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  • Making Impact Cool Again

    Making Impact Cool Again
    May 13 2026
    In this solo episode of the That’s Just Good Podcast, host Nick Marino Jr. challenges the idea that community impact has to feel outdated, transactional, or uninspiring. “Making Impact Cool Again” is a conversation about rethinking how businesses, nonprofits, and leaders engage people in doing good. From the rise of experiential brands like the Savannah Bananas to the energy and culture behind Feed The City events, Nick explores why the future of impact is not just meaningful, but memorable. This episode dives into: • Why traditional approaches to community engagement are losing attention • How creativity, culture, and experience can drive deeper impact • Why joy and fun are not distractions from purpose, but vehicles for it • How businesses can create community initiatives people actually want to be part of • The role storytelling, music, sports, and live experiences play in modern philanthropy • Why the next generation wants participation, not just observation Nick also shares practical ways organizations can rethink volunteerism, employee engagement, and corporate social responsibility to create movements instead of moments. If you care about leadership, community impact, corporate social responsibility, volunteer engagement, or building purpose-driven culture, this episode will challenge how you think about doing good in today’s world. Because impact should not just be important. It should be contagious.
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    12 min
  • Misaki Collins - The Assist Behind Community Change

    Misaki Collins - The Assist Behind Community Change
    May 8 2026
    In this episode of the That’s Just Good Podcast, we sit down with Misaki Collins, corporate social responsibility and external relations leader for the Dallas Mavericks, to explore how professional sports organizations can become powerful drivers of community impact. Misaki leads nonprofit partnerships, community initiatives, and grantmaking efforts through the Mavs Foundation, helping align business strategy with social good across North Texas. In this conversation, we discuss corporate social responsibility in sports, nonprofit partnerships, community engagement, philanthropy, and how teams can use their platforms to create meaningful change beyond the game. Before joining the sports world, Misaki worked on the Kamala Harris presidential campaign and focused on economic mobility through nonprofit leadership in Dallas. That background shaped her unique perspective on advocacy, equity, and relationship-driven impact. We also dive into: • The role of CSR in professional sports • How athletes and organizations influence communities • Building authentic partnerships with nonprofits • Why storytelling matters in social impact • Creating long-term community investment strategies If you’re interested in sports philanthropy, corporate social responsibility, nonprofit leadership, or using influence to create impact, this episode is packed with insight.
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    25 min
  • Ryan Wood: Shaping Impact Through Media and Influence

    Ryan Wood: Shaping Impact Through Media and Influence
    Apr 22 2026
    In this episode of the That’s Just Good Podcast, we sit down with Ryan Wood to talk about what it really takes to turn good intentions into meaningful, measurable impact. It’s easy to talk about doing good. It’s harder to build the systems, partnerships, and discipline required to actually make a difference. Ryan brings a practical perspective to this conversation, sharing how leaders and organizations can move beyond ideas and into action. We explore what separates impact that looks good from impact that actually works, how to stay focused in a world full of competing priorities, and why execution matters just as much as vision. If you’re leading a business, building something from the ground up, or looking to create a deeper impact in your community, this episode will challenge how you think about doing good and push you to take the next step.
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    36 min
  • Macario Robles: From Clippers to Community Impact

    Macario Robles: From Clippers to Community Impact
    Apr 3 2026
    In this episode of the That’s Just Good Podcast, we sit down with Macario Robles, founder and owner of DTX Barbers, to explore how a barber chair can become one of the most powerful places for connection, leadership, and impact. Macario shares how his work as a barber goes far beyond a service. It’s about building trust, creating space for conversation, and showing up consistently for the people in his community. We talk about how everyday environments can become platforms for influence, mentorship, and opportunity. As the founder of DTX Barbers, Macario has created more than a business. He’s built a space where culture, community, and purpose come together, one conversation at a time. This conversation is a reminder that impact doesn’t always start in boardrooms. Sometimes, it starts in places where relationships are built and consistency creates trust. If you’re looking to understand how to lead where you are, use your platform with intention, and create meaningful impact in your community, this episode is for you.
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    24 min
  • From Overwhelmed to Inspired: Fixing Cause Fatigue

    From Overwhelmed to Inspired: Fixing Cause Fatigue
    Mar 4 2026
    In a world where every headline asks us to care about something, many people are experiencing something rarely talked about, cause fatigue. It’s the quiet exhaustion that comes from constantly hearing about problems but feeling unsure how to make a real difference. When every organization is asking for attention, donations, and action, even the most generous people can start to tune out. In this episode of the That's Just Good Podcast, Nick Marino Jr. explores why 'cause fatigue' is happening right now and what leaders in business, nonprofits, and communities can do about it. We’ll talk about how overexposure to issues can overwhelm even the most purpose-driven people, why storytelling and authenticity matter more than ever, and how organizations can inspire action instead of exhaustion. You’ll also hear practical ways businesses and leaders can re-engage employees and communities by creating meaningful opportunities to make an impact. Because the goal isn’t to care less. It’s to help people care in a way that lasts. If you care about community impact, corporate responsibility, or leading with purpose, this episode will give you a new lens on how to keep inspiration alive when the world feels overwhelming.
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    17 min
  • Tamika Jackson: Strengthening Communities From the Inside Out

    Tamika Jackson: Strengthening Communities From the Inside Out
    Feb 18 2026
    In this episode, we’re joined by Tamika Jackson, Vice President and Community Manager at JPMorgan Chase for the Pleasant Grove/East Dallas area. With over 15 years of leadership in nonprofit and public service, Tamika shares how she’s building bridges between corporate resources and community needs. We explore her approach to neighborhood revitalization, inclusive economic development, and the importance of amplifying local voices. Tamika reflects on what it means to lead with service, not just at work, but in every part of her life, from her sorority to her church to her personal relationships. Whether you work in community development, corporate social responsibility, or simply want to deepen your impact where you live, Tamika’s story offers a masterclass in purpose-driven leadership.
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    43 min
  • Benjamin Vann: Fighting for Equity for Founders

    Benjamin Vann: Fighting for Equity for Founders
    Feb 11 2026
    In this episode of That’s Just Good, we sit down with Benjamin Vann, a trailblazing entrepreneur, philanthropist, and systems builder who is challenging how capital flows and who it flows to. As the Founder and CEO of Impact Ventures, Benjamin is leading a movement to empower women and people of color to become successful entrepreneurs, create generational wealth, and drive long-term economic justice in communities that have historically been left behind. Benjamin brings a powerful blend of experience in finance, donor-advised funds, nonprofit fundraising, and global microfinance. Early in his career, he worked at Fidelity Charitable, helping manage the world’s largest donor-advised fund. He later supported women entrepreneurs in developing countries through micro-lending, but one thing kept standing out. Whether it was giving or receiving capital, the decision-makers and recipients rarely looked like him. That realization fueled his vision to build something different. In 2017, he launched Impact Ventures with the belief that genius is everywhere, but access to opportunity is not. Through inclusive accelerator programs, capital access, mentorship, and capacity-building, Impact Ventures has helped entrepreneurs scale their businesses while confronting barriers such as systemic racism, limited professional networks, and financial exclusion. Their approach includes evaluating "distance traveled," a concept that recognizes how lived experience can serve as an entrepreneurial advantage rather than a disadvantage. Benjamin opens up about how his journey as a Black nonprofit leader has shaped the way he approaches impact, trust-building, and resilience. He shares real examples of entrepreneurs who have not only survived the system but are now reshaping it with the support of Impact Ventures. Whether you're a business leader, an aspiring founder, or someone passionate about social innovation, this conversation will stretch your thinking about what it means to invest in people, unlock potential, and build new paths forward. If you’re ready to think differently about the future of entrepreneurship, tune in and be inspired.
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    1 h et 1 min
  • Lauren Smith: Redefining Opportunity Through Inclusive Leadership

    Lauren Smith: Redefining Opportunity Through Inclusive Leadership
    Feb 4 2026
    Lauren Smith is building more than cafés; she’s building a movement rooted in dignity, purpose, and belonging. As the Executive Director of Hugs Café, Lauren is leading the charge to create meaningful employment and training opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In this episode, we talk about how she’s expanding the mission, opening new locations, and proving that inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s the smart thing. Lauren’s story is a masterclass in what it means to lead with heart and strategy. We explore how she’s redefining opportunity for those often overlooked, how businesses can follow suit, and why smaller organizations can still make a massive impact. Whether you're in nonprofit leadership, CSR, or just looking for a dose of inspiration, this conversation will challenge and uplift you.
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    32 min