Here's Something Good
Each day we aspire to bring you the good news. Because there is good happening in the world, every day, everywhere — we just need to look for it and share it. Here’s Something Good is a short daily podcast that offers inspiring stories, helpful tips and shared experiences to motivate and inspire you every day. We’re letting you in on the best advice we’ve gotten, the news that’s brightening our day, and practical insights from experts and leaders you know and some that you may not, including ordinary people making an extraordinary difference. Here’s Something Good comes to you Monday through Friday — it’s a great way to start your day on the positive side of life.Here’s Something Good is a production of the Seneca Women Podcast Network and iHeartRadio, with support from Founding Partner P&G and Bank of America. For more information on Seneca Women, visit our website senecawomen.com and download the Seneca Women app free in the App Store.
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Why Now's a Good Time to Visit Sesame Street
For over 50 years Sesame Street has taught millions of kids their ABC’s as well as important lessons about caring, tolerance and dealing with their emotions. Now the beloved residents of Sesame Street are helping children get through the coronavirus. Hear from Sesame Workshop's Sherrie Westin and her special friends about how families can stay safe and keep learning at this time.
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Happy Birthday, Florence Nightingale: Lessons i...
May 12th is not only the final day of National Nurses’ Week, but also the 200th birthday of Florence Nightingale. We hear from Pam Cipriano, Dean of the UVA School of Nursing and immediate past president of the American Nurses Association, about how today’s nurses are carrying on the legacy of the Lady with the Lamp and what we can all do to honor these modern day heroes.
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The New World of Work and Your Place In It
Covid-19 has already transformed the way we work. Though change isn’t easy, author and technology analyst Chris Shipley tells why these shifts can also be a cause for optimism—and how we can each begin to prepare for the new environment.
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Why Sleep Matters Now, More Than Ever
The coronavirus has sparked a companion epidemic: insomnia. Sleep, though, could be the selfcare we all need to regulate mood, increase energy and stay productive during the pandemic. And hear sleep evangelist Arianna Huffington’s top tip to getting a good night’s sleep.
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How to Reframe Your Day for Positivity and Good...
What will it take to get us all through the pandemic? The ability to reframe our perspective just might be the powerful tool we all need right now. We got inspiration from one listener, whose approach provides an insight that science says may have lasting effects.
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This Mother's Day, Shop with Purpose
For Mother’s Day, give a gift with extra meaning. When you buy from women-owned companies, you’re supporting women entrepreneurs, who very often put purpose at the center of their business. Listen here for some amazing facts—and great gift ideas too!
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Project Isaiah: How a New Partnership is Tackli...
The scenes of hungry people lined up at food banks and the news about so many out-of-work Americans prompted one woman to come up with a solution for both problems: Project Isaiah. But it took a partnership with Gate Gourmet and Bank of America to make the project a nationwide success in just six weeks.
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How Data Can Provide Hope in Fighting the Coron...
As countries confront Covid-19, doctors around the world are sharing experiences and data. Virtue Foundation, which provides on-the-ground medical assistance and uses data to drive interventions, is also working on an innovative program to make life-saving data available to all. And you can help too.
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Why This is No Time to be Perfect
With most of us struggling to get by as best we can right now, perfection seems an unattainable goal. Girls Who Code founder Reshma Saujani, author of 'Brave, Not Perfect,' says perfection is beside the point and suggests that the current situation offers an opportunity to refocus our expectations for ourselves and others.
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Porch Parties: Finding Joy During Hard Times
Experts say happiness is a choice — but it’s not always an easy choice during difficult times. Today’s episode looks at the growing practice of “Porch Parties” and how neighbors are lifting each other’s spirits through song, dance and virtual gatherings while practicing social distance. Learn how you can join in or start your own and bring some joy to the world.
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Shopping Angels: How a Pre-Med Student Sparked ...
Today we hear about an organization that was born out of the coronavirus crisis called the “Shopping Angels.” Hear how Jayde Powell turned her simple idea into a highly effective way to assist house-bound seniors and at-risk people. And learn how volunteering can impact your life too. Visit www.shoppingangelsglobal.org for more information on volunteering, sponsoring someone’s groceries or connecting with a Shopping Angel.
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The Life-Saving Power of Positivity
When we look back at the fight against the coronavirus, we will remember the hardships but also the incredible dedication and positivity of those on the frontlines. Today we hear how medical workers are helping to save lives through positivity and the lesson we all learn from a medical expert about the real impact of positivity on health and well-being. Plus: inspiration from a health care worker, in a photo that recalls Rosie the Riveter.
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How You Can Help Others and Yourself in This Mo...
Today’s Girl Scouts—1.7 million girls strong—are the foundation of our future and striving to make a difference during the coronavirus crisis. Hear how troops around the country are innovating new ways to help their communities—and tune in for a lesson from them on how to create positive habits and even experience what researchers call “helper's high.”
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How an Attitude of Gratitude Can Help You Right...
Staying positive can be difficult right now— but all it takes is a few minutes each day to train our minds to look on the bright side. Hear from a happiness expert why gratitude can be the silver bullet and learn her simple practice that can make each day better.
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Introducing: Here's Something Good
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