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The NewsWorthy
The day's news made fast, fair and fun – in 15 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 friendly twist). Join the tens of thousands of people already listening each weekday!
Episodes
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Iran Deal Signed, Obama's Grand Opening & Knicks Parade - Thursday, June 18, 2026
The news to know for Thursday, June 18, 2026! What to know about the newly released terms of the deal the U.S. made with Iran, that President Trump decided to…
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White House Attack Plot, SpaceX's AI Bet & Soccer Fans Drink Boston Dry - Wednesday, June 17, 2026
The news to know for Wednesday, June 17, 2026! We'll tell you about a plan to send deadly drones toward the White House — how investigators say it was stopped…
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B-52 Bomber Crash, High-Profile Elections & World Cup Upsets - Tuesday, June 16, 2026
The news to know for Tuesday, June 16, 2026! We'll tell you about the deadly B-52 bomber crash at an American Air Force base, and how President Trump's new…
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U.S-Iran Peace Deal, UFC at the White House & Knicks Celebrations - Monday, June 15, 2026
The news to know for Monday, June 15, 2026! We're talking about what could be a major breakthrough in the Middle East: what we know about the U.S. and Iran's…
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Special Edition: The Summer Kids Actually Need
Summer is supposed to feel fun and relaxed, but for many parents, it can also feel like a lot to figure out. Renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour —…
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Iran Strikes Canceled, White House Cage Matches & World's Largest IPO - Friday, June 12, 2026
The news to know for Friday, June 12, 2026! We'll tell you about President Trump's new choice for the top intelligence job, in the face of backlash over his…
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World Cup Begins, 'I Love the Inflation' & Knicks' Historic Comeback - Thursday, June 11, 2026
The news to know for Thursday, June 11, 2026! What to know about the World Cup kicking off today — from American cities bracing for a surge of fans, to the…
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High-Tech Rescue, World Cup Visa Drama & New Sunscreen Option - Wednesday, June 10, 2026
The news to know for Wednesday, June 10, 2026! We'll tell you how the U.S. military retaliated after an American helicopter was shot down in the Middle East…
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Closely-Watched Primaries, Wall Street's AI Race & NHL Baby Boom - Tuesday, June 9, 2026
The news to know for Tuesday, June 9, 2026! What to know about some of the most talked-about matchups as four more states hold primaries today. Also, why…
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Israel Defies Trump, Stadium Workers Strike? & Slower Truckers - Monday, June 8, 2026
The news to know for Monday, June 8, 2026! We're talking about a major test for the Israel-Iran ceasefire and how President Trump's call for restraint didn't…
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Special Edition: World Cup in America — What to Know
The World Cup begins next week, and this time, it's happening across North America. Longtime soccer writer Leander Schaerlaeckens explains what makes this…
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Senate's Vote-a-Rama, Bot Takeover & 'Odyssey' Ticket Madness - Friday, June 5, 2026
The news to know for Friday, June 5, 2026! We'll tell you about U.S. Senators spending the night at the Capitol — what contentious issues are coming up in the…
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Rare Iran Rebuke, Fortune 500 Shakeup & $200K+ NBA Tickets - Thursday, June 4, 2026
The news to know for Thursday, June 4, 2026! We'll tell you about a rare defeat for President Trump in the U.S. House, basically condemning the war in Iran…
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Key Primary Results, Trump's Intel Pick & Summer Jobs - Wednesday, June 3, 2026
The news to know for Wednesday, June 3, 2026! We have early takeaways from the biggest primary night of the midterms so far. And some of the most intense…
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Six States Vote, Quarantine Update & Serena Returns - Tuesday, June 2, 2026
The news to know for Tuesday, June 2, 2026! What to know about primaries in six states today and how they'll help shape the political landscape heading into…
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Dueling Protests, 'Unprecedented' Cancer Drug & YouTubers Conquer Hollywood - Monday, June 1, 2026
The news to know for Monday, June 1, 2026! We're talking about violent clashes outside an immigration facility — what prompted them and how local authorities…
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Special Edition: Big Benefits of Small Talk– Is it a Lost Art?
We're talking to each other less — literally saying fewer words out loud each day. New research shows this shift started even before the pandemic. Dr. Valeria…
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Troops' Phones Tracked, Blue Origin Rocket Explodes & Anthropic is MVP - Friday, May 29, 2026
The news to know for Friday, May 29, 2026! We'll tell you about a possible breakthrough in Iran peace talks. And how Pentagon officials say American service…
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Military Stockpiles Shrinking, Trump's Ebola Plan & AI Stock Traders - Thursday, May 28, 2026
The news to know for Thursday, May 28, 2026! We'll tell you what a new report found about America's weapons stockpiles during the Iran War. And why protests…
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Trump's Midterm Wins, Historic Heatwave & Team USA Roster - Wednesday, May 27, 2026
The news to know for Wednesday, May 27, 2026! We'll tell you about another Republican race that seems to have been shaped by President Trump, and why this one…
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U.S. Troops Threatened, SoCal Chemical Crisis & Pope's AI Warning - Tuesday, May 26, 2026
The news to know for Tuesday, May 26, 2026! What to know about new U.S. strikes on Iran, even as officials say they're closing in on a deal to end the war…
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Special Edition: 'Molly' as Medicine? Psychedelics, PTSD & One Veteran's Journey
When no other treatment made a meaningful difference for his severe PTSD, Marine Corps veteran Scott Rush turned to a promising, yet unconventional, option…
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Trump vs. GOP, Democrats' Blame Game & Spotify's Ticket Perk - Friday, May 22, 2026
The news to know for Friday, May 22, 2026! We'll tell you about President Trump facing new backlash — this time from his own party. And how Democrats, trying…
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U.S. Indicts Cuba's Castro, Bipartisan Housing Bill & The Last 'Late Show' - Thursday, May 21, 2026
The news to know for Thursday, May 21, 2026! What to know about landmark criminal charges against the former president of Cuba, and why the U.S. is now taking…
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Deal Ends Trump Audits, New Quarantine Orders & Graduation Speakers Booed - Wednesday, May 20, 2026
The news to know for Wednesday, May 20, 2026! We're talking about the latest deadline to either end the Iran war — or escalate it. And the new deal for the…
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Teenagers Attack Mosque, Midterm Super Tuesday & $10K Treasure Hunt - Tuesday, May 19, 2026
The news to know for Tuesday, May 19, 2026! We'll tell you why President Trump says he called off a major round of attacks against Iran, and what's known so…
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'Clock is Ticking', Voting Rights Rallies & Pocket Watch Frenzy - Monday, May 18, 2026
The news to know for Monday, May 18, 2026! We're talking about President Trump's latest warning for Iran as investigators believe the conflict is inspiring…
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Special Edition: Hantavirus Explained – What's the Risk?
We're releasing this episode a day early to help answer some of the biggest questions about the rare hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship. As passengers…
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Cuba Energy Crisis, More A's with AI & Hairstyles by Dads - Friday, May 15, 2026
The news to know for Friday, May 15, 2026! We have the takeaways from President Trump's meeting with his Chinese counterpart. And Cuba is running out of fuel —…
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Xi Warns Trump, Kids' 'Reading Recession' & Historic Halftime Show - Thursday, May 14, 2026
The news to know for Thursday, May 14, 2026! What to know about a warning from China's leader at a high-stakes meeting with President Trump, and what's…
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High-Stakes China Visit, 'Slinging Margaritas' Drama & Speediest Deliveries - Wednesday, May 13, 2026
The news to know for Wednesday, May 13, 2026! We're previewing the high-stakes summit between President Trump and his Chinese counterpart — set to cover…
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Ceasefire on 'Life Support', Doctors: Protect Kids' Play & Google's AI Warning - Tuesday, May 12, 2026
The news to know for Tuesday, May 12, 2026! We'll tell you why President Trump says the truce with Iran is now on "life support" and what he's talking about…
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Cruise Passengers Isolated, Cabinet Secretary's Reality Show & World Cup Performers - Monday, May 11, 2026
The news to know for Monday, May 11, 2026! We're talking about an American cruise passenger who has tested positive for Hantavirus, and what's happening to…
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Special Edition: Modern Motherhood & Making Room for Joy
The day before Mother's Day, we're looking at the mixed emotions many moms feel: love, gratitude… and exhaustion. Dr. Corinne Low, a Wharton professor and…
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U.S. Strikes Iran, Tracking Hantavirus & 'Voice for Nature' Turns 100 - Friday, May 08, 2026
The news to know for Friday, May 08, 2026! What to know about some of the most significant back-and-forth strikes between the U.S. and Iran since a ceasefire…
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'War-Ending Deal?, Feds Fight Gun Law & NeeDohs Craze - Thursday, May 07, 2026
The news to know for Thursday, May 07, 2026! What to know about President Trump warning Iran before expressing hope of a compromise that could come as soon as…
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'Project Freedom' Paused, Late-Spring Snowstorm & Rolling Stones' New Era - Wednesday, May 06, 2026
The news to know for Wednesday, May 06, 2026! We'll tell you about progress from America's short-lived "Project Freedom" in the Strait of Hormuz and why it's…
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Middle East Truce Over?, AI vs. ER Docs & Cinco de Mayo - Tuesday, May 05, 2026
The news to know for Tuesday, May 05, 2026! We're talking about the U.S. and Iran trading attacks, and whether this means a wider war could be coming. Also, a…
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Plan for Stranded Ships, Spirit Shuts Down & School Phone Ban Study - Monday, May 04, 2026
The news to know for Monday, May 04, 2026! What to know about President Trump's new operation to "guide" ships in the Strait of Hormuz, and his reaction to…
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Special Edition: Political Violence & Division- Can We Come Together?
How did American politics get so polarized, and how worried should we be about more political violence? Political scientist Lily Mason explains what most…
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Historic Shutdown Ends, Third Surgeon General Pick & Last-Place Runners - Friday, May 1, 2026
The news to know for Friday, May 1, 2026! What to know about the bill that has finally ended the longest-ever shutdown of the Homeland Security department. And…
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Historic Voting Rights Ruling, Pentagon vs. Lawmakers & Infant Formula Safety - Thursday, April 30, 2026
The news to know for Thursday, April 30, 2026! What to know about a new Supreme Court ruling that weakens a Civil Rights-era voting law and what it means for…
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Comey Indicted (Again), Google-Pentagon Deal & Office Jobs Trendy? - Wednesday, April 29, 2026
The news to know for Wednesday, April 29, 2026! We'll tell you why charges have been brought against the former head of the FBI again. And how the U.S. Supreme…
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Political Violence Escalating, Trumps vs. Kimmel & Disney Songs Reimagined - Tuesday, April 28, 2026
The news to know for Tuesday, April 28, 2026! We'll bring you new details about what prosecutors say was a third assassination attempt on President Trump, and…
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Third Assassination Attempt?, Texas Tornadoes & Battle of Billionaires - Monday, April 27, 2026
The news to know for Monday, April 27, 2026! What we know so far about the gunfire at the White House Correspondents' Dinner — from the suspected gunman and…
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Insider Exclusive (preview) – Your Questions Answered
What goes into making our daily news podcast? In this preview of an Insiders-only bonus episode, Erica shares a behind-the-scenes look at how The NewsWorthy…
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Special Edition: Prediction Markets – Promise & Pitfalls
People are now betting on everything from elections to the weather through so-called prediction markets. So, are they a powerful new way to understand what's…
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Standoff at Sea, Soldier Arrested Over Polymarket & Sidewalk Pep Talks - Friday, April 24, 2026
The news to know for Friday, April 24, 2026! We'll tell you about an intensifying standoff at the Strait of Hormuz as President Trump says, "Don't rush me."…
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Navy Secretary Fired, Wildfires Grip Southeast & NFL Draft Begins - Thursday, April 23, 2026
The news to know for Thursday, April 23, 2026! We'll tell you how the ceasefire with Iran — that was just extended — is already being put to the test, just as…
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Iran Truce Extended, Low-Tech Learning & Happy Earth Day - Wednesday, April 22, 2026
The news to know for Wednesday, April 22, 2026! What to know about a last-minute extension of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire: how it changed from what President Trump…
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Expiring Ceasefire, Mysterious Scientist Deaths & Apple's CEO Swap - Tuesday, April 21, 2026
The news to know for Tuesday, April 21, 2026! The ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is set to expire soon. We'll tell you about the efforts to keep the war…
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Ships Attacked, Push for Psychedelics & Robots Run Faster - Monday, April 20, 2026
The news to know for Monday, April 20, 2026! We'll tell you about what could be a major escalation in the war with Iran after the weekend's back and forth over…
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Special Edition: Everything More Expensive? Here's Why & How to Save
Gas prices have gone up, and it's impacting everyday costs across the board. First, Patrick De Haan of GasBuddy explains why this is happening and what it…
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New Ceasefire, 'Pulp Fiction' at the Pentagon & Boomers to Zoomers - Friday, April 17, 2026
The news to know for Friday, April 17, 2026! There's a new ceasefire that just went into effect. We'll tell you what it means for a potential peace deal in…
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Stock Market Record, Another AI Jesus & TIME100 List - Thursday, April 16, 2026
The news to know for Thursday, April 16, 2026! We're talking about the latest efforts to keep Iran peace talks alive. And why the U.S. stock market is now…
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Cost of War, Capitol Hill's #MeToo & Career for Gamers - Wednesday, April 15, 2026
The news to know for Wednesday, April 15, 2026! We're talking about what could be round two of peace talks between the U.S. and Iran, the sticking points…
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U.S. Blocks Iran, Trump vs. Pope Leo & Fluoride Study - Tuesday, April 14, 2026
The news to know for Tuesday, April 14, 2026! We're talking about a showdown at sea involving the U.S. Military and the effort to get peace talks going again…
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Peace Talks Fail, Artemis II Returns & Tax Refund Boost - Monday, April 13, 2026
The news to know for Monday, April 13, 2026! What to know about President Trump's latest action in Iran now that peace talks have failed. Also, Congress…
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Special Edition: AI's Impact – Does Anyone Have a Plan?
There's a lot of hype — and fear — about what AI could mean for the future of work and everyday life. So what's actually true? Josh Tyrangiel set out to find…
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High-Stakes Peace Talks, First Lady's Epstein Message & Artemis II Returns - Friday, April 10, 2026
The news to know for Friday, April 10, 2026! We'll tell you about upcoming peace talks between the U.S. and Iran and how the fragile ceasefire is holding up…