5 Good News Stories - happiness and fun

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Every day the news feels heavy. 5 Good News Stories is your daily antidote — five short, uplifting stories about human kindness, scientific breakthroughs, unexpected heroes, and moments that remind you the world isn't as broken as the headlines suggest. Hosted by John McDermott, each episode is under 10 minutes and designed to start your morning right or reset your afternoon. If you're looking for a positive news podcast, a feel-good daily listen, or just five minutes of happiness — this is your show. New episode every day. Follow wherever you listen to podcasts.

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Dec 8, 2023 · 4 min
5 Uplifting Santa Claus Themed Stories | The Magic of Christmas
Join Johnny Mac in exploring the magic of Christmas with five heartwarming Santa Claus-themed stories. Discover the joy of six-year-old Hope as Santa surprises her, learn how AI powers Santa's Magical Mailroom, journey with over a thousand cyclists in...
Dec 7, 2023 · 5 min
Christmas Stories: Santa and the Sharks,, Festive Sheep, and Christmas Bicycles
Enjoy these five delightful Christmas stories that are sure to fill your hearts with joy and holiday spirit. Listen in as we recount the tale of a man from Audubon, New Jersey, who embraced the spirit of No Shave November and grew his beard into a...
Dec 6, 2023 · 4 min
Kevin Bacon the actor helps Kevin Bacon the pig PLUS Funny Bunny winners
Listen in as we share the fun-filled journey of how Kevin Bacon, the runaway pig, was found with the help of his namesake, the famous actor. Our furry friends continue to amaze us, as we tell the story of a Jack Russell terrier named Teasle, who...
Dec 5, 2023 · 6 min
Christmas Stories: Secret Santa's Fortune, Playful Kittens, and Light-Loving Squirrels
We kick off the episode by highlighting an anonymous businessman from Kansas City who has made it his mission to spread Christmas cheer by donating between $100,000 and $200,000 each year to those most in need. We then share a charming story about...
Dec 4, 2023 · 4 min
Your missing Taco Bell delivery? Ask the bear.
Ever wonder who could be bold enough to snatch your Taco Bell delivery right from your front porch? The doorbell camera doesn't lie, and the culprit might surprise you. This episode is packed with stories that will make you laugh, cry, and marvel at...
Dec 1, 2023 · 5 min
We found the 3 sheep you lost 8 years ago PLUS Silent Doritos!
Johnny Mac presents 5 Good News Stories covering various topics such as the creation of an AI by Doritos to cancel out the sound of crunching during calls, an affordable helmet designed to reduce concussions in surfers, the development of bio-hybrid...
Nov 30, 2023 · 6 min
Christmas Stories: Santa Surprises, Dickens' Legacy, and a Dog's Cookie Caper
It;s another bonus epside of Christmas good news stories! Listen in as we explore an array of touching tales from the heart of the holiday season. From WestJet airline's extraordinary surprise for their passengers, involving a digital Santa Claus and...
Nov 29, 2023 · 5 min
Get paid to watch Holiday Movies! Plus The Man on the cover of Led Zeppelin IV has been identified!
Ever fantasized about getting paid to lounge and watch holiday movies? Well, this episode might just make your dreams come true. We share an offer from Watchtvcom that gives you a chance to earn $2500 and bag a free one-year subscription to numerous...
Nov 28, 2023 · 6 min
Christmas Stories: Operation Turkey, Christmas Eels and the dog ate the tree
Can you imagine your Christmas morning starting with a box of opened gifts not under your tree but in your backyard, thanks to your box of a puppy? Or how about getting pulled over by a police officer only to receive a turkey instead of a ticket?...
Nov 27, 2023 · 4 min
Billy Joel's new dog, an escaped lion and Carrot Man
Prepare to be captivated as we journey from a tourist-turned-hero in the cockpit, to Billy Joel’s rescue pup, all the way to the secret of longevity in a remote Greek island. Picture a stranded passenger seizing control of a grounded aircraft to fly...
Nov 24, 2023 · 5 min
Pringles tips, Moose Trackers, Face Swaps and a very detailed deer
A extra epsiode this week before we slide into the new schedule for Christmas-time. Starting Monday, Johnny Mac will do Monday and Wednesday "normal" stories, and Aster Ireland will do Thursday and Thursday with Christmas themed stories. (Then back to...
Nov 22, 2023 · 4 min
The record for stacking donuts is.... 13? PLUS Twins dress the same for 23 years
Can you imagine hitting the jackpot and choosing to spend it all on fostering children? Well, one couple did! Hang out with us as we share the heartwarming story of a couple who turned their lottery win into an opportunity to foster children....
Nov 20, 2023 · 4 min
A Bear's Doorbell Prank, Skydiving Rubik's Cube Records, and Sparky the blind border collie
What if a bear decided to play ding-dong-ditch at your front door? What if a teenager could solve a Rubik's Cube faster than anyone - while freefalling from a plane? Join me, Johnny Mac, as we explore these unusual yet uplifting stories and share a...
Nov 19, 2023 · 7 min
Welcome to 5 Good News Stories
We take a look at the case of the 31 year old dog, an equestrian rider who wore a mankini, and a flight attendant taking care of some flamingo eggs. Each episode, three days a week, shares five stories, all of them good news.
Nov 16, 2023 · 3 min
From Ghostly Love to 1000 Spider-Man(s)
First off, we share the unique tale of a woman who divorced her ghostly husband and found solace in a life of spirituality, becoming a nun. If you've ever wondered about the challenges and rewards of life after a ghost marriage, you don't want to miss...
Nov 13, 2023 · 5 min
Back to the Future, in a barn! PLUS Bret Michaels (Poison) adopts Bret Michaels (dog)
Get ready for a trip down memory lane as we take you through the incredible discovery of a 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 found in a barn in southern Wisconsin with just 977 miles on it! You'll hear about the amazing journey of the car from barn find to...
Nov 9, 2023 · 4 min
A Finger Licking Good Marriage Proposal!
Ever wanted to get hitched in the most finger lickin' way possible? Johnny Mac is back with another episode of Five Good News Stories to share just how you could do that. This time, we travel Down Under where KFC is offering an $80,000 dream wedding...
Nov 6, 2023 · 5 min
Stonemason Willie meets his rest PLUS the popular baby names of the 2050s!
Tune in to this heartwarming episode where we share five uplifting stories that will surely put a smile on your face. First up, listen to the tale of a little boy named Isaiah who simply couldn’t bear to see his dad leave for work without one last...
Nov 2, 2023 · 4 min
What to do with your pumpkins, a 90 year late library book and sure Keanu Reeves will play football with you!
This episode kicks off with a festive bang as we talk about a woman who, despite receiving backlash last year, is set to decorate her door in a gingerbread bakery theme this Christmas. She's undeterred by the criticism and even managed to turn her...
Oct 30, 2023 · 5 min
A town goes Barbie for Halloween PLUS the haunted doll that....makes your flight late
Ever wondered what happens when you visit the world's most haunted doll? Hold onto your broomsticks as we dive into the spine-chilling account of TikTok user, Kalani Smith, with a whopping 2.7 million followers, who believes he's cursed after an...

5 Good News Stories - happiness and fun

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5 Uplifting Santa Claus Themed Stories | The Magic of Christmas

Christmas Stories: Santa and the Sharks,, Festive Sheep, and Christmas Bicycles

Kevin Bacon the actor helps Kevin Bacon the pig PLUS Funny Bunny winners

Christmas Stories: Secret Santa's Fortune, Playful Kittens, and Light-Loving Squirrels

Your missing Taco Bell delivery? Ask the bear.

We found the 3 sheep you lost 8 years ago PLUS Silent Doritos!

Christmas Stories: Santa Surprises, Dickens' Legacy, and a Dog's Cookie Caper

Get paid to watch Holiday Movies! Plus The Man on the cover of Led Zeppelin IV has been identified!

Christmas Stories: Operation Turkey, Christmas Eels and the dog ate the tree

Billy Joel's new dog, an escaped lion and Carrot Man

Pringles tips, Moose Trackers, Face Swaps and a very detailed deer

The record for stacking donuts is.... 13? PLUS Twins dress the same for 23 years

A Bear's Doorbell Prank, Skydiving Rubik's Cube Records, and Sparky the blind border collie

Welcome to 5 Good News Stories

From Ghostly Love to 1000 Spider-Man(s)

Back to the Future, in a barn! PLUS Bret Michaels (Poison) adopts Bret Michaels (dog)

A Finger Licking Good Marriage Proposal!

Stonemason Willie meets his rest PLUS the popular baby names of the 2050s!

What to do with your pumpkins, a 90 year late library book and sure Keanu Reeves will play football with you!

A town goes Barbie for Halloween PLUS the haunted doll that....makes your flight late