

5 Good News Stories - five good things in the news
Caloroga Shark Media / Happiness Good News Lab
Five Good News Stories - 5 Good Things in the news, three times a week!5 Good News Stories is a heartwarming and uplifting podcast that focuses on bringing positivity and hope to its listeners. Hosted by Johnny Mac, this podcast is a breath of fresh air in a world often dominated by negative headlines.In each episode, John handpicks five of the most inspiring and uplifting good news stories from around the globe. These stories can range from acts of kindness and community resilience to scientific breakthroughs and human triumphs.In our episodes, we've shared an abundance of remarkable good news stories that showcase the beauty and resilience of the human spirit.So if you're craving a break from the negativity and chaos of the world, tune in to 5 Good News Stories and let us fill your day with joy, laughter, and a renewed sense of hope. Hit Follow now and join our community of like-minded listeners who believe in the power of positivity to make the world a brighter place, one story at a time!The podcast aims to remind listeners that even in challenging times, there are countless reasons to smile and feel hopeful.What sets "5 Good News Stories" apart is its dedication to turning these news stories into engaging and thought-provoking content.It's 5 Good News Stories to make you smile. Have a great day!
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Oct 9, 2025 • 4min
Good News they banned those horrible loud gas leaf blowers
Johnny Mac shares five good news stories. In Cape May, New Jersey, police are investigating the theft of a Humpty Dumpty statue from a miniature golf course. Egyptian wrestler Cobana impressively pulled a 700-ton ship with his teeth and then two ships weighing a total of 1,150 tons, showcasing his incredible strength. Zurich residents voted to ban gas-powered leaf blowers due to noise pollution. Scientists discovered marine life thriving on unexploded Nazi torpedoes, including fish, crabs, jellyfish, and adventurous starfishes. Finally, officials in Austria successfully tranquilized and tagged Emil the elk, who had wandered from Poland or the Czech Republic, and released him near the Czech border.John also hosts Daily Comedy NewsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! For Apple users, hit the banner which says Uninterrupted Listening on your Apple podcasts app. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories’ with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com

Oct 8, 2025 • 5min
Good News - This is the most popular Halloween candy in the USA
In this Halloween-themed segment, Johnny Mac shares five uplifting Halloween stories. He starts by revealing that Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are the most popular Halloween candy in the U.S. according to Instacart data for 2024. He highlights a costume swap event at the Richmond Free Library in Vermont, and discusses the Naples Zoo's 'Boo at the Zoo' event, which will feature costume characters and trick-or-treating for kids. The segment also includes a mention of a LEGO Halloween wreath kit and a humorous rundown of knockoff Halloween costumes such as 'pubescent frog of Silent War.' Mack teases upcoming good news Christmas stories and humorously navigates through the storytelling with a light-hearted tone.John also hosts Daily Comedy NewsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! For Apple users, hit the banner which says Uninterrupted Listening on your Apple podcasts app. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories’ with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com

Oct 7, 2025 • 4min
Good News for a Swan on the Tracks
The first Tram Driver World Cup saw Vienna winning against 25 international teams, with Poland and Norway securing second and third places, respectively. Three Scottish brothers, Euan, Jamie, and Lachlan, achieved a record by rowing unsupported across the Pacific Ocean. A new app called Tabi, developed by sylvester.ai, helps cat owners detect if their cats are in pain by analyzing facial cues. Comedian Marc Maron is featured in 'Anxiety Club,' a documentary exploring anxiety in the comedy scene. Lastly, a commuter documented a swan on the train tracks in the UK, highlighting a common issue that now requires railway worker training.John also hosts Daily Comedy NewsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! For Apple users, hit the banner which says Uninterrupted Listening on your Apple podcasts app. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories’ with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com

Oct 5, 2025 • 5min
Christmas Tree Lane to return despite Altadena L.A. wildfires
Hallmark's movie 'The More the Merrier' stars heart transplant recipient Mackenzie and athlete DeMar Hamlin; Tricia Yearwood's holiday album 'Christmas Time' and tour; the Commemorative Air Force's '12 Planes of Christmas' fundraiser spotlighting WWII aircraft; the Doctor Who Christmas audio drama 'Lioness in Winter'; and the revival of the Christmas Tree Lane tradition in Altadena after devastating fires. Each story highlights resilience, festive spirit, and community efforts during the holiday season.John also hosts Daily Comedy NewsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! For Apple users, hit the banner which says Uninterrupted Listening on your Apple podcasts app. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories’ with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com

Oct 4, 2025 • 6min
Good News if you like a big pizza party
Stories include a cheating scandal at the World Stone Skimming Championships in Scotland, research showing chimpanzees consume the equivalent of two alcoholic drinks daily from fermented fruit, New York City turning food waste into compost at the Staten Island facility, Tufts University offering free tuition for US families earning less than $150,000 starting in 2026, and a new Guinness World Record for the largest pizza party held in New Haven with 4,525 participants.John also hosts Daily Comedy NewsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! For Apple users, hit the banner which says Uninterrupted Listening on your Apple podcasts app. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories’ with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com

Oct 3, 2025 • 5min
This Year's Top Christmas Toys
The New York Post highlights this year's hot toys, including Hasbro Connect Four Frenzy and American Girl's Truly Me Doll. A new movie, 'A Wisconsin Christmas Pie,' featuring Katie Laki and Ryan Carns, is set to release on October 9th. Rock band Striper is releasing a new Christmas album titled 'The Greatest Gift of All' on November 21st. In the UK, Buckingham Palace will host a Christmas pop-up store offering royal-themed gifts and treats from November 14th through January 5th. Lastly, a woman named Cassie enjoys keeping her Christmas decorations up year-round, celebrating the magic and joy it brings.John also hosts Daily Comedy NewsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! For Apple users, hit the banner which says Uninterrupted Listening on your Apple podcasts app. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories’ with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com

Oct 2, 2025 • 5min
No so good news - A Squirrel Terrorizes San Franciso Neighborhood
Johnny Mack from Callaro Shark Media shares five good news stories. An Australian teacher was proposed to in a unique way with a 'Marry Me' message spelled out in a canola field by her farmer fiancé. A Maine family farm won a national award for the best corn maze for the fourth year in a row. A Virginia orchard set a Guinness World Record for the heaviest peach at 1.83 pounds. The IG Nobel Prizes were awarded for humorous and thought-provoking research. Lastly, San Francisco Bay Area residents are warned about an aggressive squirrel that has attacked multiple people.John also hosts Daily Comedy NewsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! For Apple users, hit the banner which says Uninterrupted Listening on your Apple podcasts app. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories’ with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com

Oct 1, 2025 • 5min
5 Good News Halloween Stories - Til Death Do Us Part Group Wedding Ceremony
Johnny Mac, the host of Five Good News Stories, introduces a Halloween-themed edition featuring five heartwarming and interesting stories. These include an annual themed group wedding ceremony in Osceola, Halloween Wars on the Food Network with contestant Willie Ts, The Community Access Project for Eureka's Halloween costume drive for children in need, Spirit Halloween's 2025 costume trends, and a humorous look at knockoff Halloween costumes. Johnny plans to continue sharing good news Halloween stories weekly through October, similar to his Christmas stories series.John also hosts Daily Comedy NewsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! For Apple users, hit the banner which says Uninterrupted Listening on your Apple podcasts app. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories’ with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com

Sep 30, 2025 • 5min
Good News - King Charles meets the World's Oldest Person (116)
King Charles met 116-year-old Ethel, the oldest living person and last surviving subject of Edward II, reminiscing about her youth. In Ohio, Sister Renee celebrated her 105th birthday playing golf despite being legally blind. New Jersey's Yogi Berra Museum set a Guinness World Record with 2,358 people playing catch. In Pennsylvania, an animal rescue installed a 24/7 microchip scanner to reunite lost pets with their owners. Lastly, a crab was spotted on a first-class seat on a London train, later released into a local pond.John also hosts Daily Comedy NewsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! For Apple users, hit the banner which says Uninterrupted Listening on your Apple podcasts app. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories’ with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com

Sep 28, 2025 • 5min
Big Elf On The Shelf News
Johnny Mac discusses the early arrival of Christmas decorations at Costco, sparking mixed reactions. He highlights Jasper City's plans to add drones to their annual 'Christmas in the Park' event, emphasizing community enhancement. The Elf on the Shelf Company is launching a new 2D adventure video game for the Nintendo Switch on October 17, celebrating their 20th anniversary. Collectors are eagerly seeking Tim Burton's 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'-themed drinkware at Starbucks. Additionally, Mack notes the early start of Christmas celebrations in the Philippines, known for their extended festive season starting in September. John also hosts Daily Comedy NewsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! For Apple users, hit the banner which says Uninterrupted Listening on your Apple podcasts app. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories’ with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com


