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The Nonprofit Exchange: Leadership Tools & StrategiesCollaborate to Innovate: Unlocking Success in Nonprofit PartnershipsCollaborate to Innovate: Unlocking Success in Nonprofit PartnershipsMichelle Shumate is the founder and owner of Social Impact Network Consulting (SINC). Through SINC, she helps social impact leaders find nuanced solutions through coaching and consulting. She is the author of the forthcoming book, Networks for Social Impact (Oxford University Press). Her work has been featured in Stanford Social Innovation Review, Nonprofit Quarterly, and Youth Today. Michelle is the founding director of Network for Nonprofit and Social Impact (NNSI), the Delaney Family University Research Professor, and Associate Faculty at the Institute for Policy Research at...2024-07-0227 min
Small Nonprofit: Fundraising Tips, Leadership Strategies, and Community-Centric SolutionsWhat You Need to Know about Nonprofit Mergers, Partnerships, and Asset Transfers with Michelle ShumateHave you ever thought about merging your nonprofit with another organization? Or maybe transferring a program to another nonprofit? You might be thinking, "That sounds complicated and risky!" But what if strategic collaboration could be the key to unlocking your nonprofit's full potential? In this episode of Small Nonprofit, Maria Rio is joined by Michelle Shumate, professor at Northwestern University and founder of Social Impact Network Consulting, to explore how nonprofits can use collaborations, mergers, and asset transfers to maximize their impact. Michelle shares insights from her extensive research on sustained nonprofit collaborations, h...2024-07-0232 min
Nope, Never Saw ItThat Thing You DoGina and Sonia kick off their 50th movie with a Kamakazi and follow with a Dirty Shirley (did we mention that you look really good in the red?) as they talk about that movie with the song. If you've seen the movie, you know the song. It's that one-hit wonder from the One-ders, That Thing You Do.2023-05-011h 22Nope, Never Saw ItFriends With BenefitsMix yourself an Old Pal (not to "play tennis" with it... to DRINK it!), and enjoy while Gina and Sonia discuss Sonia's love for New York City, Gina's love for Patricia Clarkson, and the nature of Jamie and Dylan's relationship in Friends With Benefits (not No Strings Attached). 2023-04-171h 29Nope, Never Saw ItGrosse Pointe BlankIs it possible for a hitman to find love? Is it possible to eat a pickled onion? Gina and Sonia explore these questions and more in their discussion about Grosse Pointe Blank, which stars John Cusack (sigh...). So pour yourself a Gibson, kick back, and enjoy.2023-04-031h 34Nope, Never Saw ItTwisterGreen sky. High winds. Horizontal rain... Looks like a storm's brewing, literally and figuratively. Mix yourself a Twister while Gina and Sonia talk about Twister and its twisted relationships in this classic action, adventure, thriller, romance. #teammelissa2023-03-201h 28Nope, Never Saw ItSleepless in SeattleListening to this episode is your destiny... or is it a coincidence? Let Gina and Sonia dissect this concept as they discuss Sleepless in Seattle. So mix yourself a New York Sour (and add a dash of cough syrup in case you, too, have a tickle in your throat) and enjoy.2023-03-061h 25Nope, Never Saw ItThe BeachBliss on The Beach? Maybe at first, but when love interests materialize and sharks attack, what first seemed like a paradise quickly devolves into a hell on Earth (thanks for letting me get a little poetic). Join Gina and Sonia as they sip their own Bliss on the Beach, and discuss the finer (and less finer) points of Danny Boyle's romance/adventure/thriller/travel film, The Beach.2023-02-201h 30Nope, Never Saw ItDonnie DarkoWhat is this movie about? Does it matter? Pour yourself a Dark and Stormy while you embark on a journey with Gina and Sonia through a tear in the fabric of the 4th dimension only to find yourself in a tangent universe tasked with saving the world. You have 28 days. Oh, and say hi to Frank the Bunny. This is Donnie Darko. 2023-02-061h 32Nope, Never Saw ItThe Matrix RevisitedGina and Sonia will be back in February with all new episodes! Until then, enjoy this revisit (not reloading, just to be clear) of The Matrix #Trinityismyhero2023-01-301h 19Nope, Never Saw ItAlmost Famous RevisitedThe broadway musical didn't work out, but the movie is still a classic. As we continue our stroll down memory lane, let's revisit another one of Sonia's picks: Almost Famous. Enjoy!
We'll be back in February with Sonia's latest pick, Donnie Darko.2023-01-161h 48Nope, Never Saw ItFace/Off (Rewind/Play Back)Happy New Year! We are taking a little break during the month of January, but don't worry! We'll be back in February with our newest episode - and a Sonia pick - Donnie Darko. Since we are starting February off with a Sonia pick, we thought it would be fun to revisit some of her past picks this month. We're starting with her first pick of the series, Face/Off. This is Sonia's favorite movie. This is not Gina's favorite movie. We had a lot to say. Enjoy! 2023-01-021h 29Nope, Never Saw ItThe Full MontyMix yourself a Naked and Famous and check out our new episode where we peel back the layers of The Full Monty. Clothing optional.2022-12-191h 11
Sugidama Sake PodcastEp. 38: Brewery Focus. Noguchi Sake Institute with Tengu SakeNoguchi Naohiko is a legend in the world of sake. He has been making sake since 1949 and is widely known as the God of Sake Brewing. After working at a number of breweries as a toji (master brewer) he now heads The Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute (NNSI) established in 2017 with the vision of passing Noguchi-Toji’s skill, spirit and sake philosophy to a new generation of brewers. At last, Noguchi sake is available in the UK thanks to Tengu Sake and its charismatic owner, Oliver Hilton-Johnson. Oliver has already been on Sugidama Podcast two years ago in Epis...2022-12-151h 11
Small Nonprofit: Fundraising Tips, Leadership Strategies, and Community-Centric Solutionsnetworks for impact with Michelle Shumate“Your first goal is let's create a win where we can begin to work on these relationships, where we can begin to build some trust, and then we're going to come back and we're going to see what the next step is. ” - Michelle Shumatenetworks for impact with Michelle ShumateIn today’s episode, we are joined by Michelle Shumate from Northwestern University and the author of Networks for Social Impact. If you’ve ever wondered about working in partnership with other organizations, Michelle shares her experience and framework to help that go smoot...2022-12-0527 minNope, Never Saw ItBooksmartPump up the Pomp and Circumstance, pour yourself a Graduate, and listen to Gina and Sonia discuss the finer points of Booksmart. PS - John Mulaney, thanks for listening.2022-11-281h 32Nope, Never Saw ItSinglesPut on your favorite flannel and doc martins, pop in a Pearl Jam CD, pour yourself a Black Hole Sun, and enjoy the chocolate bitters as Gina and Sonia discuss the finer points of their third Cameron Crowe classic, Singles. And if you're wondering where you last saw your garage door opener, perhaps you gave it away along with your heart. PS - John Mulaney, thanks for listening.2022-11-071h 31Nope, Never Saw ItGhostbustersEver wonder why Winston's part is kind of small, what the green blob really is, or what the difference is between "shaken" and not "stirred"? Gina and Sonia explore all these questions and MORE in their discussion about the classic family thriller comedy, Ghostbusters. So pour yourself a Manhattan, and while you're listening, if you see something strange in your neighborhood, who you gonna call? PS - John Mulaney, thanks for listening...2022-10-241h 24Nope, Never Saw ItSleeping With the EnemyAnother Julia Roberts film to talk about at length! So line up your hand towels, pour yourself a Cape Codder, and relax as Gina and Sonia discuss unpredictable weather, places to discard wedding rings, and ways to startle someone. It's time to delve into Sleeping With the Enemy. PS - John Mulaney, thanks for listening.2022-10-101h 22Nope, Never Saw ItBad TeacherGina and Sonia ring in the new school year with the raunchy comedy, Bad Teacher. Instead of actually reading the classic novel, mix yourself a Tequila Mockingbird, slip on your favorite pair of jeans, and enjoy our breakdown. PS - John Mulaney, thanks for listening.2022-09-261h 12Nope, Never Saw ItShakespeare in LoveMix yourself a Much a Woo Woo About Nothing **eye roll** and enjoy Gina and Sonia's take on the classic film about love, theater, crossdressing, and Marlovians. PS - John Mulaney, thanks for listening.2022-09-121h 39Nope, Never Saw ItHappy GilmoreAre you as beautiful as Carl Weathers? If yes, then throw on a white tux, set yourself down in front of a piano with a Transfusion in hand, and enjoy Gina and Sonia's breakdown of the Adam Sandler comedy classic, Happy Gilmore. PS - John Mulaney, thanks for listening.2022-08-291h 36Nope, Never Saw ItAlmost FamousWanna be cool? Pull out your favorite vinyl records, pour yourself a Rock 'n' Rye, and listen to Gina and Sonia sing their praises for their third Cameron Crowe film, Almost Famous. And remember, if you're ever in a crisis situation #justbelee. PS - John Mulaney, thanks for listening.2022-08-151h 47Nope, Never Saw ItFootlooseKick off your dancing shoes and mix yourself a Footloose with Chartreuse (definitely don't substitute with Sambuca!!). Enjoy as Gina and Sonia discuss the finer points of the 80's classic, Footloose. It'll hurt so good... PS: John Mulaney, thanks for listening.2022-08-011h 31
Nope, Never Saw ItRockyMix yourself a Liberty Bell and drink it on the "rocks" (see what I did there...?) while you listen to Gina and Sonia discuss the classic underdog story (or is it a love story??), Rocky. PS - John Mulaney, thanks for listening.2022-07-111h 28Nope, Never Saw ItTwinsPartner up with the Danny DeVito to your Arnold Schwarzeneggar, put on your best matching outfits, pour yourselves a Twin Hill, and enjoy Gina and Sonia's breakdown of the classic '80s Ivan Reitman comedy, Twins. And if one of you has to leave the room, just tell your twin to pause the episode and say, "I'll be back."2022-06-201h 35Nope, Never Saw ItGattacaPour yourself a gin & tonic and enjoy your tasty beverage while Gina and Sonia try to breakdown the human genome project, leg extension surgery, and the merits of the compelling sci-fi Gattaca.2022-06-061h 29
Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership160: Your Nonprofit Alliance May Not Be a Good Idea (Michelle Shumate)160: Your Nonprofit Alliance May Not Be a Good Idea (Michelle Shumate)SUMMARYAre you building successful alliances that truly benefit the mission of your organization? We operate under the assumption that collaborations in and of themselves are a good idea; however, Michelle Shumate’s extensive research of networks for social impact reveals why alliances are not always a good thing for nonprofit leaders to consider. In episode #160 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, Michelle articulates that...2022-06-0240 minNope, Never Saw ItClueWhat are we drinking today? A classic Sidecar with a dash of Murder! Check your cognac to make sure the butler didn't poison it and settle in while Gina and Sonia break down this "who dunnit" cult classic. And don't worry. We won't be "Lee Ving" any stone unturned...2022-05-161h 27Nope, Never Saw ItWhat's Eating Gilbert Grape?What IS eating Gilbert Grape? Pour yourself a red wine spritzer (or ask Sean to mix one with your favorite white) and enjoy as Gina and Sonia dissect all the things that trouble the title character in this classic drama.2022-05-021h 33Nope, Never Saw ItThe 40-Year-Old VirginPour yourself a "dirty" Arnold Palmer and listen to Gina and Sonia sift through the raunch in order to get to the heart of this Judd Apatow classic. 2022-04-181h 26Nope, Never Saw ItWhiplashPour yourself a highball, put on some smooth jazz, and enjoy while Gina and Sonia talk about tight black shirts, dissect dysfunctional relationships, share their mutual love for Paul Reiser, and drop a lot of F-bombs (hence the "explicit" rating for today's episode).2022-04-041h 48Nope, Never Saw ItBest in ShowCalling all dog lovers! Mix yourself a Salty Dog, curl up on the couch with your favorite canine, and enjoy Gina and Sonia's breakdown of Best in Show.2022-03-211h 23Nope, Never Saw ItThe Emperor's New GroovePour yourself a Cosmopolitan (but make sure it's not poison before sipping) and enjoy Gina and Sonia's breakdown of the Disney classic where they talk about concussions, speaking squirrel, and how the Emperor gets his groove back.2022-03-071h 23Nope, Never Saw ItJerry MaguireThrow on your favorite football jersey, pour yourself a margarita, and sit back while Gina and Sonia talk about relationship goals, concussions, naked butts, and the finer points of Jerry Maguire. Show me the cocktail! You had me at... excuse me, my phone's ringing... Hello?2022-02-211h 38Nope, Never Saw ItThe NotebookCuddle up with the one you love, mix yourself a First Love Champagne Cocktail, and listen as Gina and Sonia dissect Noah and Allie's relationship in the classic love story, The Notebook.2022-02-071h 43The Nonprofit Exchange: Leadership Tools & StrategiesNetworks for Social Impact About How Organization Can Work TogetheNetworks for Social Impact About How Organization Can Work Together to Move the Needle on Social Issues With Michelle ShumateWhen governments, nonprofits, and businesses come together as a “network” to address the most pressing social issues of the day, they can more easily overcome challenges related to social issue analysis, network governance, securing and managing funding, dealing with power and conflict, managing change, and utilizing data. In Networks for Social Impact, Dr. Shumate and Dr. Cooper depict when and how to use networks for social impact to improve issues related to educational outcomes, mental health and well...2022-01-2535 minNope, Never Saw ItThe Karate KidGina and Sonia are taking a little break. But if you've been binging season 4 of Cobra Kai, you may want to pay a little visit to where Daniel and Johnny's rivalry began. So pour yourself a Cobra Kai Mai Thai and enjoy Gina's pick for this week, The Karate Kid. And if you're just joining us, catch up on some of our other episodes. Wax on, wax off, my friends!2022-01-101h 23Nope, Never Saw ItMajor LeagueGina and Sonia are taking a little break. So this is the perfect opportunity to catch up on our earlier episodes! Sonia's pick for this week is Major League. Pour yourself a Cooperstown Cocktail, tap into your Wild Thing (whatever that means...) and enjoy the episode!2022-01-091h 31Nope, Never Saw ItA Christmas StoryPour yourself a Tipsy Santa and curl up on the sofa by your Christmas tree while Gina and Sonia break down the ultimate holiday classic, A Christmas Story.2021-12-271h 31Nope, Never Saw ItGremlinsTurn off all the lights, grab a Poinsettia (the drink, not the plant!), and join Gina and Sonia as they discuss the finer points of the holiday classic, Gremlins.2021-12-131h 22Nope, Never Saw ItRaiders of the Lost ArkGrab your hat and whip, pour yourself a Lucky Rock, and settle in while Gina and Sonia talk about spy monkeys, rogue flies, traveling by map, and how to pronounce Cointreau.2021-11-291h 27Nope, Never Saw ItCrazy Rich AsiansGather all the ingredients for a Singapore Sling, sit back, and relax while Gina and Sonia discuss Crazy Rich Asians.2021-11-151h 36Nope, Never Saw ItSixteen CandlesDo you remember your sweet 16? Mix yourself a Sweet (yet bitter) Sixteen and drink up! Because Gina and Sonia get real with this cult classic.2021-11-011h 45Nope, Never Saw ItPoltergeistLock all your real skeletons in the closet and mix yourself a Skeleton Key while Gina and Sonia contemplate life after death, movie curses, and creepy clown dolls in the classic scary movie, Poltergeist.2021-10-181h 36Nope, Never Saw ItSay AnythingMake your own version of a Purple Passion (grapefruit OR grape juice permitted) and listen as Gina and Sonia try to sift through the meaning of Cameron Crowe's Say Anything.2021-10-041h 47Nope, Never Saw ItRomy and Michele's High School ReunionPour yourself a Jack 'n Diet Coke and fold some scarves while Gina and Sonia talk about high school reunions, age-appropriate clothing, and the importance of friendship in Romy and Michele's High School Reunion. 2021-09-201h 31Nope, Never Saw ItDead Poets SocietySeize the day with a heavy pour of a Midsummer Night's Beam and enjoy Gina and Sonia's discussion about awesome teachers, over-the-top declarations of love, and bird symbolism as they breakdown Dead Poets Society. Carpe Diem, indeed...2021-09-061h 49Nope, Never Saw ItFace/OffGrab a peach and mix yourself a Boulevardier as Gina and Sonia talk about face transplants, face waterfalls, and the deadly Travolta/Cage combo in John Wu's Face/Off.2021-08-231h 29Nope, Never Saw ItMajor LeagueWild thing, pour yourself a Cooperstown Cocktail, get your wave on, and listen to Gina and Sonia swing away at their first and millionth impressions of Major League.2021-08-091h 31Nope, Never Saw ItThe GooniesHey you guys!! Arrrrrrrrgh you ready to talk about The Goonies? Pour yourself a daiquiri and settle in while Gina and Sonia dissect a staple from Gina's childhood.2021-07-261h 32Nope, Never Saw ItThere's Something About MaryPull out a frosted glass and pour yourself a Whiskey Sour while Gina and Sonia discuss whether or not there really is something about Mary.2021-07-121h 29Nope, Never Saw ItSaving Private RyanWrap yourself up in a blanket, pour yourself a spiked hot cocoa, and listen to Gina and Sonia discuss war, Barry Pepper, and the finer points of Saving Private Ryan.2021-06-281h 32Nope, Never Saw ItBONUS EPISODE! Friends ReunionI know what you're thinking... we were on a break! But we just had to sneak in a bonus episode and talk about the Friends Reunion, especially now that we are out to prove that Friends is the center of all things. So pour yourself a tall glass of something bubbly and listen as Gina and Sonia share their impressions of the reunion and their favorite television show.2021-06-211h 00Nope, Never Saw ItStand By MePour yourself a Summer Shandy and crank up the nostalgia while Gina and Sonia talk about Stand By Me. 2021-06-141h 32Nope, Never Saw ItPretty WomanGina and Sonia exchange dirty talk while sipping their Dirty Martinis and discussing the finer points of Pretty Woman.2021-05-311h 27Nope, Never Saw ItThis is Spinal TapMix yourself a Spinal Tap and crank it up to eleven while Gina and Sonia discuss This Is Spinal Tap.2021-05-171h 09Nope, Never Saw ItThe Karate KidStrike first and strike hard with a Cobra Kai Mai Tai and listen to Gina and Sonia wax (on) poetic about The Karate Kid2021-05-031h 23Nope, Never Saw ItLa La LandPour yourself a picture perfect tequila sunrise while Gina and Sonia break down La La Land.2021-04-191h 26
The Good, The Bad, and The SequelThe Next Karate KidThis week we are closing out the franchise of "Karate Kid" with "The Next Karate Kid" starring Hilary Swank and this sequel had a lot to discuss. We brought back our "Karate Kid" expert Gina from the "Nope, Never Saw It" Podcast to help us break it all down. We discussed Julie's teenage angst, owning a hawk, Miyagi playing a father figure, the Alpha Elite Squad, Monks bowling, the lack of extras, and so much more.
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T...2021-04-151h 56Nope, Never Saw ItThe MatrixMix yourself a (Ne)gr(o)ni and come up with your own hacker handle while Gina and Sonia discuss the merits of The Matrix.2021-04-051h 18Nope, Never Saw ItWhen Harry Met SallyPour yourself a bloody mary (try to make it better than Gina's!) and listen to Gina and Sonia break down When Harry Met Sally.2021-03-221h 25Nope, Never Saw ItNope, Never Saw It: IntroductionsIn the first episode of Nope, Never Saw It , Gina and Sonia talk about how they met, explain what the podcast is about, and demonstrate that Sonia hasn't seen very many movies.2021-03-0818 minNope, Never Saw ItPulp FictionGina and Sonia drink Time Bombs and dissect Quentin Tarantino's Pulp Fiction. 2021-03-081h 03Nope, Never Saw ItNope, Never Saw It: TrailerJust a little teaser... Stay tuned for our first official episodes that air on March 8th!2021-02-1501 min