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The Happy Pod: Rodent on the run returns
Joy in China as Beanbag the Capybara returns after months on the run. The giant rodent's adventures had gripped social media. Also: an ingenious idea making cities greener; and the flatpack furniture…
Published on 6 months, 2 weeks ago
The Happy Pod: The joy of chasing a giant cheese
Why the ancient English tradition of chasing a giant cheese down a steep hill is gathering crowds from around the world. Also: a life saving donation from a stranger half a world away; and Brazil's b…
Published on 6 months, 3 weeks ago
The Happy Pod: The unlikely duo getting men talking about mental health
We hear how a man travelling the world with a cuddly duck has encouraged thousands to open up about mental health problems. Also: a roaring success for India's lions; and Kermit the Frog urges gradua…
Published on 7 months ago
The Happy Pod: Climbing a mountain 64 times to inspire others
Listener Tania tells us how stories on The Happy Pod helped her fight for life after a near fatal mountain fall. Now she's determined to inspire others. Also: a park designed in a computer game becom…
Published on 7 months, 1 week ago
The Happy Pod: Learning to read in your 30s
We meet a man learning to read in his thirties, and inspiring others. He overcame embarrassment to share his journey on his TikTok, Oliver Speaks. Also: laughter yoga; rehoming chimps; and an 81-year…
Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago
The Happy Pod: The rescued Ukraine lions learning to roar again
A group of lions rescued from Ukraine are roaring again. Their new homes were built with money donated globally. Also: the paralysed man who's completed a marathon; a teenage cricket star; and a 103-…
Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago
The Happy Pod: International Dance Day special
A special episode of The Happy Pod for International Dance Day. From the Royal Opera House in London, we are hearing stories from performers and choreographers across the world.
Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago
The Happy Pod: Creating 'Christina's Corner'
After Dave's video rental store was forced to close, he created a space for his most loyal customer, Christina, so she could stick to her vital daily routine. Also: why millions of people are tuning …
Published on 8 months ago
The Happy Pod: Life-saving rat retires
Meet the rat with a life-saving sense of smell. Carolina has correctly identified thousands of cases of Tuberculosis. Also: the Malaria vaccine providing hope in Uganda and, what is the UK tea time a…
Published on 8 months, 1 week ago
Le Pen vows to fight political ban
French far-right leader calls embezzlement conviction a 'witch hunt' at Paris rally. Also: mobile number mix-up blamed for White House security breach, Pope surprises crowds at the Vatican and Soccer…
Published on 8 months, 2 weeks ago