Good Good Good

Good Good Good is a media platform founded by Branden Harvey that aims to spread positivity and optimism by focusing on good news and celebrating people and organizations making a positive impact. The platform includes a website, newsletter, podcast, and social media channels featuring news articles, interviews, essays, and videos centered around themes like kindness, hope, and progress.

In addition to original content, Good Good Good curates positive news stories from other sources, serving as a hub for readers to find inspiring and uplifting stories worldwide. Their goal is to create a community of passionate individuals committed to positive change, empowering them to take action in their own lives and communities.

1. Art pieces double as carbon-free air conditioning, inspired by ancient civilizations

   The 3D-printed structures were inspired by ancient Egyptians and Persians, and they’ll keep homes cool in more ways than one.

2. 2,200 people express interest in running for office following NYC mayoral primary: 'Change is coming'

   Following a heated Democratic primary for New York City’s next mayor, political experts report an uptick in young progressives seeking elected office.

3. What to know about lenacapavir: US approves twice-yearly injection for HIV prevention

   Long-lasting HIV drug could help people who can’t take daily PrEP pills.

4. Charitable giving grew to nearly $600B in 2024. A booming stock market is to thank

   Giving to nonprofits engaged in education, health, arts, culture and humanities, the environment, and animals reached all-time highs.

5. Fifth graders invent trash-cleaning robot for science fair. Now, it's rolling out to beaches

   Inspired to help reduce trash pollution, these Florida elementary schoolers created a waste-collecting companion.

6. 6 tips for staying safe in extreme heat if you're getting active outdoors

   When summer starts with a stifling heat wave, as many places are seeing in 2025, it can pose risks for just about anyone who spends time outside, whether they’re runners, people who walk or cycle to work, outdoor workers or kids playing sports.

7. When USAID cuts hit Jane Goodall's reforestation efforts, this search engine stepped in to save the day (and the trees)

   The tree-planting search engine has dedicated funds and support to maintain the Jane Goodall Institute’s presence in Tanzania.

8. Yosemite National Park puts mules to work in the busy season: 'If you've used the bathrooms, thank a mule'

   Yosemite National Park’s “mounted patrol” has long used mules to help navigate the backcountry. This year is no different.

9. Norway offered residents a chance to win a $1,000 prize for recycling; now 97% of all plastic bottles are returned

   A new study found that people are more eager to recycle when offered a chance to win a large sum prize, instead of a guaranteed 10 cents. And in Norway, this approach is a reality.

10. A majority of people around the world support paying a carbon tax

    Even in the U.S., where the policy was least popular, half of those surveyed said they'd support a climate tax that redistributes wealth.

11. In surprising new study, researchers find hope — not happiness — is key to a meaningful life

    University of Missouri researchers found that hope stands apart from happiness and gratitude as one of the strongest positive emotions to foster a sense of purpose.

12. Americans share their hopes for the country on 'wish walls' nationwide. The responses are surprisingly unifying

    Leading up to the 250th birthday of the United States, thousands are sharing their dreams for the future online and in real life.

13. New cheese packaging decomposes in 300 days, not 1,000 years: 'The solution was in the cheese itself'

    Ogilvy and Nestlé have teamed up to create a new ‘whey’ to carry your dairy.

14. Good News This Week: June 21, 2025 - Parks, Trees, & Quilting Clubs

    Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...

15. 'Space capsules' offer new approach to confront homelessness in Bay Area: 'It's not just a dream'

    A Bay Area nonprofit is eyeing a 6-acre lot to establish new, innovative tiny homes that look straight out of “Star Wars.”