Real Talk for Real Fundraisers

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How Rich Families Think (with Bridget Kustin from Ownership Project 2.0)

October 07, 2026

This week we're sharing an episode from our friends at System Catalysts, a podcast about the philanthropists and changemakers working to improve the systems that shape our world. We think this conversation will change how you see the major donors on your caseload.Anthropologist Bridget Kustin, Senior Research Fellow at Oxford's Saïd Business School and Director of Ownership Project 2.0, has spent years studying billion-dollar family businesses and family offices. Instead of approachin...

Strategies for a Successful Year-End Fundraising Season

September 28, 2026

If you’re looking at your year-end number and then at your to-do list and wondering how you’ll get it all done, you’re far from alone. Late September into October is when that pressure lands on almost every frontline fundraiser, and the roughly 75 days left in the year can feel impossibly short. In this episode of Real Talk for Real Fundraisers, Jeff Schreifels is joined by Lauren Centrella, a Veritus client experience leader and former frontline fundraiser, to walk through those 75 days one ...

Donors Can Smell It: Why Authenticity Wins, ft. Dwayne Ashley

September 03, 2026

Most stewardship programs are built around a formula: give at this level, receive this letter; give more, get invited to this event; give enough, get your name on a wall. But that model is quietly failing because donors can tell when they’re being processed instead of known. In this episode of Real Talk for Real Fundraisers, Jeff Schreifels and co-host Christopher Beck have a candid conversation with Dwayne Ashley, founder and CEO of Bridge Philanthropic Consulting, one of the largest full-se...

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How do I get in touch with Real Talk for Real Fundraisers?

Real Talk for Real Fundraisers is hosted by Jeff Schreifels and Christopher Beck. Its publicly listed email is jmcmurray@veritusgroup.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Real Talk for Real Fundraisers?

The publicly listed email for Real Talk for Real Fundraisers: jmcmurray@veritusgroup.com.

How many listeners does Real Talk for Real Fundraisers have?

Podseeker estimates Real Talk for Real Fundraisers reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Real Talk for Real Fundraisers?

Real Talk for Real Fundraisers typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Nonprofit fundraising practitioners and consultants (major gifts, planned giving, donor engagement/qualification), nonprofit leadership/people-development experts, executive coaches/leadership consultants; guests are typically recognized for practical frameworks or consulting experience relevant to fundraising operations and culture. Common among recent guests: Consulting/founder leadership development work; Fundraising consulting track record; Authored or published fundraising/leadership resources referenced by the show. Recent guests include Daphne Valcin, MCC, Diana Frazier, and Jeff Brooks.

How hard is it to get booked on Real Talk for Real Fundraisers?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Real Talk for Real Fundraisers cover?

Recent episodes cover Nonprofit, Fundraising, Major Gifts, Donor Engagement, and Donor Retention. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.