Miscellaneous
Podcast Transcript October 11, 2024: Record Sea Turtle Nests in Greece and The Life-Changing Power of a No-Spend Month
Episode Description Today's positive news: Karissa tells us all about the successful loggerhead sea turtle conservation efforts in Greece. Then, Arielle goes into why a No-Spend Month can change not only our financial health, but our mental health. The Optimist Daily is a project of The Read More...
Podcast Transcript October 4, 2024: 4 Ways You Can Help Hurricane Helene Victims Right Now
Epsiode Description Arielle and Karissa focus on the devastation left by Hurricane Helene, which hit Asheville, North Carolina, and surrounding areas. They highlight ways that listeners, whether near or far, can help the victims of this disaster. Where to donate: United Way Helps NC Fund Red Read More...
Podcast Transcript September 27, 2024: The 7 Types of Rest We Need and Tetris for PTSD
Episode Description Today's solutions news: Karissa shares with us the secret to feeling truly refreshed (and it's not just getting a good night's sleep). Then, Arielle reveals a surprisingly simple solution for reducing PTSD flashbacks: Tetris! The Optimist Daily is a project of The World Read More...
Podcast Transcript September 20, 2024: Bringing Back Wind-Powered Cargo Ships and Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Episode Description Today's positive news: Arielle talks about how the shipping industry is going old-school in the name of sustainability by bringing back good old-fashioned wind-powered cargo ships. Then, Karissa enlightens us with the significance of Hispanic Heritage Month which is Read More...
Podcast Transcript September 13, 2024: Why Senior Centers, College Campuses, and Day Cares Belong Together and Cool Constructions from the Ancient World
Episode Description Today's solutions news: Both Arielle and Karissa tackle the theme of housing but from very different angles. First, Arielle talks about why the days of conventional senior homes should be over. Now, care centers for older adults are being completely reimagined to combat Read More...
Podcast Transcript September 6, 2024: How the Paralympics Helps Us Talk to Kids about Limb Differences and $100 Million for Our National Parks
Episode Description This week's positive news: Arielle starts us off by talking about the ongoing Paralympics, and how this event presents the perfect opportunity for parents to address their kids' questions and curiosities about limb differences. Then Karissa brings to our attention the Read More...
Podcast Transcript August 30, 2024: Farewell Sphen, One Half of Iconic Gay Penguin Couple and Secret Languages in Relationships
Episode Description This week's lovey-dovey news: Both Karissa and Arielle are feeling the love this week! Karissa shares the love story of Magic and Sphen, the same-sex Gentoo penguin couple from Sydney's Sea Life Aquarium, who became symbols of equality and love. Unfortunately, Sphen passed Read More...
Podcast Transcript August 23, 2024: Stay Social (Without Feelings Drained) and Do Arts and Crafts Have a Bigger Impact on Life Satisfaction than Employment?
Episode Description This week's solutions news: Do you ever feel drained just looking at your social calendar? While socializing is so important for our health and longevity, it can leave us feeling exhausted at times. Arielle shares some expert tips on how to keep being social without draining Read More...
Podcast Transcript August 15, 2024: A Look Back at The Olympics: Lessons and Highlights
Episode Description This week's optimistic news: Both Karissa and Arielle are basking in the afterglow of the Olympics this week! Karissa begins by sharing five amazing mental health lessons we can all take from Simone Biles' incredible come-back at these Summer Games. Then, Arielle walks us Read More...
Podcast Transcript August 08, 2024: The Subtle Signs They're Into You and Gratitude, the Key to Longevity
Episode Description The Subtle Signs They're Into You and Gratitude, the Key to Longevity This week's positive news: Have you ever wondered whether someone finds you attractive? Arielle walks us through the subconscious ways people communicate attraction. Then, Karissa talks about the power Read More...