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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To Boost Your Mood, Consider Your Own Friday Ni...
Looking for fun, a little exercise--and a proven mood booster? Try dancing. You can get started on some new steps when you check out the free, online lessons—in styles from salsa to line dancing— given every Friday night by the Music Center in Los Angeles. We tell how to get involved, and we talk to Dr. Elise Risher, Director of the Dance/Movement Therapy Program at Sarah Lawrence College about why dance is so beneficial.
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How to Beat Pandemic Fatigue
Seven months into the pandemic, Americans are weary, worried and exhausted from all the restrictions and changes to our old way of life. But there are simple ways to get your energy and enthusiasm back. We hear great advice from psychiatrist Dr. Gail Saltz on how to deal with pandemic fatigue.
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How Christy Turlington Burns is Making Childbir...
The former supermodel has spent the last 10 years on a mission to bring down the appallingly high rate of maternal mortality through her nonprofit Every Mother Counts. In this preview of our Made by Women podcast, she reveals why this issue is a problem not just in the developing world but also right here in the U.S.
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Join Us at the New York Stock Exchange for Wome...
In honor of the 100th anniversary of the adoption of the 19th Amendment that gave women the vote, Seneca Women and the New York Stock Exchange host a virtual forum, Women to Hear in the Economy, on Wednesday. Get a glimpse of the fascinating conversations you’ll hear at the Forum in this excerpt from a talk with a woman at the frontiers of science, Dr. Joan LaRovere of the Virtue Foundation.
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A New Statue Honors the Suffragists
Across the country, new monuments salute the leaders of the fight to get the vote for women. We look at a notable statue, honoring Susan B. Anthony, Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Sojourner Truth, in New York City’s Central Park.
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How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep, Even During Covid
Insomnia is on the rise during the pandemic—and it seems to be worse for women than men. But there are easy, natural things you can do. We get some great advice from Dr. Dianne Augelli, sleep medicine expert at Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian.
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Happiness Really is in Our Own Hands
More money doesn't mean more happiness. But doing good deeds and thinking kind thoughts actually can boost contentment. We talk to Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky, a psychology professor at UC Riverside and a creator of the world-famous "happiness pie chart” on how to be happy, even during Covid.
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How Kay Koplovitz Made It to the Top in an All-...
Kay Koplovitz revolutionized TV viewing by creating the first cable sports network--and she did it despite being the rare woman in a heavily male industry. Hear about the obstacles she faced, and overcame, in this preview of our latest Made by Women podcast.
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Honoring the Women Who Made This Day Possible
Today is the 100th Anniversary of American women getting the vote. In celebration, our new podcast, 100 Women to Hear, salutes the ground-breakers who paved the way: Sojourner Truth and Susan B. Anthony.
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100 Women to Hear: A New, Inspiring Podcast
What if you could learn from 100 of the world's most inspiring women?. Now you can. To commemorate the 100th anniversary of American women getting the vote, we're launching an exciting new podcast featuring amazing and history-making women from the past and present and women who are designing our future. Plus, learn about a virtual forum you can join on Tuesday with the New York Stock Exchange; register at www.senecawomen.com.
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We Have Her Back
When women run for political office, sexism often ensues, and the announcement of Kamala Harris as a vice-presidential candidate is sure to bring out the stereotypes. But nonprofit Time's Up has a new campaign, #WeHaveHerBack, to combat that behavior; its CEO Tina Tchen tells how you can help.
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Giving Really is the Secret to Happiness
Here's a scientifically proven way to increase your happiness, even now, during the pandemic: Give to others. Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky, professor of psychology at UC Riverside, tells us why.
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Lessons in Facing Challenges Head-On: Shyla She...
A Native American from North Dakota, Shyla Sheppard left her rural community to study at Stanford. She started her career in venture capital and then went on to found Bow and Arrow Brewery. Learn from Shyla about pivoting, ignoring the bumps in the road, and how to build a successful business.
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How to Reinvent Yourself
The notion of a new beginning is a great American tradition. And these days, with Covid-19 upending our work and home lives, reinvention is as much a necessity as wish fulfillment. For advice on creating a new you, we talk to Dr. Suedeepta "Sue" Varma, a clinical assistant professor of psychiatry at the NYU Langone Medical Center.
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The Race to Find a Rapid Covid Test
Dr. Hadley Sikes gives us a view from the medical frontlines. Imagine being able to get test results for Covid-19 in minutes rather than days. An associate professor at MIT, Dr. Sikes has been working for years with her team on the technology they’re adapting to new, faster Covid tests. Listen and learn why she's optimistic.
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How to Work Better When You're Working from Home
Love it or hate it, working from home is the new normal for many of us. And while there are plenty of gadgets and tips that can improve the situation, the real way to work better from home is to shift your outlook. Dr. Heidi Brooks, an organizational behavior professor at the Yale School of Management, tells us how.
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How to Recognize Opportunity, Even in Tough Times
Yes, there are fresh opportunities for success right now, despite the challenges of Covid-19. Elizabeth Vazquez, CEO and co-founder of WeConnect International, has advice for making the most of your connections, your own enthusiasm—and even your mistakes.
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Eat Local, Eat Better
When the pandemic made going to the grocery store feel risky or too much of a hassle, farmers' markets and farm stands became an even more attractive alternative. And now—during peak summer produce season—is the perfect time to adopt the habit. We talk to Kathleen Finlay, President of Glynwood, a sustainable agriculture and food organization, about the benefits of buying from local farmers.
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How to Focus and Get More Done
Trying to be productive while working from home is especially challenging, which accounts for a new surge of popularity for a technique that’s been around for decades. The Pomodoro Technique is named for the tomato-shaped timer that is its hallmark. We tell how it works.
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De-stress and Sleep Better Through the Power of...
It’s easy to take for granted, but your breathing is one of the most powerful tools you have for de-stressing, calming anxiety and even falling asleep at night. Dr Patricia Gerbarg, assistant clinical professor of psychiatry at New York Medical College, offers some great insights and easy tips for better breathing during these difficult times.
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Dance Your Way to Happiness
Gyms are closed and we’re stuck at home with too much screen time. The cure: Dancing. Turns out dancing is good not just for the body but is also a proven mood-booster. Learn how to make the most of your moves from Dr. Elise Risher, Director of the Dance/Movement Therapy Program at Sarah Lawrence College.
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The Ultimate "Pay It Forward"
Navigating the health care system during Covid has been particularly challenging for everyone. Now consider the extra worries if you are a person living in poverty, or an immigrant in the US with limited resources.Today we hear from Dr. Margarita Loeza, the daughter of immigrant parents, who suffered from a painful hip condition as a child. Learn how Venice Family Clinic, a nonprofit community health center, changed Dr. Loeza’s life—and how she returned the favor.
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Finding Opportunity and Success in Unlikely Places
You never know where opportunity might present itself. And sometimes the most unlikely path can lead to success. For Mei Xu, a former Chinese diplomat, the light bulb went on while she was browsing the aisles of Bloomingdale's. She went on to found the multi-million dollar global enterprise, Chesapeake Bay Candle. Hear her surprising, and very practical advice.
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The Importance of Routine Right Now
Uncertainty can cause anxiety, and at challenging times, humans seek comfort in familiarity and routine. Dr. Rachel Goldman of the NYU School of Medicine offers great advice on how to form new routines that will give us back the sense of control we’ve lost. (Hint: Take baby steps!)
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Health Update: Your Covid Questions Answered
Dr. Vanessa Raabe, an infectious disease specialist at NYU Langone, returns to our podcast to update us on what's been learned about the coronavirus during the last few months and to answer some of our most pressing questions about staying healthy and safe from Covid-19.
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