Our Podcast

For technical and scheduling reasons, our podcast, “Deep Impact Investing”, is going to take a hiatus. We’re not quite sure when we’ll be back, but we’ll be sure to mark our return with enough fanfare to catch your attention. In the meanwhile, please take a close look at the episodes we have here – surely, among the more than 100 episodes we’ve recorded over the last few years, there’s something here for you!

Is your investment portfolio merely a financial plan, or is it a catalyst for worldwide change? Wondering how your investments can help save the planet? Kimberly Griego-Kiel and Johann Klaassen unravel the mysteries of a circular economy and regenerative capital.

In this revealing episode, Kimberly Griego-Kiel sits down with Jonas Kron, Chief Advocacy Officer at Trillium Asset Management, to unravel labor rights intricacies, shareholder proposal complexities, and how global companies are held accountable.

In this episode, Kimberly Griego-Kiel unveils the secrets of the sustainable circular economy. Think it’s just another buzzword? Think again. Kim is challenging the age-old norms of the ‘take-make-waste’ economy you’re so familiar with.

You think you’re green, but is your recycling bin lying to you? In this compelling episode, Kimberly Griego-Kiel hosts a special conversation on the complex landscape of recycling with guest expert her wife, Rose Griego-Kiel. Together, they dig into the challenges, statistics, and potential solutions surrounding recycling systems, not just in the U.S. but globally.

What’s new in the market? How’s the investment arena doing so far? What if we all started investing like we truly cared? In this episode, Kimberly Griego-Kiel and Johann Klaassen navigate the current markets while providing a snapshot of the economy and all things inflation and investing.

Temperatures are rising, and extreme weather events are becoming way more frequent. So, what are we waiting to address this pressing issue head-on!? In this episode, Kim Griego-Kiel explores the alarming rise in global temperatures and the consequences of climate change.

This week, Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach and author of the groundbreaking book “Money Is Emotional,” joins Kim Griego-Kiel to share her personal experiences and expertise as a financial coach to revolutionize your perspective and relationship with money.

Listen in as Kim and Christine delve into the profound connection between emotions and money, exploring how it can significantly shape our choices concerning personal finance and the financial decisions we make.

This week, Rachel Curley, the director of policy and programs at US SIF, joins Kim to share her valuable insights and experiences from this year’s US SIF Hill Day in Washington, D.C. . Kim and Rachel reveal the takeaways from the meetings they attended while emphasizing the value of ongoing dialogue when it comes to policy decisions designed to shape the future of ESG and sustainable investing.

This week, Kim Griego-Kiel explores the fascinating world of emotional finance while uncovering tips and tricks you can use to tackle fear and anxiety when it comes to market volatility.

This week, Pooja Khosla, the Chief Innovation Officer at Entelligent, is back to chat with Kim Griego-Kiel about climate change, and the strategies chief operating officers (COO) of companies can implement to facilitate climate change-related improvements within their own practices. Together, they unpack the importance of setting achievable goals and making small, incremental changes to various systems, processes, and policies.

If you’re a small business owner looking to contribute towards combating climate change while also strengthening your business, make sure to stream this week’s episode of Deep Impact Investing with Pooja Khosla, the Chief Innovation Officer at Entelligent.

In Part Two of this conversation, Ladé and Hayley are back to uncover fascinating stories while detailing the impact of supporting African and Latin American SMEs. From increasing business performance to incorporating more women in the workforce, find out how the AMF is investing in SMEs to increase their commercial viability, which ultimately leads to strengthening these communities.

In this week’s episode, Kim Griego-Kiel is joined by Hayley Mundeva, the communications lead, and Ladé Araba, the executive director at the AlphaMundi Foundation, to talk about SMEs and their critical role in female job creation, economic development, and innovation. Tune in and learn how the AMF supports these enterprises through technical assistance and gender-inclusive policies leading to a positive social and environmental impact.

Are you interested in learning how to reduce poverty and create sustainable economic growth for everyone? In this week’s episode of Deep Impact Investing, Kim explains how poverty, decent work, and economic growth are part of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while detailing the progress made towards achieving these goals and the challenges and setbacks faced.

In this week’s episode, Kim delves into the world of sustainable impact investing while exploring some exciting new developments in California’s fight against climate change. Listen in as Kim navigates the latest news on stricter vehicle requirements, proposed emission disclosure bills, and the benefits of hybrid and electric cars.

This week, Sam Adams, the CEO and co-founder of Vert Asset Management, unpacks the ins and outs of sustainable investing and the need for more sustainability in the real estate arena. Sam shares Vert’s approach to educating and encouraging companies to take the next step in their sustainability journey while highlighting how the firm advocates for more sustainability in the financial services industry.

This week, Kim takes listeners on a journey through the world of finance, from the history of the stock exchange to the current state of personal finances in the US. Kim covers a range of interesting and surprising areas of finance, providing insights into the world of the markets and even the daily financial reality of ordinary Americans.

This week, Andy Behar, the CEO of As You Sow, joins Kim Griego-Kiel to talk about the nonprofit organization’s role in shaking up the business world with its innovative environmental and social justice approach. Listen in as Andy details the ins and outs of creating a more sustainable and equitable future for this and the years to come.

In this episode, Kim Griego-Kiel brings back one of our favorite guests, Johann Klaassen, the President and Chief Investment Officer at Horizons Sustainable Financial Services. Kim and Johann review the 2022 market performance while detailing the four areas that impacted the markets last year.

In this episode, Kim Griego-Kiel shares the findings from her research into honey bees and explores the connection between environmental farming and the future of our most important pollinator — the honey bee.