The Happiest Hour is a bi-monthly podcast focused on breaking the cycle of bad news. Lucy Larcom once wrote, "If the world seems cold to you, kindle fires to warm it." We are here to highlight and celebrate the news stories kindling those fires. Join us every other Friday for good conversation and good news!
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This week, we learn what the most common ingredient in American cuisine is, discuss if cows can sleep standing up, gush over Arizona Iced Tea, and talk invisible art. Cheers! Our show is recorded and edited by the amazing Nicholas Elliott. Our podcast theme song was created by Josh Sudduth over at Sudds Studios. Our "We Googled That For You" intro …
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We're back! In our newest episode, Nick and I discuss whether bats are blind, how many states of matter there are, ants that are being trained to sniff out cancer, and shed some tears over good news out of Virginia where 2nd graders are using persuasive essays to help shelter dogs and cats get adopted. Cheers! Our show is recorded and edited by the…
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This week, Nick and I talk horse statues, human senses, what it takes to live past 100 years old, and women's soccer. Grab your favorite happy hour drink and join us! Cheers! Our show is recorded and edited by the amazing Nicholas Elliott. Our podcast theme song was created by Josh Sudduth over at Sudds Studios. Our "We Googled That For You" intro …
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In this episode, Nicky J and I discover the myth behind carrots and night vision, discuss Pangaea and the dinosaurs, read news about pee-based fertilizer, and more! Cheers! Our show is recorded and edited by the amazing Nicholas Elliott. Our podcast theme song was created by Josh Sudduth over at Sudds Studios. Our "We Googled That For You" intro is…
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WE'RE BACK! For our first episode of 2022, we discuss why Mona Lisa doesn't have eyebrows, what the deal is with MSG, Jamaican bobsled team(s), and the James Webb telescope (and more, hint in title). Cheers! Our show is recorded and edited by the amazing Nicholas Elliott. Our podcast theme song was created by Josh Sudduth over at Sudds Studios. Our…
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This week, Nick and I talk Christmas movies (spoiler alert, Die Hard makes the cut), learn even more about Kwanzaa, and discuss more science-y things like new spinal cord treatments and sustainable aviation fuel. FACT CHECK ALERT! Jeana has to put this out there, and please don’t hold this against the episode or her, she mistakenly said that Harry …
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Hanukkah, Christmas, & Kwanzaa, oh my!
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This week, Nick and I talked about why Hanukkah is eight days, how Kwanzaa was created, deep late water cooling systems, and new experimental gum that could help stop the spread of viruses. Cheers! Our show is recorded and edited by the amazing Nicholas Elliott. Our podcast theme song was created by Josh Sudduth over at Sudds Studios. Our "We Googl…
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This week, Nick and I talk math terms we may or may not have forgotten about, reversing deforestation and alzheimer's, and the rebuild of Paradise, CA. Grab a drink, get cozy, and hang out with us! Cheers! Our show is recorded and edited by the amazing Nicholas Elliott. Our podcast theme song was created by Josh Sudduth over at Sudds Studios. Our "…
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Like most people in the world, we love Dolly Parton, and we talked a lot about it this week, along with Ramadan, reparations, rice, and recycling. We also love alliterations. Grab your favorite drink and join us for happy hour. Cheers! Our show is recorded and edited by the amazing Nicholas Elliott. Our podcast theme song was created by Josh Suddut…
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This week, Nick and I learned what time is of the essence means, that Google is generally pretty good at math, and we discussed good news about climate-friendly tractors, AI greenhouses, and homecoming queens. Cheers! Our show is recorded and edited by the amazing Nicholas Elliott. Our podcast theme song was created by Josh Sudduth over at Sudds St…
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This week, Nick and I talked questionable Monopoly tactics, how big the world is and how we aren't sure what the qualifications to be a country are, the end of leaded gasoline use, prison food and teaching inmates to garden, and what one single mom in Nashville is doing to help children's' confidence. Cheers! Help with supplies to braid kids hair: …
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Over Happy Hour this week, Nick and I discussed our bucket lists, Hakuna Matata, moon elevators, breakthroughs in cancer treatments, holograms, other nerdy stuff, and Britney Spears. Cheers! Mushy video with holograms: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AB09jUea1CQ Our show is recorded and edited by the amazing Nicholas Elliott. Our podcast theme song…
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This week, Nick and I talked about how we would spend our time if we won the lottery, how much water we should drink on the reg, Taylor Swift’s grandmother, awesome Olympians, and volcanoes. Cheers! Support Cookies for Kids' Cancer here: https://my.beagoodcookie.org/fundraiser/3378988 Our show is recorded and edited by the amazing Nicholas Elliott.…
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This week for Happy Hour, Nick and I learn where vanilla flavoring comes from, share good news about AI saving lives in Seoul, treatment breakthroughs for neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, and talk Sesame Street and why good news is so important. Cheers! “Proud of Your Eyes” video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhn…
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This week, Nick and I talked about the National Spelling Bee, science…of course, dinosaurs…naturally, and figured out how the wayback machine works. We also shared some announcements for what our podcast will look like going forward. Cheers! Our show is recorded and edited by the amazing Nicholas Elliott. Our podcast theme song was created by Josh …
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Steve Taylor joined us for Happy Hour this week. Steve is a singer, songwriter, record producer, music executive, film maker, actor, and one of my favorite teachers from grad school. We talked about the apps we wish existed, making and funding the Blue Like Jazz film, his current projects, the Cold War, and of course, good news. Welcome to the Happ…
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This week, we sipped Rose with Kariss Forte. Kariss is an actress, writer, and filmmaker based in LA. We chatted about pampering ourselves, finding inspiration, chainsaws, the 25th amendment, and all the best news from the week. Cheers! Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If y…
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Our friend, Spencer Glover, stopped by this week for Happiest Hour. Spencer is a writer, director, and ramen enthusiast based in Los Angeles. He focuses on developing stories for underrepresented voices. We discussed our secret lives, the power of film, graham crackers, Tom Brady, and of course, good news. Welcome to the Happiest Hour! Support the …
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This week, Nick and I sat down to discuss our celebrity crushes, optogenetic therapy, health benefits of hot tubs and saunas, and Busch's newest employee. Cheers! Support the show
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Our friend, Meredith Boggs, stopped by this week for some good news and brews. Meredith is a nurse, enneagram coach, writer, new mom, and apparently has little need for sleep. We gabbed about the enneagram, her new book, Ed Sheeran, and some good news in celebration of Memorial Day. Welcome to the Happiest Hour. Cheers! Buzzsprout - Let's get your …
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This week, Nick and I chatted about the good stuff going on in our world and the best pranks we've ever pulled. Plus some good news out of Detroit, Nepal, The Netherlands, and more! Cheers! Support the showBy Jeana Medlin
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Claire Hopple joined us for her happiest hour this week. We played Never Have I Ever, talked about her writing process and inspiration, her favorite movies and books from the last year, and of course, some good news. Cheers! Support the show
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We chatted with Krystal Nichols over happy hour this week. We talked boundaries, diversity in Nashville, and Tiger King. Give to Siloam Health here: https://siloamhealth.org/give-now/. Cheers! Support the showBy Krystal Nichols
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Erik Lokkesmoe joined us for Happy Hour this week. He's had a fascinating career in politics and film marketing/distribution, and he's very attached to his 1991 Jeep Wagoneer. We talked about being in Washington during "Monicagate," how film can create community, and argued a little bit about universal basic income. Cheers! Support the show…
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This week, we're joined by Meredith Lipscombe. She is a self-proclaimed bubbly, approachable, and bright person who does have a job. We talked about the art of mud bogging, the right time to take a road trip with your significant other, and what hobbies we would pick up if we had time. Cheers! Support the show…
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In this episode, we sat down with Cortney Warner. Cortney is a stand up comedian, podcaster, comedy writer, and aspiring tv writer. We discuss the best times to go to Trader Joe’s, Hogwarts houses, and the importance of comedy. Cheers! Support the show
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This week, we sat down with Zac Radford. Zac is a professional golfer who found his niche in performing and recording golf trick shots. He’s been featured on ESPN’s top 10 (at least) 5 times, and has over 8 million views on his YouTube channel. We discussed his transition from professional golf to creating content for the web, the velociraptor scen…
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This week, we sat down with our friend, Samantha Way. Sam is a certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach on a mission to help people navigate their way through their own unique health and wellness journeys. We also talked about food sensitivities, traditional vs. functional medicine, and what food we'd change our names for. Find more about Sam a…
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Turning Oranges Into Electricity and Stuff
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In this episode, Nick (DJ Nicky J, Nicholas James, he goes by many names now) and I discuss our favorite news stories from the week, including how Seville, Spain is using their leftover oranges to generate clean electricity. Who needs lemons?! You can read more about these stories below: Converting Food Waste into Jet Fuel Seville is turning leftov…
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Our (Lovely & Bearded) Producer Nick Elliott
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This week, I sat down with our producer, Nick Elliott. We discussed his time in the Marines, how he ended up in Nashville, and his love for music. We also talked about some of our favorite news stories from the week, including teenage bada** Shreya Ramachandran, who founded a non-profit and has done extensive research on recycling water in your hom…
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Welcome to the Happiest Hour Podcast! In our FIRST EVER (teaser) episode, we discuss what The Happiest Hour is, why we started it, and what you can expect from each episode. Cheers! Support the show
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