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Agency for Change : A Podcast from KidGlov
Hosted by KidGlov · EN
Working in an advertising agency, you meet some fascinating people. You also have the power to tell their stories. Agency for Change brings you interviews with people who are using their power to change the world around them in positive ways. Each episode focuses on one of these changemakers: the issue they’re addressing, the programs, products or services they’re providing to drive change, how they’re getting the word out about that change and the impact they’re having on people’s lives. Prepare to be inspired! Each of us can play a part in making positive change – and these are the people who show us how. Be sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss one of these uplifting interviews. If you know a changemaker you’d like us to consider for a future episode, please let us know. This podcast is produced by KidGlov, an advertising agency dedicated to helping change-making clients amplify their message, so they can focus on what they do best.
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Changemaker Alex Wagner, Director Of Strategic Initiatives, Magnitude of Change
Nov 2600:38:32Tap to summarizeWhat happens when technology, media, and purpose collide? We sit down with Alex Wagner, Director of Strategic Initiatives at Magnitude of Change, to explore how a research-led, values-driven media consultancy turns attention into action for public health and social impact. From the early pandemic days supporting the California Department of Public Health to statewide work on the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, Alex reveals how data, empathy, and behavior science come together to reach people at the right time and place.We dig into the mechanics of meaningful campaigns—paid search and social tuned for help-seeking, streaming audio and CTV built for trust, and digital out-of-home that meets people in their daily paths. We also talk about the rigor behind the work: qualitative and quantitative research, community-informed creative, and the governance standards that come with certified B Corp status and membership in 1% for the Planet. Welcome to the Agency for Change podcast.Connect with Alex and Magnitude of Change at: · Email Alex – alex.wagner@magnitudeofchange.com· Website – https://www.magnitudeofchange.com/
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Changemaker Tara Knuth, Chief Executive Officer, Lincoln Children's Museum
Nov 1900:18:54Tap to summarizeWhat if learning felt more like play?In this episode of Agency for Change, Lyn visits the Lincoln Children’s Museum to chat with Tara Knuth, the museum’s CEO, about creating spaces where curiosity leads the way. From a brand-new “sock rink” winter wonderland to the soon-to-open LNKLab for older kids, Tara and her team are proving that fun and learning go hand in hand.Together, Lyn and Tara explore why play is essential to building confidence, creativity, and resilience, and how the museum helps families connect, grow, and learn through experiences of pure joy. Tara also shares her personal journey from early childhood education to leading one of Lincoln’s most beloved institutions and her inspiring reminder that falling isn’t failing.Whether you’re a parent, educator, or lifelong learner, this episode will leave you smiling and inspired to say “yes” to play.Welcome to the Agency for Change podcast.Connect with Tara and Lincoln Children’s Museum at: · Website – https://lincolnchildrensmuseum.org/· Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/LincolnChildrensMuseum· Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/lincolnchildrensmuseum/
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Changemaker Melissa Robinson-Winemiller, Author, TedX Speaker, Trainer, EQ via Empathy
Nov 1200:25:53Tap to summarizeWant a culture where people speak up, solve problems, and actually enjoy working together? We sit down with Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller, TEDx speaker, EQ coach, and author of The Empathetic Leader, to show how empathy shifts teams from fear and friction to trust and momentum. Practical empathy that leaders can apply now to spark innovation, raise engagement, and grow profit.Melissa shares a striking turnaround story: a mid-level director inherits a divided team with lagging engagement and chooses a simple route—show up daily, listen closely, and be human. Within weeks, ideas surface, workflows improve, and the profit needle finally moves. This isn’t about lowering standards; it’s about understanding context so you can use the right emotional intelligence tool at the right time.Welcome to the Agency for Change podcast.Connect with Melissa and EQ via Empathy at: · Website – http://eqviaempathy.com/· Get Melissa’s book, The Empathetic Leader: https://eqviaempathy.com/books/· Get a free chapter of the book: http://eq-via-empathy.kit.com/6f8715f3c2
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Changemaker Samantha Ruth, Founder and Owner, Griefhab
Nov 500:17:23Tap to summarizeGrief doesn’t wait for office hours, and neither should support. We sit down with psychologist, speaker, and bestselling author Samantha Ruth to explore how loss reshapes everyday life—and how her 24-7 community, Griefhab, provides real help when the world goes quiet. From the moment a tire goes flat to the night you can’t face dinner, Samantha’s team steps in with licensed care and practical, task-based support so you don’t have to navigate it alone.Samantha shares the personal story behind Griefhab and the hard-won insight that healing has no timetable. We dig into why well-meaning advice like “snap out of it” causes harm, how to honor your own pace when dealing with belongings, and what it takes to build a trusted team across time zones. Samantha’s guiding belief—what makes you different makes you beautiful—runs through every story and tool she shares, inviting us to turn away from stigma and toward compassion. Welcome to the Agency for Change podcast.Connect with Samantha and Griefhab at: · Griefhab’s Website – http://griefhab.org/· Samantha’s Website – https://samantharuth.com/· Griefhab Facebook group – https://www.facebook.com/groups/1732303773613224· Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/griefhab/
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Changemaker Danette O’Connell, Director, Social Venture Partners New York City
Oct 2900:28:54Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Lyn welcomes back a familiar voice, Danette O’Connell, Director of Social Venture Partners New York City and Founder of The Nonprofit Cooperative.Danette shares exciting news about the launch of SVP New York City, a powerful new giving circle designed to strengthen underfunded nonprofits and drive equity-centered change. Lyn and Danette explore how this model combines philanthropy, mentorship, and community collaboration to amplify the impact of small nonprofits, the organizations doing critical, hands-on work across our communities.Learn why 85% of U.S. nonprofits operate on under $1 million a year, how SVP’s trust-based philanthropy approach changes the game, and how anyone can make a bigger impact by giving both time and treasure.If you’re passionate about supporting small nonprofits, this conversation will leave you inspired and ready to act.Welcome to the Agency for Change podcast.
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Changemaker Peter Georgariou, CEO and Founder, karmadharma
Oct 2200:26:25Tap to summarizeWhat if the real strategy isn’t a new framework, but a braver version of you? In this episode, we sit down with Peter Georgariou, CEO and Founder of karmadharma, for a candid conversation about what it really takes to build a purpose-driven agency. Peter shares how brand can serve as a beacon, B Corp as a compass, and culture as the true competitive edge.Together, we unpack the power of choosing a name that attracts values-aligned clients, why linear plans fail without inner growth, and how presence and trust often outshine speed and scripts.We also trade insights on profit as propulsion, purpose as priority, and leadership that dares to ask better questions instead of rushing to answers—a reminder that meaningful growth starts from within.Welcome to the Agency for Change podcast.Connect with Peter and karmadharma at: · Website – https://karmadharma.ca/· LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/karmadharma-agency/· Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/karmadharma.agency· Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/karmadharma.agency/· Peter’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/petergeorgariou/
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Changemaker Leah Droge, Executive Director, Friendship Home
Oct 1500:18:42Tap to summarizeThe first day of school should feel ordinary—new shoes, a backpack, a steady morning routine. For many families escaping violence, that ordinary moment is an act of courage. We sit with Friendship Home’s Executive Director, Leah Droge, to explore what safety really takes: round-the-clock support, child advocates who meet kids where they are, and a community that knows how to listen without judgment. Leah brings 21 years of experience, from answering crisis calls to leading a team that serves over 150 people across 62 households, and she explains why demand for services has climbed more than 30% since 2021. If you care about safe housing, survivor advocacy, and building a compassionate, coordinated community, this episode offers both a roadmap and a reason to act.Welcome to the Agency for Change podcast.Connect with Leah and Friendship Home at: · Website – https://friendshiphome.org/
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Changemaker Anne Wintemute, CEO, Aimee Says
Oct 800:28:25Tap to summarizeWhat if a survivor of relationship abuse could turn chaos into clarity before ever stepping into a lawyer’s office or a courtroom? We sit down with Anne Wintemute, Co-Founder and CEO of Aimee Says, to explore how a trauma-informed AI companion helps people impacted by relationship abuse feel seen, be believed, and prepare credible evidence that systems can act on. We dig into how Aimee works in practice: transforming scattered memories into structured timelines, matching lived experiences with statutes, and producing clear statements that reduce the burden on someone already exhausted by fear and logistics. The takeaway is simple and powerful: when research, advocacy, and evidence standards meet survivors where they are—on their phones, at their pace—access to justice becomes more attainable.If you’re a friend, colleague, or leader who wants to help, keep your door open, share resources like AimeeSays.com, and listen without judgment.Connect with Anne and Aimee Says at: · Website – www.aimeesays.com
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