Good People Talk

The Good People Fund
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Good People Talk Podcast

Welcome to Good People Talk, a Podcast where social entrepreneurs and visionaries –those who are changing and uplifting lives and communities in the U.S., Israel, and elsewhere around the world – describe what it is that drives and motivates them to tackle seemingly intractable challenges and generate deep impact. Their stories frame how change-makers, often informed by their Jewish values and in partnership with philanthropy, can change the narrative. To learn more, go to goodpeoplefund.org.

  1. SEP 3

    (un)conference Preview! Repairing a Challenged World, with Ruth Messinger

    Good People Fund (un)conference keynote speaker Ruth Messinger is a prominent social change advocate, and former President and current Global Ambassador of the American Jewish World Service. In this special pre-(un)conference episode, Ruth speaks about the Jewish and moral imperative to repair the world … the challenges facing visionary leaders … and what she’s planning … Continue reading (un)conference Preview! Repairing a Challenged World, with Ruth Messinger →

    15 min

  2. AUG 27

    In Israel, Countering Racism and Hate

    Tag Meir (“Light Tag”) — a Good People Fund grantee — was founded in 2011 by Gadi Gvaryahu to counter racism in Israel, and has grown to lead a coalition of more than 50 organizations across political, religious and cultural spheres to mobilize voices for coexistence, support victims of hate crimes, and more. Since October … Continue reading In Israel, Countering Racism and Hate →

    14 min

  3. AUG 20

    (un)conference Preview! Songs of Love, with John Beltzer

    Come November, at The Good People Fund’s (un)conference in New York, singer-songwriter John Beltzer will bring us into his unique zone of good … leading attendees as we give our voices to a song personalized for a child facing a serious medical challenge. Since 1996, John’s Songs of Love Foundation has touched the lives of … Continue reading (un)conference Preview! Songs of Love, with John Beltzer →

    14 min

  4. JUL 31

    Fighting Online Antisemitism

    With antisemitism rising exponentially and perniciously on cyber platforms, Fighting Online Antisemitism — a Good People Fund grantee based in Israel — uses its corps of 3,000 trained volunteers around the world and AI to monitor online spaces, report antisemitic content, and move to eliminate it. In this very timely episode of Good People Talk, … Continue reading Fighting Online Antisemitism →

    25 min

  5. JUN 24

    For Jewish Students, Navigating Surging Antisemitism on Campus

    Since Oct 7, colleges are flashpoints of antisemitism and anti-Zionism. TribeTalk, a Good People Fund grantee, is equipping Jewish college students with knowledge, resources and confidence to navigate through this challenging reality … and giving college-bound students information on what to expect when they arrive on campus. Jude Sydney and Robin Friedman are co-founders of … Continue reading For Jewish Students, Navigating Surging Antisemitism on Campus →

    23 min

  6. MAY 21

    Embracing Real Hope, In Trying and Challenging Times

    In our severely challenged world — as we look to define and grasp hope — Rabbi Debra Orenstein sat with Good People Fund Director of Engagement Julie Fisher to talk about her own journey to hope … the value of hope to our mental and physical well beings … practical tips for all of us … Continue reading Embracing Real Hope, In Trying and Challenging Times →

    34 min
  7. From Trauma to Impact: Ending Child Abuse and Exploitation

    APR 24

    From Trauma to Impact: Ending Child Abuse and Exploitation

    Amy Ever, a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, is the Founder and CEO of A Courageous Voice — educating and equipping children, parents, teachers and community leaders with the knowledge and tools to end the scourge of child abuse, neglect and exploitation rooted in both on- and offline spaces. Amy talks about her journey from … Continue reading From Trauma to Impact: Ending Child Abuse and Exploitation →

    24 min
  8. The Good People Fund, Live from Israel

    APR 23

    The Good People Fund, Live from Israel

    Three of our visionary grantees in Israel vividly describe how they’re meeting new challenges since the terrorist attacks of Oct. 7, and staying true to their passions and missions elevating good and hope — and uplifting the communities they serve with renewed resolve. While in Israel in March, GPF Executive Director Naomi Eisenberger and GPF … Continue reading The Good People Fund, Live from Israel →

    59 min
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Welcome to Good People Talk, a Podcast where social entrepreneurs and visionaries –those who are changing and uplifting lives and communities in the U.S., Israel, and elsewhere around the world – describe what it is that drives and motivates them to tackle seemingly intractable challenges and generate deep impact. Their stories frame how change-makers, often informed by their Jewish values and in partnership with philanthropy, can change the narrative. To learn more, go to goodpeoplefund.org.

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  • Creator
    The Good People Fund
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    66
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    ©The Good People Fund
  • Show Website
    Good People Talk

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