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

Alberto Lidji
Philanthropy
Education
Climate Change
Artificial Intelligence
Sustainable Development Goals
Social Impact
Transcendental Meditation
Sustainability
Social Entrepreneurship
India
Impact Investing
Community Engagement
Early Childhood Development
Poverty
Nonprofit Funding
Mental Health
Early Childhood Education
Sub-Saharan Africa
Homelessness
Non-Profit Sector

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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Every year, the International Rescue Committee publishes an Emergency Watchlist predicting the twenty countries most likely to face a major humanitarian crisis in the year ahead. For the past three years, the country at the top of that list, Sudan, h... more

Charles Li spent over a decade running one of the world's major stock exchanges and chairing JP Morgan China before turning his attention to an entirely different challenge: bringing institutional capital to small businesses — franchise owners, landl... more

Across Asia, philanthropy takes markedly different forms — from mass individual and faith-based giving to corporate mandates and state-led funds. Brian San, Secretary General of the Institute of Philanthropy in Hong Kong, sheds light on twelve playbo... more

Helen Clark served as Prime Minister of New Zealand for three consecutive terms and went on to become Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme for two terms, one of the most senior roles in the entire UN system.

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Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 130 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 Kingdom7 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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Listeners praise the breadth of perspectives across philanthropy and social good.
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Flora Alexander, Executive Director of the International Rescue Committee UK, on why some conflicts miss the headlines and how donors can be sure their money reaches those in need
Q: How can donors ensure their money reaches those in need without being diverted to unsuitable destinations?
Donors can rely on highly transparent funding models, strict reporting on every penny, and projects designed with clear financial tracking and intermediate results so funders can see exactly where funds go and what they achieve.
Flora Alexander, Executive Director of the International Rescue Committee UK, on why some conflicts miss the headlines and how donors can be sure their money reaches those in need
Q: Why do some conflicts miss headlines while others dominate coverage, and what factors influence media attention?
Media attention is influenced by a mix of geopolitical salience, journalist access, perceived proximity to audiences, and complex regional dynamics, which can lead to humanitarian crises like Sudan receiving less headline space despite large-scale needs.
Charles Li, Founder and Chairman of Micro Connect, on connecting big finance to the little guy — a special series marking the 10th anniversary of the PBC Forum
Q: What are the lessons from your time leading major financial institutions that inform Micro Connect's approach to funding small businesses?
Li emphasizes balancing Wall Street's profit motive with social impact, advocating for a bottom-up transparency and a top-down AI-enabled framework that aligns incentives so that small businesses can access financing while investors can still see value and manage risk.
Helen Clark, former Prime Minister of New Zealand, on philanthropy, coalitions and the power of sport: a special series marking the 10th anniversary of the PBC 2026 Forum
Q: How can there be more collaboration among philanthropy, civil society, private sector, and government?
Clark suggests aligning incentives, focusing on shared outcomes like SDGs, and leveraging the convening power of platforms like the PBC Forum to coordinate action across sectors.
Helen Clark, former Prime Minister of New Zealand, on philanthropy, coalitions and the power of sport: a special series marking the 10th anniversary of the PBC 2026 Forum
Q: What is the role of philanthropy in an era of shrinking development aid?
She discusses how philanthropy can supplement government and multilateral funding, scale innovative solutions, and foster cross-disciplinary collaboration (e.g., health, education, climate) through strategic partnerships.

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