The Daily Smile

A car is stolen with a beloved calico cat inside. Nikki and Mr. Malone try to solve the Case of the Missing Calico in this episode and — a final farewell. Follow Mr. Malone on Twitter and Instagram Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When travel photographer Erin Sullivan was forced to stay at home because of the pandemic, she created a way to continue exploring without leaving her apartment. Follow Erin Outdoors on Instagram, Twitter, and online Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes -- Support us by supporting our sponsors! Download Best Fiends today! Claim your special offer from Athletic Greens at AthleticGreens.com/SMILE See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kerry-Anne and Michael Gordon had a big wedding planned for spring of 2020. Then everything got scrapped. When they finally figured out how to pull off a small ceremony in Philadelphia, they ran into the largest protest in the city’s history… and Kerry-Anne and Michael became a part of history themselves. Follow Kerry-Anne and Michael on Instagram Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes -- Support us by supporting our sponsors! Download Best Fiends today! Claim your special offer from Athletic Greens at AthleticGreens.com/SMILE See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Twelve-year-old Gideon Kidd is an expert dog-petter. He’s pet over a thousand dogs, but don’t get jealous — he’s sharing all of his pets, and his wisdom, with the world. Follow I’ve Pet That Dog on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and online Order Gideon’s book, “Pet That Dog! A Handbook for Making Four-Legged Friends,” here Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes -- Support us by supporting our sponsors! Download Best Fiends today! Claim your special offer from Athletic Greens at AthleticGreens.com/SMILE See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ever since the family dog passed away, LaNae Slater-Moss had an animal-sized hole in her heart. But she found a way to fill it when she noticed an injured squirrel in her backyard earlier this year. Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes -- Support us by supporting our sponsors! Own the day with NuCalm! Go to SmileNuCalm.com for 50% your 30-day subscription. Upgrade your hard seltzer with Vizzy! Go to vizzyhardseltzer.com to try one today. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nikki and Mr. Malone take a wild ride down the river as they discuss the tale of a Canadian man and his newfound animal sidekick. Follow Mr. Malone on Twitter and Instagram Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes -- Support us by supporting our sponsors! Own the day with NuCalm! Go to SmileNuCalm.com for 50% your 30-day subscription. Upgrade your hard seltzer with Vizzy! Go to vizzyhardseltzer.com to try one today. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Richard and Esperanza Mata worried their daughters would resent them for spending so much of their childhood playing mariachi music. But then the girls started playing too. Now mariachi isn’t just a passion, it’s the family business and a personal mission. Follow the Matas on Twitter Listen to Mariachi Voz de America on YouTube Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes -- Support us by supporting our sponsors! Find your perfect fit with ThirdLove. For 10% off your first order, use promo code SMILE at ThirdLove.com/SMILE Upgrade your hard seltzer with Vizzy! Go to vizzyhardseltzer.com to try all four delicious flavors. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With his restaurant business slowed by the pandemic, Eduard Seitan turned his energy toward another passion — taking flight for our furry friends in need. Find out more about Pilots N Paws on their website Follow Pilots N Paws on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes -- Support us by supporting our sponsors! Find your perfect fit with ThirdLove. For 10% off your first order, use promo code SMILE at ThirdLove.com/SMILE Upgrade your hard seltzer with Vizzy! Go to vizzyhardseltzer.com to try all four delicious flavors. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fellow Wondery co-hosts Aricia Skidmore-Williams and Brooke Siffrinn join Nikki for two rousing rounds of holiday-themed trivia and this game comes down to the wire! Listen to Wondery’s Even the Rich Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes -- Support us by supporting our sponsors! Find your perfect fit with ThirdLove. For 10% off your first order, use promo code SMILE at ThirdLove.com/SMILE Upgrade your hard seltzer with Vizzy! Go to vizzyhardseltzer.com to try all four delicious flavors. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Everyone loves the Christmas TV classic “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” But few people know the story of the legendary voice-actor behind that beloved signature song. His name is Thurl Ravenscroft. And his daughter Nancy says her dad was anything but grinch-y. Hear samples of Thurl’s work on Spotify Learn more about his life online at D23.com or on the Disney Wiki Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes -- Support us by supporting our sponsors! Find your perfect fit with ThirdLove. For 10% off your first order, use promo code SMILE at ThirdLove.com/SMILE Upgrade your hard seltzer with Vizzy! Go to vizzyhardseltzer.com to try all four delicious flavors. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nikki and Mr. Malone tell some new stories from around the world and delve into their own stories of Christmas past for this fun holiday episode! Follow Mr. Malone on Twitter and Instagram Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes -- Support us by supporting our sponsors! Find your perfect fit with ThirdLove. For 10% off your first order, use promo code SMILE at ThirdLove.com/SMILE Upgrade your hard seltzer with Vizzy! Go to vizzyhardseltzer.com to try all four delicious flavors. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You may know Theresa Caputo as TLC’s “Long Island Medium.” She’s been communicating with the dead for as long as she can remember. But it’s not as scary or even as hoaky as you might think — sometimes, the messages are exactly what you need. Visit Theresa’s website and follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Listen to Hey Spirit wherever you get your podcasts For a chance to be a guest on Hey Spirit, call 1-877-TCAPUTO Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes -- Support us by supporting our sponsors! Spark curiosity and learning with Kiwi Co. Get 50% off your first month, plus free shipping with promo code SMILE at kiwico.com. Break out of your recipe rut with Hello Fresh. Get $80 off plus free shipping with CODE: 80SMILE. Go to HelloFresh.com/80SMILE See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wondery’s newest podcast, Little Stories Everywhere, is the perfect immersive experience to share by the fireplace with loved ones this holiday season. Each episode will be the reading of a children’s classic - some of the most magical stories ever told, now reimagined with enchanting sound design for families to enjoy together or adults to enjoy on their own. Little Stories Everywhere is out now, premiering with A Merry Christmas, a collection of holiday tales by Louisa May Alcott that...

Director Seth Savoy’s rip-roaring debut feature film Echo Boomers follows a group of privileged but indebted and underemployed millennials as they tear across Chicago, pillaging and destroying homes of the rich. The movie is actually inspired by real events — and Seth’s quest to “smuggle social commentary” into mainstream action movies. Watch the trailer for Echo Boomers Follow Seth on Instagram Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes -- Support us by supporting our sponsors! Start looking for your next great hire with Indeed! Get a $75 credit at Indeed.com/SMILE Share new discoveries and spark curiosity with Kiwi Co. Get 50% off your first month, plus free shipping with promo code SMILE at kiwico.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As a kid growing up in Koreatown in Los Angeles, Autry Museum of the American West curator Tyree Boyd Pates discovered museums and the power of art. Now, as one of LA’s hottest young cultural influencers, Tyree spearheaded an ambitious, crowd-sourced project to spotlight life and creativity during the pandemic, with a special emphasis on the minority and low-income communities that have been most affected by the virus. Follow Tyree’s work online Check out the Autry’s project, Collecting Community History Initiative: The West During COVID-19 Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes -- Support us by supporting our sponsors! Start looking for your next great hire with Indeed! Get a $75 credit at Indeed.com/SMILE Share new discoveries and spark curiosity with Kiwi Co. Get 50% off your first month, plus free shipping with promo code SMILE at kiwico.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Anders Kelto and his big brother Lars had vivid imaginations growing up — they created entire worlds of mystery and fun without ever leaving their backyard. Now, Anders is passing that spirit of adventure down to a new generation of his family with Lars as his inspiration. Check out Anders’ podcast, The Lead, a daily sports news show from Wondery and The Athletic Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes -- Support us by supporting our sponsors! Start looking for your next great hire with Indeed! Get a $75 credit at Indeed.com/SMILE Share new discoveries and spark curiosity with Kiwi Co. Get 50% off your first month, plus free shipping with promo code SMILE at kiwico.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the holidays approaching, comedian Ron Funches talks to Nikki about his comedic style, his family, and what it’s like to navigate telling jokes during the pandemic. Follow Ron Funches on Twitter and Instagram Buy tickets for Ron’s holiday special A Very Funches Christmas on Eventbrite! Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes -- Support us by supporting our sponsors! Start looking for your next great hire with Indeed! Get a $75 credit at Indeed.com/SMILE Share new discoveries and spark curiosity with Kiwi Co. Get 50% off your first month, plus free shipping with promo code SMILE at kiwico.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Animals have been getting angsty during the pandemic too! Nikki tells Mr. Malone three stories — about a group of thieving raccoons, a sad grouper in Finland, and an English peacock with a big personality. Follow Mr. Malone on Twitter and Instagram Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes -- Support us by supporting our sponsors! Start looking for your next great hire with Indeed! Get a $75 credit at Indeed.com/SMILE Share new discoveries and spark curiosity with Kiwi Co. Get 50% off your first month, plus free shipping with promo code SMILE at kiwico.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When Catherine and Allison realized that their mom and dad were perfect for each other, they set a scheme in motion that’s straight out of a romantic-comedy. Follow Allison on TikTok and Instagram Follow Catherine on TikTok and Instagram Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes -- Support us by supporting our sponsors! Give a gift that sparks curiosity with Kiwi Co. Get 50% off your first month, plus free shipping with promo code SMILE at kiwico.com. Find your new favorite bra with Third Love. For 10% of your first purchase, go to ThirdLove.com/SMILE. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Peter Mutabazi survived a harsh childhood on the streets of Uganda because of a stranger’s incredible act of kindness. Now in the U.S., he was ready to pass along that love and change the lives of kids just like him. And along the way, one boy changed his. Follow Peter on Instagram: @fosterdadflipper Learn more about Peter’s organization, Now I Am Known Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes -- Support us by supporting our sponsors! Give a gift that sparks curiosity with Kiwi Co. Get 50% off your first month, plus free shipping with promo code SMILE at kiwico.com. Find your new favorite bra with Third Love. For 10% of your first purchase, go to ThirdLove.com/SMILE. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.