Positive News is taking its acclaimed What Went Right series to YouTube, Spotify, and other podcast platforms with a new weekly video podcast that highlights inspiring stories of progress and positive change.
- Weekly episodes explore three top positive stories
- Hosts bring decades of international journalism experience
- Aims to counteract news fatigue with constructive journalism
What happened
Positive News has launched a new What Went Right video podcast that brings its celebrated constructive journalism format to broader audio and video audiences. This show is an extension of a popular weekly written series that highlights progress and solutions in areas including science, climate, and community activism.
The podcast, released every Saturday, delves into three of the week’s most noteworthy hopeful stories, going beyond headlines to uncover who is driving the change and how these ideas might be replicated globally. It is hosted by broadcaster Lucy Watson and Positive News chief digital editor Tom Pattinson, who combine their extensive reporting backgrounds to create engaging, informative content.
Why it feels good
In a media landscape often dominated by negative and overwhelming news, What Went Right offers a refreshing perspective focused on progress and solutions. By showcasing uplifting stories, the podcast helps counteract feelings of helplessness and news fatigue, inspiring listeners with real-world examples of positive change.
Both hosts bring a wealth of experience covering international news and a shared passion for highlighting constructive journalism. Their insightful conversations and occasional friendly debates deliver hope and a better understanding of global advancements, promoting a more balanced view of world events.
What to enjoy or watch next
New episodes of the What Went Right video podcast are released every Saturday and available on YouTube, Spotify, and other major podcast platforms. Recent topics have ranged from landmark climate victories and advances in medical treatment to unexpected ecological solutions, offering a diverse range of inspiring content.
Listeners and viewers interested in positive news can also explore the written What Went Right series on the Positive News website, newsletter, and print magazine. This multi-platform approach ensures that hopeful stories of progress reach audiences wherever they prefer to consume their news.