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What happens when the biggest risk isn't funding grassroots organisations, but failing to? In this episode, The Social Change Nest's own Ana Steiner is joined by Misbah Malik from Hope Not Hate , Oli Whittington from...
About this Podcast:
Explore the world of social change with The Social Change Pod, a platform for conversations that matter. From grassroots activism to innovative funding models, each episode delves into the trends, ideas, and stories shaping the future of community-driven movements. Join thought leaders, change-makers, and community builders as they share practical advice, discuss the latest in participatory grantmaking, and reflect on the power of collective action. Whether you're leading a social movement, working in the nonprofit sector, or just passionate about making a difference, this podcast offers inspiration and actionable insights. Podcast produced by The Social Change Nest and The Social Change Agency. Previously published under the name 'SCA Podcast'.
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What is The Social Change Pod about?
Explore the world of social change with The Social Change Pod, a platform for conversations that matter. From grassroots activism to innovative funding models, each episode delves into the trends, ideas, and stories shaping the future of community-driven movements.
What has The Social Change Pod covered recently?
Recent episodes include "036: Facing Fear with Trust: A Conversation on Funding & Community Resilience" (6 August 2026, 49 minutes), "035: Funding Change: Why Movements Need Flexible and Long-Term Support" (24 June 2026, 52 minutes), and "034: Rethinking Funding: Why Put Your Trust in Place-Based Groups" (19 May 2026, 48 minutes).
How often does The Social Change Pod publish?
The Social Change Pod publishes roughly every few months, with episodes averaging 27 minutes across 36 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Social Change Pod?
Booking probability for The Social Change Pod is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Social Change Pod requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Social Change Pod's contact route on record: verified email.
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Recent episodes
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Jun 24, 202652 minS1Why does traditional philanthropy rely so heavily on rigid, transactional controls, and how is that micro-management stifling real, systemic change? Join The Social Change Nest 's Kristen Woolf together with Claudia...
May 19, 202648 minS0Join The Social Change Nest's Rufaro Mudavanho together with Elijah Williams from Brent Giving and Andy Crosbie and Rich Gibbons from Gateshead Community Bridgebuilders, on the latest episode of The Social Change Pod as...
- Nov 13, 202534 minS0
Join The Social Change Nest's CEO, Esther Foreman and Rachel Smith, Creative Director of Make/Shift, on the latest episode of The Social Change Pod as they unpack what it really looks like to pay people fairly for their...
- Oct 8, 202424 minS0
Today we are talking about the mammoth topic of Payment for Involvement, part of our Payment for Involvement podcast series that we’ve been running over the past couple of months since the launch of the payment for...
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- Apr 30, 202419 minS0
What happens when you compensate people for their involvement, but doing so negatively impacts their eligibility for government benefits? <br /><br />Together, we'll unpack <b>why paying people for their lived...
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030: Join our board as a Non-Executive Director
Apr 5, 202313 minS31Are you a renegade anarchist who loves rules, compliance and risk management? We're looking for a new Non-Executive Director to join The Social Change Nest board. <br /><br />In this episode Pete Treganna (Non-Executive...
- Feb 21, 202320 minS0
Tactics employed by social movements are evolving, strikes are enjoying unprecedented levels of public support, and communities are increasingly taking matters into their own hands.<br /><br />Anya Stern and Aggie...
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028: What makes an effective protest movement with James Ozden from Social Change Lab
Oct 31, 202225 minS28Esther Foreman and Rachel Krengel from The Social Change Agency meet up with James Ozden, Director at Social Change Lab to explore what it takes to build an effective protest movement.<br /><br />Topics covered include...
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027: Innovating funding with Chris Manion from the British Science Association
Sep 2, 202218 minS27Today we're speaking with the Head of Grants at the British Science Association, Chris Manion. <br /><br />We'll be discussing The Ideas Fund, an innovative public engagement program that provides grants for community...
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026: Leveraging pop culture for social change with Alice Sachrajda and Marzena Zukowska
Feb 8, 202228 minS0In this episode, we chat to Alice Sachrajda and Marzena Zukowska, authors of New Brave World: The power, opportunities and potential of pop culture for social change in the UK.<br /><br />We explore the opportunities...
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025. The latest in participatory grantmaking and Shift The Power with Hannah Paterson
Apr 21, 202127 minS0We check in with Hannah Paterson on the latest developments in participatory grantmaking and the Shift The Power movement. Plus, we discuss Hannah's new role as Senior Portfolio Manager – Innovation, Policy and Practice...
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024. Everything I know about community building with Michael Parsons from Guy's and St Thomas' Charity
Dec 3, 202031 minS0This episode is a conversation between our consultant Rachel Krengel and Michael Parsons, Portfolio Manager at Guy’s and St Thomas' Charity, which is a foundation dedicated to addressing health inequalities in urban...
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023. Everything I know about community building with Lindon Rankin
Oct 6, 202020 minS0In this episode, our consultant Rachel Krengel speaks to Lindon Rankin, who is an organiser at the African ‘n’ Caribbean Wellbeing Group based in Southwark. Lindon’s is one of the many community groups we at SCA...
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022. Everything I know about social movements with Amy Hulme, fair pay campaigner and consultant
Sep 2, 202032 minS0In this podcast, speak to Amy Hulme, Senior Consultancy Manager at The Social Change Agency and fair pay campaigner, who reflects on her time campaigning for the Living Wage. <br /><br />She shares her journey into...
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021. Everything I know about movements with Mita Desai, Young Trustees Movement
Aug 5, 202027 minS0In this podcast, speak to Mita Desai, programme manager for the Young Trustees Movement. <br /><br />She shares her journey into activism and discusses how to build a successful strategy, movement-building...
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020: Digital solutions for communities and campaigners with Brian Young (Part 2)
Mar 31, 202014 minS0This is part 2 of a two-part interview featuring Brian Young, the Executive Director of Action Network in conversation with Betsy, our principal director.<br /><br />Action Network is a non-profit dedicated to providing...
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019: Digital solutions for communities and campaigners with Brian Young (Part 1)
Mar 31, 202020 minS0This is part 1 of a two-part interview featuring Brian Young, the Executive Director of Action Network in conversation with Betsy, our principal director. <br /><br />Action Network is a non-profit dedicated to...
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018: Participatory grant-making with Hannah Paterson
Feb 24, 202019 minS0In this episode, we're sitting down with Hannah Paterson a Churchill Fellow exploring participatory grant-making. <br /><br />Participatory grant-making (PGM) is a means of putting funding decisions into the hands of...
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017: Funding movements and networks with Uma Mishra-Newbery
Feb 24, 202018 minS0In this episode, we chat with Uma Mishra-Newbery, Executive Director of Women’s March Global, to talk through some of the challenges inherent in the funding sector and the opportunities that lie in changing the...
Recent guests
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Rich Gibbons
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Rachel Smith
Licensed Massage Therapy and Integrated Prenatal and Perinatal Practitioner, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
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Sapna Patel
pathologist and hematopathologist, Ross University School of Medicine
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Brian Young
Author of Thriving Girl Dad: A Dude's Guide to Raising Daughters, Transatlantic History Ramblings Podcast
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