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Distilling Philanthropy
Hosted by Josh Stamer · business · EN-US
About this Podcast:
Distilling Philanthropy is a guest-driven, conversation-led podcast that explores philanthropy through the lived perspectives of the people who engage with it through their own work and lives. Set in a speakeasy, not a boardroom, the podcast dispels convention and leans into the moment.Each episode features honest, long-form conversations with guests who share how they personally view philanthropy. By understanding how they define it, wrestle with it, and experience its impact, they are able to move beyond traditional narratives. The podcast looks at the real opinions, trade-offs, and moments that shape meaningful change.Distilling Philanthropy creates space for open dialogue around responsibility, generosity, and the complexities that sit at the intersection of impact and intention.
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What is Distilling Philanthropy about?
Distilling Philanthropy is a guest-driven, conversation-led podcast that explores philanthropy through the lived perspectives of the people who engage with it through their own work and lives. Set in a speakeasy, not a boardroom, the podcast dispels convention and leans into the moment. Each episode features honest, long-form conversations with guests who share how they personally view philanthropy.
Who hosts Distilling Philanthropy?
Distilling Philanthropy is hosted by Josh Stamer. The show has published 13 episodes to date.
What has Distilling Philanthropy covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Why Philanthropy Is Really Just Love of Mankind" (29 September 2026, 55 minutes), "The Dollar Taylor Lewan Gives Before He Writes the Check" (15 September 2026, 57 minutes), and "Why So Much Money Just Sits There" (1 September 2026, 56 minutes).
How often does Distilling Philanthropy publish?
Distilling Philanthropy publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 48 minutes across 13 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Distilling Philanthropy?
Booking probability for Distilling Philanthropy is 29%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Distilling Philanthropy requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Distilling Philanthropy's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Distilling Philanthropy?
The strongest fits for Distilling Philanthropy are Foundations & Philanthropy. Distilling Philanthropy has a business audience.
About the host
Josh Stamer hosts Distilling Philanthropy, a business podcast with 13 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Sep 15, 202657 minS2
Taylor Lewan, former NFL offensive lineman and co-host of Bussin' With The Boys, joins Distilling Philanthropy with unusual honesty about how he came to giving. He admits he was long suspicious of athlete charity and...
Episode #3
Why So Much Money Just Sits There
Sep 1, 202656 minS2Marisa Swystun spent her career in the nonprofit and philanthropic sector before moving into wealth management, and that crossover shapes how she counsels donors. She makes the case that giving well starts with...
Episode #2
Why Smart Giving Starts With the Outcome
Aug 18, 202652 minS2Ali Harnell, founder of Live Nation Women, joins Distilling Philanthropy for a candid conversation about giving when you have the means to solve problems, not just fund them. She makes the case for starting with a...
- Aug 4, 202649 minS2
Shawn Johnson East and Andrew East built a large platform through athletics, relationships, and years of storytelling, and in this conversation they turn that lens on giving. They make the case that seeing the work...
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- May 13, 202654 minS1
<p >In this conversation, Tony talks about what it actually takes to move philanthropy from obligation to intention — why the standard "know your client" framework falls short, what advisors are still afraid to ask, and...
- Apr 29, 202656 minS1
<p>In this conversation, Ty talks about what a decade on the road with Extreme Makeover: Home Edition taught him about genuine service, why the skilled trades represent one of the most overlooked philanthropic...
Episode #5
All Giving Is Not The Same
Apr 15, 202621 minS1<p>This conversation covers what separates high-impact giving from well-intentioned giving, why fear is the single biggest deterrent to purposeful philanthropy, how the virtuous cycle of purpose-driven giving actually...
Episode #4
The Gap Between "Wealthy" and "Rich"
Apr 1, 202658 minS1<p>In this episode of Distilling Philanthropy, Rob and Josh cover the distinction between being wealthy and having money, why overcommitting to a cause tends to produce better outcomes than optimizing your giving, how...
- Mar 18, 202655 minS1
<p>In this conversation, Stuart and Josh explore what it takes to move from reactive giving to root cause philanthropy, why false consensus is one of the most expensive problems in family governance and donor strategy...
- Mar 4, 202653 minS1
<p >In this episode of Distilling Philanthropy, Kevin and Ben join host Josh Stamer for a candid conversation about what it actually means to be a trusted advisor to high-net-worth families — not just picking good...
- Feb 18, 202658 minS1
<p>In this episode of Distilling Philanthropy, Josh Stamer sits down with Kari Hernandez (SVP of Growth at Ren, Inc.) to challenge how we measure (and practice) modern philanthropy. They dig into donor-advised funds...
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