A World of Hopes: Recent Episodes
Chuck Rendon & Amy Naluai
Each week Amy and Chuck set out to highlight the best of humanity with stories of good news and positivity.
Welcome to a World of Hopes.
A new study suggests that regularly practicing gratitude might prolong your life. Happy Thanksgiving and welcome to a World of Hopes!
For complete show notes please visit:
https://worldofhopes.com/podcast/gratitude
Join Amy and Chuck as they celebrate four years of A World of Hopes with an inspiring Graduation story that proves you're never too old to pursue your dreams.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
For complete show notes please visit:
https://worldofhopes.com/podcast/4years
A Man invites three workers outside of Home Depot to enjoy a day at the Happiest Place on Earth.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Man Invites Workers to Disneyland for the Day
- Jesus Morales on Instagram
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: WorldofHopes.com
A crafty Dad in England creates a spectacularly spooky Haunted Halloween House to help raise money for a local children's hospice.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Dad Makes Epic Haunted House to Benefit Local Children's Hospice
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: WorldofHopes.com
Welcome to Cinespark, a fun break from our regular show format where we take a deeper look at the films we love and examine them through the lens of hope and positivity. This month we're discussing A Goofy Movie.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Stream A Goofy Movie (JustWatch)
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- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
Celebrate three years of a World of Hopes as Amy and Chuck share some personal hope and discuss the future of the podcast.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
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- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: WorldofHopes.com
On a particularly hot Southern day, young Niko decides to sell lemonade to raise money to attend an exclusive soccer camp in Portugal. Little does Niko know, TikTok, Venmo, and the power of social media are about to make the young soccer player's dream come true.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- TikTok Venmo Challenge Sends Kid to Soccer Camp (part 2)
- TikTok Venmo Challenge Sends Kid to Soccer Camp (part 1)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: WorldofHopes.com
17-year-old Adrian goes above and beyond to return a lost purse to it's owner, Eliana. What Adrian doesn't realize... there's a pretty hefty finder's fee attached to this particular bag.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Teen finds Woman's Purse and is Rewarded
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- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: WorldofHopes.com
Paul Rudd bestows an amazing gift along with handwritten words of encouragement to a young boy dealing with schoolyard bullying.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Paul Rudd Befriends Boy Who Had No Friends
- High School Teens Support 6th Grader
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- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: WorldofHopes.com
David is a very dedicated thrift store volunteer who commutes 4 hours to and from the store each shift in order to help his local hospice center... oh and he happens to be 100 years old.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Thrift Shop Volunteer Commutes 4 Hours to Work
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- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: WorldofHopes.com
Welcome to Cinespark, a fun break from our regular show format where we take a deeper look at the films we love and examine them through the lens of hope and positivity. This month we're discussing Hello, My Name Is Doris.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Stream Hello, My Name Is Doris (Netflix)
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- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we bring you a heartwarming story about a community coming together to purchase a house for one of their own.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Neighbors Buy House for a Woman in Need
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- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: WorldofHopes.com
This week we bring you a young child herding a lost lamb back to the safety of its mother.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Child Helps Direct Lamb Back to its Mother
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- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we bring you a very emotional reunion between two young cousins.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Cousins Reuniting (Good News Movement)
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- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how an industrious 9 year old's lemonade stand was able to raise a good amount of money for his local Humane Society.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- 9 Year-Old's Lemonade Stand raises $2,000 for Humane Society
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we celebrate a World of Hope's second anniversary by mixing things up and injecting a bit of personal hope into the conversation.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Our Favorite Episodes:
- Amy : A Wrong Number Brings Hope (11/2021)
- Chuck: The Peptoc Hotline Brings Hope (04/2022)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
Welcome to Cinespark, a brand new monthly show format where we take a deeper look at the films we love and examine them through the lens of hope and positivity. This month we're discussing Disney's Encanto.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Stream or Purchase Disney's Encanto
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss an inspirational birthday idea that we hope catches on and becomes a new way to celebrate.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- The sweetest birthday party
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- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how London is going above and beyond to ensure the safety of the toad population in their community.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Road in London Closes for Toad Migration
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- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss an ingenious new pep talk hotline that offers advice and words of encouragement from elementary school students.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Kids Give You Pep Talks on Recorded Hotline
- Advice from West Side Elementary (Youtube)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
Welcome to Cinespark, a brand new monthly show format where we take a deeper look at the films we love and examine them through the lens of hope and positivity. This month we're discussing The Greatest Showman.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- The Greatest Showman (Just Watch)
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- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss an amazing encounter between Jedi Master Fluke Skywalker and a young deaf Padawan.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Fluke Skywalker signs to deaf Star Wars fan
- Book Fluke Skywalker for your event
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss a promising new study that may lead to much more accessible workout routines.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Lifting Weights for Just Three Seconds a Day Helps Muscles Grow
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- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss an inspiring elderly ice skater who proves you're never too old to learn something new.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- It's never too late to learn to skate (Instagram)
- I Learned to Skate in my 70s (Guardian)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
We're excited to introduce Cinespark, a brand new monthly show format where we take a deeper look at the films we love and examine them through the lens of hope and positivity. This month we're discussing Disney's Enchanted.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Disney's Enchanted (Disney+)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we gush over a video of a very proud Brother meeting his new baby Sister for the first time.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Siblings meet for the first time (Good News Movement)
- Book of Boba Fett (Disney+)
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- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we touch on the remarkable legacy of Betty White as we discuss the results from the #BettyWhiteChallenge.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Almost $13 Million Raised for Animal Shelters to Honor Betty White
- Actors and Others for Animals Charity
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- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how a loyal dog was able to lead police back to the scene of her owner's car crash.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Determined 'Lassie' Dog leads Police back to site of Owner's car crash
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how an observant fan was able to spot a hockey equipment manager's skin cancer.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Ice hockey fan spots cancerous spot on staffer's neck
-
Hockey fan surprised with $10,000
-
Free Guy (Amazon)
- Free Guy (Disney+)
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Movie (Netflix)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how a community manages to stay connected with holiday lights and decorations.
Happy New Year from a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
-
Man strings Christmas lights to support Neighbor
-
A California Christmas (Netflix)
- A California Christmas City Lights (Netflix)
- Jack (Amazon)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how a brother and sister duo are collecting toys to help brighten the holiday season for children in the hospital.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
-
Columbus brother, sister help spread joy to Children's Hospital
-
Last Christmas (Just Watch)
- Jingle All the Way (Disney+)
- Jingle All the Way (Amazon)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how a number mix-up lead to an unexpected friendship that has been going strong for 20 years.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Wrong number leads to 20 year friendship
-
Wrong number leads to 20 year friendship (Instagram)
-
Babes in Toyland (Disney+)
- Ernest Saves Christmas (Disney+)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how a wish granted from Make-A-Wish is set to feed the homeless for an entire year.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
-
13 year old Boy uses Make-A-Wish to feed the homeless every month for a year
-
Noelle (Disney+)
- Shang-Chi (Disney+)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how an accidental text lead to a new friendship and an enduring Thanksgiving tradition.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Wrong number leads to new Thanksgiving tradition
-
Jamal Hinton's Twitter
-
The Big Leap (Fox)
- Jungle Cruise (Disney+)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how a Neighbor's simple gift of bananas ignited social media and left us all smiles.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Banana Neighbor (Instagram)
-
Banana Neighbor (TikTok)
-
Tiny House Nation (Netflix)
- The Goldbergs (ABC)
- The Goldbergs (Hulu)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how Noodle the pug is providing countless smiles and an important reminder to check in on your mental health.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Noodle the Pug (TikTok)
- Noodle Bones Day Interview (Mashable)
-
Noodle CNN Profile
-
Downton Abbey (Netflix)
- Downton Abbey (PBS)
- Mrs. Doubtfire (Amazon)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how kids can cash in on leftover trick-or-treat candy while supporting United States troops stationed overseas.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Halloween Candy Buy Back Program
-
ABC News profiles Halloween Buy Back (Youtube)
-
Knives Out (Amazon)
- Trick or Treat Donald Duck short (Disney+)
- Lonesome Ghosts short (Disney+)
- The Adventures of Ichabod & Mr. Toad (Disney+)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how a marathon runner ignited some hope within us.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
-
You're never too late (Chicago Marathon)
-
Muppet Haunted Mansion (Disney+)
- The Masked Singer (FOX)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how the loss of a wallet led to a friendly new connection and an inspiring act of kindness.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
-
Lost Wallet Leads to Miraculous Outcome
-
Marriage Story (Netflix)
- Are You Afraid of the Dark? 2019 (Netflix)
- Are You Afraid of the Dark? 2019 (Paramount+)
- Are You Afraid of the Dark? Original Series (Paramount+)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how a man and his daughter are bringing shelter and peace of mind to the victims of California's wildfires.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
-
Man Delivers Donated RVs to Wildfire Victims
-
Vampires vs. the Bronx (Netflix)
- Pushing Daisies (JustWatch)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how video games are raising the spirits of pediatric cancer patients.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
-
Teen Who Lost Dad Brings Power of Play to Kids
-
Hart of Dixie (IMDb TV)
- Frankenweenie (Disney+)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss a few funny and well-timed animal photos that had us smiling from ear-to-ear.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Comedy Wildlife Photography 2021 finalists
-
GoodNewsNetwork's favorite finalists
-
Nightbooks (Netflix)
- Yung Pueblo
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how an entire town put their whole selves in to help celebrate the birthday of a Hokey Pokey loving neighbor.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
-
Hokey Pokey Birthday flash mob
-
Crumbl Cookies
- Haunted Road Podcast
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how a flock of sheep provided a unique and touching tribute to a farmer's beloved Aunt.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
-
Sheep form heart to pay tribute to beloved Aunt
-
Cruella (Disney+)
- Hamilton (Disney+)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how a medal winning Olympian continued to inspire the world by auctioning off a prized possession for a family in need.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
-
Olympian Auctions Silver Medal for Infant
-
The Chair (Trailer)
- The Chair (Netflix)
- Zack to the Future Podcast
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how a Humpback Whale was able to provide a diver with a once in a lifetime experience.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
-
Whale gives woman experience of a lifetime
-
Down to Earth with Zac Efron (Netflix)
- Honey, I Shrunk the Kids (Disney+)
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- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how a giant beach ball was able to bring a community together and enshrine a new Summer tradition.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
-
Wisconsin town falls in love with a beach ball
-
Behind the Attraction (Disney+)
- Late Night (Amazon)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how an influencer was able to overfill the tip jar of a passionate airport pianist.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Piano Player Receives $61k tip (Washington Post)
- Tonee the Piano Man (Instagram)
- Carlos Whittaker (Instagram)
-
Human Hope Podcast Episode 21
-
Midnight in Paris (Amazon)
- The DoomBuggies Podcast
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how one man scaled England's highest peaks to bring back inspiration and community to his fellow amputees.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
-
Amputee climbs England's highest peaks
-
Loki (Disney+)
- Words on Bathroom Walls (Amazon)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how an unexpected kidney donor granted new life for a family in need.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
-
Bride donates kidney to Groom's Ex-Wife
-
Luca (Disney+)
- The Rocketeer (Disney+)
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- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we highlight the power of love and perseverance as we discuss a few inspirational weddings.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Alzheimer's couple marries twice
-
95-year-olds who found love during Covid get married
-
Sun Bum SPF 45 Sunscreen Face Mist
- Anxious Like You Podcast
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we highlight an inspirational Archer who's heart and determination may lead to gold. We also mention how a family can be found nearly anywhere, including next door.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Neighbors step up to help young family
-
Meet the armless archer aiming for gold
-
Loki (Disney+)
- About Time (Netflix)
- The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers (Disney+)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how a talented individual is singing to brighten the day of some McDonald's patrons. We also mention a lawyer who was able to author an inspirational comeback story.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Judge gave Drug Dealer a second chance
-
Fans of McDonald's drive-thru feast on songs
-
The Princess Bride (Disney+)
- Ducktales 2017 (Disney+)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how a return to the Happiest Place on Earth brought with it renewed hope and a few tears. We also mention a simple act of compassion that completely turned someone's day around.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Amy's Disneyland Photos (Instagram)
- Amy's return to Main Street, U.S.A (Instagram)
-
Stranger lays on ground to calm boy with Autism
-
Clark Little Shorebreak Photography
- Clark Little's Instagram
- Solos (Amazon Prime)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we celebrate a World of Hope's one year anniversary by mixing things up and injecting a bit of personal hope into the conversation.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Fundraising for Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation
- Virtual CHOC Walk Fundraiser for CHOC Children's Hospital
-
CHOC Presents: Why We Walk (YouTube)
-
The Giant Mechanical Man (Amazon)
- Window to the Magic: The Disneyland Adventure Podcast
Our Favorite Episodes:
- Amy : The Holidays Bring Hope (12/2020)
- Chuck: Halloween Brings Hope (10/2020)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we show how painting and perseverance brought with it renewed optimism for stroke patients. We also give further proof that, even through a pandemic, people's desire to help their fellow neighbor can't be contained.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- 7 in 10 Americans agree 2020 made them a better person
- Rebuilding a life one brushstroke at a time
-
Stroke of Hope by Chen Facebook page
-
Begin Again (Free watch on IMDbTV)
- Begin Again (Amazon)
- Hunt for the Wilderpeople (Netflix)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we show how maintaining a garden can improve physical and mental wellbeing. We also discuss how the return of some magic to Southern California brought with it renewed optimism.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Disneyland reopens! (Yahoo News)
- Emotional photos of Disneyland reopening (Mashable)
-
Attitudes and the perceived health benefits of home gardening (ScienceDirect)
-
Piccadilly Journals
- The Falcon and The Winter Soldier (Disney+)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we show how a UPS truck delivered joy to a special young fan. We also take a look at how a Rail Worker put himself in harm's way to save a child in need.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- UPS drivers surprise toddler (GMA)
- Toddler greets UPS drivers daily (ABC 7)
-
Rail Worker saves Child from train (GoodNewsNetwork)
-
Huberman Lab Podcast
- Huberman Lab (YouTube)
- Huberman Lab (Instagram)
- LeVar Burton Reads Podcast
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we show how a company is making socks a welcomed addition to Earth Day festivities. We also take a look at how a Fraternity helped bring earlier than expected retirement to one special lady.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Drop off your old socks to get recycled (GoodNewsNetwork)
- Smartwool Second Cut Project
- Second Cut Project participating retailers
-
Fraternity pays off mortgage (The Advocate)
-
Our Planet Documentary (Netflix)
- Inside of You Podcast
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how Girl Scout cookies brought some welcomed support to families of cancer patients. We also examine how a Hollywood legend provided financial relief to those who needed it most.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- 8-year-old cancer survivor sets record in Girl Scout cookie sales
-
Hollywood legend hands out money to struggling people
-
Renpho Massage Gun (Amazon)
- Literary Disco Podcast
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we discuss how a friendship motivated a community to take action. We also offer up some relief thanks to the folks at NASA.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- NASA Confirms Earth is safe from Asteroid (GoodNewsNetwork)
-
Hero Custodian surprised with $35,000 (GoodNewsNetwork)
-
My Octopus Teacher (Netflix)
- Chef (Netflix)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we show how the Bald Eagle gave people a reason to come together and celebrate. We also show how the simple act of picking up some trash created positive ripples within a community.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- American Bald Eagle Populations are Soaring (CBS News)
-
Man walks 12 miles a day picking up trash (Washington Post)
-
Final Straw Website (Final.co)
- Final Straw Instagram
- Dark (Netflix)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we show how people's drive to help their communities can't be contained, even during a global pandemic.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Donate your food when you move (Today)
-
52 percent volunteered for the first time in 2020 (GoodNewsNetwork)
-
Yes Day (Netflix)
- The Vast of Night (Amazon Prime)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we show how Sea Turtles inspired a community to come together like never before. We also take a look at how Free Food Forests are providing sustenance for people in need.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Sea Turtles rescued from freezing waters (CBS)
- Instagram images of Sea Turtles being rescued (SomeGoodNews)
-
Instagram video of Sea Turtles being returned to the sea (SomeGoodNews)
-
Atlanta creates nation's largest free food forest (CNN)
-
Go Clean Co (Instagram)
- WandaVision (Disney+)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we show how a student book club brought relief from a very unexpected source. We also take a look at how some mittens broke the internet and helped raise money for people in need.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Palma School Book Club raises money for Student's tuition
-
Bernie Sanders’ mittens memes help raise over $1.8 million for charities
-
Headspace Guide to Meditation (Netflix)
- Sun Dogs (Netflix)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
Join us as we ring in the new year and share a few tales of positivity.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Heroic Neighbor (Instagram Story)
- Heroic Neighbor PT 1 (TikTok)
- Heroic Neighbor PT 2 (TikTok)
-
How to be happier in 2021 (University of Rochester)
-
Passion Planner
- Passion Planner Instagram Page
- Cobra Kai (Netflix)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
'Tis the season to share stories of togetherness, fun traditions, and Santa Claus! Join us as we spread a little Holiday Joy.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Historic SpaceX Launch
-
Study showing Video Gaming can help with Mental Health
-
Santa Claus on TikTok
- A Charlie Brown Christmas (AppleTV +)
- Mickey's Christmas Carol (Disney+)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
After a brief hiatus we're happy to be back talking all things Halloween. If you enjoy the spooky season as much as we do, this one's for you!
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Real Estate Agent uses Skeletons in her listings
- Haunted Carwash in Japan Video (Youtube)
- Haunted Carwash in Japan Story (CNN)
-
Haunted Carwash in Huntington Beach, CA (L.A. Times)
-
Hocus Pocus (Disney+)
- Hocus Pocus (Amazon)
- Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Playlist (Disney+)
Connect with us!
- Instagram: @awohopes
- Website: worldofhopes.com
This week we show how skating can propel the need for positive change and spark hope within us all. We also take a look at how a simple note and random act of kindness can inspire togetherness.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Kaitlyn Saunders skates across Black Lives Matter plaza
- Kaitlyn Saunders performance on Instagram
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Random Act of Kindness: "BLM, but so does yours!"
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Floor is Lava Trailer (Youtube)
- Floor is Lava (Netflix)
- Jungle Cruise board game (Amazon)
Programming Note: Since the recording of this episode, the Disneyland Resort in California has announced a delay to the opening of their theme parks. The new opening date is yet to be determined.
This week we discuss how the Black Lives Matter movement is bringing about much needed change and normalizing equality and justice for all.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- OhhappyDani on Instagram
- Today Show article on Leslie Dwight's 2020 poem
- Leslie Dwight on Instagram
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Antonio Gwynn Jr. cleans up his neighborhood
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13th full feature documentary (Youtube)
- Just Mercy Film
This week we show how pizza can inspire hope and gratitude within a community. We also take a look at how the reopening of some magic helped spark tears of joy in Shanghai.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Shanghai Disneyland Reopening Video (Youtube)
- Marco's Pizza Facebook Post
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Marco's Pizza Facebook Page
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Procreate APP (iPad)
- Bardot Brush Tutorials (Youtube)
- Disney Prop Culture (Disney+)
This week we show how friends can find creative and beautiful new ways to honor and remember loved ones while sheltering in place. We also talk about an Indiegogo campaign that is attempting to put smiles on all of our faces.
Welcome to a World of Hopes!
Mentioned during the show:
- Paulie's Picnic
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Season's of Love (Paulie's Picnic)
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Suspended Coffee story
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One for One Mask Indiegogo Campaign (Now Closed)
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Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist (NBC)
- Office Ladies Podcast
Since the One for One Mask campaign has ended, here are a few other mask makers giving back:
- Buckmason.com (Masks for America)
- Uncommongoods.com (NYC Health + Hospitals)
- Oldnavy.com (Boys and Girls Club of America)