The science of “dopamine anchoring,” a more accessible national park, and celebs helping pets
Today’s episode dives into the concept of dopamine anchoring and how it can help you with motivation. Plus, the national park that’s rolling out new accessibility features, the enduring sourdough boom, and the celebrity couple helping pets and pet parents in Nashville. This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Music by Ryan Peitzke. For more good news, tune in to Nice News Today on Mondays and Fridays and subscribe to the daily Nice News newsletter at NiceNews.com. The episode is brought to you by AG1. Head to drinkag1.com/nicenewstoday to try the new flavors and get a free welcome kit.
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A dating app for dog lovers, promising cancer vaccine results, and real-life Christmas elves
Today’s episode dives into a new dating app specifically geared toward dog lovers. Plus, an at-home therapy to add to your mental health toolbox, a promising new pancreatic cancer vaccine, and a few elves who are getting an early start on their Christmas duties.This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Music by Ryan Peitzke. For more good news, tune in to Nice News Today on Mondays and Fridays and subscribe to the daily Nice News newsletter at NiceNews.com. This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth. Nice News listeners get 40% off at cozyearth.com with code NICENEWS at checkout.
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The city winning traffic safety, an air purifier perk, and the Adam Driver movie helping farmers
Today’s episode dives into the European capital city that went a year without a single traffic-related death. Plus, a study showing that air purifiers can lower blood pressure, the U.S. Open’s new record-breaking winner’s purse, and how an Adam Driver movie is helping farmers protect their livestock. This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Music by Ryan Peitzke. For more good news, tune in to Nice News Today on Mondays and Fridays and subscribe to the daily Nice News newsletter at NiceNews.com. The episode is brought to you by Hugz. Use promo code NICENEWS20 to get 20% off at givehugz.co.
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Declining depression rates in teens, tiny cat staircases, and Vatican City’s solar boost
Today’s episode dives into the good news that depression and suicide rates have declined in teenagers. You’ll also hear about how tiny staircases are helping cats in Amsterdam, a massive new solar farm, and a heroic pitbull who saved his owners’ lives.This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Music by Ryan Peitzke. For more good news, tune in to Nice News Today on Mondays and Fridays and subscribe to the daily Nice News newsletter at NiceNews.com. The episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth. Nice News listeners get 40% off at cozyearth.com with code NICENEWS at checkout. If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, dial or text 988 to get help right away.
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Solving the mystery of lightning, the real-life “Happy Gilmore,” and a growing tourism trend
Today’s episode dives into the science of lightning and what’s happening up in the clouds before electricity strikes. You’ll also hear about the real-life hockey player who inspired Adam Sandler’s “Happy Gilmore,” the growing literary tourism trend, and an unlikely friendship between a cheetah cub and a pup. This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Music by Ryan Peitzke. For more good news, tune in to Nice News Today on Mondays and Fridays and subscribe to the daily Nice News newsletter at NiceNews.com.
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