The Good News Podcast

One hard-to-recycle part of renewable energy production is getting a green(er) upgrade.Read more about the blades here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Two stories about two people teaching and using CPR to change (and save) lives.Sign up for CPR classes here if you want to learn or get a refresher ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Breaking (good) news! Wisdom has returned and is officially taking care of her new hatchling. Back in December, Wisdom was confirmed to have laid the egg and now it's one of her 30+ hatchlings.Read more about Wisdom here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

An icy emergency gets exactly the right hero for the moment!Read more about the rescue here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Beavers are the best- and they don't need to worry about permits!Read more about the beavers' hard work here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive: people who knit, crochet, etc. just keep proving time and time again that they're the best- this time? Scarf bombing!Read more about scarf bombing here! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A new ticket option at a major stadium can help to make events more welcoming to more folks- that's good news!Read more about the new tickets here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

An art installation and future book is growing in a Norwegian forest outside of Oslo!Read more about the project here and listen to the Ted Radio Hour episode with this project here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A social media trend that encourages people to get outside and share what they love- nothing wrong with that!Read more about stick nation here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A small town gets a big gift- it's good news!Read more about the town and it's plans here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

The work continues- since this archive episode first ran, 5 more rhino embryos have been produced. Very exciting stuff! The team behind this effort has won an award for their innovative work.Read more about the project and the award here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Otters are bouncing back and helping manage an invasive species.Read more about otters and crabs here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A college is offering coaching for a growing challenge- phone anxiety. Read more about the classes here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Zoos are finding a fun and effective way to reuse Christmas tree once the holidays are over.Read more about the elephant treats here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chicago is getting powered up in a very green way!Read more about the energy milestone here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, a national health service is sending people out into the woods... for their health! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Notre Dame has reopened! Pretty exciting and a good news story we've followed for many years. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

It's that time of year again- carol o'clock! Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah- Happy Holidays all around! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A robot (NOT a drone) is helping restore a fragile ocean ecosystem!Read more about the robot and seagrasses here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A rare win against an invasive species- that's good news!Read more about the hornets here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

New stamps coming in 2025 are honoring a beloved TV great (and also showcasing cute baby animals).Read more about the new stamps here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

AI tech is being used to waste time, not save it- and it's good news! Read more about the tech here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

An update to a story from a few years ago- Wisdom the Albatross is alive and thriving!Read more about Wisdom here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, a needle in a haystack story for the ages- it's good news from a NH transfer station that has a mythical ability to resurface lost rings! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A major conservation milestone- let's get into the clone zone! Read more about Antonia and her kits here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

An update to a story about robots working in farm fields- it's pretty cool! Farm drone zone coming up! Read more about the newest farmbots here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

An experiment from the 80s is still yielding results today- and it's all thanks for gophers!Read more about the gophers and the fungi here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, new tech hopes to help kids with shots and adults with chronic pain!Read more about the technology here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A new rule should help you cancel a membership you forgot about.Read more about the click to cancel rule here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

African giant pouched rats are full of surprises- they can sniff all sorts of things! Read more about the rats here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, the spooOOOkiest season gets a spooky poem! Happy Halloween! 🎃 ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From Australia, conservationists engineer a special pathway for turtles.Read more about the tunnels here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A simple product that can help make household appliances a bit easier to use.Read more about kit here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, a library has added to its collection and very fun and furry way. Since this episode first aired, these cats have caught on in libraries all over- from Colorado to Connecticut! (And also, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, and I'm sure other places too!)Read more about library robopets here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Space seeds are thriving here on Earth- the moon trees!Learn more about recent moon tree plantings here. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A story right in the TGNP wheelhouse- a pooch going above and beyond to find help for her puparent. Read more about the good pup Gita here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A painting that was found in a basement and (moderately) loved by a family, is the real deal.Read more about the painting here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

An amazing competition to help folks get in touch with nature. Read more about tree hugging and forest bathing here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

It's almost fat bear week again, so this episode from the archive is right on time! Check out some bears and maybe help a hiker too.Learn more about the bears here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A potential frustration is turned into a fanciful, fish-full neighborhood landmark.Read more about the aquarium here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

California is going back and closing a loophole to reduce the amount of single-use plastic in the world. Read more about the new rules here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A new and valuable way to use AI chatbots- tailored debunking!Read more about Debunkbot here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

An impressive (and unexpectedly international) tale of maritime rescue.Read more about the rescue here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Big energy news coming out of the UK and a very real example of the green energy transition. Read more about the station shut down here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, sheep practicing "solar grazing" can be a win-win! Read more about sheep helping out here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, research from the UK has identified a quick, easy, and cheap way to help keep playground air clear. Read more about the published study here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

An update to a story from last year- the migration is happening now and it's trackable! Learn more about the team and their progress here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

LEGO has been on an eco-journey for years at this point. Now, they're making more and shelling out for the green stuff. Read more about LEGO's efforts here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A discovery from the bottom of the Baltic Sea shines light on our love of bubbly drinksRead more about the shipwreck here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A new addition to the Portland International Airport employee roster is making flying a bit more fun.Read more about the therapy llamas here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★