Can You Save the World and Get Rich Doing It?

Logosofia no Dia a Dia · Mar 17, 2026 · 25m

In this episode, we explore the "philanthropy paradox"—the shifting landscape where traditional charitable giving is being replaced by the trillion-dollar world of impact investing. While proponents argue that private capital is the only way to solve global problems at scale, critics worry that the introduction of a profit motive fundamentally changes the nature of help. We examine the cautionary tales of microfinance and for-profit education, the mechanics of "blended finance," and whether the drive for measurable returns is leaving the world’s most vulnerable populations behind. Join us as…