Progressive Pockets: a podcast about the untapped power of our wallets to build the world we want
A podcast at the intersection of social impact and personal finance that covers questions of how we might spend, donate, and invest more in line with our values. Hosted by Genet "GG" Gimja Formerly known as the Spend Donate Invest Podcast
Episodes
This week let’s chat about a great book by Ha-Joon Chang, it’s called 23 Things They Don’t Tell You About Capitalism. The book is easy to read, even if you don’t have a background in economics, or even if you’re a little suspicious of the field.
ICYMI another episode you might enjoy:
Episode#118 Maybe banks don’t have to suck: an intro to CDFIs
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Have you heard people talking about The Great Wealth Transfer and wondered what they were talking about? Do you feel like something’s missing from the conversation?
Dive into today’s episode for a quick summary of what’s happening and what no one’s talking about.
Links from today’s episode:
What is the “great wealth transfer,” and who’ll benefit from it? | Marketplace | December 2024
https://www.marketplace.org/2024/...
Links from today's episode:
These U.S. Companies Are Not Ditching DEI Amid Trump’s Crackdown | Time Magazine March 2025
https://time.com/7261857/us-companies-keep-dei-initiatives-list-trump-diversity-order-crackdown/
Which US companies are pulling back on diversity initiatives? | AP News February 2025
https://apnews.com/article/dei-diversity-equity-inclusion-lawsuits-f2f5e9136ac95d9466ee91c97c7e3be1
Vi...
How are you feeling today? Are you one of millions of Americans who are feeling stressed and on the verge of current events burnout?
Today’s episode is about self care for times like these. Pour a mug of something warm and grab a notebook. The work of building a better world is challenging, and requires that we find opportunities for rest, joy, pleasure, and community.
Links from today’s episode:
Promoting self car...
This week let’s chat about a wonderful new book by Jasmine Rashid, “The Financial Activist Playbook.” The book covers 8 strategies for everyday people to flex the power of their wallets. The book covers banking, shopping, donating, investing, and earning in ways that can feed our collective well being.
Tune in to hear more about the book and find out how to get your own copy today.
Links from today’s episode:
T...
This week, let’s chat about the beautiful legacy of philanthropy within the jazz community. Let’s talk about community building work by artists like Jon Batiste, Wynton Marsalis, Ella Fitzgerald and others.
Links from today’s episode:
Jazz and Philanthropy | Bridge Philanthropic Consulting
This week let’s chat about three ways to be more generous this year! Whether you have five minutes or you have more time, you'll find an idea in this episode that inspires you to become the more generous person that you want to be in 2025.
ICYMI another episode you might enjoy:
Episode#136 Where does Dolly Pardon donate her money?
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Links from today’s episode:
The History and Social Work Legacy of the Black Panther Party 2022, International Journal of Education and Human Developments
https://ijehd.cgrd.org/images/vol8no1/1.pdf
Black Panther Party Alumni Legacy Network
The Black Panther Party: Challenging Police and Promoting Social Change, National Museum of African American History and Culture
Too often, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s philosophy has been simplified to a few memorable phrases from his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech. But did you know that Dr. King held some pretty radical money beliefs?
Dr. King advocated for social justice and economic equality for all Americans and his ideas still resonate today.
This is one of the most popular episodes of Progressive Pockets,...
This week it has finally started to rain in LA and the fires are almost completely contained. As we think about how we can help, please consider supporting the most vulnerable and least supported populations affected by the fires.
If you are still considering where to give, here are 8 specific places to consider: https://www.progressivepockets.com/p/la-fires-where-to-donate/
In today’s episode, let’s talk abo...
Looking for healthy alternatives to going down the inauguration rabbit hole today? You’re not alone! Tune in to hear some practical self-care strategies to help you navigate today. We’ll explore practical techniques for managing stress, setting boundaries, and finding moments of peace. Whether you’re an activist, a concerned citizen, or just looking for ways to recharge, you’ll likely walk away with at least a few ide...
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the coming year? Today’s episode will help you reflect on your achievements from last year and guide you in making intentional choices about how you spend, donate, invest and bank in 2025.
Together, we’ll explore ways to support local businesses, give generously to causes you care about, and invest in companies that align with your values. You'll leave with a ...
This week let’s reminisce on the official Progressive Pockets predictions for 2024 and make some new predictions for 2025.
In the meantime, please reach out with topics you’d like to hear covered this year on the show!
ICYMI another episode you might enjoy:
Episode#123 Poor People’s Campaign
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This week’s episode is a quick recap of the most popular episodes of 2024. Whether you’re a new listener or you want to take a walk down memory lane, enjoy these top picks of the year!
Previous Recap Videos
Episode#103 Most Popular Episodes of 2023
Episode#62 Most popular episodes of 2022
Most popular episodes of 2024:
- Episode#147 The surprising truth about what ESG actually means
- Episode#107 Dr...
Did you know that the US has offered tax breaks for charitable donations since income tax rates were increased to fund World War I?
What does the IRS recommend to ensure that your donations qualify you for tax breaks? And is all of that effort even worth it?
Tune in this week to find out more…
Links from today’s episode:
Tax deductions for charitable donations | Deloitte
https://www2...
This week let’s chat about Gen Z and how they tend to invest. As digital natives, Gen Z investors tend to be more comfortable with various investing platforms and apps. As investors who have been exposed to more information about the world, Gen Z investors consider their environmental societal values when they decide whether or not to invest in a company.
But just how far are Gen Z investors willing to go to live out t...
This week let’s chat about a popular book called Decolonizing Wealth by Edgar Villanueva. It is a book about money, giving, and social justice.
In today’s episode, we will look at how the history of colonization still affects how wealth is used today, often making inequalities worse. Villanueva’s book challenges us to rethink how we view money and shows us that it can be a tool for healing instead of causing...
This week let’s chat about Giving Tuesday going global and how you might plan your own Giving Tuesday this year!
Links from today’s episode:
Giving Tuesday campaigns from around the globe
https://www.givingtuesday.org/blog/global-leaders-local-movements/
ICYMI another episode you might enjoy:
Episode#105 Hosting a pop up giving circle for the holidays
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The Indigenous "Land Back" movement in the US and Canada has gained momentum in recent years across many Indigenous groups, representing a broad fight for decolonization, protecting their culture, and taking care of the environment.
Today we will talk about the movement and how WE can support these efforts!
Links from today’s episode:
Landback
https://landback.org/
La...
This week let’s chat about some practical suggestions for hosting a Thanksgiving that’s just a little more sustainable. From planning the meal to polling guests before they show up, you’re sure to leave today’s episode with at least one idea you hadn’t considered before!
Links from today’s episode:
Time Magazine: Thanksgiving Food Waste Is Nothing To Celebrate. But There Are Ways To Combat It
https://...
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