
#41: On Being Christian: Identity and Action Through Investments
In this episode, Joy discusses the intersection of faith and finance, particularly in the context of addressing gender-based violence. She reflects on her Christian faith and its implications in a wor...
5 Des 202416min

#40: Gender Lens Investing in a Time of Backlash: Why it Matters Now More Than Ever
In this episode, Joy discusses the implications of the recent U.S. elections on transformative systems change, emphasizing the need to look beyond government solutions. She advocates for gender lens i...
21 Nov 202417min

#039: Financial Tools for Social Change: Ending Gender-Based Violence
In this episode, Joy discusses the intersection of finance and gender-based violence, presenting five strategies for using financial systems to reduce violence against women. The conversation emphasiz...
7 Nov 202429min

#038: A Birthday Reflection: Embracing the Limitations and Possibilities of Aging
In this episode, Joy reflects on her 57th birthday, exploring the themes of aging and the paradox of limitations versus possibility. She discusses societal perceptions of aging, the desire for permiss...
24 Okt 202421min

#037: Making the Invisible Visible: Advocating for Widow Rights in Africa
In this episode, Joy shares a profound conversation with Roseline Orwa, a champion for widow's rights in Africa. They explore the unique challenges faced by widows, particularly the cultural stigma an...
10 Okt 202421min

#036: Advanced Practices to address gender and power dynamics in African Finance: A Conversation with Dr. Ola Brown
In this episode, Joy chats with Dr. Ola Brown, a leader in gender lens investing and healthcare innovation in Africa. They discuss Dr. Brown's journey from emergency medicine to founding Africa's larg...
26 Sep 202427min

#035: The Core Pillars of Our Strategic Plan: Valuing the Future of Equality
In this episode, Joy discusses how to reimagine investments to support a future of equality. She explores the Core Pillar of the Criterion Institute's Strategic Plan: Value the Future of Equality, and...
12 Sep 202422min

#034: Disrupting Fields: How to Build Frameworks for Analyzing Power Dynamics
In this episode, Joy discusses the Criterion Institute's paper "Disrupting Fields", and the power dynamics that shape the development of ecosystems and fields of thought. She firstly introduces the id...
29 Aug 202428min



















