Progressive Pockets: a podcast about the untapped power of our wallets to build the world we want

Nov 13 2024 156 ep. 10 mins 12
Progressive Pockets: a podcast about the untapped power of our wallets to build the world we want artwork

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

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150. What now?

Nov 13 2024 3 mins  
Send us a textThis week’s episode is raw and unedited. It’s a heart to heart about where we go from here.ICYMI another episode you might enjoy:Episode#105 Introducing Progressive Pockets! New name, same great tasteConnect With Genet “GG” Gimja:Website https://www.progressivepockets.comTwitter https://twitter.com/prgrssvpckts Work With Me:Email [email protected] f

149. Changing the political future of our country with our wallets (Replay)

Nov 05 2024 13 mins  
Send us a textIn this week's replay, let's explore the powerful influence of small-dollar donations in American politics. You don’t need to be a billionaire to make a difference! Let’s talk about the rapid fundraising that has characterized the early days of VP Kamala Harris’ run for President of the United States and the role that the Win With Black Women collective played i

148. Is your bank funding politicians you don't support? Consider these 4 banks instead

Oct 31 2024 12 mins  
Send us a textEver think about what your bank is doing with your cash? Whether your bank uses the cash in your checking and savings account to fund fossil fuel companies or gun manufacturers, the reality is that the banks are using their own set of societal values to deploy our cash every single day.In today’s episode, let’s talk about community focused, mission driven banks th

147. The surprising truth about what ESG actually means

Oct 22 2024 27 mins  
Send us a textWelcome back to Progressive Pockets! This is a podcast where we talk about ways to line up our values and our money. When we think about the things that keep us up at night. Whether that’s climate change, or homelessness, or the systematic oppression of our communities, we usually talk about how we can claim our power when we vote. Some of us might protest, or organ

146. Where do Latine Americans donate their money?

Oct 15 2024 9 mins  
Send us a textIn this episode, let’s chat about charitable giving among Latino Americans, including formal and informal giving, the surprising role of religious giving, and the huge impact of remittances (sending money back to one’s country of origin) from this community. Let’s also talk about cultural differences in how Latine Americans might discuss (or choose not to discus

145. Hosting a pop up giving circle for the holidays

Oct 08 2024 12 mins  
Send us a textToday’s episode is about a fun activity to consider trying with your friends, coworkers, or fellow book club members. You might have heard of giving circles before, where you meet regularly with a group of people and pool your money and then decide collectively where to donate.But have you ever heard of a pop up giving circle? This is a very condensed version of tha

144. How to help your clients invest for more than financial returns: how to consider societal values too

Sep 30 2024 15 mins  
Send us a textLong gone are the days when investors left their societal values at the door. These days, most investors want to invest with their environmental and social values in mind.If you are a financial advisor, you may feel intimidated or skeptical about how to serve clients who want you to incorporate their societal values into their financial plans.This week’s episode pro

143. Winners Take All by Anand Giridharadas: A book review

Sep 24 2024 10 mins  
Send us a textThis week let’s chat about Winners Take All: the Elite Charade of Changing the World by Anand Giridharadas. Published in 2018, this book became a New York Times Bestseller and fired off a conversation about whether powerful elites really want to change the root causes of the social problems they claim to care about.Endlessly quotable, provocative, interesting…this

142. Conscious Travel and Tourism

Sep 16 2024 12 mins  
Send us a textIn 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 econo

141. Five Sources of Power Every Shareholder Has

Sep 09 2024 7 mins  
Send us a textThis week, let's explore how everyday shareholders can wield surprising influence over corporate behavior. Discover the power of your single vote and learn about the impact of attending annual general meetings. You'll hear about real-world success stories where small shareholders sparked big changes in major companies. From leveraging social media to engage with corpo