In this episode, Jan Ziegler sits down with Andy DeMeo, creator of Granite Goodness, to explore how optimism and progress-driven storytelling can reshape the way we see the world. Andy shares what inspired him to push back against the negativity bias in traditional media, the overlooked stories of progress in areas like health, equality, and sustainability, and how he’s applying this “progress journalism” lens to highlight innovation and collaboration across New England communities. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation about media, community impact, and building a movement around positive storytelling.