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People Inspired By Purpose - Purposely Podcast

Mark Longbottom
Philanthropy
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New Zealand
Leadership
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Non-Profit Sector
Social Justice
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Speaking with people of purpose, those making the world a better place People Inspired By Purpose - Purposely Podcast amplifies the stories of inspirational people from across the Globe, philanthropy leaders, founders and CEO's of nonprofits, charities, for purpose business leaders as well social entrepreneurs. They are often inspired by their own experiences. Join the Purposely team www.purposely... more

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Latest Episodes

Welcoming Gary Stannett MBE to Purposely Podcast, Chief Executive of the Rio Ferdinand Foundation, the UK charity that uses sport and the creative arts to open up opportunities for young people in communities that have historically been overlooked an... more

Welcoming Steven Moe to Purposely Podcast — partner at Parry Field Lawyers, founder of the Seeds Podcast, author, event organiser, governance leader, and one of the more consistently active people in New Zealand's for-purpose sector.

Steven's career... more

Welcoming Duncan Matthews, founder of Good Numbers, to Purposely Podcast - a purpose-driven fintech built to solve a problem Duncan couldn't stop thinking about after 15 years working in and around small charities in Aotearoa: why is it so hard for v... more

In this SHORT episode of Purposely, we’re back with fundraising strategist Craig Pollard – on mission creep, funding models, and why confidence might be the most underrated tool in the sector.

Craig opens with a candid look at mission creep – that d... more

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Recent Guests

Steven Moe
Partner at Parry Field Law, specializing in the for-purpose sector
Parry Field Law
Episode: #291 'Seeds of Change, Serving the For-Purpose Sector', Steven Moe, Partner Parry Field Lawyers & Host of Seeds Podcast
Duncan Matthews
Founder of Good Numbers
Good Numbers
Episode: #290 'Starting a For Purpose Fintech', Duncan Matthews, Founder, Good Numbers
Craig Pollard
CEO of Fundraising Radicals
Fundraising Radicals
Episode: SHORT 'Chasing Sustainability' Craig Pollard CEO Fundraising Radicals
Simon Bowden
Head of Philanthropic Services, Forsyth Barr
Forsyth Barr
Episode: #289 'Unlocking New Zealand's Giving Potential', Simon Bowden, Head of Philanthropic Services, Forsyth Barr
Jessica Zarzycki
Portfolio Manager at Nuveen, leads global sustainable bond strategy
Nuveen
Episode: #288 ‘Scaling Purpose Through Fixed Income' Jessica Zarzycki PM at Nuveen
Mark Leckie
Chief executive, Tottenham Hotspur Foundation
Tottenham Hotspur Foundation
Episode: #287 ‘Harnessing Football for Community Impact’ Marc Leckie CEO at Tottenham Hotspur Foundation
Rebecca Roberts
Head of the Simplicity Foundation
Simplicity Foundation
Episode: #286 'Leading A Corporate Foundation With A Difference', Rebecca Roberts Head of Simplicity Foundation
Rose Challies
Founder and Director of Terra Nova Foundation
Terra Nova Foundation
Episode: #285 UK to Aotearoa: Leading Policy and Philanthropy for Positive Impact with Rose Challies Founder Terra Nova Foundation
Kiran Patel
Entrepreneur and Filmmaker passionate about community building.
Episode: #283 'Community and Storytelling Driving Mission', Kiran Patel, Entrepreneur and Filmmaker

Host

Mark Longbottom
Host of Purposely Podcast; head of community and engagement at Trust Investment New Zealand

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Inspiring

    Great interviews with people helping make our world better for all. In big ways, in small ways, locally and nationally, something to learn and take with you in every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lord Ruphus
    United States7 months ago
  • Purposely Inspires!

    I stumbled across Purposely a few months ago and found myself binge-listening to this wealth of inspiration. I really appreciate the emotion and energy of each person’s path of discovery. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Susans MacBook Air - MAIN
    New Zealand3 years ago
  • A fantastic and consistent source of inspiration

    Mark has been at it, on the streets and in the airwaves so consistently. I love that the guests come from all over, international and still relevant for me in Aotearoa New Zealand.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Rudorudorudo
    New Zealand3 years ago
  • Incredibly Enlightening

    Mark has a great interviewing style, which allows his guests to speak from their heart about their passions. I particularly enjoyed the two-part episode with Tim Jones on my morning run.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dan GTM
    Australia4 years ago
  • Fairshot Cafe

    A great episode! I felt like I was listening to my own story - but Bianca has made her training cafe dream a reality whilst I’m still plodding! Thanks for reigniting my motivation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lady Sarah of Rosedale
    New Zealand5 years ago

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Diverse guests with practical, heart-led storytelling.
Thoughtful interviews with inspiring people making systemic change.
High-quality conversations that blend personal journeys with actionable insights.

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#290 'Starting a For Purpose Fintech', Duncan Matthews, Founder, Good Numbers
Q: What is the current state of paying customers and pilots?
At the moment the product is in pilot with an MVP; four pilot customers are engaged and will start paying after year-end, indicating early validation and a lean go-to-market approach.
#290 'Starting a For Purpose Fintech', Duncan Matthews, Founder, Good Numbers
Q: When did you decide to build Good Numbers, and how did you finance it initially?
The initial exploration started in 2024 with self-funded development and spare time; the founder has invested around 70,000 NZD personally and plans to invest more, with a long-term goal of bootstrap growth and eventual aligned-capital or angel-style funding rather than immediate venture capital.
#290 'Starting a For Purpose Fintech', Duncan Matthews, Founder, Good Numbers
Q: Tell us about the mission and purpose of that business.
Good Numbers is a tool designed to simplify financial management and reporting for smaller nonprofits, helping them track bank activity, report to funders, and streamline year-end processes so they can focus more on delivering social impact.
#289 'Unlocking New Zealand's Giving Potential', Simon Bowden, Head of Philanthropic Services, Forsyth Barr
Q: How does the Arts Foundation relate to broader philanthropy in NZ today?
The Arts Foundation pioneered funding models like Boosted and growth in donor engagement, showing how arts philanthropy can catalyze broader giving and partnerships across sectors while adapting to changing funding landscapes.
#288 ‘Scaling Purpose Through Fixed Income' Jessica Zarzycki PM at Nuveen
Q: What is the mission and purpose of the fund and Jessica's work at Nuveen?
Jessica emphasizes delivering financial returns for clients while driving social and environmental impact through fixed income, with a focus on ESG and blended finance approaches that scale capital for energy transition, biodiversity, and community development.

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What is People Inspired By Purpose about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on purpose-driven leadership and social impact, featuring leaders from philanthropy, nonprofit, social enterprise, and impact investing. Episodes explore how funding, governance, and partnerships can scale meaningful change, from environmental philanthropy to community well-being and responsible investment. The conversations highlight practical strategies for building equitable collaborations, catalyzing capital toward societal goals, and leading organizations with empathy and clarity. A notable pattern is sponsor integration around impact platforms, and a consistent emphasis on people, governance, and long-horizon change rather than quick wins. The format often blends personal journeys with actionable insights for practit... more

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