfortable​ ​organic​ ​sheets​ ​and​ ​bedding. Go to www.SOLOrganix.com to redeem 20% off + free shipping with CODE 'ERICA20'

Jan 24, 20186 min

S1 Ep 98Shutdown Ends, Netflix Comedy & Sleep Study - Tuesday, January 23rd, 2018

All the news you need to know for Tuesday, January 23rd, 2018! Today we're talking about the end of the government shutdown, why President Trump is targeting the solar industry with tariffs and what's unique about Vermont legalizing marijuana. Plus: Apple's HomePod, Netflix is starting a new comedy series and the Oscar nominations coming soon. 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. Today's episode is brought to you by SOL Organics. SOL​ ​Organics​ ​sells​ ​luxuriously​ ​comfortable​ ​organic​ ​sheets​ ​and​ ​bedding. Go to www.SOLOrganix.com to redeem 20% off + free shipping with CODE 'ERICA20'

Jan 23, 20186 min

S1 Ep 97Shutdown Day 3, Tide Pods & SAG Awards - Monday, January 22nd, 2018

All the news you need to know for Monday, January 22nd, 2018! Today: we're talking about the government shutdown. It's day three, so hear what to expect now. Plus: Amazon's store of the future, two teams officially head to the Super Bowl and the SAG Awards have its first host 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. Today's episode is brought to you by SOL Organics. SOL​ ​Organics​ ​sells​ ​luxuriously​ ​comfortable​ ​organic​ ​sheets​ ​and​ ​bedding. Go to www.SOLOrganix.com to redeem 20% off + free shipping with CODE 'ERICA20'

Jan 22, 20187 min

S1 Ep 96Govt Shutdown, Amazon's Top 20 & Krispy Kreme - Friday, January 19th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Friday, January 19th, 2018! Today: the countdown is on to a government shutdown, there's a groundbreaking new blood test to detect eight cancers and Wells Fargo makes a mistake. Plus: Amazon's top 20 cities for HQ2 and you can vote to choose Krispy Kreme's newest flavor. 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. Today's episode is brought to you by SOL Organics. SOL​ ​Organics​ ​sells​ ​luxuriously​ ​comfortable​ ​organic​ ​sheets​ ​and​ ​bedding. Go to www.SOLOrganix.com to redeem 20% off + free shipping with CODE 'ERICA20'

Jan 19, 20187 min