The Good News Podcast

Small Voting Victories 11.09.2020 4:17 ↓

Three bits of good news about this upcoming US election season.

The Gold Ticket 09.09.2020 6:34 ↓

An eccentric candy factory owner is starting a treasure hunt to find gold tickets around the country. Sounds... familiar?

Driving Rats, Repeat 07.09.2020 4:54 ↓

From the archive, good news about rats driving tiny little cars and what it teaches us about learning.

CitiCAP: A Green App 04.09.2020 6:59 ↓

Good news about an app in Finland that is trying to give citizens a better idea of their carbon footprint and reward them for using less.

Tony Hawk Pro Skater: Updated! 02.09.2020 7:36 ↓

With guest host Molly, good news about skateboarding in real life and the digital world.

Birds and Wind Turbines 31.08.2020 3:12 ↓

Good news for our feathered friends! And an update on more NBA provided polling places come November.

Shark Rock, Repeat 28.08.2020 4:35 ↓

An update to this story: Kiss did play this concert... but, no sharks ended up showing up! Frankly, I find that rude.

Four for Fun 26.08.2020 3:13 ↓

Four short pieces of good news- everything from fashion to flora!

Ecosia Search, Repeat 24.08.2020 4:32 ↓

An exciting update- Ecosia just recently announced that they've planted 100 MILLION TREES! Think about trying a new search engine and planting a tree or two in the process.

Survival of the Friendliest - Part 2 21.08.2020 8:48 ↓

Get the book - it's a fun and informative read! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Survival of the Friendliest - Part 1 19.08.2020 7:59 ↓

Get the book - it's a fun and informative read! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Twin Couples Expecting Siblings 17.08.2020 3:12 ↓

Twins, who married twins, are simultaneously expecting. The more I think about this good news, the more my mind gets turned inside out.

Friendsday With Molly 14.08.2020 8:05 ↓

A new TGNP segment! To brighten your day, this segment asks guests "what is something you love?" Send an email to hello@thegoodnewspodcast.fm if you love or want to tweak it!

Three Times the Good News 12.08.2020 4:07 ↓

Three short pieces of good news: Lego, love, and llamas.

Lights Out for Bugs 10.08.2020 2:49 ↓

A potential new law in Germany would dim lights to brighten the future for bugs in the country.

Go, Go, Gorilla Doll 07.08.2020 4:17 ↓

Tumani, a gorilla, needs some help getting ready for her upcoming child. So she's got a doll.

Wiki Women: Laxmi Sharma 05.08.2020 3:20 ↓

The latest installment of Wiki Women! Today, a Nepali entrepreneur who went from baron to button boss!

Crew Dragon Makes a Splash 03.08.2020 2:40 ↓

The Crew Dragon capsule makes a return- it's a big deal. The two astronauts are back on solid ground safe and sound. (Sorry for the crummy audio on this episode!)

New Mars Rover, New Name, Same Excitement, Repeat 31.07.2020 3:28 ↓

In honor of the successful launch of NASA's newest rover, an archive episode explaining how the (awesome) name was chosen.

Universal Basic Income Pilot Program 29.07.2020 6:01 ↓

Good news about an ongoing experiment trying to shrink the wealth gap between the poorest and richest. And a conversation about a personalized monthly basic income.

More Red Phone Booth Reuse 27.07.2020 5:21 ↓

Those classic, red phone booths in England are now much more likely to be anything but a phone booth nowadays.

Cali Kid Detectives, Repeat 24.07.2020 5:46 ↓

A heartwarming tale from the archive about some kids solving a mystery WAY better than the Scoob and the gang.

Cat Van Catte, Repeat 22.07.2020 8:16 ↓

From the archive, good (bad?) news about what cats understand and memorable pet names to encourage adoptions.

The Comeback Camel 20.07.2020 2:22 ↓

A story of love and loyalty from an animal that normally gets a bad reputation.

Captain Tom, Now Sir Tom 17.07.2020 2:36 ↓

A champion fundraiser is getting knighted for his hard work for the benefit of health care workers.