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  • When the Flood Waters Came, So Did these Helpers

    When the Flood Waters Came, So Did these Helpers
    Jul 12 2025
    A shelter dog in Virginia finds a forever home after revealing a lifesaving skill. Comedian Roy Wood Jr. shares why the home run is so special. We salute the search and rescue teams in central Texas after the devastating floods. How groups in West Virginia are cleaning up river streams contaminated from coal mines. Plus, a small town in Nebraska opens up a time capsule once dubbed the world’s largest 50 years later. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    19 min
  • From Fear to Freedom, One Swim Lesson at a Time

    From Fear to Freedom, One Swim Lesson at a Time
    Jul 5 2025
    As the US approaches its 250th birthday, thousands of people are putting their hopes for the future on colorful wish walls across the country. This pilot flies at-risk shelter animals to places where they have a better chance of getting adopted. In St. Louis, Missouri, this all-Black swim team and their parents are diving into more than the deep end. Plus, the top five best towns to visit in America, per CNN’s readers and contributors – what towns should be on next year’s list? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    18 min
  • What If Your Home Could Change Colors Like a Mood Ring?

    What If Your Home Could Change Colors Like a Mood Ring?
    Jun 28 2025
    Color-changing paint could reduce CO2 emissions and slash your energy bill. This Hong Kong native started on the keys at three-years-old and now, he’s the top pianist of his generation. How some random meet-cutes ended up at the alter. Costa Rica’s biggest natural export might surprise you and its local environmental impact might inspire you. Plus, CNN dropped this year’s list of America’s Best Towns to Visit – have you been yet? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    18 min
  • These Dads Offer Hugs–and a Spiral–at Pride

    These Dads Offer Hugs–and a Spiral–at Pride
    Jun 21 2025
    We tell you why a group of dads are playing catch and giving hugs at Pride. A paleontologist has discovered a new dinosaur species 86 million years in the making. One mom is sharing her inspiring survival skills, after a scary car crash. A postal worker finds a forever friend on his mail route. Plus, the heartwarming hometown contest that’s keeping ‘Old Blue Eyes’ voice alive in Hoboken. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    17 min
  • You’re Invited to an Udderly Ridiculous Cow Wedding

    You’re Invited to an Udderly Ridiculous Cow Wedding
    Jun 14 2025
    This dentist once caddied at the course he’s now playing golf at with the pros. A quirky Canadian farm hosted a very moo-ving wedding ceremony. A rescue dog’s epic solo adventure made waves. How strangers helped this high school graduate crowd fund his way to college. Plus, for Father’s Day, listeners share what they love about their dads and what they love about being one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    16 min
  • Alaska Man vs. 700-pound Boulder

    Alaska Man vs. 700-pound Boulder
    Jun 7 2025
    We tell you how a hiker in Alaska survived a 700-pound boulder falling on his back. This café in a war-torn country serves cuteness with its coffee. Clownfish are learning how to survive climate change, one centimeter at a time. The horses in this program are helping men struggling with addiction to get back on their feet. Plus, how a Little Mermaid-loving toddler healed as a baby with help from under the sea Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    18 min
  • This Rock Band Could Play at a Backyard Near You

    This Rock Band Could Play at a Backyard Near You
    May 31 2025
    This rock band hopes their new tour gives big concert venues a run for their money. The most memorable part of these teens’ prom happened after the dance, when they stumbled upon a house on fire. The treatment to save his son had a hefty price tag, so this dad picked up an oar and started rowing to raise money. This club in New York City helps older adults combat loneliness. Plus, which city is the happiest in the US? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    18 min
  • Kermit the Frog’s Advice to 2025 Grads

    Kermit the Frog’s Advice to 2025 Grads
    May 24 2025
    “The Office” star teamed up with a nonprofit to offer free prom tickets to students impacted by the Eaton fire in Los Angeles. Kermit the Frog delivered a commencement speech at the University of Maryland. With months to live, this man is hitting the road to give back in all 50 states. A mini pony escaped from a rescue farm, and where she ended up next is pretty heartwarming. Plus, “The Golden Girls” reboot no one saw coming – and this time, they’ve got shells and siblings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    17 min