Economist Podcasts Give fast, spry young: the new philanthropists
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Feb 17, 2023 
Avantika Chilkoti, an international correspondent for The Economist, discusses how Silicon Valley billionaires are reshaping philanthropy with data-driven, impactful giving. Meanwhile, Tomas Keen, an incarcerated individual, shares his eye-opening experiences with day trading behind bars, revealing how he navigates finances while confronting the challenges of the prison system. The podcast also touches on the artistic legacy of Maya Widmaier-Picasso, highlighting her deep bond with her father and her struggles to preserve his work.
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Tech Billionaires' New Focus
- Tech billionaires are not just disrupting industries.
- They're applying their ambitious, fast-paced approach to philanthropy.
Generational Shift in Philanthropy
- Past generations, like Carnegie and Rockefeller, made fortunes and established foundations later in life.
- This contrasts with today's tech philanthropists who start much younger.
Silicon Valley Influence
- Silicon Valley's culture heavily influences young tech philanthropists.
- David Goldberg, CEO of Founders Pledge, encourages entrepreneurs to pledge donations, demonstrating this peer pressure.