5 Good News Stories - five good things in the news
By: Caloroga Shark Media / Happiness Good News Lab
Language: en
Categories: News, Entertainment, Kids, Family, Pets, Animals, Health
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...
Episodes
Top Halloween costumes for pets
Oct 27, 2025Johnny Mac shares five uplifting Halloween stories, starting with Brandon's victory at the Safeway World Championship pumpkin weigh-off with a 2,346-pound pumpkin. A family in Louisville, Kentucky continues a tradition of festive decorations and has turned their home into a haunted house to honor a late family member. The growing trend of dressing pets for Halloween is discussed, with popular costumes and costs highlighted. The script also features Mike from Nevis, Minnesota, who is known for handing out large quantities of candy to trick-or-treaters, facing a setback when his bulk candy shipment was stolen. Lastly, the significant rise in Halloween...
Duration: 00:05:04Why Starbucks Holiday Menu 2025 won't include THIS drink!
Oct 26, 2025The new trend this year is minimalist Moss Ball Christmas trees. Fallout Boy released a rock version of 'It Feels Like Christmas' from the Muppet Christmas Carol, and the film will have a sing-along show in London's West End. Brad Paisley announced his new Christmas album 'A Snow Globe Town,' set to release on November 7th. Viral TikTok designers Molly and Preston share tips for achieving a perfect Christmas aesthetic. Starbucks' holiday menu for 2025 will not feature any new drinks but will bring back popular favorites.
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Woman gets calls about her missing cat. There is no cat. There IS a t-shirt.
Oct 25, 2025The first story involves a woman receiving calls about a missing cat, Turbo, due to her phone number being mistakenly printed on a t-shirt. In Arkansas, emergency services helped free a raccoon's head from a soup can. In New York, a milk spill caused by an overturned tractor trailer results in a humorous 'don't cry over spilled milk' situation. A coyote and a black bear palling around in Altadena sparks debate about animal behavior. Lastly, Shelly the tortoise is reunited with her owners after being missing for 16 days and found at an ice cream parlor.
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Fake Sammy Hagar Arrested
Oct 23, 2025A man impersonating musician Sammy Hagar was arrested for attempting to open bank accounts under the star's name. A high school girl's volleyball team raised funds to buy a car for their dedicated custodian. A Ski Resort in Vermont uses sheep and goats instead of machinery for landscaping. A North Carolina company grows cruelty-free leather using cow skin cells and plant fibers. John Bon Jovi's community restaurant provides free meals to furloughed federal workers and promotes a pay-it-forward dining model.
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The Jack-o-Lantern Whopper AND Halloween Advent Calendars?
Oct 22, 2025Topics include the introduction of Halloween advent calendars starting from 13 nights of fright and various Halloween-themed products and promotions. Burger King offers a 'Monster Menu' with items like the Jack-o-Lantern Whopper, vampire nuggets, and mummy mozzarella fries. Chuck E. Cheese is reviving their Halloween celebration with special menu items and costume rewards. Aldi's is promoting festive pet pajamas and Halloween dog treats. Finally, a legal ruling decided that Reese's did not deceive consumers with their Halloween-themed packaging, despite plain-looking unwrapped candies.
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The Top Dog Names of 2025
Oct 21, 2025In this episode, Johnny Mac covers five uplifting stories: 1) Chewy's list of the top 400 dog names for 2025, highlighting the top 10 names; 2) Kim's initiative to knit goods for a NICU during the pandemic, aiding families in a meaningful way; 3) A remarkable coincidence where two cousins from opposite sides of the ocean met at their ancestor's grave without planning; 4) An unusual incident where a truck spilled hot dogs across a Pennsylvania road, creating a slippery mess; and 5) The creation of a new portrait called the 'Algorithm King' by a robot artist named Ada, who is pioneering AI's role in art.
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Songs to add to your Halloween Playlist
Oct 20, 2025Fanta offers limited edition Halloween-themed cans featuring characters like Chucky, Freddy Fasbe, Michael Meyers, and The Grabber.
Heidi Klum, renowned for her elaborate costumes, provides a preview of her 2023 Halloween costume.
Gator Land in Orlando hosts its annual Gators, Ghosts, and Goblins event with various haunted attractions.
Pittsburgh introduces the Steel City Spooky Market with Halloween-themed stands.
owa Public Radio recommends a diverse Halloween music playlist beyond the usual hits. These stories add excitement and fun to the Halloween season across different locations.
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Finding Mr. Christmas
Oct 19, 2025Lego Christmas sets for 2025, including a giant family Christmas tree, a Star Wars-themed gingerbread AT-AT, and various other festive products. The story then shifts to the Christmas Angels initiative started by Christie and Shannon Barton, which has been helping families in need since 2001. They raised $15,000 last year to support over 35 families. There is also an update on a likely shortage of artificial Christmas trees due to tariffs, with industry experts advising early purchases.
Finally, the Hallmark Channel is introducing a new season of 'Finding Mr. Christmas,' which features ten contestants, including former NFL player Jake Schum, competing...
A self-driving Waymo car is pulled over for making an illegal U-turn
Oct 18, 20251) Amelia from Philadelphia becomes the first American to win gold in the Cheese Monger Olympics in France. 2) Rico, a dog rescued from a Portuguese pound, now helps track lost pets and animals in England. 3) Marcus, a 12-year-old, returns a 60th home run baseball to Seattle Mariners’ Cal Raleigh in exchange for signed memorabilia and experiences. 4) Tom opens a Bozo the Clown museum, fulfilling a lifelong passion dating back to 1969. 5) In California, a self-driving Waymo car is pulled over for making an illegal U-turn, highlighting challenges in ticketing autonomous vehicles.
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Survey Says grown-ups want Adult-o-ween
Oct 17, 2025Grace Goul, a quarter-finalist in the Face of Halloween 2025 competition, is competing to raise funds for the Starlight Children's Foundation. Philadelphia hosts multiple dog costume contests benefiting local animal shelters, while Cincinnati's Corgi Palooza gathers dog lovers for a festive event. A survey reveals that many adults prioritize celebrating Halloween just as much as children, highlighting candy preferences and costume trends. Lastly, the San Jose Sharks hockey team hosts a fun-filled Halloween party with creative costumes.
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Butterfly's Broken Wing Repaired PLUS The World's Tallest Donkey
Oct 16, 2025Johnny Mac presents five uplifting news stories. A butterfly with a broken wing undergoes a successful emergency wing transplant at Sweet Briar Nature Center. An antique dealer in Scotland finds a stained glass window potentially tied to King Robert from the 1300s. A man discovers a 190-million-year-old fossil inside a rock on a beach. A jaguar is rescued from a Brazilian river after being shot and is now recovering. Lastly, Dynamic Derek, the world's tallest donkey, and Bamboo, with the longest ears, reside at Radcliffe Donkey Sanctuary.
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Good News - it's The Favorite Halloween Candy in each state
Oct 15, 2025Johnny Mac presents five feel-good Halloween stories. He starts by discussing popular Halloween candies in various states, highlighting favorites like Candy Corn in Mississippi and Reese's in Nevada. He then mentions that Count von Count from Sesame Street will be making an appearance at Sesame Place for Halloween festivities, including a not-too-scary maze. Mack also talks about the Factory of Terror in Canton, one of the largest indoor haunted houses. For those not into haunted houses, Starbucks offers a variety of collectible Halloween drinkware. Finally, Mack humorously reviews knockoff Halloween costumes, emphasizing their legally distinct nature from famous characters.
Good News for Red Solo Cups and hikers who like ice cream
Oct 14, 2025An engineering student named Lauren founded New Normal Collective to turn discarded red solo cups into soft sweaters and beanies; the Red Dress Project, a 14-year endeavor featuring embroidery by 380 people from 51 countries, will be recognized by Guinness World Records; a conservation project secured 22,000 acres of land and a road in Montana, enhancing public access; German tourists Gina and Marina treated their safari driver to his first safari experience in South Africa; and a mysterious man in an ice cream cone costume delighted hikers on Huron Peak by handing out frozen treats over Labor Day weekend.
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This Year's Hallmark Christmas Movies
Oct 12, 2025A preview of Hallmark Channel's Christmas programming starting October 17th. Highlights include new movies and TV shows like 'A Royal Montana Christmas,' 'Holiday Touchdown: A Bill's Love Story,' and 'Baked With Love Holiday.' Brad Paisley and Dolly Parton contribute special Christmas music and products. Adas, a philanthropist, recreates a shoebox gifting initiative from his childhood for children in poverty. Camden Town, Missouri, introduces a 'Reverse Christmas Parade' on December 5th, with stationary floats and drive-thru format.
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Good News if you wanted to paint stripes on cows
Oct 11, 2025Johnny Mac shares five uplifting stories. A golden retriever named Cruiser finds a missing dementia patient and earns a burger reward. Vilnius, Lithuania, launches a solar-powered electric ferry. Australian researchers test bite-resistant wetsuit materials to protect against shark attacks. A Michigan farm dedicates a corn maze to Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown. Lastly, quirky IgNoble Prize awards highlight painting zebra stripes on cows to deter flies and lizard pizza topping preferences.
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Good News they banned those horrible loud gas leaf blowers
Oct 09, 2025Johnny Mac shares five good news stories. In Cape May, New Jersey, police are investigating the theft of a Humpty Dumpty statue from a miniature golf course. Egyptian wrestler Cobana impressively pulled a 700-ton ship with his teeth and then two ships weighing a total of 1,150 tons, showcasing his incredible strength. Zurich residents voted to ban gas-powered leaf blowers due to noise pollution. Scientists discovered marine life thriving on unexploded Nazi torpedoes, including fish, crabs, jellyfish, and adventurous starfishes. Finally, officials in Austria successfully tranquilized and tagged Emil the elk, who had wandered from Poland or the Czech Republic, and...
Duration: 00:03:50Good News - This is the most popular Halloween candy in the USA
Oct 08, 2025In this Halloween-themed segment, Johnny Mac shares five uplifting Halloween stories. He starts by revealing that Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are the most popular Halloween candy in the U.S. according to Instacart data for 2024. He highlights a costume swap event at the Richmond Free Library in Vermont, and discusses the Naples Zoo's 'Boo at the Zoo' event, which will feature costume characters and trick-or-treating for kids. The segment also includes a mention of a LEGO Halloween wreath kit and a humorous rundown of knockoff Halloween costumes such as 'pubescent frog of Silent War.' Mack teases upcoming good news...
Duration: 00:04:52Good News for a Swan on the Tracks
Oct 07, 2025The first Tram Driver World Cup saw Vienna winning against 25 international teams, with Poland and Norway securing second and third places, respectively. Three Scottish brothers, Euan, Jamie, and Lachlan, achieved a record by rowing unsupported across the Pacific Ocean. A new app called Tabi, developed by sylvester.ai, helps cat owners detect if their cats are in pain by analyzing facial cues. Comedian Marc Maron is featured in 'Anxiety Club,' a documentary exploring anxiety in the comedy scene. Lastly, a commuter documented a swan on the train tracks in the UK, highlighting a common issue that now requires railway...
Duration: 00:03:55Christmas Tree Lane to return despite Altadena L.A. wildfires
Oct 05, 2025Hallmark's movie 'The More the Merrier' stars heart transplant recipient Mackenzie and athlete DeMar Hamlin; Tricia Yearwood's holiday album 'Christmas Time' and tour; the Commemorative Air Force's '12 Planes of Christmas' fundraiser spotlighting WWII aircraft; the Doctor Who Christmas audio drama 'Lioness in Winter'; and the revival of the Christmas Tree Lane tradition in Altadena after devastating fires. Each story highlights resilience, festive spirit, and community efforts during the holiday season.
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Good News if you like a big pizza party
Oct 04, 2025Stories include a cheating scandal at the World Stone Skimming Championships in Scotland, research showing chimpanzees consume the equivalent of two alcoholic drinks daily from fermented fruit, New York City turning food waste into compost at the Staten Island facility, Tufts University offering free tuition for US families earning less than $150,000 starting in 2026, and a new Guinness World Record for the largest pizza party held in New Haven with 4,525 participants.
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This Year's Top Christmas Toys
Oct 03, 2025The New York Post highlights this year's hot toys, including Hasbro Connect Four Frenzy and American Girl's Truly Me Doll. A new movie, 'A Wisconsin Christmas Pie,' featuring Katie Laki and Ryan Carns, is set to release on October 9th. Rock band Striper is releasing a new Christmas album titled 'The Greatest Gift of All' on November 21st. In the UK, Buckingham Palace will host a Christmas pop-up store offering royal-themed gifts and treats from November 14th through January 5th. Lastly, a woman named Cassie enjoys keeping her Christmas decorations up year-round, celebrating the magic and joy it brings.<...
Duration: 00:04:44No so good news - A Squirrel Terrorizes San Franciso Neighborhood
Oct 02, 2025Johnny Mack from Callaro Shark Media shares five good news stories. An Australian teacher was proposed to in a unique way with a 'Marry Me' message spelled out in a canola field by her farmer fiancé. A Maine family farm won a national award for the best corn maze for the fourth year in a row. A Virginia orchard set a Guinness World Record for the heaviest peach at 1.83 pounds. The IG Nobel Prizes were awarded for humorous and thought-provoking research. Lastly, San Francisco Bay Area residents are warned about an aggressive squirrel that has attacked multiple people.
5 Good News Halloween Stories - Til Death Do Us Part Group Wedding Ceremony
Oct 01, 2025Johnny Mac, the host of Five Good News Stories, introduces a Halloween-themed edition featuring five heartwarming and interesting stories. These include an annual themed group wedding ceremony in Osceola, Halloween Wars on the Food Network with contestant Willie Ts, The Community Access Project for Eureka's Halloween costume drive for children in need, Spirit Halloween's 2025 costume trends, and a humorous look at knockoff Halloween costumes. Johnny plans to continue sharing good news Halloween stories weekly through October, similar to his Christmas stories series.
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Good News - King Charles meets the World's Oldest Person (116)
Sep 30, 2025King Charles met 116-year-old Ethel, the oldest living person and last surviving subject of Edward II, reminiscing about her youth. In Ohio, Sister Renee celebrated her 105th birthday playing golf despite being legally blind. New Jersey's Yogi Berra Museum set a Guinness World Record with 2,358 people playing catch. In Pennsylvania, an animal rescue installed a 24/7 microchip scanner to reunite lost pets with their owners. Lastly, a crab was spotted on a first-class seat on a London train, later released into a local pond.
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Big Elf On The Shelf News
Sep 28, 2025Johnny Mac discusses the early arrival of Christmas decorations at Costco, sparking mixed reactions. He highlights Jasper City's plans to add drones to their annual 'Christmas in the Park' event, emphasizing community enhancement. The Elf on the Shelf Company is launching a new 2D adventure video game for the Nintendo Switch on October 17, celebrating their 20th anniversary. Collectors are eagerly seeking Tim Burton's 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'-themed drinkware at Starbucks. Additionally, Mack notes the early start of Christmas celebrations in the Philippines, known for their extended festive season starting in September.
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Good News about The Ring and Run Slug. Well, "run" is doing a lot of work here.
Sep 27, 2025First, 8-year-old William is reunited with his stuffed animal thanks to the efforts of a Wyoming sheriff. In another story, a cat named Zena is found 900 miles away from home in a North Carolina shelter and reunited with her owners. Christian sets a world record for running 100 meters backward in high heels, among other quirky records. A nurse in Kentucky rescues a raccoon that got drunk on fermented peaches in a dumpster. Finally, in Bavaria, Germany, police solve the mystery of a doorbell ringer, which turns out to be a slug.
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Please don't bring your alligator into our store
Sep 25, 2025A mistaken discovery of what was thought to be an ancient Roman bath turned out to be 1970s patio slabs, the Australian marsupial 'erta' increasing its range and moving from endangered to least concern status, David breaking his own Guinness World Record for the most table tennis balls bounced with his mouth in 30 seconds, a Pennsylvania man facing a ban on his emotional support alligator at Walmart, and the tradition of 'fantasy coffins' in Ghana that celebrate life through creative coffin designs.
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How many pairs of underwear can YOU wear at once?
Sep 23, 2025Johnny Mac shares five inspiring news stories. First, a Florida woman heroically saves her dog from an alligator by punching it. Second, a gathering of people named Ryan tries to set a Guinness World Record at Rytober Fest but results are not yet clear. Third, retired baseball player Anthony Rizzo enjoys a day at Wrigley Field with Eddie Vetter and Cindy Crawford while wearing a special jersey. Fourth, a motorcyclist in Saudi Arabia sets a world record by performing a nearly 1000-foot wheelie while holding the handlebar in his mouth. Lastly, an influencer named Giant Xander aims to set a...
Duration: 00:04:24Christmas In September
Sep 21, 2025Johnny Mac shares five uplifting Christmas stories. First, a shelter in Kinston celebrated Christmas in September, providing presents and meals to residents. Next, a nursery selling Christmas trees early highlights the joy these trees bring. The Jonas Brothers star in a new holiday movie, 'A Very Jonas Christmas,' premiering November 14 on Disney+. Kate Middleton will host the annual 'Together at Christmas' concert at Westminster Abbey. Lastly, Spirit Halloween introduces Spirit Christmas stores in several locations. Listeners are encouraged to follow the podcast for more feel-good stories.
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Good News about an M&M spill on local highway, host abandons podcast
Sep 20, 2025A painting looted by the Nazis during World War II has been recovered in Argentina.
The wreck of a ghost ship, the FJ King, has been found off Wisconsin's coast after decades.
A 29-year-old woman completed a cross-country journey on a skateboard to honor her late stepfather and raise money for spinal cord research.
A Canadian man became the first to receive a vision-restoring tooth-in-eye
John shares a lighthearted story about thousands of M&M bags spilling onto a New Jersey highway, with no injuries reported
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Good News about Mom's "Toy Story" surprise for son PLUS Dog Holidays!
Sep 18, 2025A mom surprises her college-bound son with a hallway filled with his childhood toys, inspired by Toy Story; a lab mix named Raider becomes the first morale dog on an active-duty Navy ship; SIP of Hope coffee shop donates all its proceeds to suicide prevention and mental health education; Doogie Sand Tiger sets a Guinness World Record with 3,569 pairs of Crocs; and a humorous rundown of 49 unofficial dog-related holidays.
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America's Favorite Made Up Holidays
Sep 16, 2025A humorous look at various non-religious holidays in America, a black bear caught stealing sunflower seeds in Massachusetts, a postcard delivered 72 years late, a world record for most baked beans eaten with a toothpick, and a college football team boosted by a cat mascot.
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Good News about An Orange Shark?
Sep 14, 2025Fishermen in Costa Rica caught and released a rare orange nurse shark, a sight never recorded before. In another story, a jacket found in a local charity shop contained a mysterious note in Chinese, possibly a boyfriend spell. In South Carolina, a sailboat mysteriously washed ashore, its circumstances yet to be explained. Meanwhile, in a Chicago suburb, firefighters successfully rescued a runaway ball python named Lucius from a commuter train control box. Lastly, an otter pup named Mingo was found snoring peacefully in the flamingo habitat at a zoo in England, baffling the staff.
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Good News about Free Highway Corn! Not roadside, road-on!
Sep 13, 2025Topps released a unique baseball card featuring a squirrel that interrupted a Yankees vs. Red Sox game. David 'Record Breaker' Rush set a new Guinness World Record for most wet sponges thrown to the face in a minute, with 96 hits, together with Jonathan 'Hollywood' Hannon. Groundbreaking research from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities shows progress in spinal cord injury recovery using 3D printing and stem cells. A decades-old time capsule, intended to be opened in 2017, was found by custodians at Smithtown West High School, containing nostalgic items. Lastly, a truck spilled sweet corn on Highway 69, and undamaged corn was...
Duration: 00:05:02Good News for a Toucan stuck.....behind a dishwasher?
Sep 11, 2025Divers off Vancouver Island had a humorous encounter with a giant Pacific Octopus that took a selfie with their camera. A study in England shows that nitrate-rich beetroot juice may help lower blood pressure in older adults. Frefighters rescued a pet toucan named Chester after it got stuck behind a dishwasher. Guinness is celebrating its 70th anniversary by challenging the public to attempt 70 unclaimed world records. Lastly, the nonprofit 'Longer Tables' created a mile-long table to promote community and shared meals, highlighting their mission to foster connection and belonging.
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40,000 pounds of rib-eye steak burns as Vegan Firefighter helps
Sep 09, 2025Ethel Caterham became the world's oldest living person at 116 and her life advice; a promising treatment for head and neck cancers in cats that may benefit humans; the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge in Australia showcasing solar-powered cars; a couple in Mexico setting records for the largest stir fry and frying pan; and the humorous incident of a vegan firefighter’s first call involving a tractor trailer fire carrying 40,000 pounds of ribeye steak.
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Good news, MORE Mosquitos! Wait, what?
Sep 07, 2025Scientists in Hawaii are using non-biting mosquitoes to control the mosquito population; James is attempting to circumnavigate the globe via land, air, and sea, having previously circumnavigated with a gyrocopter and bicycle; Eric "Shake" James organizes an annual bike giveaway in Milwaukee to provide bikes to underserved communities; a six-week-old kitten named Yogi was safely rescued after getting its head stuck in a brick; and traffic in Washington state was halted by a herd of escaped bison, which were safely returned to their owner.
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Good News about Why wolves hate Scarlet Johansson
Sep 04, 2025Farmers in Yellowstone deter wolves using Scarlett Johansson's voice, resulting in fewer livestock attacks. In Vermont, Patrick refurbishes payphones for a community with poor cell service, offering free phone use. Scientists in South Korea develop a temporary tattoo to detect the drug GHB, preventing drink spiking. In the Philippines, the Playfair Arcade installs the world's largest claw machine, achieving a Guinness World Record. Lastly, in Britain, firefighters rescue four cows trapped in quicksand.
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Wallet found in car engine 11 years later!
Sep 02, 2025A mechanic found a wallet lost 11 years ago in a car, and reunited it with its owner. A book checked out 82 years ago was returned to the San Antonio Public Library. In Chicago, a sheep escaped a slaughterhouse and found its way to safety. Coca-Cola memorabilia collector Debbie recaptured her Guinness World Record with 5,623 items. Lastly, a snake catcher in Australia safely relocated a brown tree snake found in a model train set.
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Good News about The Cat that Steals Underwear
Aug 31, 2025A mischievous kitten, steals various items from his neighborhood, mainly on Sundays. Second, a wallaby caused an international incident by crossing from Belgium to France. Third, scientists suggest that caffeine might reduce the risk of Parkinson's disease and have other health benefits. Fourth, the annual Chicago Ducky Derby fundraiser for the Special Olympics involved 82,000 rubber ducks racing down the Chicago River. Lastly, a woman who lost her rings on a beach in Cape May, New Jersey, got them back thanks to social media and a family playing in the sand.
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40 year old man gets stuck in tube slide
Aug 28, 2025A man places humorous signs around his town to bring joy. In another story, eight ponies escaped from a stable in Massachusetts and were safely returned by the police. Thirdly, Dean set a Guinness record by riding 55 roller coasters in one week. In Connecticut, a 40-year-old man was rescued after getting stuck in a tube slide at a playground. Lastly, in Australia, a surfer narrowly avoided a shark bite that destroyed his surfboard but left him unharmed.
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Pearl, the World's Oldest Chicken
Aug 26, 2025In Ecuador, a puppy named Aldo works as an emotional support dog at a dentist office, comforting children. Meanwhile, Starbucks in South Korea has banned the use of desktop computers and other large equipment in their cafes. In Pennsylvania, an alligator was found in a lake and will be relocated to a sanctuary. A 4-year-old child accidentally called 911 to chat about sports, leading to a friendly police visit. Lastly, Pearl the chicken has been named the oldest chicken in the world at 14 years and 69 days old.
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The strawberry ice cream eating Fuzzy The Bear
Aug 24, 2025Sharks equipped with sensors can help predict hurricanes. Sienna, a shelter dog, intuitively detected a man's seizure and found a forever home. In another story, volunteers escort ducks to the town center every evening. A 12-year-old boy named Jace fulfilled his dream of playing football with the Carolina Panthers through the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Finally, a bear named Fuzzy was caught enjoying strawberry ice cream in an ice cream shop, causing minimal damage.
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Ozzy the Rhino and the 100 Mile Parrot
Aug 21, 2025A southern white rhinoceros named Ozzy was born at Safari West. Two Australians started Orange Sky, a mobile laundry service for the homeless, now a global initiative. In Indiana, a sunflower named Clover unofficially broke the world height record. In Pittsburgh, a man and a mysterious pit bull saved two unconscious people. Lastly, a 7-year-old Alexandrine parakeet named Rambi was found 100 miles from home after going missing.
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Humpback Whales - they're pretty cool dudes
Aug 19, 2025Johnny Mac shares five uplifting news stories: an underwater photographer's close encounters with humpback whales, a dog surviving Texas floods by hiding in a washing machine, a 13-year-old message in a bottle reconnecting Anita and Brad with people in Ireland, a 1720 Lebanese cedar nominated for the UK's Tree of the Year for its cultural significance, and Jerry's Cafe in Arlington Heights, which employs adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Mice Performing CPR
Aug 17, 202500:00 Introduction and Dolphin Rescue
01:17 Prom Night Kidney Donation
02:16 Eagle Watchers' Delight
02:41 Curing Childhood Blindness
03:05 Mice Performing CPR
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The $87,840 Cheeto
Aug 14, 2025In this episode, Johnny Mack shares five heartwarming and intriguing stories. We learn about the world's oldest llama, White Top Deron, who comforts children with chronic illnesses at North Carolina's Victory Junction Camp. A New Zealand military chaplain reunites a fallen sergeant's lost medals with his family. In the Czech Republic, a record-breaking 2,461 participants take part in a polar bear dip. A Burger King in local honors a late regular by engraving his name on his favorite chair. Lastly, a Cheeto shaped like the Pokémon Charizard is auctioned for an astounding $87,840.
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The Vegetable Orchestra and Seinfeld Night
Aug 12, 202500:00 Introduction and First Story: The 20-Foot Python
01:02 Second Story: The Generous Seat Swap
01:52 Third Story: Antelope Reintroduction in Kenya
02:30 Fourth Story: The Vegetable Orchestra
03:19 Fifth Story: Seinfeld Night at the Brooklyn Cyclones Game
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Pig Adventures
Aug 10, 202500:11 Heartwarming Graduation Surprise
00:40 Runaway Pig Adventure
01:09 Record-Breaking Domino Tower
01:45 Anniversary Gift in a Wheat Field
02:30 Wisdom Teeth Stem Cell Discovery
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Unwanted Amazon Packages
Aug 07, 202500:11 Good News for Older Dogs
00:57 Discovery of New Frog Species
02:10 World Record for Jigsaw Puzzles
03:23 Famous Retired Japanese Racehorse
04:07 Unwanted Amazon Packages
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The Secret Message on the Toilet Paper Roll
Aug 05, 202500:52 Pirate Attack and Historical Context
01:33 Coral Spawning Success in the Maldives
02:00 Loose Peacocks in Pennsylvania
02:41 Philadelphia Phillies' New Mascot
03:36 Hidden Message Found During Renovation
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Heartwarming Efforts by The Lost Stuffy Project
Aug 03, 202500:11 Heartwarming Efforts by The Lost Stuffy Project
01:45 Plants Communicate Under Stress
02:31 Lost Dog Rescued in Alaskan Wilderness
03:23 World's Most Expensive Cheese Auctioned
04:03 Blueberry Spill Causes Traffic Jam
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Don’t Drive Over Spilt Milk
Jul 31, 2025A toad survives a supermarket ordeal and is taken to a wildlife care center after a mom finds it in her vegetables. A $50 garage sale painting is verified as a Van Gogh, potentially worth $15 million. Firefighters save a house from a devastating fire and leave a touching letter for the homeowner. A lost GoPro is found underwater after eight months and returned to its owner with intact videos. Finally, a truck spills 4,000 gallons of milk on an interstate, causing a humorous cleanup effort.
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A shihtzu walks into a bar...
Jul 29, 2025The episode begins with a heartwarming story of a 2-year-old shihtzu named Rex, who found a new home in a bar after his owner passed away. Next,a study from Nature Aging, indicating that age-related declines have slowed down, making 70 the new 60. He then covers a cancer study on firefighters who battled the Palisades fire, exploring their increased risk of cancer from hazardous substances. The episode also highlights the Homeless Memorial Blanket project, where volunteers created a giant quilt to honor homeless people who died in the cold. Finally, Mack shares a list of inappropriate calls made to Wales' 999 emergency...
Duration: 00:05:02Why did a stranger pay a dad's breakfast bill?
Jul 27, 2025The episode features a touching act of kindness where a stranger pays for a father's family breakfast; a woman uncovering a creepy hidden book under her floorboards; Caltech's development of a new class of matter with potential applications in robotics and biomedicine; NASA's significant findings from asteroid Benu, revealing organic compounds crucial for life; and an innovative project where scientists use knitted hats on cats to study feline brain activity related to pain.
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What was in the World's Largest Time Capsule?
Jul 24, 2025In this episode, Johnny Mac shares five heartwarming stories: the opening of the world's largest time capsule from 1975 in Nebraska, the recapture of a runaway wallaby in New York, a bullied teenager escorted to prom by over a thousand motorcycle riders, a Danish family's bond with a wild Eurasian crow, and a man incorporating his father's ashes into his guitar fretboard. These stories highlight cherished memories, unexpected reunions, acts of kindness, and special family bonds.
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Man rescued from a glacier crevasse thanks to.... a chihuahua
Jul 22, 2025This episode features a Scottish schoolgirl receiving a reply to her message in a bottle after 30 years, a Dutch sport that combines pole vaulting and long jump, a toxic crop fungus showing potential as a leukemia treatment, the discovery of the HMS Endeavor wreck, and a man being rescued from a glacier crevasse thanks to his chihuahua. Tune in for these uplifting and remarkable stories.
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Taylor Swift's touching visit to Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital
Jul 20, 2025Taylor Swift's touching visit to Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital, a humorous incident of a duck caught speeding in Germany, a Chinese hotel ending its unusual red panda wake-up call service, a Kentucky woman discovering an $80,000 lottery ticket in the trash, and a currency conversion error in Norway that led 47,000 people to believe they had won the lottery. Despite one story's disappointing twist, the episode is filled with heartwarming and amusing updates.
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TSA says keep your shoes on BUT Actual Snakes On A Plane
Jul 17, 2025The TSA is allowing passengers to keep their shoes on, a 21-year-old man's incredible skateboarding journey from England to Africa, a breakthrough in Parkinson's disease research by the University of Sydney, Maria's Guinness World Record for the largest egg cup collection, and an incident in Australia where a two-foot green tree snake delayed a flight. Each story highlights acts of determination, scientific progress, and unique achievements, providing a dose of good news to brighten your day.
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Cheese Spill, Emu Adventure, Ancient Sword, T-Rex Races, and Bunker Living
Jul 15, 2025First, a mozzarella cheese spill on a Pennsylvania interstate causes a quirky traffic incident. Next, a pair of emus escape in Minnesota but are quickly found. A remarkably preserved 1,000-year-old sword is displayed at a museum. The annual T-Rex World Championship Races sees 300 participants in inflatable dinosaur costumes, some even skydiving. Lastly, a woman finds an affordable underground bunker to live in California, providing a unique housing story.
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International McDonald's Items Come to USA. Curly Fries!
Jul 13, 2025The arrival of curly fries at McDonald's in Chicago, two bears escaping and safely returning to their enclosure in a British wildlife park, a spider monkey causing a stir at a Mexican office, a Staten Island bodega owner rewarding children for good grades, and a photographer capturing rare footage of red foxes.
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Sir Hissalot snakes away
Jul 10, 2025A 1938 Virginia Tech class ring discovered in a Starbucks parking lot is returned to the owner's granddaughter. In Iowa, a 9-foot python named Sir Hissalott is rehomed in Illinois. French Polynesia creates the world's largest marine protected area. Scientists create the world's smallest violin using nanotechnology. In a humorous twist, around 60 cows, calves, and bulls are found loose in California, with locals encouraged to report any additional sightings.
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Panda Monium
Jul 08, 2025A 12-year-old's panda-themed Lego creation winning a competition, the discovery of a historical mourning ring by Malcolm, the scientific quest to understand tickling, a bear taking a nap in a Florida backyard, and a runaway sheep in Milwaukee.
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This Bear has better insurance than me!
Jul 06, 2025A porcupine stowed away on a wrecked plane in British Columbia, humanoid robots playing soccer in China, an Alaska brown bear in Minnesota getting a metal tooth crown, a rivalry between historic restaurants in Madrid, and an 11-year-old girl in Florida finding a message in a bottle that traveled from Hawaii.
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Chickens in Diapers at a Cathedral with the German President
Jul 03, 2025Highlights include a controversial art show in Germany featuring chickens in diapers, a New Zealand flag exhibit that sparked debate, a couple's epic 11-month adventure down the Pan-American Highway, a hungry wild elephant causing minor chaos in a grocery store in Thailand, and a 14-year-old boy being rewarded for his honesty after returning a lost wallet containing $300. Some stories are funny, some controversial, and all are worth listening to!
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We found your mongoose at the brewery, where else would it be?
Jul 01, 2025Highlights include a controversial art show in Germany featuring chickens in diapers, a New Zealand flag exhibit that sparked debate, a couple's epic 11-month adventure down the Pan-American Highway, a hungry wild elephant causing minor chaos in a grocery store in Thailand, and a 14-year-old boy being rewarded for his honesty after returning a lost wallet containing $300. Some stories are funny, some controversial, and all are worth listening to!
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Heartwarming Pet Grave Discovery
Jun 29, 2025Sienna, a shelter dog, uses her intuition to alert a man about a medical emergency at an adoption event, potentially saving his life. In the UK, zoos will soon be required to provide more space for animals. Mike generously donates a kidney to his neighbor, Jacob, enabling him to live a dialysis-free life. Joshua, a musician from Trinidad and Tobago, breaks the Guinness World Record by playing the steel pan for 31 continuous hours. Lastly, homeowner Crystal discovers a pet grave in her backyard, touching the hearts of many when she shares the story and photos of the beloved pet on...
Duration: 00:04:38Chicken Walks into Buffalo Wild Wings
Jun 26, 2025Highlights include a chicken wandering into a Buffalo Wild Wings and being rescued, Pittsburgh International Airport staff recovering a lost engagement ring from a baggage carousel, Michigan wildlife experts freeing a bear from a plastic lid after two years, a mysterious dome-shaped object found in Indianapolis, and unusual lost items on Megabus, such as hay bales and a frozen turkey.
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Is a Costco Card REAL ID?
Jun 24, 2025Uplifting stories including a contender for the world's smallest dog, a Sun bear's miraculous recovery from cancer, the recovery of a WWII Canadian naval vessel's bell, and a bear caught on camera stealing in New Hampshire. Johnny Mac also humorously clarifies that Costco cards cannot be used as Real ID.
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135 Year Old Tortoise is a father for the first time!
Jun 22, 2025Highlights include Goliath, a 135-year-old Galapagos tortoise, becoming a father for the first time; unique vegetable likenesses of celebrities at the Lambeth Country Show; the first video of a live Azis Antarctica squid filmed at 6,000 feet; the discovery and $7 million auction of a 1666 painting found in a barn attic; and a humorous misadventure involving hikers in the Adirondacks who mistakenly reported their friend dead while under the influence of hallucinogenic mushrooms.
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Cockatoos master public water fountain drinking
Jun 19, 2025
00:10 Epic Solo Rowing Challenge
01:19 Innovative Ice Preservation
01:48 Cockatoos' Clever Water Fountain Trick
03:03 Seawater-Degradable Plastic Breakthrough
03:39 Bee Truck Accident in Washington
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The Hilarious Zebra Escape
Jun 17, 2025In this episode, host Johnny Mac shares five uplifting stories. These include the captivating tale of a zebra named Zeke that went on the run in Tennessee, only to be dramatically captured after eight days of adventure. The episode also features a man who journeyed a thousand miles to satisfy his pregnant sister-in-law's craving for sausage rolls, and a circus performer who set a new world record for hair hanging. Additionally, John celebrates the 100th birthday of twins Bill and Jack, and details a quirky annual event in Minneapolis involving the sharpening of a gigantic pencil.
00:18 The Hilarious Ze...
A 75 Year Old Message In A Bottle
Jun 15, 2025Johnny Mac shares five uplifting news stories from around the world. In Poland, a love letter from 1959 was discovered by two boys, sparking a search for its origins. In Texas, a prom was organized for a high school senior recovering from back surgery. Zookeepers successfully hand-reared an endangered northern rockhopper penguin chick named Noisy. In North Carolina, Marine rescuers cleared over 1.5 pounds of barnacles from a stranded green sea turtle. Lastly, in Norway, a man woke up to find a cargo ship had run aground in his yard, narrowly missing his house. The episode also includes information on how to...
Duration: 00:04:52Pigeon Fest
Jun 12, 2025In this episode, Johnny Mac brings you five heartwarming and intriguing stories. First, he highlights Pigeon Fest in New York City, a unique event celebrating National Pigeon Appreciation Day with art exhibitions, a pigeon impersonation pageant, and more. Then, he discusses the success of eradicating invasive bullfrogs in Yosemite National Park to save the native Northwest pond turtle. The show also features a groundbreaking bladder and kidney transplant success, a Miami business recycling thousands of sneakers to keep them out of landfills, and the miraculous survival of a cow swept away by floodwaters in Australia. Additionally, Johnny promotes another podcast...
Duration: 00:05:18The Naked 5K
Jun 10, 2025Johnny Mac shares five uplifting news stories. Kendra, a paddle boarder, befriends a manatee named Paddle, and Paul offers a listening ear across Canada with his 'I Will Listen' tour. Abel Foil breaks the world record for balancing 96 spoons on his body. Geologists uncover the vertebrae of a giant prehistoric marine lizard in Mississippi. Finally, the Carolina Foothills Resort in South Carolina hosts a unique 5K run at their nudist resort.
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Jet Airbnb, Rubik's Cube Robot, and Cat Quinceañera
Jun 08, 2025Johnny Mac shares five uplifting news stories. A man converts a 1970s private jet into an Airbnb in Wales. Purdue students create a robot that solves a Rubik's Cube in just 0.103 seconds. Jennifer discovers the only known prototype of the first Chinese typewriter in her basement, which is acquired by Stanford University. A cat named Holly Marie Gonzalez celebrates a quinceañera, helping to raise funds for an animal rescue shelter. Lastly, Oklahoma City police deal with an escaped cow causing a traffic delay on Interstate 40.
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Hormonal Hawk Attacks Bald Men
Jun 05, 2025Johnny Mac shares quirky and intriguing stories. He reports on a hormonal hawk named Jesse terrorizing bald men in the UK, the mental health benefits of growing and sharing seeds, self-repairing road materials, and biodegradable batteries. Additionally, he covers a global chess game where Magnus Carlson was forced to a draw by over 143 participants. For uninterrupted listening visit www.caloroga.com/plus
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There's a Snake in my Margarita!
Jun 03, 2025Johnny Mac shares five uplifting news stories. Matt trekked 53 miles dressed as a giant Eurasian Curlew to raise awareness for endangered species. Liesl set a Guinness World Record with her 1,035-piece Despicable Me Minions collection. A Florida woman protected her Chihuahua from a bear using a bag of cookies. An overturned truck in Texas spilled 8 million dimes, and a snake fell into a woman's margarita at a Virginia restaurant.
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Woodpecker Attacks Cars!
Jun 01, 2025A Massachusetts town deals with a woodpecker damaging vehicles. Teachers Grace and Kate from Vermont embark on a 300-mile bike ride to support immigrant students and raise funds for classroom essentials. Cigarro National Park expands by nearly 50 acres, enhancing connectivity with Sweetwater Preserve. A letter from a Titanic passenger, auctioned for $399,000, offers a historical glimpse days before the disaster. Lastly, a new technology in San Francisco enables proof of personhood through iris scanning, raising privacy and security questions.
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You May Also Like Eastwood Reloaded (Happy Birthday Clint!)
May 31, 2025Clint Eastwood is more than a movie star—he’s a myth, a mayor, a meme, and maybe the last great American icon. In this cinematic biography told one film at a time, we break down the legend behind the lens.
From spaghetti Westerns to Oscar-winning dramas, from Dirty Harry to political oddities like debating an empty chair, Eastwood Reloaded explores how one man reshaped the silver screen—and what it cost him to become the myth.
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Unusual Escapes
May 29, 2025Johnny Mac shares five uplifting news stories: a miniature dachshund named Valerie is found after 549 days on Kangaroo Island, a boa constrictor gets a new home with an animal control officer in Texas, an Iowa museum owner breaks a Guinness World Record with her spoon collection, police in Georgia are on the hunt for an escaped goat, and a California man attempts to evade arrest using an underwater scooter.
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Another Runaway Kangaroo and a Speeding Ticket Dispute
May 27, 2025Johnny Mac presents five intriguing good news stories. These include a runaway kangaroo safely captured in Florida, a Michigan woman reunited with her lost cat after three years, a Decatur resident who avoids speeding fines due to a typo on a school zone sign, newspapers publishing fake summer reading lists due to AI errors, and a man cleared after inadvertently aiding a gold toilet heist.
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How old do you look? New app will tell you how "old" you are
May 25, 2025Johnny Mac shares five positive news stories to brighten your Memorial Day weekend. Highlights include a new AI tool called Face Age by Mass General Brigham that predicts biological age from selfies, Harvard Law School's discovery of a genuine Magna Carta, comedian Sebastian Fowler's 3,333-mile cross-country BMX ride for charity, the precision of a new atomic clock called NIST-F4, and the adventurous tale of a loose pet kangaroo named Irwin.
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Kid Orders 70,000 Lollipops
May 22, 2025Highlights include Bruno's Restaurant rising from the ashes to feed the hungry, Katarina's Club serving free meals to thousands of children, and groundbreaking AI research predicting pediatric brain tumor recurrence. Additionally, David Rush sets a record for the fastest time to stack 10 rolls of toilet paper with one hand. Lastly, a nursing home in the Netherlands benefits from a program allowing college students to live rent-free in exchange for companionship, and a boy accidentally orders 70,000 lollipops on Amazon.
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These CDs are worth thousands...do you have one?
May 20, 2025In today's episode, host Johnny Macc shares five uplifting news stories. Discover how old CDs, like rare Bruce Springsteen or Prince albums, could be worth thousands. Learn about Fresh Kills Park in New York City, which is transforming a former landfill into a lush park with 50,000 violets. Celebrate the release of 31 sea turtles back into the Atlantic Ocean. Find out about 'Happy to Talk' benches in London created by an autistic artist to combat loneliness. Lastly, get inspired by Barbara, a widow who donated $100 million to Rhode Island non-profits, funding various educational programs and scholarships.
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Man stranded on Mt. Fuji goes back to get his phone
May 18, 2025Highlights include the German Finger Wrestling Championship, where competitors risk dislocated fingers in a traditional sport; a Michigan state trooper returning $5,000 in lost cash despite the owner's suspicion; the Bronx Zoo's first king vulture chick in 30 years being hand-raised using a puppet; a climber on Mount Fuji who was rescued twice due to altitude sickness while searching for his lost phone; and two drivers in Washington caught using mannequins to illegally use carpool lanes. Enjoy these entertaining and positive stories from around the world.
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Blue Lobster (The Lost Episodes)
May 17, 2025Highlights include the birth of the first Aardvark calf at San Diego Zoo, the opening of the world's first scalable vertical strawberry farm, and groundbreaking AI technology for detecting high blood pressure via voice recordings. The episode also features a record-breaking lawnmower walk by David Rush and the rescue of a rare blue lobster, now named Bandit. Johnny concludes with his personal strawberry success story and a reminder not to balance lawnmowers on one's chin.
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The world's tallest dog meets the world's shortest dog
May 15, 2025The world's tallest dog, Reggie, meets the world's shortest dog, Pearl, showcasing gentle and loving behavior. A breakthrough antidote effectively neutralizing the venom from 19 deadly snakes is introduced, thanks to a donor with hyper immunity. In Florida, a monkey sighting causes a stir. Researchers at a Nova Scotia museum create a Lego mobility aid for an injured turtle named Root. Lastly, Cooper wins his second consecutive title at the European Seagull Screeching Championship.
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Marathon Recycled Urine to Astonishing Car Recovery
May 13, 2025First, the London Marathon's female porta-potties are used to collect urine to fertilize crops. Next, eight seals are rescued off Block Island using new surveillance cameras. In Lake Champlain, a self-sustaining population of lake trout has emerged, leading to a suspension of stocking efforts. Then, a quirky burrow race sees 70 teams competing in a six-mile course. Finally, a British man unknowingly buys back his own stolen car, revealing an impressive cloning job by the thieves.
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Heartwarming Rescues, Adventurous Spirits, and Dinosaur Discoveries
May 11, 2025Highlights include a heroic golden retriever rescuing a missing toddler, a 66-year-old grandmother embarking on an ambitious global cycling journey, and a 90-year-old Galapagos tortoise becoming a new mother. We also hear about the discovery of a new dinosaur species in Canada and a touching story of a boy's heartfelt farewell to his favorite sanitation worker.
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From Racing Great-Grandpas to Rescued Chickens (The Lost Episodes)
May 10, 2025
In this episode, Johnny Mack presents five uplifting news stories. Highlights include Eric, an 85-year-old Welsh running athlete, racing his great-grandson; the development of a pesticide-neutralizing vaccine for bees; a study suggesting that light exercise reduces dementia risk; Megan's cat winning a lottery ticket; and Oklahoma Highway Patrol rescuing chickens stranded on the highway.
00:00 Introduction to The Lost Five Good News Stories
00:32 Eric's 85th Birthday Race
00:59 Vaccine Breakthrough for Bees
01:30 Exercise and Dementia Prevention
02:41 Monkey the Cat's Lottery Win
03:08 Oklahoma Highway Patrol Rescues Chickens
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Humanoid Robot Runs Half Marathon (more slowly than me)
May 08, 2025Highlights include a Loch Ness Monster hunter's potential footage of two creatures, the rediscovery of the Asian short-clawed otter after 186 years, the protection of an old-growth forest near Detroit, the historic increase in female athletes at the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Olympics, and a humanoid robot completing a half marathon in Beijing. Each story brings a positive and uplifting message for viewers.
00:00 Introduction and Loch Ness Monster Update
01:34 Rediscovery of the Asian Short-Clawed Otter
02:06 Old Growth Forest Network's Newest Addition
02:50 2028 Los Angeles Summer Olympics Preview
03:41 Humanoid Robot Runs Half Marathon
04:24 Conclusion
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Escaped Cows, Message in a Bottle, Women Scientists, Breast Cancer Pill, Alligator Wrangling
May 06, 2025First, 25 cows parade through neighborhoods in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, after escaping from a farm during a storm, with all cows safely recaptured. Second, two brothers in The Bahamas discover a message in a bottle from 1976 written by a 14-year-old oceanography student. Third, Paris plans to add the names of women scientists to the Eiffel Tower as part of a broader equality initiative. Fourth, a new breast cancer pill developed by AstraZeneca shows promising results in clinical trials. Lastly, a Florida man known as the 'blue collar brawler' interrupts Easter dinner to wrangle an alligator, successfully containing it with a trash...
Duration: 00:03:48Wild Chimps Drink, Beer Hunts, Marathon Pickleball, and New Color
May 04, 2025Researchers from the University of Exeter recorded wild chimps sharing fermented fruit, suggesting social bonding through alcohol. In Belgium, the fifth annual beer hunt featured a prize of the winner's weight in beer. A team of pickleball enthusiasts broke the Guinness World Record by playing for 36 consecutive hours and raised $18,000 for a charity supporting organ donation. A dog named Buford helped locate a missing 2-year-old in the Arizona desert. Lastly, scientists from UC Berkeley and the University of Washington discovered a new color, Olo, a bluish-green hue with unprecedented saturation, made visible through advanced laser technology.
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Giant Penguins, Origami Tests, and More (The Lost Episodes)
May 03, 2025In this lost episode Johnny Mack shares five uplifting tales. Highlights include Pesto the oversized penguin at Sea Life Melbourne, a new origami-based test for detecting infectious diseases, a finger-counting method improving children's math skills, the approval of a nasal spray flu vaccine by the FDA, and David Rush reclaiming his chopstick-throwing world record. Despite being older stories, they bring joy and positivity.
00:00 Introduction to The Lost Five Good News Stories
00:36 Pesto the Penguin: The Viral King
02:09 Innovative Origami Paper Sensors for Disease Detection
02:38 Finger Counting Method Boosts Math Skills in Children
03:22 FDA Approves...
Dachshund Parade, Bottle Kicking and the Best Pizza is in Montreal?
May 01, 2025Johnny Mac shares five unique and positive news stories. Highlights include a Guinness World Record for the largest dachshund dog walk in Regensburg, Germany, an ancient English sport called bottle kicking, the best Neapolitan pizza winner from Montreal, collectible trading cards featuring elderly men in a Japanese community, and an extensive beach cleanup effort in New Jersey. Each story showcases community spirit and some unexpected twists, emphasizing the importance of connection and cleaning up our environment.
00:14 Largest Dachshund Parade
01:10 Traditional English Sport: Bottle Kicking
02:03 Best Naples Style Pizza in Montreal
03:07 Japanese Trading Cards Featuring Elders
Uber's Lost and Found - is that your chainsaw?
Apr 29, 2025NASA launches a $3 million competition to recycle human waste in space to ensure sustainable future missions. A dog from Utah is found over a thousand miles away in Texas after going missing and is returned home thanks to community donations. Colossal Biosciences brings back the dire wolf from extinction using gene editing and ancient DNA. A chimpanzee mother at Sedgwick County Zoo bonds with her newborn after a C-section delivery. Finally, Uber's annual Lost and Found index reveals a list of unique items left behind in ride share cars, from live turtles to Viking drinking horns.
00:00 Introduction and...
Loch Ness Monster Sighting, Donkey Escape. and a Quicksand Adventure!
Apr 27, 2025Johnny Macc shares five good things.. These include a Loch Ness Monster sighting in Scotland, a community chain in Michigan moving a bookstore one book at a time, a new Monopoly world record set in Australia, a successful search and rescue of a donkey in the United States, and a Michigan man who escapes quicksand and ends up defining his relationship. Tune in for these heartening and entertaining stories.
00:00 Loch Ness Monster Sighting
01:58 Community Bookstore Move in Michigan
02:49 World Record Monopoly Game in Australia
03:35 Rescue of Murti the Donkey
04:07 Michigan Man's Quicksand Adventure
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Titanic Relic Discovered (The Lost Episodes)
Apr 26, 2025Johnny Mac shares a collection of heartwarming and fascinating news stories. From a synchronized marriage proposal inspired by a Modest Mouse concert to the auctioning of ancient pine saplings in Sydney's Botanic Gardens, there's plenty of good news to enjoy. Additionally, listeners will hear about a bronze statue of the Greek goddess Diana found at the Titanic wreck site, a scientific analysis of Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night,’ and a London rescue shelter's efforts to find homes for older and less photogenic dogs through a special photo shoot.
00:28 A Double Proposal Surprise
01:22 Ancient Pine Trees Auctioned in Sydney<...
The Woman with the World's Longest Tongue
Apr 24, 2025A woman with the world's longest tongue going viral, a patient on Long Island being cured of sickle cell anemia, tennis star Danielle Collins rescuing animals and expanding her farm, a kangaroo escape caused by a goat in South Carolina, and an interesting case of mistaken identity involving geese in New Zealand. The episode ends with a reminder to listeners about the ad-free option for the show.
00:11 World's Longest Tongue
01:13 Breakthrough in Sickle Cell Anemia Treatment
01:56 Tennis Star's Animal Rescue Mission
02:57 Escaped Kangaroo in South Carolina
03:24 Geese Mistaken for Swimmers in Distress