Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchWhat If the Economy Were Built on Care?
Episode 61
What if everything you’ve been taught about economic progress is wrong?
In this episode, Stacey Edgar — social worker turned social entrepreneur and n…
8 months, 3 weeks ago
The Vision Window is Open...For Now
Episode 60
How to recognize and act on the rare moments when transformation is possible.
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9 months ago
Amanda Litman on How Real Change Happens
Episode 59
What if real change doesn't begin with institutions, campaigns, or capital — but with the people we invite into our lives?
In this episode, Eric sits …
9 months, 1 week ago
What's Your Truth?
Episode 58
In this episode, I’m exploring a question that’s been showing up in a lot of our recent work — and in my own thinking:
What is your truth?
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9 months, 2 weeks ago
The Power (and Pitfalls) of Partnerships
Season 4 Episode 10
Everyone loves the idea of collaboration — but real partnership? That’s harder.
From mismatched visions to unclear roles, even the most well-intention…
9 months, 4 weeks ago
How to Build a Strong Case for Support
Season 4 Episode 9
Too many social impact leaders step into donor meetings with a bold vision — but an unclear case for why anyone should support it.
Your case for suppo…
10 months, 1 week ago
Is Our Obsession with Efficiency Backfiring?
Season 4 Episode 8
We’re constantly told to “do more with less” — but what if that’s the wrong goal altogether?
In this episode, Eric and Jonathan challenge the traditio…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
Storytelling For Complex Missions
Season 4 Episode 7
Too many social impact organizations are stuck trying to explain everything they do — and in the process, end up saying nothing that sticks. When you…
11 months, 1 week ago
Pros and Cons of Major Donors
Season 4 Episode 6
Major donor funding can feel like the holy grail of nonprofit growth — big checks, deep relationships, and potentially game-changing support. But wha…
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Designing Impact Reports That Actually Work
Season 4 Episode 5
Annual reports shouldn’t feel like an obligation — they should feel like a gift. But for too many nonprofits, impact reporting is still stuck in the …
1 year ago