In a world that can often feel overwhelming, Snippets of Good, brings you a weekly dose of hope. In each short episode, I’ll share inspiring stories of people lifting each other up, from small acts of kindness to life-changing generosity. Whether large or small, each action makes the world a better place. Join me each week, and I bet you start noticing more goodness in the world—and learn how to be part of this powerful movement.
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Monday Sep 29, 2025
Monday Sep 29, 2025
In this episode, I share personal stories of car trouble—from dead batteries and a stuck shifter to a failing fuel line—and the surprising ways strangers, neighbors, and family came to the rescue.
Bonus: a simple shift-lock override tip.
Let me know your stories at tricia@triciasimpson.com
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Monday Sep 22, 2025
Monday Sep 22, 2025
Welcome to Snippets of Good with Tricia Simpson. Episode 25 shares true stories of brief, unexpected kindness — a cyclist who fixes a stroller tire, strangers who share zoo passes, a comforting hug and a braided hair, and a woman who brings a bridal bouquet — showing how small gestures can leave lasting warmth and connection.
Here's where to read more stories: https://www.buzzfeed.com/alivelez/26-stories-about-random-acts-of-kindness-that-will
Send me your stories at: tricia@triciasimpson.com
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Monday Sep 15, 2025
Monday Sep 15, 2025
What do you do when you’re one of the richest men in the world? For Andrew Carnegie, the answer was simple: give it away. In today’s episode of Snippets of Good, we explore the steel magnate who built thousands of libraries, changed education, and left behind a legacy of generosity. His philosophy? ‘The man who dies rich dies disgraced.”
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carnegie_library#Lists_of_Carnegie_libraries
Monday Sep 08, 2025
Monday Sep 08, 2025
Today, I share three stories about teachers.
This episode is a celebration of teachers everywhere and the small acts of kindness and belief that change lives. Share your story of how a teacher made a difference in your life.
Monday Sep 01, 2025
Monday Sep 01, 2025
September’s service challenge: clean up your neighborhood. Inspired by neighbor Amelia, who picks up trash during morning dog walks, Tricia explains how small, consistent acts — from grabbing litter to pulling weeds — can brighten a community and change how you feel about where you live.
She shares an update on last month’s neighbor outreach, encourages listeners to act alone or with others, and asks people to share their cleanup stories and how the effort made a difference.
Monday Aug 25, 2025
Monday Aug 25, 2025
Today, I share three short true stories about everyday kindness:
Sometimes the smallest gestures carry the biggest meaning. Today I'm sharing three stories about saving animals and kindness to strangers, reminding us that kindness shows up in everyday ways. And when it does, it's magic.
You can reach me at triciawsimpson@gmail.com or see what else I'm up to at triciasimpson.com
Mom's Flowers: https://www.rd.com/article/kindness-strangers/
Dog Rescue: https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/kindness-stories/4100-dog-rescue
Monday Aug 18, 2025
Monday Aug 18, 2025
Welcome to Snippets of Good, where Tricia Simpson shares a heartfelt episode about her father-in-law, Henry Simpson. Through stories of small but powerful acts—fixing cars and dryers, helping with remodels, and quietly caring for family—Henry's life shows how living by example can teach kindness, service, and love.
This short episode celebrates his steady generosity and invites listeners to recognize and thank the everyday heroes in their own lives. See what else I'm doing at triciasimpson.com or share your story with me at tricia@triciasimpson.com
Monday Aug 11, 2025
Monday Aug 11, 2025
In this episode of "Snippets of Good," host Tricia Simpson shares touching stories of kindness and generosity that demonstrate the profound impact of small, selfless acts. From childhood memories of sharing store-bought bread to heartwarming gestures from neighbors and friends, these narratives highlight the courage and connection that can arise from giving and receiving acts of kindness. Join us as we explore these moments that remind us of the goodness within humanity and encourage us to be a little piece of good in the world. You can reach her at triciasimpson.com
Monday Aug 04, 2025
Monday Aug 04, 2025
You never know what someone’s going through — especially when they’re sweaty, late, and sprinting through an airport with three tired kids. In this episode, I share a chaotic travel day that ended with a moment of unexpected grace, when a stranger on a plane reached out with a simple question — and changed everything. This is a story about exhaustion, judgment, and the healing power of being seen.
Monday Jul 28, 2025
Monday Jul 28, 2025
In a world where headlines often leave us discouraged, every now and then, a story breaks through—a story that reminds us of the quiet strength and everyday heroism happening all around us. This one is about Sha'Kyra Aughtry and how she saved a stranger. For the full story: https://ua.org/couple-saves-a-mans-life-during-the-buffalo-blizzard/
To reach out to me or share your own story, please email tricia@triciasimpson.com
Are you looking for something fun and uplifting to read? I write cozy mysteries with recipes.
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The second week in May, look for me on YouTube. My mom died a year ago as a tribute to her, I'm sharing what I learned from her in the kitchen along with memories. It's called Mom's Recipes: Some of This and a Dash of That.