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Jan 2025
6m 7s

In Japan you can rent an Old Man

Caloroga Shark Media / Happiness Good News Lab
About this episode
In this episode, Johnny Mac shares five uplifting news stories from around the world. He begins with the heartfelt reunion of two sisters, aged 96 and 100, who were separated during WWII and reunited by the non-profit Wish of a Lifetime. Next, a startup in Trinidad and Tobago, founded by Dr. Henry, turns seaweed into low emission fuel. He also discusses a solar-powered desalination project from the University of South Australia. Additionally, Japan offers a unique service to rent elderly advisors for various activities. Lastly, Wisdom, a 74-year-old albatross, lays an egg, making headlines as the world's oldest known wild bird. Johnny Mac wraps up by promoting ad-free versions of the show and recommending other podcasts.
 
00:11 Reunion of Two Sisters Separated by War
01:49 Innovative Startup Turns Seaweed into Fuel
02:32 Solar-Powered Desalination Breakthrough
03:09 Renting an Elderly Companion in Japan
04:50 World's Oldest Wild Bird Lays an Egg

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