In the second episode of the For the Love of Humanity Podcast, host Cecelia Caspram examines how philanthropy has shifted away from its roots in community care — as influenced by capitalism, patriarchy, and white supremacy.
She argues that philanthropy needs to move away from corporate models and focus on being community-centric, advocating for transformative change in how nonprofit organizations operate.
The episode explores historical context, the influence of industrialists like Andrew Carnegie and John Rockefeller, and challenges listeners to reflect on their values and the true meaning of philanthropy.
The episode ends with a call to action to prioritize people and community in all philanthropic efforts.
00:00 Welcome to the For the Love of Humanity Podcast
01:07 Introduction to Episode 2
01:56 The Nonprofit Industrial Complex Must Be Composted
06:01 The Impact of Capitalism on Philanthropy
08:48 The Role of Patriarchy in Shaping Philanthropy
12:37 White Supremacy's Influence on Philanthropy
14:52 Corporate vs. Community-Centric Philanthropy
19:57 The True Value of Community and Relationships
24:04 Conclusion and Call to Action
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