A wide-ranging conversation about rebuilding community connections and finding courage in challenging times. The discussion explores how to bridge divides, the impact of AI on society, and the importance of maintaining human connections in an increasingly digital world
Featured Organizations & Programs
Homeboy Industries - World's largest gang rehabilitation program
The Giving Pledge - Philanthropic initiative by wealthy individuals
Stanford Internet Observatory - Research on internet security and social media
Harvard Kennedy School - Where Marshall Ganz teaches
Responsible Innovation Labs - Working on ethical AI development
Key People Referenced
Father Greg Boyle - Founder of Homeboy Industries
Marshall Ganz - Community organizer and Harvard professor
MacKenzie Scott - Philanthropist
Bishop Mariann Budde - Episcopal Bishop of Washington
Warren Buffett - Co-founder of the Giving Pledge
Bill & Melinda Gates - Co-founders of the Giving Pledge
Pierre & Pam Omidyar - Mentioned for philanthropy work
John & Ann Doerr - Referenced for impact investing
Additional Resources
The Audacious Project (mentioned in philanthropy discussion)
X Prize Foundation
National Geographic's history programming
The future of live events vs. AI-generated content
Project 2025 (mentioned in political discussion)
Production Notes
Hosted by Phil Available on major podcast platforms including Spotify and Apple Podcasts
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