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Do More Good podcastEpisode 129 Juliet Bouverie OBE on empathy, growth and the Stroke Association"Oh no, we've got the Chief Executive with us."We’re talking to Juliet Bouverie, Chief Executive of the Stroke Association. Juliet has led and influenced strategic work at organisations like Macmillan Cancer Support, the Stroke Association and the NHS. She co-chairs the Stroke Delivery Programme Board with NHS England, sits on the NHS Assembly, and was awarded an OBE in 2020. Juliet brings a wealth of experience in policy, service delivery, and organisational leadership, and even ran the London Marathon to support her cause.James is back from breaking bones, jumping into the conversation wh...2025-07-2558 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 128 The importance of Play with Rick Jenner"Play isn't about sport or competition. It's about joy, connections and creating space where everyone feels they belong."We’re joined by Rick Jenner, a man on a mission to get more people moving, playing, and connecting. Rick is the CEO of ParkPlay — a young and ambitious charity bringing free, fun, and active play to parks across the UK. Since launching in 2020, ParkPlay has grown to nearly 100 community events and welcomed over 11,000 children and families to meet, move and play.Kenneth flies solo (again!) for this one, as slacker James is taking a mysterious annu...2025-07-0849 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 127 Small Charity, Big Headache with Emma Cantrell MBE'Why don't you just shut it down?"Emma Cantrell MBE is a visionary leader, consultant, and social entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in the charity sector. She’s the founder of First Days Children’s Charity, where she built a thriving organisation from the ground up, ensuring financial stability, growing a dedicated team, and supporting families in need. As its CEO, and now Chair of Trustees, she has been instrumental in shaping its strategy and vision. Kenneth meanwhile, recounts his experience as the organiser of a recent stag do, we join James for t...2025-04-2258 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 126: How to side-hustle with Rob Green"The most important person in the organisation is the Database Manager"James is getting excited about a new financial year and Kenneth has spent four days in the big smoke, avoiding the jabs from his kids. We revist our GCSEs and the question of whether face to face fundraisers make the best fundraisers. There's getting a reality check early, meeting your heroes, selling a cookie, an outcome and a cause. Our guest describes the subtle difference between a digital approach to fundraising rather than a fundraising approach to digital, where inspiration for a company name comes...2025-03-171h 08Do More Good podcastEpisode 123: Taking risks, being bold and not having the budget to be boring with Tim Parry“I still bleed orange¨This week Kenneth is flying solo on a nostalgic episode, reminiscing with former Director of Communications, Brand and Digital at Alzheimer’s Research UK. They get into growing up with an organisation, being in the right place at the right time in a risk-averse charity that needed to take risks to garner attention and becoming BFFs with Samuel L Jackson (yes, that one). There’s the weight of an orange and the size of Wales, connecting with your audience, pitching to the trustees, removing the jargon and learning to listen. ---2024-12-131h 00Do More Good podcastEpisode 122: Finding joy in a portfolio career with Sue Anstiss MBE“Sod it, give it a go¨As one of our favourite past guests, we were delighted to catch up with PR mogul, podcaster, documentary producer, author and champion of women's sport, Sue Anstiss. So much so, that Kenneth dialled in from prison. We talk hyrox and alcohol detox; sweating like a chicken; repeating the golden age; and finding the joy in play. There's writing your own introduction, the power of consistency and the importance of language - something that Lilly (aged seven) would undoubtedly appreciate. ---You can support the show through Patreon and find us o...2024-11-1951 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 117: Mobilising Movements with Esther Foreman"Think Big, Get Shit Done, Have Fun"Esther Foreman has spent 20 years in the social-good space, time spent running award-winning campaigns, supporting enterprise and building teams. Her career went from Doctors without Borders, Shelter, Help the Aged and Mencap to the Social Change Agency, where she supports over 600 organisations to grow, innovate and support people through fiscal and process hosting. We start with some excellent (though quite niche) holiday advice from James before we wonder whether our latest guest is related to Kenneth, and then we dive into a packed episode including a failed Ph...2024-08-2743 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 115: Delving into the world of CSR/ESG with Kerry McNally"You don't operate as a company in a bubble."A high-brow start to the show this week with a mention on PMQs before we dive into CSR, ESG and DB. Then it's Downing Street to Guatemala, making good decisions and learning on the job. We're joined by Kerry McNally, Group Head of Communities at Flutter Entertainment, to talk through what Corporate Social Responsibility or Environment Social and Governance means in the corporate world. Kerry explains how she didn't take a typical career path, mobilising 10,000 people and achieving the dream of exponential impact. We discuss investing in r...2024-03-1935 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 114: Crime, gangs and violence to leading Criminal Justice work at Causeway. The importance of lived experience with Stu Otten."If you've done the crime then you do the time."Jimbo delivers a thank you to our Patreon supporter, Jeremy through his new monochrome webcam and Kenneth dreams of a trip to Turkey. Then it's over to our guest Stu to talk about his work fighting modern slavery and the rollercoaster route which got him there. From a Liverpool council estate to a well-intentioned decision which led him into the wrong scene.We talk about intervention, entrepreneurship in the underworld, warehouse robberies and a SIM card worth £250,000. Then we cover societal change, root causes and being a...2024-03-151h 05Do More Good podcastEpisode 113: Fundraising Megatrends with Chris Innes"Organising a Careers Fair to find a job for myself."Tired from the hotel gym, Kenneth lets our guest do the heavy lifting as we discuss the megatrends which have impacted the fundraising environment. Confirmed BDIF, Chris Innes, joins us to talk through the findings from the IFL Forum which immediately preceded the IFC. Expect to tick the permacrisis, AI and the experience economy off your DMG bingo card, as well as confidently dropping a discussion point about truth and opinion into polite conversation later.We also talk through the big issues, including agreeing on the...2024-03-0543 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 112: A better approach to resilience with Helena Sharpstone"Targets, nasty people and shoulder pads"Kenneth has spent all his pocket money in the IFC tuck shop before we meet Helena Sharpstone (the only one on the internet) for a delightful conversation through her career, including her start in sales, an extended honeymoon period in non-profits and why she's investing her own pocket money in chilli plants. Before she reveals how taking an interview for a bet nearly horribly backfired, she talks about healing in the sector, how she finds there's more creativity when there's less resource, people adapting from difficult experiences and the similarities...2024-01-1637 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 111: Revolutionary times with Erica Chenoweth"We're in revolutionary times"Kenneth and James flashed their access all areas passes to sneak backstage at IFC. They managed to grab a seat in the Press Room for a conversation between two big-hitters, Bill Toliver and Erica Chenoweth before the latter takes to the big stage for their plenary speech.They dive straight in talking people power; revolution; divide and rule; and power relations between our opponents. Erica describes the power of hope and the critical mass for societal change as well as describing their work writing a Phd in violent conflict. There’s the po...2024-01-0937 minDo More Good podcastRecap! Episode 43: Live from IFC 2019We're heading back to the International Fundraising Congress in Noordwijk, so it felt like a good time to get all nostalgic over our previous episode from the Netherlands back in 2019. We're just as excited this year and looking forward to bringing you some epiosdes from the 2023 Congress in a couple of weeks.---"I am a recovering fundraiser"The Do More Good podcast goes international with a visit to the International Fundraising Congress. The boys arrive without tickets, offer film reviews and star on the big stage over three days in Amsterdam....2023-10-171h 03Do More Good podcastEpisode 108: What to expect at IFC 2023 with Willeke Van Rijn"It's a community coming together"James and Kenneth struggle to contain their excitement around the upcoming International Fundraising Congress, mainly due to the prospect of dressing up as their hometown myths and legends. Fortunately they are joined by CEO of The Resource Alliance, Willeke Van Rijn to bring some sense (and a sense of health and safety) to proceedings.We hear about the young eighteen year old who dreamt of seeing the world and the career which followed, working in a variety of roles and continents before taking the helm at the organisers of the IFC...2023-09-2956 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 107: Previewing the Scottish Conference with Gerald Richards"We don't give enough kudos to fundraisers"To reduce our FOMO from missing the Scottish Fundraising Conference this year we talked to the host of the Awards Ceremony for his thoughts on the sessions, his love of conferences and how he manages not to cry when presenting the oscars. Kenneth talks us through his travel itinerary, James dresses for the occassion and we hear about the pre-recording hype for our guest and his previous appearance from the bar in Glasgow last year. We delve into Gerald's career, thank Gloria for setting him on the path and...2023-09-0153 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 105: Applications open for Kenneth's Personal Assistant"If money were no object, I'd have a personal assistant"We’re checking in after a couple of great episodes, reflecting on Alex and Karen whilst also sharing a couple of secrets from behind the scenes at Do More Good HQ. We’re transported back to car journeys in the eighties by the background music before James makes his second pitch for a ban on tequila. We talk through the big challenge facing Karen at Drinkaware in creating lasting societal change, but perhaps the harder task of Kenneth finding a willing PA. There are thou...2023-08-0114 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 104: Karen Tyrell on society's complicated relationship with alcohol"Prisons are like a miniature universe" This week we’re joined by the CEO of Drinkaware, Karen Tyrell, to talk through her career - from cell rooms to the boardroom. We get into society’s complicated relationship with alcohol and managing the organisation’s relationship with big business. We kick off this week by revealing the fastest parkruns in the country, braving outdoor swimming and diving into a category A prison straight out of university. Karen shares the stories from the front line which led to a passion for supporting people. We find out what kind of chi...2023-07-2551 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 103: Crafting the perfect email with Alex Fearon"Everyone doing really well, invests in email"Bringing her Geordie-South-African accent to the show is Alex Fearon, the third sector’s email guru. She puts up with some chat about Kenneth’s new role and politely doesn’t mention that James has come dressed as a 20-year-old pop star before delving into the dark arts of email. We hear about starting out as a freelancer, how to get jobs done now-now, why we should (but don’t) ignore the vanity metrics, delegating the jobs we don’t like and turning down songs during the rude bits. There’s a...2023-07-1154 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 101: One page strategies with Wayne Murray"We were laying the track in front of the train."It’s a hundred days without a drink for Kenneth as he describes ordering tea in the pub and his fears for how this might affect the show.We are joined on this seminal night by Wayne Murray, the founder of Humanity Squared, the aspiring human and father focused on innovation, transformation and human-centred strategy to drive positive change. We talk lived experience, making it up as you go, quitting jobs in lockdown and the longest pier on the world. Wayne shares his passion for getting th...2023-04-061h 00Do More Good podcastEpisode 99: Enabling a generation with Dave Evans from OKO"I am the least likely tech CEO you may come across."Kenneth returns from a Table Tennis training camp for haloween as we dig up the Foreman Family history. Then three guests arrive who have a trick or two and treat us with a talk about mentoring and how it can be used to build confidence. We speak to Dave Evans, the founder and CEO of the social enterprise OKO which is a social enterprise focused on creating opportunities for young adults. He tells us about how his experience growing up formed an aim of providing...2022-11-2251 minDo More Good podcastSpotlight Episode 18 Agile Working"Change starts at the top"Steve Martin joins us for a Spotlight episode focused on Agile this week and how it's his utopian world of work. We all want to become a Scrum Master, we hear about the importance of culture throughout this approach, why we're working in an outdated fashion from two centuries ago and whether Kenneth will ever get close to his parkrun PB. ---You can find us on www.domoregood.uk or follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Get in touch if you'd like to feature or star on the show...2022-11-0331 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 98: Six minute pitches with Eugenie Harvey"The younger generation will not accept this."In this episode we talk to Eugenie Harvey, the Chief Executive of The Funding Network, a London-based charity that connects small non-profits and donors. We start with Eugenie's ill-fated comedy career before a parkrun love in and a discussion on Australian bushfires, the usual intro.Eugenie tells us about moving to London and how that involved leaving her friends behind and earning less money. Then there's how she changed the world for a fiver, a famous bag and the power of collective giving. We get a seven-minute pitch, the...2022-10-251h 00Do More Good podcastEpisode 97: Laying the foundations for Raheem SterlingThis week on the podcast we’re joined by two guests representing the Raheem Sterling Foundation a charity that envisions a world where young people will always have the support they need in the pursuit of improving their opportunities, their future careers, and their quality of life.We start though, with the genesis of the Kenneth’s clothes line and James’ eyewear collection. We all look on enviously as we hear about the Foreman household Air Conditioning dynasty before we hear about Clive breaking free from the motor trade and entering the world of fostering and mentoring. There’s the im...2022-09-2152 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 96: Holly Penalver on taking big risks to support those with less."Super, crazy-professional, great humans"In the last five years, our guest has lived in mainland Greece, Serbia, and Bosnia and the refugee hotspot of the Greek Island Samos. To date, the organisation she founded has placed over 3,000 volunteers with their partners. Currently, supporting more than fifty charities who provide aid, healthcare, education, skills workshops and other vital services to the tens of thousands of refugees who live in informal settlements across Europe's migratory route.Kenneth admits to hampering the education of a generation of children in Laos whilst James shows off his box-fresh passport. We talk...2022-09-2151 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 95: Philanthropist Dr Ewan Kirk on giving £7m to causes he wants to see fail"Nobody really knows what they're talking about and neither do I." Our guest this week co-founded The Turner Kirk Trust in 2007 and since then has granted over £7million to charitable causes across the UK and the developing world. His achievements include a PhD in General Relativity, chairing numerous businesses and launching the UK’s first algo-hedge fund. The perfect match for your host’s combined four GCSEs, 400m swimming certificate and a rather vague Culinary Skills badge from Beavers. We kick off with Kenneth’s employment reveal, and his plans to go full-time on the podcast between...2022-07-191h 05Do More Good podcastEpisode 91: Demystifying the workplace with Leila Thomas"Young people need to see positive pathways."Our dream mentor is the intro subject this week as we reveal more about ourselves than those chosen. Then it’s into a chat with Leila Thomas on the organisation she founded and leads to provide young people with the aspirations, opportunity and skills to achieve their career goals. James imagines dragging the team up on stage to pick up an award, meanwhile Kenneth picks a tattoo and our guest dreams of an army of volunteers to support her. There’s positive pathways, underrepresentation in the corporate sector and over...2022-05-2751 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 90: The huge potential in small businesses with Veronica Bamford-Deane"Care, but don't worry"We start this episode with unfulfilled dreams and unpublished logos. Kenneth picks up a role with the Newcastle Tourist Board whereas James is living out his Olympic dreams. Then it's over to Work for Good CEO, and closet McFly fan, Veronica Bamford-Deane to sell us sales fundraising. She admits to ambitions of living a life of leisure before a drive to do good led to a flirtation with over-working. There's the rollercoaster of life in a start-up, surrounding yourself with good people and being up front in interviews. We've got culture, happy...2022-05-0659 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 89: Why James Gadsby Peet wants to hear from your supporters"Really intimidating and really exciting at the same time."Jimbo reveals how to blow your cover as a tourist whilst Kenneth is living his best life in our intro to digital-supremo, vinyl-fanatic and aspiring pub landlord, James Gadsby Peet. We talk about monetising cat gifs, the dawn of data analytics and timing your Phil Collins drum solo to perfection.James tells us about renting elf suits, working in the Death Star, realising the potential for digital channels and stepping into the big leagues at CRUK. B-Corps get another glowing endorsement as does the importance of networking...2022-04-1455 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 88: Elton John's Annual Review with EJAF CEO, Anne Aslett"Love was the thing that would change the course of the AIDS epidemic."We start with the comparison of two back catalogues before introducing our guest, the CEO of the Elton John AIDS Foundation. Anne Aslett tells us how she started as a volunteer with a bold idea for a new fundraising venture before spending twenty years with the organisation and becoming CEO of the Foundation which has saved the lives of over five million of the most marginalised people in the world.We talk problem-solving, imposter syndrome and two moments which had a profound impact...2022-03-0858 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 87: Discussing the future of work with social activist and Prospect Comms Director Andrew Pakes"Don't get angry, get organised."He might be the Deputy General Secretary and Director of Communications and Research at Prospect, he may have been President of the NUS. he might be a trustee of Stonewall and may be a non-executive director at one of the UK’s largest community housing associations, you might even find him on Newsnight and ‘Reasons to be Cheerful’, but it’s his prestigious position as Head of PR for the British Kebab Awards which is what Kenneth and James really want to hear about. Indeed, it’s the world’s most expensive ke...2022-02-151h 04Do More Good podcastSpotlight Episode 17: Sarah Goddard"We're all about the human connections."Fundraising Consultant Sarah talks to us about starting out in face to face, the impact of a bad apple and things you can't teach. We talk about overcomplicating things, the emotional load of fundraising, and the balance of innovation versus capacity. We cover the wall with post-its before Kenneth goes for a chimney cake. Done, after all, is better than perfect. ---You can find us on www.domoregood.uk or follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Get in touch if you'd like to feature or star on the...2022-02-0126 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 86: Navigating Mid Life with Mentors Claire and James Davis“When we are young we play to win. When we’re older we play not to lose. ”This week starts with tales of crashed cars and car-crash fashion choices before we are joined by a pair who lived life in the fast lane. Our guests are a husband and wife team who have successfully transitioned their once corporate careers to now work with people in their mid-life to support their health and wellbeing following their own passion for this area.Claire and James talk to us about their move from being well-known in nightclubs to growing disill...2022-01-2550 minDo More Good podcastSpotlight Episode 16 FemMentored"Get out of your own way"We’re talking with Rebecca and Lou from FemMentored this week and their plans to create a comfortable space for women in the not-for-profit industry. James describes how he has ruined the careers of the next generation of leaders, Kenneth chats side-hustles and we discuss the juggle and the struggle. There’s the role of mentors, getting out of your own way and removing barriers with tech..---You can find us on www.domoregood.uk or follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Get in touch if you'd like to f...2022-01-1337 minDo More Good podcastSpotlight Episode 15: Merry Christmas 2021"Merry Christmas!"The guys catch up with a quick review of the 24 episodes this year and our plans for 2022. Kenneth reveals what's on his wish list for the 25th and James considers three months in the shed. ---You can find us on www.domoregood.uk or follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Get in touch if you'd like to feature or star on the show. It goes without saying really but the episodes contains our opinions - essentially things we overheard in meetings, stole from presentations and read in magazines. Thanks for listening.2021-12-2510 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 85: Weaving activism into your life's work with POhWER CEO Helen Moulinos"Is the UK a fair and free place to live? The answer is no."We are joined by Helen Moulinos for this episode - a knowledgeable, passionate human rights expert and stir-fry aficionado. After growing up in the States she moved to the UK and now leads POhWER, the UK’s largest advocacy charity which upholds and protects the human rights of marginalised, vulnerable and excluded groups. We start the episode discussing how Kenneth and James have been given the keys to the social accounts but their rebellious posting activity pales into insignificance as Helen describes gr...2021-12-2251 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 83: The story of an unusual chocolate bar with Ben Greensmith of Tony's Chocolonely"This is everything a business should be." Ben Greensmith, or Lord Chocolonely III as he’s known at work, is responsible for the sixth largest chocolate bar brand in the UK - Tony’s Chocolonely - and their mission to make chocolate free of child-labour and slavery (spoiler alert - not all confectionary brands adopt this approach).He talks to the boys about his journey , the epiphany on a trip to the Netherlands which led him to join Tony’s and working with the best minds in the business at Innocent Drinks. We discuss fancy dress, purpos...2021-11-1952 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 82: Comedian turned charity founder on how personal experience of mental health can lead to hope for thousands."My ambition has always been to make people laugh." Dressed to impress, Jake Mills joins us this week. As an award-winning stand-up comedian, mental health campaigner and charity CEO, Jake brings his story and the best nickname we’ve had for a while to this episode.We compare our experiences of stand-up comedy, secure James a job as a driver and take a tour through Kenneth’s wardrobe. There’s dealing with life, losing a close fight with a bouncer and make the comparison between how we view mental and physical health. We all cry at advert...2021-11-1159 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 81: Influencing positive change for the sector with Fundraising Everywhere"I still consider myself a proud fundraiser." We are joined this week by the dynamic duo behind fundraising everywhere and fundraising everywhere +. With an ambition to change the world they connect and educate fundraisers, empowering them to do just that.James bravely limps his way to the studio carrying his Lemsip for a chat about influencing positive change, launching Reject-Fest and finding a board of directors to act as your personal mentors. Simon uncovers roles in his past he didn’t know he held, Nikki contacts the gas board with a wheelbarrow full of exposure and Ke...2021-11-0255 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 80: A relationship-based approach to recruitment with Ashby Jenkins"You need to know what your ROI is."It’s been a while but we return with a conversation with Ashby Jenkins of Ashby Jenkins Recruitment. The fundraiser turned recruitment specialist set up her own company three years ago and talks us through the tips and tricks she has picked up for your next move, and how she’s negotiated the past two years as a business owner. We start with a conversation on whether another guest has requested a rider before Kenneth tells us how he’s nursing a sick family and James describes his own ex...2021-10-2754 minDo More Good podcastSpotlight Episode 13: We're back!"Never lost it."James and Kenneth catch up after an extended summer break to talk about an upcoming run of episodes featuring some fantastic guests. We hear about Kenneth's skills in the kitchen, why James' lawn is always perfectly mown and interruptions on the dog walk. ---You can find us on www.domoregood.uk or follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Get in touch if you'd like to feature or star on the show. It goes without saying really but the episodes contains our opinions - essentially things we overheard in meetings, stole from...2021-10-2612 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 78: Meeting people that change your life path with mental health campaigner and charity founder Jonny Benjamin MBE"Back then it was so... awkward."Our guest this week is an award-winning mental health campaigner, film producer, public speaker, writer and vlogger. Jonny Benjamin was the star of an iconic mental health campaign, #FindMike - to reconnect with the man who had talked him out of jumping from a bridge in London six years earlier. Kenneth and James kick things off with the trivial matter of people who have changed their lives before we get onto social media, the longer-terms effect of the pandemic and the impact of a difficult diagnosis. We talk religion, the...2021-07-2051 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 77: Making an impact with Fleurie Forbes-Martin"I need to make as much impact as I can."Episode 77 features Fleurie, the campaigner, Business Growth Director, BIMA100 winner, Bournemouth Uni 30 under 30, XTinction Rebellion member but not, it seems, the owner of a watch. We start with James making the case to ban ice skating and Kenneth admitting to some overzealous celebrating on the sidelines. Then there's how veganism sparked curiosity and a passion, then the confidence to pursue a path towards making an impact. We talk about the boring charity sector, how we're all getting woke and the skill of the master networkers. 2021-07-0652 minDo More Good podcastSpotlight Episode 12: Participatory grant giving with Natasha and Markella"If it doesn't spark joy then we don't do it."James and Kenneth are struggling to say Participatory Giving in our latest Spotlight episode. We’re joined by Natasha and Markella, who have no such problem as they describe Camden Giving’s mission to end local poverty and inequality in Camden. They tell us how volunteering, participatory funding, resident decision-making and employment opportunities are key in creating equality, and how they’ve leant that the way these things are delivered is key.---You can find us on www.domoregood.uk or follow us on Twitte...2021-06-2529 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 76: The calling of public service with Catherine Anderson, Executive Director of the London Marathon Charitable Trust"It's a heart not a head thing."We like to delve into careers at the Do More Good podcast and this one is packed. From a childhood on the road to encouraging more women into politics, years spent in the Dalai Lama’s Tibetan community and working at the Jo Cox Foundation. Catherine Anderson is the Executive Director of the London Marathon Charitable Trust and joins us with her story. We start with the revelation that James can’t make a tea, Kenneth loves diving in at the deep end and the calling of public service. Cath...2021-06-2251 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 75: Managing Celebrity Talent and Influencers with Tom Lemons"You don't need money, you need ideas."We’ve rolled out the red carpet for Tom Lemons this week, the head of the Talent & Influencer team at the NSPCC, responsible for winning and managing award winning high profile partnerships for the charity.Tom tells us how a stint working at the Big Issue Magazine, helping to save it from closure, sparked a passion for the third sector and led to his move to (according to Kenneth) the ‘most glamorous role in charity’. He now rubs shoulders with the likes of Geri Horner and Wayne Rooney, not to men...2021-06-0952 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 74: Compassion in Leadership with Orchestral Conductor Tianyi Lu"Life is not a steady tempo"She is the Conductor-In-Residence with the Stavanger Symphony Orchestra, the inaugural Female-Conductor-In-Residence at the Welsh National Opera and principal conductor of the St. Woolos Sinfonia. She was the first woman to win the Guido Cantelli, won the Sir Georg Solti International and is our latest guest on the Do More Good podcast. Kenneth immediately takes the opportunity to audition whilst James relives some further embarrassment from his youth, before Tianyi tells us why she loves Wales and clocking up the airmiles. There’s the pressure of creating a masterpiece on th...2021-05-251h 00Do More Good podcastEpisode 73: Realising the scalability of the internet with Nick Burne, Give Panel CEO"It's been like holding on to a rocket ship"We’re talking to Nick Burne, the founder and CEO of Givepanel, not to mention the former manager of The Dead Lovers and passionate burger fan. We kick things off by delving into our first posts on new media, getting into debt and being interviewed by your future wife. Nick tells us about how he went looking for a drummer, had an epiphany at Wembley Stadium and realised the power of the internet. There’s his first desk job and being forced centre stage by the tsunami. We h...2021-05-121h 01Do More Good podcastSpotlight Episode 11: Introducing the new kid, Claire James"A well-oiled slick machine."This week we're introducing Claire, the newest member of the Do More Good crew. Claire tells us about her holiday and her first impressions of behind the scenes at the show.We talk about her background in fundraising and her objectives for the future. We go in to what she wants to get out of it, the determination of fundraisers and why you should jump into a side-hustle. She's read the brand guidelines and has already booked her first guest (it's a good one). Kenneth tells us about his weekend saying hello...2021-05-0715 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 72: The importance of supporting your local community with Liverpool FC Foundation CEO, Matt Parish"Football clubs are born from the community in which they are based"We’ve made a strong start to our sixth season, speaking with CEO of the Liverpool FC Foundation, Matt Parish. He keeps possession for the longest answer in Do More Good history as he entertains the boys with his tale from South London PE Teacher to Community Champion for one of the best-known brands in the world. We hear about how Matt’s career went from balls, bibs and cones to begrudgingly donning the suit. There’s a recognition of how a club owes its fa...2021-04-2856 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 71: Tottenham Forward turned Charity Founder with ex-pro footballer Junior McDougald"Aged fourteen I was selected to play for England"The boys impress this week’s guest with tales of their sporting prowess before Junior talks about how his career as a professional footballer with Tottenham and England sparked a passion to help transform the lives of young children faced with adversity growing up as he did.There are the confessions of a class clown, developing resilience and importance of stability in young lives. We hear how the Sports Connections Foundation are celebrating their tenth anniversary but the founder still feels like he learns every day on a...2021-04-2051 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 70: From the Lab to the Boardroom with Dr Charmaine Griffiths, CEO of the BHF"Making a dent in the universe"James’ ninth meeting of the day turned out to be the best as the boys sat down with Charmaine Griffiths, that’s Dr Charmaine Griffiths - CEO of the British Heart Foundation. We talk about going back to your old company, returning your leaving present and getting down to the business of steering an organisation through the biggest global crisis in modern times. There’s the art of applying scientific principles to your work, having a curiosity about the wider world and the lifeline of a whatsapp group. Kennet...2021-04-0659 minDo More Good podcastTrailer: A catch up on plans for 2021With February rushing by we thought we'd have a quick catch up on plans for the year. Plus why you may have a missed call from Kenneth, how to get a free Big Mac and an invitation for any social media supremoes out there to join the gang.---You can find us on www.domoregood.uk or follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Get in touch if you'd like to feature or star on the show. It goes without saying really but the episodes contains our opinions - essentially things we overheard in meetings...2021-02-1814 minDo More Good podcastSpotlight Episode 8: Keith Williams“I'm more excited than ever about the sector”We spoke with Keith Williams about how he's spent his career trying to make an impact through tech - most recently at Fundraisin and JustGiving. We discussed how we've embraced digital in the past few months and how it might continue to transform the sector. There's a call for a donation revolution, consumer behaviour, connectivity and the rise of virtual activity to drive fundraising. Keith attempts to define what is real, Kenneth misses the train and everyone out of work gets a job.---You can...2021-02-0543 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 66: FareShare and Home-Start Give a Little Love - it's part two of the Christmas Special!“The love bit of ‘give a little love’ is so important“It’s part two of our Christmas Special. You can tell because Kenneth has his Christmas Jumper on. Following our conversation with John Lewis, we spoke with Lindsay and Peter - the CEOs of FareShare and Home-Start - for their side of the story. They tell us about their year, keeping the partnership a secret and how they were a little feistier than expected. We hear about the magic of food, building strong partnerships and not selling yourself cheaply. We get to grips with Share...2020-12-2147 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 63: Navigating 2020 as a small charity and a huge podcast with Martin Yelling“I’ve got a ball, who wants to play?“We're talking to Martin this week, the man with over ten million downloads to his name through his Marathon Talk show, about how to monetise good ideas when you're not motivated by piles of cash.Jimbo gives us an insight into SAS training whilst Kenneth is late to dinner, meanwhile Martin talks to us about the challenges of navigating the rough seas of 2020 as a small charity such as Stormbreak, particularly when the cause is so relevant at the moment. We talk through the importance of exercise in men...2020-11-1358 minDo More Good podcastSpotlight Episode 4: Alice Rath"Tell them they lack diversity. Tell them they need you."Long-time listener, first-time interviewee, Alice joins us this week to talk about pushing for more young representation on trustee boards. At present only three in a hundred trustees are under thirty and that doesn't represent many charities or their beneficiaries. We talk about how to go about finding roles and applicants, what to expect and why Kenneth has a tie on in his tik-toks. ---You can find us on www.domoregood.uk or follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Get in touch...2020-10-0929 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 61: Talking inspiration with the Big Pink Dress“It’s gotten way bigger than I thought it would“Episode 61 features a larger than life character in Colin Burgin Plews, better known in fundraising and running circles as the Big Pink Dress. He tells us how he was a shy lad as a youngster but found a talent for running in the Navy and went on to don his iconic outfit at races from the Great North Run to the London Marathon. We hear about how he was influenced by Diana Ross to ditch the Hawaiian shorts, met Nancy Sinatra in the green room and got co...2020-09-0847 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 60: Crisis management with celebrity CEO Kate Lee"If you can't be a sunshine, don't be a cloud."We're delighted to launch a new season with Alzheimer's Society CEO and the Labrador puppy of the sector, Kate Lee. We chat about a career which has included the stewardship of national charities, making huge frightening jumps, not to mention attempts to revamp data capture across the NHS. All of which has been achieved with her trademark charisma and enthusiasm.We make an unscheduled visit to the South East Regional Managers meeting, discover why keeping an eye on social media is vital for charity leaders, learn...2020-08-1256 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 59: Spotlight on fundraisers made redundant due to COVID-19“It was like seven stages of grief“Not one but three guests for you in our latest episode which features fundraisers affected by COVID-19. Whether it’s taking a step back, redundancy or the uncertain future for the sector, we’re talking about how we’re all people pleasers, job-hunting in a crowded market and the seven stages of furlough. There’s merging roles, staying in contact and banking good karma. Andy plans a dog walk, Kenneth is on the radio and James is getting nostalgic for a simpler time. There’s a stat-attack, keeping the sector our lit...2020-07-2849 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 58: Haroon Mota - from volunteer to professional fundraiser“I got hooked - addicted to fundraising, good causes, charity.“Kenneth and James sit down with the one-man positivity machine that is Haroon Mota for this episode. He explains how to bag a promotion as a charity representative, what got him started in the third sector and how he maintains his passion for fundraising, hitting bigger targets with each challenge he undertakes. Haroon opens up about feeling the pressure of his status and the impact his dedication to make a positive difference has had on his family. There's epic commutes, make-do haircuts, one-upmanship in the snack stak...2020-07-2157 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 57: Harry's Hat with Caroline Thwaites“He’s a blessing… he’s so naughty.“This week we bring ourselves back from podcast furlough to sit down with Caroline Thwaites, the founder of Harry’s Hat - volunteer fundraiser, award-winner, insta-celebrity and mum to Harry in addition to holding down her role as Fundraising Manager at RASASC. Captain Kenneth wants to know all about the flirty journalist, James is looking for material to report back to Japan with and our guest is dodging her citizenship homework. We talk about working for smaller organisations, setting them up and the challenges of appreciating other’s priorities. Th...2020-07-0756 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 56: The power of making an impact with Richard Turner“There's a fine line between success and failure“Recorded before lockdown struck, although Kenneth was prepping by packing for cub camp, this episode features the star of many a fundraising case study - Mr Richard Turner. We hear about how he's always learning and the power of making an impact. The boys get a lesson in Major Giving and securing big-money deals over tapas dinners. We're let in to a secret around the perfect pitch and the power of being passionate. Our Fundraiser of the Year talks us through his famed Solar Aid anecdote featuring Dorothy at n...2020-06-2352 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 55: Talking Parkrun with Tom Williams“That’s amazing, how can we make it happen?“Surrounded by artisan crisps and speaking with his special Radio 2 voice, Kenneth pulls up a socially distanced chair from Tom Williams - the Chief Operating Officer for Parkrun Global. They talk through how Tom became involved in the Parkrun scene, set up the first northern event and staffed it full of hungover students. Joining them through his terrible internet connection but armed with a Top Gun quiz is James, who is keen to hear how they maintain culture at scale, ensuring your first experience replicates Tom’s.We chat...2020-05-221h 06Do More Good podcastEpsiode 54: The RED January journey with Hannah Beecham“i just went on the ride with it“Our second lockdown episode involves a chat with the founder and CEO of the hugely popular RED January - Hannah Beecham. She talks about the passion project which overtook her evenings became the hugely successful phenomenon it is today. There’s the glamour of the film industry, why it’s nice for people to meet their heroes and the switch to a full time role. We learn how it feels when something really connects with an audience and the power of community, there’s brutal honesty and identifying your key a...2020-05-0542 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 52: Going Global with Ken Burnett“When are you going to get a proper job?“For our latest episode, Kenneth got to speak with the man who inspired his early forays into fundraising, the confirmed BDIF: Mr Ken Burnett. We go global to discuss 43 years as a fundraiser, how he started at the top and worked his way down. Ken tells us how he was sat furthest from the fire as a kid, came up with the name Action-Aid as a young man and his hopes for the next generation of fundraisers. James is inspired by a Japanese monk and gives a shou...2020-04-0746 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 51: Getting together to talk events with Rebecca Elcome“Being stuck in a goods lift at 4am.“Dragged from broadcasting house, television celebrity Kenneth Foreman joins James to talk about events with a true A-lister on the scene. Rebecca Elcome has done it all, working her way up from intern to director at some of the country’s biggest charities and setting up on her own. We learn the secrets to good packing, how to have confidence in your own abilities and why eventers are the most passionate members of the sector. The nice folder gets another mention, there’s a shout out for support teams, t...2020-03-1750 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 50: Talking Fundraising at the Do More Good Derby"Every organisation needs a good front person."For the big fiftieth celebrations, Kenneth and James treat themselves to a day out at the graveyard of the Emirates Stadium watching the DMG Derby. As with any good docu-drama, we're on a journey. There's the pre-match build up from the loudest pub in London including our fantasy fundraising eleven. Then we're off to the ground to stick the CEO in goal and talk ambition, moving organisation and our favourite bosses and school bullies. There's superstar fundraisers breaking the rules, curling the perfect campaign from the edge of the...2020-03-0334 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 49: Ilana Jackman - from youth worker to major donor expert"It felt ambitious and successful."The forty-ninth episode starts sensibly with talk of salmon racing and fundraising speedball before things go of the rails with the power of events fundraising and where it might lead; the language of fundraising, including its acronyms and jargon; the importance of collaboration plus the destination for top fundraisers between 1999 and 2008.Ilana Jackman joins us to talk about bringing in the big money and the psychology of news media. Kenneth drops out of the conversation at evolutionary theory whilst James is keen to chat about death. Finally things come round to...2020-02-1852 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 48: The benefits of coaching with Jo Stone“lots of words and lots of waffle.“Multiple hat owner Jo Stone caught the train over to Borough this week to talk about her very linear career trajectory which led to Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, and from there the spark which led her to branch out into coaching with the many benefits that brings. Jo details the best motorbiking routes through London and female weight lifters, whilst James is all about the quality of luxury towelling and Kenneth picks up tips on how to spot a blagger.We find out how careers have changed, what it t...2020-02-0441 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 45: Christmas with Do More Good"Merry Christmas!"Twelve months, twenty four episodes, twenty five guests, four events and too many hangovers to recount, one we’d rather forget.It’s been quite a year at DMG Headquarters so Kenneth and James get together to chat through their highlights, offer some thanks and look forward to what 2020 might have in store. ---You can find us on www.domoregood.uk or follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Get in touch if you'd like to feature or star on the show. It goes without saying really but the episodes contains our...2019-12-2529 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 44 - The start and the future of fundraising(.co.uk) with Howard Lake"At the time it was legal."The boys meet up with confirmed BDIF Howard Lake for the show this week and kick off with tales of poor sporting performance. We debate how many downloads are worth shouting about and end the show early before returning for an encore.There are the world's first websites, alternative careers and bending the rules in the pursuit of becoming a dot org millionaire. We talk upcoming birthdays, bringing diversity to the sector and decry the same old voices (ours) turning up every week. Things get a little bleak arou...2019-12-1739 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 43 - Live from IFC: The International Fundraising Congress 2019"I am a recovering fundraiser"The Do More Good podcast goes international with a visit to the International Fundraising Congress. The boys arrive without tickets, offer film reviews and star on the big stage over three days in Amsterdam. There's also the latest in immersive tech at The Children's Society, learning how to attract the best talent and we discover which are the most generous nations on Earth. Kenneth wishes he had thought of that, James recovers from a hangover, we learn how to fake it and we discuss the hype cycle as we go behind...2019-12-031h 03Do More Good podcastEpisode 42 - Live from IFC: Sue Morgan of the Tony Elischer Foundation talks about mentoring“sweaty palms in the audience“Our second episode from the International Fundraising Congress was recorded early on the first day, just before our guest Sue Morgan was about to begin her opening presentation. James and Kenneth admit to their excitement for the days ahead, showing admirable restraint in not discussing the escapades of the night before. Then Sue talks about how the inspirational Tony Elischer would steal the show on the Big Stage, piling the pressure on for Kenneth’s afternoon slot.We get into the details of what makes a good mentor and how proud Sue is...2019-11-2619 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 41 - Live from IFC: Ben Swart on juggling your career and finding balance"On vinyl, one for the collectors."In this week's episode, the boys sit down over a couple of beers (financed with the final pounds of bar mitzvah money) with friend of the pod, Head of New Business at NSPCC, Brightsport trainer and university dropout, Ben Swart. After a spectacularly unsuccessful career in PPI sales, Ben talks about his journey into fundraising, how he loves Esther Rantzen as much as the limelight and the practicalities of splitting his professional life between two jobs. We discuss finding balance, thinking about your future career and how life events can...2019-11-1933 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 40: Planning for the future of fundraising with Frances Milner and Michelle Chambers"I do have some gold hotpants"In our second episode from the Scottish Fundraising Conference the boys are starstruck by the Kylie and Beyonce of the conference circuit to hear about how we'll be working in 2029. We discuss mentors, playing politics and securing chartered status for fundraising. Kenneth commits to continuous learning and mastering Japanese at the age of 75, whilst James simply hopes that by that age they'll be over their hangover from the awards the night before. There's data, the opportunity of artificial intelligence and how cherished human to human interactions will become. ...2019-11-1242 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 39: Live from the IoF Scottish Fundraising ConferenceKenneth and James board the last train out of London for a couple of days in Scotland at the IOF Fundraising Conference at the beginning of October 2019. The episode includes interviews with attendees and presenters from across the spectrum of fundraising. We discuss community fundraising, crisis comms, presenting with more impact, managing fundraising teams, developing a fundraising strategy before wrapping up with the Gary and Gemma from the conference organising committee.Caution, may contain singing.---You can find us on www.domoregood.uk or follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Get in...2019-10-311h 04Do More Good podcastEpisode 38: Matt Collins spills all on going agency side“Darling, I’m on the 7.10“Our favourite emojis is a hot topic this week as we chat to Matt Collins about the career which led to him setting up his own agency. James takes a day off for a climate rally in order to avoid school whilst Kenneth is top of the class, earning his FA badges. Matt tells us how he dreamt of joining Childline as a kid then worked there as an adult. We admit to the temptation of working for profit, before adhering to Matt’s Dad’s wishes to do good, perhaps on the radio. Ken...2019-10-0846 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 37: Rosie and Simon get sociable"Work hard and be nice."A private members club, no less, is our venue for this week's episode, not the kind of place you'd expect to see the cereal box challenge. James is limping and Kenneth gets emotional, fortunately Rosie and Simon are on hand to talk us through the opportunities and pitfalls of social media. We learn about frustrated showjumpers, reducing screen time and the importance of good hair in job interviews. We chat mental health, develop super-powers and bring our authentic selves to the Twitter party. James swots up on Bake Off, Kenneth is...2019-10-0149 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 36: Taking a gamble on sport with Sue Anstiss MBE“There’s a Peruvian Division Two game on“This week on the Kenneth Foreman Podcast we start with a brief recap from our summer holidays and some now utterly redundant excitement around the Ashes. Our guest is genuinely impressed at some private investigation before we’re disappointed that she didn’t bring the breakfast samples. Sue Anstiss MBE (no less) joins the show to talk us through her career and how she went from selling chocolate from the boot of her car to eclipsing her siblings and securing the long-awaited GB vest.We hear about how she set up...2019-09-1752 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 35: What's the Puff Story with Ethical Design“Ultimately, you need people who care“We kick off with a round-up on nicknames this week before we hear how Puff Story started her career in New York at the age of 21. She went on to swap the bright lights of the Big Apple for the bright sparks of the Silicon South and joined an agency focused solely on life-saving, life-changing or problem-alleviating projects, without any compromise and a crazy business model. We learn about setting your organisation’s mission, selecting staff and inspiring the next generation. We hear about dodging hurricanes, delivering blood and adopting the To...2019-09-0355 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 34: Discussing Diversity, Digital and Don Corleone with Zoe Amar“Everything is on fire, please come and sort it out“This is one for the scrapbooks as Kenneth and James record an episode to listen back to when they’re fifty seven. To help, Zoe Amar joins them describing how she turned her back on mergers & acquisitions, forwent investment banking and instead used law to help people. The legal profession proved useful when switching to the charity sector, not mention her involvement with the feared St Alban’s mafia, of which she is a key player.Zoe describes how she extinguishes fires, defeats online trolls and avoids t...2019-08-2046 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 33: Turning adversity into opportunity with Claire Warner"A lady I will never meet saved my life"After James spent a couple of days furiously scribbling notes and Kenneth spent hours practising his presentation, your hosts bumped into Claire Warner in the bar at the IoF Convention. They got chatting about her career, how it all began as a ballsy 21 year old who thought she could secure sponsorship without any experience whatsoever. There's the benefits of a life involving artistic endeavour and helping people to be the best they can be. Claire describes how people buy passion and Kenneth worries about how...2019-08-061h 03Do More Good podcastEpisode 32: Chatting career crossroads with Joe Freeman"I speak in emoji sometimes."Following his hit blog post on his future in the sector we chat to wannabe-vet Joe Freeman about his roles to date and where he plans to go as he steps into the big office. We manage to keep a straight face as Kenneth details his childhood ambitions to become a doctor and lament the loss of the James' Jolly Newspaper from the presses. Joe describes the genesis of digital teams in charities and how we're monitoring the next generation of leaders coming to the fore. We hear what it takes...2019-07-2346 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 31: The podcast sounds meta with Rachel Stephenson Sheff"We have created some art."We're feeling reflective this week as we talk podcasts with Rachel Stephenson Sheff, the presenter and producer of the hugely successful 'What Donors Want'. Your own hosts make a great first impression by giving an update on Kenneth's decking and describing the weather. Fortunately Rachel brings some class to proceedings with talk of jazz and opera whilst dropping phrases like 'medium-du-jour' and detailing how she developed her show from brainstorm to blockbuster. We chat the lure of rom-coms, pick a spice girl and warn of dangerous driving as we discuss how...2019-07-0958 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 30: Live from Pizza for Losers"No refunds."Kenneth and James failed to make it along to Pizza for Losers, but keen to ensure not everyone missed out we enlisted roving reporter Alfie Waldron to capture the day. Facing his own failures from the start, Alfie learnt how we're sick of winners yet why we're uncomfortable talking about our own mistakes. There is a guide to what you need to develop a strong culture and how failure happens to good people as well as your regular hosts. We're introduced to Katherine Johnson and Margaret Hamilton who landed mankind on the moon, and the Pablo...2019-06-251h 00Do More Good podcastEpisode 28: Live from event night with the Stroke Association"Kenneth is the clever one."After a London Marathon hiatus, the boys are back with an episode from The Stroke Association's Amazing Brains evening at the Science Museum. Joined by Becky Francis and the man known internally as the King of Cheese, Tony Banks - we're talking about how events like these are key in raising awareness and prompting future support. Tony describes how his career developed from awards events with journalists to shots at the bar with Dukes. He gives advice on where to focus your attention on the build up, remaining calm in the...2019-05-2133 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 26: How to bring in Major Gift Fundraising like an American with Carlos Miranda"You are the solution to a problem the donor is trying to solve."This week the boys meet Carlos Miranda, the founder of I.G. Advisors, Social Misfits Media and Lighful. We chat about how he grew up wanting to be a film director but turned out as Beyonce, pulling in $100m dollar gifts for the New York City library and maintaining a healthy coffee addiction. There are the common themes facing major-giving teams in the UK and what they have learnt from their counterparts in the US. We throw down the gauntlet to twitter users everywhere and...2019-04-091h 02Do More Good podcastEpisode 25: Hilary Evans, CEO of Alzheimer’s Research UK"I don't have any kind of grand plan."For the start of Season Three, Kenneth and James are joined by Hilary Evans from Alzheimer's Research UK. Hilary has overseen massive growth in the organisation since taking over as CEO but reveals how she built a strategy for the organisation in just two months.We hear how you can really drive change as Chief Executive, providing you make the most of the opportunities which come your way and how people and relationships are key whoever you are and whatever you're doing. Kenneth turns up with an apple...2019-03-2651 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 24: Fail your way to becoming an Award-Winning Fundraiser with Nikki Bell"We’ve had enough of winners!"Season Two is going out with a belter of an episode, live from the loudest pub in London. Confirmed Northener Nikki Bell joins the boys straight from the IWITOT stage to talk about the power of the Olympic torch, her life as a consultant and how she ended up moving from St Oswalds to the British Heart Foundation for the fish lunches. There’s advice on relationship fundraising, shouting about the work you do from home and how not to get fired by Twitter. Kenneth dreams of being a glitter fairy whilst Jame...2019-02-261h 01Do More Good podcastEpisode 23: The four secret priorities of an Entrepreneur with Roberta Lucca"You know what mansplaining is, right?"In the last of our January episodes the guys are not drinking in a bar joined by the BAFTA-award-winning entrepreneur Roberta Lucca - one of Forbes' top 50 women in tech. Kenneth tries to match up by wearing glasses and James details his new comedy career. Meanwhile Roberta explains how she came to be running a multi-million dollar company and how she manages to stay focused on her four key priorities. We discuss the key attributes to look for when recruiting a team plus the importance of staying humble and identifying...2019-02-1247 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 22: Time to Unfollow Social Media?"Facebook might die but Instagram will live on."This week it's the great social media debate. Kenneth and James spend dry January with mystery-shopping digital-experts Bertie and Fliss to discuss the ethics behind some of the biggest platforms and how they have changed into public relations forums. As well as talking about how social media has changed since it began and whether we should be investing in Facebook as charities and individuals, we also get into the role of consultants, integrating digital into a fundraising strategy, what organisations should be doing today and tomorrow in the...2019-01-2950 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 21: A conversation with Mandy Johnson on mental health"I now recognise I had depression then."Kenneth and James meet confirmed BDOT Mandy Johnson this week to talk all about mental health. We discuss how things have changed in the sector and society, plus what we can do to improve our awareness and response. Mandy describes her own experiences, speaking openly about how she came through and what she has planned next in her stellar career. It's a more serious episode to what you're used to, as it should be. Yet we do need to get Kenneth a desk assessment and James a sick bucket.2019-01-1541 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 20: Captain Class with Rob Woods"Your listeners are better fundraisers."Kenneth and James head back to old haunts this week and bump in to Rob Woods for a chat through his latest blog post on incredible Captains. Rob describes the surprising traits which make them so successful plus how to harness the power of a raised eyebrow, perfect listening and stealing other people's ideas. The guys learn about the phenomenon of social loafing, fighting your ego when answering questions and identifying as an ugly duckling. Talking of whom, Kenneth tries not to talk during meetings and James seeks help for his...2018-12-181h 07Do More Good podcastEpisode 19: Catch Up. Talking through the previous episodes."Our School Dads group has its own logo."The boys meet up for the Do More Good 2019 Strategy Day in Borough. They compare tales from curry nights, run through what's trending on Twitter and discuss the episodes we've released this year. Kenneth is keeping a keen eye on other podcasts in the sector and gets sentimental about the first year of Do More Good. James is looking forward to a week of Christmas Parties and is thankful he no longer has to catch the B13 home from Bexleyheath. ---You can find us on www...2018-12-1721 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 13: Live from the Institute of Fundraising ConventionThe pod is missing Kenneth this week as James goes solo on a recording live at the IOF Convention. Fortunately Sandy is on hand to keep things professional and the duo are joined between sessions by Diveesha, Libby, Nina and Helen. Hecklers want to know where all the good fundraisers go, we discuss what we can learn from Uber, how to negotiate with your trousers on and we're reminded to always check the details when booked for a Hindu temple.2018-07-1738 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 12 - A catch-up with Sandra Luther on the differences in fundraising between the US & UKThis week's episode is brought to you on a lunchtime from the White Hart in Southwark. Sandy shares her insight after 15 years working with charities during her time at Blackbaud, James has had a difficult week only improved by his obsession with pirates and Kenneth removes his Hawaiian shirt following a recent pitch.2018-06-1241 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 11 - A discussion with Lucy Gower on the importance of innovationRecorded on the Friday before the Bank Holiday, the boys discuss the arrival of GDPR - but it isn't all fun - they also work through James' terrible week, a Blue Peter awakening and the demand for DMG merch. Fortunately (confirmed BDIF) Lucy Gower turns up to provide value on innovation, confidence and her predictions for how integrated both should become. Plus advice on not staying in your job for 18 months. Thought-Leader Kenneth blows our minds with the importance of sleep and then heads of on holiday before Gary the Dog completely steals the show.2018-05-2941 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 10 - The role of digital in charities - interview with Dina BhadreshwaraThis week Kenneth and James are joined by Dina Bhadreshwara (Senior Digital Marketing Manager - Marie Curie). Recorded from The Salt Point in Liverpool Street, Dina shares her view on the role of digital in charities, what the future looks like and gives advice to those looking to move into a digital role. Also, Robot-Kenneth makes an appearance, James finally asks a good question and Dina shares her experiences with naked calendars.2018-05-1141 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 9 - Virgin Money London Marathon Expo & guestsIt's Saturday 21st of April and the Do More Good podcast comes live from the London Marathon expo. Kenneth and James catch-up with Teenage Cancer Trust, Marie Curie, Alzheimer's Society & Bloodwise and hear about what their plans are for marathon day. James opens his wallet for the first time, Kenneth hugs everyone in sight and the boys discuss plans ahead of the big day.2018-04-2526 minDo More Good podcastEpisode 8 - Supporter journeys & stewardshipThis week Kenneth and James leave Kings Cross and venture up to Angel to record from the Pearl & Feather public house. After a few busy weeks of events the boys decide to explore what makes a good supporter journey and share some of their experience. Also, Kenneth enjoys wearing a shell-suit far too much, James discusses creating short videos with an interesting selection of words and they look ahead to the Easter break.2018-04-0339 min