The NewsWorthy - Special Episode: Best of ‘Thing to Know Thursday’ Interviews – Thursday, December 27th, 2018

Today we have a special episode for you on this Thursday, December 27th, 2018! 

Instead of our typical roundup of the day's news in less than 10 minutes, we're using this holiday week to refresh our memories about some of the "Thing to Know Thursday" interviews from 2018!

Every Thursday (after the day's news), experts have shared their knowledge about a variety of topics - from self-driving cars and a possible Space Force to online dating and the royal wedding. 

So today, you'll hear short clips from several of those interviews as we take a look back at the topics of the year. Enjoy! 

Find links to the full interviews in today's show notes at  https://www.theNewsWorthy.com (just click Episodes).

The NewsWorthy - Special Episode: Top News Stories of 2018 – Wednesday, December 26th, 2018

Today we have a special episode for you on this Wednesday, December 26th, 2018! 

Instead of our typical roundup of the day's news in less than 10 minutes, we're using this holiday week to refresh our memories about some of the top and most popular news stories of 2018!

We're talking about everything from the historic North Korea meeting to the historic jackpots and everything in between. 

Find links and sources to the past stories in today's show notes at  https://www.theNewsWorthy.com (just click Episodes).

The NewsWorthy - Shutdown + Syria, Airport Drones & Juul Bonuses – Friday, December 21st, 2018

The news to know for Friday, December 21st, 2018!

Today, we're talking about the possible government shutdown and a highly-respected military official leaving.

Plus: a major airport affected by a drone, a deal giving employees an average of $1.3 million each and the shortest day of the year.

Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes!

Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. 

Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned. Look under the section titled 'Episodes.' 

Today's episode is brought to you by the podcast, Techmeme Ride Home, a daily news roundup of tech news in minutes.

The NewsWorthy - Troops Withdrawal, Facebook Lawsuit & Safest Cars (+ Talking Good News with Branden Harvey) – Thursday, December 20th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Thursday, December 20th, 2018! 

Today: a surprise announcement from the White House affecting troops in Syria and an update about the possible government shutdown.

Plus: new research about Saturn's rings, Pinterest has a new plan for 2019 and the safest cars list.

Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes!

Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. 

 Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday. This week we're talking about the most popular good news stories of 2018 with guest Branden Harvey of Good Good Good

See links and sources for all the stories referenced in today's episode at https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Today's episode is brought to you by the podcast, Techmeme Ride Home, a daily news roundup of tech news in minutes.

The NewsWorthy - Bump Stocks Banned, Tunnel Reveal & Mary Poppins Returns – Wednesday, December 19th, 2018

The news to know for Wednesday, December 19th, 2018!

Today, we're talking about why President Trump's foundation is closing and the bill that got Congress to compromise.

Plus: a Hollywood legend remembered, Elon Musk reveals his underground tunnel and the competition begins at the box office.

Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes!

Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. 

Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned. Look under the section titled 'Episodes.' 

Today's episode is brought to you by the podcast, Techmeme Ride Home, a daily news roundup of tech news in minutes.

The NewsWorthy - Russia Reports, Google’s $1 Billion Campus & Worst Passwords – Tuesday, December 18th, 2018

The news to know for Tuesday, December 18th, 2018!

Today, we're talking about the government shutdown deadline just days away now, and why there's a new call for a Facebook boycott.

Plus: AI-generated faces, Google's $1 billion dollar plan for NYC and the worst passwords of 2018...

Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes!

Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. 

Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned. Look under the section titled 'Episodes.' 

Today's episode is brought to you by the podcast, Techmeme Ride Home, a daily news roundup of tech news in minutes.

The NewsWorthy - Obamacare Ruling, Facebook Photo Breach & Miss Universe – Monday, December 17th, 2018

The news to know for Monday, December 17th, 2018!

Today, we're talking about the latest changes at the White House and what happens now that a judge ruled 'Obamacare' is unconstitutional. 

Plus: a Facebook photo breach, student debt canceled, Starbucks delivery and a first for Miss Universe.

Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes!

Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. 

Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned. Look under the section titled 'Episodes.' 

Today's episode is brought to you by the podcast, Techmeme Ride Home, a daily news roundup of tech news in minutes.

The NewsWorthy - Secret Agent, Space Plane Success & Apple Hiring – Friday, December 14th, 2018

The news to know for Friday, December 14th, 2018!

Today, we're talking about everything from a secret agent from Russia to a school shooting stopped just in time.

Plus: Apple's plans to expand, a new kind of bank account and a Starbucks offer for free coffee in January. 

Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes!

Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. 

Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' 

Today's episode is brought to you by The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to take advantage of your 30-day FREE trial. 

The NewsWorthy - National Enquirer’s Deal, Legal Hemp & Most Googled Person – Thursday, December 13th, 2018

All the news you need to know for Thursday, December 13th, 2018! 

Today: how many years President Trump's former lawyer will spend in prison and the second deal prosecutors made. 

Plus: a form of cannabis is about to be legal, an option for a LuLulemon subscription and the most Googled person of 2018.

Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes!

Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. 

 Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday. This week we're talking about travel trends and tips for 2019, from top destinations to best times to book flights.

Travel expert Shellie Bailey-Shah is the founder and editor of KidTripster, an online family travel magazine that provides information and inspiration to families traveling anywhere in the world.

See links and sources for all the stories referenced in today's episode at https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Today's episode is brought to you by The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to take advantage of your 30-day free trial and keep track of your finances faster and easier! 

 

The NewsWorthy - France Terror, Mailbox Access & Kathie Lee Leaves – Wednesday, December 12th, 2018

The news to know for Wednesday, December 12th, 2018!

Today: we're talking about a public showdown in the Oval Office and a terrorist attack in France.

Plus: who could get access to your mailbox, a way to speed up renting a car and Selena: The Series.

Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes.

Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. 

Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned (just click 'Episodes').

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