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Today’s episode dives into a treasure hunt for $1 million that will have participants trekking through the Canadian wilderness. You’ll also hear about major milestones in kidney transplants, the allure of solo travel among older women, and a retired accountant who finally achieved his lifelong dream.  This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally M...

Today’s episode dives into the mental health benefits of rewatching your favorite TV shows. Plus, the U.S. states with the earliest and latest bedtimes, college students reducing waste, and how to spot the northern lights this fall.  This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Music by Ryan Peitzke....

Today’s episode dives into a new survey that ranks the most AI-proof jobs. You’ll also hear about the best college dorm rooms in the U.S., an at-home test that may help with early Alzheimer’s detection, and the 9-year-old giving out compliments like candy. This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman....

Today’s episode dives into the massive effort to count (and rate) all of New York City’s park trees. Other stories include the upcoming Women’s Professional Baseball League, Guinness World Records’ 70th anniversary, and the science behind the perfect beer foam.  This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Fri...

Today’s episode dives into the anti-aging pill aiming to extend dogs’ lifespans. Plus, a commonly prescribed med that could help combat one of the deadliest forms of breast cancer, the 20th annual Homeless World Cup in Norway, a one-eyed goose who brought a Louisiana neighborhood together, and a surprising benefit of tinted sunscreen. This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research an...

Today’s episode dives into the concept of a psychologically rich life, which some researchers propose is what makes for a good life. Plus, you’ll hear all about the 102-year-old who became the oldest person to reach the top of Mount Fuji, the rise of blind tennis for the visually impaired, and the med student offering free podiatry care to unhoused people.  This episode was hosted and produced by...

Today’s episode dives into the sleepaway camps that are helping adults make friends. Plus, the wolfdogs assisting veterans with their mental health, the new words added to the Cambridge Dictionary, and the most fun states in the U.S. This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Music by Ryan Peitzke....

Today’s episode dives into the concept of dopamine anchoring and how it can help you with motivation. Plus, the national park that’s rolling out new accessibility features, the enduring sourdough boom, and the celebrity couple helping pets and pet parents in Nashville.  This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Steph...

Today’s episode dives into a new dating app specifically geared toward dog lovers. Plus, an at-home therapy to add to your mental health toolbox, a promising new pancreatic cancer vaccine, and a few elves who are getting an early start on their Christmas duties. This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Fri...

Today’s episode dives into the European capital city that went a year without a single traffic-related death. Plus, a study showing that air purifiers can lower blood pressure, the U.S. Open’s new record-breaking winner’s purse, and how an Adam Driver movie is helping farmers protect their livestock.    This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally...

Today’s episode dives into the good news that depression and suicide rates have declined in teenagers. You’ll also hear about how tiny staircases are helping cats in Amsterdam, a massive new solar farm, and a heroic pitbull who saved his owners’ lives. This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Mus...

Today’s episode dives into the science of lightning and what’s happening up in the clouds before electricity strikes. You’ll also hear about the real-life hockey player who inspired Adam Sandler’s “Happy Gilmore,” the growing literary tourism trend, and an unlikely friendship between a cheetah cub and a pup.   This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Ston...

Today’s episode dives into a new study on the lifestyle choices that can help reduce cognitive decline as we age. You’ll also hear about a brave kitten who found her forever home through a ride on the NYC subway, the ice cream brand churning food waste into energy, and a tween entrepreneur using her skills for good in flood-ravaged Texas. This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Researc...

Today’s episode dives into the science behind why this summer has been a particularly strong one for fireflies, the study showing that eggs don’t deserve the bad rap they got in the 1960s, a new Uber feature, and the triumphant return of Venus Williams to the tennis court.   This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and...

Today’s episode dives into a science-backed explanation for why it’s easier to wake up some mornings than others. Plus, the scoop on the most promising cities for job-seeking college grads, a Detroit crew helping maintain neglected parks, and new research on how dogs benefit our mental health. This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Re...

Today’s episode dives into the American counties where people walk and bike the most. Plus, the scoop on the new superhero movie that’s prompting people to consider adopting a dog, dropping crime rates in Baltimore, and the dentist who’s been serving as the tooth fairy via email for two decades.  This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch,...

Today’s episode dives into the routine cancer screening test that can now assess heart disease risk as well. You’ll also learn about the newly inducted Team USA Hall of Famers, a unique way doctors are helping patients boost their well-being, and the couple who survived months stranded at sea back in 1972.  This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone,...

Today’s episode dives into a tip that can help you start living a happier life in less than two minutes. You’ll also hear about the best cities for renters, a bald eagle comeback story, and a woman spreading gratitude to the world, one thank you note at a time. This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Frie...

Today’s episode dives into an easy way to create stronger connections through your phone. You’ll also learn about a mental health benefit of watching dog videos, the ideal bedtime for boosting daily exercise, and a heroic U.S. Coast Guard officer who saved more than 150 people during the devastating Texas floods last weekend.  This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writin...

Today’s episode dives into the news that great apes may feel more optimistic after hearing their peers laugh. You’ll also learn about the best movies of the 21st century, the strawberry variety in England whose crown may be overthrown, and a medical milestone that could pave the way for less invasive heart surgeries. This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natal...

In honor of the Fourth of July, today’s episode highlights the “wish walls” featuring unifying messages about Americans’ hopes for the country’s future. It’ll also get into the new study that found a surprising link between power naps and those elusive “aha!” moments, the elementary schoolers who invented a sustainable robot that’s cleaning up beaches, and the cities and states raising minimum wag...

Today’s episode dives into the news that heart attack death rates have dropped to the point that they’re no longer the leading cause of death in the United States. You’ll also hear about the old-school hobbies that are becoming popular among the youth, the world’s sauna capital, and the two honey-loving bears that recently made headlines.  This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Resear...

Today’s episode recaps the newly named best restaurants in the world. You’ll also get the scoop on the latest European country to go coal-free, a stylish bar celebrating women’s sports in Los Angeles, and a common sunscreen myth that’s been debunked. This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Music...

Today’s episode dives into the news that two major food manufacturers are cutting artificial food dyes from their products. There’s also the dating boot camp that partially inspired Netflix’s hit show “Love on the Spectrum,” a new loan scheme aimed at helping college students, and the heroic vet saving animals affected by the war in Ukraine.  This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Res...

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