Episodes
Sept. 9, 2025
40,000 pounds of rib-eye steak burns as Vegan Firefighter helps
Ethel 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. 5 Good News Stories is a daily podcast wit...
Sept. 7, 2025
Good news, MORE Mosquitos! Wait, what?
Scientists 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,...
Sept. 4, 2025
Good News about Why wolves hate Scarlet Johansson
Farmers 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 qui...
Sept. 2, 2025
Wallet found in car engine 11 years later!
A 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. 5 Good News Stories is a daily podcast with five positive, uplif...
Aug. 31, 2025
Good News about The Cat that Steals Underwear
A 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 t...
Aug. 28, 2025
40 year old man gets stuck in tube slide
A 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. 5 Good News Stories is a daily podcast wi...
Aug. 26, 2025
Pearl, the World's Oldest Chicken
In 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 a...
Aug. 24, 2025
The strawberry ice cream eating Fuzzy The Bear
Sharks 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. 5 Good News Stories is a daily p...
Aug. 21, 2025
Ozzy the Rhino and the 100 Mile Parrot
A 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. 5 Good News Stories is a daily podcast with five positive, uplifting...
Aug. 19, 2025
Humpback Whales - they're pretty cool dudes
Johnny 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. 5 Good News Stories is a daily pod...
Aug. 16, 2025
Mice Performing CPR
00:00 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
Aug. 14, 2025
The $87,840 Cheeto
In 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. Lastl...
Aug. 12, 2025
The Vegetable Orchestra and Seinfeld Night
00:00 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...
Aug. 10, 2025
Pig Adventures
00:11 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
Aug. 7, 2025
Unwanted Amazon Packages
00:11 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 To become a premium subscriber (no ads and no feed drops)...
Aug. 5, 2025
The Secret Message on the Toilet Paper Roll
00:52 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 To become a premium subscriber (no...
Aug. 3, 2025
Heartwarming Efforts by The Lost Stuffy Project
00:11 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 To become a premium...
July 31, 2025
Don’t Drive Over Spilt Milk
A 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. To b...
July 29, 2025
A shihtzu walks into a bar...
The 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 ...
July 27, 2025
Why did a stranger pay a dad's breakfast bill?
The 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. To become a premium...
July 24, 2025
What was in the World's Largest Time Capsule?
In 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. To become a pre...
July 22, 2025
Man rescued from a glacier crevasse thanks to.... a chihuahua
This 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. To become a premium subscriber (no ads and no feed drops) visit caloroga.com/plus. For Apple users, hit the ...
July 20, 2025
Taylor Swift's touching visit to Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital
Taylor 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. To become a premium subscriber (no...
July 17, 2025
TSA says keep your shoes on BUT Actual Snakes On A Plane
The 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. T...