Please show me your butterfly scale so I know you're authentic. And welcome back to Squabbit! You're in for a treat today so I'm glad you're back here for some positive news. Today we cover an elk in Colorado who has been finally saved from a tired hanging from it's neck. It's been there for the past two years ... (05:29) Then we learn a lot about butterflies and their wings, which are covered in scales apparently! And these scales are bringing some incredible scientific ideas. (14:26) Finally, we cover the amazing mind of Dr. Mae Jemison, the first black woman in space. An amazing woman whose legacy is still going strong! (22:29)   Sources: Tire-d Elk Butterfly science  Dr. Mae Jemison Jemison con't love ya 

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62. Forgeries Everywhere (a 'tired' elk, some butterfly science, and Dr. Mae Jemison)

Grab your favorite, fall blanket Squabbits and let's get cozy! This week, we've got amazing positive news for you today from around the world. All the way from here in America, to the Swiss Alps, and then we finish out the episode with a story based in Yemen. First up, we talk about a project in place where mountaineers are wrapping the Swiss Alps in giant sun-reflecting blankets. We're talking 14 footfield-sized blankets! (04:30) Then we cover the new committee in Alabama that is working to revise the state's constitution. Specifically targeting racial systemic prejudice while doing so. Amazing work being done here! (09:45) We start off SPOOKY SEASON by learning about the "Well of Hell" or officially called, the Well of Barhout. We talk about the spooky folklore behind this spot and the current events surrounding it! (17:51) Sources: Alps wrapped in a Blanket Alabama Constitution  Alabama con't "Well of Hell" folklore Well of Barhout exploration 

61. Blanket Mountaineer (protecting the Alps, Alabama's Constitution, and the 'Well of Hell')

Welcome to episode 60! A fully developed and deep-dive episode filled to the brim with positive news. So much research, time, and effort went into the creation of this episode and I'd just like to thank everyone who worked on this piece with me. We're going to change lives with this one.  Rome wasn't built in a day, but this episode certainly was.  Sources: My therapist

60. Squpdate! (reprise)

Well I hope you've come looking for a happy ending because that's exactly what we've got planned! But ... not those kind of happy endings ... only positive news here! On today's episode we learn about a nightclub in Scotland that is harnessing energy and heat from its club-goers to power the very club itself! (05:16) Then we talk about Kev Crane, a plumber who just got signed to a record label. He was discovered while working on the record company CEO's bathroom as a plumber! (10:58) And of course, we NEED to discuss pets who have saved their owners lives! We cover three tiny stories of some heroic pets. (16:58) Sources:  BODYHEAT Kev Crane - singing plumber Pets saving lives Julianna the Great Dane see you soon squabs 

59. Cleverly Jones (some sustainable solutions, a singing plumber, and heroic pets)

Hope you all brought your good cigar and a stiff drink to the saloon because we've got a hefty episode for you today! Don't forget to help the show out by rating and reviewing on Apple Podcasts plz :) First up, we talk a LOT about pesticides and some current positive news surrounding our nation's agriculture. (08:50) We also cover the beautiful, heart-warming story of Maria Andrejczyk who auctioned off her Tokyo Olympic silver medal to help pay for a life-saving surgery for a total stranger's baby! (17:45) And last but certainly far from least, we learn about Mary Fields aka Stagecoach Mary. We talk about her reputation as the first Black mail carrier in the United States and her journey to get there. (24:36) Sources: Banning of Pesticides  "Smell of Fear" Diffuser Auction of a Silver Medal Stagecoach Mary 

58. Ladybug Boy (improving pesticides, an Olympic medal auction, and Stagecoach Mary)

Sound the alarms because we've got fresh positive news specifically for your listening pleasure. Squabbit is back in full, positivity swing. First though, we gotta chat through some real life things. But then, we discuss Piran the cat, who led the search team straight to his owner's body! Without him, the search teams might not have found his 83 year-old owner in time. Thanks Piran! (08:39) Cryptocurrency, hackers, and $600 million ... just the main topics of our second story! It's quite a tale! Mr. White Hat is offered a job from the very company he hacked and stole over half a billion dollars from! (16:17) Finally, we cover the conservation and artistic works of Paolo Fanciulli. He's come up with a create plan to thwart non-sustainable fishing methods: dumping huge marble sculpturesinto the Mediterranean Sea! (26:16) @squabbitpodcast Sources:  Cat leads search team to lost owner Mr. White Hat Mr. White Hat (con't) Paolo Fanciulli La Casa dei Pesci website 

57. Opportunities of Failure (the heroic black cat, Mr. White Hat, and underwater sculptures)

The shortest, tiniest, positive news for you and your loved ones! Welcome back to Squabbit Shorts, the part of the podcast where we cut the chit chat and deliver short positive news!  This episode focuses on the "Serendipity Sapphire" found in Sri Lanka by locals while digging a well. It is estimated to be worth $140 million.......! Can you imagine!? @squabbitpodcast And check out our Patreon for the exclusive Squabbit Diaries and more bonus content!

Shorts #5 - Serendipity Sapphire, found by local well-diggers

Happy sunny day! We are back with a mind-blowing episode for the squad so please, I beg of you, get ready to learn a lot. Because on this episode we talk about some theories for the current location of the Holy Grail and the Ark of the Lost Covenant. Some true Da Vinci Code stuff out here! (06:02) Then we learn about the SuperBIT, which is a space balloon getting sent into our atmosphere next year. But it could be extremely beneficial for further space exploration. (14:55) And finally, we talk about a new creativity assessment which provides little room for bias or error. Click here to take the test for yourself! Sources: Holy Grail updates SuperBit Telescope Creativity Info Proud of you squabbit, keep it up!

56. There's Treasure Somewhere (Holy Grail updates, a space balloon, and creativity tests)

Back again to put on a smile on that pretty face of yours! It's Squabbit! Glad to have you, glad to be back, and of course so glad to be sharing some positive news. On episode 55, we first learn about the two dozen goats that were set loose in a New York City park. For science. (05:48) Plus we chat about Jaylo Miles and his PTSD owl Louie. Together they combat mental health stigmas around PTSD and similar topics by building community and ... climbing literal mountains. (11:27) And last but not least, we cover the Olympic swimmer, Yusra Mardini. She is competing this year on The Refugee Olympic Team but there's many more layer to her story. (19:43) Sources: Goats in NYC Jaylo and his owls Yusra Mardini The Refugee Olympic Team Stay strong squad, love ya!

55. Cat Witch Girl (landscaping goats, PTSD owls, and Yusra Mardini)

Heyo! Thanks for stopping by and tuning in for some positive news! We're happy to have you. On today's episode we talk about the current National Spelling Bee Champion, Zaila Avant-garde. Not only a spelling bee champ, but ALSO a basketball protégé. (04:18) Plus we talk about the complete opposite of a haunted hotel ... the happy hotel! I'm not even kidding. Sean Patel donated every inch of kindness he had for his community this past year during the worst winter in decades. (12:14) And finally, we learn all about the game-changing climbing career of Junko Tabei. The first female to climb Mount Everest and The Seven Summits! (20:00) Sources: Zaila Avant-garde  more Zaila! Sean Patel and his Quality Inn Junko Tabei Tabei con't Thanks squad! See ya soon *kiss emoji*

54. The Salmon Boiling Point (Zaila Avant-garde, a happy hotel, and Junko Tabei)

Howdy yall! Wellllcome to Squabbit Town! I'm so glad yall decided to stroll on by here and spend some time with lil ol' me at the Sunshine Saloon. Grab a stool or just pop a squat right there on the floor cuz Jonathan just mopped, I do declare. And of course, remember "There's no g*ns in Squabbit Town, just smiles." Anyyyyway ... in this episode we cover an amazing story of a 95 year-old "message in a bottle" that was found this month! And we read the note LIVE on air! (not live) (05:48) Then Zach horribly embarrasses himself with trying to cover a story from Finland. But he has to take risks because possibly a Stone Age shaman staff was discovered in the country. (13:15) And of course we had to talk about some "old ass" people! We learn who is the oldest recorded person ever! Not even kidding and we talk about the oldest man currently living ... alllll in this episode. So don't miss it! @squabbitpodcast Patreon - Squabbit Squad   Sources: Devil in the White City (the best book ever "allegedly") 95 year-old message in a bottle Snake-staff found in Finland  Jeanne Calment, longest living human 1875-1997  Emilio "Flores" Márquez, oldest living man

53. The Old Ass Episode (a message in a bottle, the snake staff, and the oldest people)

Welcome back to your (hopefully) favorite positive news podcast! This week, Squabbit takes a dive into the history of Pride Month. We learn all about Marsha P. Johnson, the Stonewall Riots, Sylvia Rivera, and the first Pride celebrations in 1970. (03:48) Then, we talk about trans excellence today and the fight to protect trans women and their stories. We talk about Victoria Cruz and her work with the Anti-Violence Project (avp.org). Plus we cover some current events and discuss the new Miss Nevada, the first ever crowned trans woman, Kataluna Enriquez. (21:58) Remember squad, Pay it No Mind   Resources: Pay It No Mind Documentary Queer as Fact Podcast The Life and Death of Marsha P. Johnson (Netflix doc) Kataluna Enriquez' experience in her own words  

52. Pride History & Pride Today

While it may be a teeny episode, it's anything but! The Anti-Violence Project is working right now to keep the LGBTQ community safe and protected. Especially with violence against trans women at an all-time high, this work is real and necessary. Visit avp.org for more information, a space to donate, and volunteer opportunities.  Tune back next week for a Squabbit-hole dive into the history of Pride and the trans women who fought first for the community.

Shorts #4 - The Anti-Violence Project

It's that time of the week again ... Squabbit time! And we're so happy that you're back for the fun! This week, Zach starts off with a story about a “responsibly drunk “man ordering an Uber for an injured baby bird. (07:28) Then, we talk about a true story of a man getting swallowed whole by a whale! I'm not even kidding. (13:45) And for our final story, we learn about the Passamaquoddy tribe. Their stories, land, and the current events surrounding them. (22:25) Sources for this episode: Drunk man sends bird in Uber Swallowed by a whale Wiki - Passamaquoddy  Passamaquoddy Culture & History

51. Blowhole Situation (a baby bird Uber, a real-life Jonah, and the Passamaquoddy Tribe)

Congrats Squabbits! We hit the big 5-0! And I couldn't have done it without you! On this special episode, Zach talks about a 7 year-old astronaut (06:11) We cover a story of long lost sisters with a bizarre amount of similarities. (13:41) Finally, Zach covers the life and art of Yayoi Kusama. And we chat about Zach seeing one of her instalations in person! (18:51) @SquabbitPodcast Patreon.com/SquabbitPodcast Thanks so much for being along the ride for 50+ episodes!  

50. The Axe of Art (a lunar time capsule, long-lost sisters, and Yayoi Kusama)

Squabbit brings you positive news stories each week to help restore your faith in the human race. Stories range from breaking news to historical events they didn't teach you in school. Hosted by Zach Decker, Squabbit is here is brighten your day and put that negative mind to rest.

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