Episodes

  • The Return of Caleb the Goat and a Big Beer Spill

    The Return of Caleb the Goat and a Big Beer Spill
    Oct 14 2024
    In this episode, Johnny Mac shares five good news stories: Waylon the stray Labrador Retriever finds a new home in Georgia after chasing a doggy daycare bus, 38,000 soccer fans get certified in CPR through a Euro Championship campaign, a well-preserved Roman mosaic is uncovered in Roster Roman City, Caleb the missing goat is found and reunited with his brother at the Soa Goat Sanctuary, and a truck spills loads of beer on a Mississippi highway. Plus, details on how to enjoy the show ad-free.

    00:00 Waylon the Labrador
    01:39 CPR Training for Soccer Fans
    02:24 Discovery of Ancient Roman Mosaic
    02:52 The Return of Caleb the Goat
    03:25 Beer Spill on Mississippi Highway

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    4 mins
  • Hallmark Channel's Finding Mr. Christmas PLUS Mariah Carey says it's not time for Christmas yet! (5 Good News Christmas Stories)

    Hallmark Channel's Finding Mr. Christmas PLUS Mariah Carey says it's not time for Christmas yet! (5 Good News Christmas Stories)
    Oct 12 2024
    Johnny Mac shares five cheerful Christmas-themed stories.

    The Hallmark channel is launching 'Finding Mr. Christmas,' a competition series premiering October 31st. Contestants, including former athletes and performers, vie for the title of 'Mr. Christmas' through entertaining challenges. In Australia, Kmart faces criticism for selling Christmas pajamas in summer. In Dallas, the Hotel Crescent Court offers a 'Nightmare Before Christmas' themed high tea. Jethro Tull announces an expanded edition of their Christmas album. Lastly, Mariah Carey teases festive content leading up to her holiday classic's season. This episode marks the start of Johnny's Saturday Christmas story features, with more to come closer to the holidays.
    00:00 Introduction to Good News Christmas Stories
    00:21 Hallmark's Finding Mr. Christmas Competition
    01:42 Christmas Pajamas Controversy in Australia
    02:16 High Tea at Hotel Crescent Court
    02:42 Jethro Tull's Christmas Album Release
    03:25 Mariah Carey's Christmas Countdown

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    4 mins
  • Beetlejuice Fanta, Beetlejuice Fanta, Helene, Helene, Helene

    Beetlejuice Fanta, Beetlejuice Fanta, Helene, Helene, Helene
    Oct 11 2024
    Johnny Mac shares five uplifting stories: Students excavating a Gaulish village in France find a 200-year-old message in a bottle, the world's largest cheesecake sets a new record at the Cream Cheese Festival in New York, NASA's Perseverance Mars rover discovers a unique rock formation, Augusta National Golf Club and Dolly Parton commit substantial funds for Hurricane Helene relief, and Fanta introduces a controversial Beetlejuice-inspired Halloween flavor. The script concludes with a humorous mention of Beetlejuice, encouraging listeners to try a commercial-free subscription for more content.

    00:00 Introduction and Archaeological Discovery
    01:02 World's Largest Cheesecake
    02:12 Mars Rover's Zebra Rock
    02:43 Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts from Dolly Parton
    03:37 Fanta's Questionable Halloween Flavor

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    5 mins
  • We got the moose out of the pool

    We got the moose out of the pool
    Oct 9 2024

    Host Johnny Mac shares five uplifting stories in this episode. A moose was successfully rescued from a New Hampshire pool by police and firefighters. Scientists demonstrate a nuclear method to potentially protect Earth from asteroids. After Hurricane Helene's destruction, efforts are underway in Florida to rescue stranded manatees. A 13-year-old rescue dog named Gita helps save her injured 84-year-old owner. Lastly, David Rush breaks the Guinness World Record by throwing 28 metal chopsticks into an archery target. The episode includes a reminder of upcoming Christmas stories and regular Friday episodes.

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    00:00 Moose Rescue
    00:38 Asteroid Deflection Experiment
    01:10 Hurricane Helene and Manatee Rescue
    02:04 Heroic Rescue Dog Saves Owner
    03:08 Guinness World Record: Chopstick Throwing
    03:56 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes
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    4 mins
  • Judy Drench puts out fires and Bozo The Clown returns!

    Judy Drench puts out fires and Bozo The Clown returns!
    Oct 7 2024
    This episode of '5 Good News Stories' with Johnny Mac features inspirational and heartwarming stories. Virginia's state parks now have Enchroma viewfinders to help colorblind visitors experience fall foliage. Bozo the Clown returns at a Chicago event hosted by Billy Corgan with Scream actor David Arquette. The 2024 Comedy Wildlife Awards announces its funny wildlife finalists. An uplifting rescue story involves a 79-year-old hiker named Ursula, who was heroically carried to safety after an accident. Finally, Hawke's Bay Airport names its fire truck 'Judy Drench' after a competitive naming contest. Additionally, tune in for five special Good News Christmas Stories on Saturday.


    00:26 Colorblind Visitors Enjoy Autumn Leaves
    00:58 Bozo the Clown's Exciting Return
    01:42 2024 Comedy Wildlife Awards Finalists
    02:44 Rescue on High Rock Lookout
    03:46 Naming the Fire Truck at Hawke's Bay Airport
    04:28 Conclusion and Christmas Stories Teaser

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    5 mins
  • Hallmark Christmas Movie Preview (5 Good News Christmas Stories)

    Hallmark Christmas Movie Preview (5 Good News Christmas Stories)
    Oct 5 2024
    In this episode, Johnny Mac shares five heartwarming and fun Christmas stories ahead of the holiday season. Highlights include a viral life-size Buddy the Elf decoration from Home Depot, Kate Middleton's return to the Together at Christmas service, and the beginning of Hallmark Channel's holiday movie lineup starting October 18th. Additionally, Universal Orlando's Hogsmeade gears up for Christmas with themed merchandise, and The Broadway Bar in Grand Rapids, Michigan, embraces early holiday decorations to lift spirits. Johnny also previews regular good news updates throughout the week and special Christmas stories on Saturdays.

    00:26 Viral Buddy the Elf Decoration
    01:20 Kate Middleton's Christmas Service
    01:46 Hallmark Channel Christmas Movies Lineup
    04:12 Universal Orlando's Christmas at Hogsmeade
    04:51 Broadway Bar's Early Christmas Decorations



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    6 mins
  • Are there TWO Loch Ness Monsters?

    Are there TWO Loch Ness Monsters?
    Oct 4 2024
    In this episode, host Johnny Mac presents five heartwarming news stories. Highlights include a woman finding a message in a bottle on her birthday, YouTubers creating the world's largest iPhone, conservation efforts to save Australia's most endangered reptile, a potential sighting of two Loch Ness monsters, and the 50th anniversary of New Hampshire's Mud Bowl football event. If you enjoy listening, don't forget to share the show with friends and check out the Daily Comedy News podcast and Five Minutes of Gratitude program.

    00:11 A Birthday Wish Comes True
    01:15 World's Largest iPhone Replica
    01:58 Saving the Western Swamp Tortoise
    02:40 Double Sighting of the Loch Ness Monster
    03:18 50th Annual Mud Bowl Celebration

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    4 mins
  • World's Shortest Street, Mushroom Robotics, and More

    World's Shortest Street, Mushroom Robotics, and More
    Oct 2 2024
    Johnny Mac shares uplifting news, starting with Ebenezer Place in Scotland, recognized as the world's shortest street. In Florida, marine biologists use speed dating techniques to save endangered queen conchs. Cornell scientists successfully use mushroom mycelia to control robots. San Diego Zoo vets perform a groundbreaking C-section on a porcupine. A man's dog learns sign language, picking up signs for exciting activities from his deaf wife. These stories highlight innovative solutions, wildlife conservation, and heartwarming moments.

    00:00 World's Shortest Street: Ebenezer Place
    00:56 Speed Dating for Endangered Queen Conchs
    01:42 Mushroom-Driven Robotics
    02:37 First Ever C-Section on a Porcupine
    03:25 Dog Learns Sign Language
    04:15 Conclusion and How to Support Us

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    5 mins