About this episode

The episode highlights a local pub's unexpected support for a new team during the World Cup, features a young fashion designer, discusses a musician's unique role inspired by a Disney classic, and addresses financial literacy among US adults.

Their home team didn’t qualify for the World Cup, so a local pub found a new team to support in a heartwarming way. Meet the young fashion designer turning heads and breaking records. The inspiration for a first-of-its-kind role for this musician started with a Disney classic. US adults struggle with money basics... learn how these students are investing into their future. Plus, want a more meaningful life? A happiness expert says you're probably avoiding the answer. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Lacey Russell, Madeline Holcombe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Krista Bo Polanco

Topics covered

• World Cup
• local support
• fashion design
• music inspiration
• financial literacy
• happiness

Keywords

• World Cup
• fashion designer
• music
• financial literacy
• happiness expert

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Disney classic

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