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Sunny Side Up
by Eloise Phillips,Rti
Sunny Side Up brings uplifting stories from around the world, offering a refreshing contrast to the daily news cycle. Each month, Eloise Phillips spotlights weekly positive international developments and features guests from all walks of life sharing personal moments of joy, alongside in-depth interviews with local changemakers shaping their communities.
Episodes
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EP0025 - The Goliath Expedition, fish-skin plastic and a random act of kindness
This week Fil, Amanda, and Michelle step in for Eloise and discuss adventurer Karl Bushby’s epic 28-year journey home known as the "Goliath Expedition," a promising plastic alternative made from fish waste, and an 18-year-old’s inspiring act of kindness. Three uplifting stories about…
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EP0024 - Student authors, new hope for dogs and clean-energy momentum
Fil joins me in the studio to explore stories ranging from a reading revolution in one Indian school and new support from Italy for dogs rescued from fighting, to solar power over London’s New Spitalfields Market. We’ll also look at what the Guardian calls "positive tipping points," and ask how...
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EP0023 - Gene therapy, electric flights, The Jazz Singer, and more...
This week, I’ve got a whole bunch of good news coming your way — from wildlife and health to clean energy. Together, these stories paint a positive picture. Then, I’ll take you back in time to the advent of the first “talkie” and explore why it was so significant. This episode's headlines: Gene...
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EP0022 - Menstrual fluid research, microshelters, the kindness of strangers, and more...
Join me for the three positive headlines followed by the second half of my conversation with Emily about the kindness of strangers, where this week we touch upon hitchhiking among other feel-good gestures. This episode's headlines: Menstrual fluid shows promise for HPV testing, endometriosis...
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EP0021 - Lab-grown tissue for testing, side-walk surveying robots, the kindness of strangers, and more...
Today, we’re keeping the optimism going with three wonderful stories proving that innovation and heart are alive and well across the globe. Then Emily joins me in the studio as we share our personal stories of strangers who have shown us unexpected kindness! This episode's headlines: UV film…
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EP0020 - 40-Scholarship win, Alzheimer's breakthrough, Gratitude Graffiti, and more...
I'm back with Gratitude Graffiti! First, I have some inspiring positive headlines from around the world. Then, on this week's auditory canvas, Jocelyn, Emily, Robert, and Natalie step up to share the people, places, and moments they treasure most, as we lean into the true power of gratitude. This...
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EP0019 - Replaceable batteries, tree kangaroos and a joyful twist on traffic duty
Rti host Michelle Chiang joins me in the studio to explore the headlines —from new rules aiming to reshape everyday devices, to conservation efforts for vulnerable species, and a reminder that even routine jobs can become moments of joy with the right attitude. This episode's headlines: EU rules...
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EP0018 - Student loan forgiveness, eco-friendly fireworks, and Natalie's healing journey
I squeeze in a couple of positive headlines before we hear the final part of my conversation with Natalie. We discuss tools and support networks as she opens up about finding a path out of the darkness and learning to embrace a renewed gratitude for life. This episode's headlines: Historic US...
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EP0017 - Resilient fungi, SkoBots, mental health conversation, and more...
I’m back with another round of positive global news, followed by the second part of my conversation with Natalie. In this deeply raw and vulnerable interview, she shares her journey through some of the darkest moments of her life as we take a closer look at the heart of mental health…
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EP0016 - Indigenous influencer, Taiwan's rising appeal, Natalie's journey and more...
This week, we have just a couple of positive stories before Natalie Ong joins me in the studio for the first of a three-part conversation about mental health, beginning with an introduction to her personal journey. This episode's headlines: Amazon child influencer uses viral reach to champion...
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EP0015 - Motorcycle milestone, Indigenous recognition, the birth of hip-hop, and more...
After reading the positive news I turn to This Week in Good History to celebrate the birth of hip-hop at a Bronx back-to-school party in 1973, and the creativity, resilience and unity that turned two turntables into a global cultural movement. This episode's headlines: 105-year-old Ohio woman...
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EP0014 - Record rows, ocean voyages, tough lessons, and more...
Today's news stories brings us to “type 2 fun” — the idea that some of life’s toughest moments later become our most rewarding stories. To explore that, I'm joined by Jocelyn and Robert, who’ll share their own experiences of struggle, resilience, and growth. This episode's headlines: Kelsey...
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EP0013 - Organ donation, women entrepreneurs, canine companionship, and more...
Following some good news from around the world, I look at how dogs brighten our lives - from their impact on our wellbeing to the simple joy of spending time together outdoors. You’ll hear voices from a pet picnic in Yangmingshan, including dog owners Wynter, Momo, Paohan and pet communicators,...
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EP0012 - Decriminalising homelessness, responsible tourism, Gratitude Graffiti, and more...
In this episode of Sunny Side Up, we bring you a round-up of positive stories from around the world and we return for another segment of Gratitude Graffiti, where listeners share the moments and people they’re thankful for. This episode's headlines: UK scraps 200-year law that criminalized rough...
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EP0011 - Solar-powered desalination, Italian refoestation, AI legislation in schools, and more...
This week, Amanda joins the studio to break down why Norway's decision to limit AI usage across schools is a potential win for the future of education. This episode's headlines: Solar-powered desalination breakthrough turns seawater into drinking water and valuable minerals. Italy’s forests...
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EP0010 - Rainforest restoration, low-tech cooling strategies, travel incentives, and more...
Start your Tuesday with a double dose of optimism! In this episode, I kick things off with a roundup of the week’s top positive news stories from around the globe. Then, in my segment "This Week in Good History," I dive into cooperatives, the incredible story of how they started, and how they are...
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EP009 - HPV vaccine win, tooth re-growth patch and Taiwan's tree seekers
This week, I’m joined by Amanda to take a deeper dive into our first story, unpacking the HPV vaccine through UK, U.S., and Taiwanese perspectives. This episode's headlines: HPV vaccine drives cervical cancer deaths near zero in young women. South Korea’s tooth-regrowth patch signals future of...
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EP008 - Crocheting climate solution, pet theft ring crackdown, Gratitude Graffiti, and more...
After sharing several feel-good international news stories, I shift from headlines to human moments. This week, Sunny Side Up brings you Gratitude Graffiti - a collection of gratitude, perspective, and quietly powerful moments from our community. This episode's headlines: Spanish grandmothers...
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EP007 - Beavers to the rescue, polio vaccine, paternity leave, and more...
Get ready for an episode full of purely positive news, then find out how I would spend a US$500 grant from the Drop Dead Generous experiment to help an indigenous community, plus some tips on how you can start a massive ripple effect today without spending a single cent. This episode's headlines:...
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EP006 - Hemp-based plastic, generosity experiments, equal pay and more...
I start by sharing uplifting stories from around the world, then Fil joins me in the studio for a deeper conversation about a project on the ripple effect of human kindness, including his thoughtful take on how he would use a US$500 grant to help complete strangers. To close the show, I introduce...
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EP005 - Easter caroling traditions at the Polish-Lithuania border
This week's full-length feature wraps up my conversation with Hui Tsyr in its thrilling third and final part. We dive into her journey to Poland, preserving Easter caroling traditions, the power of reviving cultural heritage, as well as a special live violin performance.
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EP004 - Renewable energy, rebounding humpback numbers, dumpster diving and more...
Join me for some more international headlines and the second part of an interview with Hui Tsyr about dumpster diving, a practice we can all try to reduce waste and live more consciously. In today's news: Wind hits record output, powers over half of UK electricity. Humpbacks rebound in Arctic…
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EP003 - Language revitilisation, 4-day work week, community exchange theater and more...
Join me for another round of global positive news, followed by the first of a three-part interview with Hui Tsyr exploring life in exchange and her approach to creating theatre using what she calls “border resources.” In today's news: Last Thiinma speaker, linguist sing on 'The Piano' to save...
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EP002 - Eco-warrior mushrooms, animal rights, Organik Festival and more...
In this week’s episode, after reading the happy headlines, I interview conscious party-goers at Organik, a festival which blends techno and ambient music with nature at a "secret" coastal location. First I chat with Alejandro about life transitions allowing him time to reconnect, nurture...
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EP001 - Atypical work, Parkinson's therapy, gratitude and more...
Join me for my first episode as I take a look at global positive news stories and then round it off nicely with a chat with Fil about what we’ve been grateful for recently! In today's news: Taiwan’s young professionals trade 9-to-5 grind for ‘atypical work’ and freedom. Japan endorses world's…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Sunny Side Up brings uplifting stories from around the world, offering a refreshing contrast to the daily news cycle. Each month, Eloise Phillips spotlights weekly positive international developments and features guests from all walks of life sharing personal moments of joy, alongside in-depth interviews with local changemakers shaping their communities.
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Eloise Phillips,Rti
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Sunny Side Up brings uplifting stories from around the world, offering a refreshing contrast to the daily news cycle. Each month, Eloise Phillips spotlights weekly positive international developments and features guests from all walks of life sharing personal moments of joy, alongside in-depth...
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