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Philanthropisms

Rhodri Davies
Philanthropy
Nonprofits
Artificial Intelligence
Social Justice
Participatory Grant-Making
Routledge Handbook Of Artificial Intelligence and Philanthropy
Climate Philanthropy
Narrative Power
Impact Investing
Foundation Spend-Down
Community Engagement
Youth Participation
Sdgs
Fundraising
Charitable Giving
Legacy
Individualism
Democracy
Crowdfunding
Inequality

Philanthropisms is the podcast that puts philanthropy in context. Through conversations with expert guests and deep dives into topics, host Rhodri Davies explores giving throughout history, the key trends shaping generosity around the world today and what the future might hold for philanthropy. Contact: rhodri@whyphilanthropymatters.com.

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On this episode we are joined by Dr Xanthe Scharff, Managing Director for External Affairs and Editor-at-Large at the Freedom Fund, to discuss their work combatting modern slavery and what it is like to receive not one but two major... more

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In the thirteenth edition of our podcast partnership with the European Research Network on Philanthropy (ERNOP), we talk to more academics whose work is featured in the latest batch of short, practitioner-focused ERNOP Research Note... more

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On this episode we are joined by Craig Newmark - founder of Craigslist, philanthropist and recent Giving Pledge signatory - to discuss his thoughts on the importance of philanthropy and how he approaches it. Including:

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In the third and final episode of our "Myths of Philanthropy" series, Rhodri and Chiara are joined by Zaineb Mohammed (Kataly Fund) and Devi Leiper O'Malley (Closer Than You Think) to discuss individualism and scarcity. Including:

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Zaineb Mohammed
Communications Director at the Kataly Foundation
Kataly Foundation
Episode: Myths of Philanthropy #3: Individualism and Scarcity, with Zaineb Mohammed & Devi Leiper O'Malley
Devi Leiper O'Malley
Co-founder of Closer Than You Think; former co-executive director of Freeda, the Young Feminist Fund
Closer Than You Think; Freeda, The Young Feminist Fund
Episode: Myths of Philanthropy #3: Individualism and Scarcity, with Zaineb Mohammed & Devi Leiper O'Malley
Elise Marcellin
Resources and Reparations co-lead at Whose Knowledge?
Whose Knowledge?
Episode: Myths of Philanthropy #2: Presumed Expertise, with élysse marcellin & Tesmerelna Atsbeha
Tesmerelna Atsbeha
Senior Programme Officer on the Women's Rights Team
Wellspring Philanthropic Fund
Episode: Myths of Philanthropy #2: Presumed Expertise, with élysse marcellin & Tesmerelna Atsbeha
Lisa Cowan
Director of the Haven Fund in New York City; former VP at Robert Sterling Clark Foundation; author and thinker on philanthropy
Haven Fund; Trust-Based Philanthropy Project
Episode: Myths of Philanthropy #1: Legacy, with Lisa Cowan and Dimple Abichandani
Dimple Abichandani
Philanthropy advisor with extensive nonprofit and philanthropy sector experience; author of New Era of Philanthropy
General Service Foundation; Rise Together Fund; UC Berkeley (past roles)
Episode: Myths of Philanthropy #1: Legacy, with Lisa Cowan and Dimple Abichandani
Chiara Cataneo
From Elemental, helped curate the series
Elemental
Episode: Myths of Philanthropy #1: Legacy, with Lisa Cowan and Dimple Abichandani
Mandy van Deven
Co-lead, Elemental; founder learning and grant making initiative
Elemental
Episode: Myths of Philanthropy: Introduction, with Mandy van Deven & Chiara Cattaneo
Chiara Cattaneo
Co-lead, Elemental; working to resource narrative power in philanthropy
Elemental
Episode: Myths of Philanthropy: Introduction, with Mandy van Deven & Chiara Cattaneo

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Rhodri Davies
Host of discussions exploring philanthropy, its history, and contemporary practices.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Long-winded

    This episode tackles an important topic in modern philanthropy — the rationale and strategy behind “spending down” foundations — but unfortunately loses much of its potential through weak editorial focus. The introduction is unnecessarily long and adds little value; it feels more like a warm-up than a framing of the discussion. Once the main conversation begins, the tone is thoughtful but also meandering, with frequent repetition of arguments and little synthesis or progression. Listeners who ex... more

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    HvSRSe
    Netherlands7 months ago
  • Great for serious philanthropy geeks

    I enjoy this long-form, highly informative show. Sophisticated, balanced analysis on important philanthropy topics and developments. From the UK, but relevant in various national contexts.

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    5
    RustyStahl
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and detailed discussions on philanthropy and related topics, highlighting the balance between academic insights and practical applications.
Feedback suggests some episodes could benefit from tighter editing, as a small number of listeners feel certain discussions can be long-winded and may lack direction.

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Sonal Sachdev Patel: Reflections of a Philanthropist in Residence
Q: What drew you to the role of Philanthropist in Residence at the LSE Marshall Institute, and what does the role involve?
The role grew out of a need to connect philanthropists with peers and to create a structured, thoughtful space for learning and debate; it centers on convenings, academic collaboration, and translating practice into an academic setting.
David Campbell & Lindsey McDougle: Can You Teach Philanthropy?
Q: How do you structure classroom decision-making to balance student input with funder constraints?
Decisions are made through a rotating group structure where students evaluate many applicants, form new groups over time to analyze finalists, and ultimately vote on funding, while funders often impose local-giving requirements and ensure the recipients are registered nonprofits.
David Campbell & Lindsey McDougle: Can You Teach Philanthropy?
Q: What is experiential philanthropy, and how does it differ from traditional teaching about philanthropy?
Experiential philanthropy is learning about giving by actually doing it, where students participate in real grant-making decisions rather than just reading about philanthropy or nonprofits.
Oli French & Sally Vivyan: Why and how do foundations spend down?
Q: Is the current interest in spend-out genuinely new or a continuation of a longstanding debate?
It's a mix: there are catalysts and contemporary pressures, such as climate urgency and inequality, but the core tension between perpetuity and spend-out has historical roots and ongoing relevance.
Oli French & Sally Vivyan: Why and how do foundations spend down?
Q: What exactly is spend-out, and how does it differ from traditional perpetuity?
Spend-out means giving away the entirety of the endowment and operating with a finite end date; it's a deliberate shift from the long-standing norm of perpetual existence, driven by practical, ethical, and strategic considerations.

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This podcast provides an insightful exploration of philanthropy through a variety of expert conversations and discussions on key trends and historical perspectives. Topics typically encompass participatory grant-making, the intersection of philanthropy and democracy, the evolution of fundraising practices, and the philosophical underpinnings of charitable giving. The focus on community engagement, social equity, and the critical analysis of philanthropy's role in contemporary society makes it particularly noteworthy for listeners interested in the impact of giving and its implications on social change. Moreover, the format encourages robust discussions that balance academic insight with practical application, appealing to enthusiasts and pr... more

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1. Zaineb Mohammed
2. Devi Leiper O'Malley
3. Elise Marcellin
4. Tesmerelna Atsbeha
5. Lisa Cowan
6. Dimple Abichandani
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