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5 Good News Stories - happiness and fun

Caloroga Shark Media / Happiness Good News Lab

Every day the news feels heavy. 5 Good News Stories is your daily antidote — five short, uplifting stories about human kindness, scientific breakthroughs, unexpected heroes, and moments that remind you the world isn"t as broken as the headlines suggest. Hosted by John McDermott, each episode is under 10 minutes and designed to start your morning right or reset your afternoon. If you"re looking for a positive news podcast, a feel-good daily listen, or just five minutes of happiness — this is your

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4:36

Thousands of Crabs Escape and make a run for it

5 Good News Stories - happiness and fun ·

2026/02/19

The Dave Matthews Band continues its eco-friendly initiatives with a new tour aiming to plant another million trees globally. A Mountain Gorilla family in Congo celebrates the rare birth of twins, raising their population to 59 members. A new braille label printer, the mnemonica dot, is introduced to assist the visually impaired. Swedish soccer enthusiast, Daniel, breaks the Guinness World Record by juggling a soccer ball for over 28 hours. Finally, in Northern Ireland, a truck mishap leads to the

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4:17

Friendly Rabbit entering cars at Golf Course

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2026/02/17

00:00 The Friendly Rabbit01:01 Inspiring Teacher Donates Award Money01:55 AI Technology Helps Study Seal Populations02:43 Record-Breaking Sock Collection03:32 Deputy Rescues Loose Chickens 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

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3:52

Cat walks home from Spain to France

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2026/02/15

A Minneapolis pizzeria received $83,000 in donations from their 'buy a pizza, give a pizza' initiative to help vulnerable families. French sailor Charlie secretly battled gastrointestinal cancer while completing a 24,000-mile solo race. A study reveals the number of recognized mammal species has grown by 25% since 2005, thanks to genetic analysis. In Florida, a 9-foot boa constrictor was safely removed from a residential yard. In Spain, a cat named Fe Lou astonishingly walked 155 miles back home to

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4:17

The Polar Bear's 16th Birthday Party

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2026/02/12

An 8-year-old girl, Katrina, and her brother, Charlie, saved their school bus driver who had a medical emergency. A sheep named Fiona, once isolated in the Scottish Highlands, is now pregnant with twins. The Ontario Wildlife Refuge celebrated a polar bear named Guc's 16th birthday with a tropical-themed party. A coastal Washington event attempted a record for the largest polar bear dip with over 4,900 participants. Lastly, the Oxford Bus Company shared a quirky list of strange items left behind on

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4:01

Grandma wins Tekken tournament

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2026/02/10

Swedish researchers found an association between high fat dairy consumption and a lower risk of dementia. Joseph, a German man, broke his own Guinness World Record with an 11,000 snow globe collection. Japanese scientists are conducting clinical trials on artificial blood, potentially reducing blood shortages by 2030. Peay, an escaped hornbill, was safely returned to a California zoo. Lastly, a 92-year-old Japanese grandmother won an eSports Tekken tournament featuring senior citizens.John also

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4:30

The Octopus that Plays Piano

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2026/02/08

A Swedish musician, Mattias, teaches an octopus named Taco to play piano using a specially designed keyboard and a crab reward system. Claire, diagnosed with terminal cancer, receives hundreds of Christmas cards and gifts from strangers after a Facebook post. Scientists in Chile develop a method to harvest water from fog for dry cities. California wildlife officials mistakenly catch the wrong bear while trying to remove one living under a man's house. A diplomat's son, Demetrius, returns a library

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5:08

The Shrek Proposal

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2026/02/05

We congratulate 80-year-old Betty for becoming the oldest woman to complete the Appalachian Trail, overcoming multiple setbacks and dedicating her journey to her late hiking partner, Joe. Elsewhere, Georgia filmmaker Chad Carter proposed to his girlfriend Ressa by editing himself into a Shrek wedding scene, a clip that went viral online. In the UK, a massive oyster reef restoration project aims to enhance marine biodiversity. Meanwhile, Rex the wallaby, fond of Walmart parking lots, was safely

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4:44

Science - Swearing is Good For You!

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2026/02/03

Firstly, a study confirms that swearing can boost physical performance by reducing inhibitions and increasing focus. Secondly, the successful reintroduction of white storks to the UK has led to their return to London. Thirdly, tattoo artist Beth is helping breast cancer survivors by offering free 3D nipple tattoos. Fourthly, Samsung is close to commercializing solid-state batteries, which could significantly enhance electric vehicle range and safety. Lastly, in Christchurch, humorous and absurd

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4:12

Pose Nude for Snow Removal

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2026/02/01

A small town in Oregon raised money by posing nude for a calendar to clear snow-clogged streets. An AI-powered robot assists in restoring the Great Barrier Reef by deploying coral larvae. The upcoming Olympics in Milan are focusing on sustainability by repurposing existing structures for the Olympic Village, which will later serve as student housing. New technology from Fish Eye Collaborative helps match underwater sounds to fish using 360-degree video. Finally, Columbia CEO Tim Boyle humorously

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4:27

Drone delivers steak and crab legs to prison

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2026/01/29

Johnny Mac shares five uplifting news stories, including Brian, an NYC dog matchmaker whose adorable outings result in high adoption rates. Scientists modify a parasitic fungus to combat mosquitoes more effectively than chemical insecticides. Francois, a French daredevil, sets a Guinness World Record by bungee jumping at 16 sites over eight years. Prison guards intercept a drone delivering steak, crab legs, and contraband to inmates. Lastly, Buenos Aires hosts a gathering of 2,397 golden retrievers,

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3:40

Man swallows stolen Fabrege Egg, Police recover it. ...

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2026/01/27

Johnny Mac shares five uplifting news stories. Brazilian civil rights lawyer Leonardo, dressed as Superman, visited children battling cancer, spreading smiles and hope. A study found evidence that kissing dates back 21 million years, involving ancient apes and Neanderthals. Lionel Richie's perfume 'Hello' was pulled from shelves due to concerns about infertility. Police recovered a $20,000 diamond-encrusted Fabergé egg from a thief who swallowed it. In India, a sports team lost 20 consecutive coin

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3:54

The World Cheese Champion

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2026/01/25

Johnny Mac hares five uplifting news stories: a baby fur seal wanders into a New Zealand bar, a dog with a world-record tongue, Switzerland's effort to get yodeling recognized by the UN, rare blooming of palm trees in Rio de Janeiro, and a Swiss Gruyère crowned World Cheese Champion. Each story highlights unique and heartwarming events from around 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

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3:23

The World's Fastest Garden Shed

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2026/01/22

Johnny Mac shares five feel-good stories, starting with new research indicating everyday activities, labeled as VIPA, can boost health and longevity. Conde Nast bans new animal fur in its fashion content, aligning with industry trends. Ireland makes its Basic Income for the Arts program permanent, benefiting artists' productivity and mental health. 14-year-old Miles wins $25,000 by using origami for a foldable structure capable of holding 10,000 times its weight. Lastly, Brian sets a new Guinness

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3:42

The McDonald's Nightclub

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2026/01/20

A McDonald's in Budapest transforms into a nightclub on weekends; an Arizona man is reunited with his dog after eight years; a London man breaks a Guinness World Record by visiting 42 museums in 24 hours; an Alabama family receives a year’s supply of free donuts after their baby is born in a Krispy Kreme parking lot during a snowstorm; and a donkey named Earl finds joy and new friends thanks to a yoga ball at a rescue home.John also hosts Daily Comedy NewsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with

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3:43

Good News - Squirrels hate Irish Spring Soap

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2026/01/18

In France, thieves used a stolen credit card to purchase a winning 500,000 euro lottery ticket but vanished before cashing in. The victim of the theft, Jean David, is willing to split the winnings with them if they return his wallet. Shark attacks in 2024 saw a record low with only 47 unprovoked incidents. Cadbury launches a giant chocolate bar meant for sharing, confusing consumers with sections labeled for various acts of kindness. Finally, gardeners are advised to hang Irish Spring soap near

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3:46

80 Oysters for Lunch

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2026/01/15

A Samaritan used a unique formula to safely return a lost wallet, though it wasn't claimed. Paralympic gold medalist Melanie became the first blind woman to swim across the English Channel. The elusive plains wanderer bird was spotted in West Melbourne for the first time since 1989. A Pennsylvania town's attempt at traffic calming with curved lines on a street caused mixed reactions among locals. Lastly, a woman in South Kensington ordered and ate 80 oysters in one sitting, impressing the restaurant

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5:27

Good News - Wallet found in lake 40 years later

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2026/01/13

The first story recounts how a wallet lost by a dad decades ago in old Lakes was miraculously found and returned to his sons. The second story highlights the discovery of a 4,000-year-old tomb in Egypt belonging to a wizard/doctor named Titty Nfu. The third tale involves a Parisian receptionist heroically saving six people from a fire by traversing a narrow ledge. The other stories are for adults only.John also hosts Daily Comedy NewsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media

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4:10

Anyone misplace a cow?

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2026/01/11

Highlights include a unique Jimmy Carter-themed birthday party for a 5-year-old boy in New Jersey, the groundbreaking of a tiny home village for veterans in Milwaukee, and a unique marriage proposal involving a newborn in Illinois. Additionally, a heroic dog in Pensacola helps find an elderly woman during a medical emergency, and a cowboy successfully ropes a loose cow on a Pennsylvania highway. John also hosts Daily Comedy NewsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! For

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3:11

Snakes In A Car

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2026/01/08

A lion escaped from a truck in South Africa but safely arrived at a game farm after the tranquilizer wore off. Scientists in the UK developed a successful vaccine against EEHV, a deadly virus in elephants. In Australia, a man had a close encounter with a venomous tiger snake in a car, but the snake was safely removed. In Los Angeles, the Wallace Annenberg Wildlife crossing was planted to provide a safe passage for animals across the 101 Freeway. Lastly, a truck spilled blueberries on a California

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3:41

The Scrapple Champion

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2026/01/06

The Royal Botanic Garden's Millennium Seed Bank in England has stored over 2 billion seeds from 40,000 species to preserve genetic diversity. A fisherman named Ian found a way to recycle discarded fishing nets into raw plastic. In Rome, the Colosseum has reopened the passage used by Roman emperors. In Philadelphia, a scrapple sculpture contest saw a tribute to the Philadelphia Eagles win first prize. Lastly, Lila's Hair Museum, a collection of over 3,000 pieces of hair art, is being rehomed after

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