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Progressive Pockets
Progressive Pockets
Genet "G.G." Gimja

A podcast at the intersection of social impact and personal finance that covers questions of how we might spend, donate, and invest... more

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121. New Book Alert: The Social Justice Investor by Andrea Longton

This week let’s chat about a book that was just released called “The Social Justice Investor” by Andrea Longton. It’s... more

01 May 2024 · 10 minutes
120. Where to find a financial advisor to help you invest according to your values

Have you ever thought about hiring a financial advisor? Did you know that there are a growing number of financial... more

23 Apr 2024 · 12 minutes
119. Investing According to Islamic Principles

Like many religious texts, the Quran has a lot to say about money! Back on episode 115 we discussed Islamic... more

16 Apr 2024 · 11 minutes
Announcement

The best episode ideas come from YOUR suggestions. Is there a topic you'd like to hear about on the show?... more

10 Apr 2024 · 1 minute
118. Maybe banks don't have to suck: An intro to CDFIs

Ever think about what your bank is doing with your cash? Whether your bank uses the cash in your checking... more

02 Apr 2024 · 12 minutes
117. 1% for the Planet

With so many of us trying to shop sustainably these days, it can be confusing to know what all of... more

26 Mar 2024 · 11 minutes
116. MacKenzie Scott's Giving Strategy and What We Can Learn From It

MacKenzie Scott is famously tight lipped about how she’s making decisions to give away her estimated $40 billion net worth.... more

19 Mar 2024 · 15 minutes
115. Where do American Muslims Donate Their Money?

A common question that comes in from listeners is the soul searching question of “how much should I donate?” There... more

12 Mar 2024 · 16 minutes
114. Big Wallets, Bleeding Hearts: Support Groups for the Wealthy

Did you know there are membership organizations for people of means who want to use their money in greater alignment... more

05 Mar 2024 · 17 minutes
113. Celebrating Black Philanthropy (Replay)

Links from today's episode:https://www.tides.org/accelerating-social-change/philanthropy/five-facts-to-know-about-black-philanthropy/ https://www.blackphilanthropymonth.com/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madam_C._J._Walkerhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_Ellen_Pleasant Support the Show.

27 Feb 2024 · 9 minutes
112. The Black Dollar Index

Today let's discuss the Black Dollar Index. During the racial reckoning in 2020, a group of Black professionals with expertise... more

20 Feb 2024 · 11 minutes
111. Is this stock anti-racist?

This week let's investigate a stock that claims to be designed for those of us who want to invest in... more

13 Feb 2024 · 17 minutes
110. The legacy of Jazz and Philanthropy

As we kick off Black History Month, this week's episode is about the interesting link between jazz and philanthropy based... more

06 Feb 2024 · 10 minutes
109. Building a bridge between financial markets & social justice: Rachel Robasciotti, Founder of Adasina Social Capital

This week please enjoy a fascinating episode from Renegade Capital featuring an interview with Rachel Robasciotti, Founder of Adasina Social... more

30 Jan 2024 · 57 minutes
108. Pros and Cons of ESG investing

Thinking about dipping your toe into ESG investing or socially responsible investing? What are the pros and cons? Tune in... more

23 Jan 2024 · 11 minutes
107. Dr. King's Radical Money Beliefs

In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day let's dig into what this civil rights icon had to say about... more

15 Jan 2024 · 8 minutes
106. New Year New Us? Planning for more social impact in 2024

It's a new year and a new opportunity to think about ways that our money can be used to build... more

09 Jan 2024 · 7 minutes
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01 Jan 2024 · 1 minute
105. Introducing Progressive Pockets! New name, same great taste

Welcome to Progressive Pockets! Formerly known as Spend Donate Invest. After two years and about a hundred episodes, the show... more

01 Jan 2024 · 4 minutes
104. How to review YOUR money's social impact in 2023

Somehow we've come to the end of 2023! As we look back on the year, it's a great time to... more

26 Dec 2023 · 8 minutes
103. Predictions for 2024 and Most Popular Episodes of 2023

This week on the show you'll find out which episodes were the most popular downloads in 2023, as well as... more

19 Dec 2023 · 10 minutes
102. Just give them cash: what the data shows about giving people cash versus other types of help

Results from a study of the impact of cash donations to 30,000 adults in Kenya have been released and the... more

12 Dec 2023 · 12 minutes
101. Tax write-off today, donate never?

Donor advised funds...are they a handy tool to help be thoughtful about our donations or just another form of wealth... more

05 Dec 2023 · 10 minutes
100. A recap of the last hundred episodes!

Today the podcast hits the 100th episode! Thank you for listening, subscribing and sharing episodes with the people you know!Support... more

28 Nov 2023 · 23 minutes
99 What's your plan for Giving Tuesday this year?

Today's episode will help you make your plan for this year's Giving Tuesday.If you want to support the show, please... more

22 Nov 2023 · 8 minutes
98. Decolonizing our Thanksgiving Plates (Replay)

This week we're exploring the topic of decolonizing our Thanksgiving plates.Links from today's discussion:Chef Sean Sherman Interview and Projectshttps://www.npr.org/2022/10/24/1131051237/the-sioux-chef-sean-shermanhttps://owamni.com/https://sioux-chef.com/Decolonizing Thanksgiving... more

07 Nov 2023 · 10 minutes
97. When Trust Fund Kids Grow Up

What happens when a bunch of trust fund kids grow up and get fed up? Tune in this week so... more

31 Oct 2023 · 11 minutes
96. The World's Most Socially Responsible Bank

Today let's talk about the world's most socially responsible bank...or is it? Tune in this week so we can discuss.Support... more

24 Oct 2023 · 8 minutes
95. Volunteer Tourism

Whether you call it volunteer tourism or voluntourism, it can be a tricky topic. Should you go abroad on a... more

17 Oct 2023 · 11 minutes
94. Why the Rich Don't Give

Every day we read headlines about the ultra wealthy announcing their intentions to donate portions of their fortunes...but then they... more

10 Oct 2023 · 21 minutes
93. Reflections on 2 years of this podcast

Time flies! Thank you for your support over the past two years! Let's keep going!Support the Show.

05 Oct 2023 · 9 minutes
92. Four more ways to build an organization according to your values

Whether you are a startup founder or you are in the beginning stages of creating a nonprofit, it makes a... more

19 Sep 2023 · 16 minutes
91. Building an organization according to your values

When I was growing up, I had the impression that if you wanted to do good you worked for a... more

12 Sep 2023 · 18 minutes
90. Four Ethical Banks

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05 Sep 2023 · 7 minutes
89. Where does will.i.am donate his money?

Tune in this week to find out where will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas donates his money!Support the Show.

29 Aug 2023 · 8 minutes
88. Where does Rihanna donate her money?

Today's episode is about where Rihanna donates her money!Links from today’s episodehttps://claralionelfoundation.org/ https://www.looktothestars.org/celebrity/rihanna https://www.marketwatch.com/story/rihanna-was-a-philanthropist-long-before-she-was-a-billionaire-heres-why-shes-considered-a-trailblazer-when-it-comes-to-giving-away-money-d7a19c4b https://www.pbs.org/newshour/arts/rihannas-foundation-donates-15-million-to-climate-justice-groups https://mashable.com/article/rihanna-super-bowl-halftime-philanthropy Support the Show.

22 Aug 2023 · 11 minutes
87. Where does Paris Hilton donate her money?

Today's episode is about where Paris Hilton donates her money!Links:Paris Hilton's somewhat cringe visit to survivors of earthquake in Mexicohttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-6383385/Paris-Hilton-visits-Mexican-earthquake-survivors-San-Gregorio.htmlLook... more

15 Aug 2023 · 9 minutes
86. Where does Beyoncé donate her money?

Ever wondered where Beyoncé Knowles Carter donates her money?  Did you know that her philanthropic foundation BeyGood is on tour... more

09 Aug 2023 · 17 minutes
85. Where does President Barack Obama donate his money?

Links from today's episode:Obama’s Doodle for NFhttps://images.app.goo.gl/Y52CobeDSe5CcVPo7What do Nobel Prize Winners do with their Winnings?https://content.time.com/time/specials/packages/article/0,28804,1848817_1848816_1848803,00.html Obama’s donation of his Nobel Prize... more

02 Aug 2023 · 14 minutes
Introducing the Celebrity Giving Series!

Given that it is summer time and you might be spending a little more time relaxing with family and friends,... more

02 Aug 2023 · 1 minute
84. On Impact Investing and Social Justice from Narratives of Purpose

Eleni Janis started her career researching bias in lending.  Today she is working to provide more access to capital for... more

25 Jul 2023 · 30 minutes
83. Warren Buffett's Giving Pledge

Today's episode is about the Giving Pledge that Warren Buffett and friends Bill Gates and Melinda French Gates created in... more

18 Jul 2023 · 12 minutes
82. Divesting from Prisons

Today's topic came in from a listener, it was about how to divest from prison labor. So we’re going to... more

11 Jul 2023 · 13 minutes
81. Creating a Family Mission Statement (Replay)

Today's topic is about how to create a family mission statement, especially as it relates to money! Links from today's... more

04 Jul 2023 · 8 minutes
80. The Five Types of Givers (Part 2)

What type of giver are you?Support the Show.

20 Jun 2023 · 19 minutes
79. The Five Types of Givers

In today's episode, 5 types of givers will be discussed. What type are you?1) the skeptic2) the overwhelmed3) the flighty4)... more

13 Jun 2023 · 12 minutes
78. Raising Generous Kids (Replay)

Here’s today’s letter:Coming out of last year’s holiday season, I started to wonder if my kids are getting a little... more

07 Jun 2023 · 11 minutes
77. Where To Start With Donating (Replay)

Today’s letter is about where to start with donating. Here’s the letter:What to do if I feel overwhelmed by donating?It’s... more

30 May 2023 · 5 minutes
Interlude

Call for submissions! Please send your topics, questions, and feedback to spenddonateinvest@gmail.comSupport the Show.

24 May 2023 · 4 minutes
76. The surprising truth about what ESG investing actually means

Welcome back to Spend Donate Invest! This is a podcast where we talk about ways to line up our values... more

16 May 2023 · 27 minutes
75. How to start a values aligned investing club

Links from today's episode:https://activateyourmoney.net/ Support the Show.

09 May 2023 · 15 minutes
74. Does it matter where you say "I Do"?

Links from today's episode:https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/17/style/despite-everything-people-still-have-weddings-at-plantation-sites.htmlhttps://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2021/06/10514073/plantation-wedding-venuesSupport the Show.

02 May 2023 · 10 minutes
73. It's wedding season! How to go green

Links from today's episode:https://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/02/style/sustainability-wedding.html?action=click&module=Well&pgtype=Homepage§ion=Lovehttps://lessstuffmoremeaning.org/weddingfootprintcalculator/Support the Show.

25 Apr 2023 · 13 minutes
72. How much money do Harry and Meghan give away?

Curious about how much money Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan Markle give away? Tune in this week to hear where... more

11 Apr 2023 · 9 minutes
71. Women, Men, and Money

Welcome back to Spend Donate Invest. This is where we talk about ways we can line up our values in... more

04 Apr 2023 · 8 minutes
70. The legal right to invest according to our values

In Nov 2022 the Department of Labor passed a rule allowing 401k managers to consider climate change environmental, social and... more

28 Mar 2023 · 9 minutes
69. Women, Sex and Socialism

Today's episode is a short book summary, on a book called Why Women Have Better Sex Under Socialism: And Other... more

21 Mar 2023 · 12 minutes
68. Is a donation a good gift?

Are you thinking about what to get your friend, relative or colleague for their special occasion this year? Today's discussion... more

14 Mar 2023 · 8 minutes
67. Did Patagonia's founder really give his company away?

Links from today's discussion:“Billionaire No More: Patagonia Founder Gives Away the Company” New York Times Sept 14, 2022 https://www.nytimes.com/2022/09/14/climate/patagonia-climate-philanthropy-chouinard.html Yvon Chouinard’s... more

07 Mar 2023 · 12 minutes
66. Supporting the Arts

Today's episode is about supporting the arts. Download to hear more about 1) supporting local artists 2) increasing arts education... more

28 Feb 2023 · 7 minutes
65. Celebrating Black Philanthropy

Links from today's episode:https://www.tides.org/accelerating-social-change/philanthropy/five-facts-to-know-about-black-philanthropy/ https://www.blackphilanthropymonth.com/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madam_C._J._Walkerhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_Ellen_Pleasant Support the Show.

21 Feb 2023 · 9 minutes
64. Giving After a Natural Disaster

When it comes to disaster relief, there are generally, 4 different phases where you might want to help.Phase 1: Mitigation:... more

14 Feb 2023 · 8 minutes
63. 2023 Predictions

In today's episode we will revisit 2022 predictions and make a few guesses for what 2023 has in store for... more

07 Feb 2023 · 20 minutes
62. Most popular episodes of 2022

Most popular episodes of 2022:Episode 23 Raising Generous Kids. Episode 29 My 2 Cents and My 2 CentsEpisode 37 Crypto versus... more

31 Jan 2023 · 6 minutes
61. Donations of the Rich and Famous

This week’s episode is a little stroll through donations of the rich and famous. Links: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbeswealthteam/2022/01/19/americas-top-givers-2022-the-25-most-philanthropic-billionaires/?sh=2a34a56e3a6cSupport the Show.

13 Dec 2022 · 12 minutes
60. When a friend asks you to donate...but you don't want to

Welcome to Spend Donate Invest. Today's question is, how do you politely decline when someone asks you to donate to... more

05 Dec 2022 · 8 minutes
59. American Indian Heritage Month meets Giving Tuesday

Links from today's episode:https://decolonizingwealth.com/https://www.givingtuesday.org/ https://native-land.ca/ https://www.ala.org/aboutala/indigenous-tribes-washington-dc https://www.firstnations.org/ https://narf.org/ https://www.naahillahee.org/https://sogoreate-landtrust.org/Support the Show.

14 Nov 2022 · 15 minutes
58. Decolonizing our Thanksgiving Plates

This week we're exploring the topic of decolonizing our Thanksgiving plates.Links from today's discussion:Chef Sean Sherman Interview and Projectshttps://www.npr.org/2022/10/24/1131051237/the-sioux-chef-sean-shermanhttps://owamni.com/https://sioux-chef.com/ Decolonizing... more

07 Nov 2022 · 10 minutes
57. Focusing your values aligned investing

One question I’ve received quite a bit is on the topic of trying to decide on a focus for our... more

31 Oct 2022 · 18 minutes
56. What to do if your company's 401K goes against your values (Replay)

Here's today's letter:My employer doesn't offer a socially responsible 401k, what should I do?Here's a summary of today's discussion:1. Buddy... more

24 Oct 2022 · 6 minutes
55. Moved to a Gentrifying Neighborhood, Now What? (Replay)

Here's today's letter:I'm a gentrifier and I feel guilty about it all the time. Is there a way to spend... more

11 Oct 2022 · 5 minutes
54. Giving Up Brands with Shaky Values (Replay)

Today's letter is about giving up brands with values that are different than our own! Here's the letter:I can't give... more

03 Oct 2022 · 6 minutes
53. Where to Find Charities and What to Ask (Replay)

Today's letter is about where to find charities and what to ask. Here's the letter:How should I research a charity... more

27 Sep 2022 · 10 minutes
52. How Much Should I Donate? (Replay)

In celebration of the podcast's one year anniversary, some of the most popular episodes will be rebroadcast.In the meantime, if... more

19 Sep 2022 · 9 minutes
51. Activist Investing

Here’s this week’s letter:I recently heard a talk by someone who was saying that shareholders can influence what a company... more

29 Aug 2022 · 12 minutes
50. Giving more strategically

Here’s this week’s letter:In the past, I’ve donated money whenever I’m asked. I don’t really have much of a strategy,... more

22 Aug 2022 · 11 minutes
49. Socially Responsible Robo-Advisors

Here’s this week’s letter:I just discovered the show recently and have been learning a lot, especially as I think about... more

15 Aug 2022 · 9 minutes
48. What to do with a Windfall

Here’s this week’s letter:I’m writing to ask what you think I should do with a windfall? I completely did not... more

08 Aug 2022 · 7 minutes
47. How to Set Up a Scholarship

Here’s this week’s letter:I was just watching a video of billionaire Robert Smith giving a commencement speech at Morehouse and... more

01 Aug 2022 · 11 minutes
46. Three Phases of Impact Investing

Welcome to Spend Donate Invest. This is a podcast where you’ll find short episodes about how we might use our... more

25 Jul 2022 · 8 minutes
45. Creating a Family Money Mission Statement

Here’s this week’s letter:I’ve been taking a more active role in managing my money and my family’s money and I... more

18 Jul 2022 · 6 minutes
44. Can our money help with gun violence?

Here’s this week’s letter:When I was growing up, I knew a few friend’s dads that had guns, but they were... more

11 Jul 2022 · 11 minutes
43. Not Your Parent's Giving

Here’s this week’s letter:Growing up my experience with giving was giving to my church. My parents would tithe to the... more

04 Jul 2022 · 10 minutes
42. Pay Transparency for Allies

Here’s this week’s letter:I’m wondering how I can be an ally at work. I heard that there’s a new pay... more

27 Jun 2022 · 12 minutes
41. Juneteenth!

Welcome back to Spend Donate Invest. We vote, we protest, but what about our money? Is there a way we... more

19 Jun 2022 · 9 minutes
40. Give now or wait till I'm rich?

Here’s this week’s letter:Should I wait until I am financially well off before I give?No. Please don’t wait until you... more

13 Jun 2022 · 6 minutes
39. Helping with the Baby Formula Shortage

Here’s this week’s letter:Is there any way I can contribute towards helping parents who are facing the baby formula shortage?Links... more

06 Jun 2022 · 8 minutes
38. Funding Reproductive Freedom

Here’s this week’s letter:Watching the news lately has felt like watching the Handmaid’s Tale. I have to admit I wasn’t... more

30 May 2022 · 12 minutes
37. Crypto vs The Environment

Here’s today’s letterI’ve heard that crypto is bad for the environment, but I have to be honest, I don’t see... more

23 May 2022 · 9 minutes
36. Greenwashing 101

Here’s today’s letterI mentioned to my brother that I started trying to buy certain brands and shop at certain stores... more

16 May 2022 · 8 minutes
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Here’s today’s letterI mentioned to my brother that I started trying to buy certain brands and shop at certain stores because I’m... more