Caseycast - The Monthly Podcast Of The Annie E. Casey Foundation

Join Lisa Hamilton, president and CEO of the Annie E. Casey Foundation, as she interviews Ellen Roche, a leading voice in early childhood education. Discover why relationships are crucial for creating ideal learning environments where all children thrive. Explore the intersection of research and practice, and learn how we can build a brighter future by investing in our youngest learners.

In this episode, Lisa Hamilton chats with United Way of Northern New Jersey’s Stephanie Hoopes about building a better measure of financial hardship for workers and families. Stream it now. Learn more at https://www.aecf.org/blog/stephanie-hoopes-on-building-a-better-barometer-for-financial-hardship.

In this episode of CaseyCast: Casey's Lisa Hamilton chats with Nicole Lynn Lewis, who leads Generation Hope, a nonprofit devoted to helping young parents go to — and graduate from — college.

Casey's Lisa Hamilton chats with Naomi Wadler who, at age 11, captivated millions at a 2018 March For Our Lives event in Washington, D.C. Now 15, Naomi continues to connect with audiences and advocate against gun violence. In this episode, Wadler about her rapid rise as a youth advocate, how parents — and politicians — can support young leaders, and what kids should keep in mind as they speak up and seek out meaningful change. Learn more at https://www.aecf.org/blog/naomi-wadler-on-raising-youth-voices-and-youth-advocates

In this episode of CaseyCast, Lisa Hamilton chats with Karol Mason, president of the John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York and one of the nation’s leading voices in criminal justice reform.

The latest CaseyCast episode features David Brooks — a journalist and social sciences scholar who is leading an inspiring charge to build stronger communities and social trust.

In this episode of CaseyCast, Casey Foundation President & CEO Lisa Hamilton talks with Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer about America’s cities, their greatest challenges, their role in driving change and their capacity to help kids and families flourish. Learn more at https://www.aecf.org/blog/greg-fischer-on-the-role-of-american-cities-in-building-a-better-future.

In this episode of CaseyCast, Lisa Hamilton chats with Jonathan Reckford, CEO of Habitat for Humanity, about America’s broken housing market, how we got here and the vital role that housing plays in creating successful families and communities.

Suzanne McCormick is the U.S. president of United Way Worldwide — a role that includes supporting and shaping the work of 1,100 local chapters across the country. Listen as CaseyCast host and Casey Foundation President and CEO Lisa Hamilton chats with McCormick about how the United Way has evolved its programs and priorities to better support communities and families during the pandemic. To learn more, visit https://www.aecf.org/blog/united-ways-suzanne-mccormick-on-serving-communities-during-the-pandemic/.

Sarah Hemminger is the CEO of Thread, a Baltimore-based nonprofit devoted to building intentional and meaningful support networks for young people who are facing significant challenges. Listen as CaseyCast host and Casey Foundation President and CEO Lisa Hamilton chats with Hemminger about her organization and its innovative 10-year commitment to helping young people succeed. Learn more at https://www.aecf.org/blog/sarah-hemminger-on-how-to-create-a-stronger-community-for-young-people/.

In this episode, Lisa Hamilton welcomes two guests — Ana Marie Argilagos and Sam Zamarripa — who are leaders in the world of Latino philanthropy. Argilagos is the president and CEO of Hispanics in Philanthropy (HIP). Zamarripa, a former Georgia state senator, now runs a biotechnology firm and Spanish-language digital media company and serves on the Board of Trustees for both HIP and the Annie E. Casey Foundation. During the interview, Argilagos and Zamarripa talk about the future of Latino philanthropy how the unique characteristics of Latino donors and communities play out in the philanthropic sector. To learn more about the episode and find show notes, visit https://www.aecf.org/blog/the-changing-world-of-latino-philanthropy-with-ana-marie-argilagos-and-sam/.

In this episode of CaseyCast, Casey Foundation President & CEO Lisa Hamilton talks with Thaddeus Ferber, executive vice president at The Forum for Youth Investment. Their conversation explores the benefits of adolescence, the shortage of leaders focused on helping young people thrive, and the importance of adults elevating youth voices and then getting out of their way. Learn more at https://www.aecf.org/blog/thaddeus-ferber-on-helping-young-people-grow-lead-and-thrive/.

In this episode of CaseyCast, the Foundation’s Lisa Hamilton chats with economist Arthur Brooks about what kids, families and communities need to flourish. Their conversation covers — among other topics — the benefits of engaging marginalized populations, the need to rethink the proverbial pursuit of happiness, and the merits of detoxing from national politics.

In this episode of CaseyCast, Annie E. Casey Foundation President and CEO Lisa Hamilton speaks to Council on Foundations President and CEO Kathleen Enright. Their conversation focuses on the philanthropy sector — including the power of the lived experience, how foundations are veering outside their longstanding lanes and where the field still has room to grow. To learn more about this episode, visit https://www.aecf.org/blog/kathleen-enright-on-philanthropys-role-importance-and-impact/.

In this episode of CaseyCast, Annie E. Casey Foundation President and CEO Lisa Hamilton interviews Independent Sector President and CEO Dan Cardinali. Their conversation explores the nonprofit sector and how it is driving change for the public good. To learn more, visit https://www.aecf.org/blog/dan-cardinali-on-big-bets-supporting-democracy-and-driving-impact-podcast/.

In this episode of CaseyCast, Annie E. Casey Foundation President and CEO Lisa Hamilton interviews impact investor Ben Hecht, who has served as the president and CEO of Living Cities since 2007. The conversation focuses on America’s urban landscape and explores opportunities to reduce poverty, drive innovation and promote equity and inclusion in cities across the nation. To learn more about this episode, visit https://www.aecf.org/blog/ben-hecht-on-equity-innovation-and-opportunity-in-american-cities/.

In this episode of CaseyCast, Annie E. Casey Foundation President and CEO Lisa Hamilton interviews William Thorne Jr., a member of the Pomo and Coast Miwok Indian tribes and a retired juvenile justice judge with 34 years of experience in tribal and state courts. Their conversation explores how past federal policies have harmed American Indian children, the biggest challenges facing tribal communities today, and what these communities are doing to help their own families heal.

In this episode of CaseyCast, Lisa Hamilton, the Annie E. Casey Foundation's president and CEO, interviews Dr. David Nichols, who is a pediatrician and president and CEO of the American Board of Pediatrics. Their conversation covers a wide range of topics, including the rise in mental health issues among kids, the importance of the 2020 census and the pivotal role that parents play in child well-being. Learn more at https://www.aecf.org/blog/dr-david-nichols-talks-child-health-gains-and-challenges/.

Casey's Lisa Hamilton talks with Cheryl Washington, president and CEO of East Baltimore Development Inc., a nonprofit charged with overseeing the transformation of a once-disinvested neighborhood in Baltimore. Their conversation explores how the community has evolved so far, how residents shaped the project in unexpected ways and what other cities should know about tackling large-scale urban renewal work. Learn more at https://www.aecf.org/blog/cheryl-washington-on-rebuilding-east-baltimore-and-its-future-podcast/

In this episode of CaseyCast, host Lisa Hamilton interviews criminal justice and youth development expert David Muhammad, who serves as the executive director of the nonprofit National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform. Their conversation explores the failures of juvenile probation, the value of age-appropriate interventions and the importance of putting youth and their families at the center of this work.