The Good News Podcast

A new detention option could get more kids outside and soaking up some tree time.Read more about these hiking detentions here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, a science-y food startup called Savor is building the butter of... the FUTURE! Now, it seems like folks are eating (and enjoying) this new butter and I might finally get that taste-test that I want. Read more about future-butter here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

An innovative bike design is built for people who need the most reliable possible bike.Learn more about the bike here  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Along the Klamath River, the Yurok Tribe is back in their rightful role as stewards and conservationists of forests in California. Read more about the land back deal here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Beavers are so back baby! It's a good sign for Portugal and it should help the area rivers too!Read more about the work of tracking Iberian beavers here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A new game helps connect younger and older people and share accomplishments. Seems like a great idea!Read more about the game here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Researchers in Japan have created a plastic-ish material that is strong and flexible, but dissolves when it gets salty... like in an ocean!Read more about this cool material here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

An update to a story from about a year ago. Researchers have found a way to use more of the cocoa pod to make delicious, delicious chocolate!Read more about the new chocolate formula here  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A new designation encourages people to think about their cities differently.Read more about National Park Cities here  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Caretakers in California are dressing up to help a young bear get ready to face the wilderness.Read more about the bear and its caretakers here  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Engineering, science, and mathematics have all been leveraged to design less-gross urinals, that's good news!Read more about the urinal designs here   ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, if you like to listen to nature sounds like rain to relax, you can do that and help the planet at the same time.Read more about the project here  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A giant, glassy building in Chicago has upgraded it's windows to make them safer for birds flying on by. Read more about the glass and the birds here  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Ronan, a 15yr old sea lion has great rhythm and it's raising questions about music and what it means to be musical. Read more about the research here  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Another update from Voyager 1 and 2 out in interstellar space. A 20-year-old bug needed to get figured out- and fast!Read more about the repair effort here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, avocados get a high-tech new label and it could save a lot of plastic! Also, the avocado producer making these laser-etched avocados has also recently started making natural dyes from the avocado pits that would normally get composted or chucked- that's good news too! Read more about the avocado dye here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Guerrilla gardening is a pretty fun act of rebellion that I can totally get behind. Learn more about guerrilla gardening here  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, an international competition to see who can space out... best? The most? The... farthest?There is a competition coming up! If you're in the area and you space out competitively, let me know- I'd love to hear about it. Read more about the competition here  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Two stories of communities coming together to move books- books to be sold and books to be borrowed!Read more about the library move here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A popular TV show in Sweden is something you can watch for hours- technically 24 hours for days if you'd like!Read more about slow TV and the moose migration here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Three stories about turtle: old parents, turtle rescue, and conservation successes!Read more about the sea turtle survey here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Scientists have zapped retinae with lasers and described a color never before seen by the human eye.Read more (and see an un-lasered) version of the color here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A sloth named Rico has undergone a novel surgery to help with a toothache.Read more about the surgery here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Stumpy's clones are alive and well one year later and Stumpy fever is still going strong- it even has a theme song now!Check out the Stumpy song here  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

An art exhibit about failure and getting better has a phone number you can call to inspire others- so cool!Read more about the exhibit here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A cool and useful project that leverages the power of listening for improving mental health. Read more about the project here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A new rat is on the scene, sniffing out dangers and helping humans stay safe. Good work Ronin!Read more about Ronin here  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A group of helpful rebels are building and installing seating around the Bay Area.Read more about the benches here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

An update to a story from a few years ago- a bridge has been built! Read more about the project here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, a big publisher is experimenting with page-saving fonts to cut down on paper.Read more about the fonts here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A new competition pits sleeping bears against each other to find out who can nap the HARDEST.Read more about the competition here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, an educational astronomy project that helps to make astro-imagery more accessible and engaging to the visually impaired community.Read more about the project here and check out the downloadable resources here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Big dams get lots of attention (looking at you Hoover!) but smaller dams can have a big impact on a fish and other wildlife.Read more about these dams here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A new paint has the potential to help buildings react to and change with the seasons. Read more about the paint here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A new banana might be making its way to your grocer- keep your eyes... peeled.Read more about the banana here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, tech that can make drinking water from the air. Since originally airing, this technology has in fact gotten smaller and cheaper and has been used in emergency situation to provide drinking water. Pretty cool!Read more about the Watercube in action here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

From the archive, stories of ancient history under the streets. I thought of this story because there was recently a big Roman discovery in London. Read more about that discovery here ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

An asteroid has gotten into the news recently and scientists are paying close attention.Read more about the asteroid here  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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 ★