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System Catalysts

System Catalysts

Hueman Group Media

We can't fix the world alone. But we all know that collaborating is hard. And systems? Well, they seem to be allergic to change. So how do we do it without losing our damn minds?


On System Catalysts, you will learn from activists, philanthropists, and change makers who put their egos aside to improve the systems that run the world. This season, we’ll be looking into healthcare, marriage equality, migration, climate and more. Join Jeff Walker and English Sall as they go behind-the-scenes of systems change, cracking the code on making the world a better place.


System Catalysts is produced by Hueman Group Media.



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System Catalysts - What Donors Need to Know with English and Jeff
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05/14/24 • 20 min

Donors might be well-intended, but they often don’t know how to be true partners to the people they fund. Today, hosts Jeff and English talk about the barriers that prevent donors and system catalysts from collaborating effectively, and explore how to overcome them.


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System Catalysts - Want to Win? Get Engaged with Marc Solomon
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02/20/24 • 29 min

According to a recent poll, 71% of Americans think same-sex marriage should be legal, compared to 27% in 1996. Marc Solomon, a partner at Civitas Public Affairs, was at the forefront of this remarkable shift. Today, Jeff speaks to Marc about the strategies for systems change he used in the long fight to legalize same-sex marriage, including engagement, persuasion and community mobilization.


If you want to learn more about Civitas Public Affairs, visit civitaspublicaffairs.com


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Having trouble forging effective and lasting partnerships? Granted, it’s hard, but Jean Oelwang, the CEO of Virgin Unite, is here to help. She wrote a whole book about the subject called “Partnering.” So listen up if you want to collaborate like a pro!


If you want to learn more about Virgin Unite, visit unite.virgin.com.


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System Catalysts - Threading the Story in the Data with Senan Ebrahim
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03/12/24 • 28 min

How do the millions of refugees across the globe get health care? Mostly, they don’t. Senan Ebrahim wants to change that. He is the co-founder and chair of Hikma Health, an organization that uses data and technology to get refugees the health care they deserve.


If you want to learn more about Hikma Health, visit hikmahealth.org


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Do you feel like your organization isn’t making enough of an impact?

Here’s why: you’re not close enough to the issue you’re solving or the people you’re helping. Take it from our guest, Jacqueline Novogratz, CEO of Acumen. She’s a veteran of the social-change space who supports social entrepreneurs across the globe through impact investing. If you want to learn how to turn a local effort into a global movement, you better listen to this episode.


If you want to learn more about Acumen, visit acumen.org


Also referenced in this episode:


acumenacademy.org


Manifesto for a Moral Revolution


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System Catalysts - Caring for Caregivers with Ai-Jen Poo
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03/19/24 • 28 min

Our guest today is a true leader. Ai-jen Poo is the president of the National Domestic Workers Alliance, an organization that fights for the rights of the 2 million domestic and care workers across the country. In our conversation, she talks about her early organizing days, how to pass bills state by state and the looming future of the care industry.


If you want to learn more about the NDWA, visit domesticworkers.org


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System Catalysts - Presenting: Disruptors for Good
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11/18/24 • 31 min

Today, we are giving you a taste of a show we think you'll love. I'm talking about Disruptors for GOOD, a podcast that features social entrepreneurs around the world who have dedicated their lives to businesses that have a positive impact. It is hosted by Grant Trahant, the founder of the media platform Cause Artist. In this episode, Grant talks to Brett Hagler, CEO and Co-founder, of New Story Homes, on using philanthropy and market-based solutions to solve the global housing crisis.


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System Catalysts - Can Systems Change Be Spiritual? with Jeroo Billimoria
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10/22/24 • 27 min

Jeroo Billimoria’s passion for collaboration is at the core of the many global organizations she’s built. Her latest venture, Catalyst 2030, brings together social entrepreneurs from around the world to share knowledge and resources, empowering each community to find their own solutions.


In this episode, Jeroo and Jeff chat about the philosophy that drives systems change work. If you're curious about the mindset needed to create lasting impact, you won't want to miss this conversation!


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Setting goals sounds simple, but it isn’t. If they’re too broad, you’ll never know if you’ve reached them and if they’re too specific, they won’t get people’s attention. Our guest today, John McArthur, will help you find that Goldilocks zone. He’s the Director of the Center for Sustainable Development at the Brookings Institute and the Co-founder of the 17 Rooms initiative. John has been working on sustainable development goals for most of his career and in our conversation, he shares valuable insights, practical tips and his overall philosophy on the art goal setting.


If you want to learn more about 17 Rooms, visit brookings.edu/17-rooms


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System Catalysts - How to Partner with Governments
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04/02/24 • 24 min

Imagine having a sick child, no access to transportation, and the nearest hospital being hundreds of miles away. Without community health workers, this is the reality of about half of the world’s population.


Under the leadership of Phyllis Heydt and Claire Qureshi, CHAP's international work has brought together key players in the community health system for roughly a decade.


Today, they share insights on playing the long game when it comes to systems change and the importance of working with governments.


If you want to learn more about CHAP, visit chap.health.


If you want to learn more about The Missing Billion Initiative, visit themissingbillion.org


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FAQ

How many episodes does System Catalysts have?

System Catalysts currently has 67 episodes available.

What topics does System Catalysts cover?

The podcast is about Non-Profit, Racism, Change, Inclusion, Entrepreneurship, Activism, Mental Health, Podcasts, Connection, Health, Business, Philanthropy and Food.

What is the most popular episode on System Catalysts?

The episode title 'Expanding Opportunities for the Formerly Incarcerated with Mission: Launch' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on System Catalysts?

The average episode length on System Catalysts is 33 minutes.

How often are episodes of System Catalysts released?

Episodes of System Catalysts are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of System Catalysts?

The first episode of System Catalysts was released on Apr 25, 2023.

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