5 Good News Stories - five good things in the news

Caloroga Shark Media / Happiness Good News Lab
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Apr 12, 2024 • 5min

Cicada Rain - you don't wanna know. PLUS Dolphins getting high on Puffer Fish!

Dolphins' Puffer Fish High: A Surprising DiscoveryHeartwarming Act of Kindness by a School Bus DriverCan Your Dog Really Understand You?The Curious Case of Cats and CucumbersThe Fascinating World of Cicadas 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
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Apr 10, 2024 • 5min

That's not a sick hedgehog, it's a hat

Johnny Mac presents five intriguing and heartwarming news stories. The topics range from a baseball team's controversial mascot named after a weight-loss drug, to a traditional waiter's race in Paris aimed at promoting the upcoming Summer Olympics. Additionally, breakthroughs in artificial intelligence in healthcare are highlighted, showcasing a new AI model that can detect diseases and tumors in early stages. Another story touches on a controversial wedding where guests were charged a hefty fee to attend, leading to a social media uproar.Lastly, a humorous yet touching account of a woman mistaking a woolly hat for a sick baby hedgehog ends the episode on a lighter note. TJohn 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
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Apr 8, 2024 • 6min

Eclipse Fun Facts, an Earthquake Vasectomy and the world's oldest man

Eclipse Day: Fun Facts and Viewing TipsA Quirky Earthquake Story During a VasectomyThe World's Oldest Man Shares His SecretPresidential Palace Cats: Mexico's Living Fixed AssetsFlight Delay Fiasco: A Bathroom DilemmaJohn 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
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Apr 5, 2024 • 5min

Mike Tyson's Edible Ears and Groundhog Parenting

Johnny Mac shares five uplifting and humorous news stories. These include Mike Tyson's launch of a unique cannabis edible shaped like bitten ears, reminiscent of his infamous fight with Evander Holyfield. In a lucky turn of events in England, Richard Brock finds a valuable gold nugget during a treasure hunt. The 'I am not a typo' campaign advocates for the recognition of unique names in technology autocorrect systems.Comedian Ed Gamble is compelled to replace a hot dog with a cucumber in his subway ad campaign due to junk food advertising regulations.Lastly, Puxatawnyi Phil and Phyllis, the groundhog couple, have welcomed two baby groundhogs, sparking a suggestion to name one 'Dorito'. 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
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Apr 3, 2024 • 4min

Samba the Parrot evades Hawks! A venomous snake makes it downtown! Antartica's Post office is hiring!

The first story highlights the Girls Auto Clinic, a Pennsylvania-based service offering car care memberships, education, and hands-on mechanic workshops specifically for women, alongside unique amenities like a nail salon.Next, an 11-year-old named Harrison is celebrated for raising $81,000 through patriotic popsicle sales to support history projects about Pearl Harbor, aiming to include stories of underrepresented heroes.The third story tells of Samba, a 15-year-old Catalina McCaw, who was safely returned to its owner after fending off hawks, thanks to the enticement of a bag of chips.The fourth story provides relief as a venomous snake causing alarm in a Dutch town was safely captured and relocated by its owner.Lastly, the world's southernmost post office at Port Lockroy, Antarctica, is looking to hire three employees to manage post and a penguin colony during the Southern Hemisphere summer, despite challenging living conditions. 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
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Apr 1, 2024 • 4min

The Porcupines have escaped!

Two women in Florida are attempting to set a Guinness world record by driving 500 miles in toy cars, raising money for animal charities along the way.Researchers in France have discovered why humans are naturally inclined to dance, attributing the phenomenon to the effect of syncopation on the brain.In Toronto, bald eagles are nesting for the first time in recorded history, marking a conservation success.A 29-year-old woman, has set a new record as the first female to race nonstop around the Earth solo in a competition, completing the journey in 130 days.Lastly, an amusing story about the capture of escaped porcupines in Scotland concludes the segment, highlighting a lighter moment in the animal kingdom. 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
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Mar 29, 2024 • 5min

51 slices of bacon please, and can you put that on a roll?

I missed World Nap Day!A successful coral reef restoration project in Indonesia, demonstrating a full recovery within four yearsA historical note found in Belgium revealing the harsh working conditions of 1940 and offering advice to future generationsResearch at Chernobyl showing certain worms' resilience to radiation, contributing to cancer researchAnd a quirky story about a man in the UK who ordered a bacon roll with 51 slices of bacon, which was so large it was served in a donut box. 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
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Mar 27, 2024 • 6min

Harry Potter and the Profitable Misprint

A rare Harry Potter book proof copy that sold for over $17,000 due to a misspelling, Christian Bale's initiative to support foster siblings with affordable housing, an overview of the Amache National Historic Site to preserve Japanese American history, a couple converting a school bus into a sustainable mobile home, and a peculiar case of mummified monkeys found in a traveler's luggage. 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
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Mar 25, 2024 • 4min

Wolfgang Van Halen gets it done!

This script shares five positive news stories covering a range of topics from an unexpected discovery by a magnet fisherman to heartwarming care at the Houston Zoo.The first story celebrates a magnet fisherman who found a potentially medieval sword in a river, sparking interest and eventually leading to its donation to a museum amidst legal considerations.Next, the extraordinary care given to a female jumping stick at the Houston Zoo is highlighted, where a unique treatment helped it recover.The third story applauds Wolfgang Van Halen's generous donation to support school music programs across the country. The fourth tale anticipates California's super bloom, promising a spectacular natural event thanks to recent weather conditions. Lastly, the script recounts the recovery of a cherished stuffed animal mistakenly thrown out, demonstrating community effort and the joy of retrieving a beloved item. These accounts collectively showcase human interest, kindness, and the small wonders that brighten the world.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
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Mar 22, 2024 • 4min

How to fall asleep, you have underwear on your head, Willie Wonka disaster and Jon Stewart's heartfelt goodbye

Uplifting Updates for Women's History Month and BeyondThis episode, hosted by Johnny Mac, celebrates Women's History Month and Barbie's 65th birthday with the announcement of new exceptional women dolls in its Role Models Collection, introducing girls to inspiring stories.Jon Stewart's heartfelt farewell to his dog Dipper led to an influx of donations to Animal Haven, a local shelter from which Dipper was adopted.A quirky event in St. Louis sets a new Guinness World Record with 355 people wearing underwear on their heads.A doctor's advice for falling asleep faster using a five senses sleep trick.Finally,the aftermath of a failed Willy Wonka event in Scotland, leading to the creation of a musical parody, WillyFest. 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

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