As you can probably guess, I am an internet media junky. I love getting info in all formats, and one of my favorite formats is the podcast. They’re a great way to expose yourself to new ideas while you’re taking the bus, jogging, or just working on things around the house.
In case you’re unfamiliar with this type of media, podcasts are free bits of information, typically audio clips, sometimes video clips or pdf’s, that you can download to your PC using “podcatcthers,” free applications like iTunes or Winamp. The content is free, and you don’t have to have an iPod or mp3 player to listen to them.
There are some great podcasts related to the fields of philanthropy and nonprofit out there, and I thought I would share a sampling of some of the podcasts that I listen to. To find others, I recommend downloading a podcatcher like iTunes and running a search for “philanthropy.”
Philanthropy Podcasts:
The Foundation Center: Philanthropy Chat
In this podcast series, the Foundation Center brings you conversations with grantmakers and other experts in the field of philanthropy on topics ranging from arts funding to changing trends in grantmaking to the impact of the economic crisis on nonprofits.
The Palm Beach Philanthropy Podcast
Palm Beach Philanthropy is an nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting philanthropy, especially in the Palm Beach area.
Nonprofit Podcasts:
The 501c3Cast
The 501c3Cast is a podcast for nonprofit professionals, volunteers, and do-gooders to share information and resources to help them do their jobs better.
Social Innovation Conversations
Social Innovation Conversations brings you social change ideas through audio lectures, speaker series, and conference recordings. Download free podcasts on social entrepreneurship, environmental sustainability, philanthropy, corporate social responsibility, responsible investing, and more.
Join the Conversation: Are there any other podcasts related to philanthropy or nonprofit that you think should be added to this list? Let me know! Please add your comments to this blog entry.
-Cary Lenore Walski, MCF web communications associate
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