Let's Celebrate People Who Do Amazing Things For Others
Tom Bodett HatchSpace: The Antidote to a Divided World?
In a world that’s forgotten how to do things together, Bodett – famous for leaving the light on for you at Motel 6 – provides connection and creativity at HatchSpace.
December 20, 2023
We Gave Listeners $10,000 to Hand Out as Tips. See What Happened
Crazy Good Turns invited listeners to take part in a holiday tradition and give oversized tips to waitstaff at restaurants and cafes
The $55,000 Giveaway You Made Possible
Meet the four organizations to whom we're giving $10,000...plus nine others who won awards
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Saying 'Thanks' To People Who Make Your World Great
To date, Crazy Good Turns has sent more than $40,000 in Thank You Awards to people nominated by listeners like you.
Here are just a few of their stories…
Here are just a few of their stories…
WHAT YOU’LL FIND HERE
Celebrate those who give and serve. Find more good in the world. Lead a more generous life.
Welcome to Crazy Good Turns. We explore the meaning of generosity and gratitude, and highlight inspiring ways people bring them to life.
We believe recognition creates a virtuous cycle, where good deeds are seen, highlighted and spread.
Our podcasts feature conversations with people who take the thought of helping someone else and turn it into action. Guests include leaders from all walks of life, as well as authors, doctors, entrepreneurs, creative minds, and everyday people trying to do good.
We provide gifts for our audience, including thought-provoking books. Our newsletter offers meditations on acts of kindness and giving.
Discover why the time you spend thinking and learning about generosity is some of the best time you’ll spend.
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HatchSpace: The Antidote to a Divided World?
In a world that’s forgotten how to do things together, Bodett – famous for leaving the light on for you at Motel 6 – provides connection and creativity at HatchSpace. read more
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After the award-winning business columnist and podcast host suffered a debilitating bout of burnout, she helped millions with a series about how we all handle stress. read more
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Mom Turned World-Record Mountaineer
After a nearly fatal car wreck, this mom of 7 set out to summit a group of mountains no other woman had. Problem #1: She hadn’t really climbed before. read more
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‘Coupon Mom’: On Faith, Hard Work and Helping Others
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We Gave Listeners $10,000 to Hand Out as Tips. See What Happened
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