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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Tips for Making Friends as an Adult
Friendships can be hard to develop and maintain as we get older. And Covid has put additional stress on those relationships. Renowned psychiatrist Dr. Gail Saltz reveals how to build and strengthen your friendships.
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Masterpiece Moment: A Great Way to See Incredi...
Bank of America’s Masterpiece Moment video series is a great way to learn about amazing art works and see them up close. Bank of America’s Rena De Sisto tells how to make the most of this incredible series.
6 min
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She’s the Vaccine Fairy: Helping People Get The...
For the elderly and the disadvantaged, getting an appointment for the Covid vaccine has been an ordeal. That’s why Katelyn Hertel founded Vaccine Fairy, a national network of more than 1,500 volunteers who help people book their shots. So far they’ve handled almost 30,000 requests.
7 min
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How Anyone Can Garden—Anywhere
If there ever was a year to raise your own flowers and vegetables, it’s this one. Gardening is the perfect Covid-era therapy—and the best part is, you can do it in even the tiniest of living spaces. Jennifer Morganthaler, professor of agriculture at Missouri State University, tells how.
7 min
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The Hidden Power of Walking
We all know that walking is good for us, but did you know how good? It’s a boost for mood, weight control—and can even foster an attitude of gratitude. Deborah Grayson Riegel, a leadership professor at Wharton Business School and Columbia Business School, reveals how to get all the benefits of this super-exercise.
9 min
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How to Argue — Productively — with Your Partner
Disagreement isn't a bad thing in a relationship. In fact, it's a crucial form of communication. Renowned psychiatrist Dr. Gail Saltz tells how to have the arguments that allow you both to get what you need.
8 min
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Changing the World One Cookie at a Time
Collette Divitto was born with Down Syndrome. But that didn’t stop her from founding Collettey’s, a now-famous cookie bakery that employs 15 people and ships nationwide. Collettey’s signature treat: The Amazing Cookie (of course)!
6 min
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Feeling Burnt Out? There's an Easy Cure for That
Twelve months of working from home is taking its toll, especially on women. But there are easy fixes for that burnt-out feeling. We get great advice from wellness expert Elizabeth Su, founder of Monday Vibes, a personal growth newsletter.
7 min
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Get Healthier, Sleep Better, Feel Better: All Y...
Getting out into nature, even for just 20 minutes, is just what we need to recover from the physical and mental doldrums of the long Covid winter. Dr. MaryCarol Hunter, landscape architect and ecologist at the University of Michigan, tells how.
8 min
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How to Stand Up for Others
What to do or say when you see social injustice? Dr. Catherine Sanderson, psychology professor at Amherst College, tells how we can all make a difference in challenging situations.
8 min
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How to Tell That's It's Time to Move On
Covid has put a strain on personal relationships, bringing some to the breaking point. Renowned psychiatrist Dr. Gail Saltz tells how to recognize the warning signs that tell you it’s time to move on.
7 min
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The Trends Affecting Women Right Now
What do Americans think about gender equality, the pay gap and women’s leadership? We get insights into those topics, and more, from Ruth Igielnik, a senior researcher at Pew Research Center.
7 min
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Why You Should Be Buying from Businesses Owned ...
Writer and activist Tria Wen tells us about some amazing businesses owned by Asian-American women. It’s a great way to show your support for the women in this community.
9 min
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How to Travel Safely This Summer
Things are loosening up and 60 percent of Americans say they plan to travel this spring or summer. But Covid is still with us. So how to safely take a trip? We get advice from Dr. Melissa Hawkins, professor of Public Health at American University.
8 min
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Decluttering Your Work-from-Home Space for Spring
If things have been piling up in the room or corner you’ve converted to an office, now’s the time to declutter and organize. We get great advice from productivity expert Lisa Woodruff, founder and CEO of 365 Organize.
6 min
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How to Return to a More Social Life
Things are starting to ease up, and that means a return to in-person gatherings. But for some people, that’s also a source of anxiety. Renowned psychiatrist Dr. Gail Saltz has advice to calm post-Covid social fears.
7 min
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The Movement Behind "Period. End of Sentence."
At 19, Sophie Ascheim won an Oscar for executive-producing the short documentary, "Period. End of Sentence." Since that day two years ago, her campaign to end period poverty has gone global.
8 min
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Kinder, More Compassionate Email
Because of the pandemic, we're sending more emails than ever. So now's the time to ask: Can we do it better? Two physicians, Dr. Adaira Landry and Dr. Resa Lewiss, tell how we can make sure our emails deliver the message we really want to send.
9 min
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A Path to Understanding
The recent surge in anti-Asian activity leaves many of us asking: What can I do?. One step toward progress is to build empathy by understanding other cultures. Jhoanna Belfer, a Filipina-American poet and owner of Bel Canto bookstore, suggests a great reading list to help us do that.
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Empowerment and Confidence from a Surprising So...
Helya Mohammadian saw her sister struggling to dress herself after surgery--and realized that for people with disabilities, putting on undergarments can be a real chore. Helya's solution: Slick Chicks, a line of fashionable and easy-to-don underwear for women and men.
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How to Get Your Point Across—Even When You're M...
It can be hard to discuss intensely-felt topics, such as whether to get the Covid vaccine. Renowned psychiatrist Dr. Gail Saltz has great advice on how to make your case in a non-judgmental and open way.
5 min
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The Surprising Power of Compliments
If your people-skills are a little rusty after the long Covid winter, now’s the time to employ a quick easy tool to re-connect. Psychotherapist Lindsay Liben tells why compliments not only make others feel good—they can also raise your own happiness level.
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How to Get Back to Your Pre-Covid Workouts
Between Covid and cold weather, a lot of us have slacked off on our exercise routines. But with a little patience and planning, it's possible to restore your old bounce and energy; physical therapist Karena Wu tells us how.
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Where to See Rosa Parks' Papers—and Millions of...
Dr. Carla Hayden, the Librarian of Congress, presides over a national treasure trove that contains historic American material, including the papers of Justices Sandra Day O'Connor and Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and civil rights activist Rosa Parks.
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Sleep Better, Stress Less
Daylight Savings Time has thrown off the sleep/wake cycle for many of us. Psychologist Dr. Shelby Harris, author of “The Women’s Guide to Overcoming Insomnia,” tells how we can get our full share of sleep and lower our stress levels.
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