The Heart of Giving Podcast
The Heart of Giving Podcast is hosted by Bennett Weiner, President and CEO of BBB Wise Giving Alliance. The podcast celebrates the transformative effects that giving and service have on the human spirit and community.
As host, Bennett interviews a diverse range of guests including non-profit leaders, social entrepreneurs, business executives, celebrities, authors, and everyday heroes about their experiences with philanthropy and community service. The conversations spotlight inspirational stories of how giving back has impacted the lives of his guests and the people they serve.
Through storytelling and thoughtful discussion, The Heart of Giving Podcast explores the meaningful reasons, profound effects, and personal fulfillment that come from supporting worthy causes and helping others in need. The podcast aims to educate and encourage listeners to embrace the spirit of generosity.
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Episodes
Tuesday Jan 19, 2021
Tuesday Jan 19, 2021
Distinguished Professor in Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business and Author of Good Business: The Talk, Fight, Win Way to Change the World, Bill Novelli shares why he transitioned from a life of business to one of social impact. Tune in for his inspirational insights!
Tuesday Jan 12, 2021
Tuesday Jan 12, 2021
Pennsylvania First Lady Frances Donnelly Wolf returns for the second of a two-part dialogue. This episode explores her life of service as an artist, her interest in art serving society, her volunteer work, and her activism for incarcerated women. Tune-in for this must-hear conversation!
Tuesday Jan 05, 2021
Tuesday Jan 05, 2021
In the first of a two-part conversation, Frances Donnelly Wolf, First Lady of Pennsylvania, joins us for a discussion about her life of service, interest in philanthropy, and passion for education. Listen in to hear her engaging story!
Tuesday Dec 29, 2020
Tuesday Dec 29, 2020
Kevin Washington, President and CEO of YMCA of the USA, joins us for a captivating dialogue about his journey with the Y from childhood into his career. In this must-hear episode, he shares how his experiences have stayed with him and impacted how he sees the abilities organizations have to transform communities and young individuals. Tune in for more!
Tuesday Dec 22, 2020
Tuesday Dec 22, 2020
As the inspiration behind the BBB Give.org Donor Trust Report, Elvia Castro, Manager, Regional Charity Reporting at BBB Wise Giving Alliance, offers must-hear insights on how the powerful information this report provides benefits the public and charities at large. Tune in to learn more about the value of understanding donor attitudes as it relates to trust, and how it strengthens the bond between charities and donors.
Tuesday Dec 15, 2020
Tuesday Dec 15, 2020
Elizabeth Mong AKA The CryptoWoman, Board Member, BBB Wise Giving Alliance, and Ezra Vazquez - D'Amico, Manager, GiveSafely.io at BBB Wise Giving Alliance joins us for an insightful conversation on blockchain technology and the GiveSafely.io platform. Listen in to find out how this platform allows charities and donors to connect in impactful and safe ways.
Tuesday Dec 08, 2020
Tuesday Dec 08, 2020
Bennett Weiner, BBB Wise Giving Alliance's Chief Operating Officer continues his conversation with us about charity accountability. Tune in to find out why only looking at charity finances doesn't provide you a complete picture of their activities and trustworthiness.
Tuesday Dec 01, 2020
Tuesday Dec 01, 2020
Bennett Weiner, Chief Operating Officer of BBB Wise Giving Alliance, has spent much of his career helping donors make informed giving decisions. Listen in to the first of a two-part conversation where he shares knowledge and insight on how people can make impactful gifts!
Tuesday Nov 24, 2020
Tuesday Nov 24, 2020
The conversation continues as Judy Belk joins us for a second-round discussion. Tune in to find out why she thinks there's still work to be done in the field of philanthropy, and why she believes it's important to look at the work that is being done in a way that reflects the changing demographics of this country.
Tuesday Nov 17, 2020
Tuesday Nov 17, 2020
Judy Belk, President and CEO of the California Wellness Foundation, joins us for the first of a two-part discussion about how acts of giving and service have the power to positively impact the lives of people around the world. You won't want to miss her insights into philanthropy, as well as what it means to be a philanthropist. Listen in for more!