Good Work with Barrett Brooks

Feb 04 2025 40 ep. 102 mins 26

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Good Work is a show about what it really takes to make impact at scale. These are long-form interviews with founders, scientists, authors, adventurers, and other talented people using their careers to build a more beautiful future.

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