Episodes
The news to know for Friday, November 15, 2024! We’ll tell you why President-elect Trump’s choice for health secretary – Robert F. Kennedy Jr. – is such a controversial pick. And why there are now calls (from both parties) to see an ethics report about Trump’s choice for attorney general. Also, what new research found about Americans’ trust in scientists. Plus, it’s not a joke: The Onion is buying Info-Wars, what to know about the highly-anticipated boxing match happening tonight, and...
Published 11/15/24
The news to know for Thursday, November 14, 2024! What to know about President-elect Trump’s most controversial pick for his cabinet so far: even some Republicans aren’t sure about this one. And how the meeting went between Trump and Biden at the White House. Also, what new data shows about overdose deaths in America. Plus, Amazon has a new rival to Temu, Patrick Mahomes is responding to burglaries at his – and Travis Kelce’s mansions, and who was named Sexiest Man Alive. Those stories...
Published 11/14/24
The news to know for Wednesday, November 13, 2024! What to know about a meeting today between President Biden and President-elect Trump. And Trump’s latest picks for some top jobs, including the surprising pick for defense secretary, and a newly-created role for Elon Musk. Also, an update about that ultimatum the U.S. made to Israel to increase aid to Gaza – or lose military support. We’ll tell you where things stand now that the deadline has passed. Plus, why a new law for Louisiana...
Published 11/13/24
Published 11/13/24
The news to know for Tuesday, November 12, 2024! What to know about President-elect Trump’s key staffing decisions so far. And a major update on which party will get control of the House. Also, a Spirit Airlines flight was diverted after being hit by gunfire in Haiti. Plus, what a new report found about Americans’ drinking habits after the pandemic, a new way to find your lost luggage after your flight, and how the Vatican is partnering with Microsoft to bring A-I to a famous monument. ...
Published 11/12/24
The news to know for Monday, November 11, 2024! What to know about President-elect Trump’s call with Russian President Putin, as the war in Ukraine seems to be escalating. And, why a FEMA employee — fired for telling her team to avoid Trump supporters — has her own take on what happened. Also, wildfires on both coasts are impacting residents in the country’s two biggest metro areas. Plus, how veterans are getting an extra ‘thanks’ this Veterans Day, what major mistake Mattel made on the...
Published 11/11/24
After all the ups and downs of an unprecedented election cycle, it's finally over. So what led to Trump's win? What might this mean for Democrats moving forward? And can the country possibly unite?  Today, we’re hearing post-election analysis and insights from both sides of the aisle.   Join us again for our 10-minute daily news roundups every Mon-Fri!  Learn more about our guests: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes here:...
Published 11/09/24
The news to know for Friday, November 8, 2024! What to know about the first major decisions of President-elect Trump’s new term, including a historic chief of staff pick. And what President Biden said in his first post-election speech. Also, the Fed’s latest interest rate cuts—and what to expect next. Plus, what’s known so far about disturbing, racist text messages sent to people in several states, why the FDA wants to ban an ingredient in some popular cold medications, and what one...
Published 11/08/24
The news to know for Thursday, November 7, 2024! We've got an update on President-elect Trump’s victory… he’s now projected to win all seven swing states. And we’ll tell you about Vice President Harris’s concession speech. Also, we explain what’s likely to happen to the criminal cases against Trump now that he’s heading back to the White House. Plus, a fast-spreading wildfire suddenly forced thousands of evacuations, the popular gaming platform Roblox is making a big change to how...
Published 11/07/24
The news to know for Wednesday, November 6, 2024! It’s the morning after Election Day, and enough key swing states have gone to Trump already that it’s looking like he’ll head back to the White House. Also, we now know which party will have control in the Senate, and which states voted for—and against—abortion rights. Plus, flooding in Missouri prevented some people from reaching the polls, election results so far sent Bitcoin surging to a record high, and why thousands of people went to a...
Published 11/06/24
The news to know for Tuesday, November 5, 2024! It’s Election Day! We have a look at what the nation will be watching closely tonight—from the presidential race to the control of Congress to abortion access. Also, a reminder that we might not know tonight who will be heading to the White House—and why that’s normal. Plus, what a judge ruled about Elon Musk’s million-dollar-a-day giveaway, what it took for the largest Boeing union to end its strike, and you’ve heard of Black Friday—what...
Published 11/05/24
The news to know for Monday, November 4, 2024! With just one day left before Election Day, we’ll tell you how both presidential campaigns are making final pushes to win over any undecided voters in swing states—and why some comments and appearances from the weekend are adding to the election drama. Also, why U.S. officials are warning about some fake election videos online. Plus, we’ll explain why economists say a weaker-than-expected jobs report doesn’t tell the full story, which major...
Published 11/04/24
You probably know Election Day is this Tuesday – and it’s stressing people out. A recent survey found 70% of Americans are feeling election-related anxiety, with even more worried about the country’s future. But what can you do to manage that stress? Today, we’re joined by Dan Harris, former ABC News anchor, who famously experienced a live, on-air panic attack that sent him on a journey into meditation and mindfulness. Dan’s here to share practical, actionable steps to help ease...
Published 11/02/24
The news to know for Friday, November 1, 2024! What to know about another controversial comment in the race for the White House—this time, it was about women. And how one battleground state is already ground zero for election fraud claims, even before any ballots have been counted. Also, what the newest numbers show about inflation. Plus, why the number of triplets is down in the U.S., how ChatGPT is taking on Google in a new way, and a reminder about the time change happening this...
Published 11/01/24
The news to know for Thursday, October 31, 2024! We'll tell you how a controversial joke at a Trump rally led to a controversial comment from President Biden—and why that got former President Trump to ride in a garbage truck. Also, we’ll explain the Supreme Court’s decision about voter rolls in Virginia, and why we may not know the winner of the presidential race for days after polls close. Plus, more data shows the economy doing well, which city is celebrating a World Series win, and...
Published 10/31/24
The news to know for Wednesday, October 30, 2024! We'll tell you about the presidential candidates’ “closing arguments” ahead of Election Day, and a reminder from the U.S. Postal Service for anyone who plans to mail their ballots. Also, what a longtime ally of former President Trump had to say after spending time in prison, and a first-of-its-kind report from the Vatican. Plus, a federal watchdog says the Air Force paid a million dollars more than it should have for spare parts, an unusual...
Published 10/30/24
The news to know for Tuesday, October 29, 2024! We have an update from the campaign trail—just one week away from Election Day: what’s planned for the presidential candidates’ closing arguments, and why a joke from one rally speaker is facing bipartisan backlash. Also, who is now suing Elon Musk over his million-dollar-a-day sweepstakes. Plus, how hundreds of ballots were damaged in the Pacific Northwest, which popular trading platform just joined the election-betting market, and why...
Published 10/29/24
The news to know for Monday, October 28, 2024! We'll catch up on how the presidential candidates are trying to reach voters—and this time, they weren’t just in the seven swing states. And what to know about hackers trying to access former President Trump’s cell phone. Also, Israel has now carried out its attack on Iran, while talks for a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas have finally started up again. Plus, a star-studded benefit concert for hurricane victims raised millions of...
Published 10/28/24
In honor of the 10th annual U.S. Media Literacy Week, we're talking about how to navigate the constant flood of information in today's media world.  We discuss how to decipher what’s accurate – or not; what’s real – or AI; what bias could be at play; and how to be a skeptic – without cynicism.    Check out our one-page “cheat sheet” with seven key questions to ask yourself to improve your media literacy. Get the download at thenewsworthy.com/medialiteracy. Learn more about our guests:...
Published 10/26/24
The news to know for Friday, October 25, 2024! What to know about the White House urging U.S. agencies to take advantage of AI… ASAP. And, we’ll take you to the campaign trail: which big-name celebrities are turning out for both presidential candidates. Also, why President Biden is making a historic apology. Plus, how other fast-food chains are taking action now after an E. coli outbreak was linked to McDonald’s, all about one of the most anticipated World Series matchups in years that...
Published 10/25/24
The news to know for Thursday, October 24, 2024! We'll tell you how both presidential candidates have now responded to comments from Trump’s former chief of staff. All while a new survey proves most Americans, regardless of party, are stressed about the election. Also, U.S. officials are calling it a ‘serious escalation.’ What to know about North Korea sending troops to Russia. Plus, we'll tell you what Boeing’s largest union decided about whether or not to end its strike, why American...
Published 10/24/24
The news to know for Wednesday, October 23, 2024! We'll tell you about record-breaking voter turnout so far and the latest from the campaign trail. Also, the Trump White House’s longest-serving chief of staff had a lot to say about his time with Trump, and it isn’t good, though the Trump campaign calls it all ‘debunked stories.’ Plus, the FAA took a major step to clear the way for electric air taxis, an E. coli outbreak has been linked to McDonald’s, and a five-year follow-up to one city’s...
Published 10/23/24
The news to know for Tuesday, October 22, 2024! We'll tell you how the presidential candidates are trying to capture every undecided voter in swing states just two weeks out from Election Day. And, why the presidential race is not the only one that could have a major impact on Capitol Hill. The control of Congress is at stake. Also, a new push from the White House to offer free over-the-counter birth control. Plus, NASA is preparing four people for a Mars mission, the two big changes...
Published 10/22/24
The news to know for Monday, October 21, 2024! We have updates from the campaign trail, including former President Trump serving up fries—and controversy—at McDonald’s. And, a new promise from Elon Musk to give away a million dollars every day until Election Day has some election law experts raising red flags. We’ll explain. Also, what to know about a Georgia dock collapse and severe flooding in New Mexico. Plus, there’s a new deal that could end the strike at Boeing, what we know about a...
Published 10/21/24
From bulletproof glass and panic buttons at polling places to record turnover among election workers, we're talking about the divisive, sometimes violent, nature of today's political environment leading up to Election Day in just a couple of weeks. Our guest today shares his personal experience with facing death threats as an election official, and he shares new steps being taken in a battleground state to prepare for November 5th and its potential fallout.   Join us again for our...
Published 10/19/24