Tom Bodett

Tom Bodett

Keynote Speaker: Author, Voice Actor & Radio Host

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Tom Bodett Biography

Tom Bodett is an author, voice actor, and radio host, best known as the spokesman for Motel 6.

Bodett made his national broadcasting debut in 1984 on NPR’s evening news program All Things Considered, and is a regular panelist on NPR's satirical weekend news quiz Wait, Wait, Don't Tell Me! He is also a blogger at cartalk.com and a regular performer for The Moth storytelling series.

The author of 7 books and numerous audio publications, his work has appeared in a wide variety of national newspapers and periodicals. He also lends his talents to Steven Spielberg’s animated cartoon series Animaniacs, the feature length Animaniacs video Wakko’s Wish, and the Pinky and the Brain series for Warner Brothers Animation.

Bodett has been heard on Saturday Night Live, National Geographic Explorer and several of the Ken Burns documentaries.

In 2013 in New York, Tom and the creators of the Motel 6 campaign were inducted into the Clio Advertising Hall of Fame.

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Tom Bodett Videos

Tom Bodett Interview on The Paul Leslie Hour
Tom Bodett CCV Commencement Address\

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What topics does Tom Bodett speak about?

Tom Bodett is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Storytelling, Actor, Broadcasting, Host & Emcee and Marketing.

Where does Tom Bodett travel from?

Tom Bodett generally travels from Dummerston, VT, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Tom Bodett?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Tom Bodett for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Tom Bodett for your next private or corporate function.

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Tom Bodett is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Storytelling, Actor and Broadcasting. The estimated speaking fee range to book Tom Bodett for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Tom Bodett generally travels from Dummerston, VT, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Lusanda Mbane, Kevin Shinick and Noluthando Tshabalala. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Tom Bodett for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 25/06/2025.

Tom Bodett Videos

Tom Bodett Interview on The Paul Leslie Hour
Tom Bodett CCV Commencement Address\
  • How do I book Tom Bodett to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Tom Bodett for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Tom Bodett, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Tom Bodett or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Tom Bodett for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Tom Bodett, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Tom Bodett, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Tom Bodett speak about?

    Tom Bodett is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Storytelling, Actor, Broadcasting, Host & Emcee and Marketing.
  • Where does Tom Bodett travel from?

    Tom Bodett generally travels from Dummerston, VT, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Tom Bodett?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Tom Bodett for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Tom Bodett for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Tom Bodett or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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