5 Good News Stories : Happiness and Fun

In this episode, Johnny Mac shares five uplifting news stories: Barbie's new series of dolls representing trailblazing women athletes ahead of the 2024 Olympics, the successful conservation efforts for the once thought extinct black-footed ferrets, Samantha Saway's incredible journey of running marathons while battling breast cancer, crucial advice from Dr. Yadav on cleaning belly buttons to avoid navel stones, and Blake's heartfelt restoration of his grandfather's cherished 1954 pickup truck.   Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories’ with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show! We now have Merch!  FREE SHIPPING! Check out all the products like T-shirts, mugs, bags, jackets and more with logos and slogans from your favorite shows! Did we mention there’s free shipping? Get more info from Caloroga Shark Media and sign up for our newsletter here.

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In this episode, host Johnny Mac shares five uplifting stories. The French Postal Service releases a scratch-and-sniff stamp celebrating freshly baked bread. Thailand tackles monkey problems with clever traps. A mother learns to skateboard with her kids during the pandemic. A Blockbuster video enthusiast recreates a miniature version of the store. Lastly, an old McDonald's burger remains remarkably intact after 30 years. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love. For Apple users, hit the banner on your app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.supportingcast.fm. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories.' Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Find the link in the show notes or go to caloroga.supportingcast.fm. Join today and support the show! See the full list of shows and sign up for our newsletter for more great news from Caloroga Shark Media.

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In this episode, Johnny Mack shares five heartwarming and intriguing news stories. Chris Martin of Coldplay gives a ride to a fan with a dodgy hip on her way to a concert. Japanese beverage maker Kirin introduces an electrified spoon that enhances salty taste without added sodium. A large-scale rewilding effort relocates 2,000 white rhinos to protected African areas. 88-year-old Pete impressively surpasses his daily walking goal of 7,000 steps. Lastly, a mix-up involving a pizza, a dog, and the wrong car emphasizes the importance of not leaving key fobs in unattended vehicles. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love. For Apple users, hit the banner on your app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.supportingcast.fm. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories.' Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Go to caloroga.supportingcast.fm. Join today and support the show! See the full list of shows and sign up for our newsletter for more great news from Caloroga Shark Media.

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In this episode, host Johnny Mac shares five uplifting news stories: Max the Cat receives an honorary degree from Vermont State University, the Seva Collective Food Pantry in Santa Ana provides free groceries to those in need, 21-year-old Bailey brings joy and fitness to senior homes through boxing lessons, a rural volunteer fire department receives a $500,000 donation for new equipment, and a McDonald's fan humorously pranks the restaurant with a bizarre triple cheeseburger order. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love. For Apple users, hit the banner on your app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.supportingcast.fm. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories.' Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Find the link in the show notes or go to caloroga.supportingcast.fm. Join today and support the show!

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In this episode of '5 Good News Stories,' host Johnny Mac shares heartwarming and inspiring stories. David set a new Guinness World Record by catching and putting on five t-shirts in 46.09 seconds. A new vaccine patch shows promise in protecting kids from measles. A police dog, Mercury, heroically finds a missing 85-year-old woman. Sean Cummings raises over $83,000 to eliminate school lunch debts in honor of his late wife. Finally, Ed Dwight fulfills his dream of going to space at the age of 90, breaking the record for the oldest person in space.  Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love. For Apple users, hit the banner on your app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.supportingcast.fm. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories.' Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Find the link in the show notes or go to caloroga.supportingcast.fm. Join today and support the show!

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  Johnny Mac shares five heartwarming and intriguing news stories in this episode. He starts with a chiropractor helping a giraffe named Jerry with jaw adjustments. Next, he reveals research that shows watching sports benefits the brain. He discusses the activation of a massive CO2 vacuum in Iceland that helps combat climate change. Then, he tells the story of a Texas family turning their land into a park instead of selling it to developers. Finally, he wraps up with a humorous story about a Chinese zoo showing painted chow chow dogs as pandas. Tune in for these delightful and uplifting stories. The Giraffe and the Chiropractor: A Unique Tale The Surprising Benefits of Watching Sports Innovations in Climate Solutions: The CO2 Vacuum A Texas Family's Legacy: Turning Land into a Park Humorous Zoo Story: Pandas or Dogs? Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love. For Apple users, hit the banner on your app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.supportingcast.fm. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories.' Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Find the link in the show notes or go to caloroga.supportingcast.fm. Join today and support the show!  

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Join Johnny Mac as he shares five delightful and quirky good news stories. Highlights include the Cheeseball Man entertaining a large crowd in Union Square by eating an entire jar of cheese balls, a bison sighting in Wisconsin, a Boston Marathon runner reuniting with his wife mid-race, the unveiling of a new remote-controlled pill bot for disease detection, and a furious neighbor finally getting revenge on a parking spot thief. Chuddy wraps up the show with some humor and a call to subscribe for more fun, commercial-free content. The Legendary Cheese Ball Man of NYC Bison on the Loose in Wisconsin A Heartwarming Marathon Moment Innovations in Health: The Pill Bot Neighborhood Drama: The Parking Spot Saga  

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The first story is an amusing incident where Jax the horse playfully triggered a fire alarm, causing a brief scare at a farm in Westchester. Next, PBS Kids has enhanced accessibility by offering programs in American Sign Language, with six series including Arthur and Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood dubbed into ASL, and more tailored features for neurodiverse and visually impaired kids. The third story details how the NFL draft donated stage materials to local nonprofits like the Detroit Dog Rescue, aiding in building better facilities for animals. The fourth story offers a simple hack to keep flies out of the house using essential oils like peppermint. Lastly, the techno train event in Nuremberg, Germany, offers a unique experience with dance cars and DJs entertaining passengers on a round trip, illustrating an innovative use of public transport for entertainment.  Horseplay Causes Fire Alarm Scare PBS Kids Embraces American Sign Language NFL Draft Materials Benefit Local Nonprofits Expert Tips to Keep Flies Out of Your Home Techno Train: A Unique Party Experience  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.

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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 students and teachers to learn about life cycles and the environment, the repatriation of a stolen ancient Egyptian statue fragment of Ramses II, and a couple living off-the-grid in the Louisiana swamp, embracing a life surrounded by nature and wildlife.  The Unbelievable KFC Scented Perfume A Cat's Incredible Journey in an Amazon Box  Celebrating Earth Day with 13,000 Ladybugs Historic Repatriation of Ramses II Statue Fragment Life Off the Grid: Swamp Living with Tara and Keith 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.

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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. Centenarian Hamilton Logan takes on a 100-kilometer walk challenge in his 100th year to raise funds for the Hawks Bay rescue helicopter, reflecting on a life well-lived and the importance of giving back. Lastly, the capture and safe return of a zebra, named Z, who had escaped in western Washington, concluding with a highlight that listeners can subscribe for commercial-free episodes on the Apple Podcast app. First Class Flights for Furry Friends: Introducing Bark Air A Heartfelt Letter from Beyond: A Bride's Precious Wedding Gift A Massive Whale Rescue Operation South of Perth 100 Kilometers at 100 Years Old: Hamilton Logan's Inspiring Journey The Great Zebra Escape: A Wild Chase in Western Washington   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.

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