

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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Aug 26, 2024 • 4min
A Kangaroo...escaped from Prison....in Prague
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Aug 23, 2024 • 5min
Misty the Puppy vs. The Volcano
In this episode, Johnny Mac shares five heartwarming news stories. First, Chen Xiaoxing sets the Guinness World Record for spinning a mobile phone on his finger 320 times in one minute. Next, Kawika Singson rescues Misty, a puppy trapped in a volcanic fissure in Hawaii. A Tennessee diver recovers a precious fishing pole lost by a boy in Norris Lake. Mountain goats leave hoof prints on an SUV in Colorado, and a Texas man legally changes his name to 'Literally Anybody Else' as a protest and runs for president. These stories showcase human kindness, quirky achievements, and amusing incidents.00:00 Introduction and Guinness World Record00:37 Rescue of Misty the Puppy03:05 Tennessee Diver's Heartwarming Recovery03:42 Goats on a Colorado SUV04:18 Texas Man Changes Name to 'Literally Anybody Else' Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! 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!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

Aug 21, 2024 • 6min
Orange Lobster and Red Lobster PLUS a Groundhog in a Claw Machine
Johnny Mac shares five uplifting stories, including a groundhog found in a claw machine at a mini-golf course in Pennsylvania, a rare orange lobster rescued from a Red Lobster restaurant and now living in Denver's Downtown Aquarium, new rules for backyard chickens in Des Moines, an ultramarathoner setting a record in Malaysia to support girls and women's sports, and a 77-year-old woman looking for a new home for her unique collection of 163 bedpans. Plus, info on Johnny's other podcast, Daily Comedy News. 00:12 Groundhog in a Claw Machine00:58 Rare Orange Lobster at Denver Aquarium02:31 Des Moines' New Rules for Backyard Chickens03:31 Ultramarathoner Sets New Record04:15 Europe's Largest Bedpan Collection Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! 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! We now have Merch! FREE SHIPPING! Check out all the products like T-shirts, mugs, bags, jackets and more with logos and slogans from your favorite shows! Did we mention there’s free shipping? Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media Contact Johnny Mac at John at thesharkdeck.com Buy Me A Coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynewsJohn 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

Aug 19, 2024 • 4min
Do Dogs Dream PLUS Hey, that's a big eggplant!
Join Johnny Mac as he shares five uplifting stories, including the special bond between a Chihuahua named Franny Joy and her mailman Dan, the possibility that pets dream about their owners, a mayor in Italy encouraging community walks, a shingles vaccine that might delay dementia, and an Iowa man who set a new world record with an enormous eggplant. These delightful tales promise to bring a smile to your face and brighten your day.00:00 Heartwarming Friendship: Franny Joy and Mail Carrier Dan01:15 Do Dogs Dream? Insights from Harvard Research01:43 Mayor's Evening Walks: A Community Tradition02:32 Shingles Vaccine and Dementia: Promising Findings02:59 Record-Breaking Eggplant: Iowa's Vegetable EnthusiastUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! 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! We now have Merch! FREE SHIPPING! Check out all the products like T-shirts, mugs, bags, jackets and more with logos and slogans from your favorite shows! Did we mention there’s free shipping? Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media Contact Johnny Mac at John at thesharkdeck.com Buy Me A Coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews 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

Aug 16, 2024 • 3min
Tank Traffic, Lottery Win, Skateboarding Record, Tree Revival, and Beach Mystery
Johnny Mac shares five uplifting news stories: a traffic delay caused by a fallen tank on a Texas highway, a Michigan woman who discovered she won a lottery prize in her spam folder, a California woman born without legs breaking the skateboarding world record, new growth from the Sycamore Gap Tree, and a police response to a realistic doll mistaken for a headless body on a New Zealand beach. The episode encourages listeners to share the show and offers an ad-free option. 00:16 Tank Blocks Texas Highway00:47 Lottery Win Found in Spam01:20 World Record for Handstand Skateboarding01:38 Sycamore Gap Tree's New Shoots02:24 Headless Body on New Zealand BeachUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! 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! We now have Merch! FREE SHIPPING! Check out all the products like T-shirts, mugs, bags, jackets and more with logos and slogans from your favorite shows! Did we mention there’s free shipping? Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media Contact Johnny Mac at John at thesharkdeck.com Buy Me A Coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews 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

Aug 14, 2024 • 5min
Cocaine Sharks
00:16 Quirky Shark Story00:51 Jobby the Parrot's Adventure01:22 Diamonds on Mercury02:33 Alex Trebek's Forever Stamp02:58 Giant Sandwich Challenge Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! 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! We now have Merch! FREE SHIPPING! Check out all the products like T-shirts, mugs, bags, jackets and more with logos and slogans from your favorite shows! Did we mention there’s free shipping? Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media Contact Johnny Mac at John at thesharkdeck.com Buy Me A Coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynewsJohn 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

Aug 12, 2024 • 5min
Flavor Flav paid an Olympian's rent
In this episode, Johnny Mac presents five heartwarming good news stories: a successful rescue of a horse from a swimming pool by Oklahoma City police, the development of innovative solar technology by a Swedish company, a large fundraiser for a Liverpool library destroyed by rioters, Olympian Veronica Fraley getting rent assistance from Flavor Flav, and an Italian man setting a world record by pulling three small planes while walking on his hands. Johnny Mac also promotes his other podcast 'Daily Comedy News' and offers ad-free options for listeners.00:00 Introduction and First Good News Story: Horse Rescue00:48 Innovative Solar Technology from Sweden01:25 Community Support for Fire-Damaged Liverpool Library02:27 Olympian Veronica Fraley's Rent Dilemma Solved02:56 Daily Comedy News Podcast Plug03:20 World Record: Walking on Hands While Pulling Planes04:08 Conclusion and Subscription InformationUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! 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! We now have Merch! FREE SHIPPING! Check out all the products like T-shirts, mugs, bags, jackets and more with logos and slogans from your favorite shows! Did we mention there’s free shipping? Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media Contact Johnny Mac at John at thesharkdeck.com Buy Me A Coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynewsJohn 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

Aug 9, 2024 • 4min
Crash of the Weinermobile
5 Feel-Good News Stories: Wienermobile Crash, HIV Remission, and MoreIn this episode of '5 Good News Stories,' Johnny Mac reports on the safe outcome of a Wienermobile rollover crash in Chicago, highlights a man likely cured of HIV after a stem cell transplant, celebrates the reintroduction of 500 giant tortoises to the Galapagos, shares a heartwarming tale of a dog saving its owner from carbon monoxide poisoning, and announces the world's largest tequila collection recognized in New Jersey. Tune in for these uplifting stories and more.00:00 Introduction and Wienermobile Incident01:38 Breakthrough HIV Cure in Germany01:57 Galapagos Tortoises Reintroduced02:41 Heroic Dog Saves Owner from Carbon Monoxide03:32 World's Largest Tequila CollectionUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! 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!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

Aug 7, 2024 • 5min
Not A Gator
In this episode, Johnny Mac shares five heartwarming good news stories. A false alarm about a 10-foot alligator in Washington turns out to be a friendly lizard named Taz. In Florida, officials remind residents to avoid stressed black bears. In New York, a Bronx restaurant provides over 500 free meals daily to immigrants. Gizmo the Chihuahua is reunited with his owner after nine years, thanks to a microchip. Finally, an Australian man attempts to break his own Guinness World Record for the most underpants put on in 30 seconds.00:00 Introduction and Alligator Scare01:32 Bear Sighting in Florida02:40 Bronx Restaurant's Generosity03:23 Gizmo the Chihuahua Returns04:08 Guinness World Record Attempt Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! 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!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

Aug 5, 2024 • 3min
Red Hot Chili Peppers' Yosemite Collaboration
Good News Highlights: Breaking Records, Anti-Aging Discoveries, and Lost & Found SurprisesIn this episode, Johnny Mac shares five uplifting news stories. Highlights include: a Nigerian man breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest twerking session to raise mental health awareness, scientists at Imperial College London extending the lifespan of mice by inhibiting a specific protein, the Red Hot Chili Peppers collaborating with the Parks Project for their 25th anniversary, a discovery that tree bark absorbs methane, and amusing lost and found items at Denver Airport, including elk meat and a circular saw.00:00 Introduction and Guinness Record Twerking00:41 Anti-Aging Breakthrough01:21 Red Hot Chili Peppers' Yosemite Collaboration01:56 Trees Absorbing Methane02:25 Denver Airport Lost and Found Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! 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!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


