The Giving Garden

In this episode of The Giving Garden Podcast, we sit down with Lisa Price - visionary founder of Carol’s Daughter, devoted mother, and cultural trailblazer - for an inspiring conversation about building a life that gives back.

From crafting beauty products in her Brooklyn kitchen to creating a beloved national brand, Lisa’s journey is a testament to creativity, perseverance, and purpose. We explore how she’s balanced entrepreneurship, family, and community - while staying deeply grounded in her roots and values.

Lisa also shares how her passion for giving has evolved into advocacy through Love Delivered, an initiative dedicated to addressing Black maternal health disparities. Her approach to leadership is layered with empathy and action, proving that you can build a business, raise a family, and still make space to uplift others.

This is a conversation about legacy, intention, and the power of showing up fully - in business, in motherhood, and in service.

In this powerful episode of The Giving Garden Podcast, host Martina Halloran sits down with Erin McAleer, President and CEO of Project Bread, to explore the urgent issue of food insecurity - and the innovative, community-centered solutions that can help end it for good.

Together, they dive into how systemic change, policy advocacy, and grassroots compassion can work hand-in-hand to nourish families, empower communities, and restore dignity to the dinner table. Whether you’re a woman passionate about giving back, curious about social justice, or seeking real ways to make a difference, this heartfelt conversation will leave you inspired and ready to take action.

This International Women’s Day, we’re honored to welcome Demi Knight Clark; a trailblazer in the male-dominated construction industry, founder of She Built This City, and fierce advocate for women in the trades. Demi’s story is one of resilience, grit, and unwavering determination to break barriers.

In this powerful conversation, Demi shares her journey from navigating personal challenges to empowering the next generation of women to build their futures - literally and figuratively. Her passion for creating inclusive spaces and her belief in the transformative power of giving back will inspire you to reimagine what’s possible.

Tune in and celebrate the strength, courage, and giving spirit of women everywhere.

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Food is more than sustenance – it’s a bridge of dignity, connection, and hope. 

In this powerful episode of The Giving Garden® Podcast, host Martina Halloran sits down with Michael Altfest, Director of Community Engagement and Marketing for the Alameda County Community Food Bank, to discuss the real impact of food insecurity on individuals and families, and the challenges of fighting hunger in our communities. They explore how we can all be part of the solution - whether through giving, advocacy, or simply spreading awareness.

This episode is a call to action, reminding us that small acts of generosity can create ripples of change. Because when we come together, we don’t just feed people - we nourish hope.

Tune in and be inspired to take part in closing the food insecurity gap, one meal at a time.

Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Giving Garden Podcast! 

In this heartfelt debut, Martina Halloran shares the inspiration behind the podcast and the powerful role generosity plays in transforming lives.

She invites listeners to reflect on how small acts of kindness can grow into something extraordinary, creating a lasting impact for individuals and communities. With personal anecdotes and a vision for what’s to come, this episode sows the seeds of a thriving community grounded in care and compassion.

Join us as we embark on this journey of discovery, connection, and giving—because giving isn’t just something we do—it’s something that connects us, grows us, and strengthens our shared humanity.

Tune in, subscribe, and let’s cultivate a garden of giving, one story at a time.

The Giving Garden Podcast launches January 9th, 2025.
Listen to this teaser to learn more about the power of giving.