Why Calling Your Friends Matters + A Win for Accessibility in France
Release Date: 03/21/2025
Fridge-Free Tortillas, Sunshine Guilt, and Science-Backed Self-Compassion
Optimist Daily Weekly Roundup
This week, Arielle and Karissa explore the science behind sunshine guilt and share simple tips for reframing guilt with self-compassion. Then they chat about fridge-free tortillas helping vulnerable communities in Mexico. Plus, they highlight other forward-thinking solutions—from volcano-forecasting trees to coral-saving nanoparticle gels and National Park Cities. Transcript link: The Optimist Daily is a project of the World Business Academy. Donate link:
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From Reproductive Rights to Small But Mighty Chia Seeds
Optimist Daily Weekly Roundup
In this week’s round-up, Karissa and Arielle dive into the mighty chia seed’s digestive benefits and Cadence’s push to make emergency contraception as accessible as a pack of gum. Join them as they explore real-world solutions making a difference. Transcript link: The Optimist Daily is a project of the World Business Academy. Donate link:
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The science of a sincere “sorry” and Boise’s geothermal energy solution
Optimist Daily Weekly Roundup
What makes an apology feel sincere? Hint: It’s in your syllables. This week, Arielle and Karissa dig into the psychology of saying sorry, celebrate Boise’s bold geothermal energy system, and share other global solutions that are heating things up (in the best way). Transcript link: The Optimist Daily is a project of the World Business Academy. Donate link:
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Snakebites, sunscreen, and solutions: ancient humans, modern science, and unexpected heroes
Optimist Daily Weekly Roundup
This week, Arielle and Karissa dive into the wild and wonderful world of solutions—from ancient humans using ochre as sunscreen during a magnetic pole shift, to Tim Friede, a man who willingly took 200 venomous snake bites to help researchers create a better antivenom. Plus: a roundup of science-backed health and policy stories you don’t want to miss. Listen in for survival strategies, surprising science, and a lot of human ingenuity. Transcript link: The Optimist Daily is a project of the World Business Academy. Donate link:
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The quiet power of being average + life-sized animal puppets for climate action
Optimist Daily Weekly Roundup
Is an average life a failure—or a hidden strength? In this episode of The Optimist Daily’s Weekly Round-up, Arielle spotlights The Herds, a stunning climate art project featuring life-sized animal puppets parading through cities to raise awareness. Then, Karissa explores the beauty of embracing ordinary moments, with insights from psychologist Sam Goldstein on why a meaningful life doesn’t need to be extraordinary. Plus, they share other uplifting stories—from butter made from air to Kenya’s clean energy transformation. Watch The Herds behind-the-scenes magic on YouTube: Transcript...
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What Iceland and Switzerland can teach us about happiness, health, and healing
Optimist Daily Weekly Roundup
In this uplifting episode, Arielle and Karissa explore how Iceland’s connection to nature, social supports, and resilience boost national happiness—and how Swiss doctors are now prescribing museum visits to improve mental health. From cotton candy skies to Claude Monet, this conversation dives into how culture, community, and creativity are reshaping wellness worldwide. Plus, we round up this week’s most inspiring solutions from the Optimist Daily, from AI space discoveries to rave-ready nightclubs. Transcript link: The Optimist Daily is a project of the World Business Academy. Donate...
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From oysters to ice baths: what boosts your health and helps the planet
Optimist Daily Weekly Roundup
In this week’s episode, Arielle and Karissa dive into two feel-good stories they didn’t expect to love: the science-backed benefits of shellfish and the surprising cellular perks of cold water immersion. From bivalves that clean oceans to ice baths that boost autophagy, discover why discomfort might just be good for you—and the Earth. Plus, a rapid roundup of other top solutions this week, including citizen science, coffee hacks, and maternal health progress in Alabama. Transcript link: The Optimist Daily is a project of the World Business Academy. Donate link:
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Uncontacted tribes, wildfire-resilient homes, and hope in tough times
Optimist Daily Weekly Roundup
This week, Arielle and Karissa explore a groundbreaking move by Colombia to protect uncontacted Indigenous communities and biodiversity, a California builder’s creation of the first wildfire-resilient neighborhood, and the personal impact of budget cuts to the EPA and NPS. Transcript link: The Optimist Daily is a project of the World Business Academy. Donate link:
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How crafting and friendships foster healing, joy, and upward mobility
Optimist Daily Weekly Roundup
This week, Arielle and Karissa explore the powerful intersection of creativity, mental well-being, and community. They dive into a groundbreaking study on how friendships across income lines can increase social mobility—and why inclusive schools and recreational spaces matter. Then, they turn to the healing magic of crafting, revealing how simple creative acts can reduce stress, build resilience, and deepen relationships. Transcript link: The Optimist Daily is a project of the World Business Academy. Donate link:
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Bloodless Bulls & Biodegradable Beads
Optimist Daily Weekly Roundup
This week, Karissa and Arielle explore creative sustainability in action—from biodegradable, seed-filled Mardi Gras beads developed by LSU students to Mexico City’s bold move toward bloodless bullfighting. Join in for a hopeful conversation about how traditions can evolve, and discover more solutions that are reshaping our world for the better. Transcript link: The Optimist Daily is a project of the World Business Academy. Donate link:
info_outlineIn this episode of The Optimist Daily’s Weekly Roundup, Karissa and Arielle dive into two compelling stories: why picking up the phone to call your friends can strengthen relationships and improve mental well-being, and how France finally scrapped a discriminatory voting rule in its National Assembly. They discuss the growing loneliness epidemic, how small habits like making a call list can make a big difference, and why accessibility reforms—like the one championed by Sébastien Peytavie—are essential for creating a more inclusive society. Plus, they share even more uplifting solutions from around the world.
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