The NewsWorthy
The day’s news made fast, fair and fun – in 10 minutes. Erica Mandy is like a trusted friend who always ‘gets’ both sides. She’s a veteran journalist who was tired of talking heads, alarmist headlines and monotone voices, so she created something different. The NewsWorthy is packed with politics, tech, business and entertainment from a variety of sources -- brought together in one, convenient place (and with a fun twist). Join the thousands of people already listening each weekday!
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 12 minutes
- Episodes
- 2314
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
Holiday Weekend Crowds, Where to Worship & Tom Brady’s Wardrobe Malfunction- Tuesday, May 26th, 2020
The news to know for Tuesday, May 26th, 2020!
We’ll share what top public health officials are saying about COVID-19, including the three metro areas now considered lingering hotspots.
Also, why the …
Second Wave Predictions, College Controversies & New TSA Rules- Friday, May 22nd, 2020
The news to know for Friday, May 22nd, 2020!
We’re talking about expert predictions for a possible second wave of COVID-19 cases and the impact on jobs in America.
Also, why one sailor is now being …
Surfaces Mostly Safe, New Airline Safety Upgrades & Baby Bust (+ Explaining Covid-Tracing Tech)- Thursday, May 21st, 2020
The news to know for Thursday, May 21st, 2020!
What to know today about a worldwide spike in COVID-19 cases, what the CDC now says about the virus living on surfaces, and a new battle over mail-in ba…
50 States Ease Restrictions, Evacuations Underway & Social Media ‘Shops’ - Wednesday, May 20th, 2020
The news to know for Wednesday, May 20th, 2020!
All 50 states have eased stay-at-home restrictions, but what’s been happening with the number of new COVID-19 cases? We’ll break down the latest data a…
Promising Vaccine Offers Hope, Trump Taking Unproven Drug & Record Bid for MJ’s Sneakers- Tuesday, May 19th, 2020
The news to know for Tuesday, May 19th, 2020!
What to know today about a promising new vaccine. We’ll break down the possible timeline for it, and why some health experts are excited.
And President T…
How to Assess Your Risk, Gov't Watchdog Fired & New Ridesharing Rules- Monday, May 18th, 2020
The news to know for Monday, May 18th, 2020!
We’ll break down what experts are saying about staying home versus going outside, and some simple ways to limit your risk when you leave the house.
We als…
Senator Stock Scandal, World’s First Trillionaire? & Apple’s Virtual Reality- Friday, May 15th, 2020
The news to know for Friday, May 15th, 2020!
What to know today about new CDC guidelines to reopen, warnings from a government whistleblower, and a senator’s surprise decision while he’s under inves…
Back to School?, Grocery Prices Rise & Facebook Avatars (+ Mental Health w/ Kati Morton)- Thursday, May 14th, 2020
The news to know for Thursday, May 14th, 2020!
We’re talking about President Trump’s push to get kids back to school and the reason a top public health expert says not to rush it.
Also, prices at the…
Expert Warnings, Pregnant Women Research & Work-From-Home Forever- Wednesday, May 13th, 2020
The news to know for Wednesday, May 13th, 2020!
What to know from top health officials who testified under oath about America’s plan to reopen.
And the first major announcement from a major universit…
Fauci Testimony, Trump Touts Testing & Virtual Pet Adoptions- Tuesday, May 12th, 2020
The news to know for Tuesday, May 12th, 2020!
What to expect today from top health officials testifying on Capitol Hill, including a possible warning from Dr. Fauci.
Also, what the White House unveil…
White House Exposure, Vaccine Volunteers & Workers Rewarded- Monday, May 11th, 2020
The news to know for Monday, May 11th, 2020!
What to know today about COVID-19 in the West Wing: who tested positive and which top U.S. officials are now staying home.
Also, thousands of people say t…
States Ignore Benchmarks, “Smart City” Scrapped & New Banksy Surprise- Friday, May 8th, 2020
The news to know for Friday, May 8th, 2020!
What to know today about the latest states working to reopen and what the White House is saying about the original benchmarks being ignored.
And two very …
Who’s Getting Sick, Sports Comeback Plans & Drive-in Series (+ When to Get Tested)- Thursday, May 7th, 2020
The news to know for Thursday, May 7th, 2020!
We’re talking about new data from hospitals showing results that even surprised New York’s governor, and why President Trump is reportedly questioning th…
Infection Rate Rising, Meat Buying Limits & Elon Musk’s Baby- Wednesday, May 6th, 2020
The news to know for Wednesday, May 6th, 2020!
What to know today about COVID-19 trends: where there are improvements and where it’s now getting worse.
Also, why the White House says it may get rid o…
Leaked New Predictions, Travel Guidelines & Tiger King Scripted- Tuesday, May 5th, 2020
The news to know for Tuesday, May 5th, 2020!
What to know today about a leaked government report that predicts a big hike in the daily death toll from COVID-19.
And the world is racing to produce a v…
Weapons Against Virus, “Murder Hornets” Invade & Star Wars Day- Monday, May 4th, 2020
The news to know for Monday, May 4th, 2020!
We’re talking about President Trump’s newest predictions for this pandemic, which tools the FDA just approved to help fight and track the virus, and how th…
Easing Restrictions, Biden Responds & New Travel Requirements - Friday, May 1st, 2020
The news to know for Friday, May 1st, 2020!
We’re talking about the latest states reopening, “May Day” protests, and the accusation Joe Biden will respond to for the first time.
Plus: new travel rul…
First Approved Treatment?, ‘Shark Tank’ for Testing & Virus-Sniffing Dogs (+ Virologist Q&A)- Thursday, April 30th, 2020
The news to know for Thursday, April 30th, 2020!
What to know today about the first drug that could get federal approval as a COVID-19 treatment, how the government is hoping to find solutions with a…
1 Million Cases, Pentagon UFO Videos & Virtual Graduation - Wednesday, April 29th, 2020
The news to know for Wednesday, April 29th, 2020!
What to know today about the number of COVID-19 cases now, why there are warnings about possible meat shortages in the U.S., and we have official wor…
Promising Vaccine, Lakers Return Loan & Asteroid Fly-by- Tuesday, April 28th, 2020
The news to know for Tuesday, April 28th, 2020!
We’re talking about new federal guidance for how to reopen schools and churches, there’s an update about a promising vaccine that might be ready as soo…