Addressing Hunger in America: ‘There’s very little resiliency left in the system.’

Featuring Kyle Endres, Vince Hall, Alisia Robin, and Barbara Wheeler-Bride

Food pantries across the United States are experiencing rising demand and shrinking resources. Guests in this episode discuss these challenges, US public policy to alleviate hunger, and how donors can support food pantries and anti-hunger organizations in a time of increased need and economic uncertainties. A sponsored podcast developed with the support of DAFgiving360

Childhood Cancer: Treating Children Around the Globe

Featuring Richard C. Shadyac, Gloria De Dios, Fred Kaynor & Barbara Wheeler-Bride

How does a global approach to childhood cancer research advance treatments and cures? How are philanthropists around the world supporting this cause? Gloria De Dios of Foundation Ayudame a Vivir (AYUVI), Richard C. Shadyac of ALSAC, and Fred Kaynor of DAFgiving360 discuss St. Jude Global, an innovative endeavor at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to take lifesaving cancer treatments to children around the world. A sponsored podcast developed with the support of DAFgiving360

The Challenges Facing Humanitarian Aid Groups Right Now

Featuring Bob Kitchen, Harriet Carvalho & Barbara Wheeler-Bride

What’s the impact of recent funding cuts to humanitarian aid? How are organizations reorganizing their critical work with vulnerable communities? Bob Kitchen of the International Rescue Committee and Harriet Carvalho of DAFGiving360 join SSIR editor Barbara Wheeler-Bride to discuss the Trump administration’s unprecedented cuts to foreign aid and how donors can respond. A sponsored podcast developed with the support of DAFgiving360

Crisis and Change: Conversations With Leaders— Navigating the Pandemic

Hosted by Dan LeDuc & Eric Nee

In the final episode of this special series, Dr. Rajiv J. Shah, president of the Rockefeller Foundation, and Mark Suzman, CEO of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, share how they’re redefining the role of philanthropy in addressing public health crises and preparing for future pandemics. Produced in partnership with The Pew Charitable Trusts.

Healing From Trauma

Hosted by Jonathan Levine 2

Glasswing International teaches Latin American communities to understand and recover from the impacts of trauma induced by chronic and acute violence.

The Healing Force of Family

Hosted by Jonathan Levine 1

Even before the pandemic, India’s public hospitals struggled with overcrowding and stretched resources. Noora Health is helping by training family caregivers on simple medical skills to help patients recover at home. This is the second episode of a two-part series about raising the quality of health care in the developing worldListen to the first episode here: The Videos Saving Lives in the Developing World.

The Videos Saving Lives in the Developing World

Hosted by Jonathan Levine 2

Developing countries face a quality crisis in the delivery of frontline health care. The nonprofit Global Health Media marries modern video technology with compassionate instruction to fill the gap. This is the first episode of a two-part series about raising the quality of health care in the developing world. Listen to the second episode here: The Healing Force of Family.

How Client Feedback Helped Transform a Houston Health Agency

Featuring Paula John

Growing up, Paula John didn’t feel her voice counted, motivating her to give her children a different experience by listening to them closely. She expected the same consideration from her Houston community health agency. When its services fell short, her harsh feedback became a catalyst for change. Part of a series produced for SSIR with the support of the Hewlett Foundation.

How Can We Advance Health Equity?

Featuring Faith Mitchell, Nick Tilsen, & Dr. Robert Ross

Faith Mitchell of Grantmakers In Health, Dr. Robert Ross of The California Endowment, and Nick Tilsen of the Thunder Valley Community Development Corporation talk about how their organizations are addressing health gaps among different communities.

Using Social Media for Social Good

Featuring Jennifer Aaker

Stanford business professor Jennifer Aaker discusses how social media can do more than just provide entertainment—it can also prolong or save lives.

Mobile Technology for Healthcare

Featuring Eric Dishman

Eric Dishman, director of health innovation at Intel, asserts that mobile technologies can create sustainable healthcare for all.

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Promoting Health Through Weight Loss

Featuring Leslie John

Harvard business professor Leslie John reports on studies providing financial and social incentives to get people to lose weight.

Solar Power in a Suitcase

Featuring Laura Stachel & Hal Aronson

In this audio interview, Sheela Sethuraman talks with Laura Stachel and Hal Aronson, co-founders of WE CARE Solar, about their effort to combat this issue worldwide. WE CARE stands for Women’s Emergency Communication and Reliable Electricity.