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Muhammad Yunus, the practical visionary who pioneered microcredit and won the 2006 Nobel Peace Prize for his world-changing efforts, here develops his revolutionary new concept that promises to redeem the failed promise of free enterprise: social business.

The Profits of Religion An Essay in Economic Interpretation is a thought-provoking non-fiction work by Upton Sinclair, first published in 1917. This compelling analysis examines the landscape of religious movements in the United States just before its entry into World War I. Sinclair critiques institutionalized religion, portraying it as a source of income to parasites and an ally of various forms of oppression and exploitation. His powerful arguments challenge readers to reconsider the role of religion in society.

L'émission qui raconte l'actualité des grandes fortunes et des grandes entreprises

Non-profits are big business. As the sector expands to embrace new issues, there is increased pressure for accountability, relevancy, and efficiency. Practitioners are expected to be experts in a variety of fields. In Five Good Ideas, 40 professionals from successful nonprofits large and small offer information, strategies for action, and management solutions that are easy to implement and will improve how organizations function.

An exposé of how society pays for corporations' "free lunch" and the cost of environmental damage, low wages, systemic discrimination, and cheap goods. In an age when business leaders solemnly profess dedication to principles of environmental and social justice, Christopher Marquis’s...

The Profits of Religion by Upton Sinclair. This excoriating critique of religion, especially as represented by powerful clerical institutions, is a lesser-known work by the author who had earlier become famous with his publication of The Jungle, an exposT of the poor labor conditions and unsanitary practices in Chicago's meat-packing industry. More than just a tirade against religion, this is the work of an impassioned, idealistic socialist writing at the beginning of the First World War, when the notion of an international socialist revolution still seemed like a very real possibility to ...

There is a generosity crisis in North America. The number of individuals giving to charity is on the decline. For nonprofits that rely on the generosity of everyday individuals, this is an alarming statistic. But amidst these challenges, a new opportunity has arisen: the subscription economy has transformed donor behavior and preferences, making recurring giving more accessible than at any other time in history.

“Pavement to Profit” Exposes the Hidden Psychology Behind The Guest Experience — From First Sight to Final Review Hospitality is about to get the wake-up call it didn’t ask for… but desperately needs. “Pavement to Profit”, hosted by consultant, trainer, and hospitality obsessive Ben, is the bold, cheeky, forensic new podcast that dives into the entire guest journey — not just the food, the drink, or the customer-service script. While most hospitality content talks about menus, staffing and leadership, Pavement to Profit uncovers what really drives guest satisfaction, loyalty, ...

Marcus Lemonis has invested more than $75M in businesses all across America. Now, take the journey with him as he lends his expertise to struggling businesses in various industries across the country while using his famous People/Process/Product principle. The money is real. The process is real. And this is what it takes to bring a business back to life.

Why is the Atlantic slowly filling with crude petroleum, threatening a millions-of-years-old ecological balance? Why did traders at prominent banks take high-risk gambles with the money entrusted to them by hundreds of thousands of clients around the world, expanding and leveraging their investments to the point that failure led to a global financial crisis that left millions of people jobless and hundreds of cities economically devastated?

“Badal Pernari Maanse” is the Marathi version of the popular Podcast “Being the Change”. In this Marathi show, Changemakers from different parts of Maharashtra will be interviewed, who have made it a mission of their lives to change the lives of others for the better, through their choice of medium – art, literature or social work. These Changemakers will speak about their lives, their missions and what motivates them with Rima Amarapurkar, who is an award-winning filmmaker, who believes in inspiring change through her thought-provoking works like films and documentaries. "...

Navigating the narrow waters of AI can be challenging for new users. Interviews with AI company founder, artificial intelligence authors, and machine learning experts. Focusing on the practical use of artificial intelligence in your personal and business life. We dive deep into which AI tools can make your life easier and which AI software isn't worth the free trial. The premier Artificial Intelligence podcast hosted by the bestselling author of ChatGPT Profits, Jonathan Green.

In the last decades, America has gone to war as supposed defenders of democracy. The War on Terror was waged to protect the West from the dangers of Islamists. US soldiers are stationed in more than 800 locations across the world to act as the righteous arbiters of the rule of law. In this book, Andrew Cockburn brilliantly dissects the intentions behind Washington's martial appetites.

Papperskriget är en podd om vad som händer när samhällets system inte håller ihop och ansvaret hamnar hos människor.I podden möter jag tre olika typer av gäster: 1. Berättelser från vardagenFöräldrar, anhöriga och personer med egen erfarenhet av funktionsnedsättning delar med sig av sina liv. Lyssnaren får ta del av hur vardagen med skola, vård, myndigheter och stödssystem faktiskt upplevs när man befinner sig utanför normen, bortom beslut, riktlinjer och goda intentioner.2. SamhällsperspektivetExperter inom funktionsrätt, politik och samhällsutveckling sätter de ...

Welcome to Everyday Emergency, a podcast by Médecins Sans Frontières / Doctors Without Borders (MSF).We bring you true stories and expert insight from people on the frontline of humanitarian events. From the conflicts that hit the headlines to underreported crises, we’ll be talking to our medical, logistical and humanitarian staff about working to save lives in some of the world's most challenging places.If you would like to support our life-saving medical work around the world, please visit msf.org.uk to make a donation or get involved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...

Wie gelingt nachhaltiges Wirtschaften in der Praxis? Welche Entscheidungen, Strategien und Innovationen machen Unternehmen zukunftsfähig – ökologisch, sozial und wirtschaftlich? Im Podcast Sustainable ImpACT von respACT - austrian business council for sustainable development - geben wir Mitgliedsunternehmen von respACT sowie spannenden Nachhaltigkeitsvorreiter*innen eine Bühne. Wir erzählen inspirierende Geschichten aus der Praxis: von mutigen unternehmerischen Entscheidungen, wirkungsvollen Nachhaltigkeitsstrategien und den Menschen, die Veränderung aktiv gestalten. Unsere Gespräche ...

Welcome to Worldwide Tails, the official podcast of Worldwide Vets, where we take you behind the scenes of global animal welfare, conservation, and veterinary humanitarian work. Through authentic conversations with our passionate team, volunteers, and project partners, you'll hear inspiring stories up close and personal — from rhino rescues in Africa and marine conservation in the tropics, to life-changing veterinary care in conflict zones. Whether you're an animal lover, future volunteer, or simply curious about global impact, this podcast will connect you to the people and animals at the ...

A podcast about election-related prediction markets. Hosted by Jon Kimball and David Rees.

Welcome to Making the Case with Lambda Legal! For 50 years, Lambda Legal has worked to address the highest priority needs for members of the LGBTQ+ community and those living with HIV. Join us as we discuss the creative strategies, unique challenges, and passion necessary to win some of the most significant cases for the LGBTQ+ community and people living with HIV, and be inspired by the stories and experiences of some of this movements most iconic change makers.

Behind the Thin Blue Line is a raw, unfiltered podcast diving into the real lives of law enforcement, military, and public safety professionals. Through honest conversations and real-world stories, we go beyond the uniform to expose the grit, sacrifice, dark humor, and hard truths that come with the job, on and off duty.