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How about a break — for your ears? At CNN, we know the news can be a lot to take in. So each week, 5 Good Things offers you a respite from the heavy headlines and intense news cycle. Treat yourself to something fun and uplifting every Saturday as we share the bright side of life from all over the globe.

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Turns out “fútbol is life” wasn’t just a line for this “Ted Lasso” star. A commencement speaker gave graduates more than words of wisdom. We’ll tell you how mountain gorillas rebounded from the brink of extinction. A new children’s book honors the Ch... more

Hear why thousands of moms across the country are lining up for a night out. It’s Teacher Appreciation Week: meet the 2026 National Teacher of the Year. A two-year-old boy who was born profoundly deaf can now hear, thanks to a new FDA-approved gene t... more

This stallion season manager is celebrating a second chance at life at the 152nd Kentucky Derby. How one man is keeping a promise to his late grandmother ⁠at full speed.⁠ A family-owned supermarket is taking a page from NPR’s book with its own versio... more

A dad is teaching young boys in his community hard and soft skills for adulthood. A potentially game-changing treatment could help fight one of the deadliest cancers. The answer to the world’s plastic problem could be floating around in the ocean. Me... more

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Kurt Moore
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Carrie Champion
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Krista Bo Polanco
Host of CNN 5 Good Things

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 133 ratings
  • We need this

    It’s just a glimmer of light

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emma.j1
    United States4 months ago
  • Silly and funny and cute

    It’s fun, silly, cool and informational and cute

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    be to cool
    United States5 months ago
  • Makes us happy

    Listened to several episodes with my mom, who never listened and o podcasts before. She loved it! Gave us all so much joy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vallyjohn
    France6 months ago
  • Love the show

    please keep updating

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    123_anita
    Canada7 months ago
  • Beware

    I guess “good things” is subjective … today’s story was about a person being diagnosed with cancer and a prognosis of weeks to months to live.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    GreatNate80
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners consistently describe the show as a reliable source of joy and uplifting stories.
Several reviews note the show's bright, feel-good energy, though a few listeners wish for tighter production polish.

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Doctors are getting much closer to making pig kidneys work for humans, with two successful transplant cases showing promising results.
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Q: How did it feel to skateboard such a long distance?
Brooke expressed a mix of emotions and highlighted that crossing various checkpoints along the way were significant personal victories for her.
This Resilient Rose Survived Katrina & Blooms Nationwide
Q: What was your motivation to skateboard across America?
Brooke Johnson wanted to honor her stepfather by raising money for spinal cord research after he became a quadriplegic but unfortunately passed away during recovery.
The Runner with the Streak to Beat at the NYC Marathon
Q: Are you applying to run next year?
Krista expresses her aspiration to complete a marathon in 2025.
The Runner with the Streak to Beat at the NYC Marathon
Q: How many people are supposed to run this weekend?
Aaron mentions over 50,000 runners are expected to participate, including wheelchair athletes and those with disabilities.

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A cozy, feel-good program that shares uplifting, human-centered stories from around the world. Episodes mix personal journeys, community initiatives, and inspirational breakthroughs in health, education, and culture, often featuring advocates, caregivers, athletes, and everyday heroes. The show tends to spotlight resilience, kindness, and practical resources, making it a go-to for listeners seeking optimism and actionable ideas in a compact, approachable format.

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CNN 5 Good Things launched 2 years ago and published 118 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Mark Toothacre
2. Jose Luis Aguilar-Garcia
3. Dr. Richard Hoyer
4. Dr. Vinod Balachandran
5. Rhiannon Rees
6. Marie-Louise Edda
7. Kurt Moore
8. Carrie Champion

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