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Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations

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The 1.6 Million Young People We’re Failing

>> April 21, 2024

We speak with two experts in the field about how to solve this growing epidemic.

topics covered: Child Development, Community, Education, Government and Politics, Housing and Homelessness, Mental Health, Parenting, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations, Politics, Public Health and Policy
ListenThe 1.6 Million Young People We’re Failing

The Story Behind the Free Speech Organization Advertising Everywhere

>> October 15, 2023

We uncover what exactly FIRE stands for and why some people have mixed feelings on the nonpartisan nonprofit.

topics covered: Economics and Finance, Education, Government and Politics, History, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations, Politics
ListenThe Story Behind the Free Speech Organization Advertising Everywhere

A Family Forever Changed: Rachel’s Struggle With Schizophrenia

>> October 8, 2023

Deborah Kasdan recounts her sister Rachel's journey with schizophrenia, reflecting on its profound impact on family and the indelible mark of mental illness.

topics covered: Communication, Culture and the Arts, Government and Politics, History, Mental Health, Mental Illness, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations, Psychology and Psychiatry, Public Health and Policy
ListenA Family Forever Changed: Rachel’s Struggle With Schizophrenia

One After Another: Helping People Recover in a World Where Natural Disasters Are All Too Common

>> September 24, 2023

We cover the physical and mental toll these hardships cause and why it’s important to step up and give back in any way you can.

topics covered: Climate Change, Emergency Response and Planning, Mental Health, Natural Disasters, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations, Psychology and Psychiatry, Public Health and Policy, Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
ListenOne After Another: Helping People Recover in a World Where Natural Disasters Are All Too Common

Bridging the Gap for Low-Income Families

>> June 4, 2023

We cover the growing crisis of wealth inequality in America and how individuals and families can get help through their community network.

topics covered: Career, Economics and Finance, Inflation, Parenting, Personal Finance, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations, Poverty and Wealth Inequality, Public Assistance
ListenBridging the Gap for Low-Income Families
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Paving a New Future For Classical Music

>> March 20, 2022

Less than 2% of all classical musicians are African American. Two classical music experts join us this week to help us understand the barriers for entry into classical music and how those in the field are helping younger populations gain exposure and greater access to the genre.

topics covered: Career, Culture and the Arts, Diversity, Education, Employment and Workplace Issues, Equal Employment, Inequality, Literature and Writing, Music, Music Industry, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations, Race and Identity
ListenPaving a New Future For Classical Music
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Finding Employment After Incarceration

>> January 2, 2022

In the U.S., there are roughly 19 million people with felony convictions. For this population, finding stable work can be a tumultuous and draining process. Without a job, it can be all too easy to slide back into a past life and end up behind bars once again.

topics covered: Business and Entrepreneurship, Criminal Justice and Courts, Economics and Finance, Employment and Workplace Issues, Equal Employment, Federal Government, Government and Politics, Healthcare, Incarceration, Labor Rights and Wages, Law/Policy and Enforcement, Local Government, Mass Incarceration, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations, Research, Societal Issues, State Government, Unemployment
ListenFinding Employment After Incarceration

Giving Back as Cash Transactions Become Less Common

>> December 5, 2021

For homeless populations and nonprofit fundraisers that rely on in-person cash giving, less cash could mean less money coming in.

topics covered: Currency, Economics and Finance, Housing and Homelessness, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations, Poverty and Wealth Inequality
ListenGiving Back as Cash Transactions Become Less Common

The Entrepreneur Inside the Musician

>> July 25, 2021

There’s much more to being a professional musician than the practice and performance aspect of the career. For independent artists, there’s an entire side of entrepreneurship to handle, including money management, marketing, networking and more. Debra Silvert, the flutist of the orchestral ensemble, Duo Sequenza, highlights the challenges and rewards of …

topics covered: Business and Entrepreneurship, Employment and Workplace Issues, Music, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations
ListenThe Entrepreneur Inside the Musician
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Fair Labor: The Importance of Worker Centers

>> July 4, 2021

Unions, which are organized labor groups, are prevalent across the U.S. You’ve probably heard of the term in the media or may know someone who’s part of a union. But, have you ever heard of a worker center? It operates in similar functions as unions; however, this resource is much more community-based and is more of a guiding advocate in responsive …

topics covered: Civil Rights and Activism, Economics and Finance, Employment and Workplace Issues, Equality, Inequality, Labor Rights and Wages, Law/Policy and Enforcement, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations, Poverty and Wealth Inequality
ListenFair Labor: The Importance of Worker Centers

The Top One Percent & The Accrual of Billions in Wealth

>> June 27, 2021

The 50 richest families in the world have a combined net worth of $1.2 trillion. The Koch family, the second richest name on the list, is worth a staggering $100 billion. For many families, it isn’t just about success and business growth, but the business of building wealth through loopholes like philanthropy and loose taxation laws.

topics covered: American Culture and History, Business and Entrepreneurship, Economics and Finance, Employment and Workplace Issues, Government and Politics, Inequality, Labor Rights and Wages, Law/Policy and Enforcement, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations, Politics, Poverty and Wealth Inequality
ListenThe Top One Percent & The Accrual of Billions in Wealth

Top Dog: Helping Senior Dogs Find New Homes

>> December 8, 2019

Did you know that only one out of every five dogs will finish their life with the family who originally took them home? Top Dog Foundation, specifically helps find new homes for senior dogs through a variety of programs. We speak with the founder of the organization, Jean Stelten-Beuning about the current need and how owners can plan ahead to ensure the …

topics covered: Aging and Death, Animals and Pets, Dogs, Elderly and Senior Citizens, Health and Medicine, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations
ListenTop Dog: Helping Senior Dogs Find New Homes

Friends of the Children

>> September 29, 2019

While some of us have fond memories of an idyllic childhood filled with joyous birthday parties and summer road trips, some children face a completely different home life. This instability can overtake a child or teen and lead them down a dangerous path. The nonprofit, Friends of the Children, understands the importance of getting to a child early on and …

topics covered: Children and Parenting, Family and Interpersonal Relationships, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations, Public Health and Policy
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The Role of Non-Profits in Ending Human Trafficking

>> August 18, 2019

It’s estimated that worldwide there are currently between 20 and 40 million people who are exploited through forced labor, marriage and prostitution, according to the International Labor Organization. We take a look at the South Asian country of Nepal where as many as 20,000 girls each year fall victim to human trafficking. We discuss solutions and what more …

topics covered: Children and Parenting, Civil Rights and Activism, Education, Human Rights, International/Global Affairs, Labor Rights and Wages, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations, Poverty and Wealth Inequality, Women's History and Rights
ListenThe Role of Non-Profits in Ending Human Trafficking

Uncovering the Underbelly of Domestic Violence

>> June 16, 2019

In the U.S., one in four women are victims of domestic violence. Between 2014 and 2017, the number of victims killed by their partners rose by 20 percent. Two survivors share their firsthand stories and struggles. We also speak with author, Rachel Louise Snyder, about why domestic violence persists and what can be done.

topics covered: Children and Parenting, Domestic Violence, Family and Interpersonal Relationships, Health and Medicine, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations, Psychology and Psychiatry, Violence and Abuse
ListenUncovering the Underbelly of Domestic Violence

Maximizing Your Charity Donation’s Impact (2018)

>> August 12, 2018

Everyone has different causes that are close to their hearts. We talk to a philanthropy specialist about how we can donate to those causes and ensure that our contribution makes the biggest impact possible.

topics covered: Economics and Finance, Personal Finance, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations, Philosophy and Ethics, Poverty and Wealth Inequality
ListenMaximizing Your Charity Donation’s Impact (2018)

Giving Back This Holiday Season (2017)

>> November 26, 2017

We talk to a mom and an author who together have created a children’s book and game designed to make giving back to others a fun pursuit.

topics covered: Children and Parenting, Holidays and Traditions, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations
ListenGiving Back This Holiday Season (2017)
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Education in Somaliland

>> March 19, 2017

Jonathan Starr talks about his journey from Wall Street money manager to Somaliland school runner and how he and his school and changing lives where it matters most.

topics covered: Economics and Finance, Education, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations, Poverty and Wealth Inequality
ListenEducation in Somaliland

Teaching Kids to Give Back (2016)

>> November 27, 2016

We talk to a mom and an author who together have created a children’s book and game designed to make giving back to others a fun pursuit.

topics covered: Children and Parenting, Holidays and Traditions, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations
ListenTeaching Kids to Give Back (2016)

Kids Behavior and Parents Expectations

>> October 23, 2016

We explore why kids behave the way they do in certain situations, and offer strategies for dealing with a child that can help them grow more responsible.

topics covered: Behavior, Children and Parenting, Family and Interpersonal Relationships, Parenting, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations, Psychology and Psychiatry
ListenKids Behavior and Parents Expectations
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Philanthropy: Finding a fit, making an impact (2016)

>> August 7, 2016

We talk to a philanthropy specialist about how to give wisely and make sure your money is used in the way you intend.

topics covered: Economics and Finance, Personal Finance, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations, Philosophy and Ethics, Poverty and Wealth Inequality
ListenPhilanthropy: Finding a fit, making an impact (2016)

Human Trafficking

>> July 12, 2015

Slavery is alive in the United States and around the world in the 21st century. That’s hard to believe, but all over the world people are being forced to work long hours as laborers or in the sex trades, in horrible conditions for little or no money – and there’s no way for them to get out. We talk to two specialists in human trafficking about the issue and …

topics covered: Immigration and Deportation, Law/Policy and Enforcement, Philanthropy and Nonprofit Organizations, Slavery
ListenHuman Trafficking
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