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Send us Fan Mail This week, I will share the simple process I used to move my investments to a more socially responsible index fund including the steps I followed and the mistakes that I made! Links from today’s episode: How to choose the best index fund | Forbes https://www.forbes.com/advisor/investing/how-to-choose-the-best-index-fund/  ICYMI another episode you might enjoy: Episode 76 The Surprising Truth About What ESG Investing Actually Means (recorded before the 2024 rebranding of this show) Connect With Genet “GG” Gimja: Website https://www.progressivepockets.com Twitter https://twitter.com/prgrssvpckts  Work With Me: Email [email protected] for brand partnerships, business inquiries, and speaking engagements. The information provided in this podcast is for general entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional financial advice. We make no guarantees about the accuracy or applicability of the content. Consult a qualified financial professional before making any investment or financial planning decisions. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail It's the perfect time of year to start thinking about summer travel. This episode covers some suggestions on how to plan a great vacation that respects local cultures and prioritizes environmental sustainability.  Discover practical tips for engaging with communities, understanding local customs, and avoiding cultural faux pas. We'll also discuss sustainable travel practices, such as supporting local economies, reducing waste, and choosing eco-friendly accommodations.  Whether you're a low-key traveler or prefer luxury, this episode will inspire you to make thoughtful choices that leave a positive impact on both the places you visit and the planet.  Links from today’s episode: Sustainable tourism worldwide - statistics & facts | Jan 2024 https://www.statista.com/topics/1916/green-tourism/  ICYMI another episode you might enjoy: Episode#73 It's wedding season! How to go green (recorded before the 2024 rebranding of this show) Connect With Genet “GG” Gimja: Website https://www.progressivepockets.com Twitter https://twitter.com/prgrssvpckts  Work With Me: Email [email protected] for brand partnerships, business inquiries, and speaking engagements. Easy Ways to Support the Show 1. Send this episode to someone you know! Word of mouth is how podcasts grow! 2. Buy me a coffee (or a soundproof panel!) https://buymeacoffee.com/progressivepockets  3. Leave a 5 star rating and review for the show! //NO AI TRAINING: Any use of this podcast episode transcript or associated show notes or blog posts to “train” generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to generate text is expressly prohibited. This includes, without limitation, technologies that are capable of generating works in the same style or genre as this content. The author reserves all rights to license uses of this work for generative AI training and development of machine learning language models// Support the show

Send us Fan Mail How are you feeling today? Are you one of many Americans who are feeling stressed and on the verge of current events burnout? Today’s episode is about self care for times like these. Pour a mug of something warm and grab a notebook. The work of building a better world is challenging, and requires that we find opportunities for rest, joy, pleasure, and community.  Links from today’s episode: Promoting self care and well-being among feminist activists and women’s rights defenders: Reflections from Burma and Palestine by Ginger Norwood | March 2013 https://www.upaya.org/uploads/pdfs/NorwoodPromotingSelfCare.pdf ICYMI another episode you might enjoy: Episode#160 One Hundred Things to do Today Instead of the 2025 Inauguration Love the book recos on this show? Check out the Progressive Pockets Bookshelf: https://bookshop.org/shop/progressivepockets  As an affiliate of Bookshop.org, Progressive Pockets will earn a commission if you make a purchase. Connect With Genet “GG” Gimja: Website https://www.progressivepockets.com Twitter https://twitter.com/prgrssvpckts  Work With Me: Email [email protected] for brand partnerships, business inquiries, and speaking engagements. Easy Ways to Support the Show: 1. Send this episode to someone you know! Word of mouth is how podcasts grow! 2. Buy me a coffee (or a soundproof panel!) https://buymeacoffee.com/progressivepockets  3. Leave a 5 star rating and review for the show! //NO AI TRAINING: Any use of this podcast episode transcript or associated show notes or blog posts to “train” generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to generate text is expressly prohibited. This includes, without limitation, technologies that are capable of generating works in the same style or genre as this content. The author reserves all rights to license uses of this work for generative AI training and development of machine learning language models// Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week let’s review the ACLU’s Know Your Rights printable guide (linked below). Knowing this information can protect you, your loved ones, and the members of your community. We are never powerless and today’s episode proves that. Links from today’s episode: ACLU Know Your Rights printable download https://www.aclu.org/know-your-rights-share-your-rights-immigrants-rights  ICYMI another episode you might enjoy: Episode#167 Self Care for Times Like These Love the book recos on this show? Check out the Progressive Pockets Bookshelf: https://bookshop.org/shop/progressivepockets  As an affiliate of Bookshop.org, Progressive Pockets will earn a commission if you make a purchase. Connect With Genet “GG” Gimja: Website https://www.progressivepockets.com Twitter https://twitter.com/prgrssvpckts  Work With Me: Email [email protected] for brand partnerships, business inquiries, and speaking engagements. Easy Ways to Support the Show 1. Send this episode to someone you know! Word of mouth is how podcasts grow! 2. Buy me a coffee (or a soundproof panel!) https://buymeacoffee.com/progressivepockets  3. Leave a 5 star rating and review for the show! //NO AI TRAINING: Any use of this podcast episode transcript or associated show notes or blog posts to “train” generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to generate text is expressly prohibited. This includes, without limitation, technologies that are capable of generating works in the same style or genre as this content. The author reserves all rights to license uses of this work for generative AI training and development of machine learning language models// Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week let’s chat about how we can support Minnesota’s immigrants right now. Whether you have funds to spare, extra food in your pantry or DFDF, there are lots of opportunities to help. Stay tuned for next week’s episode about ways to help all immigrants and your own non-immigrant friends and families. Links from today’s episode: Ways to Support Minnesota’s Immigrant Communities as ICE Activity Escalates | Mpls St Paul Jan 2026 https://mspmag.com/arts-and-culture/general-interest/ice-minnesota-support-immigrant-communities-fundraisers-food-drives-trainings/  ICYMI another episode you might enjoy: Episode#183 What Happened When a Group of Friends from Brooklyn Decided to Donate Together Love the book recos on this show? Check out the Progressive Pockets Bookshelf: https://bookshop.org/shop/progressivepockets  As an affiliate of Bookshop.org, Progressive Pockets will earn a commission if you make a purchase. Connect With Genet “GG” Gimja: Website https://www.progressivepockets.com Twitter https://twitter.com/prgrssvpckts  Work With Me: Email [email protected] for brand partnerships, business inquiries, and speaking engagements. Easy Ways to Support the Show 1. Send this episode to someone you know! Word of mouth is how podcasts grow! 2. Buy me a coffee (or a soundproof panel!) https://buymeacoffee.com/progressivepockets  3. Leave a 5 star rating and review for the show! //NO AI TRAINING: Any use of this podcast episode transcript or associated show notes or blog posts to “train” generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to generate text is expressly prohibited. This includes, without limitation, technologies that are capable of generating works in the same style or genre as this content. The author reserves all rights to license uses of this work for generative AI training and development of machine learning language models// Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Too often, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s philosophy has been simplified to a few memorable phrases from his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech. But did you know that Dr. King held some pretty radical money beliefs? Dr. King advocated for social justice and economic equality for all Americans and his ideas still resonate today. This is one of the most popular episodes of Progressive Pockets, so please enjoy!  Links from today’s episode:  https://www.washingtonpost.com/outlook/2019/01/21/economic-equality-martin-luther-king-jrs-other-dream/ https://www.debt.com/news/what-martin-luther-king-jr-taught-us-money/ https://www.npr.org/2021/01/18/958120759/martin-luther-king-jr-s-vision-for-economic-justice  ICYMI another episode you might enjoy: Episode#123 Poor People's Campaign Love the book recos on this show? Check out the Progressive Pockets Bookshelf: https://bookshop.org/shop/progressivepockets  As an affiliate of Bookshop.org, Progressive Pockets will earn a commission if you make a purchase. Connect With Genet “GG” Gimja: Website https://www.progressivepockets.com Twitter https://twitter.com/prgrssvpckts  Work With Me: Email [email protected] for business inquiries and speaking engagements. Easy Ways to Support the Show 1. Send this episode to someone you know! Word of mouth is how podcasts grow! 2. Buy me a coffee (or a soundproof panel!) https://buymeacoffee.com/progressivepockets  3. Leave a 5 star rating and review for the show! //NO AI TRAINING: Any use of this podcast episode transcript or associated show notes or blog posts to “train” generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to generate text is expressly prohibited. This includes, without limitation, technologies that are capable of generating works in the same style or genre as this content. The author reserves all rights to license uses of this work for generative AI training and development of machine learning language models// Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Did you know there's a tool that has been created if you have money to donate (and want the tax write-off this year) but you haven't quite decided where to donate yet? Whether you are new to Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) or you already have one and have gotten stuck on how to use it, this episode will provide some tips so your money can help as much as possible. Links from today's episode: Charitable Tax Reform For the 21st Century by Roger Colinvaux and Ray D. Madoff https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3462163 Until the River Runs Dry by by Chuck Collins Helen Flannery Dan Petegorsky Bella DeVaan https://inequality.org/great-divide/charity-reform-video/ The 2023 DAF Report released by National Philanthropic Trust https://www.nptrust.org/reports/daf-report/ Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week let’s chat about some practical suggestions for hosting a Thanksgiving that’s just a little more sustainable. From planning the meal to polling guests before they show up, you’re sure to leave today’s episode with at least one idea you hadn’t considered before! Links from today’s episode: Time Magazine: Thanksgiving Food Waste Is Nothing To Celebrate. But There Are Ways To Combat It https://time.com/6236321/thanksgiving-food-waste-ways-to-avoid/ Farm-to-Table Thanksgiving: How to Host a Sustainable Fall Feast https://biofriendlyplanet.com/farm-to-table-thanksgiving-how-to-host-a-sustainable-fall-feast/ ICYMI another episode you might enjoy: Episode#108 Decolonizing our Thanksgiving Plates (recorded before the 2024 rebranding of this show) Connect With Genet “GG” Gimja: Website https://www.progressivepockets.com Twitter https://twitter.com/prgrssvpckts Work With Me: Email [email protected] for brand partnerships, business inquiries, and speaking engagements. Easy Ways to Support the Show 1. Send this episode to someone you know! Word of mouth is how podcasts grow! 2. Buy me a coffee (or a soundproof panel!) https://buymeacoffee.com/progressivepockets  3. Leave a 5 star rating and review for the show! //NO AI TRAINING: Any use of this podcast episode transcript or associated show notes or blog posts to “train” generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to generate text is expressly prohibited. This includes, without limitation, technologies that are capable of generating works in the same style or genre as this content. The author reserves all rights to license uses of this work for generative AI training and development of machine learning language models// Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week we're exploring the topic of learning from Indigenous American chefs on how to use ingredients that are more authentic and historically accurate for our Thanksgiving celebrations. Links from today's discussion: Chef Sean Sherman Interview and Projects https://www.npr.org/2022/10/24/1131051237/the-sioux-chef-sean-sherman https://owamni.com/ https://sioux-chef.com/ Decolonizing Thanksgiving and Reviving Indigenous Relationship To Food by https://ndncollective.org/decolonizing-thanksgiving-and-reviving-indigenous-relationships-to-food/?fbclid=IwAR2N4_aL_EZtV-EvvtGoDHL_8E2b1VmsUO0bWv8cP0rByuR1RpRmnD8f_6c How to Decolonize Your Thanksgiving Dinner https://www.vice.com/en/article/9a8axe/how-to-decolonize-your-thanksgiving-dinner Support the show

Send us Fan Mail The family that gives together grows together! Figuring out how to get everyone involved in your family's giving can be a great exercise for the holidays. Tune in this week to learn more! Links from today's episode: https://hbr.org/2020/08/whats-your-familys-mission-statement https://www.theatlantic.com/sexes/archive/2013/02/want-to-give-your-family-value-and-purpose-write-a-mission-statement/273491/  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Did you know there are membership organizations for people of means who want to use their money in greater alignment with their values? Whether you are looking for a group to join or looking for free resources online to DIY your own journey towards greater alignment between your money and your values, tune in this week to learn more about: Toniic, Women Donors Network, Solidaire, Resource Generation, and Thousand Currents. Links from today’s episode: Toniic’s Directory of Impact Investments https://toniic.com/diirectory/  Financial Times: Toniic, partner of GIIN, wants to bring impact investing to China’s wealthy https://www.ft.com/content/23f02dd0-f3c9-11e8-9623-d7f9881e729f Women Donors Network https://womendonors.org/  San Francisco Chronicle: Zendaya makes $100,000 donation to Bay Area theater where she got her start https://www.sfchronicle.com/entertainment/article/zendaya-california-shakespeare-theater-donation-18680592.php Solidaire https://solidairenetwork.org/  Solidaire's Black Liberation Pooled Fund https://solidairenetwork.org/movement-partnerships/black-liberation-pooled-fund/  Thousand Currents https://thousandcurrents.org/  Resource Generation https://resourcegeneration.org/  ICYMI another episode you might enjoy: When Trust Fund Kids Grow Up- Episode 97 (recorded a few weeks before the 2024 rebranding of this show) Connect With Genet “GG” Gimja: Website https://www.progressivepockets.com Twitter https://twitter.com/prgrssvpckts  Work With Me: Email [email protected] for brand partnerships, business inquiries, and speaking engagements.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week, let’s chat about how to make your money work for both you and the world. From environmental sustainability to gender equality, learn how to screen out harmful companies and support those actively solving societal issues. Let’s also talk about how to leverage your shareholder voice to drive positive change. Tune in for actionable tips on making your investments a force for good while still keeping an eye on returns. Links from today’s episode: Sustainable Investing: An ESG Starter Kit for Everyday Investors by Kylelane Purcell and Ben Vivari https://www.businessexpertpress.com/books/sustainable-investing-an-esg-starter-kit-for-everyday-investors/  ICYMI another episode you might enjoy: Episode#124 What to ask a financial planner if you want them to consider your societal values Connect With Genet “GG” Gimja: Website https://www.progressivepockets.com Twitter https://twitter.com/prgrssvpckts  Work With Me: Email [email protected] for brand partnerships, business inquiries, and speaking engagements. Easy Ways to Support the Show 1. Send this episode to someone you know! Word of mouth is how podcasts grow! 2. Buy me a coffee (or a soundproof panel!) https://buymeacoffee.com/progressivepockets  3. Leave a 5 star rating and review for the show! //NO AI TRAINING: Any use of this podcast episode transcript or associated show notes or blog posts to “train” generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to generate text is expressly prohibited. This includes, without limitation, technologies that are capable of generating works in the same style or genre as this content. The author reserves all rights to license uses of this work for generative AI training and development of machine learning language models// Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Wondering how to figure out which charities are actually making a real impact and which are just paying lip service? This episode breaks down a simple, practical way to vet charities so your donations truly matter.  You’ll learn how to spot organizations with clear, focused goals, why it’s important to dig into their leadership and origins, and how to read their financial reports to see where the money really goes. Plus, there’s a practical suggestion for how to get to know a charity with smaller donations before giving even more. The episode also explains why starting to give now is better than waiting, even if you’re still refining your long-term plan. By the end, you’ll have a plan to confidently choose charities that align with your values and make sure your contributions create real, positive change. Links from today’s episode: Americans know very little about charities, new poll finds April 2023 https://apnews.com/article/nonprofits-poll-philanthropy-626acbb7a3f140068d4c814cfeae23ab Connect With Genet “GG” Gimja: Website https://www.progressivepockets.com Twitter https://twitter.com/prgrssvpckts  Work With Me: Email [email protected] for brand partnerships, business inquiries, and speaking engagements. Easy Ways to Support the Show 1. Send this episode to someone you know! Word of mouth is how podcasts grow! 2. Buy me a coffee (or a soundproof panel!) https://buymeacoffee.com/progressivepockets  3. Leave a 5 star rating and review for the show! //NO AI TRAINING: Any use of this podcast episode transcript or associated show notes or blog posts to “train” generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to generate text is expressly prohibited. This includes, without limitation, technologies that are capable of generating works in the same style or genre as this content. The author reserves all rights to license uses of this work for generative AI training and development of machine learning language models// Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Did you know that private prisons could be hiding in our retirement investments? In this eye-opening episode, let's explore how major corporations and Wall Street firms are making billions by operating prisons and exploiting incarcerated workers. You’ll learn how to use the free Prison Free Funds tool to easily check if your 401(k), IRA or other investment funds are invested in private prisons and related companies.  Most importantly, you’ll hear actionable steps you can take to divest your retirement savings from this industry. Whether it's contacting your employer about alternative fund options or choosing socially responsible funds, you'll walk away empowered to align your investments with your values. Our money has power. By keeping it out of the prison-industrial complex, we can be part of the solution to end mass incarceration and build a more just society.  Tune in to learn how to take control of your financial future while making a positive impact with your investments. Links from today’s episode: American Slavery, Reinvented. The Atlantic. September 2015. https://www.theatlantic.com/business/archive/2015/09/prison-labor-in-america/406177/ Prison Free Funds https://prisonfreefunds.org/ ICYMI another episode you might enjoy: Episode 82 Divesting from Prisons https://pod.link/1577031108/episode/04a729da60dd2f1eb0b27eaf1ac8853b   (recorded before the 2024 rebranding of this show) Connect With Genet “GG” Gimja: Website https://www.progressivepockets.com Twitter https://twitter.com/prgrssvpckts  Work With Me: Email [email protected] for brand partnerships, business inquiries, and speaking engagements. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week let’s chat about Mariah Carey’s giving. This episode goes beyond this powerhouse’s incredible music to explore her decades of heartfelt philanthropy. From co-founding Camp Mariah with the Fresh Air Fund to granting wishes for critically ill children and raising millions through benefit performances, today’s episode highlights her commitment to empowering youth, supporting health causes, and providing hope to those in need. Links from today’s episode: Mariahpedia https://mariahpedia.com/ ICYMI another episode you might enjoy: Episode#137 Where Taylor Swift donates her money Love the book recos on this show? Check out the Progressive Pockets Bookshelf: https://bookshop.org/shop/progressivepockets  As an affiliate of Bookshop.org, Progressive Pockets will earn a commission if you make a purchase. Connect With Genet “GG” Gimja: Website https://www.progressivepockets.com Twitter https://twitter.com/prgrssvpckts  Work With Me: Email [email protected] for brand partnerships, business inquiries, and speaking engagements. Easy Ways to Support the Show 1. Send this episode to someone you know! Word of mouth is how podcasts grow! 2. Buy me a coffee (or a soundproof panel!) https://buymeacoffee.com/progressivepockets  3. Leave a 5 star rating and review for the show! //NO AI TRAINING: Any use of this podcast episode transcript or associated show notes or blog posts to “train” generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to generate text is expressly prohibited. This includes, without limitation, technologies that are capable of generating works in the same style or genre as this content. The author reserves all rights to license uses of this work for generative AI training and development of machine learning language models// Support the show