Mar 24, 2026
How can nonprofits use podcasting strategically to strengthen community engagement, support learning and evaluation, and build long-term relationships? In episode 146 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, host Carol Hamilton and Andrea Klunder, founder of Creative Imposter Studios discuss:
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how nonprofits can use podcasting intentionally—not as a shiny communications add-on that fizzles after the original project champion leaves the organization, but as a tool that solves real organizational problems.
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How podcasting is a flexible medium that can support learning, evaluation, community engagement, and long-term relationship building.
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Why it’s so important to integrate the podcast across communications functions,
Together they explore why clarity of purpose, sustainability planning, and human-centered storytelling are essential if a nonprofit podcast is going to be worth the investment.
Episode highlights:
[00:07:25] – From Arts and Culture to Meaningful Impact
[00:09:38] – Why Podcasting Can Work for Nonprofits
[00:10:25] – Case Study: Podcasting as Process Evaluation
[00:14:04] – Inviting Stakeholders Into the Story
[00:16:13] – Common Misconceptions About Nonprofit Podcasts
[00:18:55] – The Myth of ‘Build It and They Will Come’
[00:20:25] – Integration Across Departments Is Essential
[00:22:25] – Measuring Success Beyond Downloads
[00:23:25] – The Sustainability Challenge
[00:25:49] – Podcasting as a Problem-Solving Tool
[00:26:24] – Case Study: Museums, Oral History, and Limited-Run Podcasts
[00:30:03] – Building Lifetime Engagement
[00:36:25] – Mapping the Content Ecosystem
[00:39:08] – What Makes a Nonprofit Podcast Successful
[00:39:52] – Letting Hosts Be Human
[00:45:31] – A Strategic Question for Leaders
Guest Bio:
Andrea Klunder is an award-winning podcast producer,
story editor, and content director. She is the founder of The
Creative Impostor Studios, a boutique agency that helps cultural
changemakers create powerful podcasting experiences. Under her
leadership, The Creative Impostor Studios and clients have earned
national recognition for their inspired impact and distinctive
editorial style. Andrea is a sought-after speaker and educator,
having led trainings and workshops for institutions such as
Community Change, After School Matters, University of Florida Media
Institute, and Podcast Movement. Since 2017, Andrea has facilitated
a program she designed for neurodiverse high school students in
Chicago, called Power Your Story, which was a finalist for the
Google Podcasts Creator Program. Andrea’s mission is to help your
voice shine!
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