The PlayFull Podcast
Whether you’re ladling soup at a local shelter or attending a UN Peace Conference, those who devote their lives to the service of others are often exhausted and in need of a little break.
Welcome to the PlayFull Podcast, where host Kristine Michie and her guests bring fun to the serious work of changing the world.
Carmela Castellano: Lessons in Changemaking from Folklórico Dancing
Embrace the joy of every stage of your journey, finding playfulness and meaning in retirement and beyond, as Carmela Castellano shares insights from her 30-year career and the lessons of Folklórico dancing on The PlayFull Podcast.
Sam Lewis: Lessons in Leadership from Cell to C-Suite
Join us as we delve into the transformative power of play in the fight against mass incarceration with Sam Lewis, CEO of the Anti-Recidivism Coalition, highlighting the integral role of playfulness in reshaping policies and fostering resilience within diverse teams.
Serbio Uzcategui: Finding Beauty Everywhere
Experience the beauty and creativity of flowers with Serbio as he shares how he uses them to spark change in his community and beyond, in this captivating episode recorded on-site at Piropo Flowers in New York City, on The PlayFull Podcast.
Kathleen Enright: Playbook for Building Trust in Philanthropy
Discover Kathleen Enright's exceptional journey of serving those who serve, as she shares insights on trust-based philanthropy and the role of play in making impactful change possible, in this enlightening episode of The PlayFull Podcast.
Jess Feingold, Sandhya Nakhasi, and Jennifer Njuguna: Taking Up The Call to Help Change the World
Join Kristine, Jess, Jen, and Sandhya as they explore the power of a Co-CEO model, the importance of play in leadership, and the role of nonprofit intermediaries in shaping a more equitable economy.
Sarah Haacke Byrd: What Makes Women Such Good Givers
Join Kristine and Sarah in an inspiring conversation delving into the power of play in philanthropy, the crucial role of women in addressing global challenges, and how Women Moving Millions fosters a joyful, inclusive space for impactful change.
Marla Bilonick: Building Community Wealth One Story & Storefront at a Time
Tune in as Kristine and Marla delve into the transformative power of play, the importance of building generational wealth, and supporting BIPOC small business owners in the community asset building journey.
Nick Tedesco: Fun & Games with Family Philanthropy
From dreaming to reality: Nick Tedesco's journey from nonprofit executive to orchestrating the game-changing Giving Pledge.
James Thornton: A Sustainable Journey: How a B-Corp Travel Company is Making the World Smaller & Greener
Join us as James Thornton, CEO of Intrepid Travel, embodies his leadership style of "casual intensity," sharing how the world's largest B-Corp travel company is revolutionizing sustainable travel, discussing their authentic local experiences and minimized climate impact, along with insights on maintaining B-Corp certification, all while enjoying some delicious Ben & Jerry's ice cream, because doing good never tasted so sweet.
Radhy Miranda: Brand Name Philanthropy
Radhy Miranda shares the joy of finding great partners and lifting them up in the global movement to close the racial wealth gap and fuel economic mobility at The Rockefeller Foundation, while exploring the intersection of climate and economic justice in philanthropy.
Stewart Sarkozy Banosy:Talking Dirty: A Clean Planet Starts with a Clean Ocean
Stewart Sarkozy Banosy, Acting Executive Director of the Ocean Sewage Alliance, as we delve into the multifaceted significance of the sea, encompassing livelihood, solace, and the urgent need for stewardship, all while exploring the intersection of play, resilience, and environmental activism on The PlayFull Podcast.
Trademarking Disruption to Save the Planet | Isaias Hernandez, Founder, Queer Brown Vegan
Join Isaias Hernandez, aka Queer Brown Vegan, as he shares his journey from childhood inspiration to Gen Y influencer, advocating for environmental activism with a focus on beauty, love, and storytelling, while emphasizing the crucial need to protect intellectual property and brands, offering prescriptions for saving Mother Earth on The PlayFull Podcast.
Gregg Bishop: Making Good on a $50M Racial Justice Pledge
In this week's episode, delve into the inspiring journey of Gregg Bishop, who, in response to September 11, made the pivotal decision to transition from the corporate world to the nonprofit sector, now serving as the Executive Director of the Brooklyn Social Justice Fund and philanthropic adviser to Joe and Clara Tsai, catalyzing significant social, racial, and economic justice initiatives in NYC, while sharing insights on his experiences working for the City of New York and his transformative encounters with meaningful questions.
Generation WHY: A Young Changemaker Taking the Lead | Addison Carey, Development Manager, San Diego Food System Alliance
Addison, a Southern California native, channels her lifelong passion for environmental activism into systemic change in climate and food systems, leveraging her sociology degree and diverse experience in grant writing, CRM management, and donor outreach at Solana Center for Environmental Innovation and MiraCosta College, now advocating for sustainability and equity within the food system as a member of the SDFSA family, while indulging in hobbies like knitting, baking, gardening, and spending time with her cats
Building Mission into Business Models | Daniel Buchbinder, CEO, Alterna Center for Social Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Daniel's chocolate-tasting board game reflects his passion for play, double bottom-line businesses, and risk-taking entrepreneurs, as we explore Alterna's support for social enterprises like Chocolate Sero, discussing cultural shifts towards embracing risk, diversifying founders, and the symbiotic growth of businesses and social missions, all while enjoying double-impact ice cream flavors from Ben & Jerry's in this sweet conversation about impact.
Equity at the Edges | Salin Geevarghese, Obama Alum and CEO, SGG Insight
Join us as Salin Geevarghese shares insights from the Oval Office to the family dinner table, navigating diverse spaces with humor and purpose.
Banking's Audacious Changemaker | Jenny Flores, Wells Fargo
Join us for a fascinating discussion with Jenny Flores, the Head of Small Business Growth Philanthropy for Wells Fargo, as she shares insights on redistributing $420 million to small business owners during the pandemic and her philosophy of dreaming big.
Getting Donor Dollars Moving | Jen Risher, Half my DAF
Jen Risher shares her journey of turning shame into service, tackling conversations around money, power, and privilege with candor and conviction, and sparking a movement to unlock millions of dollars from stagnant funds for nonprofit support.
When Caring is Currency | Lisha Bell, PayPal
From her time forming and performing with a USC dance troupe to the orange boots that she dons for big events, and how to gain a coveted ticket to her annual gumbo feast, Lisha’s take on play reveals it’s as much a counter-balance to weighty matters at work as it is her secret sauce to getting that very work done.
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