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The Good News Podcast is your thrice weekly reminder that not all news is bad.

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3:23

Watercube, Repeat

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2025/03/06

From the archive, tech that can make drinking water from the air. Since originally airing, this technology has in fact gotten smaller and cheaper and has been used in emergency situation to provide drinking water. Pretty cool!Read more about the Watercube in action here★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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3:14

Sewercules, Repeat

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2025/02/27

From the archive, stories of ancient history under the streets. I thought of this story because there was recently a big Roman discovery in London. Read more about that discovery here★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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3:42

Asteroid Investigation 🌠

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2025/02/22

An asteroid has gotten into the news recently and scientists are paying close attention.Read more about the asteroid here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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3:11

Wooden Blades

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2025/02/20

One hard-to-recycle part of renewable energy production is getting a green(er) upgrade.Read more about the blades here★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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3:52

CPR Double Dip 💓

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2025/02/18

Two stories about two people teaching and using CPR to change (and save) lives.Sign up for CPR classes here if you want to learn or get a refresher★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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3:41

Update: An Old Bird, Repeat

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2025/02/15

Breaking (good) news! Wisdom has returned and is officially taking care of her new hatchling. Back in December, Wisdom was confirmed to have laid the egg and now it's one of her 30+ hatchlings.Read more about Wisdom here★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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4:08

Jump Rope Rescue

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2025/02/12

An icy emergency gets exactly the right hero for the moment!Read more about the rescue here★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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2:41

Beavers Get The Job Done

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2025/02/08

Beavers are the best- and they don't need to worry about permits!Read more about the beavers' hard work here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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3:06

Scarf Bombing 🧣, Repeat

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2025/02/04

From the archive: people who knit, crochet, etc. just keep proving time and time again that they're the best- this time? Scarf bombing!Read more about scarf bombing here!★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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2:47

Sensory Friendly Stadium ⚾

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2025/01/31

A new ticket option at a major stadium can help to make events more welcoming to more folks- that's good news!Read more about the new tickets here★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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4:38

Future Library 🌲

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2025/01/28

An art installation and future book is growing in a Norwegian forest outside of Oslo!Read more about the project here and listen to the Ted Radio Hour episode with this project here★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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3:55

Stick Nation

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2025/01/25

A social media trend that encourages people to get outside and share what they love- nothing wrong with that!Read more about stick nation here★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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3:43

The Thiberville Fortune

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2025/01/21

A small town gets a big gift- it's good news!Read more about the town and it's plans here★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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3:26

In Vitro Rhino 🦏, Repeat

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2025/01/18

The work continues- since this archive episode first ran, 5 more rhino embryos have been produced. Very exciting stuff! The team behind this effort has won an award for their innovative work.Read more about the project and the award here★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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4:03

Otters v. Crabs 🦦🦀

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2025/01/17

Otters are bouncing back and helping manage an invasive species.Read more about otters and crabs here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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3:43

Phone Class 📞

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2025/01/14

A college is offering coaching for a growing challenge- phone anxiety. Read more about the classes here★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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3:41

Elephant Treats 🐘🎄

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2025/01/09

Zoos are finding a fun and effective way to reuse Christmas tree once the holidays are over.Read more about the elephant treats here★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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2:35

Greencago 🍃🏙

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2025/01/07

Chicago is getting powered up in a very green way!Read more about the energy milestone here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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3:14

Finnish Health Forests 🌲🌴🌳, Repeat

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2024/12/31

From the archive, a national health service is sending people out into the woods... for their health! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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5:19

Update: Notre Dame Restoration: On Track

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2024/12/28

Notre Dame has reopened! Pretty exciting and a good news story we've followed for many years. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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