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Start Your Day Positive

Len and Sara
Start Your Day Positive
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  • Start Your Day Positive

    National Drive Thru Day + The Science of Worship

    07/24/2026 | 24 mins.
    🚗🍔 Happy National Drive-Thru Day!
    We’re rolling through the history of the drive-thru—what’s your go-to order? Grab a snack, stay in the driver’s seat, and join us for a quick, fun ride celebrating one of the greatest conveniences ever invented!

     
    🧠✨ Did you know worship can benefit your brain? Research suggests that practices like worship, prayer, and singing can help reduce stress, boost feelings of connection, and even improve overall emotional well-being. In this episode, we explore the science behind why taking time to worship may be just as good for your mind as it is for your spirit.

     

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    HOSTS:

    Sara Carnes  // @SaraCarnes4

    Len Howswer // @LenHowser
  • Start Your Day Positive

    Coffee Just Got Better + The Next Chipotle Could Be Sandwiches

    07/23/2026 | 24 mins.
    Good news is brewing today! A new review from the American Heart Association says that amount of cups a coffee a day that's safe for most healthy adults—and could even help lower the risk of certain heart conditions!

    Plus, the founder of Chipotle is hoping to reinvent lunch with a brand-new chain built around fresh, made-from-scratch ingredients. Could this become the next fast-casual favorite?

    We'll also talk about why iPhone users are among the most loyal customers in the world, why so few people ever switch to Android, plus Today in History and plenty of reasons to start your day with a smile.

    Thanks for listening to Start Your Day Positive!

    Thanks to our sponsors: Universal Windows Direct and Liberty Healthshare

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    Email: LenandSara@StartYourDayPositive.com

    Our Website: StartYourDayPositive.com

    HOSTS:

    Sara Carnes  // @SaraCarnes4

    Len Howswer // @LenHowser
  • Start Your Day Positive

    What's the Best Protein? + The Souvenirs You'll Actually Treasure

    07/22/2026 | 28 mins.
    Start your day with a smile and a few stories you'll actually be glad you heard! Today we're sharing one of the rarest births in the world—a 1-in-15 million pregnancy that left one family celebrating four little miracles. Plus, France is taking a bold step by banning social media for children under 15, and we'll talk about why so many people support the move.

    We'll also look at a new survey revealing where Americans are really getting their protein (hint: it's probably not from a shake!), share our favorite vacation souvenir ideas before we head to London and Paris with our listeners, and wrap things up with Today in History.

    And it's stump day... guess your answer at StartYourDayPositive.com for a chance to win Daisy Cake Pops delivered to you! 

    Thanks to today's sponsors: Universal Windows Direct, Northeast Factory Direct and Liberty HealthShare

    Sign up for the Morning Boosts newsletter HERE!

    Email: LenandSara@StartYourDayPositive.com

    Our Website: StartYourDayPositive.com

    HOSTS:

    Sara Carnes  // @SaraCarnes4

    Len Howswer // @LenHowser
  • Start Your Day Positive

    Did They Just Find King Solomon's Temple?... & The Most Versatile Food Ever?

    07/21/2026 | 27 mins.
    A movie that's making history, an incredible archaeological discovery with biblical significance, and a sports event that may have broken a worldwide viewing record!

    Plus, Sara makes the case for what she believes is the most versatile food you can buy—and shares the unexpected recipe she just made with it!

    Thanks to our sponsors: Northeast Factory Direct, and Liberty Healthshare

    Sign up for the Morning Boosts newsletter HERE!

    Email: LenandSara@StartYourDayPositive.com

    Our Website: StartYourDayPositive.com

    HOSTS:

    Sara Carnes  // @SaraCarnes4

    Len Howswer // @LenHowser
  • Start Your Day Positive

    A 27-Year Record Falls & One Conversation Skill That Changes Everything

    07/20/2026 | 22 mins.
    A 27-year world record is finally broken as Josh Kerr becomes the fastest man ever to run the mile. Plus, House of David is officially returning for Season 3, and LeBron James has everyone guessing about what's next after his latest public appearance.

    We also share a simple tip for handling tough conversations with more confidence, talk about Lindsey Vonn's inspiring perspective on life's unexpected detours, and tell you how to claim your FREE copy of Inviting Genius—available while supplies last at StartYourDayPositive.com.

    Thanks to our sponsors: Universals Windows Direct and Liberty Healthshare
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About Start Your Day Positive
Start Your Day Positive is the feel-good way to start your morning. Every weekday, we bring you uplifting news (yes, it exists!), trending stories worth talking about, real-life conversations, a little humor, and those fascinating “Today in History” moments that make you say, “I didn’t know that!” And we always wrap up with a heartfelt prayer to center you, strengthen you, and remind you that you’re not walking into the day alone.
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