Do More Good podcast

Whether you like it or not, plastic (and the huge amounts of it we are producing) is going to affect the causes you work for or care about in some way. As a sector we're not great at how we deal with it so we went in search of a couple of people who were leading the way. Hanging out at Somerset House we stumbled across Trewin, CEO of environmental charity Hubbub who are winning awards for their work. Then we ran up to the Serpentine to meet with Persephone and Kristen from the Royal Parks who explained how they reduced their impact on the environment at the Half Marathon this year.
In our chats we discovered some simple ways you can change your behaviour and that of others through mind-tricks, gamification, facilitation and the humble rubbish bin. We also discover how to carry water in seaweed and who the best footballer in the world is. I know, I know, we're good to you...
For more on the subject you can follow Trewin, Hubbub and the Royal Parks on:
@TrewinR
@hubbubUK
@RoyalParksHalf
and see the vlogs at:
www.youtube.com/user/hellohubbubUK

For the first official episode of Season Two we chat about Mat and Pat. We talk to Tash and Patrick about their different experiences of leave in the charity sector and we make a dash up to Kings Cross to find out what Google offer their employees. Chloe quits her job, Tash wants a party, Patrick calls for a revolution and Wilbur steals the show.
Whether you're a manager, a colleague or a parent yourself here are some do's and don't's around leave in the sector and what we can do better.
You can find Patrick on @Civility1 and at www.outrageousimpact.co.uk
Tash is on www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-evans-b0895732/
Chloe was at www.google.com and now at www.deliveroo.co.uk

James braves the North to record a bonus episode live from the Institute of Fundraising's Scottish Conference. Ably assisted by Danielle we hear from delegates, sponsors and speakers including none other than Amanda Bringans, Virginia Anderson, Gary Kernahan, Sebastian Jenkins and fan's favorite Jeremy Gould. Warning, this episode may contain bagpipery.

The pod is missing Kenneth this week as James goes solo on a recording live at the IOF Convention. Fortunately Sandy is on hand to keep things professional and the duo are joined between sessions by Diveesha, Libby, Nina and Helen. Hecklers want to know where all the good fundraisers go, we discuss what we can learn from Uber, how to negotiate with your trousers on and we're reminded to always check the details when booked for a Hindu temple.

This week's episode is brought to you on a lunchtime from the White Hart in Southwark. Sandy shares her insight after 15 years working with charities during her time at Blackbaud, James has had a difficult week only improved by his obsession with pirates and Kenneth removes his Hawaiian shirt following a recent pitch.

Recorded on the Friday before the Bank Holiday, the boys discuss the arrival of GDPR - but it isn't all fun - they also work through James' terrible week, a Blue Peter awakening and the demand for DMG merch. Fortunately (confirmed BDIF) Lucy Gower turns up to provide value on innovation, confidence and her predictions for how integrated both should become. Plus advice on not staying in your job for 18 months. Thought-Leader Kenneth blows our minds with the importance of sleep and then heads of on holiday before Gary the Dog completely steals the show.

This week Kenneth and James are joined by Dina Bhadreshwara (Senior Digital Marketing Manager - Marie Curie). Recorded from The Salt Point in Liverpool Street, Dina shares her view on the role of digital in charities, what the future looks like and gives advice to those looking to move into a digital role. Also, Robot-Kenneth makes an appearance, James finally asks a good question and Dina shares her experiences with naked calendars.

It's Saturday 21st of April and the Do More Good podcast comes live from the London Marathon expo. Kenneth and James catch-up with Teenage Cancer Trust, Marie Curie, Alzheimer's Society & Bloodwise and hear about what their plans are for marathon day. James opens his wallet for the first time, Kenneth hugs everyone in sight and the boys discuss plans ahead of the big day.

This week Kenneth and James leave Kings Cross and venture up to Angel to record from the Pearl & Feather public house. After a few busy weeks of events the boys decide to explore what makes a good supporter journey and share some of their experience. Also, Kenneth enjoys wearing a shell-suit far too much, James discusses creating short videos with an interesting selection of words and they look ahead to the Easter break.