5 Good News Stories : Happiness and Fun

5 Good News Stories : Happiness and Fun

Five Good News Stories - five stories in the news, all of them good! 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. Portions of this podcast were created with the assistance of AI Whether you're looking for a dose of positivity to brighten your day or seeking inspiration from the incredible achievements of people worldwide, "5 Good News Stories" has you covered. It's 5 Good News Stories to make you smile. Have a great day! Get all these episodes plus hundreds more commercial free here! See the full list of shows and sign up for our newsletter for more great news from Caloroga Shark Media.

Episodes

The Unbelievable KFC Scented Perfume AND A Cat's Incredible Journey in an Amazon Box

May 17, 2024 • 3 mins
This script covers five unique good news stories ranging from a KFC scented perfume called Eau de BBQ, designed to evoke the smell and taste of barbecue, as part of a crispy chicken filet sandwich promotion, to the miraculous story of a cat accidentally shipped to California in an Amazon return box, who was eventually reunited with its owner. It also highlights an Earth Day initiative where over 13,000 ladybugs were released by stu...
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Bark Air - first class air travel for dogs

May 15, 2024 • 5 mins
Bark Air introduces the first luxury air travel experience for dogs, offering services from London to New York and New York to LA, complete with onboard amenities tailored for canine comfort. A touching story follows of Freya, who received a wedding day card from her deceased father, leaving wedding guests emotional. A large-scale whale rescue effort south of Perth saw 130 out of 160 stranded pilot whales returned to the sea. Cente...
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Snakes in Pants! A Surprising Airport Security Find

May 13, 2024 • 4 mins
Sea Lions Take Over Fisherman's Wharf
The Fans First Act: A Fight Against Hidden Fees
Miraculous Quadruplets: A One in 70 Million Chance
Mysterious Money Finds in Ohio
Snakes in Pants: A Surprising Airport Security Find


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The World's Largest Hot Dog. Zach Bryan's Tornado Relief Efforts and a Mystery Song ID'd!

May 10, 2024 • 5 mins

 The World's Largest Hot Dog Art Installation
 Innovations in Synthetic Diamond Production
 Zach Bryan's Tornado Relief Efforts
 The Lawn Defender: A Sprinkler Story
 The Mystery of the 80s Song Unraveled
 
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The Case of the Misleading Movie Beer PLUS A Green (not golden) Retriever

May 8, 2024 • 3 mins
This episode of '5 Good News Stories' hosted by Johnny Mac covers a range of uplifting tales including Donna setting a new world record for the longest abdominal plank, Samaritans rescuing Sam from a burning car, a groundbreaking study on cannabis reducing cognitive decline, a lawsuit over beer quantity misrepresentation in Texas, and a rare lime green puppy born to a golden retriever.  
World Record Planking Achievement
Heroic Samar...
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The Other Taylor Swift

May 6, 2024 • 5 mins
Johnny Ma  delivers five heartwarming stories: a romantic plane proposal where the captain proposes to his flight attendant girlfriend mid-flight; the relocation of Asian elephants from Australia's Taronga Zoo to a larger, mixed-species habitat in South Australia; a scientific insight into the heart-shaped feature on Pluto, thought to be caused by a slow, angled impact; the recovery and thriving of two Bengal tigers, rescued from t...
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50,000 bees in the wall, 50,000 bees! Take one down, pass it around...

May 3, 2024 • 6 mins
 Highlights include Mike, the alligator trapper, capturing an eight-foot alligator barefoot and showcasing it to a cheering crowd. The script humorously touches on 'savage seagulls' in Britain, forming gangs and causing chaos, with characters like Bugsy Seagull and Steven Seagull. Another story involves a Nigerian chess champion, Tunde, who broke the world record for the longest chess marathon by playing for 60 hours in Times Squar...
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A Birthday Invitation Gone Horribly Wrong and Inside the D.C. Trivia Cheating Scandal

May 1, 2024 • 6 mins
 First, an elephant escapes from a local circus in Butte, Montana, amusing the community before being safely returned.

 The second story humorously recounts how the Petite Hermitage Hotel in West California gains popularity by cleverly responding to negative online reviews.

Next, Ethan Levine embarks on a quest to set a Guinness World Record for the most ceremonial first pitches thrown, aiming to reach or surpass the 40-pitch benchma...
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The Great Cow Escape, Mouse Utopia and The Accidental Divorce

April 29, 2024 • 5 mins
The Great Cow Escape: A Tale of Clever Cows
Whale Communication Breakthrough: Talking to Humpbacks
Creating a Mouse Utopia: Simon Dell's Mouse Village
Innovative Wildlife Management: Alaska's Robotic Predator
The Accidental Divorce: A Click Gone Wrong

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The Tale of Tampa's Ceramic Rooftop Cat

April 26, 2024 • 3 mins
Scrabble Gets a Friendly Makeover
Wheels for Winners: Biking for Good in Wisconsin
 Discovering a New Blue Gecko Species
 Global Life Expectancy on the Rise
The Tale of Tampa's Ceramic Cat
 
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Ninja the 90 year old soccer sensation

April 24, 2024 • 5 mins
A newborn fox at the Richmond Wildlife Center is raised with minimal human contact, using a unique method where caretakers wear fox costumes. Adidas plans to donate over $150 million from Yeezy sales to anti-racism organizations after ending their partnership with Kanye West. A high school student, Selena Zhang, invents a solar and AI-powered trap to combat the invasive lanternfly in the Northeast. Providence College students raise...
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The world's record poo and the mystery of why the horse didn't board the train

April 22, 2024 • 4 mins
The tales include a pilot and his dog surviving a plane crash off the California coast and swimming to safety, Anouk Gournier setting a new rope climbing record at the Eiffel Tower, the birth of the 250th California Condor chick at the San Diego Zoo signaling a conservation success, a horse that wandered into an Australian train station during heavy rain and was safely returned to its owner, and the discovery of the largest fossili...
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Marooned sailors spell out HELP and it worked - PLUS what to do if attacked by a cow

April 19, 2024 • 5 mins
A mass wedding ceremony during a total eclipse in Ohio Town, the rescue of three stranded men on a Pacific island using palm leaves to spell out 'HELP', the development of a new cancer-detecting blood test called Galeri, the story of Roger, a playful Labrador who became a hero in earthquake rescue efforts in Taiwan, and humorous advice on what to do if attacked by a cow. 

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Should you pick heads or tails? The answer!

April 17, 2024 • 5 mins
Celebrating Erna the Duck's Remarkable Milestone
Cow on the Traffic Cam
Space Debris Mystery: A Close Encounter in Florida
Breaking Records as a Human Fountain
Coin Toss Conundrum: Unveiling the Odds
 
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Olivia Rodrigo's New Initiative PLUS a woman's boyfriend steals her toilet!

April 15, 2024 • 4 mins
Johnny Mac delivers five heartwarming news stories ranging from a Barbie rescued from a river auctioned for over $1,000 to fund cleanup efforts, to Olivia Rodrigo's initiative to donate proceeds from her Canadian tour to women's shelters. Additionally, a biotech company's breakthrough in bio 3D printed windpipes offers new hope in medical science. A curious tale follows a man who bought a house on Amazon and found it too small to l...
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Cicada Rain - you don't wanna know. PLUS Dolphins getting high on Puffer Fish!

April 12, 2024 • 5 mins
Dolphins' Puffer Fish High: A Surprising Discovery

Heartwarming Act of Kindness by a School Bus Driver

Can Your Dog Really Understand You?

The Curious Case of Cats and Cucumbers

The Fascinating World of Cicadas
 
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That's not a sick hedgehog, it's a hat

April 10, 2024 • 4 mins
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...
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Eclipse Fun Facts, an Earthquake Vasectomy and the world's oldest man

April 8, 2024 • 5 mins
Eclipse Day: Fun Facts and Viewing Tips
A Quirky Earthquake Story During a Vasectomy
The World's Oldest Man Shares His Secret
Presidential Palace Cats: Mexico's Living Fixed Assets
Flight Delay Fiasco: A Bathroom Dilemma

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Mike Tyson's Edible Ears and Groundhog Parenting

April 5, 2024 • 4 mins
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. I

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

April 3, 2024 • 4 mins
 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 thir...
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