BBB Wise Giving Alliance

The Heart of Giving Podcast

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The Heart of Giving Podcast is hosted by Bennett Weiner, President and CEO of BBB Wise Giving Alliance. The podcast celebrates the transformative effects that giving and service have on the human spirit and community. As host, Bennett interviews a diverse range of guests including non-profit leaders, social entrepreneurs, business executives, celebrities, authors, and everyday heroes about their experiences with philanthropy and community service. The conversations spotlight inspirational stories of how giving back has impacted the lives of his guests and the people they serve. Through storyte...

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BBB Wise Giving Alliance

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Latest episode

Nov 5, 2025

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Episodes

Give.org’s New Digital Tool Answers Your Questions About Giving 30.04.2024

In this week's episode, our very own Ezra Vázquez-D'Amico and Jeremy Kirshbaum, CEO of Handshake, join us for an in-depth conversation about our groundbreaking new project - an AI-powered tool that's set to alter the way donors make informed giving decisions.  Don't forget to follow or subscribe to The Heart of Giving Podcast and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram @bbbwisegive and X...

Uniting Generations for Community Impact - with Trent Stamp, Eisner foundation CEO 23.04.2024

This week, our guest is Trent Stamp, the CEO of Eisner Foundation. We discuss Trent's remarkable journey and the innovative work the Eisner Foundation is doing to invest in intergenerational programs.  Don't forget to follow or subscribe to The Heart of Giving Podcast and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram @bbbwisegive and X @wisegiving. 

How Former Mrs. DC America, Elaine Espinola Keltz, Gives Back Through Her Celebrity 16.04.2024

In this week's episode, our guest is Elaine Espinola Keltz, former Mrs. DC America and a fixture in the DC media scene. We learn about her life and passion for giving back to the community.  Don't forget to follow or subscribe to The Heart of Giving Podcast and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram @bbbwisegive and X @wisegiving. 

Rita Soronen Leading the Dave Thomas Foundation in Championing Foster Care Adoption 10.04.2024

In this week's episode, our guest is Rita Soronen, President and CEO of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, who shares her passion for advocating for abused and neglected children and finding them permanent homes. Don't forget to follow or subscribe to The Heart of Giving Podcast and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram @bbbwisegive and X @wisegiving. 

Considerations for Deploying AI at Your Organization 02.04.2024

In this episode, our host and CEO of BBB Wise Giving Alliance, Art Taylor, is interviewed by Tina Beaty at the Society for Human Resources Management's AI+HI Conference. The conversation covers Art's thoughts about key considerations for organizations contemplating the launch of AI projects.  Don't forget to follow or subscribe to The Heart of Giving Podcast and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow u...

The End of DEI? Time to Pump the Breaks 26.03.2024

In this week's episode, our guest is Erwin de Leon, Columbia University School of Professional Studies’ inaugural Chief Diversity Officer who leads the school's Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Initiative.  Don't forget to follow or subscribe to the Heart of Giving podcast and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram @bbbwisegive and X @wisegiving. 

Advice For People Seeking To Contribute Time and Talent To Nonprofits 19.03.2024

We turn the tables. Michele Evans leads a panel that interviews Art Taylor. She is the Founder/CEO of NxtWaves, a selective, premier membership network aimed at redefining post-corporate life for leaders, promoting long-term career vibrancy and satisfaction. With over 25 years of experience in executive HR, including roles at Microsoft and Meta, Michele Evans blends HR leadership with executive co...

Philanthropy and Politics: Eric Kessler, Founder of Arabella Advisors 12.03.2024

Our guest is Eric Kessler, founder of Arabella Advisors. He has been at the forefront of innovation and impact in the philanthropic sector during one of its greatest historical expansions. Eric led innovations in the fields of non-profit management enabling tens of billions of dollars to be put towards high-impact strategies. Don't forget to follow or subscribe to the Heart of Giving podcast and l...

A conversation with Kat Rosqueta, University of Penn's Director of the Center for High Impact Philanthropy 05.03.2024

In this episode, our guest is Katherina ‘Kat’ M. Rosqueta, the founding executive director of the Center for High Impact Philanthropy, faculty co-director of High Impact Philanthropy Academy, and adjunct faculty in the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy & Practice (SP2). Don't forget to follow or subscribe to the Heart of Giving podcast and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow u...

Maximizing Your Mission: LinkedIn Strategies for Nonprofits. 27.02.2024

In this week's episode, our guest is Joey Zumaya. Joey leads social impact teams and initiatives that include nonprofit engagement, community development, and diversity inclusion and belonging on LinkedIn. Listen now to learn more! Don't forget to follow or subscribe to the Heart of Giving podcast and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram @bbbwisegive and X @wisegiving. 

The Aftershocks of Inequality: Black Maternal Health Crisis 20.02.2024

This week, our guest is Omari Maynard, an artist, activist, educator, and the founder of ARIAH Foundation. The foundation seeks to support individuals, families and communities who experience the devastating Aftershock associated with maternal/infant morbidity and mortality. Listen now to learn more.  Here is a transcript of the episode Don't forget to follow or subscribe to the Heart of Giving po...

A Look into the Future of Generative AI by Toshi Hoo, Leader of IFTF’s Emerging Media Lab - Part Two 13.02.2024

This is part two of our conversation with Toshi Hoo who leads IFTF’s Emerging Media Lab, where he explores the implications of rapidly evolving technologies that are transforming the ways humans communicate, collaborate and connect. Listen now to learn more about his work! Don't forget to follow or subscribe to the Heart of Giving podcast and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram @bbbw...

Notes from the Microsoft Global Nonprofit Leaders Summit 06.02.2024

This week, our host Art Taylor attended the Microsoft Global Nonprofit Philanthropy Summit. The Summit focused on responsible AI development, organizational readiness, use cases and strategies for non-profits, and much more. Listen now to learn about Art's experience and notes from the Summit.  Don't forget to follow or subscribe to the Heart of Giving podcast and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow...

A Look into the Future of Generative AI by Toshi Hoo, Leader of IFTF’s Emerging Media Lab 30.01.2024

In this week's episode, our guest is Toshi Hoo. Toshi leads IFTF’s Emerging Media Lab (EML), where he explores the implications of rapidly evolving technologies that are transforming the ways humans communicate, collaborate and connect. Listen now to learn more about his work! Don't forget to follow or subscribe to the Heart of Giving podcast and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram @...

Charlie Bresler: Maximizing Giving with Effective Hedonism 23.01.2024

In this week's episode, our guest is Charlie Bresler, the Co-Founder of The Life You Can Save, a non-profit dedicated to reducing extreme poverty and its devastating effects on over 700 million people globally. Listen now to learn more about his journey! Don't forget to follow or subscribe to the Heart of Giving podcast and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram @bbbwisegive and X @wise...

Scaling Altruism - With Author Donald Summers 17.01.2024

In this week's episode, our guest is Donald Summers, Founder & CEO, Altruist Partners. Donald is the exceptional mind behind some of the world's most successful social impact efforts. Listen now to learn more!  Don't forget to follow or subscribe to the Heart of Giving podcast and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram @bbbwisegive and X @wisegiving. 

Summary of 2023 Part Two 09.01.2024

This week's episode is part two of our series looking back at the highlights of 2023 on The Heart of Giving Podcast with our host Art Taylor.  Don't forget to follow or subscribe to the Heart of Giving podcast and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram @bbbwisegive and X @wisegiving. 

Summary of 2023 Part One 02.01.2024

This week's episode is part one of our series looking back at the highlights of 2023 on The Heart of Giving Podcast with our host Art Taylor.  Don't forget to follow or subscribe to the Heart of Giving podcast and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram @bbbwisegive and X @wisegiving. 

Twas The Day After Christmas – Our Foster Home Kids 26.12.2023

This week our guest is, Jennifer Rodriguez, Youth Law Center Executive Director. YLC is a national public interest law firm that has worked for 4 decades to transform foster care and juvenile justice systems so every child and youth can thrive. Don't forget to follow or subscribe to the Heart of Giving podcast and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram @bbbwisegive and X @wisegiving. 

Dr. Karen Knudsen and the American Cancer Society Want to End Cancer as We Know It. Hear About Their Progress 19.12.2023

This week our guest is Karen E. Knudsen, MBA PhD. She is the CEO of both the American Cancer Society and the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network. As an internationally recognized oncology leader, healthcare executive, and advocate, Dr. Knudsen guides both organizations toward the goal of improving the lives of cancer patients and their families. Don't forget to follow or subscribe to the...

Building A More Humane World For Animals 12.12.2023

In this week's episode, our guest is Kitty Block, President and CEO of The Humane Society of the United States, CEO of Humane Society International and Humane Society Legislative Fund. Block drives the advancement of the organizations' shared mission: ending the cruelest practices toward animals, rescuing and caring for animals in crisis, and expanding the influence and impact of the animal protec...

The Misty Copeland Foundation and its Be Bold Initiative to Train and Inspire Underrepresented Youth in Dance 05.12.2023

This week, our guests are Misty Copeland, the first African American female principal dancer at American Ballet Theatre and Caryn Campbell, Executive Director of the Misty Copeland Foundation, an organization that aims to bring greater DEI to dance, especially ballet. Listen now to learn more about their inspiring work!

GivingTuesday - The Global Generosity Movement 28.11.2023

This week, to help you make the most of GivingTuesday, our guest is the CEO of GivingTuesday, Asha Curran. We discuss the great work being done through this global generosity movement, the future of GivingTuesday, and much more. Don't forget to follow or subscribe and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram @bbbwisegive and X @wisegiving.

Foundation Ukraine: When The Cameras Are Off, The Work Continues 21.11.2023

This week, our guests are Anastasiia Tur, Chief Development Officer, and Igor Lisin, Vice-President, at Foundation Ukraine - one of the biggest organizations supporting migrants in Poland. Learn more about their work here: fundacjaukraina.eu/en/ Don't forget to follow or subscribe and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram @bbbwisegive and X @wisegiving. 

Phil Buchanan Aims to Maximize the Impact of Foundation Giving. Find Out How. 14.11.2023

In this week's episode, our guest is Phil Buchanan, President of The Center for Effective Philanthropy. Phil is a passionate advocate for the importance of philanthropy and the nonprofit sector. Listen now to learn more about his work.  Don't forget to follow or subscribe and leave a comment on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram @bbbwisegive and X @wisegiving. 

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