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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The Woman Firefighter Who’s Battling California...
What’s it like to work 24 hours straight amid choking smoke and flames? Kerry Crivello is the mother of a 6 year old son, an EMT, and one of the rare women firefighters. She reveals why she loves what she does, and what it’s like to be a woman in her job.
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The Surprising Health Benefits of Laughter
We could all use a good laugh right now—and with good reason. Laughter has the ability to relieve pain, boost mood, improve the immune system and even prolong life. Clinical psychologist Dr. Jodi De Luca reveals the fascinating science behind this very human phenomenon, and how to get your daily ration of laughs.
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What You Need to Know Before Making a Career Pivot
If the pandemic has caused you to consider changing jobs, careers or locales, there are steps to take before making the big pivot. To find out what they are, we talk to Dr. Paula Caligiuri, Professor, International Business & Strategy, Northeastern School of Business, and author of Get a Life, Not a Job.
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The Moment Women Realized, We Are Not Alone in ...
Tina Tchen, the president and CEO of Time’s Up, tells how the organization started, why lack of money can keep women from pursuing charges against their predators, and how Time’s Up is helping them.
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Dating Advice from My 85-Year-Old Grandmother—a...
Spoken-word poet, author, and performing artist Amena Brown brings her talent for storytelling, rhyme and humor to HER with Amena Brown, the newest addition to the Seneca Women Podcast Network. This weekly show centers and elevates the voices, stories and experiences of Black, Indigenous, Asian and Latinx women, as Amena interviews amazing women groundbreakers, changemakers, artists and authors. In this special preview, Amena reveals the hilarious dating advice she got from her elderly grandmother.
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5 Easy Tips to Get Your Brain in Top Shape
The good news is that our brains are not fixed or static, that we can continue to develop them during our lifetimes—as long as we keep them in good shape. Neuroscientist Dr. Tara Swart, author of The Source: The Secrets of the Universe, the Science of the Brain, reveals the five things all of us can do to keep our brains in top shape.
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Yes, You Can Take a Fall Vacation. Here’s How t...
Your destination may be different than you originally envisioned, and you may have to take some extra precautions. But, according to AMA president Dr. Sue Bailey, if you do a little planning you can see new sights, do new things and bring home nothing more worrisome than happy memories
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RBG & Me: How an 8-Year-Old Girl Connected with...
In 2016, a schoolgirl in Maryland dressed up like RBG and her photo on Facebook went viral. It caught the attention of none other than the Justice herself. Learn how one of the most famous women in America reached out and inspired a young admirer.
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The Most Memorable Quotes from RBG
Besides being an unparalleled champion of equality and one of this country's greatest legal minds, Ruth Bader Ginsburg was also eminently quotable. As the nation honors the late Justice, we recall some of her wisest and wittiest sayings—they offer practical life lessons we can all use now.
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Why We Undervalue Women’s Time — And How To Fix...
Even in 2020, women still do most of the housework and child-rearing in societies around the world. Eve Rodsky, author of the book Fair Play, says that’s because women’s time is valued like sand—infinite and not worth much. Rodsky tells how taking a fresh perspective on women’s and men’s time can move couples toward equality in the home.
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg, in Her Own Voice
The trailblazing Supreme Court Justice was a captivating speaker: Witty, inspiring, and eloquent. Listen as she reveals the advice she got from Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, in an excerpt from a 2015 speech RBG gave at the Seneca Women tribute to the first woman on the US Supreme Court.
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How to Use the Power of Words to Make Yourself ...
Words are powerful things. But in our 24/7 media environment, we are inundated with negative words and images—and that can be detrimental to your state of mind. We get great advice on how change that equation, and use words to make yourself happier, stronger and more confident. from neuroscientist Dr. Tara Swart, author of The Source: The Secrets of the Universe, the Science of the Brain.
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How to Stay Motivated and Get Your Work Done Du...
Many of us are still officing from home, and the constant disruptions make it hard to be a self-starter and get our work done. We learn some great tips to re-kindle the fire of self-motivation from Dr. Ayelet Fishbach, professor of Behavioral Science and Marketing at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, and an expert on motivation and decision making.
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What If These Are the Good Old Days? Finding Op...
Getting through challenging times requires a few deep breaths—and a shift in perspective. We talk to Elizabeth Vazquez, president, co-founder and CEO of WeConnect International, a nonprofit for women entrepreneurs, about how she finds optimism and meaning in this moment.
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Justin Baldoni on How to Raise Equality-Minded ...
He’s best known for playing the romantic lead on Jane the Virgin, but Justin Baldoni is also a director, producer, entrepreneur—and an advocate for a fresh perspective on masculinity that says men must take an active role in advancing progress for women and for men. In this episode, he tells how parents can raise children who prioritize equality and fairness.
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After 6 Months of Ultra-Togetherness, Little Th...
More than 6 months of sharing the same work and living space during the pandemic can pose challenges for even the strongest relationships. Dr. Harry Reis, Professor of Psychology at the University of Rochester, tells how to use this time to strengthen the bonds that brought you together in the first place.
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A Must-See Short Film About Frontline Heroism
Today's anniversary of 9-11 is an appropriate time to reflect on the heroism of those who risked their lives for others that day—and to recognize those who are still doing so, as medical personnel battling the coronavirus. We revisit the mini-documentary "Frontliners," made by a trio of young filmmakers to show the bravery and very personal experiences of these health care workers. To watch the film visit: https://youtu.be/Wz53BUlETlY
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The Unknown Bravery of Women on 9-11
Friday is the 19th anniversary of the tragedy that forever changed America. We suggest ways to commemorate the day; one great one is to learn the overlooked stories of the brave women firefighters, police and EMTs who risked their lives to help others. We talk to Mary Carouba, co-author with Susan Hagen, of Women at Ground Zero.
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How a War Survivor Found Hope and Happiness: Ma...
We can choose happiness, and we can reframe even the worst experiences for a positive outcome. Maja Kazazic is living proof of that. She survived the brutal war in her native Bosnia, moved to the US and then went on to found a successful software company. In this episode, Maja tells how she refused to let her devastating injuries destroy her and how we can each choose happiness.
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Soccer Legend Abby Wambach on the Leadership Sk...
To kick off a new season of Conversations on Power and Purpose, we’re launching a special, six-episode series called Getting to Equal. It features dynamic speakers in conversation with guest hosts Carolyn Tastad, Group President, North America, and Deanna Bass, Vice President, Global Equality and Inclusion—both of P&G. In this preview of tomorrow’s Conversation, soccer champ and author Abby Wambach tells how women can lead with authenticity, make failure their fuel and command the respect they deserve.
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Putting a Women’s Lens on a “Women’s Disease”
The pandemic has taken an extra toll on women. And among those disproportionately affected by Covid are Alzheimer’s patients—two thirds of whom are women. All which makes the work of UCSF neurologist Dr. Fanny Elahi even more crucial. In this excerpt from 100 Women to Hear, we talk to Dr. Elahi about how she brings a “women’s lens” to her work on early detection of degenerative brain disease, including Alzheimer’s — and how a women’s lens can lead to better health outcomes for all.
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Helping Every Student Make Their College Dream ...
A college diploma is the best ticket to upward mobility. But while many lower-income students plan to go to college, they often fail to attend because they lack information and guidance. The nonprofit College Advising Corps provides these students with the advice and support they need to make college a reality. We talk to CAC founder Nicole Hurd and Bank of America’s Kerry Sullivan.
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Solving the Issues That Hold Women Back: Sheila...
Finding affordable, quality child care has always been a dilemma for working women; in fact it's one of the hurdles to women's advancement in the workforce. In this preview of Made by Women, Sheila Marcelo, founder of Care.com, reveals why the current moment may in fact be an opportunity to put child care and elder care on the nation's agenda.
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How You Can Benefit from the New World of Work
Remote working, the gig economy—these shifts were already underway before the pandemic. Author and technology analyst Chris Shipley talks to Kim Azzarelli about the new world of work and how each of us can benefit from it.
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How to Make Tech Work for You, Not the Other Wa...
Arianna Huffington revolutionized the media word when she created Huffington Post, the global news-and-commentary phenomenon. Now she's revolutionizing how we deal with the technology that's fueling our always-on, 24/7 lifestyle. In this preview of 100 Women to Hear, she reveals the simple actions that can lead to a healthier, happier work and personal life.
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