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Initiated SurvivorThe Truest Heart with Amy MalinAmy Malin is the creator and CEO of Trueheart, which serves as an in-between of Hollywood and philanthropy. A survivor of sexual assault and human trafficking, Amy founded Trueheart during her recovery process. Alongside her husband/business partner Scott Malin, Amy has raised thousands for a wide variety of causes including Domestic Violence, Gender Equality, HIV/AIDS, Homelessness, Human Trafficking, Hunger, LGBTQ+ Rights, Poverty, Racial Equality, The Arts, The Environment, Women’s Empowerment, and more. Today, she shares how she came to be so passionate about helping others and why she chooses to live her life leading with hope, li...2022-10-1149 min
Savvy, Booked, & Blessed25 - Working at the Intersection of Hollywood and Philanthropy with Amy MalinYour host, Devonee Thaxton, talks with Amy Malin of Trueheart, a full-service creative agency. In partnership with her husband, Scott, they are social entrepreneurs who have connected celebrities and purpose-driven brands with charities to help raise millions of dollars for deserving causes, for over two decades. In this episode, Amy shares her stories of witnessing the plights of homelessness, domestic abuse, and many other traumatic experiences and how, as a child, she was inspired by her grandmother to create charities and platforms to uplift and assist. To learn more about Amy's work, visit http://trueheart.com/.2022-07-0728 min
TrueheartLyn Sisson-Talbert & David E. TalbertThe married filmmaking duo of Lyn Sisson-Talbert and David E. Talbert join Trueheart to discuss their professional partnership producing movies over the last two decades. David and Lyn speak with Amy & Scott about the origin story for their hit Netflix film "Jingle Jangle” and the meaning behind their children’s books. Amy and Scott dive deep with Lyn and David about the importance of representation and telling stories that showcase the full black experience. Plus, the foursome share some laughs about what it’s really like to work with your spouse.2022-03-011h 05TrueheartBlake LewisRecording artist Blake Lewis joins Trueheart for a raw conversation about the double edge sword that was his experience as the runner-up on American Idol. Blake opens up to Amy and Scott about the perils of fame and how he bounced back from battling depression. He shares the artists that influenced him growing up and how he cultivated his incredible beat-boxing talent.Plus, Blake talks about how streaming has impacted the music industry and his exciting new music project The Private Language.2022-02-221h 03TrueheartJodi MannisEntrepreneur Jodi Mannis joins Trueheart to discuss the fascinating origin story of her viral sensation, Good Vibes Cookie Co. Amy and Scott chat with Jodi about the boost her business received after appearing on The Drew Barrymore Show. Plus, Jodi chats about how meditation helps fuel her creativity and why she wants to be remembered as someone who followed her heart.2022-02-1546 minTrueheartJason GeorgeActor and activist Jason George joins Trueheart to discuss the action-packed Station 19 and Grey’s Anatomy cross-over event that picks up from the Winter finale’s literal cliff-hanger of an episode. Jason also shares the secret to his chemistry with Chandra Wilson that has made them a fan favorite on-screen couple over the last decade.Plus, he reveals which Station 19 star is the biggest prankster and which former Grey’s Anatomy co-star he misses the most. Amy and Scott dive deep with Jason into two issues he’s passionate about, pediatric cancer and gun safety. Jason pays tribute...2022-02-011h 06TrueheartZachery DereniowskiZachery Dereniowski joins Trueheart to discuss how a breakup led to a mental health break-down where he ultimately had a breakthrough to help himself and others heal by creating powerful videos enjoyed by millions of people. He tells Amy and Scott the unbelievable story of how a random act of kindness brought his fans together to change a homeless man's life forever. Plus, Zach shares his secret to the transformative power of authenticity and vulnerability. 2022-01-2555 minTrueheartBlythe HillBlythe Hill joins Trueheart to discuss the global epidemic of human trafficking and how her style challenge led her to create the Dressember Foundation and a worldwide movement that has raised $15 million to fund vital anti-trafficking work. She also chats with Amy and Scott about the groundbreaking storyline where Grey's Anatomy helped teach viewers how to spot the red flags and warning signs of a person in danger. Plus, Amy opens up and shares her journey of healing from trafficking and sexual assault.2022-01-1853 minTrueheartRyan DevlinRyan Devlin joins Trueheart to discuss his Hollywood career and the time he was one degree away from kissing Harrison Ford. He also chats with Amy and Scott about the lessons he’s learned over the last decade as a social entrepreneur. Plus, Ryan shares how his purpose-driven brand This Saves Lives has donated 30 million packets of food aid to children in need and how we can all play a part in the fight to end severe acute malnutrition.2022-01-1151 minTrueheartElliott YaminElliott Yamin joins Trueheart to discuss how "American Idol” was the music boot-camp that prepared him for a successful career as a recording artist. He also chats with Amy and Scott about sharing the stage with one of the most talented casts in the show’s history including Taylor Hicks, Katherine McPhee, Chris Daughtry and Ace Young. Plus, Elliott shares how becoming a father changed his life, how he survived an 8.8 earthquake in Chile and the incredible humanitarian trip he took to Africa with Malaria No More.2022-01-0449 minTrueheartDebbie Gibson: The Princess Of PopMusic prodigy and platinum recording artist Debbie Gibson joins Trueheart to discuss her illustrious career over the last three decades. Plus, Debbie shares which tracks would be on her totally awesome 80’s mixtape and the incredible moment Elton John brought her onstage to perform with him and Billy Joel at Madison Square Garden. Debbie also chats with Amy and Scott about her new holiday single "Christmas Star" and the wonderful work she does with her favorite charities to fight for LGBTQ+ equality, rescue animals and lift children out of poverty.2021-12-2850 min
Nonprofit Jenni Show125. Partnering With Celebrities and Tips to Win More GrantsWe chat with Amy and Scott Malin, the founders of Trueheart, who help celebrities find nonprofits to support through public fundraising campaigns. We also play a round of Nonprofit Trivia about how you can win more grants with Laura Armstrong from Heart-J Center. In this episode, we mention a few resources you may want to check out! — Instrumentl’s grant research and management system — Little Green Light’s free fundraising resources — Giving USA’s 2021 annual report — Ashley and Faulk’s 2010 study on Nonprofit Competition in the Grants Marketplace — My once-per...2021-12-2741 minTrueheartChrisChaun: The Spiritual ConciergeFashion designer ChrisChaun joins Trueheart to discuss the iconic moment when Beyonce wore one of his signature bowties. Chris also chats with Amy and Scott about the work he’s now doing as a spiritual concierge, the importance of tapping into your emotional intelligence and how to form meaningful connections with other people. They also dive deep into why schools need to teach kids about discovering who they are instead of just focusing on test scores.2021-12-2156 minTrueheartCasting Pro Vinnie Potestivo: The Star AcceleratorVinnie Potestivo joins Trueheart to discuss how he got his big break in casting and then went on to help cast Beyonce and Mandy Moore in MTV projects. Vinnie shares the incredible origin stories of how Nick Cannon’s “Wild 'N Out” and Wilmer Valderrama’s “Yo Mama” became MTV hits. He also chats with Amy and Scott about what made the world fall in love with Jessica Simpson on “The Newlyweds” and how we can ensure greater representation for the LGBTQ+ community in front of and behind the camera. Amy and Vinnie reminisce about the excitement of starting their careers in New York...2021-12-1450 minTrueheartComedian Adam Hunter: The ObserverComedian Adam Hunter joins Trueheart to discuss how he went from doing comedy at laundromats, supermarkets and biker rallies to a successful career performing all over the world for the last two decades. He also chats with Amy and Scott about the true meaning of success and the toll the pandemic has taken on comedians' mental health. Adam also opens up about how the trauma he experienced as child drove him to become a comedian so he could connect with people by making them laugh.2021-12-0747 min
Limitless Podcast: Ignite Your Creativity & Chase Your DreamsEpisode 8: Being of service, compassion, creativity, and kindness with Amy MalinCome join Lori Moilov and Amy Malin as they deep dive into being of service, compassion, creativity, and kindness . Creativity is LIMITLESS!
For the last two decades, social entrepreneur Amy Malin has worked at the intersection of Hollywood and philanthropy with her cause agency Trueheart. Amy’s expertise is connecting celebrities and purpose-driven brands with deserving non-profits to raise millions of dollars for their causes, while creating global media campaigns that shine a spotlight on their noble mission. Amy and her husband Scott are the Co-Founders of the Trueheart social impact search engine where you can change the wor...2021-12-0334 minTrueheartTech entrepreneur and author Dave Liu: The Power Of A SmileTech entrepreneur and author, Dave Liu, joins Trueheart to discuss how he went from the janitor’s suite to the C-Suite during his prolific career on Wall Street and in Silicon Valley over the last thirty years. Dave chats with Amy and Scott about his new book The Way of The Wall Street Warrior and opens up about the profound lessons he’s learned from being born with a bi-lateral cleft lip and palate. Amy and Scott are also joined by Smile Train ambassador Zach Thomas and his Mom Allison Pagan to share their family’s inspiring story. 2021-11-3054 min
Innova.buzzAmy Malin, Little Things Everyone Can Do to Make a Big Impact in the World - InnovaBuzz 477In this episode, I’m really excited to have as my guest, Amy Malin, co-founder of TrueHeart cause agency and the Trueheart Social Impact Search Engine. For the last two decades, Amy has worked at the intersection of Hollywood and philanthropy. Amy’s expertise is connecting celebrities and purpose-driven brands with deserving non-profits to raise millions of dollars for their noble causes while creating global media campaigns that shine a spotlight on their wonderful work. Amy and her husband Scott are the Co-Founders of the Trueheart Social Impact Search Engine, where you can change the world with ever...2021-11-291h 00TrueheartCancer Survivor and motivational speaker D. Anthony Evans: The Power Of PositivityCancer survivor and motivational speaker D. Anthony Evans joins Trueheart to discuss his remarkable journey of having over 385 tumors removed from his body and how gratitude has helped him defy the odds. Amy & Scott chat with D. Anthony about his plant-based lifestyle, meditation and physical training regimen that helped him survive a terminal cancer diagnosis over a decade ago. Plus, he shares some of his top wellness secrets and why he chooses to die every night and celebrate being reborn each morning.2021-11-231h 12TrueheartCreative Jess Zaino: A Jess Of All TradesCreative Jess Zaino joins Trueheart to discuss how she’s reinvented herself over a dozen times as a voice-over artist on a hit animated show, a Saturday Night Live Production Assistant and a singer in a math and science rock band for NASA. Plus, Amy and Jess bond over being hustlers from an early age, saying yes to everything and living lives that are rich in fabulous experiences.2021-11-1636 min
Inspired Nonprofit LeadershipPartnerships for Advancing your Mission You Should Know AboutMy guests today are Amy & Scott Malin. Scott and Amy are husband and wife and the Co-Founders of the Trueheart cause agency and Co-Founders of the Trueheart social impact search engine. They are Hollywood’s social impact experts. Partners in the cause agency Trueheart, connect celebrities and purpose-driven brands to raise millions of dollars for charity. The Trueheart social impact search engine, a new social good platform that allows people to change the world with every search. Here’s what to expect during the episode: What is cause marketing? A mutually beneficial partnership. When shoul...2021-11-1138 minTrueheartNAVY SEAL Geoff Reeves: The Hero WithinVeteran Geoff Reeves joins Trueheart to discuss how he overcame being bullied as a kid and went on to serve our country as a NAVY SEAL for eight years. Geoff also talks about what makes a truly great leader, how we can honor our vets, and the work he's doing with the Force Blue team to help save our coral reefs.2021-11-0948 minTrueheartEntrepreneur Miki Agrawal : The DisruptorDisruptor Miki Agrawal joins Trueheart to discuss how she’s breaking the glass ceiling as the female founder of three successful companies, Tushy, THINX and WILD. Miki shares the three most important questions she asks herself before starting a business and why she wants to skid in to her grave used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming "Wow! What a Ride!”2021-11-0246 minTrueheartReality TV Pioneer Eric Nies: The Real OneReality TV pioneer Eric Nies joins Trueheart to discuss his rise to fame on MTV’s “The Real World” and having gratitude for one of the most traumatic experiences in his life. Eric also shares how we can all liberate our souls and how he’s helping people heal from trauma, addiction, illness and pain with his program, The Beauty Way. 2021-10-2659 minTrueheartActor & activist Jen Lilley: A Mother‘s LoveActor Jen Lilley joins Trueheart to discuss the wackiest plot-line written for her character on Days Of Our Lives and the joy of starring in feel-good holiday movies. Jen also chats with Amy and Scott about how growing her family through foster and adoption led her to start her incredible charity Christmas Is Not Cancelled, which sends love and hope, along with toys and back to school supplies, to kids in foster care.2021-10-1944 minTrueheartRap icon Kurtis Blow : The PioneerRap icon Kurtis Blow joins Trueheart to discuss his illustrious music career and the origins of Hip-Hop in Harlem in the 1970’s. Kurtis also chats with Amy and Scott about his philanthropic work with The United Coalition For Humanity and spreading holiday cheer on the upcoming tour of the Hip Hop Nutcracker. 2021-10-1251 min
BEONDTVTrueheart.com is revolutionizing raising money for non-profitsScott and Amy Malin have turned trueheart.com into a search engine that does good in the world. Their goal? To raise 1 billion dollars for charities by having people do what they already do everyday online, search. They donate 80% of net profits to charities like SmileTrain, Action Against Hunger, Global Green, A Paws for Ability, PFLAG and the Variety Boys & Girls Club. Celebrities like Brian Austin Green and Sharna Burgess have also lent their names to support the trueheart.com cause.
Plus we spoke with SmileTrain ambassador David Liu who is living proof that these life-saving and cha...2021-10-0606 min
For Her Empire PodcastHow To Effectively Build Relationships To Grow Your Business with Amy MalinIn today's episode of the For Her Empire Podcast, Amy Malin and I talk about how to build relationships to grow your business.
Relationships are priceless! That's a fact. You're not doing business with a company, you're doing business with people. And people want to collaborate with people they like and want to spend time with on a project.
By learning how to effectively build relationships, you'll grow your business. Amy has developed strategies over the last two decades which can be applied to your professional and personal life to deepen your relationships which will...2021-10-0549 min
The Nonprofit Exchange: Leadership Tools & StrategiesLittle Things Everyone Can Do To Make A Big Impact In The World:Little Things Everyone Can Do To Make A Big Impact In The World:Interview with Amy & Scott MalinOne of the main reasons donors lapse is poor communication from the non-profit and a lack of meaningful ways to engage donors and get them excited about their mission. Most people experience donor burn-out from being bombarded with messages about the world’s biggest problems that need fixing. As a society, we’ve become desensitized when we see suffering around us. That is why we’re big believers in making your donors the hero of the story, and sh...2021-09-1438 minTrueheartOlympic Gold Medalist Meryl Davis : The Heart of a ChampionOlympic gold medalist Meryl Davis joins Trueheart to discuss her journey to the top of the Olympic podium and the lessons she learned along the way. Meryl also chats with Amy and Scott about her humanitarian work with the non-profit Figure Skating In Detroit, her new children’s book Moon Walk: Forever By Your Side and how social media is not always what it seems. 2021-09-1443 min
Intuition: Your Success CompassInterview with Amy MalinThis week’s guest at Intuition: Your First Sense is Amy Malin. She and her husband Scott are both Co-Founders of Trueheart Social Impact Search Engine. They have been creating good for almost twenty-four years. Together they specialize in teaming up with purpose-driven companies, and they have helped raise millions of dollars for great causes around the world. They also produce beautiful social impact campaigns that drive billions of media impressions across traditional and social media. Whenever you search using their search engine, they give 80% of our net profits to important charity projects. You'll get the same gr...2021-09-081h 15
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 186 Leveraging The Power Of Celebrity to Fundraise for Your NonprofitJoin the Free Training on August 5th, 2025 "Work Smarter, Not Harder: How to Hire Help and Streamline Your Grant Writing Business in 2025" by clicking www.grantwritingandfunding.com/mentorship-webinarLeveraging the Power of Celebrity to Fundraise for Your Nonprofit with Amy & Scott Malin
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Let's be real. We talk about more than this in today's podcast, but we do really go through the nitty-gritty of leverage to the power of celebrity to fundraise for your nonprofit!
I know, I know. I've see...2021-09-071h 43
Narcissistic Music Disorder (NMD)NMD Podcast #42 Singer-Songwriters of the last 10 yearsSend us a textJohn and Scott discuss some favorite singer-songwriters of the last 10 yearsJohn:2012- Turnpike Troubadours "Goodbye Normal Street"2012- Alabama Shakes "Girls and Boys"2014- Hard Working Americans "self titled"2015- Jesse Malin "New York Before the War"2017- Steve Earle "So You Wanna Be An Outlaw"2017- Jason Isbell "The Nashville Sound"2018- Ben De La Cour "The High Cost of Living Strange"2018- 6 String Drag "Top of the World"2019- Amy Lavere "Painting Blue"2019- Chris Knight "Almost...2021-07-2858 min
The Daily Brief Podcast | PromaxTrueheart's Amy Malin Says You Can Use Your Gaming Powers for GoodLos Angeles-based creative agency Trueheart specializes in “connecting celebrities with great causes, helping them raise millions of dollars and then creating global media campaigns that shine a spotlight on the incredible work that these deserving non-profits are doing,” says Amy Malin, who co-founded the agency with her husband, Scott.At PromaxGames in San Francisco on April 17, Malin will lay out ways gamers -- from players to live-streamers to companies -- can dedicated some of that time, effort and money to good causes.2019-04-0853 min