Episodes

  • Toilet Seat Warning

    Toilet Seat Warning
    Jan 12 2025
    Johnny Mac shares five good news stories, starting with a warning from Japanese toilet manufacturer Toto about using toilet paper on seats. A spider monkey wearing a tutu was safely captured by deputies in Jefferson County. In China, Zhang Yizhou broke two Guinness World Records with his skill of slicing cucumbers and lighting matches using playing cards. A man in Maryland discovered a nearly expired lottery ticket worth $50,000 just in time. Finally, Saskatchewan police reveal unusual 911 calls, reminding citizens to reserve the emergency number for real crises.

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    00:00 Toilet Seat Warning
    00:56 Lost Spider Monkey Found
    01:49 Guinness World Records
    02:29 Maryland Man Wins Lottery
    02:53 Funny 911 Calls in Saskatchewan
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    4 mins
  • In Japan you can rent an Old Man

    In Japan you can rent an Old Man
    Jan 10 2025
    In this episode, Johnny Mac shares five uplifting news stories from around the world. He begins with the heartfelt reunion of two sisters, aged 96 and 100, who were separated during WWII and reunited by the non-profit Wish of a Lifetime. Next, a startup in Trinidad and Tobago, founded by Dr. Henry, turns seaweed into low emission fuel. He also discusses a solar-powered desalination project from the University of South Australia. Additionally, Japan offers a unique service to rent elderly advisors for various activities. Lastly, Wisdom, a 74-year-old albatross, lays an egg, making headlines as the world's oldest known wild bird. Johnny Mac wraps up by promoting ad-free versions of the show and recommending other podcasts.

    00:11 Reunion of Two Sisters Separated by War
    01:49 Innovative Startup Turns Seaweed into Fuel
    02:32 Solar-Powered Desalination Breakthrough
    03:09 Renting an Elderly Companion in Japan
    04:50 World's Oldest Wild Bird Lays an Egg

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    6 mins
  • Penguin Mix-up! Maggie is a boy!

    Penguin Mix-up! Maggie is a boy!
    Jan 8 2025
    In this episode hosted by Shoddy Mac, we explore some uplifting stories from around the world. A British zoo discovers their female penguin Maggie is actually male and renames him Magnus. Scientific research reveals a Vitamin K precursor could potentially cure prostate cancer. Jockey Glen Boss is reunited with his lost Melbourne Cup trophies after a taxi mishap. There's a heartwarming tale of a steer named Magnum, who frequents Tim Hortons with his owner. Lastly, a study suggests dogs might be able to detect bladder cancer in other dogs through scent. The episode concludes with information on how to enjoy the show ad-free.
    00:00 Penguin Mix-Up
    01:13 Vitamin K and Prostate Cancer
    01:39 Jockey's Lost and Found Trophies
    02:25 Magnum the Steer at Tim Hortons
    03:13 Dogs Detecting Bladder Cancer

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    4 mins
  • 2,500 Pies Recovered but you can't eat them

    2,500 Pies Recovered but you can't eat them
    Jan 6 2025
    In this episode, Johnny Mac shares five uplifting news stories. US Customs seize over 3000 fake Gibson guitars worth $18 million if authentic, while scientists find inspiration from octopuses for better denture adhesives. In Thailand, authorities rescue smuggled exotic animals, including lemurs and primates. A man in Texas is seen enjoying upscale dining with his horse, and police in England recover a stolen van with damaged pies intended for a Christmas market. Despite some oddities, these stories bring a positive note to the day.

    00:11 Fake Gibson Guitars Seized
    00:40 Innovative Denture Solution Inspired by Octopuses
    02:35 Exotic Animal Smuggling Bust in Thailand
    03:13 Man Dines with Horse in Texas
    04:01 Stolen Van with 2,500 Pies Recovered

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    6 mins
  • Sycamore Gap Legacy, Eco-Friendly Plastic, and a Restored Camaro

    Sycamore Gap Legacy, Eco-Friendly Plastic, and a Restored Camaro
    Jan 3 2025
    In this episode, Johnny Mac shares five heartwarming stories: archaeologists in Western Syria discover evidence of the earliest alphabet, the National Trust gifts saplings in memory of the Sycamore Gap tree, Japanese researchers develop environmentally-friendly plastic that dissolves in seawater, a retired police dog rescues a missing person in his first walk post-surgery, and a son restores his father's beloved 1967 Chevy Camaro as a surprise for his 65th birthday. Join Johnny for a dose of positivity and good news.


    00:22 Ancient Alphabet Discovery in Syria
    01:23 Reviving the Sycamore Gap Tree
    02:11 Eco-Friendly Plastic Innovation
    02:47 Heroic Retired Police Dog
    03:51 Father-Son Bond Over a Classic Car

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    5 mins
  • The Smooth Milky Way Mystery

    The Smooth Milky Way Mystery
    Jan 1 2025
    In this episode, Johnny Mac shares five uplifting and intriguing stories. He begins with a touching story about a pilot who died in a rescue mission, and his family's effort to honor his legacy. Next, he reports on the recovery of stolen gold coins from a 300-year-old shipwreck in Florida. Good news for Scottish bumblebees follows, with their population increasing by over 100 times. The episode also features a quirky story about a London pub known for flooding during high tide. Finally, Johnny wraps up with a viral story of a man finding a smooth Mars bar and his unexpected interaction with the company.
    00:00 Introduction and First Story: A Touching Memorial
    01:36 Second Story: Recovered Gold Coins
    02:26 Third Story: Bumblebee Population Boom
    02:39 Fourth Story: The Flooding Pub Experience
    03:34 Fifth Story: The Smooth Milky Way Mystery

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    5 mins
  • Space, Health, and the snake at Chili's

    Space, Health, and the snake at Chili's
    Dec 30 2024
    The Voyager One spacecraft, launched in 1977, overcomes a communications blackout. A four-year-old girl defies medical expectations and takes her first steps despite being misdiagnosed with a severe disorder. A Penn State study shows that positive attitudes toward aging can improve cognitive function. AI technology successfully detects breast cancer missed by human evaluation, potentially saving a woman's life. Lastly, a large python missing for two months is found in a Chili's parking lot and reunited with its owner.

    00:12 Voyager One's Communication Blackout
    01:15 Miraculous Recovery of a Four-Year-Old Girl
    01:51 Positive Attitudes Towards Aging
    02:30 AI Detects Breast Cancer Early
    03:08 Lost Python Found at Chili's

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    4 mins
  • Elephants vs. Bees

    Elephants vs. Bees
    Dec 27 2024
    Johnny Mac shares five good news stories: a couple building a $40,000 DIY tiny house with all essential amenities, a unique solution using beehive fences in Kenya to protect crops from elephants, Miners and Sons setting the world record for the deepest concert underground, a bear casually visiting a candy shop in Tennessee, and a fun ranking of the most and least sinful cities in America. Additionally, trivia such as cities with the lowest obesity and smoking rates is included. Johnny also promotes an ad-free version of the show available on Apple Podcasts.

    00:11 DIY Tiny House Success Story
    01:12 Elephants vs. Bees: A Unique Solution
    02:06 World Record: Deepest Concert Underground
    02:44 Bear Visits Candy Shop
    03:15 Most and Least Sinful Cities in America

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    5 mins