The Upside with Jordan

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The Upside with Jordan

A quick dose of good news, because it’s a big world out there!

  1. 620

    A Champion of Sport

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this champion, Richard Johnston, helped build everything you see when visiting The Sports Museum, Boston. Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  2. 619

    The Martin Richard Foundation

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says the Martin Richard Foundation now has a park open in honor of this young boy killed during the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing. Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. 618

    50 Years for NEADS

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this 501(c)(3) non-profit provides Service Dogs for adults, children, and veterans. Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. 617

    Teddy Bear TLC

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this woman is known as the Teddy Bear Doctor.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  5. 616

    A Run For Timmy

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this marathon runner ran to say "thank you" to Boston Children's Hospital.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  6. 615

    An Honest Worker

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this Chick-fil-A employee is a true hero.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  7. 614

    Awesome Artemis II

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this mission was truly amazing.   Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  8. 613

    Pedal Power

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this man has biked around the world! Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  9. 612

    A Beautiful Day Indeed

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says Fred Rogers reached out to children everywhere and taught them valuable lessons throughout his life, and now he's back! Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  10. 611

    Rescue NH Style

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says quick thinking by the Governor of NH's security team saved one man's life. Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  11. 610

    Music Appreciation

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says music teachers are special...listen to find out how special they really are! Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  12. 609

    A Day To Laugh

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says March 19th is "National Let's Laugh Day," so let it all out for good health too! Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  13. 608

    John's Crazy Socks

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this incredible father/son team started John's Crazy socks on a whim. Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  14. 607

    She Deserves Wheels

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this school crossing guard got the gift of a lifetime.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  15. 606

    Short Comes Up Big

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says those who are shorter may enjoy better health.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  16. 605

    Ice Cream Dream

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this ice cream truck has an interesting backstory.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  17. 604

    Classical Healing

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says Shelter Music Boston is making a difference across the city and beyond.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  18. 603

    The Cookie Princess

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this Girl Scout went viral and sold an unbelievable amount of cookies.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  19. 602

    Sullivan's at 75!

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says Sullivan's on Castle Island in South Boston is celebrating 75 years of service! Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  20. 601

    An Olympic Request

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this Olympian had the best excuse to not be able to complete the assignment.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  21. 600

    Teaching The Poorest

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this teacher just won the $1M Global Teacher Prize.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  22. 599

    A Cook To The Rescue

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this cook may become an EMT after helping to save some lives.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  23. 598

    Rowing All The Way!

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this Nebraskan is the first woman to row solo across the Atlantic Ocean.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  24. 597

    A Remarkable Gift

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says Northeast Arc is changing the lives of people with disabilities, every day.   Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  25. 596

    Saving Turtles

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says these two sea turtles were found cold stunned, but were rescued for a full recovery.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  26. 595

    Stranger Things Like Love

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says two cast members of Stranger Things fell in love on the set, but even stranger, so did their stunt doubles.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  27. 594

    BSO Double Wins

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says the Boston Symphony Orchestra won a few Grammy's this year! Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  28. 593

    Jesse Sings

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this young man performed a stand-up performance for American Idol. Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  29. 592

    Climb Every Mountain

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this Army Veteran never gave up after losing both legs.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  30. 591

    The Prison Book Program

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this program is shipping books and letters to inmates.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  31. 590

    Banning Danger

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says France is banning forever chemicals.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  32. 589

    Helping An Old Veteran

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this gentleman goes around the country to help those in need.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  33. 588

    Mentorship Matters

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says there are true mentors in Massachusetts who deserve applause during this National Mentoring Month. Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  34. 587

    Courage Among The Flames

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says these two DPW folks came to the rescue even before firefighters arrived.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  35. 586

    Skyla's Holiday Gift

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this girl ended her year serving others. Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  36. 585

    Pizzabilities!

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this pizza shop serves up more than great pies! Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  37. 584

    Life Changing Stop

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says a routine traffic stop led to two lives changed forever. Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  38. 583

    And Baby Makes 3

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says sometimes babies arrive on their own schedule. Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  39. 582

    Teacher of the Year 2026!

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this teacher from Lowell Public Schools is the first of her kind!  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  40. 581

    Real Law & Order

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this actor got to portray a good guy in real life to save a girl! Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  41. 580

    Cranberry Success!

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says a new program will convert retired Massachusetts cranberry bogs into wetlands.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  42. 579

    Goodnight Moon Suite

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says there's a "Goodnight Moon" suite available in Boston now through February! Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  43. 578

    Reimagining Access

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says $11B of unexpired, unopened medicine goes to waste...but won't now, thanks to SIRUM.   Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  44. 577

    A Kindly State!

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says Massachusetts has been named #7 as one of America's most generous. Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  45. 576

    Arts Boston 2025!

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says there's something for everyone at Arts Boston.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  46. 575

    Dick's Love Of Laughter

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says Dick Van Dyke will be turning 100 this December and is still spreading sunshine.   Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  47. 574

    Saluting A Coach!

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says the New England Patriots are still working hard to build community.  Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  48. 573

    A Hero's Instinct

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this gentleman's award was well deserved.   Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  49. 572

    Boston in 2026!

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says Boston will be 250 years old next year, and the celebration will be one-of-a-kind. Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  50. 571

    A Wild Ride

    WBZ's Jordan Rich says this viral video had a happy ending thanks to some helpful folks. Get all the news you need by listening to WBZ - Boston's News Radio! We're here for you, 24/7.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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