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The John Oakley ShowInternet Meltdown, Wolves Get Too Close & & The Art of Failing at FlirtingA global Cloudflare crash sends services offline and users into a panic — so John Oakley calls in tech and gaming commentator Liana Kerzner to translate the chaos and explain how a single glitch can stall everything from transit systems to streaming platforms.
Then, a wild viral clip of a man wandering into a pack of black wolves in Yellowstone prompts biologist Cara McGarry to join the show with expert insight on wolf behavior, danger signs, and why keeping your distance matters.
And to wrap things up: Oakley, Downey, and Santiago break down the state of mo...
2025-11-1931 minThe John Oakley ShowGAME OVEROn this episode: Lauren O’NeillLiana KerznerMichael SchmidtYou can listen to the John Oakley Show live and in its entirety weekdays from 3:00 - 6:00pm ET over the air, on our website www.640toronto.com, or on the Radioplayer Canada appGot a question or comment? We'd love to hear from you at michael@640toronto.comTechnical production by David HunterMusic for...
2024-08-2236 min
Successful Nonprofits PodcastEncore Episode: 11 Guests Share Career Building AdviceIn this encore episode originally aired in 2021, we bring you the insights and wisdom of 11 guests who have made significant impacts in their careers. Each guest shares what they started doing—or stopped doing—that made the biggest difference in their professional journey. These short and powerful moments of wisdom are designed to help you become more authentic, curious, and direct, leading to greater success in your career. Whether you're looking for practical advice or inspirational stories, this episode offers valuable takeaways that can transform your professional life. This episode answers the following questions: What should I be...
2024-05-2825 min
Climate ConversationsClimate News: Finding some Common Ground on the climate; 'We are feeling the wrath of Mother Nature - Joe Biden; Plea to save Pacific nations from climate crisis obliterationFounder and CEO of Common Ground, Liana Downey (pictured), invites us to join her on Common Ground.
"What can we expect from the final UN climate report? And what is the IPCC anyway?";
"How on-demand buses can transform travel and daily life for people with disabilities";
"The Innovators: Alan Kohler on Australia’s green entrepreneurs and the hidden cost of AUKUS";
"‘Aim higher, act faster, or risk losing it all’: Climate change report offers ‘final warning’";
"Farming: The next steps";
"Samoa PM urges world to save Pacific people from...
2023-03-2018 min
The John Oakley ShowSurviving Jonestown, Raw Meat, & The Rittenhouse TrialGuests featured on this episode include:
MARIE HENEIN
JORDAN VILCHEZ
WESTON ROWE
JOSEPH NEUBERGER
GUIDO FANELLI
JANE KIRTLEY
MARTIN A LEE
LIANA KERZNER
JOHN CRASSIDIS
GENESAH DUFFY
And there’s more where that came from. Listen to the John Oakley Show live each and every weekday from 3:00 - 6:00pm ET at Global News Radio 640 Toronto
Got a question or comment about the show or podcast? We’re looking forward to hearing from you! Send your emai...
2021-11-231h 42
Strategy BitesS2 l E9 - Liana Downey - Founder of Common Ground on ClimateIn this episode, Liana shares her journey from her 10 years at McKinsey reaching AP level, to embarking on a very successful career in the not-for-profit sector both here and in New York.
Most recently Liana has started a is leading a national project called Common Ground on Climate, tackling the all-important topic of climate change. Liana gives advice to anyone looking to move into this sector and currently has opportunities for those looking to move into the non-profit sector on a volunteer or pro bono basis.
2021-08-1946 min
Successful Nonprofits PodcastThe Magic of Strategic Plans with Liana DowneyLiana discusses how a strong strategic plan with a spine-tingling goal helps get you refocused and have greater impact.
2021-07-2841 min
Nonprofit Leadership PodcastWhat Is “Mission Creep” and How to Avoid It
Mission creep can happen to the best of nonprofit organizations. In particular, when nonprofits are seeking funding, the risk of mission creep becomes higher. How do we as nonprofit leaders avoid mission creep, in particular when nonprofits work with government agencies. Author Liana Downey is my guest on this week’s Podcast and she will address this critical question. Liana is an internationally acclaimed strategic advisor dedicated to creating social change. As executive director of Liana Downey & Associates, Downey leads a high performing global team that helps visionary social leaders and organizations increase focus and change lives. In this ep...
2019-12-0630 min
Mission Control with Liana Downey - nonprofit leadershipAre people committed?We talk to Marya Besharov, Assistant Professor of Organizational Behavior at the ILR School at Cornell University about how organisations balance social and financial tensions. We talk about non-profits trying to stay financially viable while fulfilling their mission, and publically-listed corporations like Whole Foods who have an obligation to generate shareholder value, while trying to deliver on strong social missions.
For more information, connect with Marya @MaryaBesharov on Twitter or email mlb363@cornell.edu, or see: https://www.ilr.cornell.edu/people/marya-besharov
2018-10-0400 minMission Control with Liana Downey - nonprofit leadershipIf you're thinking about launching a non-profit, just do it!We talk to Kate Campana, President and CEO of the Access Challenge about her work with Speak up Africa and their innovative, African-led methods saving thousands of lives. Learn about Speak Up Africa's powerful campaigns that align mothers, sports heroes and politicians around life-saving approaches. Kate also shares tips and insights for aspiring non-profit founders.
For more information, check out www.accesschallenge.org and www.speakupafrica.org email info@accesschallenge.org
2018-10-0400 minMission Control with Liana Downey - nonprofit leadership"Come with humility and a listening ear" with Victoria Dimitrikopolous .Whether you're thinking about moving from the corporate world to the nonprofit sector, your next role in the social sector, or thinking about how to make smart hiring decisions -- you won't want to miss out on this fascinating discussion with Victoria Dimitrokopolous, former leader of global recruitment specialist Egohn Zehnder's social sector practice.
We had such an interesting and wide-ranging conversation, In addition to leadership and hiring, we also talked about Victoria's latest venture, in which she is combining her formidable talents for caricature and research, to develop an amazingly rich set of resources on early childhood. If you're...
2017-04-0600 minMission Control with Liana Downey - nonprofit leadershipWith hope anything is possible.We talk to Jaime Harmon about how the Hope Market (www.hopemarket.com) is partnering with major nonprofits like the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society to streamline and boost their fundraising, through the sale of mission-related, sustainably-sourced products.
For more information on this episode, Jaime can be reached at jaime@thehopemarket.com
2017-03-2200 min
Law You Should KnowJobs in NGO's and Non-ProfitsAuthor Liana Downey is interviewed about jobs in NGO's and non-profits.
2017-02-2527 min
Secrets of SuccessMission ControlLiana Downey, internationally known business consultant and author of Mission Control, will explain why we must get to the root of a problem before we can address its symptoms.
2017-02-2427 min
Nonprofit Ally PodcastNPA 052: How to Avoid Mission Creep and Achieve your Nonprofit GoalsNonprofit organizations obviously have a mission they follow. Sometimes they are lofty ones and other times they are vague and verbous. But the point of your mission is to focus your organization so you can do more. Or as Liana Downey puts it, in the title of her book, “Mission Control – How Nonprofits and […]
2017-01-1700 min
The Nonprofit Ally PodcastNPA 052: How to Avoid Mission Creep and Achieve your Nonprofit GoalsNonprofit organizations obviously have a mission they follow. Sometimes they are lofty ones and other times they are vague and verbous. But the point of your mission is to focus your organization so you can do more. Or as Liana Downey puts it, in the title of her book, "Mission Control - How Nonprofits and Governments can Focus, Achieve More and Change the World." In this podcast, Liana guides us through the process of defining our mission and refocusing our efforts so we can develop a strategy that really helps achieve our organizations mission. She also goes o...
2017-01-1757 minMission Control with Liana Downey - nonprofit leadershipLeading Social Change in the Government, Nonprofit and Now Corporate SectorDavid Raper, Lead, Asia Pacific Corporate Citizenship at IBM joins the Mission Control Podcast to talk about his diverse and fascinating experiences leading social change in the government, nonprofit and now corporate sector. We talk about the role big data is playing in population health, what the three sectors can learn from each other and how social media could be deployed to build bridges, rather than bubbles. David discusses the role of media in tracking disease outbreaks in China.
2016-12-0500 minMission Control with Liana Downey - nonprofit leadershipEarn the trust of a donorAsking for someone to invest their hard-earned money in your work can be both daunting and exciting. Leaders who understand the importance of building and nurturing donor relationships, and are good at -- are the ones who build a loyal donor following, who not only give, but will consistently help you expand your reach and network. In this latest Mission Control Podcast with Liana Downey -- you will learn more about how you too can consistently earn (and keep!) donor trust.
2016-10-1200 minMission Control with Liana Downey - nonprofit leadershipIs your structure holding you back?Is your structure a legacy of the past? Can you confidently say that your best people are working on your biggest priorities? Have you got an organization designed around the needs of your staff or is it actually designed around your programs? Are you operating in silos? The wrong structure can bog you down, the right structure can set you free. Invest a few minutes on your commute today to listen to some hot tips on how to get your structure sorted and boost your impact!
2016-10-1200 minMission Control with Liana Downey - nonprofit leadershipLeading change successfullyThere comes a time in every leader's life, when they need to navigate through change. Some people do it beautifully. Others struggle. Listen to Liana Downey, author, NYU lecturer and strategic advisor, share proven techniques on how to successfully lead and manage change, both the kind that is thrust upon you, and that you choose.
2016-10-0800 minMission Control with Liana Downey - nonprofit leadershipI've inherited a broken organization - now what?Congratulations! You've just been appointed the new leader of an organization (or major program!). But after the initial excitement wears off -- many leaders find themselves facing some the harsh reality -- that the organization they've inherited is a mess. Staff morale is low, systems are non-existent, funding is under pressure. Listen and you'll learn how to quickly find your feet, set yourselves and the organization up for success.
2016-10-0800 minMission Control with Liana Downey - nonprofit leadershipFinancing for Social Impact - Marc Diaz, NatureVestMarc Diaz talks about the powerful impact alternative financing structures can have. He talks about working with UNICEF to re-thinking financing structures, which led to the elimination of polio in Nigeria, and shares the work he and his team NatureVest--at The Nature Conservancy, finding innovative ways to protect the environment. Required listening for those looking to change the world!
2016-08-2400 min
Nonprofits Are Messy: Lessons in Leadership | Fundraising | Board Development | CommunicationsEp 18: Mission Control and Strategic Planning (with Liana Downey)It seems like everyone views strategic planning with a sort of dread. But when you do it right, it's game changing. With special guest Liana Downey.
2016-08-1330 min
Nonprofits Are Messy: Lessons in Leadership | Fundraising | Board Development | CommunicationsEp 18: Mission Control and Strategic Planning (with Liana Downey)It seems like everyone views strategic planning with a sort of dread. But when you do it right, it's game changing. With special guest Liana Downey.
2016-08-1330 min
Get Lost In Your Day With A Game-Changing Full Audiobook.Mission Control by Liana DowneyPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/94224to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Mission Control
Author: Liana Downey
Narrator: Liana Downey
Format: mp3
Length: 4 hrs and 33 mins
Release date: 05-26-16
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 4 ratings
Genres: Non-Profits & Charities
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2016-05-264h 33Mission Control with Liana Downey - nonprofit leadershipAllison Sesso, Executive Director, Human Services CouncilLiana Downey, author, speaker and strategic advisor, interviews Allison Sesso, Executive Director of the Human Services Council about the collapse of a $250m nonprofit organization; the Commission the Human Services Council spear-headed to investigate this and other industry bankruptcies; and the Commission's findings. A must-listen podcast with major ramifications for policy makers, government, funders and nonprofit leaders.
2016-05-1200 minMission Control with Liana Downey - nonprofit leadershipHuman Trafficking in the US -- Andrea Kopel, ED, National Council of Jewish Women New YorkLiana Downey, author, speaker and strategic advisor interviews Andrea Kopel about her work with the National Council of Jewish Women New York, including their work in stopping human trafficking, and enabling individuals to reclaim their lives and freedom.
2016-05-1200 min