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Finally, Some Good News | Dire Wolves, Eurovision, & the Joshua Tree Win | Twist Happy Hour Ep. 3
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Let’s face it: the news can feel like a nonstop doom scroll. But this week on Twist Happy Hour, we’re flipping the script and focusing entirely on the kind of good news stories that give us hope, make us laugh, or at least make us go, "Okay, maybe the world isn’t totally on fire."
Grab your favorite drink—boozy or not—and settle in for Episode 3: a feel-good ride through the weirdest, wildest, and most heartwarming stories we could find this month.
🍸 Here’s what we’re talking about in this episode:
🌵 A Big Win for Joshua Trees
A federal court just ruled that Joshua trees deserve protection under the Endangered Species Act. Not only is this a big win for the environment, but it’s also a major moment for climate activists and desert ecology nerds everywhere. We break down what this means and why it matters more than you think. Read more HERE
💊 Overdose Deaths Are Down
In real, impactful news: U.S. overdose deaths dropped by 27% last year. While the problem isn’t solved, this is a huge step in the right direction. We talk about why this matters, the bigger picture, and how progress often happens quietly while everyone is yelling online. Read more HERE
🧬 The Dire Wolf Is Back?
No, we’re not talking about Game of Thrones. Scientists are working to bring back the actual dire wolf using ancient DNA. It sounds like sci-fi, but it’s real—and we’ve got thoughts. Like: should we be worried about prehistoric predators, or just excited about science playing Jurassic Park? Read more HERE
🧾 A Lost Magna Carta Found at Harvard
This is not a drill: an original Magna Carta, one of the most important historical documents ever, was just discovered in a misfiled folder in Harvard's archives. WHAT?! We’re unpacking what this says about history, libraries, and how sometimes the biggest finds are right under our noses. Read more HERE
🎤 Eurovision Madness
The 69th Eurovision Song Contest brought the usual glitter, chaos, and deeply confusing costumes. Whether you're a die-hard fan or totally confused by it, we break down why Eurovision is one of the weirdest and most wonderful international events out there—and which country totally stole the show. Read more HERE
Chapters
- 00:00 Welcome to Twist Happy Hour
- 07:02 Good News in the World
- 10:17 Environmental Wins and Health Updates
- 11:07 Historical Discoveries
- 12:14 The Return of the Dire Wolf
- 14:15 Eurovision Excitement and Travel Plans
🎥 Want More Like This?
If you love:
• Weird world records
• Conspiracy theories and unsolved mysteries
• Travel tales and bar culture
• Cocktail chats with a side of chaos
• Unfiltered, fun commentary on the news
—then you’ll love w
💬 Leave a comment with your favorite good news story of the month—we’ll share our favorites in a future episode!
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