Podcast
Nice News Today
Hosted by Case Kenny · EN
Nice News Today brings you a roundup of positive news every Monday and Friday in just 10 minutes. From breakthroughs in health and science to extraordinary people who are making our planet a better place, this podcast features uplifting stories that we believe deserve more time in the spotlight — and will make you more optimistic about the world.
Hosted by Case Kenny, Nice News Today is the perfect way to start your day with a positive mindset and leave you feeling inspired. Join over 1 million subscribers of Nice News and discover the stories that inspire hope and change.
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A $1M treasure hunt, kidney transplant milestones, and why older women are traveling solo
Sep 1200:08:58Summary readyToday’s episode dives into a treasure hunt for $1 million that will have participants trekking through the Canadian wilderness. You’ll also hear about major milestones in kidney transplants, the allure of solo travel among older women, and a retired accountant who finally achieved his lifelong dream. This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Music by Ryan Peitzke. For more good news, subscribe to the daily Nice News newsletter at NiceNews.com. The episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth. Nice News listeners get 40% off at cozyearth.com with code NICENEWS at checkout.
SummaryBenefits of rewatching your fave shows, the sleepiest states, and how to spot the northern lights
Sep 800:08:24Summary readyToday’s episode dives into the mental health benefits of rewatching your favorite TV shows. Plus, the U.S. states with the earliest and latest bedtimes, college students reducing waste, and how to spot the northern lights this fall. This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Music by Ryan Peitzke. For more good news, tune in to Nice News Today on Mondays and Fridays and subscribe to the daily Nice News newsletter at NiceNews.com. The episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth. Nice News listeners get 40% off at cozyearth.com with code NICENEWS at checkout.
SummaryAI-proof jobs, the best college dorms in the US, and a roadside stand serving up compliments
Sep 500:07:36Summary readyToday’s episode dives into a new survey that ranks the most AI-proof jobs. You’ll also hear about the best college dorm rooms in the U.S., an at-home test that may help with early Alzheimer’s detection, and the 9-year-old giving out compliments like candy.This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Music by Ryan Peitzke. For more good news, tune in to Nice News Today on Mondays and Fridays and subscribe to the daily Nice News newsletter at NiceNews.com. The episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth. Nice News listeners get 40% off at cozyearth.com with code NICENEWS at checkout.
SummaryCounting New York’s trees, perfecting beer foam, and 70 years of Guinness World Records
Sep 100:08:18Summary readyToday’s episode dives into the massive effort to count (and rate) all of New York City’s park trees. Other stories include the upcoming Women’s Professional Baseball League, Guinness World Records’ 70th anniversary, and the science behind the perfect beer foam. This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Music by Ryan Peitzke. For more good news, tune in to Nice News Today on Mondays and Fridays and subscribe to the daily Nice News newsletter at NiceNews.com. The episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth. Nice News listeners get 40% off at cozyearth.com with code NICENEWS at checkout.
SummaryAn anti-aging pill for dogs, a surprising benefit of tinted sunscreen, and a viral quinceañera
Aug 2900:09:31Summary readyToday’s episode dives into the anti-aging pill aiming to extend dogs’ lifespans. Plus, a commonly prescribed med that could help combat one of the deadliest forms of breast cancer, the 20th annual Homeless World Cup in Norway, a one-eyed goose who brought a Louisiana neighborhood together, and a surprising benefit of tinted sunscreen.This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Music by Ryan Peitzke. For more good news, tune in to Nice News Today on Mondays and Fridays and subscribe to the daily Nice News newsletter at NiceNews.com.The episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth. Nice News listeners get 40% off at cozyearth.com with code NICENEWS at checkout.
SummaryWhat makes “a good life,” a 102-year-old mountaineer, and a growing sport for the visually impaired
Aug 2500:08:45Summary readyToday’s episode dives into the concept of a psychologically rich life, which some researchers propose is what makes for a good life. Plus, you’ll hear all about the 102-year-old who became the oldest person to reach the top of Mount Fuji, the rise of blind tennis for the visually impaired, and the med student offering free podiatry care to unhoused people. This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Music by Ryan Peitzke. For more good news, tune in to Nice News Today on Mondays and Fridays and subscribe to the daily Nice News newsletter at NiceNews.com. The episode is brought to you by Hugz. Use promo code NICENEWS20 to get 20% off at givehugz.co.
SummarySummer camp for adults, therapeutic wolfdogs, and the most fun US states
Aug 2200:09:08Summary readyToday’s episode dives into the sleepaway camps that are helping adults make friends. Plus, the wolfdogs assisting veterans with their mental health, the new words added to the Cambridge Dictionary, and the most fun states in the U.S.This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Music by Ryan Peitzke. For more good news, tune in to Nice News Today on Mondays and Fridays and subscribe to the daily Nice News newsletter at NiceNews.com. This episode was brought to you by Cozy Earth. Nice News listeners get 40% off at CozyEarth.com with code NICENEWS at checkout.
SummaryThe science of “dopamine anchoring,” a more accessible national park, and celebs helping pets
Aug 1800:08:33Summary readyToday’s episode dives into the concept of dopamine anchoring and how it can help you with motivation. Plus, the national park that’s rolling out new accessibility features, the enduring sourdough boom, and the celebrity couple helping pets and pet parents in Nashville. This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Music by Ryan Peitzke. For more good news, tune in to Nice News Today on Mondays and Fridays and subscribe to the daily Nice News newsletter at NiceNews.com. The episode is brought to you by AG1. Head to drinkag1.com/nicenewstoday to try the new flavors and get a free welcome kit.
SummaryA dating app for dog lovers, promising cancer vaccine results, and real-life Christmas elves
Aug 1500:08:23Summary readyToday’s episode dives into a new dating app specifically geared toward dog lovers. Plus, an at-home therapy to add to your mental health toolbox, a promising new pancreatic cancer vaccine, and a few elves who are getting an early start on their Christmas duties.This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Music by Ryan Peitzke. For more good news, tune in to Nice News Today on Mondays and Fridays and subscribe to the daily Nice News newsletter at NiceNews.com. This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth. Nice News listeners get 40% off at cozyearth.com with code NICENEWS at checkout.
SummaryThe city winning traffic safety, an air purifier perk, and the Adam Driver movie helping farmers
Aug 1100:08:59Summary readyToday’s episode dives into the European capital city that went a year without a single traffic-related death. Plus, a study showing that air purifiers can lower blood pressure, the U.S. Open’s new record-breaking winner’s purse, and how an Adam Driver movie is helping farmers protect their livestock. This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Music by Ryan Peitzke. For more good news, tune in to Nice News Today on Mondays and Fridays and subscribe to the daily Nice News newsletter at NiceNews.com. The episode is brought to you by Hugz. Use promo code NICENEWS20 to get 20% off at givehugz.co.
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