The NewsWorthy - “Senior Official” Op-Ed, NFL Opener & NYFW (+ The Fantasy Footballers Interview) – Thursday, September 6th, 2018

All the news to know for Thursday, September 6th, 2018! 

Today, we're talking about everything from an unprecedented op-ed about the president and a Toyota recall to a controversial commercial and New York Fashion Week.

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. 

 Then, hang out after the news for the bonus "Thing To Know Thursday" expert interview.

This week we're talking with Mike Wright. He's the co-creator of the popular, award-winning podcast, The Fantasy Footballers. He's known equally for his hot takes, his infectious laugh, and making incredibly obscure pop culture references.

For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

 

This episode is brought to you by the Million Pound Mission podcast and Transformation Reboot program.

 

 

 

 

Sources: 

 

Senior Official vs. Trump: NYT, FOX News, AP 

 

Kavanaugh Hearings: The Washington Post, AP

 

Plane Quarantined: CBS News

 

Controversial Commercial: ESPN, AP

 

TSA + 3D: TechCrunch

 

‘Serial’ Returns: Variety, Refinery29, Trailer

 

NYFW: NYT, USA Today, E! News, NY Post

 

The NewsWorthy - Big Tech Hearing, $1,000,000,000,000 & Ruby Slippers – Wednesday, September 5th, 2018

All the news to know for Wednesday, September 5th, 2018!

Today, big names in tech face tough questions on Capitol Hill and Tropical Storm Gordon takes its toll. 

Plus: Amazon's $1 trillion milestone, more electric SUVs and ruby slippers return...

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. 

For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes and find today's date (or see below)...

 

 

Big Tech Hearing

Read more: NBC NewsTechCrunchCNN

Kavanaugh Day 2

Read more: APNPRFOX News

Woodward's Book

Read more: The Washington PostCBS NewsThe Hill

New Members of Congress 

Read more: Ayanna Pressley The GuardianNYT // John McCain’s Successor: AZCentralABC News

Tropical Storm & Typhoon

Read more: Tropical Storm The Weather ChannelAP // Typhoon: BBC

Kids & Concussions

Read more: JAMACNNABC NewsAP

Amazon Hits $1,000,000,000,000

Read more: VentureBeat, WSJCNBCTechCrunch

Electric SUVs

Read more: WIREDBusiness Insider

Skype Recording

Read more: TechCrunch

Ruby Slippers Found

Read more: CNN

 

The NewsWorthy - Tropical Storm Gordon, Nike’s Ad Campaign & Twitter Chat – Tuesday, September 4th, 2018

All the news to know for Tuesday, September 4th, 2018!

Today, we're talking about everything from the president's pick for the U.S. Supreme Court and the threat of a hurricane to college tuition and Nike's latest "Just Do It" ad campaign.

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. 

For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes and find today's date.

The NewsWorthy - Federal Pay Freeze, Scooter Wars & Labor Day – Friday, August 31st, 2018

All the news to know for Friday, August 31st, 2018!

Today, we're talking about a federal pay freeze and Aretha Franklin's funeral. Plus: e-scooters, Harry Potter and Labor Day.

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. 

For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Today's episode is brought to you by FabFitFun. Get $10 off your first seasonal subscription box with the coupon code NEWSWORTHY at FabFitFun.com. #fabfitfunpartner 

The NewsWorthy - Trade Talks, Two Farewells & Flying Taxis (+ Interview with Ayana Elizabeth Johnson) – Thursday, August 30th, 2018

All the news to know for Thursday, August 30th, 2018! 

Today, we're talking about trade negotiations between the U.S. and Canada, tech controversy with Google and President Trump and two famous farewells.

Plus: the longest flight in the world, self-driving cars with 'eyes' and flying taxis...

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. 

 Then, hang out after the news for the bonus "Thing To Know Thursday" expert interview. This week we're talking with marine biologist and Ocean Collectiv founder, Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, about the trend for cities and businesses to ban plastic straws.

For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

The NewsWorthy - Trump vs. Google, Hurricane Report & Rotten Tomatoes – Wednesday, August 29th, 2018

All the news to know for Wednesday, August 29th, 2018!

Today, we're talking about everything from President Trump's attack on Google to Rotten Tomatoes movie scores.

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. 

For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes and find today's date.

The NewsWorthy - NAFTA Negotiations, U.S. Open & Top Summer Song – Tuesday, August 28th, 2018

All the news to know for Tuesday, August 28th, 2018!

Today, we're talking about everything from trade deals and student loans to new iPhones and the top song of the summer...

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. 

For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes and find today's date.

The NewsWorthy - Florida Shooting, RIP John McCain & Pumpkin Spice Latte – Monday, August 27th, 2018

The news to know for Monday, August 27th, 2018!

Today, we're talking about how Sen. John McCain will be remembered this week and another mass shooting in Florida.

Plus: a surgeon shortage, the weekend box office and the Pumpkin Spice Latte returns...

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 (click episodes & find today's date) or see below: 

  RIP John McCain APCNNFOX NewsThe Washington PostTIMEWSJAxios   FL Mass Shooting CBS NewsCNN    Hurricane Lane APUSA Today    Surgeon Shortage Reuters    Tesla Stays Public WSJReuters   Ferrari Auction Record Mashable   Weekend Box Office MarketWatchVariety    Burning Man Reno Gazette JournalNewsweek    Pumpkin Spice LatteBusiness Insider 

The NewsWorthy - Hurricane Lane, AI Pet & Oprah’s Pizza – Friday, August 24th, 2018

All the news to know for Friday, August 24th, 2018!

Today, you'll hear what to know about the investigation surrounding President Trump and the latest on Hurricane Lane heading for Hawaii.

Plus: artificial intelligence art and Oprah's new line of frozen pizzas.

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. 

For links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.

Today's episode is brought to you by FabFitFun. Get $10 off your first seasonal subscription box with the coupon code NEWSWORTHY at FabFitFun.com. #fabfitfunpartner 

The NewsWorthy - Trump Responds, Hawaii Hurricane & The Big Bang Theory (+ #WomensEqualityDay Interview with Gloria Feldt) – Thursday, August 23rd, 2018

All the news to know for Thursday, August 23rd, 2018! 

Today, we're talking about President Trump's response to his lawyer's guilty plea, Hurricane Lane hitting Hawaii and Facebook's reputation score...

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 the bonus "Thing To Know Thursday" expert interview. This week we're talking with Gloria Feldt about the record number of women running for federal office and Women's Equality Day this Sunday.

For more info and links to all the stories referenced in today's episode, visit https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes.