Progressive Pockets: a podcast about the untapped power of our wallets to build the world we want
A podcast at the intersection of social impact and personal finance that covers questions of how we might spend, donate, and invest more in line with our values. Hosted by Genet "GG" Gimja Formerly known as the Spend Donate Invest Podcast
Episodes
This week let’s chat about Mariah Carey’s giving. This episode goes beyond this powerhouse’s incredible music to explore her decades of heartfelt philanthropy. From co-founding Camp Mariah with the Fresh Air Fund to granting wishes for critically ill children and raising millions through benefit performances, today’s episode highlights her commitment to empowering youth, supporting health causes, and providing hope to...
It seems like we’ll never know enough about the late musician Prince. If you’ve ever been curious about what he did with his money, tune in to this week’s episode.
Prince quietly gave millions through his Love 4 One Another foundation, supporting education, youth programs, disaster relief, the arts, and social justice, often keeping his role completely hidden. Through stories and examples, today’s episode reveals how h...
Tune in this week to find out where former President Bill Clinton donates his money. We’ll look at how his giving through the Clinton Foundation and other efforts has supported causes like global health, disaster relief, education, and women’s empowerment.
Links from today’s episode:
Clinton, Impresario of Philanthropy, Gets a Progress Update | New York Times 2006
It’s time for the celebrity giving series! Whether you love celebrity gossip or you want to be inspired to shake up your own giving, it can be so much fun to learn where celebrities donate their money.
This week let’s chat about Serena Williams! Her giving has evolved over time and gives a sneak peek into the causes she cares most about.
Links from today’s episode:
The philanthropic ventures of Serena Williams | Aug...
In this episode of Progressive Pockets, let's explore the topic of conscious travel, focusing on how to respect local cultures while prioritizing environmental sustainability.
Discover practical tips for engaging with communities, understanding local customs, and avoiding cultural faux pas.
We'll also discuss sustainable travel practices, such as supporting local economies, reducing waste, and choosing eco-fr...
Usually on this show we talk about the power of our wallets to build the world we want. This week, let’s talk about how we can extend our power just a little bit further, to our places of work.
There are lots of ways to serve as a financial ally to the planet and to our community. This week, we’ll talk about five ways that are probably easier than you might think.
- Practice salary transparency.
- Propose a green 401K op...
Today's episode is a short book summary, on a book called Why Women Have Better Sex Under Socialism: And Other Arguments for Economic Independence by Kristen Ghodsee. This book was written for young Americans who were pissed off and energized by the election of Trump.
The author, Dr. Kristen Ghodsee is a professor of Russian and Eastern European Studies at the University of Pennsylvania. She studies coun...
Have you ever felt a twinge of guilt or pride or suspicion when asked to donate a dollar at the checkout counter? You’re not alone.
In this candid conversation, we’ll dive into the real emotions, questions, and choices shoppers face when confronted with checkout charity requests. We’ll unpack the convenience and collective impact of small donations (did you know Americans gave over $749 million at checkout counters in...
This week let’s chat about Radfund, a group of friends in Brooklyn that decided to pool their money to donate together in 2015. Ten years later, the group is still going strong and they’ve learned a lot about the pros and cons of donating together. This week’s episode is about their lessons learned and what it has been like.
Links from today’s episode:
Rad Fund NYC
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There’s rich and then there’s ultra wealthy. Did you know that thousands of Americans have over $500 million in assets? Many of these Americans say they want to donate more of their money than they actually do, but they keep getting stuck.
Today’s episode outlines the reasons why.
Links from today’s episode:
Four Pathways to Greater Giving | The Bridgespan Group | November 2018
It’s tough to know how much to donate! In the past, religion made that decision easy, with lots of guidelines about various types of giving.
But in our modern lives, many of us are not particularly religious. So this week’s episode has five different ways you might make that decision for yourself.
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Episode#119 Investing According to Islamic Principles (recorded before the 2024 r...
This week let’s talk diamonds! Did you see the movie Blood Diamonds in 2006? The movie ended in a dramatic scene where world leaders gathered together to try to do better.
Did it work? What’s the latest with buying diamonds these days? Are there options that are better for the planet and our people?
Tune in this week to talk through the growing trend in buying lab-grown diamonds, certified diamonds, and recycled diamond...
This week let’s chat about how you might convince your job to start an employee donation matching program so that your charitable giving can go twice as far.
You’ll learn a simple three step plan to find a couple of allies, figure out who the decider is, and how to pitch your idea. Your colleagues will be thrilled that their donations will go farther, and your organization will be glad to have an employee perk that do...
Ever notice how almost everyone in America calls themselves “middle class”? But what does that really mean? Do you see yourself that way? Let’s talk about the technical definition and the messier, lived experience of being middle class today—and why getting clear on this matters if we want to build communities that truly understand and support one another.
Links from today’s episode:
Are you in the American middle ...
This week let’s chat about all of the reasons why some shoppers have decided to take a break from Amazon. Whether the environmental impact makes you uneasy, the treatment of their workers, or just the ease of impulse shopping- whatever rubs you the wrong way, you might be looking for ways to reduce your reliance on Amazon.
Today let’s talk about a baby step you may have never considered before- buying your books on Boo...
Think about a community issue that’s important to you. It could be a public health issue, it could be a matter of safety in your community, it could even be the overall happiness of your community. When it comes to donating towards those causes, there are three different ways you can tackle the same problem: research, services, or advocacy.
In today’s episode, let’s talk about what it means to tackle an issue from tho...
This week, I will share the simple process I used to move my investments to a more socially responsible index fund including the steps I followed and the mistakes that I made!
Links from today’s episode:
How to choose the best index fund | Forbes
https://www.forbes.com/advisor/investing/how-to-choose-the-best-index-fund/
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Episode 76 The Surprising Truth About What ESG Invest...
Today’s episode is the last installment of the first ever climate month here at Progressive Pockets. Did you enjoy the series?
So far we have discussed how to deal with climate anxiety, how to create an outdoor space that’s sustainable but cute, how to move your cash to a more climate friendly bank. Today let’s chat about how to make our retirement accounts a little more earth friendly.
Whether you are a new investor or...
Do you ever wonder what your bank is doing with your cash? They keep some of it in reserves, of course, in case you need to withdraw it. But they also make a lot of decisions- about who to lend it to, which companies and politicians to back, and where they will invest your cash to make their own profits.
That’s a lot of decisions! And it’s possible that your bank isn’t making decisions that line up with your ...
This is the second episode of the climate month series! Today’s topic is rethinking our outdoor spaces to be a little more sustainable while still being beautiful and functional for our lives.
Whether you have a balcony or a sprawling lawn, whether you have never thought about sustainability in your landscaping or you’ve already implemented a few ideas, you’ll probably find at least one suggestion in today’s ...
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