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Send us a textThis week’s episode is raw and unedited. It’s a heart to heart about where we go from... more
Send us a textIn this week's replay, let's explore the powerful influence of small-dollar donations in American politics. You don’t... more
Send us a textEver think about what your bank is doing with your cash? Whether your bank uses the cash... more
Send us a textWelcome back to Progressive Pockets! This is a podcast where we talk about ways to line up... more
Send us a textIn this episode, let’s chat about charitable giving among Latino Americans, including formal and informal giving, the... more
Send us a textToday’s episode is about a fun activity to consider trying with your friends, coworkers, or fellow book... more
Send us a textLong gone are the days when investors left their societal values at the door. These days, most... more
Send us a textThis week let’s chat about Winners Take All: the Elite Charade of Changing the World by Anand... more
Send us a textIn this episode of Progressive Pockets, let's explore the topic of conscious travel, focusing on how to... more
Send us a textThis week, let's explore how everyday shareholders can wield surprising influence over corporate behavior. Discover the power... more
Send us a textIt’s time for another book review! This episode is about a book titled Activate Your Money: Invest... more
Send us a textIt’s time for the celebrity giving series! Whether you love celebrity gossip or you want to be... more
Send us a textIn this episode, let’s explore Chrissy Teigen and John Legend’s philanthropy, highlighting their commitment to social causes.Let’s... more
Send us a textLet’s continue the celebrity giving series! Whether you love celebrity gossip or you want to be inspired... more
Send us a textIn this episode, let's explore the remarkable philanthropic efforts of country music legend Dolly Parton. We'll dive... more
Send us a textIn this episode, let's explore the powerful influence of small-dollar donations in American politics. You don’t need... more
Send us a textUsually on this show we talk about the power of our wallets to build the world we... more
Send us a textThis week let’s talk about a wildly successful student campaign to convince universities across America to divest... more
Send us a textThis week let’s chat about using our consumer power for social change. Learn how our everyday purchases... more
Send us a textThis week, let’s chat about how to make your money work for both you and the world.... more
Send us a textThe philosophy of Effective Altruism captured the minds and wallets of Silicon Valley's elite - using reason... more
Send us a textHere’s this week’s letter:I got the day off for Juneteenth and I’m trying to think about ways... more
Send us a textDo you donate money or volunteer your time for charitable causes? If so, you're engaging in philanthropic... more
Send us a textEver wonder how to separate the charities genuinely driving impact from those just paying lip service? In... more
Send us a textIn a world grappling with climate change and animal welfare concerns, a new investment trend is taking... more
Send us a textMany Americans are unaware that their retirement savings may be profiting off mass incarceration. In this eye-opening... more
Send us a textAre you passionate about having a positive impact in the world but unsure how to incorporate that... more
Send us a textThis week let’s chat about the Poor People’s Campaign. This is a revival of Rev. Dr. Martin... more
Send us a textThis week, host GG Gimja will share the simple process she used to move her investments to... more
Send us a textThis week let’s chat about a book that was just released called “The Social Justice Investor” by... more
Send us a textHave you ever thought about hiring a financial advisor? Did you know that there are a growing... more
Send us a textLike many religious texts, the Quran has a lot to say about money! Back on episode 115... more
Send us a textThe best episode ideas come from YOUR suggestions. Is there a topic you'd like to hear about... more
Send us a textEver think about what your bank is doing with your cash? Whether your bank uses the cash... more
Send us a textWith so many of us trying to shop sustainably these days, it can be confusing to know... more
Send us a textMacKenzie Scott is famously tight lipped about how she’s making decisions to give away her estimated $40... more
Send us a textA common question that comes in from listeners is the soul searching question of “how much should... more
Send us a textDid you know there are membership organizations for people of means who want to use their money... more
Send us a textLinks 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
Send us a textToday let's discuss the Black Dollar Index. During the racial reckoning in 2020, a group of Black... more
Send us a textThis week let's investigate a stock that claims to be designed for those of us who want... more
Send us a textAs we kick off Black History Month, this week's episode is about the interesting link between jazz... more
Send us a textThis week please enjoy a fascinating episode from Renegade Capital featuring an interview with Rachel Robasciotti, Founder... more
Send us a textThinking about dipping your toe into ESG investing or socially responsible investing? What are the pros and... more
Send us a textIn celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day let's dig into what this civil rights icon had... more
Send us a textIt's a new year and a new opportunity to think about ways that our money can be... more
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Send us a textWelcome to Progressive Pockets! Formerly known as Spend Donate Invest. After two years and about a hundred... more
Send us a textSomehow we've come to the end of 2023! As we look back on the year, it's a... more
Send us a textThis week on the show you'll find out which episodes were the most popular downloads in 2023,... more
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Send us a textWelcome to Progressive Pockets! Formerly known as Spend Donate Invest. After two years and about a hundred episodes, the... more