How the WNBA Draft is Inspiring the Next Generation

Three college recruits reflect on the WNBA draft and the moment the sport is having right now. A family in Oklahoma granted their son’s wish to get a pet octopus, but they had no idea she would end up giving birth! A college dorm surprises their hall’s security guard with the gift of a lifetime. Why a recent gift comes just in time for the iconic cherry blossom trees in Washington, DC. Plus, would you ride to the edge of space in a helium balloon? For some more goodness on Saturdays, sign up for CNN's the Good Stuff newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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