In this episode, Martín is joined by activist Joe Sangirardi. Joe is a LGBTQ+ activist and professional nonprofit and political fundraiser. Previously, Joe served as a Director of Leadership Giving at Human Rights Campaign and was the Director of Development at the LGBTQ Victory Fund. Currently, Joe serves as the Development Director for California YIMBY, California’s state-wide housing policy reform and advocacy organization. In this episode, Joe and Martín how discuss community engagement...

In this episode, Joe is joined by David Pepper. David is a lawyer, writer, political activist, former elected official, and adjunct professor. He served as the Chairman of the Ohio Democratic Party between 2015 and 2021. As a lawyer, he engaged in extensive litigation regarding important issues in Ohio including voter suppression and unjust election laws. David has published four novels that bridge real-world politics and fiction. He just released “A Simple Choice,” which is a thriller that...

In this episode, Martín is joined by Keith Gaby. Keith has over 30 years of experience as a political communications and public affairs specialist. Throughout these years Keith has worked on two presidential campaigns, as well as being appointed to the position of Director of Intergovernmental Affairs before working as a speechwriter for the Office of the Secretary of Defence. He has also directed two films, "The Quality of Light" and "The Bigger Hammer." In his current role, Keith serves as...

This week, Joe is joined by Todd Rogers. Todd is a Professor of Public Policy at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government and is a behavioral scientist who has done research on increasing communication skills between families, educators and students, employees, consumers, and voters. Todd is the co-author of the new book Writing for Busy Readers, which is a practical guide for writing more effectively and practically to increase communication skills. Joe and Todd discuss how the political...

In this episode, Martín is joined by Katie Belanger. Katie has over 20 years of experience in social justice and political work. Throughout these years, she has worked with nonprofits and for profit organizations, boards and staff teams, and coalitions and campaigns to align around a shared mission, build robust implementation plans, engage and develop leaders, and deliver real success to the communities they serve. Martín and Katie discuss qualities that make a successful leader in the realm...

In this episode, Joe is joined by Dave Fleischer. Dave is the founder and former director of the Los Angeles LGBT Center's Leadership LAB and the creator of the pioneering outreach approach called deep canvassing. He has politically organized all over the country and advocated for LGBTQ+ rights for decades. Dave and Joe discuss Dave's career path, his new Substack, and deep canvassing's empirically proven ability to change hearts and minds.

In this episode, Martín is joined by Daniel Hernández Jr. Daniel is a first-generation college student who interned for then-Congresswoman Gabby Giffords and was the first to administer first aid to her on the day of the tragic attack on her life. Inspired by Congresswoman Giffords' commitment to public service, he went on to be elected to his local school board and became the youngest school board president in the district's history. Starting in 2017, Daniel served in the Arizona State House...

In this episode, Martín is joined by Susan Markham. Susan is a partner and co-founder of Smash Strategies. Previously, she served as Senior Coordinator for Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment at the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), director of Women's Political Participation at the National Democratic Institute (NDI), and a senior strategist here at the Campaign Workshop. Martín and Susan discuss her journey into becoming a passionate advocate for gender...

In this episode, Joe is joined by Hal Malchow. Hal is a seasoned political consultant and writer with a successful career in politics. He has been recognized for his revolutionary work with the Sisk Award in 2005 for reshaping the marketing industry and his induction into the American Association of Political Consultants Hall of Fame in 2016. His work is also chronicled in Sasha Issenberg’s book The Victory Lab, The Secret Science of Winning Campaigns, and he has written political strategy,...

In this episode, Joe is joined by Katherine Miller. Katherine is a trainer, strategist, and advocate who previously served as the VP of Impact at the James Beard Foundation where she worked with leaders in the food system to create innovative programs to help address gender equity, sustainability, food waste, and child nutrition. She recently published her book "At the Table: The Chef's Guide to Advocacy," which offers a framework to help people become more effective communicators and policy...

In this episode, Martín is joined by Brandon Wolf. Brandon is a nationally-recognized gun safety and LGBTQ civil rights advocate and dynamic public speaker. He is a survivor of the 2016 shooting at Orlando's Pulse Nightclub. After losing two of his best friends that night, Brandon set out to honor their and the other 47 victims’ legacies with action. In this interview, Martín asks Brandon questions about his experience, advocacy, and career path. They discuss how to become involved in the gun...

That's a wrap for season 4! Tune in to hear Joe and Martín's highlights and takeaways from season 4. They discuss what they learned from our topics and guests this season and new insights on movement building. They also talk about what's next for our How to Win a Campaign podcast and preview our next bonus season. Stay tuned because we'll be back on February 22, 2024 with new episodes featuring some of our favorite authors, content creators, and influencers in the progressive space.

Coalitions are crucial for movement building because they bring together diverse strengths, resources, and perspectives, which ultimately creates a more powerful and resilient force for social, political, or cultural change. This week, Joe and Martín discuss movement building through coalitions and how to amplify a movement's impact through the shared resources, messaging, and a broader base of support that a coalition provides. They are joined by Cedric Lawson, Field Director at The...

Training is an important element of movement building because it helps to develop and empower individuals to contribute to and sustain a movement. This week, Joe and Martín discuss movement building through training with advice about how to maximize training and mistakes to avoid making. They are joined by the Executive Director of the LGBTQ+ Victory Institute, Elliot Imse. Martín and Elliot discuss the importance of trainings and how the LGBTQ+ Victory Institute's candidate and campaign...

Community organizing is crucial for movement building because it serves as a powerful strategy to mobilize and empower people. This week, Joe and Martín discuss how to effectively use community organizing to encourage the inclusion of diverse voices and perspectives and raise awareness about specific issues. They are joined by Aishatu Yusuf, Vice President of Innovation Programs at Impact Justice. Joe and Aishatu her work with the Homecoming Project as an example of successful community...

In this day and age, everything is moving digital. This week, Joe and Martín dive into the digital space and discuss how to incorporate digital tools, tactics, and strategies in movement building to help broaden a movement's audience. They review mistakes to avoid and tips for how to stay up to date in such an ever changing space. They are joined by Christina Harvey, the Executive Director at Stand Up America. Martín and Christina discuss tips for how to effectively use digital as a tactic...

Internal organizational management is key to the success of a movement. This week, Joe and Martín discuss how investment in good management of an organization really can make the difference between something staying together for the long haul or falling apart. They are joined by the CEO of the Management Center, Jakada Imani. Joe and Jakada discuss how The Management Center works to help leaders build and run equitable, sustainable, and results-driven organizations. They highlight the...

Happy holidays from all of us at The Campaign Workshop! We are taking a break from season 4 this week but look forward to resuming our season about movement building in the new year. Enjoy your holiday!

This week, Joe and Martín discuss movement building through fundraising. They offer advice about how to effectively use fundraising as a tool to create capacity, build movements, and obtain the resources you need to do the work you're doing. They are joined by Matt Singer, partner at Impactual. Matt has spent years consulting organizations in the fundraising space and digs deep into his top fundraising tips and how to empower donors. Martín and Matt discuss how to be thoughtful and humble...

Movement building through a foundation of trust and accountability can help sustain the momentum of a movement and attract a broader base of support. This week, Joe and Martín discuss the key elements of movement building through accountability and how to emphasize transparency and responsibility to help reach a movement's goals. They are joined by the CEO of Mighty Earth, Glenn Hurowitz. Glenn is an champion of environmental rights and leads Mighty Earth in using campaigns, communication,...

So many powerful movements originate from a single organization working from the ground up. In this episode, Joe and Martín dig deep into how this happens and explore strategies and tactics that enable an organization to transcend its boundaries and evolve into an engaging movement. They also address some of the barriers and frustrations that can happen along the way. They are joined by the executive director of Moms Demand Action, Angela Ferrell-Zabala. Angela and Martín discuss how a group...

Storytelling is a crucial element of any successful movement. This week, Joe and Martín discuss the power storytelling has in creating connection and empathy, inspiring people to act, and shaping identity and values. They are joined by Casey Donahue, the founder of Say it Like You and a lead instructor at The Moth. Casey and Joe tips for how to implement storytelling in your work to evoke emotion and inspire action.

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at The Campaign Workshop! We are taking a break from season 4 this week but look forward to resuming our season about movement building next week. Enjoy your holiday!

While digital and social media have become increasingly important in contemporary movements, traditional media continues to be a powerful tool for reaching diverse audiences, building credibility, and shaping the narrative around a cause. This week, Joe and Martín discuss the crucial role traditional media plays in movement building and distinguish between paid and earned media. They are joined by Maria (Mari) Urbina, the managing director at Indivisible. Martín and Mari discuss how to...