Best Center for the Advancement of Public Integrity Podcasts (2025)

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Democratizing Impact Investing: Dr. Stephanie Gripne, Founder Of The Impact Finance Center On Unlocking Capital For Good 49:41

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Have you ever felt like the world’s biggest problems are just too massive to solve—that there isn’t enough capital to truly make a difference? Prepare to have your financial perspective transformed. In this episode of Women Advancing, we sit down with Dr. Stephanie Gripne, founder of the Impact Finance Center and a true force in impact investing. S…

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How Leaders Show Up In Crisis: Founder Selena Strandberg Of The Know On Integrity, Trust & Communication 38:53

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Leading in crisis requires more than quick decisions—it demands integrity, trust, and the courage to show up when chaos hits. Selena Strandberg, founder and CEO of The Know, shares how her AI-powered platform helps executives navigate complex social issues, protect information integrity, and make values-driven choices under pressure. From her early…

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Building Ideas Brick By Brick: Jolynn Ledgerwood On LEGO® Serious Play® For Teams And Leaders 33:32

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What if the key to better leadership and teamwork was sitting in a box of LEGO bricks? Jolynn Ledgerwood, principal of Elevate Your Talent and a certified LEGO® Serious Play® facilitator, joins Kate Byrne to reveal how this playful yet powerful methodology transforms boardrooms into spaces of creativity, communication, and problem-solving. From unl…

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The Big Take, The Bigger Picture: Bloomberg Reporter And Co-Host Of The Big Take Podcast, Sarah Holder On Cutting Through The Noise 34:36

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The future of journalism is evolving fast, and Sarah Holder is helping shape it. As a Bloomberg reporter and co-host of The Big Take podcast, Sarah shares her journey from internships at Politico and CityLab to covering global forces that impact our daily lives. She offers practical tips for navigating today’s news landscape—like which sources to t…

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How To Make Money Work: On Social Entrepreneurship & Impact Investing With Christine Mahoney, Frank Batten School Chief Innovation Officer 35:26

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Impact investing and social entrepreneurship are reshaping the way we tackle global challenges. Christine Mahoney, professor, author, and Chief Innovation Officer at the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, shares how aligning financial success with social and environmental missions creates powerful change. She breaks down the diffe…

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Pauline Idogho, Founder Of Mocktail Club: Execution Is Everything: Growing Mocktail Club Into A Zero-Proof Powerhouse 35:43

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Experience the fast-growing zero-proof movement and what it takes to be an early market trendsetter in the ready-to-drink sector. Join us as we sit down with Pauline Idogho, the visionary Founder and CEO behind Mocktail Club, as she shares her journey from former Global Development Strategist at the World Bank to a beverages innovator, redefining c…

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Gen Z Teens Taking Action: Author, Kelli Peterson On A Bright Future Thanks To Youth Power, Purpose, And Progress 41:53

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Discover the incredible power of Gen Z youth engagement and why their voices are not just a side show, but a smart strategy for the future. Kelli Peterson, author of Gen Z Teens Take Action and founder of The Change Project, joins us to reveal what this generation is getting right, what adults still don’t grasp, and how we can all better support th…

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Power In Connection: Mentorship, Momentum, And The Next Generation: College Contact Part 2 With COO Leah Guesman And Mentor Alinor Smith 37:59

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Personal connections and consistent support can truly alter the trajectory of a student’s life, a fact explored in depth with Leah Guesman, COO of College Contact, and Alinor Smith, a dedicated mentor. In this engaging episode, we delve into the transformative power of mentorship, revealing how it goes beyond simply providing information to buildin…

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Senior Vice President Of News And Editor-In-Chief At New York Public Radio, Audrey Cooper Isn’t Here To Play Small: On Authentic Leadership, Journalism, And Speaking Up 37:23

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Step into the dynamic world of media leadership, as we dive into what it truly takes to drive innovation and lead through monumental change in the ever-evolving landscape of news. Joining us is the trailblazing Audrey Cooper, the award-winning Editor-in-Chief at New York Public Radio, and the first woman to lead that newsroom in its 100-year histor…

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The Power Of The Interpersonal: Founder And CEO Of TERN Mentoring, Tina Fox On Living A Legacy Through Mentorship And Networks 40:07

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In an era driven by automation and digital detachment, interpersonal leadership is more powerful—and more necessary—than ever. Tina Fox, Founder and CEO of TERN Mentoring, offers a deeply personal and practical perspective on how mentorship can be reimagined as a daily, living legacy. She opens up about how vulnerability, intentional connection, an…

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The Skills Of Courageous Leadership: Building Bold, Resilient Leaders To Thrive During Uncertain Times With Founder Of The Courageous Leadership Institute, Cindy Solomon 44:44

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What does courageous leadership actually look like in a world of nonstop disruption? Cindy Solomon, founder of the Courageous Leadership Institute, brings fire and clarity to a conversation about leading when conditions are uncertain, expectations are high, and change is constant. With insights on resilience, perception vs. reality, and why women a…

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Sustainable Growth Where Community Comes First: A Conversation With Crunchy Hydration Founder & CEO Megan Riggs 26:12

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Unlocking sustainable growth in your business is not a task for a single person. It can only be achieved with the help of other people, especially from your most trusted circles. Kate Byrne chats with Megan Riggs, who shares how she brought success to her company, Crunchy Hydration, by putting community at the top of her priorities. She explains wh…

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Founding qMe: Co-Founder Akshita Tiwari’s Mission To Democratize Quantum Tech 39:48

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With technology continuously evolving every single day, it offers an almost limitless potential to come up with something innovative to transform the broken education system. This has been Akshita Tiwari’s mission: to democratize quantum tech and make it easily accessible to the young generation. She joins Kate Byrne to talk about her work as co-fo…

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What Are You Really Hungry For? A Conversation With Michelle Petties, Author Of Leaving Large, Food Coach 47:26

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Are you ready to redefine your relationship with food? This powerful conversation uncovers how to rewrite your food story, moving beyond diets to a place of true transformation. Join author, speaker, and food story whisperer Michelle Petties, who shares insights from her book, Leaving Large, revealing how emotional eating became a survival tactic a…

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From LILLY To And She Could Be Next: Nimble Media Founder And Producer, Jyoti Sarda On The Power Of Film For Women’s Leadership 36:55

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Stepping into your purpose and leaving the comfort of a major media brand like Fox or Paramount takes immense courage, a topic we dive into with Jyoti Sarda, founder of Nimble Media and producer of impactful films. Jyoti shares her journey of transitioning from the corporate world to independent filmmaking, covering the realities of fundraising and…

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Embracing The Digital Shift In The Future Of Education With Dr. Dawn Sizemore, CEO And Founder Of iCurric 33:08

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The future of education is a topic of crucial importance in today's rapidly evolving world. In this episode, Kate Byrne chats with Dr. Dawn Sizemore, CEO and Founder of iCurric, to explore this very topic. Dr. Dawn envisions the future of education, where digital learning and human-centered design converge to create impactful and accessible experie…

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Inside The System, Outside The Box And Beyond The Buzzwords: Leading Real Change With Microsoft Sr. Program Manager, Bourgogne Kinlaw 32:38

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The intersection of technology and social impact is ripe with possibilities, but many non-profits struggle to keep pace with the rapidly evolving digital landscape. In this insightful episode, Kate Byrne welcomes Bourgogne Kinlaw, Senior Business Program Manager at Microsoft, to shed light on navigating this complexity. From corporate to non-profit…

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Rewriting The Script: News, Community, Leadership, And The Long Game; Reimagining Public Media With Jayme Swain, CEO And President Of Virginia Public Media 38:50

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Public media isn't stuck in the past; it's a dynamic force shaping our present and future, especially in building community trust and critical thinking. In this episode, join Kate Byrne in conversation with Jayme Swain, CEO of Virginia Public Media (VPM), as they dive deep into the evolving world of public broadcasting. This is not your grandparent…

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Rewriting The Code: Female-Forward Innovation With Shubhi Rao, CEO And Founder Of Uplevyl 44:28

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The convergence of women and Artificial Intelligence is not just a trend, it’s a revolution, and Shubhi Rao, Founder and CEO of Uplevyl, is leading the charge to close the AI gap with a platform built for women, by women. In this episode, host Kate Byrne sits down with Shubhi to unpack the game-changing work of Uplevyl, diving deep into how a “fema…

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Turning Points: Dr. Shayna Kaufmann On Growth, Grace, And Life’s Middle Chapters 39:14

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Why does the word “midlife” make so many of us want to crawl under the nearest weighted blanket? It’s often framed as a crisis, a downhill slide of hot flashes, self-doubt, and questionable decisions. But what if it’s actually the most liberating chapter of all? In this refreshing and deeply insightful episode, I’m joined by clinical psychologist, …

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The Return On AI - It's Not What You Think With Vivekam Founder, Divya Agarwal 41:16

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The return on AI is not what you might think. It is more than just traditional metrics. Kate Byrne talks all about it with Vivekam founder Divya Agarwal. Divya reframes the return on AI by focusing on advanced introspection and human potential. They delve into crucial concepts like discernment, naming discomfort, and self-management, especially dur…

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Reinvention At Any Age: 3X NYT Best Selling Award Winning Author And NYU Stern Professor And Initiative Director, Suzy Welch On Becoming You 26:30

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What if reinvention wasn’t about becoming someone else, but finally becoming you? In this energizing episode, we sit down with Suzy Welch, three-time New York Times bestselling author, professor and leadership powerhouse to talk about her new passion project: Becoming You. It’s a program designed to help you get radically clear on your values, your…

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The Power Of Knowing: Farah Allen, Founder Of The Labz, On Identity, Entrepreneurship, And Leaving The Corporate Mold 44:46

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Entrepreneurship isn’t just about building a business, it’s about building wealth that can ripple through generations. And no one gets that quite like Farah Allen. In this episode, I sit down with the powerhouse founder of The Labz, a platform that helps companies like Netflix, Delta, and Microsoft craft immersive digital experiences, minus the bud…

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From Campus To Catalyst: How College Contact Co-Founders Sophie English Smith And Leah Guesman Are Rewriting The Playbook For College Access 39:47

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College admissions are often mired with controversy and difficulties, making the process extremely complicated and unfair. In this age where college access is becoming more stressful than ever before, two amazing women are leading the charge to make this process more humane and even data-smart. In another episode of the Founder Series, Kaye Byrne s…

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Leading The Future: Bridging Media And Next-Generation Leaders With Presidential Precinct CEO And Former BBC Executive, Toyosi Ogunseye 46:24

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From newsrooms to global leadership, Toyosi Ogunseye is dedicated to empowering next-generation leaders. Join Kate Byrne as she speaks with Toyosi, President & CEO of the Presidential Precinct, about her remarkable path from biochemistry to award-winning journalism and global leadership. Toyosi shares powerful insights on building next-generation l…

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The Changing Media Landscape With Virginia Public Radio's Charlottesville Bureau Chief, Sandy Hausman 33:27

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Local journalism plays a vital role in keeping communities informed and connected. This episode delves into the world of journalism and media with Sandy Hausman, Charlottesville Bureau Chief for Virginia Public Radio. Sandy shares her diverse experiences, from her early days as a stringer reporter to her current role covering local news. She discus…

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Harnessing The Power Of Belonging To Enhance Performance With Melissa Thomas-Hunt, Vice Dean Full Time Residential MBA Program University Of Virginia Darden School of Business 41:19

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Join us in this enlightening episode of Women Advancing, where we sit down with Melissa Thomas-Hunt, an authority on building inclusive work environments and promoting diversity. As the former Head of Global Diversity and Belonging at Airbnb and a distinguished academic, Melissa brings a wealth of knowledge on how a sense of belonging can dramatica…

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Beyond The Grind: Author, Brigid Schulte On The Workplace Of The Future Breaking Free From Overwork And Overwhelm 42:33

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American culture tends to glorify busyness and overwork, focusing more on the amount of work than the actual value. Since most women are stuck in traditional gender roles and unfair cultural expectations, this workplace norm puts them in a pretty hard spot to grow and thrive. Kate Byrne discusses how to go beyond this status quo with New York Times…

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The Future Of Work For Women With University Of Virginia's Darden School Of Business Assistant Professor, Allison Elias 37:32

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The future of work for women is evolving at an unprecedented pace, creating new challenges and exciting opportunities. This episode explores the changing landscape of women in the workplace with Allison Elias, Assistant Professor at the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business. Allison shares her insights on navigating career transitions,…

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Trailblazing Women And Climate Action: Inclusive Leadership With Terry Slavin, Editor-In-Chief At Reuters Events Sustainable Business 36:12

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In my conversation with Terry Slavin, Editor-in-Chief at Reuters Events Sustainable Business, we dive into the intersection of climate leadership, diversity, and the power of storytelling. As the driving force behind Trailblazing Women in Climate (now in its 3rd year) Terry has spotlighted the impressive leaders reshaping sustainability, such as fo…

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Ahead Of The Curve: How CEO And Chief Content Officer Stephanie Mehta Achieves Success At Fast Company And Inc. Without Looking Over Her Shoulder 31:15

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What are the rules in today’s workplace? Who better to ask than Stephanie Mehta, CEO and Chief Content Officer of Mansueto Ventures — home of the two brands that, one could argue, created the notion of the Future of Work. Still relevant to this day are what were then considered "the New Rules of Business," emblazoned on the premier issue of Fast Co…

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Leveling Up A Woman’s Leadership Journey With Jacquelyn Lane 37:41

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Corporate America makes the leadership journey of every woman quite challenging and frustrating. Their opinions are often disregarded, their talents belittled, and their expertise considered only secondary to men. Jacquelyn Lane, president & co-founder of 100 Coaches Agency, is leading the charge in transforming how women leaders are shaped and tra…

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Women And AI With Yael Grushka-Cockayne, University Of Virginia Darden School Of Business Vice Dean And AI Lead 40:37

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What does it take to lead in a world shaped by innovation and change? This episode explores the intersection of technology, education, and leadership with Yael Grushka-Cockayne, Professor and Vice Dean for Professional Degree Programs at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business. Yael shares her insights on the transformative power of AI…

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What Happened To Critical Thinking Today With Amy Bernstein 37:30

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The current digital era has made the dissemination of news faster and provided the media industry with the powerful boost it needs. But this fast-paced age of information also led to the diminution of critical thinking, hindering society from unlocking true progress. Kate Byrne discusses how to address this alarming status quo with Amy Bernstein, E…

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Matthew Stephenson: Corruption & The 2016 Election Part I 55:36

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In this episode, recorded in the immediate aftermath of the 2016 election, we speak about the role of corruption in the 2016 Election with Harvard Law Professor and creator of The Global Anticorruption Blog, Matthew Stephenson. He speaks with Jeremy Feigelson about corruption as a campaign issue, and perspectives on corruption in the Trump Administ…

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Walter Shaub: Ethics in the Trump Era 55:23

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In the first episode of Integrity File, we speak about ethics laws with Walter Shaub, former director of the Office of Government Ethics until his July 2017 resignation. He speaks with Professor Richard Briffault about the importance of these laws, their mechanics, and his role in their enforcement over the past three administrations. The event was…

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