Renegade Capital

Hosted by Andrea Longton, Ebony Perkins, & Leah Fremouw

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Nov 2025

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Renegade Capital is the activist’s podcast for finance and investments. We interview thought leaders who go into the ring every day to fight against the racist, sexist, and exclusive norms established by traditional financial and capital systems. Our listeners walk away inspired by our guests and armed with actionable tips and tools to use money to create the world in which they want to live. Whether you're an expert or a novice, there is something for everyone as we discuss impact investing, philanthropic giving, community lending, diversity in finance, and more.

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November 25, 2025Episode 1215 min

The Business Power of Women’s Sports

In our season finale, we sit down with Danielle Steer, Managing Partner of Tundra Ventures, to explore the explosive growth of women’s sports and the business ecosystem behind it. We dig into what intentional investment looks like, how to build governance that truly supports athletes, and why this moment is redefining impact in real time. It’s an energizing, thoughtful conversation. And the perfect way to wrap our season.Support the showLove the podcast? Subscribe and follow to never miss an episode.Linkedin | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Join our mailing list

November 18, 2025Episode 1116 min

How Law Shapes Finance with Osahon Okundaye

This week on Renegade Capital, we’re joined by Osahon Okundaye, finance and securities attorney and professor, to explore the powerful and often overlooked connection between law and finance.We dig into how legal structures are created, how they influence access to capital, and why financial professionals need to understand the law to better serve their communities.A sharp, insightful conversation you won’t want to miss.Support the showLove the podcast? Subscribe and follow to never miss an episode.Linkedin | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Join our mailing list

November 11, 2025Episode 1012 min

The Power and Promise of CDFIs

On this episode of Renegade Capital, Anna Smukowski joins us to honor the incredible impact of CDFIs and the people who make them thrive. She shares stories of their successes, the challenges they face, and how we can help strengthen these vital institutions that drive economic justice and community resilience nationwide.Support the showLove the podcast? Subscribe and follow to never miss an episode.Linkedin | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Join our mailing list

November 4, 2025Episode 916 min

Mergers & Mission: The Strategy Behind Longevity

What happens when we start thinking about our organization’s end game—not as a failure, but as a strategy for lasting impact?In this episode of Renegade Capital, we sit down with Sara Razavi to talk about mergers, acquisitions, and exit plans—not in the scary corporate way, but as powerful tools for sustainability and longevity. Sara breaks down why every mission-driven organization should know what comes after success, and how planning ahead can help your work—and your impact—live on for generations.Support the showLove the podcast? Subscribe and follow to never miss an episode.Linkedin | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Join our mailing list

October 28, 2025Episode 817 min

Moving Forward through Fear

In this episode of Renegade Capital, we talk with Julianne Zimmerman of Adasina Social Capital about what it means to keep moving forward in moments of uncertainty and fear. Together we explore how courage, curiosity, and a willingness to act despite discomfort can shape the path toward meaningful change. Julianne also shares how joining forces and working in partnership can amplify our impact and help create the larger outcomes we’re striving for.Support the showLove the podcast? Subscribe and follow to never miss an episode.Linkedin | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Join our mailing list

October 21, 2025Episode 713 min

When the Government Shuts Down: CDFIs Left in Limbo

We’re hitting pause on our Starfish Stories to talk about what’s making headlines right now — the federal government shutdown. It’s not just political drama in DC; it’s already having real consequences. The staff of the CDFI Fund has been laid off, and that’s sending shockwaves through the community development finance world.In this episode, we unpack what’s happening, what it means for CDFIs and the communities they serve, and how we can all respond when the systems we rely on stall.Because when the government shuts down, the work doesn’t stop — and neither do we.Support the showLove the podcast? Subscribe and follow to never miss an episode.Linkedin | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Join our mailing list

October 14, 2025Episode 617 min

Renegade Capital Hosts Share their Starfish Stories

We said we wanted to hear your starfish stories… but first, we’re sharing ours! In this fun, feel-good episode, Andrea, Leah, and Ebony open up about the everyday ways they’ve made a difference — at work, at home, and in their communities. From leadership moments to tiny acts of kindness, each story shows how small actions can spark real change.Big or small, every ripple matters.Listen in, get inspired — and then tell us your story at JOIN THE SHOW — Renegade Capital Podcast.Support the showLove the podcast? Subscribe and follow to never miss an episode.Linkedin | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Join our mailing list

October 7, 2025Episode 56 min

Starfish Stories: The Power of One

We’re launching something new — and it’s all about you.In this short episode, we introduce our new Starfish Stories series, inspired by the well-known parable of the person walking along the beach, tossing stranded starfish back into the sea — one by one. When told they couldn’t possibly save them all, they replied, “It made a difference to that one.”That’s the heart of this series. We want to hear how you are making a difference — in your work, your community, your corner of the world. The acts may be small, but the impact is real.Because change doesn’t always happen all at once. Sometimes, it happens one starfish at a time. Share your story at JOIN THE SHOW — Renegade Capital Podcast and join the movement.Support the showLove the podcast? Subscribe and follow to never miss an episode.Linkedin | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Join our mailing list

September 30, 2025Episode 414 min

Finding Alignment in a Time of Competing Priorities

This week, we sit down with Curtis Peterson who works closely with healthcare-focused foundations and startups. Curtis shares practical tools for navigating leadership priorities, making the business case for your work, and finding alignment in times of change.From start-ups to nonprofits and beyond, Curtis’s tips apply across industries:1. How to speak the language of impact—both human and financial.2. Why “don’t let perfect be the enemy of good” is critical advice for mission-driven organizations.3. Ways to frame your opportunities so they resonate with decision-makers today.If you’re working to advance your mission while balancing competing priorities, this conversation will give you strategies to move forward with clarity and confidence.Support the showLove the podcast? Subscribe and follow to never miss an episode.Linkedin | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Join our mailing list

September 23, 2025Episode 318 min

Liberating Wealth with Justice Funders

What does it mean to liberate wealth? In this episode, we chat with Lora Smith of Justice Funders about reimagining philanthropy, moving money with creativity and courage, and using capital as a force for justice. If you’re ready to think bigger about what your dollars can do, this one’s for you.Justice Funders: Powering Philanthropic TransformationSupport the showLove the podcast? Subscribe and follow to never miss an episode.Linkedin | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Join our mailing list