Reading the news lately has been draining. In order to find the good, I’ve had to sift through so much bad — and it’s really been taking a toll on my anxiety. I’ve been thinking about shifting things for a while now. Turning 24 made me realize my frontal lobe is probably in its final stretch of development — and it’s finally telling me it’s okay to do this. It’s okay to change things up. It’s okay to choose peace.

So I’ve decided to try something new: instead of doing this weekly, I’m going to switch to monthly positive news episodes. That way, I can still share all the good that’s out there without consuming myself with negativity every week. Life is full right now — in a good way — and I want to make space for it.

I’m honestly a little nervous to share this. I always care what people think… but this time, I’m choosing to care more about what I need. I talk all the time about doing what’s best for you, so now I’m living that out — and right now, this feels right.

This isn’t goodbye — it’s just “see you next month.” And who knows where this will take me? I’m excited to find out. 🤍

🧠 Body & Brain

Scientists have turned a deadly tomb fungus into a powerful cancer-fighting compound that may rival current leukemia treatments. Nature really said, “Let me save you after I scared you.”

📍https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/deadly-fungus-could-be-key-to-cancer-treatment/

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🍵 Latest Tea

Taylor Swift dropped by a children’s hospital, but her fans did something even more powerful — raising over $50K in her honor to help cover costs for patients like Aaliyah and Majesty. Real ones only.

📍 https://www.today.com/parents/taylor-swift-childrens-hospital-visit-fans-donate-rcna213086

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🌍 On Our Planet

The biggest digital camera ever built has officially released its first images of the universe — and they’re stunning. Say hello to 3,200-megapixels of pure cosmic beauty.

📍 https://apnews.com/article/digital-camera-universe-vera-rubin-observatory-98a9835d79c4ec1bdb63a971702c21bc

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💛 Near and Dear

A 12-year-old boy in Virginia saved his brothers and grandma from a house fire — and impressed the local fire chief so much, he’s already got a future job lined up. Hero isn’t even the word.

📍 https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/12-year-old-boy-saves-brothers-grandma-from-house-fire-petersburg-virginia/

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🏀 Duh Sports

The Oklahoma City Thunder won the NBA Championship — but had no clue how to pop champagne. With an average age of 25, these young champs are adorable, confused, and iconic.

📍 https://www.nbcnews.com/news/sports/oklahoma-city-thunder-nba-championship-celebration-champagne-rcna212196

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💬 Extra Dose

Inside New York’s anti-loneliness Life Story Club, where seniors share wild life memories and find deep connection. It’s proof that storytelling can heal hearts, no matter your age.

📍 https://nypost.com/2024/06/23/real-estate/inside-nycs-anti-loneliness-club-where-seniors-share-their-life-stories/

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🎧 Tune in, get inspired, and remember: there’s still so much good out there. You just have to know where to look. 💛

✨ Ready for a boost of good news? Hit play and let BLONDE bring a little sunshine to your day.

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🧠 B – Body and Brain

97-year-old Catherine Kuehnan isn’t slowing down—she’s setting world records in powerlifting. The documentary Strong Grandma captures her determination to deadlift 100 pounds and proves that strength knows no age.

🔗 (https://www.newyorker.com/culture/video-dept/strong-grandma)

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🍵 L – Latest Tea

BREAKING: The Bachelor’s Grant Ellis and Juliana Pasquarosa have officially called it quits—and honestly? Best news I’ve heard all week. Sometimes the real plot twist is getting out of the wrong love story.

🔗 (https://people.com/bachelor-star-grant-ellis-juliana-pasquarosa-end-engagement-8616018)⸻

🌍 O – On Our Planet

Lady Liberty didn’t just appear—she arrived in 350 pieces on June 17, 1885, and has since stood tall as a symbol of freedom and hope. This week, we honor her arrival and the powerful message she continues to represent.

🔗(https://www.nps.gov/stli/learn/historyculture/colossus.htm)

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💛 N – Near and Dear

Bill Reagan turned his grief into love letters for the world—massive ones. After losing his wife Julia, he put her photo on over 300 billboards across the country. Now, a year later, they’re coming down—but not forever.

🔗 (https://www.deseret.com/2024/6/7/24093857/bill-reagan-billboards-wife-julia-love-story)

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🏅 D – Duh, Sports

In a rare, quiet act of grace, the Dodgers continue to sign former player Andrew Toles to annual contracts so he can maintain health insurance while navigating mental illness. This isn’t about stats—it’s about humanity.

🔗 (https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/dodgers-renew-andrew-toles-contract-for-health-insurance-mental-health/)

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💬 E – Extra Dose

What are the odds? Cancer survivor David Serkin has now won the lottery four times—totaling over $2.5 million. His reaction? Grateful and grounded: “You check your ticket… and if you win, you’re happy.”

🔗 (https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/may/20/canada-lottery-winner-david-serkin)

🧠 BODY AND BRAIN

It’s never too late to start eating for your brain. A new study tracking 90,000 adults found that even starting the MIND diet later in life can significantly reduce your risk of dementia. Leafy greens, berries, olive oil—simple changes, powerful results.

🔗 (https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/never-too-late-to-start-eating-the-mind-diet-to-prevent-dementia-says-study-of-90000/)

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🍵 LATEST TEA

JoJo Siwa is officially dating 33-year-old Love Island alum Chris Hughes, and she says their relationship is “bulletproof.” After a split with her ex, JoJo’s starting a new chapter and even met Chris’s parents.

🔗 (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-14801545/amp/JoJo-Siwa-insists-Chris-Hughes-wont-break.html)

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🌍 ON OUR PLANET

Scientists in Japan have developed a new non-toxic plastic that dissolves in seawater within hours—and even biodegrades in soil. With interest from the packaging industry already growing, this could be a major step for sustainability.

🔗(https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/scientists-in-japan-develop-non-toxic-plastic-that-dissolves-in-seawater-within-hours/)

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💛 NEAR AND DEAR

14-year-old Cody returned a lost wallet with $300 inside—despite saving for an expensive electric dirt bike. A stranger was so inspired by his honesty, they bought the bike for him.

🔗 (https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/arizona-teen-returns-lost-wallet-containing-300-receives-electric-bike-he-had-been-saving-for/)

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🏅 DUH, SPORTS

Coco Gauff just made history, becoming the first American woman since Serena Williams to win the French Open singles title. It’s her second Grand Slam win, and she says this one felt “meant to be.”

🔗 (https://www.today.com/news/sports/coco-gauff-mini-french-open-trophy-rcna211793)

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💬 EXTRA DOSE

When Jonathan, a young man with autism, was diagnosed with cancer, his dad created a plush Cookie Monster with a port just like his. It brought comfort, understanding, and helped him face the unknown. Now, cancer-free, Jonathan uses “Patient Cookie” to teach medical students how to care with empathy.

🔗 (https://thearc.org/blog/fathers-day-stories-from-people-with-disabilities/)

B — Body & Brain

🧠 A 100-year-old woman was diagnosed with breast cancer and is now cancer-free at 101.

🔗 NBC Chicago – Breast cancer survivor at 101 (https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/a-woman-was-diagnosed-with-breast-cancer-at-100-years-old-now-shes-cancer-free-at-101/3759603/?amp=1)

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L — Latest Tea

💄 Hailey Bieber sold her skincare brand, Rhode, to E.L.F. Beauty for $1 billion.

🔗 Today – Rhode acquired by ELF (https://www.today.com/news/good-news/60-year-old-song-viral-hit-thanks-tiktok-even-singer-wasnt-sure-rcna210808)

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O — On Our Planet

🚀 60 years ago, Ed White became the first American to walk in space.

🔗 Space.com – Ed White’s spacewalk (https://www.space.com/space-exploration/human-spaceflight/60-years-ago-ed-white-went-out-for-walk-space-photo-of-the-day-for-june-3-2025)

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N — Near and Dear

👶 Preemie twins once given no chance of survival are now thriving — thanks to a co-sleeping cot.

🔗 Good News Network – Preemie twins thriving (https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/preemie-twins-given-no-chance-of-survival-now-thriving-thanks-to-revolutionary-co-sleeping-cot-that-promotes-bonding/)

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D — Duh, Sports

🏈 Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld are married! Love wins on and off the field.

🔗 People – Josh & Hailee wedding

(https://people.com/hailee-steinfeld-and-josh-allen-wedding-photos-11694266)

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E — Extra Dose

💬 “Don’t worry about doing it well, just do it.” A quote from The Mountain Is You to inspire you to show up and keep creating.

📚 The Mountain is You by Brianna Wiest

This week on The Blonde Hour, I’m recapping my trip to Louisiana—hot weather, good food, and even better stories. Then we dive into The Blonde Report, where things get a little reflective, a little educational, and totally worth the listen.

The Blonde Report this week covers:

🧠 Body & Brain: 5 eating habits that can actually help you sleep better (because yes, I could nap any time, anywhere)

✝️ Latest Tea: Honoring the late Phil Robertson by sharing the wisdom and faith he poured into the world

🪙 On Our Planet: The U.S. says goodbye to the penny—Abe, it’s been real

👵🏼 Near & Dear: A reminder that true friendship knows no age limit… especially when it starts at 100

🏒 Duh, Sports: Team USA hockey makes history—and gives us a reason to cheer

🇺🇸 Extra Dose: A teen builds a veterans memorial for his hometown—an older story, but a perfect nod to Memorial Day

This week on The Blonde Hour, I start off with a classic life update—because you know I can’t keep things short. I’ve been watching my favorite shows (The Pitt, 9-1-1, and The Last of Us) and they’ve been delivering. I also picked up a book for the first time in forever and WOW, I forgot how good reading is. Like why did no one tell me??

Then, what was supposed to be a quick story turns into a full-on travel diary. I just got back from the most beautiful trip with my family—we went to Jackson Hole, stayed in Teton Village, and explored Yellowstone like little outdoorsy legends. So many laughs, cute memories, and one story that may or may not involve bears. You’ll have to listen.

And of course, we wrap it all with this week’s Blonde Report—six chaotic, inspiring, and sometimes straight-up unbelievable segments:

• Body & Brain: Meet Vanellope Wilkins, born with her heart outside her body. In 2017, 50 surgeons worked together to put it back in—and now she’s thriving. Actual superhero origin story.

• Latest Tea: We have a brand new pope! Pope Leo is in the Vatican building things (metaphorically), and I’ve got all the random facts about him you didn’t know you needed.

• Our Planet: Three genius teens invented a salt-powered fridge called Thermavault. It works without electricity and sounds fake—but it’s totally real and kind of iconic.

• Near & Dear: Linwood Riddick just graduated from college at 80 years old. Yes, 8-0. Proof that it’s never too late to chase a dream. Or get a cap and gown moment.

• Duh Sports: The Kentucky Derby had its drama, its horses, and its winners—so obviously I break it all down like I know how horse racing works.

• Extra Dose: Disney just announced a brand-new park. Dreams are coming true, wallets are trembling, and I’m already mentally in line for a churro.

This episode is your reminder to live a little—read a book, take a trip, chase a dream, or invent a fridge if you’re feeling ambitious. Life’s wild. Let’s talk about it.

This week on The Blonde Hour, I’m giving you all the life updates first—because YES, your girl saw not one but twomovies (The Accountant 2 and Warfare) and honestly? Both slapped. I also hit up a neighborhood garage sale and walked away a changed woman (and maybe with someone’s old picture frame, don’t judge). Work has been amazing, the vibes are vibing, and for once—I’ve got nothing to complain about. We love a peaceful queen era.

Then we dive into The Blonde Report, your six-stop rollercoaster of wild news, unexpected inspiration, and random facts you didn’t know you needed:

• Body & Brain: A paralyzed man is literally typing with his thoughts thanks to Neuralink. We’re officially in sci-fi territory and my brain hurts just thinking about it (pun intended).
• Latest Tea: Selena Gomez went to prom. At a mall. In 2025. With a limo, cheesy photos and Benny Blanco. It’s giving teen movie realness, and I’m so here for it.
• Our Planet: Scientists discovered a completely new color called “olo.” A blue-green you've never seen, can't describe, and now desperately want in nail polish.
• Near & Dear: Darren Awol was told he’d never walk again after being shot—but now, he’s taking on the London Marathon. With elbow crutches, a wheelchair, and pure determination, he’s redefining resilience. Grab tissues.
• Duh Sports: The NFL Draft wasn’t just picks and plays—it was dads crying, surprise proposals, and heartfelt moments that tackled our emotions harder than any linebacker.
• Extra Dose: Rockalina, a 50-year-old box turtle, was just returned to the wild after decades as a pet—and her little turtle toes finally touched grass. We love a soft, slow girl era.

This whole episode is a reminder that no matter where you’re at, or how weird life feels—don’t give up. Not on yourself, not on others, not even on that garage sale lamp you think might be haunted. Keep showing up. Keep turning the page. You’ve got this.

XOXO MOLLS