Fresh Air, Fast-Growing Coffee Chains & The Question Everyone Gets Asked

Lunch with Legends and Life Beyond Your Living Room

The countdown to the biggest sporting event on Earth is on as the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off this week! Plus, a mystery bidder spends millions for lunch with Warren Buffett and Steph Curry, and the latest buzz surrounding Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce has everyone talking. Also today: Len shares his ultimate Burger King ordering hack, and Sara explores the return of "third places"—and why finding one could be a game-changer for your happiness and well-being. Your feel-good way to start the day!  Thanks to our sponsors: Universal Windows Direct and Liberty HealthShare.

One Extraordinary Flower, One Powerful Photo & One Challenge

A rare corpse flower is about to bloom at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo—and yes, it smells exactly as bad as you'd imagine. A famous American landmark is getting a fresh new look as the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is refilled after a major renovation. As America approaches its 250th birthday, a new initiative explores the Bible's influence on the nation's founding and early leaders. Plus, we look back at the first drive-in movie theater, the powerful story behind the "Tank Man" photo, celebrate National Donut Day, and Len shares a simple Win the Day challenge: say yes more often. We're giving away a $100 gas gift card today... listen for the keyword and how to enter!!!  Your feel good way to start the day! Thanks to our sponsors: Universal Windows Direct, Liberty Healthshare and Northeast Factory Direct.  Sign up for the Morning Boosts newsletter HERE! [https://startyourdaypositive.com/newsletter/] Email: LenandSara@StartYourDayPositive.com Our Website: StartYourDayPositive.com [http://startyourdaypositive.com/] HOSTS: Sara Carnes  // @SaraCarnes4 [https://www.instagram.com/saracarnes4/] Len Howswer // @LenHowser [https://www.instagram.com/lenhowser/]

Toy Story 5, A Trip Out West, and a Dream Wedding

Scientists have developed a new plastic that could someday break itself down when it's no longer needed. Plus, one of the biggest stories from the Women's College Softball World Series comes with a surprise nobody saw coming, and Taylor Swift is heading to Toy Story 5 with a brand-new song. Also, Sara is back from her trip out West and sharing highlights from her daughter's beautiful wedding in Wyoming! Listen for today's Pump You Up Gas Card Giveaway keyword and enter at StartYourDayPositive.com. Your feel-good way to start the day!  Sign up for the Morning Boosts newsletter HERE! [https://startyourdaypositive.com/newsletter/] Email: LenandSara@StartYourDayPositive.com Our Website: StartYourDayPositive.com [http://StartYourDayPositive.com] HOSTS: Sara Carnes  // @SaraCarnes4 [https://www.instagram.com/saracarnes4/] Len Howswer // @LenHowser [https://www.instagram.com/lenhowser/]

No Phubbing, She's Coming Back & The Crown Returns to the King

Today on the podcast, our FREE Gas Giveaway continues, giving you another chance to fuel up on us. Could one of the greatest athletes of all time be making a comeback? At 44 years old, Serena Williams is sparking plenty of buzz, and we have the latest details. We also take a look at a proposed cruise ship so massive it makes Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas seem small by comparison. And have you ever been called a "phubber"? If you've never heard the term, you're not alone. We'll explain what it means and why it might hit closer to home than you think. Plus, it's Wednesday, which means it's Stump Day! Try today's question, and you could win two dozen delicious Daisy Pops. Your feel-good way to start the day! Thanks to our sponsors: Liberty HealthShare, Northeast Factory Direct, and Universal Windows Direct.   Sign up for the Morning Boosts newsletter HERE! [https://startyourdaypositive.com/newsletter/] Email: LenandSara@StartYourDayPositive.com Our Website: StartYourDayPositive.com [http://StartYourDayPositive.com] HOSTS: Sara Carnes  // @SaraCarnes4 [https://www.instagram.com/saracarnes4/] Len Howswer // @LenHowser [https://www.instagram.com/lenhowser/]

The Calming Music Trend, Laughing Kids are Healthy Kids & Smarter Than Ken Jennings

Today on the podcast, we're joined by special guest and our good friend Robin Swoboda. We talk about a wonderful new study that confirms the health benefits of hearing a child's laughter. Trending - first dates at fast food restaurants and the benefits of listening to music at 432 Hz. Listen for today's keyword and a chance to win FREE GAS. We'll be giving it away every episode in June. Your feel-good way to start the day!  Thanks to our sponsors: Universal Windows Direct and Liberty HealthShare.  Sign up for the Morning Boosts newsletter HERE! [https://startyourdaypositive.com/newsletter/] Email: LenandSara@StartYourDayPositive.com Our Website: StartYourDayPositive.com [http://startyourdaypositive.com/] HOSTS: Sara Carnes  // @SaraCarnes4 [https://www.instagram.com/saracarnes4/] Len Howser // @LenHowser [https://www.instagram.com/lenhowser/]