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Good Nonsense
by Evan Wildstein & Tasha Van Vlack
Good Nonsense is a no-BS show hosted by nonprofit veteran Evan Wildstein and nonprofit cheerleader/superfan Tasha Van Vlack. Part candid conversation, part reality check, and part therapy session. It’s for all of YOU in and around nonprofits. No fluff. No jargon. Just real talk with smart people who care. Welcome to Good Nonsense. An honest show about life in the social sector. Know someone we should have on the show? Email us at [email protected]!
Episodes
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Building Empathy Muscle — with Michael Le
Attorney-turned-nonprofiteer Michael Le is a delightful human. The kind you enjoy getting to know. The kind who believes in building “empathy muscle” by planting himself in the mission work… whether or not that work appears on his job description, which we talked about, and more. Along the way we...
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Strategy, Change, and Teal Pumpkins — with Veronica LaFemina
Ever since Tasha and Evan learned about Veronica LaFemina’s concept of a one-page strategic plan, they were hooked. Years later, it’s been exciting following along as she advises nonprofits on addressing vacancies, siloes, and collective success. On this episode we talked about all of it. Along…
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Going Beyond Elections to Reimagine Democracy — with Sam Reusch
Nonprofiteers may not think of “democracy work” as nonprofit work, but it absolutely is. On this episode, Apathy is Boring’s executive director Sam Reusch talks about how democracy is an ongoing conversation—one that helps us decide what type of country, province, or community we want. Along the...
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A totally and completely serious nonprofit meditation—with Evan Wildstein
Nonprofiteers, as we enter the fun of year-end mishegoss, we know you need a moment to pause, reflect, and smell the bagels. Join us for this brief, five-minute meditation to find your center. With love, Tasha & Evan
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Being Curious, Empathetic, Affirming, and Helpful — with Tim Parsons
We were delighted to be Tim Parsons’ first-ever podcast, and what a deep conversation it was. From Dungeons & Dragons to empathy to disorienting dilemmas and beyond, Tim showed us why having different people in the room allows us to do big things. Along the way we dived into — Why our work…
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Doing Big Things as an Introverted Leader — with Kimberly Lewis
Kimberly Lewis is a wonderfully warm nonprofit leader who pairs grit with grace. From saving an agency from bankruptcy to walking the floor at Goodwill, this conversation with Kimberly shows what true leadership is: presence and heart. Along the way we dive into — Balancing introversion with…
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Building a Future We May Never See Ourselves — with Matthew Ratz
“What is is not what will always be.” If Matthew Ratz had a family crest, this might be the phrase it dons. A nonprofiteer for 15+ years, Matthew weaves that spirit into his social sector work, and beyond—and we spoke about it openly in this episode. Along the way we dive into — Inspiring care...
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Getting Nonprofit Loud — with Maia Iva
Whether she’s saving Ukrainian animals in need or building scalable nonprofit infrastructure, Maia Iva is an expert in getting loud. And Maia’s work isn’t simply compelling—it’s strategic, resilient, and steeped in values. On this episode we dived into — Thinking openly about risk and...
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Nonprofit Punk Rock Possibilities — with Aleda Gagarin
In this episode, we’re joined by Aleda Gagarin, a nonprofiteer who rocks AND rolls. As VP of Influence, Aleda leads big work at Candid… when she’s not stirring up the sector in literal (and figurative) mosh pits. Along the way, we dive into — Candid’s sector-supporting data and research The need…
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Social Impact Staff Retention — with Michelle Flores Vryn
On this special summer episode, we're showcasing a LinkedIn Live event we hosted with our friend, Michelle Flores Vryn. During the conversation, we spoke with Michelle about the annual Social Impact Staff Retention (SISR) data project, which she co-pilots with Evan. Along the way we dived into —...
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A fabulous first season — with Tasha and Evan
On this episode, Tasha and Evan give a happy, little recap of the soulful, practical, and often hilarious conversations they had during Season One. The trip down memory lane went a bit further, with a long-overdue introduction to their own nonprofit journeys. Along the way we dive into the big...
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Good grief — with Samira Moosavi
On this episode we’re joined by Samira Moosavi, a nonprofiteer who makes it her task to support people navigating life’s great challenges. Her work is no small feat—being on a reparative journey with children, teens, and families experiencing grief. Along the way we dive into — How stories build...
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Being seen, heard, and valued — with Maryann Kerr
On this episode we’re joined by Maryann Kerr, a nonprofit rockstar who has graced the field with her awesomeness for more than 40 years. Part sage, part truthsayer, part rabblerouser, Maryann brings her decades of experience and wisdom to a warm conversation about little victories…
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Race, age & boundaries — with Jonah Nigh
On this episode we’re joined by Jonah Nigh—part fundraiser, part stand up comic (yes, seriously), part TV star (yes, again, seriously), and more. Having been at the helm of many organizations’ philanthropy programs, Jonah gets real about things that make most nonprofiteers uncomfortable. Along…
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Nonprofit systems... and how we change them — with Michelle Flores Vryn
In this episode, we’re joined by the one and only Michelle Flores Vryn. With serious chops as a practitioner and partner in marketing, communications, fundraising, and strategy, Michelle makes the social sector more equitable, more collaborative, and more spirited. Along the way, we dive into —...
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The nonprofit job hunt — with Brieanna Quinn
In this episode, we’re joined by Brieanna Quinn, a 25-year fundraising veteran who’s been refreshingly open and honest with the world about her nonprofit job search. Along the way, we dive into — Everything currently keeping nonprofiteers unfocused and burnt out Why we need empathy and unity over...
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The nonprofit retention revolution — with Erica Keswin
In this episode, we’re joined by Erica Keswin, the three-time (!) Wall Street Journal bestselling author on all-things-great human leadership. While not a nonprofiteer, herself, Erica brings the realness on what the social sector can be doing better for its people. (Spoiler alert: much of it...
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The "run nonprofits like a business" fallacy — with Ariel Glassman
In this episode, we’re joined by fellow rabble-rouser Ariel Glassman. Ariel’s helped organizations (on four continents!) raise tens of millions of dollars through a collective approach, which she leads with her firm, Common Great. Along the way, we dive into — Uncovering the real problems of…
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Getting out of the house — with Melinda English
In this very first episode of Good Nonsense, we’re starting strong with a conversation that hits at the heart of what’s wrong (and what’s possible) in the nonprofit world. We’re joined by Melinda English—a nonprofit HR/talent pro turned for-profit leader—to talk about what’s missing in nonprofit...
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Good Nonsense is a no-BS show hosted by nonprofit veteran Evan Wildstein and nonprofit cheerleader/superfan Tasha Van Vlack. Part candid conversation, part reality check, and part therapy session. It’s for all of YOU in and around nonprofits. No fluff. No jargon. Just real talk with smart people who care. Welcome to Good Nonsense. An honest show about life in the social sector. Know someone we should have on the show? Email us at [email protected]!
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