Global News Podcast The Happy Pod: The magic of festive airport reunions
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Dec 20, 2025 
Join Graham McQueen, a member of Dublin Airport's social media team, as he shares touching stories of festive reunions that resonate deeply with viewers. Meet Judge Adam Schwartz, the lively Texas judge known for his joyous courthouse weddings featuring bubble guns. Harry Bly reports on Battersea's beloved grapefruit trees, a tribute to community spirit. Also covered are unique gatherings of golden retrievers and heartwarming doorbell carols by Scottish boys. This podcast is a delightful collection of love, joy, and community.
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Festive Airport Reunions Capture Diaspora Joy
- Dublin Airport captures the emotional reunions of families to celebrate the scale of Irish diaspora returns at Christmas.
- Dana Baker and Graham McQueen said these videos resonate because many Irish have loved ones abroad and reunions are highly relatable.
Long‑Lost Siblings Reunited In Terminal 2
- Graham McQueen described a brother and sister in their 70s meeting for the first time at Terminal 2 after one travelled from New Zealand.
- He also recalled a mother collecting both her children in one day and messaging that the videos made her Christmas.
A Daughter's Return To An Unwell Father
- Dana Baker recalled a reunion where a daughter returned to an unwell father, which moved her to tears while filming.
- She said moments like that feel like absolute magic and stick with her forever.