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CNN 5 Good Things

CNN 5 Good Things

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 How about a break — for your ears? At CNN, we know the news can be a lot to take in. So each week, 5 Good Things offers you a respite from the heavy headlines and intense news cycle. Treat yourself to something fun and uplifting every Saturday as we share the bright side of life from all over the globe.2024 CNN Politics & Government
Episodes
  • How a Principal Gets Kids Excited for Back to School

    How a Principal Gets Kids Excited for Back to School
    Aug 16 2025
    The “Parody Principal” remixes the morning announcements. New research breaks down the amount of dance moves cockatoos have up their wings. This CNN Hero is feeding thousands with free meals that were going to be thrown out. One musician’s loss sparked a creative solution to help others facing the same thing. Plus, getting your spouse’s attention is an art form at this beloved Iowa State fair contest. For more feelgood news, sign up for the ⁠CNN 5 Good Things newsletter⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    14 mins
  • History at Home Plate: the MLB’s First Female Umpire

    History at Home Plate: the MLB’s First Female Umpire
    Aug 9 2025
    This club is going viral and helping members relieve stress, one scream at a time. A veteran umpire is making history on the pro baseball field. Meet the world-class chef that’s running a plastic-free restaurant in hopes others will do the same. Thousands in Michigan play their library’s reading game that goes way beyond books. Plus, this isn’t your average summer camp – it’s where wisdom meets curiosity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    14 mins
  • The Groundbreaking Surgery That Spanned Continents

    The Groundbreaking Surgery That Spanned Continents
    Aug 2 2025
    A pilot surprises his grandmother with the flight of a lifetime. The rivers in this nation are so clean, locals utilize them for their commute. This group helps visually impaired people ride bikes through New York City. Creative writing classes are helping incarcerated people process their pasts and imagine new futures. Plus, this remote surgery didn’t just connect two countries – it could close healthcare gaps worldwide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    15 mins
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