Podcasts are a great way to learn and celebrate the work of our colleagues in the nonprofit and child welfare world. The list below includes some of our favorites for insightful and inspiring dialogue.
We hope you enjoy them as much as we have. Happy listening!
(in alphabetical order)
CaseyCast
Annie E. Casey Foundation’s President and CEO Lisa Hamilton brings in experts to discuss how the social sector is working to improve the lives of children, youth, and families.
Frequency: 1 episode a month
Length: 30 minutes
Recommended episode: Georgia Lawmaker Stacey Abrams Tells How State Policymaking Can Help Families and Kids Succeed
More Than Healthcare
Presented by the Alliance for Strong Families and Communities, Ascentria Care Alliance, and Beech Acres Parenting Center, this podcast uncovers keys to collaboration and holistic health in pursuit of improved health outcomes and lower costs for all.
Frequency: 2-3 episodes a month
Length: 25 minutes
Recommended episode: Podcast Episode 27: When COVID-19 Came and the Child Abuse Hotline Stopped Ringing
NASW Social Work Talks
The National Association of Social Workers accesses its incredible breadth of expertise within its network to share content that will inform, educate, and inspire.
Frequency: Weekly
Length: 20 minutes
Recommended episode: EP 26 Increasing Social Work Salaries in New York City
Nonprofit Everything
Sponsored by the Alliance for Nevada Nonprofits, Andy Schuricht and Stacey Wedding moderate this Q&A-style podcast that answers questions that are common to nonprofits – succession planning, burnout, performance evaluations, and more.
Frequency: 1-2 episodes per month
Length: 30 minutes
Recommended episode: More Nonprofit Myths
Nonprofit Lowdown
Rhea Wong, nonprofit consultant and speaker, shares insights from her 10+ years of experience working in nonprofits and accesses a variety of subject matter experts to share their knowledge on helping nonprofits tackle shared issues.
Frequency: Weekly
Length: 30 minutes
Recommended episode: #74 Unlocking Your Board’s Potential with Cindi Phallen
Nonprofits are Messy
Joan Garry, Nonprofit Leader and former Executive Director of GLAAD, has thoughtful conversations about tough subjects and interviews leaders in the nonprofit world.
Frequency: 1-2 episodes per month
Length: 45 minutes
Recommended episode: Ep 109: How to Have a Difficult Conversation (in two parts)
Our American States
Produced by the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL), Our American States offers compelling conversations that tell the story of America’s state legislatures, the people in them, the politics that compel them, and the important work of democracy.
Frequency: 3 episodes a month
Length: 25 minutes
Recommended episode: Episode 80: Teens in Foster Care: Challenges and Solutions
Social Work Conversations
From the University of Kentucky College of Social Work, this podcast showcases talented professionals and gives listeners practical tools they can use to change the world.
Frequency: 1-2 episodes per quarter
Length: 30 minutes
Recommended episode: Episode 31 – Dr. Jones talks with Police Chief, Mike Ward, and the agency’s social worker, Kelly Pomilio about the need for integrating social workers alongside our officers
Did we miss one of your favorites? Please add it in the comments!