Reasons to be Cheerful
by David Byrne & Editorial Team
A tonic for the soul. Reasons to be Cheerful (founded by David Byrne) delivers weekly, long-form stories of environmental and social progress from around the world.
About Reasons to be Cheerful
Reasons to be Cheerful is the 'Anti-Doom' manual. Its weekly newsletter is famous for its 'Deep-Dive Solutions'—spending time to explain exactly how a city in Spain removed all its cars or how a tiny island reached 100% renewables. It's unique for its rigorous optimism; they don't just share 'nice' stories, they share stories that are data-backed and replicable. It is an essential read for anyone who believes that a better world is possible and wants to see the blueprints for how it's being built.
What Makes This Newsletter Unique
Rigorous Hope. They treat positive news with the same journalistic rigor that most outlets reserve for tragedy.
Who Should Subscribe?
People who are tired of negative news cycles and want to see the real, working solutions to the climate and social crises.
Content Format
A high-quality weekly email with one featured 'Blueprint' story and 'Short Cheers'—a list of quick wins from the week.
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Our Take: Pros & Cons
Pros
- Outstanding, high-quality long-form journalism
- Genuinely uplifting and inspiring content
- Completely free and non-profit
Cons
- Focuses ONLY on positive news (doesn't cover the 'crisis' side)
- Can feel a bit 'idealistic' to those in more difficult policy contexts
Frequently Asked Questions
Is David Byrne involved daily?
While he is the founder and provides the vision, the daily operations are run by a team of professional journalists.
How often is Reasons to be Cheerful published?
Reasons to be Cheerful is published weekly.
Who writes Reasons to be Cheerful?
Reasons to be Cheerful is written by David Byrne & Editorial Team. Reasons to be Cheerful is a non-profit editorial project founded by musician David Byrne.
About the Author: David Byrne & Editorial Team
David Byrne & Editorial Team
Reasons to be Cheerful is a non-profit editorial project founded by musician David Byrne. It is dedicated to 'Solutions Journalism'—reporting on the specific ideas that are actually solving the world's problems.
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