Male Leaders Episodes
026 - LaDainian "LT" Tomlinson: Inside His Philanthropy and How to He…
NFL Hall of Famer and philanthropist LaDainian “LT” Tomlinson reveals how trust shapes athlete giving, offers guidance for NIL athletes, and shares the Emmitt Smith moment that sparked his lifelong commitment to service.
024 - How You Change Election Outcomes Through Philanthropy, and Why …
If you believe you're powerless politically, you're not alone. This episode reveals how your giving can impact upcoming elections. Ludovic Blain , Director of the California Donor Table, explains how the wealthiest donors use...
023 - Burnout Isn't Obligatory. Your Path to Rest, with Marcus McGrew
On the eve of his last day with the Hewlett Foundation , Marcus McGrew shows you how to stop running yourself into the ground in philanthropy . Through his story, you learn to spot burnout, interrupt perfectionism, and rebuil...
019 - Why Boards Fail and How to Fix Them, with Morris Price
When foundation and nonprofit board members stay an average of 3 to 5+ years longer than paid staff, their influence becomes decisive, undeniable, and lasting. They are the structural pillars on which nonprofits and foundatio...
017- Leading 25,000 Fundraisers and the Future of Fundraising, with A…
Art Taylor , leads an organization of 25,000+ fundraising professionals globally as the CEO of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP). He joins host, Michelle Renee Jackson , MDiv to discuss Black fundraising lead...
015 - From Crack Dealer to Hope Dealer, Ken Miller CFRE on Prison, Ma…
What does it take to transform a life from selling drugs to raising millions for nonprofits? In this episode of Black Philanthropy: Our Stories , host Michelle Renee Jackson, MDiv, sits down with Ken Miller , CFRE, a national...
013 - How to Protect Your Foundation's Mission in a Politically Charg…
How do leaders in philanthropy navigate challenges to their mission, purpose, and legacy in a time of political uncertainty and social change? In this episode of Black Philanthropy: Our Stories , a Simuel + Murray podcast, ho...
011 - Ex‑Army Officer's Battlefield Perspective of Philanthropy, with…
What can philanthropy learn from military leadership, ancestral resilience, and faith-driven service? In this episode of Black Philanthropy: Our Stories, host Michelle Renee Jackson, MDiv, sits down with Darrin Goss Sr., Pres...
009: Surviving Cancer & Leading with Love, with Edward Jones
What does it mean to lead with courage, stay mission-driven, and institutionalize love in philanthropy? In this episode of Black Philanthropy: Our Stories, host Michelle Renee Jackson, MDiv, sits down with Edward Jones, Vice ...
008: On Moving $150m+, Community Mobilizing, and Faith, with Jason Ga…
What does it mean to lead with faith, bridge divides, and build belonging in philanthropy? In this episode of Black Philanthropy: Our Stories, host Michelle Renee Jackson, MDiv, sits down with Jason Garrett, Senior Vice Presi...
006: From Teacher to Foundation President by 34, with Jason Terrell
What does it mean to lead a foundation while honoring your calling, your family, your hair, and your roots? In this episode of "Black Philanthropy: Our Stories," host Michelle Renee Jackson, MDiv, sits down with Jason Terrell...
005: Quitting a DOUBLE LIFE, the DJ in philanthropy with Steve Vassor
How can you bring your full self into philanthropy—beats, values, and all? In this episode of "Black Philanthropy: Our Stories," host Michelle Renee Jackson, MDiv, award-winning writer-director, sits down with Steve Vassor, a...
003 - Turn Lapsed Donors Into 7-figure Donors and Get Your Power Back…
You're overwhelmed by lapsed donors, expired pledges, and impossible fundraising goals. Steven Wallace of Aspen Leadership Group shows you how he revitalized a dormant six‑figure pledge into a fully funded seven‑figure gift. ...