Start Your Day Positive
Start your mornings with faith and inspiration in around 25 minutes! Our weekday Christian podcast delivers a new episode every weekday with uplifting conversations, biblical encouragement, trending news, and fascinating ‘Today in History’ moments—all from a positive, faith-based perspective. Each episode wraps up with a heartfelt prayer to strengthen and guide you through your day. Whether you need morning motivation, a little humor, or a quick way to stay informed while deepening your faith, this podcast is your go-to source for daily Christian encouragement!
Episodes

4 hours ago
4 hours ago
In This Episode:✅ Top News Stories – The latest headlines you need to know today.✅ Today in History – A look back at key moments that happened on this day.
✅ Loving the Bible – Len shares a tip he uses to make the Bible really connect
✅ Stress Bragging – When you take talking about how busy you are too far
✅ Pay up! - Len loses a bet to Sara...again
✅ 40 Days of Lent - The benefits of meditation
📲 Follow Sara on Instagram @saracarnes4
📲 Follow Len on Instagram @lenhowser
Join us for 40 days of WORDS for Lent in partnership with The Faith and Art Shop from Logos.
Learn more about our TRAVEL CLUB and upcoming trips at
startyourdaypositive.com
Thank you to today's sponsors...
Reset Medical and Wellness
Northeast Factory Direct

5 hours ago
5 hours ago
In This Episode:✅ Top News Stories – The latest headlines you need to know today.✅ Today in History – A look back at key moments that happened on this day.
✅ Fumble and Fess Up - A playful take on fumbling a situation and owning up to it. How we should handle apologies.
✅ The Social Media Dilemma – Finding your balance with social media.
✅ It's Stumpday - win cake pops! – Answer Sara's Stumpday question to win delightful positive cake pops
📲 Follow Sara on Instagram @saracarnes4
📲 Follow Len on Instagram @lenhowser
Join us for 40 days of WORDS for Lent in partnership with The Faith and Art Shop from Logos.
Learn more about our TRAVEL CLUB AND Upcoming Trips at
startyourdaypositive.com
Thank you to today's sponsors...
Northeast Factory Direct and
Universal Windows Direct

3 days ago
3 days ago
In This Episode:✅ Top News Stories – The latest headlines you need to know today.✅ Today in History – A look back at key moments that happened on this day.
✅ Lent Word of the Day – Reflect on today’s Lent-inspired word and how it can encourage you during this season.
✅ April Has Arrived! – 5 great things to look forward to this month.
✅ Overcoming a Slump – A Lesson from Coach Len on overcoming a slump at the plate and in life
📲 Follow Sara on Instagram @saracarnes4
📲 Follow Len on Instagram @lenhowser
Join us for 40 days of WORDS for Lent in partnership with The Faith and Art Shop from Logos.
Learn more about our TRAVEL CLUB AND Upcoming Trips at
startyourdaypositive.com
Thank you to today's sponsors...
Northeast Factory Direct and
Universal Windows Direct

4 days ago
4 days ago
In This Episode:✅ Top News Stories – The latest headlines you need to know today.✅ Today in History – A look back at key moments that happened on this day.✅ April Fools’ Day Fun – Len shares creative and lighthearted ways to celebrate without going overboard.✅ Leading by Example: What Kids Learn from You – Sara shares 10 surprising things kids pick up just by watching their parents.✅ Living Your Faith Daily – How humility plays a role in your faith walk and small ways to reflect it in everyday life.
📲 Follow Sara on Instagram @saracarnes4
📲 Follow Len on Instagram @lenhowser
Join us for 40 days of WORDS for Lent in partnership with The Faith and Art Shop from Logos.
Learn more about our TRAVEL CLUB AND Upcoming Trips at
startyourdaypositive.com
Thank you to today's sponsors...
Reset Medical and Wellness
Journey Home Restoration and the Roof Blessings Program

7 days ago
7 days ago
In This Episode:✅ Top News Stories – Top 3 news stories of the day. ✅ Today in History – Take a look back at today in history. ✅ Lent Word of the Day – Reflect on today’s Lent-inspired word and how it can encourage you during this season.✅ Overcoming Fear of Failure – Motivation to "go for it" in pursuit of your dream✅ Making Chores Positive – Sara's personal tips on how to put joy into your household chores
✅ Respond Don't React– How and when to draw boundary lines✅ The Roof Blessing – Info on how you can have the roof of your church repaired and replaced for FREE
📲 Follow Sara on Instagram @saracarnes4
📲 Follow Len on Instagram @lenhowser
Join us for 40 days of WORDS for Lent in partnership with The Faith and Art Shop from Logos.
Learn more about our TRAVEL CLUB AND Upcoming Trips at
startyourdaypositive.com
Thank you to today's sponsors...
Universal Windows Direct
Journey Home Restoration and the Roof Blessings Program

Thursday Mar 27, 2025
Family Favorites, An Ancient Pyramid Discovery and Thoughts on the New Snow White
Thursday Mar 27, 2025
Thursday Mar 27, 2025
In This Episode:✅ Today in History – A look back at key moments from this day in history.✅ Lent Word of the Day – A short devotional reflection for your Lenten journey.✅ Underground City Mystery – A new study suggests the discovery of an underground city beneath an Egyptian pyramid. We give you some details... ✅ Favorite Child Debate – A surprising new study examines whether parents really have a favorite child. You might be surprised by the results!
📲 Follow Sara on Instagram @saracarnes4
📲 Follow Len on Instagram @lenhowser
Join us for 40 days of WORDS for Lent in sponsored by The Faith and Art Shop from Logos.
Learn more about our TRAVEL CLUB AND Upcoming Trips at
startyourdaypositive.com
Thank you to today's sponsors...
Reset Medical and Wellness
Details for their April 2nd information session here.
And Northeast Factory Direct

Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
In This Episode:
✅ Top News Stories – Stay informed with today’s latest headlines and updates.
✅ Today in History – Take a step back in time and discover fascinating moments from this day in history.
✅ Our LENT Word of the Day
✅ Stump Day – Answer Sara's Challenging Stump Day Question and win Positive Pops from Daisy Pops.
✅ Live Life to the Fullest – How to shift your perspective to get the most out of every day.
✅ Boost Your Vocabulary – Get ready for season 5 of The Chosen & a convo we had with creator Dallas Jenkins.
📲 Follow Sara on Instagram @saracarnes4
📲 Follow Len on Instagram @lenhowser
Join us for 40 days of WORDS for Lent in partnership with The Faith and Art Shop from Logos.
Learn more about our TRAVEL CLUB AND Upcoming Trips at
startyourdaypositive.com
Thank you to today's sponsors...
Universal Windows Direct and Northeast Factory Direct

Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
In This Episode:
✅ Top News Stories – Stay informed with today’s latest headlines and updates.
✅ Today in History – Take a step back in time and discover fascinating moments from this day in history.
✅ Our LENT Word of the Day
✅ Good Morning Sunshine – Sara shares new research on the health benefits of morning sun.
✅ A Conversation With a Homeless Man – A surprising conversation Len had with a homeless man downtown.
✅ Boost Your Vocabulary – 5 words you can use today that will have everyone smiling & scratching their heads.
📲 Follow Sara on Instagram @saracarnes4
📲 Follow Len on Instagram @lenhowser
Join us for 40 days of WORDS for Lent in partnership with The Faith and Art Shop from Logos.
Learn more about our TRAVEL CLUB AND Upcoming Trips at
startyourdaypositive.com
Thank you to today's sponsors...
Universal Windows Direct and Northeast Factory Direct

Monday Mar 24, 2025
Life Hacks with AI, George Foreman's Lasting Legacy, and Overcoming Setbacks
Monday Mar 24, 2025
Monday Mar 24, 2025
In This Episode:✅ Top News Stories – Top 3 news stories of the day. ✅ Today in History – Take a look back at today in history. ✅ Lent Word of the Day – Reflect on today’s Lent-inspired word and how it can encourage you during this season.✅ George Foreman’s Legacy – How do you want to be remembered? Let’s explore his inspiring story.✅ ChatGPT in Everyday Life – Curious how AI can make life easier? From meal planning to productivity tips, learn practical ways to use ChatGPT.✅ When Plans Don’t Go as Expected – Hear the recent story of astronauts stranded in space and the powerful lesson it offers about patience, resilience, and problem-solving.
📲 Follow Sara on Instagram @saracarnes4
📲 Follow Len on Instagram @lenhowser
Join us for 40 days of WORDS for Lent in partnership with The Faith and Art Shop from Logos.
Learn more about our TRAVEL CLUB AND Upcoming Trips at
startyourdaypositive.com
Thank you to today's sponsors...
Reset Medical and Wellness
Details for their April 2nd information session here.

Friday Mar 21, 2025
Friday Mar 21, 2025
In This Episode:
✅ Top News Stories – Stay informed with today’s latest headlines and updates.
✅ Today in History – Take a step back in time and discover fascinating moments from this day in history.
✅ Our LENT Word of the Day
✅ The Unexpected Joy of Talking to Strangers – Len shares how a simple conversation with strangers can bring unexpected joy and brighten your day.
✅ The Sweet Success Story of Crumbl Cookie – Sara shares how she was inspired hearing the story of Crumbl Cookie, a true example of passion, persistence, and sweet success!
✅ Top 10 U.S. Travel Destinations for 2025 – Planning your next getaway? Discover the hottest travel spots for 2025 that you won’t want to miss.
📲 Follow Sara on Instagram @saracarnes4
📲 Follow Len on Instagram @lenhowser
Join us for 40 days of WORDS for Lent in partnership with The Faith and Art Shop from Logos.
Learn more about our TRAVEL CLUB AND Upcoming Trips at
startyourdaypositive.com
Thank you to today's sponsors...
Reset Medical and Wellness
Details for their April 2nd information session here.