The Discovery Pod

Publicly listed emails

dnelson@thediscoverygroup.ca

letsgo@thediscoverygroup.ca

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Advocacy, Data, And The Future Of The Sector With Angie Gélinas, President & CEO, The Nonprofit Chamber

October 07, 2026

How can we shift the perception of the social profit sector from being seen as a charitable afterthought to essential civic infrastructure? At the forefront of this movement is the Nonprofit Chamber, which is driving groundbreaking research and partnerships to demonstrate the indispensable role organizations play in community development. Host Douglas Nelson is joined by Angie Gélinas, the President and CEO of the Nonprofit Chamber, to explore how data and advocacy can transform public percep...

Opportunity Spotlight: BC Cancer Foundation With Becky Yost, Executive Director, Development

October 01, 2026

Building an impactful philanthropic strategy requires visionary leadership at the intersection of donor insights and data science. Selecting the right leader to drive research and prospect analytics is essential for elevating fundraising pipelines and accelerating mission-critical initiatives. In this Opportunity Spotlight episode, Becky Yost, Executive Director of Development at the BC Cancer Foundation, breaks down the key priorities for the Associate Director, Research and Prospect Analyti...

Finding The Right Pace As A New CEO With Brian Torrance, President & CEO Of ParticipACTION

September 30, 2026

Stepping into a major leadership role is a thrilling milestone, but finding the right pace can be one of the greatest challenges for any incoming executive. Striking the balance between executing bold, decisive actions and taking the time to listen, learn, and absorb organizational history is crucial for long-term sustainability. In this episode, host Douglas Nelson sits down with Brian Torrance, the President and CEO of ParticipACTION, to discuss the delicate art of executive transition. Bri...

Nonprofit Vision With Gregory Nielsen · Medium booking difficulty · 100 - 1,000 listeners

The ENGAGE Podcast · Medium booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

Nonprofit Nation with Julia Campbell · Medium booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

Nonprofit on the Rocks · Low booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

First Day Podcast · Medium booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

How do I get in touch with The Discovery Pod?

The Discovery Pod is hosted by Douglas Nelson. Its publicly listed emails are dnelson@thediscoverygroup.ca and letsgo@thediscoverygroup.ca. 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 The Discovery Pod?

The publicly listed emails for The Discovery Pod: dnelson@thediscoverygroup.ca and letsgo@thediscoverygroup.ca.

How many listeners does The Discovery Pod have?

Podseeker estimates The Discovery Pod reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Discovery Pod?

The Discovery Pod typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Chief executives, board chairs, founders, senior philanthropic advisers, and other established leaders in nonprofit, charitable, foundation, healthcare, and social-sector organizations. Common among recent guests: Leading a prominent nonprofit, foundation, or social-sector institution; Driving organizational transformation or strategic planning; Building sustainable fundraising or philanthropic programs. Recent guests include Jo-Anne Ryan, Andrea Seale, and Wendy Beauchesne.

How hard is it to get booked on The Discovery Pod?

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

What topics does The Discovery Pod cover?

Recent episodes cover Nonprofit, Philanthropy, Nonprofit Leadership, Fundraising, and Board Governance. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.