The day's news made fast, fair and fun – in 15 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 friendly twist). Join the tens of thousands of people already listening each weekday!
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Mississippi's Historic Upset, Nvidia Leadership Crisis & Flying Ring Cams - Thursday, November 12, 2026
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The news to know for Thursday, November 12, 2026!
We'll tell you about the result — finally in — from one of the most closely watched midterm races in the country. It's
Nov 12 14 min
GOP's Final Push, Disturbing College Behavior & GLP-1 Warning - Tuesday, November 10, 2026
The news to know for Tuesday, November 10, 2026!
We'll explain what's on the Capitol to-do list as Republicans hope to make the most of their final weeks in control of
Nov 10 14 min
White House Shakeup, Nvidia Spy Probe & Holiday Airfare Spike - Monday, November 09, 2026
The news to know for Monday, November 09, 2026!
We'll tell you about President Trump's new choice for chief of staff, and how his decision could shape the final two yea
Nov 9 15 min
Special Edition: Midterm Analysis — What Changed, What's Next
The 2026 midterms delivered a sweeping shift in political power, but what exactly were voters trying to say?
Kyle Kondik, managing editor of Sabato's Crystal Ball at th
Nov 7 20 min
Dems Widen Lead, Clearing Death Row & OpenAI's New Promises - Friday, November 06, 2026
The news to know for Friday, November 06, 2026!
We'll tell you about Democrats adding to their midterm wins and which races are still too close to call.
Also, how Pre
Nov 6 14 min
Democrats' To-Do List, GOP Reacts & Year of the Heist - Thursday, November 05, 2026
The news to know for Thursday, November 05, 2026!
We'll tell you about some of the midterm results still coming in.
And what Democrats are already planning to do with
Nov 5 15 min
Power Shift: Dems Take Congress, History is Made & Markets React - Wednesday, November 04, 2026
The news to know for Wednesday, November 04, 2026!
The political landscape in America is looking a lot different this morning.
We'll tell you how Democrats flipped co
Nov 4 15 min
Election Day: Issues, Predictions, Weather & More - Tuesday, November 03, 2026
The news to know for Tuesday, November 03, 2026!
Election Day is finally here, meaning this is the last chance for candidates to fight for votes.
We'll bring you the
The news to know for Monday, November 2, 2026!
In the final sprint before the midterm election, we'll tell you who's showing up for their party, and who's breaking rank
Nov 2 14 min
Special Edition: The Science of Being Scared
Why do some people love being scared, while others want nothing to do with horror?
Psychologist Dr. Coltan Scrivner explains why fear can sometimes feel good, what make
The news to know for Friday, October 30, 2026!
We'll tell you why President Trump's campaign strategy is changing for the final weekend before the midterms.
Also, wha
Oct 30 14 min
Senate Race Scandal, Historic World Series Win & 'Waffle House Index' - Thursday, October 29, 2026
The news to know for Thursday, October 29, 2026!
We'll tell you about two presidents' dueling rallies as they make their final pitches to voters.
Also, how a top Demo
Oct 29 15 min
Football Meets Politics, Record-Breaking Tides & Sexiest Man Alive - Wednesday, October 28, 2026
The news to know for Wednesday, October 28, 2026!
We'll tell you why President Trump is turning to football stars in his final push to help Republicans hold onto Congre
Oct 28 14 min
Final Campaign Sprint, Anthropic's IPO & Jay-Z at Halftime - Tuesday, October 27, 2026
The news to know for Tuesday, October 27, 2026!
We'll tell you where things stand in the fight for Congress, with just one week left before Election Day.
And why char
Oct 27 14 min
Plots Against Americans, Midterm Votes Challenged (Maybe) & Halloween Inflation - Monday, October 26, 2026
The news to know for Monday, October 26, 2026!
We'll tell you about the new U.S. intelligence warning, raising questions about American security overseas.
Also, a loo
Oct 26 14 min
Special Edition: Strongest El Niño in Our Lifetime
A powerful El Niño is already underway, but what does that actually mean for the winter ahead?
Weather and climate expert Dr. Marshall Shepherd breaks down what differe
Oct 24 23 min
Watching the Polls, Unrest Meets Football & Kid-Free Flight - Friday, October 23, 2026
The news to know for Friday, October 23, 2026!
We'll tell you about plans for more federal oversight at the polls, and how states are responding.
Also, why the U.S. i
Oct 23 14 min
Praise for Putin?, New National Park & 'Whimsymaxxing' - Thursday, October 22, 2026
The news to know for Thursday, October 22, 2026!
We'll tell you why U.S. troops are being evacuated in one part of the world.
And why a top American diplomat is calli
Oct 22 15 min
Campaigns Get Personal, Pokémon Card Heist & Swimmer's Historic Triumph - Wednesday, October 21, 2026
We'll tell you about more money pouring into political campaigns, as some ads are getting more personal, and more disturbing.
Also, there are new questions about Elon M
The news to know for Tuesday, October 20, 2026!
We'll tell you why violent riots in France are becoming a flashpoint in America's midterm elections.
And how early vot
Oct 20 14 min
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This is one of my favorite podcasts and I've been listening to it every morning for over 4 years. Say there are many amazing traits to the show, but above all, it’s amazing because of its brevity, positivity, and political neutrality (which is very hard to find in the news)
T dog 133246689995 · Jul 2026
This podcast gives you all the daily news updates you need in a concise manner while keeping it informative and engaging. I listen Monday through Friday & love it!, and recommend the show to any individuals who are current events curious.
jennasweetheart · Apr 2026
I appreciate the fast, fair, fun format of this daily podcast. It helps me start the day in the know with news I can trust.
Librarylady2002 · Mar 2026
I’ve been listening every single day for at least the last 10 years. Erica is super professional and she finds the most important and interesting news to know for her listeners. I love starting my day with her need-to-know spark notes! Keep up the amazing work Erica and team!
Bksgb · Jan 2026
I’ve been a loyal listener for nearly two years. I’ve noticed over the last year the biases have been more apparent in what news stories are selected. And even the inflection in her voice when speaking on certain topics or people. I’ve recently been listening to more Straight Arrow news (also unbiased) which revealed how much underlying biases are present in Erika’s newscast.
Amanda12lea · Aug 2026
I have been listening to this show for many years. So refreshing to find a news channel that was actually fair and gave a report on both sides of whatever argument. However in the last 2years there has been a notable shift to the left. I am an independent- which is why I liked this show because I just want to hear the facts not political opinions. But now I can hear/feel the negative tones and slants towards our current administration- not sure what happened in your content writing- but I would like to hear a more fair approach. I’m just one loyal daily listener so my opinion might not matter in the grand scheme of things- but I am someone who has shared this show with many people. But lately I have had a hard time listening to the episodes. Makes me sad to discontinue listening.
Cwlec2018 · Mar 2026
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