Using the Whole Whale - A Nonprofit Podcast
Nonprofit News, Tech & Marketing Stories
Episodes
Host Nick Azulay, Senior Digital Strategy Manager at Whole Whale, is joined by special guest Kathleen Daniels, Senior Project Manager at Whole Whale for this special edition of the podcast to discuss project management and tips for nonprofits.
Key Topics We Will Cover Include:
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Defining Project Management
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Role of a Project Manager
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Technical Tools and Communication
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AI in Project Management
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Supporting Team Membe...
In a controversial decision, the Supreme Court ruled in a 6-3 vote that the city of Grants Pass, Oregon, did not violate the Eighth Amendment by criminalizing homelessness. This ruling has far-reaching implications, allowing cities to enforce ordinances that penalize behaviors associated with being unhoused, such as sleeping or camping on public property. Justice Sotomayor, in her diss...
This week's episode is a special solo edition hosted by Nick Azulay. George, CEO and founder of Whole Whale, is on paternity leave after welcoming a new baby. Congratulations to George and his family!
Key Topics Covered:-
Increase in Nonprofit Trust:
- Independent Sector Report: After four y...
Hosted by George Weiner and Nick Azulay of Whole Whale
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Adobe's AI Controversy:
- Adobe faces backlash over changes to its terms of service, sparking fears that user data might be used to train its generative AI models without consent.
- Adobe clarified it does not train its AI models on customer content and committed to u...
This week on the Nonprofit Newsfeed, George Weiner, Chief Whaler of Whole Whale, and Nick Azulay, Senior Manager of Digital Strategy at Whole Whale, delve into the complex and evolving landscape of nonprofit status. They question whether certain large organizations still meet the true spirit of what it means to be a nonprofit...
Hosts: George Weiner (Chief Whaler, Whole Whale), Nick Azualy (Senior Manager Strategy, Whole Whale)
This week's episode of the Nonprofit Newsfeed dives deep into the growing influence of AI in the nonprofit sector. George Weiner and Nick discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities, highlighting key stories and developments.
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AI in Nonprofits:
- Featured Article: Chronicle of Philanthropy’s...
Point-of-sale donations, especially "round-up" campaigns, have seen a significant surge in recent years, raising millions of dollars for various charitable causes. In 2022, these campaigns brought in $749 million, a 24% increase from 2020. A recent survey conducted by Binghamton University faculty revealed that 53% of Americans give impulsively to charities at the checkout, with certain dem...
This episode is also available as video on our channel youtube.com/wholewhale
In this episode of the Whole Whale Podcast, host George Weiner sits down with Seth Godin, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and founder of GoodBids.org, to discuss how nonprofits can innovate their fundraising strategies and engage donors more effectively.
Seth introduces the concept of positive auctions, a new approach to fundraising where every bid i...
📌 This week on the Nonprofit News Feed: Join George Weiner, Chief Whaler at Whole Whale, and Nick Azulay, Digital Strategist, as they dive into the latest developments affecting the nonprofit sector.
🔹 Special Guest: Get insights from Seth Godin on raising over $70,000 through positive auctions with GoodBids.org. 🔹 AI Advancements: Discover the implications of OpenAI's GPT-4.0 and Google's new AI-driven search overviews for nonp...
In this episode of the Nonprofit News Feed, George Weiner, Chief Whaler of Whole Whale, and Nick Azoulay, Digital Strategist at Whole Whale, delve into the recent Google core update and its implications for nonprofits. They also cover other significant news, including personnel changes at the Gates Foundation and new grant opportunities from Amazon Web Services.
...**Embracing the Seasons of Change: A Fresh Perspective on Nonprofit Growth with Michael Randel**
In an enlightening episode of our nonprofit-focused podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Michael Randel, the visionary founder and director of Randel Consulting Associates. Michael, a distinguished member of the nonprofit ISD network, shared his innovative framework known as the "Seasons of Change," offering a fresh lens throug...
🌟 Episode Highlight: Adapting to Google's Algorithm Updates and the Power of AI in Nonprofit Marketing
In the most recent episode of Whole Whale's nonprofit news feed, George Weiner, Chief Whaler, alongside digital strategist Nick Pazerle, embarked on a comprehensive discussion beginning with the pressing challenges presented by Google's recent core updates. These updates, particularly those in October 2023 and March 2024, have si...
**Whole Whale Podcast Episode: Innovations, Advocacy, and the Future of Nonprofit Strategy**
In this enlightening episode of the Whole Whale Podcast, George Weiner, alongside digital strategist Nick Azoulay, unravels a series of compelling updates and discussions that span the gamut of nonprofit innovation, legal advocacy, and strategic insights aimed at navigating the dynamic landscape of the nonprofit sector.
📍 📍 So I want to play something for you, but first want to call out that in 1905, John Philip Sousa predicted that recordings like the 📍 phonograph would lead to like the demise, the ruining. Of music. So I'm going to play this real quick.
📍 📍 📍 📍 I've been writing till my thoughts expired Found soul in the tunes I've spun Lost it to the code and data
There's no telling where my songs have been Been wondering ...
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Legislation Impacting Nonprofits: A Mixed Bag of Pros and Cons
This week's focus begins with a dive into the Kids Online Safety Act (COSA), legislation aimed at enhancing online protections for minors. Despite its bipartisan support and backing by over 200 organizations, COSA has sparked controversy among nonprofits, with debates centering around free speech concerns and the subjective nature of "harmful con...
The Giving Block makes accepting Bitcoin donations easy with the #1 crypto solution for nonprofits, charities, universities, and faith-based organizations. We make fundraising cryptocurrency easy for nonprofits. Discover why cryptocurrency is the fastest-growing donation method for Millennial and Gen-Z donors.
This podcast discusses the current state and future potential of cryptocurrenc...
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**This Week's Highlights: Tax Deductions and Corporate Philanthropy Shifts**
Welcome back to the Nonprofit News Feed with your hosts, George Weiner, Chief Whaler of Whole Whale, and Digital Strategist Nick Azulay. This week, we dive into the misconceptions surrounding charitable donations and tax deductions, and explore the evolving landscape of corporate philanthropy.
**Myth-Busting Tax Deductions in Charita...
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Headline: AI's Impact on Nonprofit Sector: Language Translation, Education, and Philanthropy Trends
This week on Nonprofit News Feed, George Weiner and Nick Azoulay of Whole Whale discuss the potential implications of AI-powered language translation for the nonprofit sector, survey data on AI adoption in nonprofits, and optimistic predictions for philanthropic giving in the coming years.
The conversation kicks...
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### Nonprofit News Roundup: Mackenzie Scott's Millions, Catholic Charities Under Fire, and the Battle for DEI
🎙️ **Mackenzie Scott's Philanthropic Impact and the Nonprofit Lottery** In this episode of the nonprofit newsfeed, your hosts George and Nick from Whole Whale dive into Mackenzie Scott's latest philanthropic move, where she donated a staggering $640 mil...
Nonprofits like the Good Food Institute are stepping into the fray, advocating against bans on cell-cultured meats and pushing for progress in alternative proteins, arguing that stifling this nascent industry could hinder innovation and fails to advance health or safety. These organizations emphasize the potential environmental benefits of lab-grown meats, considering the s...
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