Topic: Donor Funds

5 chapters across the catalog

Bay Gin
Episode 1532 1:13:41 - 1:20:25

1532: Bay Gin

Project Veritas Financials, Form 990 Analysis

An analysis of Project Veritas's tax filings, showing a spike in revenue to $23 million in 2020. The discussion covers allegations of financial mismanagement, including chartered jets and black car services, and the high cost of legal fees for undercover journalism.

Beaches are Open
Episode 1239 50:20 - 55:03

1239: Beaches are Open

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Philanthropy as Investment

The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is scrutinized for its transition from traditional philanthropy to a model resembling a profit-making investment firm. Through "donor-advised funds" and the "Giving Pledge," wealthy individuals can gain immediate tax benefits while maintaining control over how billions are invested for a return on investment. Critics argue this system is more about exerting global control than pure charity.

CHUD
Episode 1131 1:24:18 - 1:27:58

1131: CHUD

Kony 2012 Bot Networks, Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation

The mechanics of viral videos are discussed, referencing the Kony 2012 campaign and the potential use of bot networks to inflate view counts. Leonardo DiCaprio's use of a "donor-advised foundation" is examined as a modern tax and philanthropic structure used by wealthy celebrities.

Burkini Meanie
Episode 855 55:17 - 58:31

855: Burkini Meanie

Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation and Donor Advised Fund Scandal

The Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation is scrutinized following reports of its involvement in a Malaysian money laundering scandal. The discussion explores the mechanics of "donor advised funds" and alleges that modeling agencies are paid to bring women to elite fundraisers to provide a specific atmosphere for wealthy donors.

Solution Space
Episode 730 1:58:58 - 2:03:30

730: Solution Space

Listener Donations, Rotterdam and New England Slang

The hosts acknowledge a variety of listener donations from Florida, Australia, and Rotterdam. They highlight a donor from New Hampshire using the regional term "wicked good." The segment concludes with a "jobs karma" soundbite for listeners seeking employment, maintaining the show's tradition of interactive listener support.