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The Most Optimistic Shows

I could use a little hope right now. How about you?

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Jennifer Keishin Armstrong
Jan 19, 2026
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Look, the mood in the nation is not good. Every time we think we’ve hit rock bottom, it gets worse. We struggle to write basic emails because it feels off to say, “Hi, I hope all is well!” or whatever we used to say in normal times.

When I need a pick-me-up, I reach for shows about good people trying their best and working together to get through this th…

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