Best Side One Side B With Dave Podcasts (2025)

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"Land of plenty, land of fun to find out I'm Nimrod's son." between seasons Sean brings in the debut EP from alternative rock group PIXIES, COME ON PILGRIM (1987) 40:45

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Send us a text Come On Pilgrim is the debut mini-album by the American alternative rock band Pixies, released on September 28, 1987, on 4AD. Produced by Gary Smith, the release consists of eight tracks from a seventeen-song recording session that the band had recorded at Fort Apache Studios in March 1987. Signing the band based on the quality of th…

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Nonprofit Cyber Wake-Up Call: Phishing, Vishing and Donor Data 33:08

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Year-end generosity is a perfect storm for cybercrime—and most nonprofits don’t see the danger until after the damage is done. We talk with Alex Brown, Director of Business Development at Richey May, about why the busiest time of your fundraising year is also one of the most hazardous for your systems, donors, and reputation. Alex explains how atta…

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Grant Writers and Fundraisers! Can They Really Work as One Team? 31:22

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Grant writers and fundraisers share the same mission, but often work in different corners of the building—and sometimes entirely different worlds. In this Fundraisers Friday convo, cohosts Julia C. Patrick and Tony Beall peel back the curtain on how these two roles can move from quiet coexistence to true collaboration. Julia opens with gratitude—fo…

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Inside the Generosity Generation with Bonterra’s Chief Fundraising Officer 30:44

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Tech, data, and generosity are not abstract buzzwords—they’re concrete levers that can stabilize funding, expand impact, and re-energize exhausted fundraisers. Chief Fundraising Officer Kimberly O’Donnell of Bonterra joins us to map out how recurring giving, trust-based philanthropy, and AI-powered tools can move the entire sector from scarcity thi…

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Donor Relations Data Every Nonprofit Development Team Must See! 32:14

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Donor love is measurable, and in this lively discussion, guest Lynne Wester, Principal and Founder of Donor Relations Group, brings the receipts. Drawing on data from her seventh global donor relations survey, conducted every two years since 2013 with more than 1,000 participants, Lynne shows us why retention, not the next big campaign, is where th…

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Data Trouble Starts Small: Hidden Cyber Risks Nonprofits Ignore 31:37

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Who actually owns data protection in a nonprofit? In this fast-paced conversation, host Julia C. Patrick sits down with Taysha Adams, Manager Technology Support at JMT Consulting, and Josh Fricovsky, Engineering Director at Cortavo, to tackle the uncomfortable truth: cybersecurity is no longer “someone else’s job.” Taysha starts with a reality chec…

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Donor or Investor? Why Calling Them ‘Investors’ Changes Everything 31:09

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What if the people we call donors are actually investors? And what if this subtle shift reshapes expectations, power, professionalism, and even the identity of philanthropy itself? Julia C. Patrick and Tony Beall challenge one of the nonprofit sector’s most deeply rooted labels. Julia opens the conversation by admitting she’s ready to change her ow…

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Shutdown Over, Now What? How Nonprofits Recover! 31:10

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Federal shutdown over! Systems rebooting! Nonprofits on the clock! In this urgent episode, we bring back Derick Dreher, Department Leader, Government Funding at Your Part-Time Controller (YPTC)—just hours after the government reopens from the longest shutdown in U.S. history. Derick starts with what happened in Washington: failed Senate votes, a la…

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Fundraising Fog? Messaging That Donors Actually Love 29:53

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Fundraising can feel like walking through mist—messages blur, instincts wobble, and urgency crowds out intention. In this energizing conversation, we welcome returning favorite Micah James (team lead and coach at Bloomerang—and a bride-to-be!) to name the haze and show practical ways through it. Micah calls today’s moment “muddy and foggy” because …

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Events, Data, Volunteers: Temp Staffing Power Plan 30:18

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Nonprofits can absolutely finish the year strong—especially when they treat staffing as a strategic tool, not a scramble! In this energizing convo, Katie Warnock, founder and president of Staffing Boutique, maps out practical ways organizations can add capacity right when it matters most. Katie is plainspoken and solution-oriented: for major fundra…

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The King of Nightmares: Why Stephen King Still Rules Horror 57:51

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Connect with us! How the Master of Horror became the ultimate Geek King Stephen King didn’t just write horror — he defined it. From Carrie to It, The Shining to Shawshank, King’s stories built an entire universe of fear, magic, and monsters that shaped every geek kid who ever stayed up too late with a flashlight and a paperback. In this episode, St…

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The Future of Philanthropy and Adoption: The CEO of Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption 30:53

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In this capstone to Nonprofit Power Week, Rita L. Soronen, President and CEO of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, looks forward—past the news cycle and into the work that will shape children, families, and the sector. In a calm, mentoring tone, Rita keeps leaders grounded in first principles: start with the child. As she puts it, “We’re not …

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One Nonprofit Team, Two Engines: How They Fuse Marketing and Development 30:19

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The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption shows exactly how today’s nonprofits can accelerate mission and amplify revenue by putting marketing and development on the same team! CEO & President Rita L. Soronen and SVP of Marketing & Development Jill Crumbacher explain how an approach that started 11 years ago matured into an integrated structure with …

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For Nonprofits: When Critics Shout—What to Say—A Field Manual for Communications 31:55

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Nonprofits are being yanked into culture wars they never asked for. In this Nonprofit Power Week conversation, Jill Crumbacher, Senior VP of Marketing and Development at the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, lays out how to keep your message steady when the public square gets noisy. This episode is a field manual for keeping your purpose intact—…

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"People never read the airwaves, Do we only feed the airwaves, Or stamp them out at street level?" between seasons we look at an EP from THOMAS DOLBY, BLINDED BY SCIENCE (1983), which features the single ... 38:00

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Send us a text Blinded by Science is an EP by new wave/synthpop artist Thomas Dolby, comprising extended 12-inch single versions of songs from the 1982 album The Golden Age of Wireless. It was released in 1983.[2][3] Four of the recordings had previously been released as two separate 12-inch remix singles in the UK: "She Blinded Me with Science" ba…

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Creature Double Feature: From Camp to Cool! 51:34

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Connect with us! Grab your popcorn and dim the lights — this week on Original Geek, we’re firing up the old TV set for a trip back to Creature Double Feature! 👾 Steve and Jeff dig into the evolution of the movie monster — from the campy rubber suits of the 70s to the CGI behemoths that crush cities (and box offices) today. We’re talking Godzilla, G…

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Nonprofit Board Energy That Lasts: Committees that Work, Meetings that Fly 31:36

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In this key conversation, Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption President & CEO Rita L. Soronen maps out a modern playbook for governing with purpose while sustaining momentum after years of change. She begins with the Dave Thomas legacy—not as a branding exercise, but as a lived journey that shaped a national public charity with a singular focus: pe…

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Modern Partnerships: PSAs, “Low Bono,” and Data-Smart Media 31:17

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The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption doesn’t treat partnerships as a side project—they’re the operating system. During this National Adoption Month and in this Nonprofit Power Week kickoff, Senior VP Jill Crumbacher shares how the Foundation builds relationships that move from a good idea to real results. Step one: align the people doing the wor…

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The Scariest Board Risks! Revealed by Countess Justine Townsend 29:39

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On this special Halloween edition of #TheNonprofitShow, Host Julia C. Patrick welcomes “Countess” Justine Townsend of Your Part-Time Controller (YPTC), to turn board governance fears into practical know-how. Capes, cobwebs, and clever metaphors aside, the lesson is real: fiduciary duties aren’t folklore; they’re law. As Justine explains, “you have …

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The Science of Yes: 7 Decision Profiles That Lift Donor Response 30:10

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Nonprofits send more messages than ever, yet many still miss the moment that matters: the decision. The CEO and Co-Founder Kylee Ingram of Wizer Technologies explains how seven decision profiles can transform fundraising emails, stewardship notes, and board communications from “nice” to effective. If donor retention, board alignment, and major-gift…

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From Donor-Centered to Human-Centered: A New Era of Giving 30:17

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When fundraising meets humanity, transformation follows—and few express that better than Tammy Zonker, founder of Fundraising Transformed and author of Calling All Heroes. In this powerful episode, host Julia C. Patrick engages Tammy in a deep conversation about reimagining philanthropy through what she calls a human-centered mindset—a new evolutio…

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"We ain't got no money, we don't have no car, we stay down on depot street, just dancin' in the park" Between seasons we check out 2 singles from TOM PETTY'S pre-fame southern rock group MUDCRUTCH, UP ... 31:09

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Send us a text The songs Up In Mississippi and Depot Street, and other Mudcrutch songs, can be found on the Playback boxset from 1995 on Disc 5: Through The Cracks & Disc 6: Nobody's Children. The B-Sides can be found on YouTube. Check out this YouTube playlist for all 4 songs we reviewed. Mudcrutch was an American rock band from Gainesville, Flori…

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Expand Your Nonprofit's Board Beyond Your Friends and Zipcode! 28:39

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What happens when you stop fishing for board members in the same small pond and start casting into the ocean? According to TD Smyers, CEO and co-founder of BoardBuild.org, you get a board that actually reflects the people you serve and a lot more horsepower where it counts. TD admits he learned the hard way. Traditional recruiting leans almost enti…

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Training That Ends Tech Anxiety: Roadmap to a Smooth Go-Live! 31:03

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When nonprofits tackle a major platform shift, the tech is only half the story. JMT Consulting pros Brady Haslebacher (Director of Program Management) and Dagmar “Dagi” Stanton (Manager of Education Services) map out the human and operational moves that make change stick. This informative episode breaks down why big projects stall—no top-down buy-i…

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From Invisible to Influential: How Nonprofit Leaders Build Presence 30:30

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We sat down with Amos Balongo, keynote speaker and communications coach, to explore a subject rarely discussed in the nonprofit space — personal visibility. Amos challenges the traditional mindset that humility and impact must exist in separate spheres, proposing instead that visibility is both a professional asset and a form of leadership. Speakin…

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The Nonprofit Circles That Matter: Staff—Board—Donor—Constituent 29:30

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Craig Shelley, CEO of Schultz & Williams, joins Show host Julia Patrick, as they examine how philanthropy and nonprofit leadership are being reshaped under persistent uncertainty. Craig frames the moment succinctly: skepticism toward institutions is rising, which means nonprofits must state their values plainly and show exactly how funds power outc…

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"What is this burning in my eyes?" between seasons Sean brings in the self-titled EP, aka 7 SONGS (1988) from post-hardcore act FUGAZI! WE'RE FUGAZING OVER HERE! 39:29

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Send us a text Fugazi, also known as the EP 7 Songs,[7] is the debut release by the American post-hardcore band Fugazi. As with subsequent release Margin Walker, Guy Picciotto did not contribute guitar to this record; all guitar was performed by Ian MacKaye. It was originally recorded in June 1988 and released in November 1988 on vinyl and again in…

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TRON Was Too Smart for 1982: How Disney Invented the Future 57:45

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Connect with us! The Digital Dream That Stared it all... From the 1982 original to Legacy and Ares — how TRON went from box-office glitch to digital prophecy. Before The Matrix, before Ready Player One, before anyone even owned a home computer… Disney dropped TRON (1982) — a movie that predicted the digital age, invented CGI filmmaking, and got dis…

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Joint Fundraising That Actually Works: For Collab Events and Small Teams 30:32

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Joint fundraising: bold idea, complicated feelings. On this Fundraisers Friday, Julia C. Patrick and Tony Beall swap real-world stories and field notes on how small and midsize nonprofits can team up without tripping over turf, lists, or logistics. Julia sets the table with a grin—“They’re super tricky, they’re very interesting, and I think there’s…

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Are Donors Wrong About Nonprofit's Overhead? The Myth Exposed! 30:04

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The phrase “overhead myth” still haunts the nonprofit world like a stubborn ghost. Host Julia C. Patrick sits down with Adam Holzberg, Partner and CPA at SAX Advisory Group, to teach viewers why judging nonprofits by their administrative expenses misses the point—and how education, transparency, and storytelling can replace outdated thinking with r…

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Temp Work That Boosts Your Nonprofit Career: How to Get Hired Fast 27:22

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Temporary work isn’t a consolation prize—it’s a lever. In this candid conversation, Staffing Boutique’s Director of Recruitment, Dana Scurlock, reframes the temp path as a smart way to stay employed, sharpen skills, and earn while exploring fit. She traces her roots to a temp desk in 2006 and explains why the market’s realities—shorter tenures, yea…

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"SPEEDING BACK TO MY BABY!" to keep the lights on between seasons join us as we dig up the episode from season one on ACE FREHLEY and his 1978 solo album released simultaneously with the other members ... 1:08:19

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Send us a text Update: Ace Frehley has passed away on October 16th, 2025 at the age of 74. RIP Ace, we didn't mean to dig this episode up the same week you passed. Ace Frehley is the first solo album by American guitarist and former Kiss member Ace Frehley, released on September 18, 1978, by Casablanca Records.[1] It was one of four albums released…

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Stop Chasing Unicorn Donors! Start Growing Loyal Givers! 31:13

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Fundraising folklore says the “one big donor” will save the day! Katie Gaston, Director of Product Marketing at Bloomerang, dismantles that ‘chase’ and replaces it with steady, systems-based fundraising. Katie frames her role in product marketing as disciplined storytelling: know your audience, understand what they care about, and read the landscap…

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Where the Best Fundraising Talent Actually Looks For Jobs 30:02

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Julia C. Patrick and Tony Beall get practical about recruiting fundraising talent when Q4 urgency is peaking. They open with empathy for development teams sprinting toward holiday giving, then move straight into the realities leaders must manage: retention, clarity, and smarter channels for sourcing candidates. Tony reminds us of the data behind tu…

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From Zero to 10,000 Scholars: Inside a Nonprofit's Rapid Expansion 30:06

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Dwyer Workforce Development is rewriting what “possible” looks like for a young, fast-scaling nonprofit. In this compelling conversation, CEO Barb Clapp traces a journey that began with a blank slate in September 2022 and now stands at 10,000 Dwyer Scholars across seven states—with a confident path to 100,000 by 2030. The spark came from founder Ja…

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Persuasion Skills Nonprofit Teams Can Use Today 30:19

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Nonprofits don’t just need more messages—they need messages that move people. In this fast-paced episode we welcome persuasion instructor and longtime marketer Dean Batson to show how science-based communication turns attention into action. Batson traces his path from launching a digital agency to teaching persuasion at Arizona State University, wh…

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Clarity Is Kindness: Nonprofit Culture That Pays Off 31:10

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By American Nonprofit Academy

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"Everyone will see it, Every demographic!" Between seasons we check out the bonus tracks from Side D of SPIRIT PHONE (2016) by LEMON DEMON 27:01

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Send us a text Check out our review of the album proper here. Spirit Phone is the seventh studio album by Lemon Demon, a musical project created by American musician Neil Cicierega. The album was released digitally through Bandcamp on February 29, 2016, marking his first full-length album in eight years. All tracks were written, performed, and reco…

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The Evolution of Partnerships and Experiential Marketing with Sam Kimmel, Senior Director of Co-Marketing Partnerships at Hello Sunshine 47:29

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By [email protected] (David A. Yovanno and Todd Crawford)

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Following a Founder: How Nonprofits Survive and Succeed in Transition 30:11

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By Joan Brown and Catherine Bradshaw | Interim Executives

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The John Hughes Yearbook: Do His Movies Still School Us Today? 1:03:13

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Connect with us! The 1980s teen experience in one filmography. In this episode of Original Geek, Steve Scarfo and Jeff Shaw dive into the John Hughes universe—The Breakfast Club, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Sixteen Candles, Weird Science, Planes, Trains & Automobiles, Uncle Buck—and ask the big question: do these classics still hold up in 2025? Expec…

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Call to Action, Donor First: “Because of You” Messaging That Moves People 30:34

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If you want donors to move, tell them exactly where to go. In this Fundraisers Friday conversation, Julia C. Patrick and Tony Beall turn vague appeals into precise, energizing calls to action (CTA’s)—across giving, events, engagement, volunteering, and advocacy. Tony lays the foundation early: “Start with the call to action. What do I want folks to…

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What Healthy Nonprofits Do Differently: Strategy, Rhythm, Results 30:50

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Matt Glazer arrives with runner’s grit and a teacher’s patience, asking nonprofit leaders to reconsider what “success” really means when the pace gets punishing and the stakes feel permanent. Blue Sky Partners, he explains, is built on human-centered design—strategy that starts with people, not paperwork—because “things happen with people, not to t…

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How Nonprofits Protect Their Mission's Cyber Presence: Building a Security Culture 29:35

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Cybersecurity isn’t just firewalls and tech jargon—it’s people, habits, and everyday choices. Kicking off National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we bring together two voices who live this every day: Michael Nouguier, Partner, Cybersecurity Services at Richey May, and Tony Rehmer, Senior VP of IT at Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMN Hospita…

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Between seasons we take a look at an EP from San Diego hardcore punk band STRUGGLE, formerly known as PROLETARIAN STRUGGLE. The themes on this self titled EP from 1994 lead us to believe they have opinions ... 42:55

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Send us a text Side Two of this album is the EP we are reviewing today if you want to check it out here. https://struggle31g.bandcamp.com/album/one-settler-one-bullet At the turn of a decade, 1990, aligned a group of angry, disenfranchised teenagers from San Diego who connected in that they all had something similar to say about the city around the…

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A Fresh Playbook for Your Nonprofit Board: Noses In—Fingers Off 30:58

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Boards don’t magically run themselves—and this lively discussion proves it. Strategist and facilitator Mary Kay Delvo of Inspiring Sight lays out a practical path for turning board service from a vague obligation into purposeful leadership. She starts with a truth we all feel: “If they knew better, they’d do better.” Most board members were never t…

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Build a High-Performance Nonprofit Finance Team: Your Source of Truth 30:16

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Nonprofits talk about programs, fundraising, and boards—but rarely about how to build and lead a modern finance team. JMT Consulting’s Taylor Bost and Samantha Tiso deliver a clear, practical playbook for turning finance from a back-office function into a strategic engine. Samantha reframes the relationship right out of the gate: “We view the finan…

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Nonprofit Power Week Finale: Finance Questions Answered 33:16

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Financial leadership is more than numbers—it’s the heartbeat of nonprofit sustainability. In this Nonprofit Power Week finale of The Nonprofit Show, Regional Director Ellie Hume of Your Part-Time Controller (YPTC) brings clarity and candor to some of the most frequently asked financial questions. With an “Ask and Answer” format, the conversation co…

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The New Fraud Prevention Playbook for Nonprofits 30:01

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In this Nonprofit Power Week conversation, we sit down with Jen Blasy, Manager at Your Part-Time Controller, to confront a topic many organizations would rather avoid: fraud in the nonprofit sector. Jen is unequivocal about the stakes: “Fraud has been a constant. It may look different, but it’s still happening.” She explains why the sector’s empath…

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Behind the DM Screen: From Basements to Center Stage (Ft Dave Tufts) 58:23

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Connect with us! In this episode of The Original Geek, hosts Steve Scarfo and Jeff Shaw are joined by their friend Dave Tufts as they dive into the evolution of geek culture through the eyes of the Dungeon Master. Once just the Gen X kid running games in a basement, the DM has now leveled up into performer, storyteller, and even paid professional. …