Episode 274: An at-risk butterfly population bounces back in the UK, a Quonset hut in Detroit gets a new purpose, we visit the stunning San Blas islands near Panama, the splendid genius of Lester Young, and more…

Good News: The butterfly species, Duke of Burgundy, is on the rebound in the UK thanks to the conservation efforts of the organization Butterfly Conservation, Link HERE.

The Good Word: A somber and dark sonnet from Gerard Manley Hopkins.

Good To Know: A lovely bit of trivia about Costa Rica!

Good News: A development group in Detroit has repurposed a former WWII-era Quonset hut into affordable housing, Link HERE.

Wonderful World: A brief but lovely visit to the archipelago near Panama, known as the San Blas islands, Link HERE.

Good Company: The gentle genius of legendary jazz saxophonist Lester Young…

Sounds Good:…and a great example of Lester Young’s artistry on the song “Mean To Me” live in 1958, HERE.

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