Addison, a Southern California native, channels her lifelong passion for environmental activism into systemic change in climate and food systems, leveraging her sociology degree and diverse experience in grant writing, CRM management, and donor outreach at Solana Center for Environmental Innovation and MiraCosta College, now advocating for sustainability and equity within the food system as a member of the SDFSA family, while indulging in hobbies like knitting, baking, gardening, and spending time with her cats

Daniel's chocolate-tasting board game reflects his passion for play, double bottom-line businesses, and risk-taking entrepreneurs, as we explore Alterna's support for social enterprises like Chocolate Sero, discussing cultural shifts towards embracing risk, diversifying founders, and the symbiotic growth of businesses and social missions, all while enjoying double-impact ice cream flavors from Ben & Jerry's in this sweet conversation about impact.

Join us as Salin Geevarghese shares insights from the Oval Office to the family dinner table, navigating diverse spaces with humor and purpose.

Join us for a fascinating discussion with Jenny Flores, the Head of Small Business Growth Philanthropy for Wells Fargo, as she shares insights on redistributing $420 million to small business owners during the pandemic and her philosophy of dreaming big.

Jen Risher shares her journey of turning shame into service, tackling conversations around money, power, and privilege with candor and conviction, and sparking a movement to unlock millions of dollars from stagnant funds for nonprofit support.

From her time forming and performing with a USC dance troupe to the orange boots that she dons for big events, and how to gain a coveted ticket to her annual gumbo feast, Lisha’s take on play reveals it’s as much a counter-balance to weighty matters at work as it is her secret sauce to getting that very work done.

Join us as Alexa Harrison spills the inside scoop on her mission to spread the word about Ben & Jerry's, complete with free ice cream perks, lobby slides, and 'play break' meeting agendas.

Listen in today to hear Layla Zaidane describe the solution that’s right in front of us when it comes to healing vast divides: finding the 'third thing' – whether it’s loving French bulldogs or bowling – with her Millennial Action Project leading the way.

Glen Galaich, CEO of The Stupski Foundation, shares his urgent mission of swiftly distributing the $365 million fortune left by Larry and Joyce Stupski to impactful causes and communities.

Join us as Gail Becker discusses her journey from honoring her dad's legacy to creating a successful food company that revolutionized the industry, all while tackling issues from supply chain logistics to food insecurity and ultimately deciding who gets the first bite of chocolate ice cream.

Meet Hector Mujica, Head of Economic Opportunity for the Americas for Google.org, as he leads philanthropic efforts across the Americas and discusses the power of play in tackling monumental challenges.

Discover the incredible journey of Cecilia Munoz, from serving as a White House advisor under President Obama to advocating for immigration reform, all while finding balance through singing in a choir and indulging in card games on Zoom.

In the finale of our debut season, Kristine Michie shares her impactful journey, guided by the mantras of joy and service, while offering a glimpse into the exciting lineup of changemakers awaiting in Season Two!

In this episode, Kristine Michie unveils the secrets of effective strategic planning, challenging conventional wisdom with fresh insights and metaphors from ballast to playground equipment, advocating for shorter-term plans for greater adaptability in a volatile world.

Discover Kathyann Powell's remarkable journey from fashionista to abolishinista, dedicated to ending human trafficking and modern-day slavery, as she shares her inspiring story and global ambitions on today's episode, alongside discussions on empowering children and combating this global issue, with hints of lavender fields, Friday hooky, and vegan cheesecake.

In this episode, discover "Sugar & Salt," a playful twist on traditional SWOT analysis, alongside the engaging activity "How I Came to Care," offering practical tools to foster camaraderie and inspiration among changemakers.

Join us as Alden Stoner, CEO of Nature Sacred, shares her journey from a grade-schooler advocating for recycling to leading communities worldwide in creating green spaces, prioritizing play, and transforming ordinary places into sacred havens

In this episode, join me as I navigate the personal journey of confronting health crises and redefining wellness amidst the relentless pace of life, exploring the profound impact of stress, adrenaline, and the importance of making room for play.

Join us for an inspiring journey through Sub-Saharan Africa as we meet Lynn, bringing water and hope to South Sudan, and Ange, transforming lives through fashion entrepreneurship in Burundi, all while exploring the power of compassion and creativity to drive positive change.

Join us in the heart of the Dominican Republic as we delve into the stories of Charlie Grosso and Luis Daniel Ramirez Alfonso, two activists shaping futures in Syria and Costa Rica amidst systemic poverty, utilizing play and problem-solving to ignite change.