The story behind that annoying weekly test of the Emergency Alert System.
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The Gist - Odds, Ends, and Senators
On The Gist, Devin Nunes probably doesn’t know squat.
In the interview, Democrats hold most of the Senate seats up for grabs in this year’s midterms, which means they have a lot to lose. But importantly, mathematician Jordan Ellenberg says election predictions often fail to account for national mood. Ellenberg is the author of How Not to Be Wrong: The Power of Mathematical Thinking.
In the Spiel, Mike defends his bougie laundry routine.
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The NewsWorthy - Sessions Interview, E-Cigs Report & Facebook Survey – Wednesday, January 24th, 2018
All the news you need to know for Wednesday, January 24th, 2018!
Today: who got grilled in the Russia investigation and who will become the first U.S. Senator to give birth.
Plus: a new report on vaping, Facebook's plan for news and an update about the Apple HomePod.
All that and much more in less than 10 minutes!
Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you.
For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
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The Gist - MSG Is A-OK
On The Gist, more details come out about Garrison Keillor.
In the interview, it turns out something can be good for your taste buds without being bad for your health. Monosodium glutamate has gotten a bad rap since 1968, when a medical journal suggested it might cause all kinds of symptoms. Dan Pashman, creator and host of the Sporkful podcast, tells us why MSG isn’t the boogeyman it’s been made out to be (and why he adds it to his own cooking).
In the Spiel, behold, the mystical power of Maine Sen. Susan Collins’ talking stick.
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The NewsWorthy - Shutdown Ends, Netflix Comedy & Sleep Study – Tuesday, January 23rd, 2018
All the news you need to know for Tuesday, January 23rd, 2018!
Today we're talking about the end of the government shutdown, why President Trump is targeting the solar industry with tariffs and what's unique about Vermont legalizing marijuana.
Plus: Apple's HomePod, Netflix is starting a new comedy series and the Oscar nominations coming soon.
All that and much more in less than 10 minutes!
Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you.
For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
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The Nod - A Diva Without Finesse
Luther Vandross may be master of the love ballad, but Eric argues he has another, secret side. And Brittany gives the totally normal and sane reason she wants to get cremated.
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The Gist - The Dems Have a Bad Hand
On The Gist, what just happened?
And are Democrats sniveling losers or Machiavellian savants? McClatchy reporter Alex Roarty explains why the animating force driving both Democrats and Republicans right now is a loud conservative minority.
In the Spiel, Greece has beef regarding which part of world gets to be called “Macedonia.”
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Pod Save America - “Have fun at Davos!”
The Shithole Shutdown ends as McConnell promises a vote on a bill to protect the DREAMers, and Democrats vote for another short-term funding bill. Then medical student and immigration activist New Latthivongskorn joins Jon, Jon, and Tommy to discuss the challenges he’s faced as an undocumented American.
The NewsWorthy - Shutdown Day 3, Tide Pods & SAG Awards – Monday, January 22nd, 2018
All the news you need to know for Monday, January 22nd, 2018!
Today: we’re talking about the government shutdown. It’s day three, so hear what to expect now.
Plus: Amazon's store of the future, two teams officially head to the Super Bowl and the SAG Awards have its first host ever.
All that and much more in less than 10 minutes!
Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you.
For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.
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Curious City - What Happens To The Lincoln Park Zoo Animals In The Winter?
Do the animals go somewhere warm, like Florida? Does the zoo give them coats? We took a behind-the-scene tour of the zoo to find out.