The Good News Podcast

From the archive, a hockey fan notices a worrisome mole- and potentially saves a life. Read more about the mole spotter here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A project in Berlin is helping people connect with their urban canopy in a very direct way. Read more about the project here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A new building material made from rice trash might be coming to a home near you! Read more about the material here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, a viral video is sending some well-deserved attention in the direction of some near-endangered fluttering beauties. Read more about the video and the transplant here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Monarch butterflies are getting a boost from inmates in Wisconsin! Read about the program here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, a club is using a renewable resource for crafting and community...ing. Read more about the club here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Great efforts are being taken to save and celebrate the Sycamore Gap tree in England- and those efforts are paying off! Read more about tree here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, an amazing competition to help folks get in touch with nature. The 2026 competition just took place earlier this month!  Read more about tree hugging and forest bathing here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A volunteer is on a mission to get nets on hoops all over NYC. Read more about the project here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A thoughtful young person is finding and repairing stuffed animals to donate to others in need. Read more about the effort here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A new cat has been named and entered into the scientific lexicon! Read more about the cat here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, a non-profit is helping home bakers donate their skills and their loaves to hungry folks. Read more about the group here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In Rwanda, an annual ceremony is good for conservation and communities! Read more about the ceremony here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, public transit operators from all over can compete to find out who the best tram driver is... in the WORLD! The 2026 edition of the competition is coming up in just about two weeks in Warsaw! Read more about the competition here  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A new record has been set on the Appalachian Trail Read more about the record here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

New research suggests that sleeping in on the weekend might be good for your heart- that's good news! Read more about the research here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is going statewide in the largest state in the US. That's good news! Learn more about donating to the imagination library here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Notpla, the seaweed plastic maker, is continuing to find ways to replace plastic with dissolvable seaweed. Read more about the new grant here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, good news from sidewalks near you- you can see space stuff! Read more about #popscope here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Two world records have been busted in Kenya- both related to planting trees! Read more about the planting here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, technology using old techniques might yield quick, low-carbon housing! Very cool! Read more about the 3D houses here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Japanese fireworks may soon get a bit more eco-friendly. Read more about the fireworks here  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

New tech in the dairy space! Warm milk needs to be cooled, and water needs to be hot to clean- enter the heat pump! Read more about the new tech here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

An artist has gone above and beyond to save (and draw attention to) a rare UK phone box. Read more about the trip here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Plant parents rejoice! A new business can help keep your plants healthy, and happy! Read more about the business here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★