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Do One Better with Alberto Lidji in Philanthropy, Sustainability and Social Entrepreneurship

Alberto Lidji
Philanthropy
Education
Climate Change
Social Impact
Sustainable Development Goals
Transcendental Meditation
Sustainability
India
Artificial Intelligence
Social Entrepreneurship
Community Engagement
Early Childhood Development
Poverty
Nonprofit Funding
Mental Health
Impact Investing
Early Childhood Education
Homelessness
Educate Girls
Girls' Education

Listen to 350+ interviews on philanthropy, sustainability and social entrepreneurship. Guests include Paul Polman, David Lynch, Siya Kolisi, Cherie Blair, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Bob Moritz, David Miliband and Julia Gillard. Hosted by Alberto Lidji, Visiting Professor at Strathclyde Business School and ex-Global CEO of the Novak Djokovic Foundation. Visit Lidji.org for more information.

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Collaborative philanthropy is emerging as one of the most promising innovations in modern giving.

In this episode of the Do One Better Podcast, host Alberto Lidji is joined by three leading voices in collaborative philanthropy: Alison Powell, Partne... more

Heart and circulatory diseases remain among the world's leading causes of death, yet scientific progress is accelerating at an extraordinary pace. In this episode of the Do One Better Podcast, Alberto Lidji speaks with Charmaine Griffiths, Chief Exec... more

With an endowment exceeding $14 billion and annual grantmaking of roughly $600 to $700 million, the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation occupies a distinctive position in global philanthropy: large enough to shape conversations, yet intentionally fo... more

What does thoughtful philanthropy look like when the ambition is to deploy $6 billion over the next 35 years in support of girls’ education?

In this episode of the Do One Better Podcast, Alberto Lidji speaks with Dana Schmidt, Program Director at Ec... more

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Alison Powell
Partner at Bridgespan, leads Collaborative Philanthropy Practice
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Episode: Collaborative Philanthropy as an Asset Class: Unlocking Greater Impact Through Pooled Giving — Alison Powell, Kimberly Dasher Tripp & Neha Dalal
Kimberly Dasher Tripp
Founder of Strategy for Scale
Strategy for Scale
Episode: Collaborative Philanthropy as an Asset Class: Unlocking Greater Impact Through Pooled Giving — Alison Powell, Kimberly Dasher Tripp & Neha Dalal
Neha Dalal
Principal at Jasper Ridge Partners
Jasper Ridge Partners
Episode: Collaborative Philanthropy as an Asset Class: Unlocking Greater Impact Through Pooled Giving — Alison Powell, Kimberly Dasher Tripp & Neha Dalal
Amber Miller
President of the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation
William and Flora Hewlett Foundation
Episode: Amber Miller, President of the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation: The Promise and Peril of AI and Emerging Technologies in a More Uncertain World
Dana Schmidt
Program Director at Echidna Giving
Echidna Giving
Episode: Dana Schmidt of Echidna Giving: Deploying $6 Billion for Girls’ Education While Staying Close to Communities
Nicole Taylor
President and CEO of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation
Silicon Valley Community Foundation
Episode: Nicole Taylor, President and CEO of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation, on Giving Across Generations, Diverse Causes, Donor Advised Funds, and Lasting Impact
Michel Driessen
Author of Green Gold, Professor of the Practice of Finance, Director of the M&A Research Center at Bayes Business School
Bayes Business School
Episode: Green Gold: How Sustainability Creates Deal Value
Jennifer Davidson
Executive Director of the Institute for Inspiring Children's Futures, University of Strathclyde
Institute for Inspiring Children's Futures, University of Strathclyde
Episode: Child-Centered Justice: Rethinking Systems for Children’s Rights
Emily Teitsworth
Executive Director of The Honnold Foundation
The Honnold Foundation
Episode: Honnold Foundation's Executive Director, Emily Teitsworth, on Turning Small Grants into Scalable Climate Solutions

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Alberto Lidji
Host of Do One Better Podcast

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 129 ratings
  • Dynamic, Engaging, Uplifting

    Alberto is an excellent host with some truly outstanding guests at the cutting edge of research, entrepreneurship and social development. The conversations transform complex policy and research ideas into accessible and digestible takeaways. Perfect to take on a run or for the commute.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FMaunder
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Must Listen For Those Who Want to Inspire & Impact

    Refreshingly impactful and inspiring in equal measure. Alberto has powerful conversations with true thought leaders which are skilfully broken down into actionable insights. A must listen for those who want to be ahead of the thought leadership curve and make a difference.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NED25AJZ
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Incredible depth and range

    Fantastic to see how Alberto has led conversations on the most impactful parts of society across the world. Bringing out causes, solutions and insights from organizations driving change.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T. Varma
    Denmark2 years ago
  • Highlight of my week!

    What an inspiring, uplifting and educational Podcast! For those who are interested in philanthropic subjects from diverse business segments, this is the podcast for you.

    I look forward to my weekly dose. Great job!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeanette.B.B.
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Podcast.

    Really good podcast, impressive selection of guests. Super useful for those looking to get into the sustainability or international development space.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Louissch
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Nicole Taylor, President and CEO of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation, on Giving Across Generations, Diverse Causes, Donor Advised Funds, and Lasting Impact
Q: How do donors engage with you to choose where their money goes, and how do you bring in expertise when you don't know every issue intimately?
We have donor engagement and corporate engagement teams who match donor interests with organizations, supported by a policy and impact team. When we need outside expertise, we collaborate with local and national foundations and bring in subject-matter experts to inform decisions and ensure effective funding, including donor circles and salons for deeper exploration.
Nicole Taylor, President and CEO of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation, on Giving Across Generations, Diverse Causes, Donor Advised Funds, and Lasting Impact
Q: I'd love to start there. What's the foundation all about?
The foundation serves as a public charity focused on a specific geographic area, acting as a hub for donors to use donor advised funds and other vehicles to give—often with tax advantages—while maintaining control through the provider and enabling both local and global philanthropy.
Child-Centered Justice: Rethinking Systems for Children’s Rights
Q: How are governments and coalitions like the Justice Action Coalition contributing to these reforms, and what are the practical steps for scaling these ideas?
Governments and coalitions are identifying children's justice needs, creating integrated service pathways, and driving reforms that prioritize people-centered justice; scaling involves building donor support, gathering replicable evidence, and connecting local NGO expertise with national policy.
Child-Centered Justice: Rethinking Systems for Children’s Rights
Q: What is child-centered justice, and why is it important to rethink traditional systems from a rights-based, people-centered perspective?
Child-centered justice is an approach that treats children as rights-holders with agency, and it focuses on outcomes that reflect children's dignity, safety, and ability to participate in decisions affecting their lives, going beyond courts to reform all related services and supports.
Honnold Foundation's Executive Director, Emily Teitsworth, on Turning Small Grants into Scalable Climate Solutions
Q: What one takeaway would you want the audience to remember from today's episode?
The biggest takeaway is that putting power in the hands of people is the most potent climate and development intervention, as it enables broad, lasting impacts and movement-building that often follow from basic energy access.

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A thoughtful interview series focused on philanthropy, sustainability, and social entrepreneurship, featuring leaders from foundations, NGOs, education, and climate with a strong emphasis on practical impact. Episodes explore how donors, intermediaries, and social enterprises structure funding, collaborate across sectors, and translate complex policy and research into actionable outcomes for communities and the planet. A standout trait is the host's ability to draw cross‑sector insights from a diverse slate of guests, often highlighting scalable models, leadership development, and lasting impact in local to global contexts.

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