The Economy of Good: Recent Episodes

Charitable Ventures

The Economy of Good Podcast, powered by Charitable Ventures, is all about the nonprofit leaders behind the mission, and explores the issues they face and how to navigate these sometimes-murky waters. From social justice, to social entrepreneurism, to reentry programs, we talk about it all! We sit down with the change makers who share a burning passion for social change and for redefining the economy of good, by tackling the most controversial and painful issues facing our communities. Join Charitable Ventures’ CEO, Anne Olin, as she meets the drivers behind the mission as they share real stories and path to impact. Together, we will learn best practices, the journey to community healing, and innovative ideas from extraordinary people who have made it their business to get into good trouble.

View Details

On episode 106 of "The Economy of Good," CEO of Charitable Ventures, Anne Olin welcomes Kim Goll, President and CEO of First 5 Orange County to share her journey as a leader and advocate for early childhood development, discussing the challenges she faced during a transformative period. Kim delves into the evolution of the partnership between Charitable Ventures and First 5 and reflects on her experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic highlighting the importance of nimbleness and adaptability as she navigated disrupted funding and changed dynamics in the sector. Explore the ways technology has influenced her work and how she discovered the power of resilience and innovation in empowering and advocating for young lives. 

Learn more about Charitable Ventures: charitableventuresoc.org/

View Details

Get ready for a lively episode where we're diving deep into the world of community foundations with President & CEO of the Orange County Community Foundation, Shelley Hoss. From donor-advised giving to navigating the power dynamics of philanthropy, Shelley sits down with Charitable Ventures CEO Anne Olin to discuss how to partner with community foundations, what it means to be a steward of donors, and the many ways to build bridges in support of vital community efforts. 

Learn more about Charitable Ventures: charitableventuresoc.org/

View Details

In the fourth episode of The Economy of Good, we sit down with Peg Corley, Executive Director for the LGBTQ Center Orange County, to learn about leadership that brings change, the importance of allyship, how to use pronouns, and what the current landscape looks like for the most marginalized LGBTQ individuals in our community. Peg shares her experience creating a safe space for families, youth, and the elderly and how the Center works to promote health equity in Orange County. We also discuss the power of intersectionality and how we can all work together to create a better, more inclusive future for LGBTQ individuals. Join us for an inspiring conversation about how we can work together to create a more inclusive future for everyone. 

Learn more about Charitable Ventures: charitableventuresoc.org/

View Details

From a grassroots organization that started 1995 in response to gang violence by The Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange to a five-million-dollar nonprofit that is providing young adults with mentorship, life skills and job skills training that meets the needs of employers.

We sit down with CEO of Taller San Jose Hope Builders, Shawna Smith to learn about the evolution of her ‘Heart Work’ into a nationally recognized business model and how she has managed to balance leadership and precious time with kids between zoom meetings and surviving post-COVID.

View Details

We sit down with Executive Director and Co-founder of Project Kinship, Steve Kim, to hear more about his journey into the business of change and how a dream 20 years in the making has brought hope, healing, and transformation for many impacted by incarceration, gangs, and violence. 

View Details

We are excited to announce the release of our new podcast: The Economy of Good. This podcast is about the nonprofit leaders behind the mission, the issues these leaders face, and how they navigate it all. Join Charitable Ventures’ CEO, Anne Olin, each episode, as she sits down with the changemakers who share a passion for social change and for redefining the economy of good. Together, we’ll talk all things nonprofit, and we’ll uncover innovative ideas from extraordinary people who have made it their business to get into good trouble.  

In this first episode, we are joined by Sarah Middleton of Mission Up, a Social Entrepreneur dedicated to promoting nonprofit missions. Learn more about the world of social change and her path to impact.