Welcome to the Tank's Good News podcast. If you're already part of the TGN community of over 3 million people over on Instagram, we look forward to deepening ou...
Ep 9: Wakanda Forever, Hero Rats Save The Day (And Countless Lives), African Teacher Changes Lives and Makes History
Story 1: Chadwick Boseman, a man who didn’t just play heroes on the silver screen but became one in real life, rising to legendary status through his unmatched talent and unwavering grace. As Black Panther, he embodied more than just a superhero; he became a symbol of strength, dignity, and hope, leaving an indelible mark both on and off the screen. Story 2: *Note: This is Slater's favorite case of all time* For more than three decades, the Belgian non-profit APOPO has been training African Giant Pouched Rats, a spectacular species with extraordinary scent detection abilities, boundless stamina, and a lifespan long enough to dedicate years to working life saving missions. Originally trained to detect landmines and tuberculosis, these remarkable rodents have since been at the forefront of innovation in humanitarian work. And they look dang cute doing it, too.Story 3: In 2019, the tremendous honor of the Global Teacher Prize went to Peter Tanichi, a dedicated teacher from a remote community in Kenya’s Rift Valley. His win wasn’t just historic—it was groundbreaking. Peter became the first African and the first male educator to claim the prize, shattering expectations and setting a new precedent on the global stage.
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Ep 8: Woman Braves California Wildfires to Save Animals, Child With Cerebral Palsy Walks At Last, Jar Jar Strikes Back
Story 1: When Jessica Davis brought home Boomer, a scrappy shelter dog with weary eyes and a past full of unknowns, she thought she was saving one life. What she didn’t expect was that Boomer would change hers, sparking a mission that would go far beyond a single act of kindness and lead her (heroically) straight into the heart of the California wildfires.Story 2: In 2009, Daniel Black was left paralyzed from the waist down after a devastating accident. After years of saving for a potentially life-changing procedure, he made an extraordinary choice—donating the money instead to a 5-year-old boy with cerebral palsy, giving him the chance to walk for the first time and for the rest of his life.Story 3: Our final story takes us not just to a galaxy far, far away, but to the man who brought Jar Jar Binks to life—Ahmed Best. What should have been the role of a lifetime in one of cinema’s most beloved franchises instead became a harsh lesson in the dark side of fandom. A relentless storm of criticism, backlash, and personal devastation followed, nearly breaking him. But years later, that same story came full circle, proving that even in the bleakest moments, redemption is always possible.
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Ep 7: Conversing With The Departed, Extending Dog Years, Real Life Hero John Cena
Story 1: Our first story takes us to Japan, where one man’s simple idea—a phone booth with no connection—sparked a global movement of healing, hope, and heartfelt conversations with those we hold close...even after they’ve gone.Story 2: Every dog lover has likely said (with a lump in their throat): “I wish they could stay with us longer.” Well, a company called Loyal has taken that heartfelt wish and turned it into a groundbreaking mission, creating a drug that not only add years to dogs’ lives, but also ensures that those years are filled with vibrant, tail-wagging joy.Story 3: We CAN see him—and we love what we see! WWE superstar John Cena's incredible journey with the Make-A-Wish Foundation has built a record-breaking legacy of compassion, touching countless lives and redefining what it truly means to be a hero.
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Ep 6: Unsung Heroes, Best Uber Tip Ever, NFL Eagles Owner Creates Stadium Sensory Room
Story 1: In May 2024, Bryan Pederson of Tomball, Texas, was driving through a storm when a massive oak tree came crashing down onto his vehicle. Miraculously, he was rescued by two extraordinary strangers—an encounter that would forever change all of their lives in ways they never could have imagined.Story 2: Latonya Young, a single mother of three from Tifton, Georgia, was working as an Uber driver to support her family. Little did she know that after picking up a passenger named Kevin Esch, her life, family, and future would be transformed in ways she never expected—all because of an extraordinary (and unexpected) act of friendship and generosity.Story 3: After witnessing firsthand the profound impact that access to the right resources and support can have on individuals with autism, Philadelphia Eagles owner and CEO Jeffrey Lurie took action and launched a groundbreaking sensory room at the stadium.
Welcome to the Tank's Good News podcast. If you're already part of the TGN community of over 3 million people over on Instagram, we look forward to deepening our relationship. If you heard about this podcast on Psychopedia, a friend, or you just saw Tank on a gas station tv screen, we're thrilled to meet you. If you're having a bad day, we're sorry to say we are going to ruin that. It is impossible to listen to this podcast, positivity with a hint of humor, and not feel better about yourself, humanity, and really the entire world in general.
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