Best Montgomery Community Media Podcasts (2025)

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620. 100% For Purpose Model: The Legacy and Future of Newman’s Own Foundation - Alex Amouyel 31:16

3d ago31:16

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Meet Alex, President and CEO of Newman’s Own Foundation. 🤝 100% of profits from Newman’s Own products go toward helping children facing adversity. With over $600 million donated to date, the Foundation continues Paul Newman’s bold vision of business as a force for good. Alex is also the author of The Answer Is You, a guide to living with impact. In…

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Chapel Probation s5- Rohadi Nagassar- Finding Our Voice as Asian Men 1:18:30

4d ago1:18:30

1:18:30

It often comes as a surprise to non-Asians that people like Rohadi Nagassar and myself have things to say. Especially inside of North American Christianity. Like the proverbial tree falling in the forrest with no one to hear it, we do exist. We Asians often have to find our way out of church to develop our voices. Forget about "platforms." We have …

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619. Hold Fast: The Heart of Generosity: Trust, Belonging, and Community - Hali Lee 39:06

5d ago39:06

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How do you fund what matters when everything feels urgent—and uncertain? In this episode of our Hold Fast series, we sit down with Hali Lee—philanthropy innovator, author of The Big We, and founding partner of Radiant Strategies—for a candid conversation on funding with heart, courage, and community at the center. Hali shares hard-earned wisdom fro…

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Gather At The Well: How to Create Human-Centered Systems + Policies - Lindsey Fuller and Marisol Pineda Conde 36:13

10d ago36:13

36:13

Policies aren’t just paperwork—they’re culture in action. In this episode of Gather at the Well, Lindsey Fuller and Marisol Pineda Conde invite us to rethink how policies are created—and more importantly, who they’re really for. Together, they pull back the curtain on their own journey from outdated handbooks to building intentional, people-first p…

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Chapel Probation s5- Scott's Periodic Check-in: Things Are Not OK 20:37

11d ago20:37

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As someone who was born into a family that got completely fucked by this country, I have some thoughts about the current situation. My family lost everything and had no due process before being incarcerated in concentration camps simply for being Japanese American. No one in my family takes freedom for granted because of this, and no one assumes th…

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618. Hold Fast: Finding Clarity + Measuring Impact in a Changing World - Ori Carmel 39:57

12d ago39:57

39:57

When strategy feels like a moving target, how do you hold fast to what really matters? In today’s episode, Ori Carmel shares how to hold fast to your true mission when everything feels uncertain, and how our quick decisions might be holding us back. 👀 Tune in to hear: 🤔 Understanding decision-making systems 📈 How to connect data to meaningful narra…

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617. Centering Community and Justice: GreenLight Fund’s Model for Localized Impact - Ali Knight 33:13

17d ago33:13

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Meet Ali, the CEO of GreenLight Fund and former leader of Fresh Lifelines for Youth. He joins us to share how his lived experience fuels his commitment to equity-driven leadership and community transformation. 🩵 In this conversation, Ali unpacks GreenLight Fund’s unique model for scaling evidence-based nonprofits into new cities—and what it means t…

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Chapel Probation s5- Liz Matthews- Biola Basketball to Authentic Living 1:30:38

18d ago1:30:38

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Liz Matthews has been a social media friend and member of the Chapel Probation Facebook group, and we finally got her on to tell her story. She graduated from Biola where she played basketball, but she actually had a good time there. Liz brings up the concept of "shelving" borrowed from Ex-Mormon podcasts. It's where you place all the doubts, quest…

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Hold Fast: Creating Space for Trust and Alignment in Funding - Iara Peng, JustFund 33:25

19d ago33:25

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In this episode of our Hold Fast series, we’re leaning into what it really means to lead with purpose—especially when the weight of funding pressures feels unrelenting. Iara Peng joins us for a heart-opening conversation that invites nonprofit leaders to breathe a little deeper and reimagine funding as a partnership, not just a transaction. With co…

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Gather At The Well: The Art of Multi-Leader Calibration - Lindsey Fuller and Marisol Pineda Conde 35:08

24d ago35:08

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Sustainable leadership is not about being identical—it’s about being aligned. In this episode of Gather At The Well, co-leaders Lindsey and Marisol pull back the curtain on the real work of co-leadership—what it takes to align, recalibrate, and lead with intention. They share how they’ve built a leadership model rooted in alignment, trust, and prof…

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Chapel Probation s5- Mary B Safrit: Young Life Evangelical to Found Family 1:12:07

25d ago1:12:07

1:12:07

Welcome to the first full episode of Season 5! We kick things off with Mary B Safrit, a writer and podcaster who actually interviewed Scott a few weeks ago on her podcast, Found Family. Mary B grew up in a mix of christian traditions and went to a normal college where she worked with Young Life. This solidified her evangelical identity at the time,…

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615. Hold Fast: How To Strengthen Your Operational Core - Scott Curran 54:13

26d ago54:13

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In this special episode of our Hold Fast series, we’re bringing you a replay from our March members-only meetup featuring nonprofit legal and operational powerhouse, Scott Curran. As the former Chief General Counsel for the Clinton Foundation, Scott has navigated massive change and complexity — and he joined us to help you do the same. In this time…

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Let’s Say a Little Bit More About: Joy in Changemaking - Tulaine Montgomery 26:50

1M ago26:50

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Today, instead of our regular episode, we wanted to share an episode from a podcast hosted by Tulaine Montgomery, the CEO of the venture philanthropy New Profit. She’s also a dear friend, a We Are For Good podcast alum, and brilliant thought leader we trust and follow to lead with conviction and heart. In Say More with Tulaine Montgomery, she talks…

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Chapel Probation s5- Scott Talks About "Community" in the Deconstruction World 32:57

1M ago32:57

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What is Chapel Probation today? Who knows? Not me. But I'm going to keep going to give voice to people who are not ok with the state of things. Christians are to blame for where we are today, and our stories can help lead us out of this mess. That said, I wanted to also address what I think "community" is or should be. I give some thoughts on the T…

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614. Hold Fast: Your Blueprint for Building a Resilient Organization - Brooke Richie-Babbage 36:35

1M ago36:35

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The world is changing—fast. As a nonprofit leader, how do you hold fast to your mission when everything feels uncertain? In this episode of our new Hold Fast series, we’re joined by Brooke Richie Babbage, founder of Bending Arc Consulting and host of the Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast, to break down what real resilience looks like in practice. Brooke…

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Gather At The Well: Holding Fast + Staying Steady When You Need it the Most - Lindsey Fuller 30:42

1M ago30:42

30:42

How do we stay steady when we need it most? In this episode of Gather At The Well, Lindsey explores what it means to hold fast — to your values, your purpose, and your inner knowing. Through grounding somatic practices, personal reflections, and the rhythms that keep her team at The Teaching Well aligned, she offers a framework for leading with cla…

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Hold Fast: A Guided Meditation for Social Impact Leaders with Jennifer Mulholland, Plenty Consulting 11:41

1M ago11:41

11:41

Everything is changing - fast. How do you hold fast to your mission while so much is uncertain? We'll be exploring this question at ImpactUp: Hold Fast this Thursday 4/10 from 10:00 - 2:00 CST with expert panels, a powerful workshop, and live coaching with legal, marketing, fundraising, and leadership experts. Bring your pressing problems and leave…

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613. A Community-Centric Approach to Philanthropy - Rachel D'Souza 44:36

2M ago44:36

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What does it mean to truly center community in philanthropy? Meet Rachel D’Souza, Founder and Chief Purpose Officer of Gladiator Consulting. 🤝 A leading voice in the Community-Centric Fundraising (CCF) movement, Rachel shares her perspective on systems change in resource development, balancing donor expectations with equity, and how to drive long-t…

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Episode 4: Stevie Bees chats about Trans activism, support, and the David Tennant boost 35:00

2M ago35:00

35:00

On this podcast, I chat with Stevie Bees about the boost that David Tennant gave to their trans-positive T-shirt brand. You can see and order a shirt yourself at www.steviesafespaces.com. That boost in popularity has enabled Stevie to infuse more positive energy into the gender-diverse community we live in through activism, bursaries, and public sp…

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612. 5 Steps to Better Meetings + Events - Tes Cohen 35:17

2M ago35:17

35:17

Meet Tes 🤝— The Founder + Chief Gathering Office at Gather Better. Join us for this episode where we dive into the art of intentional gathering with Tes. She’s passionate about creating meaningful spaces that spark impact and support well-being—and she’s sharing her roadmap to help us do it better. 🙌 Tes shares her go-to approach for hosting gather…

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Gather At The Well: Cultivating Critical Hope - Lindsey Fuller 31:24

2M ago31:24

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When the weight of the world feels nonstop, slipping into survival mode can feel like the only option. But what if there’s a different way—one that’s rooted in honesty, resilience, and real, grounded hope? Welcome back to Gather at the Well, hosted by Lindsey Fuller, Executive Director of The Teaching Well. In this episode, Lindsey dives into the p…

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611. BlinkNow: A Journey of Love + Sustainable Community Development - Maggie Doyne 42:14

2M ago42:14

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Meet Maggie 🤝—CNN Hero of the Year in 2015, humanitarian, activist, CEO and co-founder of the BlinkNow Foundation. In this heart-opening conversation, Maggie takes us on a journey of purpose and possibility—from the humble beginnings of BlinkNow to a movement that now includes over 175 team members serving thousands of children, women, and communit…

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The Horny Chapel: Diana: Conservative Iranian Immigrant to Sex-Positive OnlyFans Star 1:27:25

2M ago1:27:25

1:27:25

In deconstruction circles, it can feel like our experiences are so unique, and in many cases they are, but thestruggle for identity and agency in our identities is a universal one. ⁠Diana's⁠ story of immigrating from England to the US as part of a conservative Iranian family mirrors our fundamentalist Christian upbringings in so many ways. Diana te…

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610. How to Reframe Your Engagement + Activate Supporters - Beth Saunders 36:00

2M ago36:00

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Meet Beth, Founder of Beth Saunders Associates and creator of MapMoveMeasure—a practical framework that helps nonprofits build stronger, lasting relationships with supporters. 🤝 In this episode, Beth shares her journey from corporate banking to the nonprofit world and explores how a mindset shift can transform our work. She highlights the power of …

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609. People, Place, Practice, Policy: RestoreOKC's Community-Led Model - Caylee Dodson 41:07

2M ago41:07

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Meet Caylee, Co-Founder and Executive Director of RestoreOKC. Caylee joins us to share how she and her team have taken a radically different, community-led approach to addressing complex, systemic issues in their city. It's a powerful case study on how data can be a helpful tool (but not the driver), how grassroots programs are transforming access …

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The Horny Chapel- Janice Selbie: Mennonite to Shameless Sexuality 1:10:52

2M ago1:10:52

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This week we talk to therapist, author, and podcaster, Janice Selbie. Scott and Priska saw an ad for the Shameless Sexuality conference and knew they had to talk to Janice about her story in which she went from the most conservative fundamentalist world to a sex-positive, religion-free life. The Pentecostal life wasn't restrictive enough for Janice…

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Gather At The Well: Human-Centered Leadership - Lindsey Fuller 23:36

2M ago23:36

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It’s easier to disengage with your work culture, release expectations, and vent about your dissatisfaction. What’s harder, but more rewarding, is being part of a morale turnaround effort. ❤️ Collective care is the way forward. Welcome back to Gather At The Well, hosted by Lindsey Fuller, Executive Director of The Teaching Well. This conversation an…

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608. A Convo with Bellamy Young: Storytelling Hope + Empowerment with CARE 35:15

2M ago35:15

35:15

Meet Bellamy. 🤝 She’s known for her roles in hit shows like Scandal, Prodigal Son, and Promised Land, but Bellamy's passion extends far beyond the screen - she is also a dedicated ambassador for international humanitarian organization CARE. 🧡 Tune in to hear more about CARE’s holistic, community-driven approach to sustainable development, and a gli…

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The Horny Chapel Episode 9: Purity Culture...Loopholes...? WTF 1:13:30

2M ago1:13:30

1:13:30

UPDATE: Uploaded the sizzle file by accident. Should be the correct file now. In start contrast to last episode's rundown of I Kissed Dating Goodbye's no-touch, no fun, no-humanity mindset, we look at more recent trends in remaining "pure" while still managing to get some. And it's bizarre. The Horny Chapel is part of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dauntless Media C…

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Take a Moment to Pause: Guided Meditation + Teaser for Gather At The Well Season 2 - Lindsey Fuller 4:35

2M ago4:35

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We are so thrilled to share that Gather At The Well - a limited series in partnership with our friends at The Teaching Well produced by We Are For Good Studio is back! Every other week - right here in the We Are For Good podcast feed, you can gather with us at this well, as we learn from Lindsey Fuller, the Executive Director of The Teaching Well. …

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607. The Big We: The Future of Giving is Collective - Hali Lee 36:22

3M ago36:22

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Meet Hali, the Founding Partner of Radical Strategies, founder of Asian Women Giving Circle and co-founder of Donors of Color Network. 🤝 Named to Forbes’ 50 Over 50: Impact in 2021, Hali Lee is reshaping philanthropy for the twenty-first century. In this episode, she shares her journey—from growing up as the child of Korean immigrants to the lastin…

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606. 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter (Recap): Navigating Uncertainty, Embracing Change + Unlocking Your Impact - Jon and Becky 33:25

3M ago33:25

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Our Dear Friends, Today, we’re wrapping up our social impact trends that matter series on the podcast. But our hope is that what starts here—ripples. Through convos with incredible change-makers on this series, we've uncovered insights that have truly shaken us. From the power of community to be the multiplier, to owning your authentic narrative, t…

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Episode 3: A conversation with Perth-Wellington NDP candidate, Jason Davis,, Ontario Election 2025 54:16

3M ago54:16

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On this podcast, I chat with Jason Davis, the NDP candidate for Perth-Wellington in the 2025 Ontario Election. This has been a snap election, and it will all be over by the end of February 27. We chatted about healthcare, education, harm reduction, and transportation, and he lays out plans for a responsible Ontario government that would help lift t…

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Episode 2: A conversation with Perth-Wellington New Blue candidate, James Montgomery, Ontario Election 2025 1:01:10

3M ago1:01:10

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On this podcast, I chat with James Montgomery, the New Blue candidate for Perth-Wellington in the 2025 Ontario Election. This has been a snap election, and it will all be over by the end of February 27. We chat about Healthcare, Education, harm reduction, transportation, and what he means when he says, “More bang for the buck.” The talk turned to t…

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605. 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter: Advocacy is Non-Negotiable. (Sixto Cancel) 33:05

3M ago33:05

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Meet Sixto, the Founder of Think of Us and a nationally recognized leader. 🤝 He’s driving systems change in child welfare using tech, research, and policy to transform outcomes for youth and families. 🫂 In this episode, Sixto breaks down why advocacy is essential for creating lasting change. He explains that vulnerable communities need advocates wh…

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604. 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter: Fuel Young Generosity. (with Manuela Testolini) 36:37

3M ago36:37

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Meet Manuela, the Founder and President of In A Perfect World. 🤝 She’s dedicated her life to empowering and activating the next generation of youth leaders and philanthropists. 🌎 In this episode, Manuela shares how to fuel young generosity by tapping into kids’ natural empathy and kindness, and how to partner with them to create their own "north st…

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Episode 1: A conversation with Perth-Wellington Liberal Party candidate, Ashley Fox, Ontario Election 2025 1:00:48

3M ago1:00:48

1:00:48

The Woodstein Media Podcast kicks off season two with interviews of some local candidates in the 2025 Ontario election. The first episode features a conversation with Ashley Fox, the Liberal Party candidate for Perth-Wellington. In this conversation, we discuss why a focus on health care is essential for the overall well-being of the province, tran…

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603. 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter: We Need Your Light. (Jeff Shuck) 38:34

3M ago38:34

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Welcome back to the 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter Series! 🥳 Meet Jeff, the Principal of Plenty Consulting. 🤝 He’s an inspiring leader dedicated to helping others shine, even in the toughest times. In this episode, Jeff shares his heartfelt wisdom on finding your light and leading with purpose, no matter what challenges come your way. As an …

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602. 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter: The Rise of the Change-Leader. (Lindsey Fuller) 28:16

3M ago28:16

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Welcome back to the 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter Series! 🥳 Meet Lindsey, the Executive Director of The Teaching Well. 🤝 She’s all about turning ideas into action and creating real, lasting change. The world needs more change leaders. 💡 Join us as Lindsey walks us through some hallmarks of change leaders, the barriers that can hold organiza…

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601. 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter: Redefine Impact Measurement. (Ori Carmel) 49:34

3M ago49:34

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Welcome back to the 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter Series! 🥳 Meet Ori, the Founder and CEO of Sowen 🤝. He's on a mission to help organizations rethink how they measure their social impact, moving beyond just tracking activities and inputs to truly understanding the outcomes they're driving. In this episode, we dive into why we need to rethin…

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600. 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter: Own Your Narrative. (Dr. Tim Lampkin) 32:27

3M ago32:27

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Meet Dr. Tim Lampkin, founder of the economic justice org Higher Purpose Co. We’re in our 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter Series, and Dr. Tim is here to share how we can own our narratives this year. 📝 In this episode, Dr. Tim shares his personal journey of shifting the stories his team was telling themselves - and the communities they serve …

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599. 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter: Simple Shifts on Repeat. (Adam O'Brien) 37:06

4M ago37:06

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Welcome back to the 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter series! Meet Adam. He's the VP of Marketing at iDonate, a Podcast Host, and a passionate Mental Health Advocate. In this episode, we explore the power of "simple shifts on repeat" to drive sustainable growth this year. The reality of who's giving is changing, how they're giving is changing, …

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598. 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter: Community is the Multiplier. (Floyd Jones) 31:00

4M ago31:00

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Meet Floyd🤝. He’s a New York City-based speaker, coach and Community Builder. He’s helping us kick off our newest series from We Are For Good Studio: 2025 Social Impact Trends That Matter 🥳 Our first trend: Community is the multiplier. ✖️ But building a thriving community isn't easy - it takes strategy, consistency, and a whole lot of heart. In thi…

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The Horny Chapel- I Kissed Dating Goodbye: Worst Book Ever Written? 1:54:19

4M ago1:54:19

1:54:19

We're about 25 years late to this and about 7 years past Japanese American Joshua Harris denouncing his shitty book, but here we are. After Scott's Substack post about Harris had 4x as many reads as he has subscribers, we figured we should take a look back at why today's Christians are so damaged. A big part of it is purity culture. Scott never rea…

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597. Building Trust + Credibility on LinkedIn to Attract New Corporate Partners + Donors - Brynne Krispin 34:22

4M ago34:22

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Meet Brynne. She’s the Founder and CEO of Cause Fokus and social media strategist 🤝. She shares her journey in social media, the misconceptions surrounding LinkedIn, and offers practical advice on how to engage authentically with potential partners and donors. This episode discusses the challenges nonprofits face in the digital age, the importance …

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Collective One Good Thing / In Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 4:24

4M ago4:24

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Today, we’re doing something a little different. Instead of a typical interview, we’re taking a pause. And inviting you into a collective One Good Thing. Good is the foundation of progress, and the fuel for movements. On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we’re reminded that good isn’t passive; it’s a choice. It’s choosing love over hate, justice over com…

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596. Transforming Education Through Cross-Sector Collaborations + The Mission of Digital Promise - Jean-Claude Brizard 30:38

4M ago30:38

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Meet Jean-Claude. He’s the President and CEO of Digital Promise, a nonprofit focused on shaping the future of learning through cross-sector collaboration🤝. He outlines his playbook for driving systemic change - emphasizing the importance of building trust, finding community "protagonists", and aligning diverse stakeholders around a shared vision. T…

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Chapel Probation s4- Rochelle Younan Montgomery- From APU to a Life of Embodiment and Social Justice 1:08:18

4M ago1:08:18

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As we wrap up season 4, we return to where Chapel Probation began: Azusa Pacific "University." 20 years ago, I was asked to take over a Freshman Writing class because the other adjunct quit suddenly. There I met Rochelle and we've been friends ever since. From the shallow, fake people of the dorms to the fringes of APU's then progressive crevices, …

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595. Navigating Life's Transitions + The Mission of The Flight School - Abby Falik 43:17

4M ago43:17

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Meet Abby. She’s a social entrepreneur, speaker, and advocate for purposeful learning at any age ❤️. In this powerful episode, Abby shares her journey of letting go, stepping into the unknown, and redefining her path—offering invaluable lessons for anyone facing change or seeking purpose. In 2024, Abby launched The Flight School to transform the po…

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594. Leveraging Community and Innovation as an Impact Multiplier - Rebecca Bernard 37:37

4M ago37:37

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Meet Rebecca. She's a fearless educator, strategist, and community builder shaking things up from SoCal to Costa Rica 🌎 As the Director of Innovation at The Teaching Well, she’s crafting bold new ways to support educators nationwide, all while inspiring others to lean into creativity and ditch the fear of failure. If you’re craving fresh strategies…

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