This is “the Sweetest Song I Know” podcast where we discuss old-timey Southern gospel hymns right out of the old paperback songbooks!
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In 2016, Christian Ruvalcaba, Cody Hall, and Brian Perez started recording themselves talking and the rest was history. Their hour-ish long podcast, known as “The Wanger Show”, quickly became and continues to be the #1 podcast (according to us) on the Schmoes Know iTunes feed. Their popularity has skyrocketed but their egos have been kept in check. Well, except for Brian. That guy’s out of control. Together, the guys continued to collaborate on various short films and sketches while remainin ...
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Lead with Heart | Philanthropy, Nonprofit Leadership, Nonprofit Management & Fundraising
Haley Cooper | Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), Certified Stress Management Coach, Certified EmC Trainer
Welcome to the Lead with Heart Podcast, where the heartbeat of philanthropy, nonprofit leadership, and fundraising resonates in every episode. I'm Haley, your host—a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), Certified Stress Management Coach, Certified EmC trainer, and, most importantly, a recovering nonprofit burnout survivor. In this empowering space, we invite nonprofit professionals to amplify their voices and unveil the heart behind their missions. Our mission is clear: to empower, elevat ...
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E93. How a 5-Minute Fundraising Call Can Boost Mid-Level Donor Engagement with Kel Haney
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41:38I am so excited to have Kel Haney back on the podcast. She is a fundraising expert who knows firsthand how a simple five minute conversation can transform donor relationships and significantly boost engagement. In this episode, we're exploring the power of picking up the phone to grow mid-level donors. Discover practical strategies to build meaning…
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Hey! We're back with another episode of the show! TONIGHT, our friend Matt Knost returns so we'll catch up with him for a little bit, the Angels just swept the Dodgers so we're gonna do 2 hours on that alone, Christian went to a birthday party where everyone demanded to be on our show, and we may have a game or two to play as usual. Join us and lau…
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E92. Digital Marketing for Nonprofits: Google Grants, Email Marketing, and Tools You Need with Sean Littman
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37:20I'm thrilled to welcome Sean Littman to this episode of Lead with Heart. Sean is a true disruptor in the nonprofit digital space, bringing over a decade of expertise in digital marketing to help organizations grow and scale. He has transformed the way nonprofits leverage Google Grants and email marketing to build stronger communities and increase i…
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Patrick Hogue Embarks on His Debut Feature Film | Wanger Show 401
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1:08:33The Dread Seed & Spark campaign: https://seedandspark.com/fund/the-dreadHey! How's it going? Welcome back to the show. On today's show, Christian welcomes Alex back for his 422nd time on the pod and our buddy Patrick Hogue for his first time on the pod! Patrick's currently raising some funds for his first feature film so if you'd like to help (and …
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E91. Mastering Mid-Level and Major Gifts Fundraising with Jeff Schreifels
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47:13I am excited and honored to welcome Jeff Schreifels to this episode of Lead with Heart. Jeff is the principal and owner of Veritus Group - a global consulting agency specializing in major gifts and mid-level fundraising strategy. He is a pioneer of relationship-centered fundraising, and under his leadership, Veritus has helped increase mid and majo…
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How have we done 400 of these things? You all probably should've stopped us a long time ago, but we're grateful you've stuck around. From all three of us (yes, even Brian is here tonight), thanks for watching/listening/laughing/complaining. Let's have some fun.
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E90. Transforming Nonprofit Leadership to Advance Disability Rights with Chanda Hinton
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34:11On this episode of Lead with Heart, I am thrilled to introduce the incredible work of Chanda Hinton and the Chanda Center for Health, an organization dedicated to empowering individuals living with long-term physical disabilities through innovative healthcare services. In bold advocacy efforts, the Chanda Center ensures that everyone, regardless of…
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Movie Monsters Are BACK with Angie Shell | Wanger Show 399
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2:01:29Hello! Welcome back to your silly little show. TONIGHT, our friend Angie returns to the program so we'll catch up with her a little bit. She might still be talking in that Nosferatu voice she did the last time she was on. She hasn't been able shake it. It's like an Austin Butler Elvis situation over here. Outside of that though, we'll talk about so…
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E89. Faith-Driven Leadership in Philanthropy: Building Purpose-Led Cultures with Elaine Lankford
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32:37On this episode, I am thrilled to welcome Elaine Lankford, a passionate advocate for Christian female entrepreneurs and a true champion of empowering women to pursue their God-sized dreams. Elaine is the founder of She Steps Forward Coaching and She Steps Forward International. She has dedicated her life to equipping women to launch and grow succes…
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The Last of Us Goes Golfing & Sinners Goes Sinning | Wanger Show 398
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1:59:08Hey! How's it going? Welcome back to the show. TONIGHT, The Last of Us had a big episode, Sinners was freakin nuts (we're likely going to spoil both of those so just a warning!), and most importantly, we're gonna spend 2 hours talking exclusively about the upcoming Weezer movie with Keanu Reeves. We'll discuss our theories, the casting, the possibi…
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E88. Building Donor Trust with Principled Nonprofit Leadership - Fundraising Strategies with Andrew Olsen
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45:07Principled leadership is essential to nonprofit success—a belief strongly held by my guest, Andrew Olsen. Andrew helps nonprofit leaders increase impact through thriving organizational cultures that drive revenue growth. He's assisted over 500 nonprofits in raising half a billion dollars, authored bestselling books, and hosts the Rainmaker Fundrais…
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Take Me Out to the Wangers with Ken Napzok | Wanger Show 397
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2:03:34Hello there! Welcome back to the show that is now solely focused on creating Pokemon clipouts for TikTok. TONIGHT, our pal Ken Napzok is back, baseball is back, The Last of Us is back, fascism might be back, earthquakes are back because I just felt one while typing this, and you are also back, so welcome back. Let's laugh about some stupid stuff.…
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E87. Leading with Emotional Intelligence, Radical Empathy, Trust & Vulnerability with Christy Pretzinger
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43:52I am thrilled to welcome Christy Pretzinger as my guest on this episode of Lead with Heart. Christy is the CEO and founder of WG Content - a company that has reshaped the healthcare content landscape through an inspiring approach centered on kindness and people-focused values. She's a sought-after speaker and expert on topics like emotional intelli…
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What Happens in Vegas... Gets Talked About on a Podcast! | Wanger Show 396
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1:52:54Hey! Welcome back to the show. TONIGHT, our buddy Adam Smith returns! We love catching up with that guy. It's always a fun chat. Christian is also back from his Cinemacon Vegas trip that seemingly took 4 months, the new trailer for the greatest movie ever made - Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning - just dropped, we went viral on TikTok and I…
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E86. Amplifying Impact Through Nonprofit Storytelling and Advocacy with Laura Bonnell
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33:41In this episode of Lead with Heart, I am joined by Laura Bonnell, the founder of The Bonnell Foundation and host of the Living with Cystic Fibrosis Podcast. Laura's journey into advocacy began when her mother's instincts clashed with initial medical skepticism, ultimately leading to a life-changing diagnosis for her daughter Molly. Fueled by a pass…
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E85: The Value of Connection and Collaboration in Nonprofits with Britt Hogue
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32:22In this episode of Lead with Heart, we’re talking all about connection and collaboration with Britt Hogue - the founder of The Collective Good. With over 20 years of experience spanning the social, public, and private sectors, Britt has dedicated her career to fostering collaboration and connection. She knows firsthand that working collectively, wh…
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All the Frank Things with Frank | Wanger Show 395
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2:01:05Hello there! We have another episode of the show in store and OHHHH CRAP we gotta start planning episode 400, don't we? That's a tomorrow problem though because TONIGHT, our old pal Frank Lucatuorto returns to the program! In case any of you are new (there are dozens of you, DOZENS!), Frank was an old staple of the show back in the 2018/2019 days. …
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E84: Empowering Nonprofit Teams Through Effective HR Practices with Tiffany Slater
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42:57This episode is all about navigating HR in the nonprofit sector. We’re discussing the importance of onboarding, building a supportive work culture, employee retention and more with Dr. Tiffany Slater. Tiffany is the founder and CEO of HR Tailormade and is here to help nonprofit leaders and small business owners navigate the complex world of HR with…
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Wangers: Born Again with Adam Hlaváč | Wanger Show 394
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2:02:47Hello! Back at it again with another episode of the pod. TONIGHT, our buddy Adam Hlavac is back! We'll talk about a bunch of stuff with him. We like talking to that dude. Today's St. Patrick's Day. Cody found a green shirt but he was devastated this morning when he realized he couldn't find his old bright green shirt he got from the GR8T Times bowl…
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E83: The Transformative Power of Philanthropy in Global Healthcare with Scott Marcello from African Mission Healthcare
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41:01In this episode, we're diving into the transformative power of philanthropy in global healthcare with Scott Marcello, president and board member of African Mission Healthcare (AMH). AMH is dedicated to strengthening health systems in underserved regions across Africa, particularly through support for faith-based missionary hospitals. We are going t…
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E82: Project Management for Nonprofits with Executive Consultant & PMP Instructor Tamara McLemore
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37:54On today’s episode of Lead with Heart, we are exploring all things project management and the Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification with Tamara McLemore. Tamara is the powerhouse founder of Tamara McLemore Enterprises, an executive consultant, a PMP instructor, and an award winning speaker who's revolutionizing the way mid-career prof…
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Recapping the Best Oscars Show in Years with Andrew Ghai | Wanger Show 393
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2:14:02Hello! Welcome back another episode of the show. TONIGHT, our pal (and network television superstar) Andrew Ghai returns to the show! We'll be talking about the Oscars that just happened, Andrew's recent appearance on Matlock, Cody's secret late night debacle after last night's show that he hasn't told anyone about yet, and Christian's fantastic or…
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E81: Practical Leadership Strategies: Self-Management, Maximising Productivity & Ethical Leadership with Christian Muntean
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45:24On today’s episode of the Lead with Heart podcast, we’re covering many of my favorite leadership topics with Christian Muntean - a consultant who has empowered business owners and executives to boost revenues by over $500 million while also helping them reclaim valuable time for their families. Christian is the author of Train to Lead: The Unstoppa…
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Our Lawyer Made Us Change the Name of This Episode w/ Eric Striffler | Wanger Show 392
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3:04:10Hello there! Welcome back to the program. We took a week off but we are back. TONIGHT, our pal Eric Striffler is also back and I think he might in the lead now for most guest appearances but I'm too lazy to look that up. Brian is also back. You're also back. Fascism might also be coming back. Weird political left turns in YouTube descriptions are a…
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E80: Empathy as a Superpower: The Journey to Aligned Living with David Waldas
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42:04 If you find navigating the world as an empath exhausting, I’m thrilled to introduce this podcast’s guest, David Waldas. David is an inspiring leader and the visionary behind the aligned living system. His mission is to empower individuals to find purpose, clarity, and fulfillment in their lives through a holistic integrative approach. Whether you'…
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E79: Navigating Nonprofit Finances, Accounting & Tax Compliance with LaMichelle Hecht
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36:17Today’s episode is about all things nonprofit finance and accounting with LaMichelle Hecht. These are such important topics that a lot of people do not understand, which is why I wanted to bring this conversation to the podcast. LaMichelle is the owner and CEO of Overhead Solutions Group, a CPA firm specializing in accounting assurance and tax serv…
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Mark Ellis Makes His Glorious Return to the Show | Wanger Show 391
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1:44:49Hello! Welcome back to our silly lil show. TONIGHT, our friend Mark Ellis makes his long awaited return to the program. Has it been a long time? I don't actually know. Feels like it though, so I'm gonna go with it. We'll be talking all about THE BIG GAME, as well as other games of completely respectable size. We'll talk about some funny things and …
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E78: The Role of Social Media in Fundraising with Brandon Peacock
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50:37On this episode of the Lead with Heart podcast, I’m chatting to someone truly inspiring - Brandon Peacock. Brandon is the founder of Hit The Ground Running - a charity that provides invaluable support to trauma survivors. After surviving a life-altering drive-by shooting in 2020, Brandon embarked on an extraordinary journey of resilience and recove…
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This Podcast Was Also Traded to the Los Angeles Lakers w/ Alex Marzoña | Wanger Show 390
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1:42:07Hey there! Welcome back to our silly program. TONIGHT, our pal Alex returns to join us for some laughter, our podcast was included in the Luka Doncic/Anthony Davis trade but the media doesn't wanna talk about that, and Cody actually went out for once and went to Brian's birthday party and it probably got him sick. He had three hours of material pla…
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E77: Embracing Courage: Strategies for Overcoming Fear with Gina Gallaun
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32:56It’s time to stop letting fear hold you back and step boldly into your courage! That’s exactly what Gina Gallaun, the visionary founder of Waves & Words, has done. I’m thrilled to have her on the podcast. Gina played a pivotal role in building Wise, one of Europe's largest fintech companies, and was part of a historic IPO at the London Stock Exchan…
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Dorina Returns to Make Fun of Us & The Oscars Return to Make Everyone Mad | Wanger Show 389
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2:08:10Howdy! Welcome back to the program. TONIGHT, our pal Dorina returns, Brian also returns, angry comments on TikTok also returned after we ever so slightly poked fun at Harry Potter fan fiction this past week, the Oscars returned with some totally not controversial nominations, and YOU returned because you're here reading this description. Let's have…
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E76: Revolutionizing Board Engagement & Fundraising in Nonprofits with Derik Timmerman
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41:03On today’s episode, I’m welcoming the dynamic and accomplished Derik Timmerman, founder of Sparrow Nonprofit Solutions - a nationwide consulting firm that empowers nonprofits to maximize their world-changing impact. Derik’s background includes serving as a management consultant at McKinsey & Company and as a US Army Intelligence Officer with two co…
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Laughing Through the Chaos with Heather Grace Hancock | Wanger Show 388
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2:04:31Hello there! It's another Monday and there's definitely nothing major that took place in our country today. No transfer of power or anything, nothing we've been dreading for a few months now. Just a good ol' Monday night podcast, am I right folks? TONIGHT, our pal Grace is back and she's ready to laugh about stuff, Cody got canceled on TikTok by De…
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E75: How to Create a Heart-Centered Coaching Business with Jason Moss
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43:17If you are curious about coaching as a business, today’s episode with Jason Moss is a must-listen. Jason is a multi-six-figure business coach who leads a community of over 20, 000 coaches online and has helped thousands of coaches grow their businesses and sign more clients. His work has been featured in Entrepreneur, Online Business Owner, and oth…
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It's Been a Weird Week | Wanger Show 387
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1:35:36All revenue from this episode will be donated to help support Los Angeles fire relief. LA Food Bank: https://secure.lafoodbank.org/site/Donation2?df_id=2541&mfc_pref=T&2541.donation=form1&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAkJO8BhCGARIsAMkswyhXqfHzaTGL3ZYD_V7banOoNKTICG__hwllYTCLwErFYs1Y9LaFVKQaAjMKEALw_wcBGeneral Donations List: https://www.ncjwla.org/lafi…
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