Seven fundraising podcasts to treat your ears to

Staying on top of news, trends, and best practice is essential in the fast-moving world of fundraising.

But doing it is easier said than done.

Between grant applications, volunteer recruitment, and campaign planning, there’s little time for learning.

However, whitepapers and webinars aren’t the only way to stay in the know.

There’s a ton of fundraising podcasts out there, covering everything from CPD to regulation.

And they can be consumed passively, in bite-sized chunks, while you’re on the go.

Ready to level up your fundraising knowledge?

Here are seven podcasts to wrap your ears around.

1.     Do More Good

This bi-monthly podcast sees hosts Kenneth Foreman & James Wright invite experts from the world of charity and social enterprise to the pub for light-hearted discussions about fundraising and personal development, over a pint or two.

And the informal conversations cover everything from leadership and innovation to fundraising and current affairs.

Each episode is packed with handy insights and takeaways.

Be sure to check out this episode, in which Anne Aslett, CEO of the Elton John AIDS Foundation talks candidly about problem-solving, imposter syndrome, and the importance of collaborative working.

Listen here.

2.     Tech for Good Live

Community-based organisation, Tech for Good Live has been operating since 2016 to promote and encourage the benefits of using technology for good.

In this weekly cast, the hosts share the latest tech news and grill charity leaders about the challenges they’ve faced and the innovative ways they’ve used technology to tackle them.

From AI and gamification to social media fundraising and accessibility, the pod deep dives into the ever-changing landscape of tech and how charities are using it to tackle some of the world’s most pressing issues.

Listen here.

3.     Third Sector podcast 

This 30-minute, weekly podcast is produced by the team behind Third Sector magazine.

And, much like the magazine, it gives listeners the lowdown on the latest news and views from the not-for-profit sector.

The hosts speak to sector leaders and CEOs, who share their thoughts on topical issues, and provide tips and advice on common challenges charities face.

Recent episodes have tackled sector pay, climate change, and the challenges small charities are facing during the cost-of-living crisis.

Listen here.  

4.     What Donors Want

Launched in 2017, this award-winning podcast from I.G. Advisors gets the inside track on major gift fundraising from the donor’s perspective.

Featuring conversations with the donors themselves, the team gets answers to the important questions: what they want, what they don’t want, and what goes into a successful major gift partnership.

The perfect podcast for insight, tips, and advice on how to attract major donors, guests have included Victoria Vrana, Deputy Director of Philanthropic Partnerships at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and Hannah Paterson, Senior Portfolio Manager at the National Lottery Community Fund.

Listen here.

5.     Legacy fundraising chat

This pod is the brainchild of experienced Legacy Marketing Manager, Sanita Guddu.

Having trained and managed multiple legacy teams, and presented at 100+ legacy events, she knows her fundraising onions.

The bite-sized episodes cover everything from donor motivation to legacy telephone campaigns.

And you can expect insights, advice, and a ton of actionable tips.

An easy way to level up your legacy fundraising game.

Listen here.

6.     Fundraising Radicals

Presented by award-winning global fundraising expert Craig Pollard, this bi-monthly pod aims to ‘turn the world of fundraising downside-up, to bring global voices and perspectives with new ideas and inspiration for fundraising leaders everywhere’.

Each episode sees Craig engage in unscripted conversations with leaders of nonprofits, community projects, and movements in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America.

Together, they explore what fundraising is, where it can be done, who can do it, and how.

Listen here.

7.     Charity Digital Podcast

Want to stay ahead of the digital curve?

Kickstart your digital journey?

Or find out how charities are making the most of digital technology?

Check out Charity Digital’s bi-monthly pod.

Designed to connect fundraisers to the latest trends in the ‘scary’ world of 'digital', the hosts break down complex tech topics and share their insights on everything from gaming for good to online communication.

Packed with case studies and nuggets of advice, it’s essential listening for every digital fundraiser.

Listen here.

Looking for a savvy fundraiser to stay on top of trends, regulations, and best practice? We can help.

Give us a call on 0203 750 3111 or email info@bamboofundraising.co.uk to get the ball rolling.