The Giving Show: Recent Episodes
Unity Online Radio
Giving is a spiritual practice. In this show, philanthropic leader Michael Chatman celebrates the joy of giving and highlights humanitarian heroes. Private and corporate donors share their personal stories about what it means to give of their time, talent, and treasure. You will be energized by the modern-day miracles of giving.
Michael talks with Val Porter Cook, a social entrepreneur, leadership coach, published writer, and change agent. Her company, Blaze: Leadership for Trailblazers, provides transformational leadership development for people who serve other people. She specifically works with leaders who are bringing about dramatic change in their community and in their world, preparing them for long-game careers and helping them cultivate the self-awareness needed to lead and inspire.
Joanne Goldblum is president & CEO of the National Diaper Bank Network. Her mission is to meet the basic needs of children and families living in the United States. This includes raising awareness and funds to create diaper banks so all babies remain clean, dry, and healthy. Michael Chatman talks with Joanne about her mission to serve families in need.
Alicia Kozak is an internationally acclaimed and highly sought-after motivational speaker, actress, and author who has inspired millions through her powerful on-screen and in-person appearances. Passionate and straight-from-the-heart, Alicia motivates her audiences to transcend life’s challenges, pursue their passions, and discover their purpose. Alicia’s extraordinary life story exemplifies the strength of the human spirit’s ability to overcome adversity and to deny defeat.
Elizabeth O’Keefe shares her journey from fear to freedom through her new book, Step Through the Door: Uncensored. She will discuss how she overcame depression to create a healthy and prosperous life.
Children’s book author Suzanne Kline discusses her latest book, Beep, Beep, Gizmo! It is making headway in elementary schools across America to remind kids to take a pause, breathe, and become more aware of themselves and the people around them when faced with a challenging experience.
Join Michael Chatman today as he talks with Marly Q. Casanova, a Hispanic inspirational speaker, non-profit coach and event creator who SPARKed a movement to inspire people to be kind worldwide. She’s a life long philanthropist and founder of PARK (Perform Acts of Random Kindness) Project and launched a 17 Days of Kindness Challenge on Valentine’s Day in honor of the 17 students and teachers who tragically lost their lives at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL. Marly Q. speaks about the power of kindness at schools and events year round and recently delivered a Tedx Talk on the topic “Kindness is Your Superpower”, which you can find on Youtube.
Carolyn Johnson, vice president of marketing for Goodwill Industries in Southwest Florida, discusses her work helping people with disabilities and veterans. In addition, she will discuss how their outreach to help military veterans get back on their feet is transforming lives from the inside out.
Dr. Salvatore Alimo is an associate producer at Grand Valley State University. He discusses his new documentary, What Is Philanthropy?
Todd DeKruyter, author of Navigating Life With More Than Enough, tells listeners success without contribution is success with significance.
Celebrity make-up artist and philanthropist, Rory Lee, talks about her nonprofit, Our Girls Enrichment Program. She explains how there is a difference between being pretty versus being beautiful.
Actress and singer Carolyn Daughtry shares her story about finding the courage to love herself and overcome disappointment.
Anna Henderson, executive director of Westside Infant-Family Network, explains how families can deal with early childhood trauma, solutions for treatment, and recovery.
Ian Adair, fund-raising expert, shares tips on how to win donor attention in a very competitive and communication-focused nonprofit environment. He shares his knowledge based on 20 years of fund-raising and nonprofit management.
Ross Rosenberg, author of The Human Magnet Syndrome: Why We Love People Who Hurt Us, discusses how to develop good relationships and break the cycle of codependency or lack of self-love.
Marnie Grundman is the author of Missing: A True Story of a Childhood Lost. She shares her personal story of survival and success. It is a story about suffering, rising up against all odds, and discovering an appreciation for life.
Mary Tomlinson, founder of On-Purpose Partners, shares how to discover your purpose. She helps people find joy and meaning in life.
Author and motivational speaker Monica Johnson shares her powerful personal story about overcoming adversity. Her eye-opening story will shock, challenge, and inspire you to not be defined by your setbacks.
Mary Freyre and Jessica MacDonald, leaders at Alvin A. Dubin Alzheimer's Resource Center in Fort Myers, Florida, provide hope to families coping with loved ones impacted by Alzheimer's disease.
Sean Milliken, head of social innovation at PayPal, shares pertinent information on how to raise more money through online donations.
Christine Kobie, domestic abuse specialist, talks about finding help for people affected by domestic abuse and sexual assault. She shares how to have conversations with people you suspect need help.
Susan Holman, president & CEO of Literacy Council Golf Coast in Bonita Springs, Florida, shares how her organization is making a difference through literacy. She strives to reach a person's entire life cycle to maximize the opportunity to help them to improve their language and educational goals.
Katherine Morris ( aka "The Gratitude Champion") shares how nonprofit organizations can boost donations by loving on their donors. The more nonprofit organizations express their gratitude, the more money they raise to support their charitable mission.
Barbara Wells, development director at Southwest Florida Symphony, shares her story of generosity as a grantmaker and fund-raising professional.
Jim Shapiro is a fund-raising expert. He is the cocreator of the donor-centered fund-raising rhythm known as Ask, Thank, Report, Repeat. He is also the cofounder of the Better Fund-Raising blog.
Natalie Parrague is a writer, missionary, and philanthropist. She shares her thoughts on generosity and inspiring people to become radical givers.
Mike Cowart, a leader in values-based planned giving, shares tips on how to engage donors in conversations about fund-raising and leaving a legacy through estate gifts.
Jacque Lawson, author of 112 Days: A Story of Holding on and Letting Go, shares a powerful account of losing her husband to cancer—and finding joy in the midst of loss and tragedy.
Pamela Hawley is the founder and CEO of Universal Giving, an award-winning nonprofit that helps people give and volunteer with vetted, quality opportunities all over the world. Hear her story about how she promotes generosity through helping nonprofits build resources and financial capacity.
Wendy Steele, founder of Impact 100, America's largest network of women philanthropists, shares her personal journey of generosity—and sheds light on a women-giving network that donates $5.4 million per year.
Wendy Steele, founder of Impact 100, America's largest network of women philanthropists, shares her personal journey of generosity—and sheds light on a women-giving network that donates $5.4 million per year.
Special guest Lumbie Mlambo, CEO of Equanimity magazine, seen on Bloomberg, Market Watch, and Forbes, reveals her love for living generously. She believes generosity is the path to prosperity and happiness.
Special guest Tammy Zonker shares her strategy for cultivating meaningful relationships with donors. She lays to bare a plan for fund-raising and generating dollars to fund your organization.
Special guest Brittany Miller, founder of the Be Women movement, shares her love for helping women through generous living. Her work with young women will inspire you!
Teana Woolcock is founder/president of Love Unlimited Foundation, a program aimed at encouraging kids in rural Jamaica to live satisfying and productive lives. Her message is to promote generosity and greater love through education.
Special guest Don Macke has been working with communities across North America for more than 40 years from Los Angeles to rural Iowa. He is a cofounder and codirector of the Center for Rural Entrepreneurship. Don and the team help communities find their pathways to prosperity. One area of work Don is engaged with is community development philanthropy.
The president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance shares how nonprofits and ministries can have more impact through collaboration.
Natalie Parrague, missionary and humanitarian, shares her personal story of generosity and giving back to create a more generous world.
Kimberly Archie is a consumer advocate who works tirelessly to be the voice for injured athletes. She founded the National Cheer Safety Foundation. She has been the driving advocacy force behind the historical brain damage case against the National Football League and Riddell. She is considered in the legal arena to be the nation’s top expert on cheerleading safety and athlete abuse.
This show shares the story of one woman's journey to finding happiness through generous living.