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The Shared Brain Podcast

Corrie Fortner

Booking Overview

Interview-led nonprofit and philanthropy show focused on fundraising, charitable giving, and organizational leadership, typically featuring practitioners and leaders from Canadian nonprofit and cultural organizations. PR agencies could credibly pitch nonprofit executives, fundraisers, HR and workplace-culture experts, philanthropy specialists, and leaders of charitable organizations; booking difficulty is likely low because the show favors accessible professionals with directly relevant expertise over high-profile celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 17

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: Canada

YouTube: 67 subscribers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

a.n@globalphilanthropic.ca

j.s@globalphilanthropic.ca

j.b@globalphilanthropic.ca

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Host

Corrie Fortner - Vice President at Global Philanthropic Canada, a Canadian consultancy providing fundraising counsel to nonprofit organizations.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Nonprofit executives, charitable-sector leaders, fundraisers, philanthropy professionals, human resources specialists, recruitment experts, and organizational-culture practitioners with relevant field experience.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership roles in nonprofit or charitable organizations, Professional expertise in fundraising, philanthropy, human resources, recruitment, or organizational leadership, Practical experience improving organizational effectiveness and employee well-being

Recent Guest Discussions

Lauren Wheeler - Human-centred Leadership, Workplace Culture, Staff Retention, Burnout Prevention, Professional Development, Succession Planning, And Flexible HR Policies In Nonprofit Organizations.

Derek Rolstone - Burnout Prevention, Recognizing Burnout In Nonprofit Teams, Workplace Culture, Employee Well-being, And Sustainable Organizational Practices.

Theresa Bolton - Burnout In The Nonprofit Sector, Workplace Well-being, Healthy Boundaries, Employee Assistance Programs, And Sustainable Organizational Cultures.

Recent Topics

Philanthropy, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Charitable Giving, Leadership

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Shared Brain Podcast
:

Beyond Home and Work: The Power of Third Places

October 01, 2026

Where do people go to feel connected, inspired, and part of a community?In this episode of The SharedBrain Podcast, we explore the growing importance of “third places”—the spaces beyond home and work where people gather, build relationships, exchange ideas, learn, and develop a sense of belonging.From libraries, parks, theatres, museums, and galleries to community gardens and cultural centres, third places can play a powerful role in strengthening communities and supporting individual and col...

Is Your Organization Ready to Raise More? The Truth About Fundraising Readiness

August 10, 2026

Is Your Organization Ready to Raise More?What does it really take to grow a nonprofit fundraising program?In this episode of The Shared Brain Podcast, François Lanthier sits down with Adrienne Nolan, CFRE, Senior Consultant at Global Philanthropic Canada, for an insightful conversation about fundraising readiness, organizational capacity, and sustainable growth.Adrienne draws on more than 35 years of experience in healthcare and post-secondary fundraising, including leadership roles with orga...

The Human-Centred Leadership Strategies Every Nonprofit Needs to Know

July 15, 2026

What does it take to build a workplace where people don't just stay—but truly thrive?In this episode of the Shared Brain Podcast, host Corrie Fortner, Vice President at Global Philanthropic Canada, sits down with Lauren Wheeler, Strategic Services Director at the Alberta Museums Association, for an insightful conversation about creating human-centred nonprofit organizations.Together, they explore the leadership practices that strengthen workplace culture, improve staff retention, prevent...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
The Shared Brain Podcast
:

How do I get in touch with The Shared Brain Podcast?

The Shared Brain Podcast is hosted by Corrie Fortner. Its publicly listed emails are a.n@globalphilanthropic.ca, j.s@globalphilanthropic.ca, and j.b@globalphilanthropic.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 Shared Brain Podcast?

The publicly listed emails for The Shared Brain Podcast: a.n@globalphilanthropic.ca, j.s@globalphilanthropic.ca, and j.b@globalphilanthropic.ca.

How many listeners does The Shared Brain Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates The Shared Brain Podcast reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Shared Brain Podcast?

The Shared Brain Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Nonprofit executives, charitable-sector leaders, fundraisers, philanthropy professionals, human resources specialists, recruitment experts, and organizational-culture practitioners with relevant field experience. Common among recent guests: Leadership roles in nonprofit or charitable organizations; Professional expertise in fundraising, philanthropy, human resources, recruitment, or organizational leadership; Practical experience improving organizational effectiveness and employee well-being. Recent guests include Lauren Wheeler, Derek Rolstone, and Theresa Bolton.

How hard is it to get booked on The Shared Brain Podcast?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does The Shared Brain Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Philanthropy, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Charitable Giving, and Leadership. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

a.n@globalphilanthropic.ca

j.s@globalphilanthropic.ca

j.b@globalphilanthropic.ca

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