• Record Sea Turtle Nests in Greece and The Life-Changing Power of a No-Spend Month
    Oct 11 2024

    Today's positive news:

    Karissa tells us all about the successful loggerhead sea turtle conservation efforts in Greece. Then, Arielle goes into why a No-Spend Month can change not only our financial health, but our mental health.

    Transcript link:

    https://www.optimistdaily.com/?p=1419115

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    16 mins
  • 4 Ways You Can Help Hurricane Helene Victims Right Now
    Oct 4 2024

    Arielle and Karissa focus on the devastation left by Hurricane Helene, which hit Asheville, North Carolina, and surrounding areas. They highlight ways that listeners, whether near or far, can help the victims of this disaster.

    Where to donate:
    United Way Helps NC Fund
    Red Cross
    Manna Food Bank
    Asheville Humane Society
    Wooden Robot Brewery
    The Salvation Army
    Indian Aroma Bistro

    Transcript link:

    https://www.optimistdaily.com/?p=1419072

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    6 mins
  • The 7 Types of Rest We Need and Tetris for PTSD
    Sep 27 2024

    Today's solutions news:

    Karissa shares with us the secret to feeling truly refreshed (and it's not just getting a good night's sleep). Then, Arielle reveals a surprisingly simple solution for reducing PTSD flashbacks: Playing Tetris!

    Transcript link:

    https://www.optimistdaily.com/?p=1419033

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    19 mins
  • Bringing Back Wind-Powered Cargo Ships and Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
    Sep 20 2024

    Today's positive news:

    Arielle talks about how the shipping industry is going old-school in the name of sustainability by bringing back good old-fashioned wind-powered cargo ships. Then, Karissa enlightens us with the significance of Hispanic Heritage Month, which is celebrated in the United States every year from September 15th to October 15th.

    Transcript link:

    https://www.optimistdaily.com/?p=1419018

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    17 mins
  • Why Senior Centers, College Campuses, and Day Cares Belong Together and Cool Constructions from the Ancient World
    Sep 13 2024

    Today's solutions news:

    Both Arielle and Karissa tackle the theme of housing but from very different angles. First, Arielle talks about why the days of conventional senior homes should be over. Now, care centers for older adults are being completely reimagined to combat loneliness and cognitive decline, and we're loving the results! Then, Karissa draws inspiration from the innovative cooling architecture of ancient civilizations to help us make our homes more climate resilient.

    Transcript Link:

    https://www.optimistdaily.com/?p=1418987

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    17 mins
  • How the Paralympics Helps Us Talk to Kids about Limb Differences and $100 Million for Our National Parks
    Sep 6 2024

    This week's positive news:

    Arielle starts us off by talking about the ongoing Paralympics, and how this event presents the perfect opportunity for parents to address their kids' questions and curiosities about limb differences. Then Karissa brings to our attention the historic $100 million donation given to the US's National Park Foundation by Lilly Endowment Inc. She then walks us through just how it will help improve the country's many national parks.

    Transcript link:

    https://www.optimistdaily.com/?p=1418955

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    18 mins
  • Farewell Sphen, One Half of Iconic Gay Penguin Couple and Secret Languages in Relationships
    Aug 30 2024

    This week's lovey-dovey news:

    Both Karissa and Arielle are feeling the love this week! Karissa shares the love story of Magic and Sphen, the same-sex Gentoo penguin couple from Sydney's Sea Life Aquarium, who became symbols of equality and love. Unfortunately, Sphen passed away recently, and the entire penguin community at Sea Life sang in chorus to grieve the loss of their colony member. Then, Arielle brings up the quirky "secret languages" between couples. This sometimes cringeworthy private habit actually makes us closer and strengthens the relationship. She explains why.

    Transcript link:

    https://www.optimistdaily.com/?p=1418933

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    16 mins
  • Stay Social (Without Feeling Drained) and Do Arts and Crafts Have a Bigger Impact on Life Satisfaction than Employment?
    Aug 23 2024

    This week's solutions news:

    Do you ever feel drained just looking at your social calendar? While socializing is so important for our health and longevity, it can leave us feeling exhausted at times. Arielle shares some expert tips on how to keep being social without draining all your energy. Then, Karissa has great news for crafty folks everywhere! She explains the vital role arts and crafts play in our overall well-being, and why you might want to pick up a creative hobby, as soon as possible.

    Transcript link:

    https://www.optimistdaily.com/?p=1418897

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    22 mins