Some of the biggest threats to your mission don’t look like threats at all. They look like smart strategy.

In this episode, Yoni Greenbaum shares a cautionary tale from his time in public media—when a promising revenue idea brought in big money… and even bigger questions. What happens when your organization slowly shifts away from its core purpose in pursuit of financial growth?

Expect:

• A behind-the-scenes look at a well-meaning idea that led to mission drift

• Three questions every leader should ask before saying yes to new revenue

• The difference between intentional evolution and accidental identity loss

• A practical framework for guarding what’s sacred—while still growing

If you’ve ever wondered whether your org is chasing dollars at the expense of its core purpose, this episode is for you.

🎧 Tune in for a reality check—and a roadmap—for staying true to what matters.

When leaders freeze, organizations stall. In this episode, Yoni Greenbaum unpacks what really happens when decision-makers hit pause—and how to get things moving again without blowing things up.

Expect:

• Real-world examples of how indecision erodes trust, morale, and momentum

• Tools for both leaders and teams to break through the logjam

• A framework for making purpose-driven progress, even in uncertainty

Whether you’re holding the decision—or stuck waiting on it—this episode offers practical ways to navigate the stall, reclaim momentum, and lead forward.

🎧 Tune in for a smart, actionable guide to turning hesitation into movement.

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What happens when a six-figure gift comes with strings attached? In this episode, Yoni Greenbaum walks through a defining moment in public media leadership—when his team turned down big money to protect editorial integrity and audience trust.

Expect:

• Behind-the-scenes stories of public media underwriting gone sideways

• A breakdown of the FCC rules that separate public from commercial broadcasting

• Lessons on holding the line when pressure to “just make it work” gets intense

Whether you're in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, or content strategy, this episode is a real-world reminder that some money just isn’t worth the cost.

🎧 Tune in for a candid look at the hard calls that keep mission front and center.

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