Project Good Podcast

Episode summary:

Understanding civics is crucial for being an informed and engaged citizen. Here are some key reasons why it is important:

1. Participating in Democracy: Civics education helps citizens understand the principles and functioning of a democratic society. It equips individuals with knowledge about their rights, responsibilities, and the mechanisms of government. With this understanding, citizens can actively participate in democratic processes, such as voting, running for office, and engaging in public debates.
2. Making Informed Decisions: Civics education promotes critical thinking and provides citizens with the tools to analyze complex issues. By learning about different perspectives, political systems, and the role of media, citizens can make informed decisions on matters that affect their lives and communities. This knowledge helps them navigate political debates, evaluate policy proposals, and contribute to the betterment of society.
3. Protecting Individual Rights: A fundamental aspect of civics education is learning about constitutional rights and civil liberties. Understanding these rights empowers citizens to recognize and protect their own freedoms, as well as those of others. By being aware of their legal rights and responsibilities, citizens can actively engage in advocating for justice, equality, and fairness in their communities.
4. Holding Government Accountable: Civics education provides citizens with an understanding of the structure and functions of government. This knowledge allows individuals to hold their elected representatives accountable for their actions and decisions. By knowing how government works, citizens can monitor policy-making processes, participate in public consultations, and voice their concerns to ensure transparency and responsiveness from public officials.
5. Fostering Civic Engagement: Civics education plays a vital role in fostering civic engagement and a sense of community. It encourages citizens to actively participate in public affairs, volunteer for community initiatives, and work towards the betterment of society. Understanding civics helps citizens appreciate the interdependence of individuals and their communities, encouraging them to contribute positively to the collective well-being.
6. Promoting Social Cohesion: Civics education also promotes social cohesion by fostering an understanding and appreciation of diverse perspectives and cultures. It teaches citizens about the principles of equality, respect, and tolerance, fostering an inclusive society. By understanding civics, citizens can work towards addressing social issues, resolving conflicts, and promoting harmony among individuals with different backgrounds and beliefs.

In summary, understanding civics is vital for citizens to actively participate in democracy, make informed decisions, protect individual rights, hold government accountable, foster civic engagement, and promote social cohesion. It empowers individuals to become responsible and active participants in their communities, contributing to the betterment of society as a whole.

 

Topics discussed in this episode:

-  Why Civics is Important [6:30]

-  Apathy [12:00]

-  Where to Start [18:00]

-  People Want to be Right [23:00]

-  Democracy is Hard Work [30:50]

-  Growing Pains [36:00]

-  Creating Boundaries [42:00]

-  Signals and Symbols [46:00]

-  Make Noise with Your Group [52:14]

-  How to Start [58:00]

 

Quote:

“Let’s say you’re right.”

 

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Episode summary:

Diversity and inclusion are essential in the workplace for several reasons:

1. Enhanced creativity and innovation: A diverse workforce brings together individuals with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. This diversity of thought fosters a more creative and innovative work environment, leading to new ideas, problem-solving approaches, and product development.
2. Better decision-making: Inclusive teams can make more well-rounded and informed decisions. When people from diverse backgrounds come together to solve problems, they consider a broader range of viewpoints and potential outcomes, leading to better decision-making processes.
3. Improved employee performance and engagement: Employees are more likely to feel valued and engaged when they are included and appreciated for their unique contributions. An inclusive work environment promotes higher job satisfaction and increased productivity.
4. Attraction and retention of top talent: Organizations that prioritize diversity and inclusion are more attractive to potential employees, particularly in younger generations who value diversity and social responsibility. A diverse and inclusive workplace can also improve employee retention rates as employees are more likely to stay in an environment where they feel respected and included.
5. Expanded customer base: Diverse teams are better equipped to understand and cater to a diverse customer base. This ability to connect with a broader range of consumers can lead to increased market share and profitability.
6. Compliance with laws and regulations: Many countries have laws and regulations that promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Embracing diversity helps organizations comply with these regulations and avoid legal issues.
7. Enhanced reputation and brand image: Companies that champion diversity and inclusion often have a more positive reputation and brand image. This can attract more customers, investors, and partners who align with the company's values.

Overall, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace not only benefits the organization but also contributes to the broader social goal of promoting equality and fairness in society. It requires a commitment from leadership, thoughtful policies and practices, and ongoing efforts to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Topics discussed in this episode:

-  The Pandemic and DEI [4:57]

-  Barriers to DEI [10:00]

-  Leading DEI [16:50]

- Negative Experiences [20:00]

- Creating Communities [23:50]

- DEI Working from Home [30:00]

- Choices [32:25]

- The World University [35:00]

- Bringing My Uniqueness [37:53]

- Keeping Talent [40:00]

 

Quote:

“DEI is not a quick fix, it needs to be funded and researched … if you as an organization don’t do the work you not solving the problem you are treating the symptoms.”

 

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Episode summary:

Council, also known as group or community dialogue, is a process of coming together to engage in meaningful conversation and collective decision-making. It plays an important role in various contexts, including communities, organizations, and even therapeutic settings.

The council provides a platform for diverse perspectives and voices to be heard. By bringing together individuals with different backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints, it allows for a more inclusive decision-making process. This can lead to better solutions, increased buy-in, and a stronger sense of community.

In this episode we learn from Jared Seide the founder of Center for Council, an organization delivering programs and training that promote communication, enhanced well-being, community building, and ways to foster compassion. The Center’s work supports a sustainable shift toward a more cooperative, creative, and engaged culture, transforming relationships, strengthening teamwork, fostering a sense of inclusion, and supporting health and wellbeing.

 

Topics discussed in this episode:

- What is Council [12:00]

- Listening Without Judgement [15:00]

- Trauma [22:38

-  Othering [23:00]

-  Relational [26:28]

-  Being Real [31:20]

-  Power Training Program [40:00]

-  Police Image [50:35]

- First Responders Burnout [60:00]

- U.S. Government [1:02:24]

 

 

Quote:

“Something amazing happens when we allow ourselves to listen without judgement.”

 

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- If you have a passion for an unserved community, a social justice problem or want to change minds contact Project Good Work at www.ProjectGood.Work to start your project of change today.

 

Episode summary:

Social impact businesses can sometimes struggle to show results due to several reasons:

1. Complexity of Social Issues: Social impact businesses often tackle complex and deeply entrenched social issues such as poverty, inequality, or climate change. These problems are multifaceted and require long-term, systemic solutions. Measuring and demonstrating tangible results in such areas can be challenging and may take time to materialize.
2. Outcome Measurement Difficulties: Measuring the impact of social initiatives can be inherently difficult. Unlike traditional businesses that can measure success through financial metrics like profit and revenue, social impact businesses need to measure their success based on social and environmental indicators. Determining how much positive change can be attributed directly to the efforts of a social impact business can be complex, requiring robust measurement frameworks and methodologies.
3. Time and Patience: Achieving significant social impact often requires long-term investment and persistence. Social issues are deeply rooted and can take time to address effectively.
4. Lack of Standardized Metrics: Unlike financial metrics, there is no universally accepted set of metrics to measure social impact. This lack of standardization can make it challenging for social impact businesses to demonstrate their results in a consistent and comparable manner.
5. External Factors: Social impact businesses are often influenced by external factors that are beyond their control. Economic conditions, policy changes, cultural norms, and other external factors can impact the ability of social impact businesses to achieve their desired outcomes. These external factors can add further complexity to measuring and demonstrating results.

In this episode, you will hear how Catherine Griffin the CEO of ImpactableX is paving the way for social impact businesses and projects to show their results and receive more funding plus change the trajectory of the problems they are addressing.

 

Topics discussed in this episode:

- Being a Changemaker [6:54]

-  Stakeholders [8:30]

- Soul Work [9:30]

-  How Emotions are Holding You Back [13:50]

- ImpactableX [15:28]

- Addressing Problems and Getting Results [22:00]

- Startups [24:55]

- What Gets Funding [29:00]

- Memorable Project 31:00]

- Where is the Change Movement Going [35:00]

 

Quote:

“I think it is important to champion the people  behind these solutions and the application of the solutions so that they can scale.”

 

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Episode summary:

While it is not accurate to say that all women hide their talents, it is true that some women may choose to downplay or hide their talents for various reasons. It's important to recognize that societal and cultural factors can influence how women perceive and express their abilities. Here are a few reasons why some women might hide their talents:

1. Gender biases: Women often face gender biases and stereotypes that suggest certain talents or fields are more suitable for men. These societal expectations can create pressure for women to downplay their skills or achievements to conform to traditional gender roles.
2. Lack of recognition: Women's talents and accomplishments are sometimes undervalued or overlooked in comparison to men. This lack of recognition can lead women to downplay their abilities to avoid standing out or facing criticism.
3. Fear of judgment: Women may fear judgment or backlash if they openly showcase their talents. They might worry about being labeled as "arrogant" or facing backlash for challenging societal norms.
4. Imposter syndrome: Many women experience imposter syndrome, which is an internal belief that their accomplishments are not deserved and they will be exposed as frauds. This can cause women to downplay their talents and feel unworthy of recognition.
5. Balancing multiple roles: Women often juggle multiple responsibilities, such as work, family, and caregiving. This can result in limited time and energy to showcase their talents fully, leading to a perception that they are hiding their abilities.

In this episode we explore what is holding women back in society and how we can move forward.

 

Topics discussed in this episode:

- Buried Talents [1:30]

- Dr. Howell [2:00]

-How Howell Got Started [3:00]

- Faith and Psychology [4:10]

- Gendered Socialization [6:00]

- Getting Things Done Today [12:20]

- Television and the White Man [14:00]

- Male Freedom [17:00]

- Girl vs. Male Chores [20:00]

- The Pandemic [22:00]

- Leaning In [24:00]

-Choice [27:00]

-The Assistant [30:00]

-The Modern Mind [36:00]

Quote:

“My book looks at implicit gendered socialization … and how it is more powerful than overt messages.”

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- If you have a passion for an unserved community, a social justice problem or want to change minds contact Project Good Work at www.ProjectGood.Work to start your project of change today.

Episode summary:

It’s 2023 and after surviving a pandemic the world experienced two real truths we were never in charge and things are never going back to what they used to be. During our time in lock down using technology to take care of your everyday needs became almost essential. Children had to have access to the internet for school, if you could find something you needed you probably had to go and buy in on Amazon and if you wanted to talk to your relatives you might have to jump on Zoom. For those who were not ready the rise of technology felt forced upon them and they have begun to worry about what is all this data being used for?

In continuation of our data month of episodes we sat down with Jeff White, CEO of Gravy Analytics.

Gravy Analytics is an enterprise location technology company providing actionable intelligence to businesses. Using its patented technology, the company brings data about people, places, and events together to understand human mobility, helping companies enhance their sales and marketing strategies and optimize business operations. Today, the company's intelligence powers leading-edge solutions for a wide range of industries—from advertising to market research, financial services to supply chain risk management—that rely on knowing how people, products, and materials move throughout the world.

 

Topics discussed in this episode:

- Scared about Data Usage [6:00]

- The Point of Data [7:30]

-Transparency and Control [8:30]

- Data Makes Life Easier [11:20]

- Origin of Data [14:16]

- Control Over the Data [17:00]

- Gatekeepers [20:00]

- Covid [23:00]

- Data and the Future [25:50]

- The Art of Connection [30:00]

- Data hygiene [40:00]

 

Quote:

“If we can use data as a friction point to understand how to make a difference, we can solve a problem.”

 

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Episode summary:

Being locked in our homes, confined to our neighborhoods, and having our awareness heighten; we watched on television, learned through social media and in some cases saw with our own eyes the crisis level that we had reached on the planet from climate change to racial and social injustice.

This overload of information and incidents left a large percentage of society feeling hopeless. What should we do, and can we really do anything as the World spins out of control? Where should we turn for our blueprint to fix these seemingly insurmountable problems? This episode explores the use of data from a global perspective through the eyes of EOS Data Analytics, a global provider of AI-powered satellite imagery analytics.

 

Topics discussed in this episode:

-Making Change [7:09]

-Science Experts [11:30]

-Educating the Populations [13:16]

-SDE 2030 Goals [17:28]

-Raising Awareness [20:26]

-Heart of EOS [31:53]

 

Quote:

“We actually have 60 scientists among, which are 25 PhD professors who work on the custom solutions.”

 

Resources mentioned in this episode:

EOSDA

UN SD Goals 2030

Soil Degradation

 

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Episode summary: Humans have also caused a significant impact on animal species due to animal exploitation and abuse. In addition to ethical concerns, animal species have a significant impact on the environment and ecosystems. One of the areas that are affecting human directly is how we interact with our farm animals. In this episode, we explore animal welfare on the farm with AJ Albrecht.

 

Topics discussed in this episode:

- Farmers Need Support [10:00]

- Chicken Farms [15:55]

- Meat Packers [19:29]

- Vegan [22:00]

-  Meat Production [25:00]

- How We Got Here [26:30]

- Factory Farming [28:00]

- How to Stop [31:00]

- Transfarmation [38:00]

- China  [39:58]

- EATS Act [43:36]

- Reduce [47:00]

 

Quote: “Eat with your wallet.”

 

Resources mentioned in this episode:

EATS Act

CAFO’s

Factory Farming

Transfarmation

 

 

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Episode summary: The climate on the planet is noticeably changing. Are we heading for doomsday sooner than we thought or is there another side of the story? In this episode we examine the concept of climate change and look at it from a different perspective than the usual end of the world version.

 

Topics discussed in this episode:

- Is Climate Change Real? [7:16]

- Climate Apocalypse [7:25]

- Ten Years to Doomsday [11:29]

- Science [13:19]

- Climate Overwhelm [23:33]

- Extreme Solutions [29:15]

- Covid [31:38]

- Consumption Problem [37:47]

- Companies and Emissions [40:51]

- Climate Panic [47:04]

 

Quote:

“If you really don't like it, quit using their stuff. You know, just evolve today. Quit using their stuff. We have so much power as individuals, the markets speak so clearly and so directly. If we don't want something, it goes away. And so if companies are bad polluters and they have a bad public record on sustainability, stop using their stuff.”

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Climaturity

RCP 8.5

COP27

United Nations

Carbon Footprint

Hurricane Katrina

Hurricane Ida

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