319: A Talent for Giving: Creating a More Generous Society for All

About this episode

John Studzinski discusses the evolution of philanthropy and the importance of giving and receiving in creating a more generous society.

The world around us has transformed dramatically—but has philanthropy kept up? For our Finding Brave guest today, John Studzinski , American-British investor and humanitarian and the author of the new book A Talent for Giving: Creating a More Generous Society that Benefits Everyone , this question isn't academic—it's deeply personal. His philanthropic journey began humbly, volunteering at a soup kitchen as a teenager. Today, he's recognized globally for transformative work addressing homelessness through London's Passage Day Centre and championing emerging artists through the Genesis Foundation . In the U.S., he serves on the boards of The J. Paul Getty Trust, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and the Foundation for Art and Preservation in Embassies (FAPE) and is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations. In this inspiring conversation, John shares his views on how the true meaning of philanthropy has been lost and how it needs to transform to inspire the next generation to make a more meaningful impact. John tells us about his book and how it has helped inspire individuals to spend the gift of time serving the common good. From the power and importance of human connection to the…

People in this episode

Host: Kathy Caprino

Guest: John Studzinski

Topics covered

• philanthropy
• humanitarian work
• community service
• empathy
• transformative giving
• social impact

Keywords

• philanthropy
• generosity
• community
• human connection
• empathy
• social change
• volunteering
• transformative work

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The J. Paul Getty Trust, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Foundation for Art and Preservation in Embassies, Council on Foreign Relations, London's Passage Day Centre, Genesis Foundation

Books & works: A Talent for Giving: Creating a More Generous Society that Benefits Everyone

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