The Good News You Need - The Hope You Want

Good news from around the world. Daily proof that humanity is better than the headlines.Host Steve Rhode shares 3-5 minutes of genuinely positive stories every day - business openings, community celebrations, achievements, and interesting moments from around the globe. No crime, no politics, no division. Just stories that remind you most people are fundamentally good.Steve's philosophy: "As long as you're not on fire, it's going to be a good day."This show is for anyone drowning in negative news who needs a different perspective.

The Good News You Need - The Hope You Want is a news podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 14 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts The Good News You Need - The Hope You Want, a news show with 14 episodes published.

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  A billion-dollar tech upgrade in Ohio, innovative ideas coming to Nigeria, the ultimate Polish food tour in Chicago, and AI that finally remembers you - The Good News You Need

  Oct 30, 20256 minS0

  <p>A billion-dollar tech upgrade in Ohio, innovative ideas coming to Nigeria, the ultimate Polish food tour in Chicago, and AI that finally remembers you.</p><p>Today's stories:</p>Nationwide insurance company invests $1.5 billion in technology upgrades including $300 million for artificial intelligence and damage-prevention sensors in Columbus, Ohio. Read more: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/10/29/nationwide-tech-ai-upgrade.htmlTEDxPortHarcourt prepares for 2025 with focus on Niger Delta region, spotlighting energy innovation, environmental solutions, food systems, and community action in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. Read more: https://businessday.ng/news/article/energy-environment-others-get-priority-attention-as-tedxportharcourt-beams-focus-on-niger-delta/Two food enthusiasts create ultimate guide to seven authentic Polish restaurants se...

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  97-year-old pink building getting a makeover, sacred artifacts returning home, Texas pizzeria in Ohio, bank opening from success - The Good News You Need

  Oct 29, 20254 minS0

  <p>97-year-old pink building getting a makeover in Chicago, sacred artifacts returning home the right way, a Texas pizzeria heading to Ohio, and a bank opening because business is booming.</p><p>Today's stories:</p>The iconic Edgewater Beach Apartments in Chicago, Illinois is getting its first paint job in 25 years, restoring the 97-year-old landmark to its original sunset pink glory with over 500 gallons of specially-formulated paint per wing. Read more: https://chicago.suntimes.com/architecture-design/2025/10/28/edgewater-beach-apartments-landmark-pink-paintThe Vatican Museum is returning sacred cultural objects to Indigenous communities in Canada with proper ceremonies honoring their sacred nature, working directly with First N...

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  750th birthday cake in Amsterdam, historic church grant in Columbus, India's smartphone export boom, AI investment in Ohio - The Good News You Need

  Oct 28, 20255 minS0

  <p>750th birthday cake in Amsterdam, historic church grant in Columbus, India's smartphone export boom, and AI investment in Ohio.</p><p>Today's stories:</p>Amsterdam, Netherlands celebrated its 750th anniversary with a 75-meter-long birthday cake in the city center, bringing the community together for a historic milestone. Read more: https://www.dutchnews.nl/2025/10/amsterdam-celebrates-its-750th-birthday-with-a-massive-cake/A 156-year-old historic church on Capitol Square in Columbus, Ohio received a grant for building upgrades, preserving a landmark in the heart of downtown. Read more: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/10/27/capitol-square-church-upgrades-grant.htmlIndia hit a record $1.8 billion in smartphone exports in September, doubling pr...

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  Mechanical contractor expanding within a month, hotel profits jumping 74 percent in India, Oakland rapper reopening his favorite nightclub, thousands of holiday jobs opening - The Good News You Need

  Oct 27, 20255 minS0

  <p>Mechanical contractor expanding within a month, hotel profits jumping 74 percent in India, Oakland rapper reopening his favorite nightclub, thousands of holiday jobs opening.</p><p>Today's stories:</p>Mechanical Services and Design, the Dayton region's largest mechanical contractor, is expanding just one month after moving into new headquarters, creating 25 jobs and retaining 231 existing positions in Riverside, Ohio. Read more: https://www.bizjournals.com/dayton/news/2025/10/24/mechanical-services-design-clean-energy-riverside.htmlITC Hotels in India launches their new Epiq Collection with plans to add 1,000 premium hotel rooms after second quarter profits jumped 74 percent and revenue grew 8 percent. Read more: https://www.business-standard.com/companies/ne...

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  Messi extends Miami contract, Irish dairy farmers win quality awards, Queensland solar milestone, free hiring guide - The Good News You Need

  Oct 24, 20255 minS0

  <p>Messi extends his Miami contract through 2028, Irish dairy farmers win quality awards, Queensland hits a solar milestone, and a free guide to help small businesses hire their first employee.</p><p>Today's stories:</p>Lionel Messi signs contract extension with Inter Miami through 2028, choosing to keep competing at the highest level at age 38 instead of winding down his career. Read more: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/10/messi-signs-new-inter-miami-contract-till-2028/The Ryan family from County Tipperary, Ireland wins the country's most prestigious dairy farming award, demonstrating that high productivity and environmental protection can go hand in hand. Read more: https://www.agriland.ie/fa...

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