Start Your Day Positive

Len and Sara
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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.

  1. 2d ago

    Why Beans are Trending Big Time & Why You Never Count Yourself Out

    A Feel-Good Way to Start Your Day! Join Len & Sara for another Friday filled with good news, fun conversation, encouragement, and a little inspiration to carry into your weekend! In Today's Daily 3: 🥗 What's Coming to Your Grocery Cart in 2027? Whole Foods predicts a comeback for beans and lentils, Japanese comfort foods, simpler ingredients, and a surprising new trend called "beautrition!" 📚 Students Grade the Grading System! Kids actually like traditional letter grades, but they have some ideas about making the system a little fairer. 🛒 Are You a Superfan of Your Favorite Store? From Trader Joe's and Aldi to Costco and Target, some retailers have developed loyal followings that rival sports teams! Which store has YOUR loyalty? Today in History: We're celebrating one of life's greatest conveniences — indoor plumbing! Plus, the remarkable story of Watergate figure Chuck Colson, whose life was transformed by faith and who went on to establish a ministry that has touched millions of lives. ⚾ Win the Day: Never count yourself out! The Cleveland Guardians are giving us a great reminder that being the underdog doesn't mean you can't accomplish something extraordinary. After all, we all put our pants on one leg at a time! 🙏 Positive Thought & Closing Prayer: As we head into a beautiful fall weekend, take time to appreciate God's incredible creativity — and the unique gifts and talents He's placed in each of us. Start Your Day Positive with Len & Sara — good news, great conversation, and a little faith-filled encouragement to help you WIN THE DAY!

  2. 3d ago

    Aldi's amazing Thanksgiving Bargain, & How to Handle a Know-It-All with Grace

    A feel-good way to start your day with Len & Sara!  The Daily 3: Aldi is making Thanksgiving more affordable with a complete holiday feast for 10 people for less than $39! Plus, a new sunscreen ingredient is coming to America, and research reminds us why good friendships are so important to our health and happiness. Today in History: I Love Lucy premiered 75 years ago! We'll share some incredible facts about one of the most popular television shows of all time. Plus, Dolly Parton's unforgettable hit "Jolene" makes music history. Win the Day: Know someone who ALWAYS has to be right? Communication expert Jefferson Fisher shares two simple ways to turn an argument into a conversation. And Sara reminds us of the surprising value of casual friendships and everyday connections. Positive Thought: A little encouragement to carry with you throughout the day. Closing Blessing: May God's peace, wisdom, and love go with you wherever today leads. Start Your Day Positive with Len & Sara — a little news, a little laughter, and a lot of encouragement to help you win the day!

  3. 4d ago

    The Grocery Trick That Saves Money & America’s Favorite Candy

    Want to save money at the grocery store? A new study says the secret may be having a plan before you walk in. Plus, America’s favorite Halloween candy, an American Girl favorite who’s all grown up, and two fascinating moments in history involving Teddy Roosevelt and the Cuban Missile Crisis. And in today’s Win the Day, Sara shares the surprising story of someone who found major success later in life — this one may surprise you. thanks to our sponsors Liberty Healthshare, Northeast Factory Direct, and Universal Windows Direct.

  4. 5d ago

    Apple Wants You to Talk to Your House + Is This Noah’s Ark?

    Apple may be ready to make your whole house smarter with a new HomeView device designed to let you control your home simply by talking to Siri. Plus, a new study has encouraging news for diet soda drinkers, and researchers near Mount Ararat say they’ve uncovered new clues in the search for Noah’s Ark. Today in History: The White House cornerstone, the launch of the ABA, and the incredible rescue of 33 Chilean miners after 69 days underground. Win the Day: Simple tricks to help your carved pumpkin last longer. Everything you need to know. None of the doom. Plus, encouragement and prayer to help you Start Your Day Positive. Thanks to our podcast sponsor Liberty Healthshare, Northeast Factory Direct, and Sweetie's Candy!

  5. 6d ago

    Cedar Point’s Name, and Starbucks + Chipotle

    Could Cedar Point really get a new name? We’re talking about the Six Flags survey that has fans buzzing. Plus, Starbucks is reportedly exploring a possible acquisition of Chipotle, and SpaceX is moving us closer to a future where your cell phone could connect directly to satellites. We also look back at a moment in history from October 12, and today’s Win the Day shares a simple trick that can help you remember things better. Thanks to our sponsors Northeast Factory Direct and Liberty Healthshare.

  6. Oct 9

    A Grandma Who Won't Quit, a Fresh Dating App Twist & Old School Headphones are Back!

    Wired Headphones Are Back, a Grandma's Five-Hour Plank & Love Goes Old School!  On today's Start Your Day Positive with Len & Sara: Everything old is new again! Wired headphones are making a comeback, and even Bose is getting back in the game. Would you ditch your wireless earbuds? Grandma's got staying power! A 61-year-old grandmother breaks her own Guinness World Record by holding a plank for FIVE HOURS! Love needs a little help from friends! A new dating app is bringing back the old-fashioned matchmaker—with a modern twist. Today in History: The Washington Monument opens, a meteorite crashes into a Chevy Malibu, and we celebrate the shared birthdays of John and Sean Lennon, including Sean's sweet memories of his famous dad. A little encouragement for your day: Sara shares how life's unexpected slowdowns can help us recognize the blessings all around us. And Len passes along a simple piece of wisdom from a senior citizen about the power of sharing a smile. A little news, a little nostalgia, a little laughter, and a whole lot of positivity. Let's start your day together!  Listen to Start Your Day Positive wherever you get your podcasts! #StartYourDayPositive #LenAndSara #PositiveNews #DailyPodcast #GoodNews #DailyEncouragement

  7. Oct 8

    Fewer Streaming Apps, Faster Walks & Pistachios Before Bed

    Two Hollywood giants are becoming one — and it could mean another big change to your streaming lineup. We’re talking about the Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery merger, what it means for HBO Max and Paramount+, and whether having fewer streaming apps would actually be a good thing. Plus, could a handful of pistachios before bed help support better sleep? And if you don’t hit 10,000 steps every day, don’t give up... new research suggests how fast you walk may matter, too. Also today: the microwave turns 81, we remember the only perfect game in World Series history, and it’s National Pierogi Day... which is basically a holiday made for Northeast Ohio. Thanks to our sponsors Liberty Healthshare, Universal Windows Direct and Squeaky Clean NEO

  8. Oct 7

    Gen Z Is Reconnecting With Faith + Chick-fil-A Chooses People Over AI

    Something interesting is happening with Gen Z and faith. New research suggests this generation may be more spiritually open than we realize — and a growing number of young adults say they're looking to reconnect with their faith. Plus, if we finally stop changing the clocks twice a year, which time should we keep? Researchers say one choice may be better for our health. And while other fast-food restaurants experiment with AI at the drive-thru, Chick-fil-A is choosing to keep a real person taking your order. We’ll also take a trip through Today in History — from Ford’s assembly line to the most lopsided college football game ever — and find out what Simon Cowell was doing before American Idol. Plus, Sara has some easy date-night ideas.  Thanks to our sponsors, Liberty Healthshare, Northeast Factory Direct, and Universal Windows Direct.

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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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  • Creator
    Len and Sara
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved
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    Start Your Day Positive

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