Start Your Day Positive

Holiday Edition: HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMERICA! What Makes the USA So Special

In This Episode:✅ Top News Stories 
✅ Today in History 
✅ Why we love America
✅  Win $50 giftcard to your favorite restaurant gift card. "Whistle While You Win" with Wyatt Works
✅  Use the code "Positive" to save 10% off your tickets to the Alive Music Festival! 
 
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🎉 Special thanks to our sponsors:Universal Windows Direct and Northeast Factory Direct 

How to Move an Awkward Conversation Forward, Positive Benefits of Screen Divorce and How to Get on Jeopardy

In This Episode:✅ Top News Stories 
✅ Today in History 
✅ Are you ready for a screen divorce  
✅  The perfect technique to help an awkward conversation move forward
✅  Win $200 is house cleaning services from Squeaky Clean NEO. Just listen for the keyword.
✅  WIN 4 tickets, 4 t-shirts and 4 food passes to the Alive Music Festival
✅  Use the code "Positive" to save 10% off your tickets to the Alive Music Festival! 
 
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🎉 Special thanks to our sponsors:Universal Windows Direct and Northeast Factory Direct 

The Pursuit of Happiness, Robo-Taxi's Are Here, and Asking For a Raise

In This Episode:✅ Top News Stories 
✅ Today in History 
✅ Thomas Jefferson and happiness  
✅  Need a raise? It's time to ask 
✅  Stump Day! Guess the answer and enter to win 2 dozen cake pops from Daisy Cakes! Enter at StartYourDayPositive.com 
✅  WIN 4 tickets, 4 t-shirts and 4 food passes to the Alive Music Festival
✅  Use the code "Positive" to save 10% off your tickets to the Alive Music Festival! 
 
📲 Follow Sara on Instagram @saracarnes4
📲 Follow Len on Instagram @lenhowser
🎉 Special thanks to our sponsors:Universal Windows Direct and Northeast Factory Direct 

Life Changing Perspective on Priorities, Can Amazon Get Even Bigger and What is Your Work Love Language

In This Episode:✅ Top News Stories 
✅ Today in History 
✅  Wisdom that will change your life from someone who is 81
✅ The 5 love languages for business
✅ Amazon is getting more efficient
✅  Use the code "Positive" to save 10% off your tickets to the Alive Music Festival! 
 
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📲 Follow Len on Instagram @lenhowser
🎉 Special thanks to our sponsors:Universal Windows Direct 

Maybe the Greatest Showman Ever, TV is Changing Forever and The Easiest Way to Brighten a Day

In This Episode:✅ Top News Stories 
✅ Today in History - Wow, you won't believe 'The Great Blondin"
✅  A lesson from Len on the value of a smile
✅ A big shift in how we watch television
✅  Use the code "Positive" to save 10% off your tickets to the Alive Music Festival! 
 
📲 Follow Sara on Instagram @saracarnes4
📲 Follow Len on Instagram @lenhowser
 
🎉 Special thanks to our sponsors:Northeast Factory Direct and Universal Windows Direct 

Top Travel Destinations, a Movie Quote that Changed Everything and How Far Would You Go For the Perfect Selfie?

In This Episode:✅ Today in History
✅ Len and Sara share some thoughts from the number one photo destination in the world. 
✅  Wyatt Works Whistle While You Win - Guess the song and enter to win a $50 gift card the the restaurant of your choice! Get all the details to enter at StartYourDayPositive.com 
✅  Use the code "Positive" to save 10% off your tickets to the Alive Music Festival! 
 
*Note: While we’re enjoying a little time away on our listener trip, we’ll be pressing pause on the daily news updates. We’ll be back with your regular news updates soon!
 
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🎉 Special thanks to our sponsors:Universal Windows Direct 

Easy Everyday Tips for Saving Money!

In This Episode:✅ Today in History
✅  Looking to stretch your dollars a little further? You’re in for a treat! Today we’re joined by Rachel from Couponing with Rachel to share her top tips for saving money. From the best money saving apps to easy ways families can cut costs, Rachel breaks it down in a way that’s fun, simple, and totally doable.  
✅  Use the code "Positive" to save 10% off your tickets to the Alive Music Festival! 
 
*Note: While we’re enjoying a little time away on our listener trip, we’ll be pressing pause on the daily news updates. We’ll be back with your regular news updates soon!
 
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🎉 Special thanks to our sponsors:Northeast Factory Direct & Alive Music Festival 

New Fitness Walking Trend and Gen Alpha in Greece vs USA!

In This Episode:✅ Today in History
✅Sara's daughter Reagan interviews a new friend in Greece. 
✅  Stump Day! Guess the answer and enter to win 2 dozen cake pops from Daisy Cakes! Enter at StartYourDayPositive.com 
✅  Use the code "Positive" to save 10% off your tickets to the Alive Music Festival! 
 
*Note: While we’re enjoying a little time away on our listener trip, we’ll be pressing pause on the daily news updates. We’ll be back with your regular news updates soon!
 
📲 Follow Sara on Instagram @saracarnes4
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🎉 Special thanks to our sponsors:Universal Windows Direct 

From the Office to the Kitchen Table: Why Communication Matters Everywhere

In This Episode:✅ Today in History
✅  What if most issues—at work and at home—could be solved with better communication?
In this episode, we’re joined by Tommie Jo Brode, founder of Venice Solutions Group, national speaker, and expert on communication in both professional and personal settings. With a background in law, leadership, and risk management, Tommie Jo shares how effective communication can prevent conflict, improve relationships, and create healthier environments—whether you're leading a team or navigating family life.
To connect with Tommie Jo for speaking or consulting, visit VeniceSolutionsGroup.com or find her on LinkedIn.
 
✅  Use the code "Positive" to save 10% off your tickets to the Alive Music Festival! 
 
*Note: While we’re enjoying a little time away on our listener trip, we’ll be pressing pause on the daily news updates. We’ll be back with your regular news updates soon!
 
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🎉 Special thanks to our sponsors:Northeast Factory Direct and Universal Windows Direct 

Balancing Life, Faith, and Family with Kristi Capel

In This Episode:✅ Today in History
✅  In this episode, we’re joined by the lovely Kristi Capel—TV personality, mom, and woman of faith—as she shares about balancing career and calling, keeping faith at the center of it all, and the power of staying grounded in what truly matters. It’s an uplifting conversation about family, purpose, and trusting God through every season of life.
✅  Use the code "Positive" to save 10% off your tickets to the Alive Music Festival! 
 
*Note: While we’re enjoying a little time away on our listener trip, we’ll be pressing pause on the daily news updates. We’ll be back with your regular news updates soon!
 
📲 Follow Sara on Instagram @saracarnes4
📲 Follow Len on Instagram @lenhowser
 
🎉 Special thanks to our sponsors:Northeast Factory Direct