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
The news to know for Wednesday, October 22, 2025!
What to know about the government shutdown that is now one of the longest in history—including what President Trump is urging Republicans to do next, and how some families could start losing food aid in a matter of days.
Also, why President Trump wants the Department of Justice to pay him hundreds of millions of dollars.
Plus: w...
The news to know for Tuesday, October 21, 2025!
We’re talking about America’s push for peace in both Gaza and Ukraine.
How tragedy may have been avoided at a major American airport, and why part of the White House is being demolished.
Plus: what caused a massive global internet outage, why a new study says fewer children have peanut allergies now, and how squirrels are getting ...
The news to know for Monday, October 20, 2025!
We’ll update you on the cease-fire in Gaza after the worst day of violence since President Trump declared peace in the Middle East.
Also, why President Trump released former Congressman George Santos from prison.
And how the Louvre was robbed in just seven minutes—in broad daylight.
Plus: why one British royal is givi...
The federal government is on track for the longest shutdown in U.S. history, and frustration is growing in Washington and across the country.
So why does this keep happening? What’s the real impact so far? And how might it all end?
Jonathan Burks from the Bipartisan Policy Center is here ...
The news to know for Friday, October 17, 2025!
We’re talking about why the White House thinks peace in Ukraine could be just around the corner.
Also, the criminal charges filed against another one of President Trump’s prominent critics.
And a surprise move for the U.S. military commander in charge of the Caribbean boat strikes.
Plus: the protests that could bring ...
The news to know for Thursday, October 16 2025!
We’ll tell you about the latest vote to secure funding for at least parts of the federal government as the shutdown drags on.
Also, we’re talking about the CIA’s new mission in Venezuela.
And one of the biggest financial takedowns in history.
Plus: Netflix’s latest push into unscripted entertainment, the protein boom...
The news to know for Wednesday, October 15, 2025!
We’ll tell you what lawmakers are now doing as the government shutdown drags on.
And why the truce in Gaza seems to be growing more fragile.
Also, we’re talking about America’s bailout for Argentina.
And another special honor for conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Plus: the one news outlet that’s now...
The news to know for Tuesday, October 14, 2025!
We’ll tell you what President Trump is calling a “historic dawn” in the Middle East—and what issues still need to be worked out before the war in Gaza can come to a permanent end.
Also, ripple effects from the government shutdown, as there doesn’t seem to be much interest from either party in crossing the aisle to make a deal.
Plu...
Are our phones rewiring our brains?
Americans now spend more than four hours a day on their phones — and check them hundreds of times without even realizing it. So why is it so hard to stop scrolling, and what is all that screen time actually doing to our brains, our bodies, and our relationsh...
The news to know for Friday, October 10, 2025!
We’ll tell you the latest on the breakthrough in the Middle East—from the expected timeline to the role of U.S. troops heading to Israel.
Also, why a judge blocked troops from deploying to Chicago.
And another high-profile figure faces federal charges.
Plus: a new investigation into Tesla’s self-driving mode, a rival ...
The news to know for Thursday, October 9, 2025!
We’ll tell you about a cease-fire and hostage-release deal between Israel and Hamas that’s being called “Phase One” of President Trump’s plan—what’s included, what’s still unclear, and what’s expected next.
Also, President Trump is calling for two Democrats to be jailed.
And months after that deadly fire in the L.A. area, there’s ...
The news to know for Wednesday, October 8, 2025!
What to know about a White House memo that could leave federal workers without back pay after the government shutdown.
And the heated Senate showdown with Attorney General Pam Bondi that turned personal.
Plus: why gold prices just hit record highs, which state is turni...
The news to know for Tuesday, October 7, 2025!
We’re marking two years since the Hamas terror attack on Israel—and the start of the deadly war in Gaza.
Also, we’ll tell you why lawmakers are not negotiating a deal to end the government shutdown as of this morning.
And the newest city set to receive military troops, d...
The news to know for Monday, October 6, 2025!
We'll update you on more attacks in the Middle East, despite new hope for a Gaza ceasefire and what's expected from the high-level negotiations today.
Also, back in the United States, we'll tell you where the government shutdown stands and how the Trump administration is trying new tactics to militarize some cities.
Plus, we'll share ...
We’re just days away from the two-year mark of the Hamas attack on Israel and the start of the war in Gaza that continues today.
We’re speaking with Dr. Boaz Atzili — a professor of international security with deep personal ties to this conflict.
He reflects on the impact of October 7th, ...
The news to know for Friday, October 3, 2025!
We’ll tell you where President Trump is promising to make permanent cuts during this government shutdown.
Also, we’re talking about a new notice telling Congress the U.S. is at war with drug cartels.
And the backlash over a new abortion pill that just got the FDA’s approval.
Plus: the latest records broken on Wall Stre...
The news to know for Thursday, October 2, 2025!
We’ll update you on the government shutdown that, as of this morning, has no end in sight—and what’s expected to happen next.
Also, an unprecedented new deal for the U.S. that could change the balance of power in the Middle East—but some are questioning the timing and the motives.
Plus: we’re looking back on the life and influence...
The news to know for Wednesday, October 1, 2025!
What to know about the government shutdown now in effect as of midnight—and how millions of Americans will be impacted.
Also, we’ll bring you inside the meeting of America’s top generals and admirals, where they heard blunt orders about c...
The news to know for Tuesday, September 30, 2025!
We’re talking about President Trump’s new 20-point plan to end the war in Gaza—and which key leaders have already agreed.
Also, it’s looking more likely that a government shutdown will happen within hours.
And the new plan to put hundreds of millions of dollars back into the American coal industry.
Plus: how footba...
The news to know for Monday, September 29, 2025!
We have to tell you about two mass shootings—and while they’re not connected, investigators say both suspects shared a surprisingly similar background.
Also, could the head of Iowa’s largest school district be in the country illegally? He...
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