The NewsWorthy

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!

Episodes

July 12, 2025 21 mins

The “One Big, Beautiful Bill” (yes, that’s the official name) is nearly 1,000-pages long and touches nearly every part of American life. So how did so much end up in one bill? And what does it really mean for your wallet, your community, and the future of how Congress gets things done?

We’re breaking down the key takeaways and the political strategie...

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The news to know for Friday, July 11, 2025! 

We’ll tell you about another legal setback for President Trump’s immigration agenda. 

Also, how Trump is joining FEMA in a disaster zone as his administration talks about cutting the agency. 

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The news to know for Thursday, July 10, 2025! 

We’ll tell you why the FBI is now investigating two of President Trump’s critics who were once powerful figures in the Obama administration. 

Also, we’re talking about the latest letter from President Trump that shows how the driving force be...

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The news to know for Wednesday, July 9, 2025! 

We’ll update you on President Trump’s efforts to reshape the federal government as another Supreme Court ruling gives him the go-ahead. 

Also, we're following new severe flooding in New Mexico and the search effort that continues in Texas. 

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The news to know for Tuesday, July 8, 2025! 

We’re talking about the ongoing search efforts in Texas—hundreds have been rescued from floodwaters, but the death toll is still rising. 

Also, we’ll tell you about new tariffs announced for many of America’s trading partners and the surprise I...

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The news to know for Monday, July 7, 2025! 

We’ll tell you about the devastating flooding in Central Texas, the rescue and recovery efforts still underway, and why some survivors are now demanding answers from public officials. 

Also, President Trump’s top priority so far has been accompl...

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You might know the basics — but how well do you really know American history and how the U.S. government works? Special guest Sharon McMahon, known as "America's Government Teacher," joins us to explore some foundational principles and review constitutional rights that are often misunderstood.

Plus, quiz yourself with a few real questions...

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The news to know for Thursday, July 3, 2025! 

We’ll tell you about the verdict in the Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs case and what’s next for the former music mogul. 

Also, one of America’s top trading partners has made a deal with the Trump administration, and the president’s policy bill is facing n...

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The news to know for Wednesday, July 2, 2025! 

We’ll tell you how the Senate secured exactly enough votes to pass as many of President Trump’s priorities as possible—all at once—and what still needs to happen before the mega-bill becomes law. 

Also, what to know about what’s being called ...

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The news to know for Tuesday, July 1, 2025!

We’re talking about a marathon in Congress as President Trump’s big budget bill faces some new hurdles. 

Also, the end of an era for an agency meant to improve lives around the world—what past presidents are saying about it, and what the Trump a...

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The news to know for Monday, June 30, 2025! 

We’ll tell you about a late-night debate over what President Trump is calling his “Big Beautiful Bill,” what’s been added to it, and how it could impact taxes, health care, and more. 

Also, we’ll recap some of the Supreme Court’s most significa...

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The recent U.S. airstrike on Iranian soil — a rare and targeted move — has sparked debate about its effectiveness and the risks of deeper military entanglement in the Middle East. Today we break down what led to the strike, what damage was done, and how Iran may respond.

We also explore what this moment could mean going forward — from the chances of renewed diplomacy to the possibility of Iran accelerating...

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The news to know for Friday, June 27, 2025! 

We’ll tell you about rulings coming today for some of the Supreme Court’s biggest cases of the year. 

Also— Senators were finally briefed on the U.S. attacking Iran. 

And there’s apparently pro...

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The News to Know for Thursday, June 26, 2025!

What to know about the next round of talks between the U.S. and Iran.

Also, why American pediatricians are already clashing with vaccine advisors.

And—what to know about Jeff Bezos’ lavish...

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The news to know for Wednesday, June 25th, 2025! 

We have the latest on the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran — and how much damage the U.S. strikes may have really done to Iran’s nuclear program.

Also, how results from one local election could reflect the future of the Democra...

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The news to know for Tuesday, June 24, 2025!

We’re talking about Iran firing back at the U.S. and how, so far, Americans have been able to fend off any real damage.

And there is word of a potential deal that could bring some calm to the Middle East. 

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The news to know for Monday, June 23rd, 2025!

We’ll tell you about the U.S. attacks on Iran: why President Trump ordered the strike, and how Iran might retaliate.

Also, we discuss the heatwave affecting more than 150 million Americans.

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Nuclear power: is it the future of clean energy—or a disaster waiting to happen?

With new efforts to roll back regulations and build more plants, nuclear power is back in the spotlight. Some say it’s the best shot we’ve got at cutting carbon emissions. Others warn the risks are just too big—from meltdowns and waste to security threats.

Today, we’re breaking down both sides of the debate—what n...

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The news to know for Friday, June 20th 2025! 

We’ll tell you about President Trump's new deadline to decide whether to attack Iran.

Also, we're talking about damage from a hurricane in Mexico ahead of another dangerous weather threat expected to affect most Americans this weekend.

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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 will talk about the Supreme Court’s ruling on an especially contentious issue: transgender care for minors.

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