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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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Evacuating Israel, Transgender Care Ruling & Juneteenth Scaled Back- Thursday, June 19, 2025
The news to know for Thursday, June 19, 2025! Today, we discuss the possibility of an American attack on Iran as President Trump weighs his options. Also, we…
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Trump Threatens Iran, Cannabis Health Risks & Dynasty in the Making?- Wednesday, June 18, 2025
The news to know for Wednesday, June 18, 2025! We have the latest on the growing conflict in the Middle East, as President Trump threatens Iran's supreme…
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Trump's Warning to Iran, Perry's Doctor Guilty & Europe's Tourism Revolt- Tuesday, June 17, 2025
The news to know for Tuesday, June 17, 2025! We'll update you on what's become the worst-ever conflict between Israel and Iran and how the U.S. is responding…
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MN Lawmaker Shootings, Flash Flooding & Live-Action Summer- Monday, June 16, 2025
The news to know for Monday, June 16, 2025! We're telling you about the fourth straight day of fighting between Israel and Iran and how the U.S. plans to…
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Special Edition: Parade or Power Play? Politics of Army Celebration
A massive military parade is happening in the nation's capital today to mark the Army's 250th anniversary — but it's not without controversy. From the timing…
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Israel Attacks Iran, Miracle Plane Crash Survivor & College Dreams Realized- Friday, June 13, 2025
The news to know for Friday, June 13, 2025! We're talking about Israel's attack on Iran and fears it could explode into a full-blown regional war. Also, one…
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America's Mideast Pullback, Musk's Regret & Golf's Toughest Course- Thursday, June 12, 2025
The news to know for Thursday, June 12, 2025! We're still following the latest developments from immigration raids and protests around the United States, as…
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LA Tension Escalates, Military Parade Preps & RIP Happy Hour?- Wednesday, June 11, 2025
The news to know for Wednesday, June 11, 2025! We're talking about what both President Trump and California's governor are saying about the unrest in Los…
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ICE Faces Backlash, Tulsa Reparations Plan & Wrap on WTF - Tuesday, June 10, 2025
The news to know for Tuesday, June 10, 2025! We're talking about how immigration officials are stepping up enforcement, even in the face of backlash. Also…
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National Guard in LA, New Era in College Sports & Broadway's Biggest Night - Monday, June 9, 2025
The news to know for Monday, June 9, 2025! We'll tell you about the escalating clashes in Los Angeles, as President Trump, in a rare move, deploys National…
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Special Edition: Sober Curious Shift? Wellness, Wine, & What's Changing
Alcohol is still big business in America—but the numbers are shifting. From wine to beer to spirits, sales are dropping across the board, and it's not just Gen…
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Trump-Musk Feud, 'Reverse Discrimination' Ruling & National Donut Day - Friday, June 6, 2025
The news to know for Friday, June 6, 2025! What happened between President Trump and Elon Musk? Their former alliance has now turned into a full-blown, public…
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Travel Ban 2.0, Air Quality Alerts & Muted Pride Month- Thursday, June 5, 2025
The news to know for Thursday, June 5, 2025! We have a nonpartisan analysis of President Trump's "big beautiful bill" that could impact its future in the…
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Abortion Policy Reversed, Navy Ship Renamed & #SkinnyTok Banned- Wednesday, June 4, 2025
The news to know for Wednesday, June 4, 2025! We'll update you on America's trade negotiations and how an emergency abortion policy was just reversed. Also…
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ICE Faces Backlash, Tulsa Reparations Plan & Wrap on WTF- Tuesday, June 3, 2025
The news to know for Tuesday, June 3, 2025! We're talking about how immigration officials are stepping up enforcement, even in the face of backlash. Also…
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Flamethrower Attack, New Metal Tariffs & Taylor Takes Control- Monday, June 2, 2025
The news to know for Monday, June 2, 2025! We'll tell you about more targeted violence in the U.S. against supporters of Israeli hostages, and we're talking…
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Special Edition: Read More, Scroll Less – Finding Time for Books & Joy This Summer
Think you're too busy to read? Or not sure what to read next? This episode is for you. Founder, author, podcaster, and bookshop owner Zibby Owens joins us to…
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ICE Quotas Rise, Heat Snap Hits & Spelling Bee Comeback - Friday, May 30, 2025
The news to know for Friday, May 30, 2025! We're talking about the latest court rulings over tariffs, international students, and environmental reviews, and…
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Court Blocks Tariffs, Musk's Farewell & Manhattanhenge Magic - Thursday, May 29, 2025
The news to know for Thursday, May 29, 2025! We're talking about a court decision that could bring a global trade war to a halt. Also, Elon Musk's break with…
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Trump Targets Visas, Chrisleys Pardoned & Summer Movie Season - Wednesday, May 28, 2025
The news to know for Wednesday, May 28, 2025! We'll tell you about an uncertain future for international students as the Trump administration puts all visa…
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Trump Honors Troops, Crypto Kidnapping & Piano Man Hits Pause - Tuesday, May 27, 2025
The news to know for Tuesday, May 27, 2025! We're talking about President Trump saluting America's fallen while also airing some grievances. Also, how the…
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Special Edition: How AI Is Changing Jobs, Daily Life & What's Coming
Today we're taking stock of the overall state of artificial intelligence in 2025 – from the latest potential to the biggest risks, including which jobs may be…
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Budget Bill Passes, RIP Pennies & Kermit's Words of Wisdom - Friday, May 23, 2025
The news to know for Friday, May 23, 2025! We're talking about the next step for President Trump's so-called "big, beautiful bill." Also, the Supreme Court's…
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Jewish Museum Shooting, Oval Office Spat & Epic Universe Opens - Thursday, May 22, 2025
The news to know for Thursday, May 22, 2025! We're talking about a shooting in Washington D.C. that's now being called an act of antisemitic terrorism. Also…
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'Big Beautiful Bill', New Covid Vaccine Policy & Bosses Talk Tough - Wednesday, May 21, 2025
The news to know for Wednesday, May 21, 2025! We'll tell you what's included in a big budget bill, how President Trump is working to sell it, and why even some…
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Trump-Putin Call, Riot Settlement & Sesame Street Changes - Tuesday, May 20, 2025
The news to know for Tuesday, May 20, 2025! We're talking about the Supreme Court's latest order that could pave the way for hundreds of thousands more…
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Biden's Diagnosis, Tornado Outbreak & Alzheimer's Blood Test - Monday, May 19, 2025
The news to know for Monday, May 19, 2025! What to know about former President Biden's new cancer diagnosis, and what President Trump has to say about it…
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Special Edition: Autism Realities, Research & RFK Jr. Debate
The rate of autism diagnoses has been rising for years. Recently, U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. reignited a national conversation by promising to…
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Militarized Border, Coinbase Hacked & WNBA's Big Season - Friday, May 16, 2025
The news to know for Friday, May 16, 2025! We're talking about a military buildup on the U.S./Mexico border, and another air traffic control outage - this time…
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Birthright Citizenship Debate, 'Chromebook Challenge' Warning & Celebrity Run Club - Thursday, May 15, 2025
The news to know for Thursday, May 15, 2025! We're talking about a key case in front of the U.S. Supreme Court, as President Trump tries to limit judges who…
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Trump's Mideast Tour, Menendez Brothers Resentenced & AI Upgrades - Wednesday, May 14, 2025
The news to know for Wednesday, May 14, 2025! We're talking about President Trump's high-stakes Middle East trip, and the deals he's made so far. Also, we have…
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China Tariff Reset, Extreme Weather & MJ's New Gig - Tuesday, May 13, 2025
The news to know for Tuesday, May 13, 2025! We're talking about a temporary truce between the U.S. and China, but why the trade war isn't over just yet. Also…
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Deal with China?, Drug Price Caps & Derby Winner Suspended - Monday, May 12, 2025
The news to know for Monday, May 12, 2025! We'll tell you about a possible trade deal with China, while the U.S. helps negotiate the end to several different…
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Special Edition: New Pope, New Direction? What This Choice Means for the World
History has been made at the Vatican – a closed-door conclave of cardinals chose the first American pope. Today, we're taking you inside the secretive process…
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First American Pope, New Trade Deal & Happy Mother's Day - Friday, May 9, 2025
The news to know for Friday, May 9, 2025! We're talking about the first American-born pope in history, and his first message to the world since taking the helm…
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First Trade Deal?, College Library Protests & New Netflix Design - Thursday, May 8, 2025
The news to know for Thursday, May 8, 2025! We're talking about how the Federal Reserve is reacting to an ongoing trade war, as a new deal is expected to be…
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India Strikes Pakistan, RIP Energy Star? & Real ID Deadline - Wednesday, May 7, 2025
The news to know for Wednesday, May 7, 2025! We're talking about another conflict escalating — this time between two nuclear-armed countries. Also, what the…
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Military Officer Cuts, Money for Migrants & Movie Tariffs - Tuesday, May 6, 2025
The news to know for Tuesday, May 6, 2025! We're talking about a plan to cut top generals from the U.S. military, and whether cash will be enough to get…
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Billions in Cuts, Diddy on Trial & Fashion's Biggest Night - Monday, May 5, 2025
The news to know for Monday, May 5, 2025! We'll tell you about the budget proposal that would drastically cut the size and influence of the federal government…
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Special Edition: 'Deepfake Nudes' - A New Threat to Our Kids
As generative AI tools become more widely used, teens are now facing a growing, disturbing trend. We're talking about so-called "deepfake nudes" — fake…
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Cabinet-Level Shakeup, School Mental Health Cuts & Book Brigade - Friday, May 2, 2025
The news to know for Friday, May 2, 2025! We're talking about President Trump's national security shakeup, as a top cabinet-level official gets reassigned. And…
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Economy Shrinking, Ukraine Deal Signed & Draft Night Pranks - Thursday, May 1, 2025
The news to know for Thursday, May 1, 2025! We're talking about the American economy shrinking, and why President Trump says it's not his fault. Also, a big…
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Trump Softens Tariffs, Pentagon's Latest Cuts & Meta AI - Wednesday, April 30, 2025
The news to know for Wednesday, April 30, 2025! We're talking about President Trump's first campaign-style rally since taking office, and what he had to say…
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Trump Marks 100 Days, Next Cicada Swarm & 'Minecraft' Block Party - Tuesday, April 29, 2025
The news to know for Tuesday, April 29, 2025! We're talking about President Trump's focus 100 days into his second term, and how Canadians voted in an election…
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American Children Deported?, Congress Returns & Funflation Effect - Monday, April 28, 2025
The news to know for Monday, April 28, 2025! We're talking about American children being flown out of the country on deportation flights… despite being U.S…
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Special Edition: Trump's First 100 Days
We are now approaching 100 days since President Donald Trump returned to the White House. So far, this administration has been marked by bold, wildly debated…
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'Vladimir, STOP!', More Judges Block Trump & Cuddle Manager Retires - Friday, April 25, 2025
The news to know for Friday, April 25, 2025! We're talking about President Trump's direct message to Russia's leader in the aftermath of a brutal attack. And…
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Trump Pressures Ukraine, Education Orders & NFL Draft - Thursday, April 24, 2025
The news to know for Thursday, April 24, 2025! We have details of the American peace plan for Ukraine… why the Ukrainian president won't accept it… and what…
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Trump vs. Courts, Musk Steps Back & 20 Years of YouTube - Wednesday, April 23, 2025
The news to know for Wednesday, April 23, 2025! We're talking about the shakeup coming for another one of the most critical agencies in the federal government…
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World Mourns Pope, Food Dye Ban & Earth Day - Tuesday, April 22, 2025
The news to know for Tuesday, April 22, 2025! We're talking about the legacy of Pope Francis… and what comes next for the Catholic Church after his death…
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Powerful Storms, Another Signal Scandal? & Robots Race Humans - Monday, April 21, 2025
The news to know for Monday, April 21, 2025! We're telling you about We're talking about intense storms that brought heavy rain, flash flooding, and tornadoes…
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Special Edition: Overwhelmed by the News? Here's What to Do
If you're feeling especially overwhelmed by the news lately, you're not alone. From executive orders, to economic uncertainty, to wars and tragedies in the…
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Campus Shooting, Google's Legal Blow & Easter Weekend - Friday, April 18, 2025
The news to know for Friday, April 18, 2025! What we know about a deadly shooting at a university, and the suspect's connection to law enforcement. Also, the…
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Trump in Contempt?, Puerto Rico Goes Dark & TIME100 List - Thursday, April 17, 2025
The news to know for Thursday, April 17, 2025! We're talking about a high-stakes legal battle that pits the White House against the courts, with millions of…
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Next Phase of Firings, Biden's Public Return & Viral 'Airport Theory' - Wednesday, April 16, 2025
The news to know for Wednesday, April 16, 2025! We'll tell you why Trump officials will now have to testify under oath about one specific immigration case, and…
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Citizens Deported Next?, Fake Ozempic Warning & Tax Day - Tuesday, April 15, 2025
The news to know for Tuesday, April 15, 2025! We'll bring you the latest in a legal battle over a Maryland man's deportation, and explain how one elite…
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More Tariffs Coming, 'Coolest Dictator' Visits & Space Gets Glam - Monday, April 14, 2025
The news to know for Monday, April 14, 2025! We're talking about mixed messages over tariffs—what's exempt (for now) and what's being targeted next. Also…
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Special Edition: Wall Street Chaos - How to Protect Your Money Right Now
This week offered a stark reminder that even just one policy change has the potential to throw the entire global economy for a loop. As the U.S. reexamines its…
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Helicopter Tragedy, RFK Jr's Autism Promise & Coachella at Home - Friday, April 11, 2025
The news to know for Friday, April 11, 2025! What we know about a shocking helicopter crash in New York City, and the effort to bring home a Russian-American…
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Trump's Tariff Pause, Tourism Drops & 'Gatsby' Turns 100 - Thursday, April 10, 2025
The news to know for Thursday, April 10, 2025! We're talking about President Trump putting a pause on some tariffs, after all—sending the stock market into a…