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  • A Special Announcement

    A Special Announcement
    Aug 8 2026
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  • A New Search for Amelia Earhart’s Plane is Taking Flight

    A New Search for Amelia Earhart’s Plane is Taking Flight
    Aug 1 2026
    A paraplegic man and his best friend set off on a trip that could redefine what accessibility means. Meet the CNN Hero protecting mountain gorillas by empowering their human neighbors. Researchers are heading to a remote Pacific island hoping to solve the decades-old mystery of what happened to Amelia Earhart. Women's professional baseball begins a historic new chapter in front of a sold-out crowd. Plus, we'll tell you why thousands gather in Tuscany for one of Italy's most charming races. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Senior Producer: Zach Goldbaum, Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Laura Sharman, Kathleen Toner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    18 min
  • A Pilot Throws a Surprise Airport Concert

    A Pilot Throws a Surprise Airport Concert
    Jul 25 2026
    This commercial airline pilot has a second career leaves passengers smiling after they land. Happy hour at one assisted living facility was on the rocks until this octogenarian stepped in. As CNN Heroes celebrates 20 years, we revisit a 2012 Hero who turned sports into a path to recovery. The winners of the “world coolest marathon” share what it takes to run at the top of the globe. Plus, one psychologist explains why making fewer decisions might lead to a happier life. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson, Leying Tang Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Jackson Loo, Christie O'Reilly, James Mazzullo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    16 min
  • The Warm Welcome Outlasting the World Cup

    The Warm Welcome Outlasting the World Cup
    Jul 18 2026
    This 12-year-old bull rider from Australia is bucking expectations as she chases a world title. Rapper Pitbull and thousands of his fans came together to party and set a world record. A dinosaur fossil left in a drawer for decades turned out to be the first one discovered on this continent. New opportunities for at-risk youth are blooming after two CNN Heroes team up to do even more good. Plus, the World Cup is winding down, but the connections it sparked are outlasting the tournament. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Hilary Whiteman, Samantha Lindell, Kathleen Toner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • The Woman Who Conquered the Pacific in Record Time

    The Woman Who Conquered the Pacific in Record Time
    Jul 11 2026
    No one has carried their partner to more world championship wins than this Finnish man. Meet one of this year’s CNN Heroes who offers more than a roof over the heads of people experiencing homelessness in Syracuse, New York. Kelsey Pfendler completed a record-breaking row from California to Hawaii. These furry airport employees in West Virginia have helped solve a costly problem that's plagued aviation for decades. Plus, the next time you’re feeling overwhelmed, take this neuroscientist’s advice. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Bryce Urbany, Christie O'Reilly, Meg Dunn , Kareem El Damanhoury Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • Inside America's 250th Birthday Time Capsule

    Inside America's 250th Birthday Time Capsule
    Jul 4 2026
    An acclaimed pianist gathered thousands of people’s thoughts and reflections of what it means to be an American. Hundreds of items are being preserved in a capsule that captures America’s 250 years. A legendary locomotive and a grassroots running community are making coast-to-coast trips with a whistle and a flag you can’t miss. Plus, these towns from CNN’s annual list prove some of America’s best destinations are off the beaten path. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Andy Buck, Linda Gaudino, Deb Brunswick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    17 min
  • Ever Wonder What a Plant Sounds Like?

    Ever Wonder What a Plant Sounds Like?
    Jun 27 2026
    Two families linked by one lifesaving gift finally meet face-to-face for the first time. World Cup fever is transforming cities across the US, especially one small college town in Kansas. A new music festival is giving an iconic legacy a fresh chapter. If you thought twins were rare, this family from Texas begs to differ. One composer found a way to turn nature into beautiful music with a deeply personal mission. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson, Ifeoma Dike Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Phil Clarke Hill, David Rind Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • The World Cup Watch Party Nobody Saw Coming

    The World Cup Watch Party Nobody Saw Coming
    Jun 20 2026
    Their home team didn’t qualify for the World Cup, so a local pub found a new team to support in a heartwarming way. Meet the young fashion designer turning heads and breaking records. The inspiration for a first-of-its-kind role for this musician started with a Disney classic. US adults struggle with money basics... learn how these students are investing into their future. Plus, want a more meaningful life? A happiness expert says you're probably avoiding the answer. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Lacey Russell, Madeline Holcombe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    15 min