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Great News | Inspiring Stories, Positive Developments and Good News

Great News | Inspiring Stories, Positive Developments and Good News

Written by: Andrew McGivern | Good News Podcast Host - Positive News and Inspiration
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The Great News Podcast is your source for positive news, inspiring stories, and good news from around the world. We skip the doom and gloom of mainstream media to focus on scientific breakthroughs, environmental wins, and the inspiring news that proves the world is getting better. Join Andrew McGivern for a dose of optimism and uplifting stories that will change your perspective on human progress. It is easy to find the Keep looking for the good in the world, because it is not only there - its everywhere.Andrew McGivern | Good News Podcast Host - Positive News and Inspiration Politics & Government
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  • Psychedelics Without the "Trip": New Drugs for Depression and PTSD
    Feb 10 2026

    Today, we are looking at a future where diseases like Alzheimer’s can be spotted years before they start and how a simple headset might help paralyzed patients walk again. That’s our lead story today.


    Plus, we have news on a brand-new class of medicine that provides the benefits of psychedelics without the hallucinations, a way to turn whisky waste into essential nutrients, and a battery with a "heart of wood."


    And don’t forget to stick around for the speed round, where we’ll dive into even more great news.

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    7 mins
  • Moving Up: ChatGPT Health, Africa’s Surge, and the Truth About the Shrinking Middle Clas
    Feb 5 2026

    Today, we're diving into some truly groundbreaking advancements in medical technology, global health, and international trade.

    What if you had a dedicated AI health partner that understood your entire medical history to help you navigate your wellness?

    That’s our lead story today. Plus, we have a massive milestone in the fight against blindness, a historic economic shift for the African continent, and a trade deal connecting over 700 million people.

    And don't forget to stick around for the speed round, where we'll dive into even more great news

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    9 mins
  • Medical Miracles: Brazil’s HIV Milestone and Hearing Loss Breakthroughs
    Feb 2 2026

    Today, we’re diving into some truly groundbreaking advancements in medicine, environmental protection, and global justice. What if we could ensure every child is born free of a life-altering virus? That is our lead story today. Plus, we have a gene therapy that restores hearing, internet cables that can sense earthquakes, and a new way to store energy using a fluid that looks like a giant protein shake. And don’t forget to stick around for the speed round, where we’ll dive into even more great news

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    7 mins
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