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Progressive Pockets: a podcast about the untapped power of our wallets to build the world we want
Progressive Pockets: a podcast about the untapped power of our wallets to build the world we want
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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Episodes

130. Effective Altruism, AI, and Sam Bankman-Fried

The philosophy of Effective Altruism captured the minds and wallets of Silicon Valley's elite - using reason and evidence to... more

25 Jun 2024 · 16 minutes
129. What's your relationship to Juneteenth?

Here’s this week’s letter:I got the day off for Juneteenth and I’m trying to think about ways to honor the... more

19 Jun 2024 · 8 minutes
128. "I donate, but am I a philanthropist?" Apparently it depends on your identities...

Do you donate money or volunteer your time for charitable causes? If so, you're engaging in philanthropic activities. But would... more

18 Jun 2024 · 6 minutes
127. How I Screen Charities Before I Donate

Ever wonder how to separate the charities genuinely driving impact from those just paying lip service? In this candid episode,... more

13 Jun 2024 · 12 minutes
126. Vegan Investing: How to Beet the Market! 🥕

In a world grappling with climate change and animal welfare concerns, a new investment trend is taking root - vegan... more

05 Jun 2024 · 10 minutes
125. Are there any prisons in your 401K?

Many Americans are unaware that their retirement savings may be profiting off mass incarceration. In this eye-opening episode, we explore... more

28 May 2024 · 9 minutes
124. What to ask a financial planner if you want them to consider your societal values

Are you passionate about having a positive impact in the world but unsure how to incorporate that into your financial... more

21 May 2024 · 10 minutes
123. Poor People’s Campaign

This week let’s chat about the Poor People’s Campaign. This is a revival of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King’s radical... more

14 May 2024 · 10 minutes
122. How I switched to a more socially responsible index fund

This week, host GG Gimja will share the simple process she used to move her investments to a more socially... more

07 May 2024 · 19 minutes
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
Progressive Pockets: a podcast about the untapped power of our wallets to build the world we want
116. MacKenzie Scott's Giving Strategy and What We Can Learn From It
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MacKenzie Scott is famously tight lipped about how she’s making decisions to give away her estimated $40 billion net worth. But researchers... more