5 Good News Stories (Five Good News Stories)
Caloroga Shark Media / Happiness Good News Lab
Five Good News Stories - 5 Good Things in the news, three times a week!5 Good News Stories is a heartwarming and uplifting podcast that focuses on bringing positivity and hope to its listeners. Hosted by Johnny Mac, this podcast is a breath of fresh air in a world often dominated by negative headlines.In each episode, John handpicks five of the most inspiring and uplifting good news stories from around the globe. These stories can range from acts of kindness and community resilience to scientific breakthroughs and human triumphs.In our episodes, we've shared an abundance of remarkable good news stories that showcase the beauty and resilience of the human spirit.So if you're craving a break from the negativity and chaos of the world, tune in to 5 Good News Stories and let us fill your day with joy, laughter, and a renewed sense of hope. Hit Follow now and join our community of like-minded listeners who believe in the power of positivity to make the world a brighter place, one story at a time!The podcast aims to remind listeners that even in challenging times, there are countless reasons to smile and feel hopeful.What sets "5 Good News Stories" apart is its dedication to turning these news stories into engaging and thought-provoking content.It's 5 Good News Stories to make you smile. Have a great day!Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories’ with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!We now have Merch! FREE SHIPPING! Check out all the products like T-shirts, mugs, bags, jackets and more with logos and slogans from your favorite shows! Did we mention there’s free shipping? Get 10% off with code NewMerch10 Go to Caloroga.comGet more info from Caloroga Shark Media and sign up for our newsletter here.
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Jul 1, 2025 • 4min
We found your mongoose at the brewery, where else would it be?
Highlights include a controversial art show in Germany featuring chickens in diapers, a New Zealand flag exhibit that sparked debate, a couple's epic 11-month adventure down the Pan-American Highway, a hungry wild elephant causing minor chaos in a grocery store in Thailand, and a 14-year-old boy being rewarded for his honesty after returning a lost wallet containing $300. Some stories are funny, some controversial, and all are worth listening to!Get the show without ads. Five bucks. For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus.
Jun 29, 2025 • 5min
Heartwarming Pet Grave Discovery
Sienna, a shelter dog, uses her intuition to alert a man about a medical emergency at an adoption event, potentially saving his life. In the UK, zoos will soon be required to provide more space for animals. Mike generously donates a kidney to his neighbor, Jacob, enabling him to live a dialysis-free life. Joshua, a musician from Trinidad and Tobago, breaks the Guinness World Record by playing the steel pan for 31 continuous hours. Lastly, homeowner Crystal discovers a pet grave in her backyard, touching the hearts of many when she shares the story and photos of the beloved pet on TikTok. Get the show without ads. Five bucks. For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus.
Jun 26, 2025 • 4min
Chicken Walks into Buffalo Wild Wings
Highlights include a chicken wandering into a Buffalo Wild Wings and being rescued, Pittsburgh International Airport staff recovering a lost engagement ring from a baggage carousel, Michigan wildlife experts freeing a bear from a plastic lid after two years, a mysterious dome-shaped object found in Indianapolis, and unusual lost items on Megabus, such as hay bales and a frozen turkey.Get the show without ads. Five bucks. For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus.
Jun 24, 2025 • 5min
Is a Costco Card REAL ID?
Uplifting stories including a contender for the world's smallest dog, a Sun bear's miraculous recovery from cancer, the recovery of a WWII Canadian naval vessel's bell, and a bear caught on camera stealing in New Hampshire. Johnny Mac also humorously clarifies that Costco cards cannot be used as Real ID. To become a premium subscriber (no ads and no feed drops) visit caloroga.com/plus. For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. You also get 25+ other shows on the network ad-free!
Jun 22, 2025 • 3min
135 Year Old Tortoise is a father for the first time!
Highlights include Goliath, a 135-year-old Galapagos tortoise, becoming a father for the first time; unique vegetable likenesses of celebrities at the Lambeth Country Show; the first video of a live Azis Antarctica squid filmed at 6,000 feet; the discovery and $7 million auction of a 1666 painting found in a barn attic; and a humorous misadventure involving hikers in the Adirondacks who mistakenly reported their friend dead while under the influence of hallucinogenic mushrooms. To become a premium subscriber (no ads and no feed drops) visit caloroga.com/plus. For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. You also get 25+ other shows on the network ad-free!
Jun 19, 2025 • 5min
Cockatoos master public water fountain drinking
00:10 Epic Solo Rowing Challenge01:19 Innovative Ice Preservation01:48 Cockatoos' Clever Water Fountain Trick03:03 Seawater-Degradable Plastic Breakthrough03:39 Bee Truck Accident in Washington To become a premium subscriber (no ads and no feed drops) visit caloroga.com/plus. For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. You also get 25+ other shows on the network ad-free!
Jun 17, 2025 • 6min
The Hilarious Zebra Escape
In this episode, host Johnny Mac shares five uplifting stories. These include the captivating tale of a zebra named Zeke that went on the run in Tennessee, only to be dramatically captured after eight days of adventure. The episode also features a man who journeyed a thousand miles to satisfy his pregnant sister-in-law's craving for sausage rolls, and a circus performer who set a new world record for hair hanging. Additionally, John celebrates the 100th birthday of twins Bill and Jack, and details a quirky annual event in Minneapolis involving the sharpening of a gigantic pencil. 00:18 The Hilarious Zebra Escape00:55 Zebra's Capture and Internet Fame02:46 Pregnancy Craving Adventure03:21 Guinness World Record Feats03:50 Celebrating 100 Years of Life04:25 The Giant Pencil Sharpening RitualTo become a premium subscriber (no ads and no feed drops) visit caloroga.com/plus. For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. You also get 25+ other shows on the network ad-free!
Jun 15, 2025 • 5min
A 75 Year Old Message In A Bottle
Johnny Mac shares five uplifting news stories from around the world. In Poland, a love letter from 1959 was discovered by two boys, sparking a search for its origins. In Texas, a prom was organized for a high school senior recovering from back surgery. Zookeepers successfully hand-reared an endangered northern rockhopper penguin chick named Noisy. In North Carolina, Marine rescuers cleared over 1.5 pounds of barnacles from a stranded green sea turtle. Lastly, in Norway, a man woke up to find a cargo ship had run aground in his yard, narrowly missing his house. The episode also includes information on how to listen to the program without interruptions.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!
Jun 12, 2025 • 5min
Pigeon Fest
In this episode, Johnny Mac brings you five heartwarming and intriguing stories. First, he highlights Pigeon Fest in New York City, a unique event celebrating National Pigeon Appreciation Day with art exhibitions, a pigeon impersonation pageant, and more. Then, he discusses the success of eradicating invasive bullfrogs in Yosemite National Park to save the native Northwest pond turtle. The show also features a groundbreaking bladder and kidney transplant success, a Miami business recycling thousands of sneakers to keep them out of landfills, and the miraculous survival of a cow swept away by floodwaters in Australia. Additionally, Johnny promotes another podcast, Eastwood Reloaded, dedicated to Clint Eastwood's career.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!
Jun 10, 2025 • 4min
The Naked 5K
Johnny Mac shares five uplifting news stories. Kendra, a paddle boarder, befriends a manatee named Paddle, and Paul offers a listening ear across Canada with his 'I Will Listen' tour. Abel Foil breaks the world record for balancing 96 spoons on his body. Geologists uncover the vertebrae of a giant prehistoric marine lizard in Mississippi. Finally, the Carolina Foothills Resort in South Carolina hosts a unique 5K run at their nudist resort. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!
