Podcasts about Homelessness

What's Trending: The city of Tukwila has passed a city ordinance that now makes camping or being in an encampment on public property. The state’s proposed millionaire’s tax is getting some flak from multiple former Washington State Governors. // LongForm: Daniel Greenfield on his story about how Jews are being targeted for harm by Muslims in hospitals. This is currently happening in Australia // The Quick Hit: Victoria gives us her weekly Jeffrey Epstein update! Are there more people exposed, a French model recruiter is the latest name to be linked to Epstein after his body was found in Paris. 

Homelessness among veterans is a serious issue, but many veterans don't realize there are free legal resources available that can help them secure housing, access benefits, resolve legal barriers, and rebuild stability.In this episode of The Veterans Disability Nexus, we sit down with an accredited claims professional from the West Virginia Law Clinic to discuss how homeless veterans can access no-cost legal support and advocacy services.We cover: What the West Virginia Law Clinic does for veterans  How homeless veterans can qualify for free legal assistance  Common legal issues impacting homeless veterans  Help with VA benefits, disability claims, and appeals  Housing instability, eviction prevention, and legal protections  How legal barriers can delay access to benefits and services  The role law school clinics play in veteran advocacy  How veterans can connect with available resources quickly  What family members and advocates should know when helping a homeless veteran  Practical next steps for veterans who need immediate assistance If you or someone you know is struggling with homelessness, unstable housing, or legal challenges tied to military service, this episode provides actionable information on where to turn for help.Veterans should never have to face these challenges alone. Free legal support exists — and knowing how to access it can make all the difference.Subscribe to The Veterans Disability Nexus for expert insights on VA disability claims, veteran advocacy, legal updates, and resources designed to help veterans get the benefits and support they've earned.

Manda Aufochs Gillespie/ Folk U - Thanks for joining us on July 17, 2026 for the third week of our Village Commons Music Series, a simultaneously live and live-broadcast show, happening on Fridays from 1 - 2:30pm on the new Pavilion stage. This week it poured with rain! The SCCA generously lent the Manson's Hall deck so we could all stay dry and cozy. Host Manda Aufochs-Gillespie was joined by Owyn Pengelly, Denise Wolda, and Basil Aerie Thomas - 3 amazing local musicians in-the-round! The Village Commons Music Series is produced by Jemma Hicken, Sean Coyote, and Bryan McKinnon. It is made possible by the Cortes Island Community Foundation, Cortes Community Radio, and FolkU. Folk U Radio is taking old school viral every Friday at 1 p.m. and Mondays at 3 p.m./Wednesday at 6 a.m. @CKTZ89.5FM or livestreamed at cortesradio.ca. Find repeats anytime at www.folku.ca/podcasts.

De Clarke/ Cortes Currents - A couple of weeks ago, Cortes Currents ran a story about an emergency preparedness workshop offered on Cortes Island by SRD staffer Sarah Rosen. In the course of that workshop, volunteer firefighter Mike Brown and Fire Chief Eli McKenty made some comments about wildfire risk on the island, which they saw as the biggest potential emergency islanders face. In early July, I conducted an in-depth interview with Eli, in which we discussed wildfire risk in greater detail. I had a lot of questions: Why and how has this risk intensified over the last 20 years? How is our fire department responding to the growing hazard? What can Cortes Islanders do to protect themselves and their homes?

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Nyeleti Magadze, Workstream Lead for Social Development at Jozi My Jozi, to thank all the Walk the Talk entrants who participated in the 702-winter clothing drive, in support of homelessness ahead of next Sunday's big finale race/walk. They also share how participants can continue to donate to the cause by using the Zlato platform. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when we slow down long enough to truly see another human being?In this deeply thoughtful episode of Message in the Middle, Marianne sits down with Jody Zarn, an author, corporate trainer, and TEDx speaker whose life changed after buying a cup of coffee for a man named Leroy who was experiencing homelessness.What began as one small act of kindness became a life-changing friendship that challenged everything Jody thought she understood about trauma, mental illness, dignity, and human connection. As she slowly earned Leroy's trust, she discovered a man whose story, intelligence, pain, and humanity were far more layered than the labels people placed on him.Together, Marianne and Jody explore the emotional tension between helping and rescuing, the invisible ways trauma shapes us all, and why so many people today are quietly carrying the ache of feeling unseen.This conversation is emotional, nuanced, hopeful, and a reminder that every human being has a story beneath the surface.Connect with Jody:  https://www.jodyzarn.comhttps://mybook.to/JodyZarn Connect with Marianne:Website:  Message In The Middle with MarianneMessage In the Middle Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlistsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966Email:  Contact | Message In The Middle with MarianneSubscribe to Message In the Middle:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeLeave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today's episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content.Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in the Middle podcas...

Washington is leading the charge in a very dumb lawsuit that will make homelessness worse. A man has been charged for allegedly breaking the windows of a King County Metro bus and wielding a machete near the CID in Seattle. Is AI taking our jobs? One expert says no. // Big Local:  A stabbing attempt in Bellevue at light rail station. A lawyer for a suicidal teen blames Federal Way for a shooting. A teenager has been arrested for a slew of robberies in King and Pierce counties. // You Pick the Topic: Yet another World Cup fan has fallen in love with America.

John Krupinsky grew up in Danbury Connecticut in a law enforcement family — his father and brother were both cops. He followed that path starting in Ridgefield before joining the Danbury Police Department where he spent 45 years working undercover becoming a sergeant and a detective running drug busts and working alongside federal agencies. In this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, John shares the complete truth about what 45 years in law enforcement really looked like — from policing in the 80s and 90s to undercover work to drug busts to the city's relationship with federal agencies to his take on local cops working with ICE to why it is harder to be a cop today to dealing with social media and first amendment auditors to massage parlor busts to encountering Ian personally when he owned a club in Danbury to going viral to the Black Lives Matter movement. _____________________________________________ #cops #police #truecrimestories _____________________________________________ Thank you to GLD & FACTOR for sponsoring this episode: GLD: New customers get 40% Off with code LOCKEDIN at https://www.gld.com/ _____________________________________________ Factor: Head to http://factormeals.com/lockedin50off and use code lockedin50off to get 50 percent off and free daily greens per box, with new subscription only, while supplies last until 09/27/2026. (See website for more details). _____________________________________________ Connect with John Krupinsky: https://www.instagram.com/johnkrupinsky/ _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to John Karpinsky 00:54 Growing Up in a Policing Family 02:27 Starting a Career in Richfield and Danbury 05:48 Life and Work in Small Town Policing 07:41 Homelessness and Community Solutions 10:54 The Evolution of Policing Culture 14:04 Changing Crime Trends and the Drug Epidemic 18:48 Danbury's Unique Crime Profile and Law Enforcement Tactics 21:52 Gangs, Task Forces, and Major Cases 27:03 Undercover Work and Policing Methods Then vs. Now 34:44 Tech Advancements & Challenges in Modern Policing 39:35 Working with Federal Agencies & Major Takedowns 47:00 Cooperating with ICE and Local vs. Federal Law Enforcement 01:00:44 Navigating Police Department Administration and Patrol 01:04:38 Stories from the Danbury Nightclub Scene 01:11:28 Dive Team Dangers and Notable Local Cases 01:15:01 Drug Busts, Asset Forfeiture, and Ongoing Enforcement 01:20:27 Massage Parlors, Prostitution, and Community Issues 01:23:50 Most Impactful Cases and Coping with Trauma 01:32:00 Community Policing, Respect, and Building Relationships 01:37:07 Going Viral and Entering the Media Spotlight 01:44:42 Career Reflections and Lessons Learned 01:53:00 First Amendment Auditors and Modern Challenges 01:58:14 Closing Thoughts and Reflections _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John Krupinsky grew up in Danbury Connecticut in a law enforcement family — his father and brother were both cops. He followed that path starting in Ridgefield before joining the Danbury Police Department where he spent 45 years working undercover becoming a sergeant and a detective running drug busts and working alongside federal agencies. In this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, John shares the complete truth about what 45 years in law enforcement really looked like — from policing in the 80s and 90s to undercover work to drug busts to the city's relationship with federal agencies to his take on local cops working with ICE to why it is harder to be a cop today to dealing with social media and first amendment auditors to massage parlor busts to encountering Ian personally when he owned a club in Danbury to going viral to the Black Lives Matter movement. _____________________________________________ #cops #police #truecrimestories _____________________________________________ Thank you to GLD & FACTOR for sponsoring this episode: GLD: New customers get 40% Off with code LOCKEDIN at https://www.gld.com/ _____________________________________________ Factor: Head to http://factormeals.com/lockedin50off and use code lockedin50off to get 50 percent off and free daily greens per box, with new subscription only, while supplies last until 09/27/2026. (See website for more details). _____________________________________________ Connect with John Krupinsky: https://www.instagram.com/johnkrupinsky/ _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to John Karpinsky 00:54 Growing Up in a Policing Family 02:27 Starting a Career in Richfield and Danbury 05:48 Life and Work in Small Town Policing 07:41 Homelessness and Community Solutions 10:54 The Evolution of Policing Culture 14:04 Changing Crime Trends and the Drug Epidemic 18:48 Danbury's Unique Crime Profile and Law Enforcement Tactics 21:52 Gangs, Task Forces, and Major Cases 27:03 Undercover Work and Policing Methods Then vs. Now 34:44 Tech Advancements & Challenges in Modern Policing 39:35 Working with Federal Agencies & Major Takedowns 47:00 Cooperating with ICE and Local vs. Federal Law Enforcement 01:00:44 Navigating Police Department Administration and Patrol 01:04:38 Stories from the Danbury Nightclub Scene 01:11:28 Dive Team Dangers and Notable Local Cases 01:15:01 Drug Busts, Asset Forfeiture, and Ongoing Enforcement 01:20:27 Massage Parlors, Prostitution, and Community Issues 01:23:50 Most Impactful Cases and Coping with Trauma 01:32:00 Community Policing, Respect, and Building Relationships 01:37:07 Going Viral and Entering the Media Spotlight 01:44:42 Career Reflections and Lessons Learned 01:53:00 First Amendment Auditors and Modern Challenges 01:58:14 Closing Thoughts and Reflections _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

IN STUDIO GUEST - ERIC ZIMMERMAN - NEW HEAD OF RESEARCH FOR HOMELESSNESS AND LAW ENFORCEMENT OUTCOMES IN WA STATE AT THE WA POLICY CENTER. Globally Recognized Expert to Lead Research on Homelessness and Law Enforcement Outcomes for Washington // ERIC ZIMMERMAN CONT. // Heywood Tease

IN STUDIO GUEST - ERIC ZIMMERMAN - NEW HEAD OF RESEARCH FOR HOMELESSNESS AND LAW ENFORCEMENT OUTCOMES IN WA STATE AT THE WA POLICY CENTER. Globally Recognized Expert to Lead Research on Homelessness and Law Enforcement Outcomes for Washington // ERIC ZIMMERMAN CONT. // Woman arrested for posing as a tour guide at a zoo. Man arrested for posing as a tour guide at a museum 

Homelessness ends with a home... Technically. But there's much more to it, and the path to live indoors is most always complicated. For many unhoused people, access to services is only half the battle. The other half is trust. Like the disappointment of overpromised services that don't deliver, inadequate shelter conditions, and just the accumulated trauma of life on the street. All that can leave people deeply skeptical of the outreach workers and programs meant to help them. So what does it actually take to build trust across that divide? One Oakland organization may have found a starting point: pets. KALW's Homelessness reporter Alastair Boone went to learn more. 

Who counts as homeless in America?If you ask the Department of Housing and Urban Development, around 750,000 people are homeless in America. If you ask the Department of Education, that number shoots up into the millions. What does this discrepancy tell us?  And how do our cultural ideas about homelessness shape who we see as homeless, and who gets help? To find out, Brittany talks with Dr. Margot Kushel, Director at the UCSF Benioff Homelessness and Housing Initiative, and Dr. Molly Richard, assistant professor in the Department of Public Health at the University of Rhode Island's College of Health Sciences.Want more deep dives on cultural taboos?  Check out these episodes:The truth about men on the 'down low'Why can't we be normal about polyamory?Support Public Media. Join NPR Plus.Follow Brittany on Instagram: @bmluseFor handpicked podcast recommendations every week, subscribe to NPR's Pod Club newsletter at npr.org/podclub.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

#ChrisDistefano #StandUp #comedy Chris is back on the road with Mike Cannon, recording from Philadelphia after one of the wildest weekends they've had in a while. The guys talk about everything from bizarre street encounters and parenting to UFC fighters, prison stories, World Cup fever, comedy disasters, and why Philly might be the craziest city in America. It's another completely unfiltered episode of Chrissy Chaos.

Statistics from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development show the number of people experiencing homelessness across the country dropped by 3% last year. But the trend is moving in the opposite direction in Ohio.

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- In St Charles, they're looking at a different approach to dealing with homeless people: having a tiny home village built for them. - Banning the beggars...could it work this time?- Mark David Hall goes over the data on religious freedom in America. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trudie Mason is joined by Sue Smith, a Montreal journalist and broadcaster, and Victor Henriquez, Public affairs and crisis management specialist at Public Strategy and Conseil. Premier Christine Fréchette has decided to join the other leaders and promise to hold a summit on homelessness in 2027 if she is re-elected. Speaking of Fréchette, it seems she and other candidates for the party have decided to leave François Legault’s name and history in the past. Turns out Hydro-Quebec is selling electricity to the U.S at a cheaper price than what it sells here. The U.K government has announced that a nighttime curfew between midnight and 6 a.m. on social media for 16- and 17-year-olds will be enforced in order to help with its social media ban for kids under the age of 16. The Société du parc Jean-Drapeau has decided that puzzle enthusiasts will not be able to excavate the treasure that may have been buried by American author Byron Preiss in Montreal in 1981.

A Short North business owner wrote an open letter, published in Columbus Underground, to the city council.On behalf of business owners and residents, the letter's author would like to see Columbus leaders take action to help people living on the streets.According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Development, Columbus saw a 3% increase in the number of people experiencing homelessness in 2025.We're looking at the current state of the unhoused in Columbus on this hour of All Sides.Guests:Robin Davis, executive director, Safer DowntownBetsy Pandora, president and CEO, Short North AllianceShannon Isom, president and CEO, Community Shelter BoardHannah Jones, deputy director of community development, City of Columbus' Department of Development

We discuss the growing numbers, the region's response and the impact of federal policy changes.

News for the week of July 13: • HOUSING OUR HEROES: Trump admin pushes to combat veteran homelessness (1:20) • Judge FLINCHES while watching new Kirk shooting video (19:44) • America gave me safety when fear tried to follow me. (Işık Abla) (38:35)

A Short North business owner wrote an open letter, published in Columbus Underground, to the city council.On behalf of business owners and residents, the letter's author would like to see Columbus leaders take action to help people living on the streets.According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Development, Columbus saw a 3% increase in the number of people experiencing homelessness in 2025.We're looking at the current state of the unhoused in Columbus on this hour of All Sides.Guests:Robin Davis, executive director, Safer DowntownBetsy Pandora, president and CEO, Short North AllianceShannon Isom, president and CEO, Community Shelter BoardHannah Jones, deputy director of community development, City of Columbus' Department of Development

John Maytham speaks to Megan Pangeni, Head of the City of Cape Town's Street People Programme, about the City's international collaboration on tackling homelessness and its ongoing efforts to support people living on the streets. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In counties along New York's Southern Tier, the number of homeless people nearly tripled between 2019 and 2025. But without all the sidewalks, subways, and shelters of a big city, it's more difficult for street outreach workers to find and help homeless people. WNYC's Jimmy Vielkind talks with us about how the state's street outreach program has adapted to rural communities. Photo: Jimmy Vielkind -Got any questions, comments or story ideas? Send us a message at NYCNow@WNYC.org Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happens when we stop seeing labels and start seeing people?In this episode of The Ugandan Boy Talk Show, I sit down with Phinius Sebatsane, a social justice advocate, peacebuilder, community development practitioner, and speaker dedicated to restoring human dignity and building stronger communities across Africa.We explore the realities of homelessness, mental health, social cohesion, xenophobia, Afrophobia, and what it truly means to defend the dignity of every person. Phinius also shares how his travels across Africa have transformed his perspective and why empathy is one of the most powerful tools for creating lasting change.Whether you're passionate about leadership, social justice, community development, or simply becoming a better human being, this conversation will challenge and inspire you.In this episode:Phinius Sebatsane's journey into social justiceThe hidden reality of homelessnessWhy mental health deserves more attention in AfricaUnderstanding xenophobia and AfrophobiaPeacebuilding and community developmentHuman dignity and restorative justiceLeadership through serviceLessons from traveling across AfricaHow young Africans can shape a better futureIf you enjoyed this conversation, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.

PJ talks to Sean, who says a roof is just a start for people and ignoring complex needs is not fair and makes the area unsafe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

L.A. County warns it may take over LAUSD's budget. Why results from L.A.'s homelessness count are much slower this year. And Pasadena city officials fight the city's school district — over trees. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

This edition and its copy comes straight from the radio version that aired on WTJU this morningGood morning and welcome to Charlottesville Community Engagement for July 11, 2026. I'm Sean Tubbs, a writer and producer who covers local and regional government in the area in and around the University of Virginia. That includes Albemarle and Charlottesville, two communities in a nation wrestling with how to solve problems that often seem intractable.I'm traveling this week and so this is an archive edition that captures two recent discussions about trying to get a low barrier shelter for the unhoused built at 2000 Holiday Drive. This is a document of a process still in motion created to remind people that solutions can take a long time in a complicated world. This kind of journalism is intended to remind people of who said what and when.Source material:* Charlottesville City Council briefed on low-barrier shelter by groups that provide the programming, March 27, 2026* City Council presented with The State of Homelessness 2026 by four nonprofit groups working on the issue, May 12, 2026* Many details remain to be worked out for how three groups will work together at Charlottesville's future low-barrier shelter, May 15, 2026* Work continues to develop operations plan for low-barrier shelter and service center for unhoused, July 10, 2026New here? Sign up for the free newsletter, but please know that paid subscriptions keep it going!First public service announcement: The Good Foundation event todayThe GOOD Foundation invites community members to a FREE Urban Farming Workshop, Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Carver Recreation Center, 233 4th Street NW, Charlottesville. Master Gardener Sheila Jackson will teach you how to grow container vegetables and herbs in small spaces, and everyone receives a starter plant to take home. The workshop is part of The GOOD Foundation's Black Farmers Initiative. For more information, contact Jackie Martin at goodfoundationcville@gmail.com or 434-202-8034.Second public service announcement: Piedmont Master GardenersThe Piedmont Master Gardeners will present “More Trees, PLEASE!”, a free Garden Basics class open to all, on Saturday, July 18th at 2 pm at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1118 Preston Avenue. It will focus on suitable trees for home landscapes, emphasizing appropriate placement of native species, and highlights the benefits of trees to our environment and well-being. Register at Piedmont Master Gardeners dot ORG to reserve your place in the class. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

Washington is leading the charge in a very dumb lawsuit that will make homelessness worse. A man has been charged for allegedly breaking the windows of a King County Metro bus and wielding a machete near the CID in Seattle. Is AI taking our jobs? One expert says no. // Big Local: A black bear used the I-90 animal bridge and WSDOT is hailing this as some great victory. Federal Way passes emergency data center ban despite zero applications to build any. A Sumner man sprang from his bed while naked in the middle of the night to put out a fire. // You Pick the Topic: The US men’s and women’s national soccer teams are going to evenly split the $16 million World Cup prize.

"Did you know that being homeless is really expensive?" That's the sentence one Family Promise Winchester client said to Chris Brigante recently — and it's the question that anchors this follow-up episode of The Valley Today. Host Janet Michael welcomes Chris Brigante, Executive Director of Family Promise Winchester, back to the show for the deep-dive conversation she promised at the end of their last recording: what actually happens when a family loses their home and ends up living in a motel. Chris and Janet walk through one hypothetical family — mom with two part-time jobs, dad in a factory job, a toddler in daycare, and an elementary-schooler — and follow them through every consequence of an eviction: the storage costs, the $1,800–$2,000 monthly motel bill (nearly doubling to $4,000 for a family with three kids under the four-person occupancy limit), the food economy that forces you to eat out for every meal because you have no fridge, no stove, no freezer, and no cabinet space. The 21-day cycle-out that many people don't know exists (motels legally shuffle guests to prevent them from becoming tenants). The homework problem when your third-grader has nowhere quiet to work and can't invite friends over. The address problem when you're applying for a job or a driver's license. The Scarlet Letter of an eviction record that follows you into your next lease application, complete with double security deposits. And the compounding, invisible cost of shame — which Chris identifies as one of the biggest barriers to a family getting themselves out. The conversation closes with the math that makes Family Promise's work so cost-effective (about $500 per child in direct assistance for permanent, stable housing) and a genuine ask: to donors, to would-be landlords open to working with a vetted family, and to anyone who's ever been quietly judgmental about people living in motels — reconsider what you thought you knew. THE INVISIBLE COSTS OF LIVING IN A MOTEL A quick catalog, drawn from this episode, of the expenses and impacts that pile up on a family staying in a residence motel: DIRECT MONETARY COSTS • $1,800–$2,000/month for a family of four in one room (often more than the rent that got them here) • Up to $4,000/month if the family exceeds the 4-person occupancy limit and needs two rooms • Storage unit fees for all the belongings that don't fit • Restaurant meals for every meal, every day (no fridge, no stove, no freezer) • Laundromat costs, plus transportation to get there • Ride-shares or delivery fees for basic groceries and appointments • Some motels: even toilet paper is a paid add-on • Childcare during work hours (with no car and no support network to fall back on) INDIRECT AND INVISIBLE COSTS • Time — 2 to 3 hours a day just getting around town on foot or by bus • The 21-day cycle-out — packing everything up every three weeks to move to a new room or motel • No mailing address for job applications, drivers' licenses, or utility accounts • No Wi-Fi in some motels — cutting off job applications, online classes, and even phone service if internet-dependent • Loss of privacy — no separate space for a sick child, no quiet homework spot, no adult conversation • Safety exposure — smoke, noise, addiction, domestic violence audible through walls, a single front window as your only barrier MENTAL HEALTH IMPACTS • On children — instability itself (not the homelessness) is what harms development; the child knows it's not safe or permanent • On school-age children — hard to focus in class, can't do homework, embarrassed to be honest with peers • On parents — the shame of the situation itself becomes a barrier to problem-solving • On the family unit — crisis mode makes rational, step-by-step planning nearly impossible HOW TO HELP FAMILY PROMISE WINCHESTER • Donate directly at familypromisewinchester.org — the donation link is on the front page • Recurring monthly giving is the most valuable — Family Promise can predict and commit • Any dollar helps: about $500 in direct assistance per child gets a family stably housed • Consider in-kind donations for move-in kits (shower curtains, hooks, toasters, basic household items) • Landlords: reach out to Chris directly. Family Promise families are vetted, financially counseled, and Family Promise stays involved for 90+ days after move-in. • Donate clothing to Winchester CCAP — Family Promise picks up outfits there weekly for their families • Contact Chris directly for a coffee and conversation FAMILY PROMISE WINCHESTER'S SERVICE AREA • Winchester City • Frederick County • Clarke County • Warren County (Shenandoah County is served by a separate Family Promise chapter — the whole region is covered.) LINKS & RESOURCES • Family Promise Winchester: familypromisewinchester.org (donations, applications, contact) • Family Promise Winchester office: 131 South Cameron Street, Winchester, VA 22601 — (540) 323-8038 • Horizon Goodwill (Winchester) — free mailing address service for those experiencing homelessness • Winchester CCAP — clothing donations always welcome • Companion episode: "First Month's Rent: Why Small Investments Keep Families Out of Homelessness" — Chris's earlier conversation with Janet: https://thevalleytodaypodcast.com/first-months-rent THE VALLEY TODAY with Janet Michael — A decade of conversations. New podcast episodes drop weekdays at 11 AM. Catch the show on The River 95.3 and Fox Sports 1450 AM weekdays just after noon. Subscribe and listen at thevalleytodaypodcast.com — available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoy the show, please take a moment to leave a rating or review — it helps more listeners find us. 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Cost of housing is the #1 driver of homelessness in Clark County with domestic violence coming in at #2 // Prolific copper wire thief released without bail // AGREE TO DISAGREE: Moms and dads applying for jobs, for their kids // WE HEAR YOU! and WORDS TO LIVE BY

Did Denver really figure out how to solve homelessness? British news magazine The Economist recently touted Mayor Mike Johnston's long-term initiative to get people into shelter, and the 64% drop in unsheltered homelessness since 2023 – but what did they miss? City Cast Denver regular Michelle Jackson joins host Bree Davies to discuss the mayor's “all in” shelter plan. They also compare the latest homelessness work in Denver to Aurora's new tiered shelter and Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman's decision to sleep at a shelter one night a week since February. Plus, they debate the merits of McDonald's throwback fried apple pie and talk about the state of vendor variety – or lack thereof – at local farmers markets. Bree mentioned her conversation about the behind-the-scenes work at farmers markets with City Park Farmers Market co-owner Peter Wanberg. Sign up for Keep it Local! It's our weekly shopping guide to Denver's best local businesses. We pick a timely theme and give you specific recommendations for what to buy and where to eat. This week has got all our favorite places to get a fun, flirty, and most importantly cold drink ahead of this weekend's heat wave! Sign up for the weekly newsletter now. For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member! Where's your favorite local bakery to get a handheld apple pie? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Learn more about the sponsors of this July 9th episode: Denver Art Museum Blue Sky Regional Air Quality Council Denver Botanic Gardens Energy Outreach Colorado Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise

Send us Fan MailSend us Fan MailIn this heartfelt episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we welcome Jody Zarn, an inspiring author, corporate trainer, and TDX speaker dedicated to promoting empathy and mental health through the power of human connection. Jody shares her transformative friendship with Leroy, a homeless man whose story challenges our perceptions of homelessness and highlights the importance of seeing the person beyond the label.Listeners will be captivated by Jody's journey, beginning with a simple act of kindness that blossomed into a meaningful relationship. She recounts how their daily interactions not only provided Leroy with companionship but also offered him a sense of dignity and validation during his struggles. Jody emphasizes the profound impact that small gestures can have on someone's life, reinforcing the idea that everyone deserves to be seen and valued.Throughout the episode, Jody reflects on the lessons learned from her friendship with Leroy, including the misconceptions surrounding mental health and homelessness. She encourages listeners to embrace empathy and curiosity in their interactions, particularly in the workplace, where human connection can significantly improve corporate culture and productivity.Join us for an inspiring conversation that reminds us of the importance of kindness, understanding, and the shared humanity that connects us all. Jody also discusses her upcoming projects, including her book, *Higher Power Betty and the Homeless Man Who Changed My Life*, and her aspirations to become a motivational speaker, spreading her message of hope and compassion.What You'll Learn in This Episode:- The power of small acts of kindness in transforming lives- Insights into the realities of homelessness and mental health- The significance of empathy in personal and professional relationships- How to foster a positive workplace culture through understanding- Jody's journey of writing her book and her future speaking engagementsFor more information on Jody Zorn and her work, visit her website at jodyzarn.com and find her book on Amazon Worldwide.Support the show

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Send us Fan MailWe talk with Arvada's homelessness manager, Lynette Badasarian, about how the City is addressing homelessness, including outreach, help with IDs, reunification, and transitional housing. We also break down common myths, share local data on homelessness, and explain how community members can support the network of partners doing this work every day. In this episode:Lynette's role supporting her team of navigators, outreach, grants, budgets, and cross-department leadershipListen back to Inside Arvada episode 22 with homelessness case managers Hudson Janz and Alex Williams  Progress update on the city's goal to help 65 people exit homelessness in 2026, with 47 exits so far How the City's homelessness team coordinates efforts with Arvada PD and the Parks Department to connect people to safer options and resources The City's transitional housing program at Suburban Studios and why readiness affects success rates How people can get support with homelessness, including basic needs and benefits, a day shelter, food assistance, health and medical, housing and navigation, and legal/judicialHow you can help address homelessness, including donating through the Colorado Gives Foundation or providing supplies through our Amazon Wish ListAnswering some frequently asked questions about homelessness, such as what percentage of people 'choose to be homeless' Data from the 2026 Point In Time Count You can stay in touch by texting us using the link at the top of the episode or by emailing us at podcast@arvada.org. Visit us at arvadaco.gov/podcast or email us at podcast@arvada.org.

The Los Angeles primary elections, held June 2, 2026, were the source of great debate and not a few surprises. In this episode, David Myers, in his farewell episode as founding host of The History-Policy Podcast,  interviews longtime LA public official and frequent LCHP collaborator Zev Yaroslavsky to discuss what the primary elections tell us about California's political climate and what the future might hold. The discussion begins with Zev's observation that inflation, cost of living, and the high price of gasoline have led to discontent throughout California. This sense of frustration played out in the LA primaries, with Republican candidate Steve Hilton advancing to the final two of the California governor's race. Meanwhile, Xavier Becerra set himself apart by refraining from vitriolic attacks on other candidates. Whether Becerra or Hilton can serve as California's chief executive once elected, rather than simply as a legislator, remains to be seen. At the local level, incumbent LA mayor Karen Bass faces surprisingly stiff competition from Councilmember Nithya Raman, whose platform drew attention to the failures, real or perceived, of Bass's tenure. As the general election approaches and preparations for the Summer Olympics in 2028 continue, the trajectory of LA and California overall is very much in question.Read Sueño Incomplete: A History of the Latino Wealth Gap in the United States.Read The Making of a Crisis: A History of Homelessness in Los AngelesZev Yaroslavsky is the Executive Director of the Los Angeles Initiative at the Luskin School of Public Affairs. He served as LA City Council Member from 1975 to 1994, and as a member of the LA County Board of Supervisors from 1994 to 2014. In 2023, Zev released a memoir, Zev's Los Angeles: From Boyle Heights to the Halls of Power, in which he reflected on his long career in politics. 

It's Tuesday, July 7. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, Kyle Matthews sits down with Dr. Abbie Marono, behavioral scientist, author, and international expert on trust, influence, body language, and human behavior.Dr. Marono has trained the U.S. Secret Service, FBI, and numerous federal agencies on behavioral analysis, interviewing, and nonverbal communication. In this conversation, she explains how to better understand people, build trust faster, communicate more effectively, and become a stronger leader by learning the science behind human behavior.Beyond the research, Abbie shares her incredible personal journey through addiction, homelessness, trauma, and rebuilding her life into one dedicated to helping others better understand themselves and the people around them.Topics covered in this episode:How to read body language without falling for common mythsWhy body language often reveals more than wordsThe science behind trust, influence, and first impressionsFight-or-flight responses and what they reveal about behaviorSelf-soothing behaviors, confidence, and anxiety cuesWhy context and cue clusters matter more than individual gesturesThe psychology of negotiation and influenceEmotional regulation and the hidden side of leadershipHow curiosity creates stronger conversations and better outcomesDr. Marono's journey from addiction and homelessness to becoming a leading behavioral scientistHealing from trauma and rebuilding self-agencyTraining the U.S. Secret Service, FBI, and federal agenciesWhy the best negotiators stop trying to "win"Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, salesperson, negotiator, or simply someone who wants to better understand people, this episode is packed with practical insights you can apply immediately in both business and everyday life.Follow Dr. Abbie Marono:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbiemarono LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abbiemarono Website: https://www.abbiemarono.comFollow Kyle Matthews:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylematthewsceo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kylematthewsceo X: https://x.com/kylematthewsceo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylematthewsceo00:00 Listen to Understand 00:45 Meet Dr. Abbie Marono 02:47 Why Body Language Matters 04:33 Fight or Flight Signals 06:29 Confidence and Self-Soothing 08:39 Reading Proximity Cues 12:11 Smiles and Building Trust 14:52 Influence vs. Manipulation 16:03 Addiction, Homelessness & Recovery 22:15 The Turning Point 23:14 Rebuilding After Trauma 27:56 Back to School & Finding Mentors 32:48 Research, Joe Navarro & Behavioral Science 41:48 Reading Context, Not Just Cues 43:57 Trauma and Mental Contamination 48:52 Intuition vs. Trauma 49:26 A Relationship Turns Dark 50:48 Betrayal and Assault 51:36 Feeling Trapped 53:14 Family, Healing & Recovery 54:29 The Science of Emotional Shutdown 56:23 Healing Through Safe Relationships 59:03 The Hidden Half of Leadership 01:01:39 Joe Navarro's Influence 01:06:10 Training Federal Agents 01:08:54 Building Trust Under Stress 01:12:08 Executive Blind Spots 01:19:50 Why Personal Becomes Professional 01:21:31 Self-Reflection and Shame 01:23:41 Rapid Fire: Body Language 01:28:54 Negotiation: Drop the Goal 01:31:42 Closing Thoughts

In this episode of ChangeMakers with Katie Goar, Katie sits down with Sarah Buchanan, Executive Vice President of the San Diego Housing Federation, to talk about the real challenges facing affordable housing in one of the country's most expensive regions.Sarah shares how she entered the housing field, what makes San Diego's housing market so difficult, and why residents now need to earn around $50 an hour to afford a two-bedroom apartment. She also explains the difference between naturally occurring affordable housing and tax-credit affordable housing, the need for roughly 100,000 more units in San Diego, and the role coalition-building plays in creating real change.The conversation also explores homelessness, healthcare, hunger, childcare, workforce development, lived experience advocacy, and why self-care matters for people doing mission-driven housing work.If you care about affordable housing, homelessness prevention, community development, or the future of thriving cities, this conversation offers a grounded look at what it takes to move from crisis to solutions.Chapters00:00 Introduction to ChangeMakers00:13 Meet Sarah Buchanan00:50 Connecting Through the Women's Affordable Housing Network02:32 Compassion Fatigue and Self-Care in Housing Work03:06 Sarah's Path Into Affordable Housing05:04 The Reality of San Diego's Housing Market05:56 Why Residents Need $50 an Hour for a Two-Bedroom Apartment06:22 San Diego's 100,000-Unit Housing Gap07:31 What the San Diego Housing Federation Does08:29 Training the Affordable Housing Workforce10:35 Building Coalitions Around Basic Needs11:06 Housing, Homelessness, Hunger, Healthcare, and Childcare12:20 Centering Lived Experience in Advocacy13:05 Signs of Progress in San Diego14:40 What People Misunderstand About Affordable Housing16:44 Why Affordable Housing Projects Are So Complex18:18 Sarah's Leadership Approach19:58 The Big Idea: A One-Stop Housing Database21:43 How Technology Could Improve Housing Access22:51 What Drives People in Affordable Housing24:26 Self-Care, Boundaries, and Compassion Fatigue26:19 Closing Thoughts

PATREON WITHOUT ADS: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast AI SUMMARY: This week on the Dopey Replay, Dave revisits Episode 35—the first true celebrity interview in Dopey history—with House of Pain co-founder Danny Boy O'Connor. Before the interview, Dave shares the story of meeting Danny Boy at Katz's Delicatessen, reads a voicemail from a listener who overdosed after sneaking back into work to retrieve heroin from his desk, and shares another unbelievable Dopey Nation story involving meth, a .357 revolver, and a self-inflicted gunshot wound.   **Then Danny Boy joins Dave and Chris for an epic conversation about the rise of House of Pain, recording "Jump Around," getting kicked off tour with the Beastie Boys, watching Everlast's solo career explode, and his own descent into alcoholism, cocaine, methamphetamine addiction, homelessness, and despair. Danny Boy explains how recovery transformed his life, leading him to restore the legendary Outsiders house in Tulsa and find purpose beyond fame. It's one of the earliest—and still one of the most inspiring—celebrity recovery stories ever told on Dopey. ALl that and MORE! on a super old yet simultaneous new episode of that old old old dopey show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

First, why hasn't the city used Measure C revenue for new homeless services? Next, we'll tell you about a year-long sampling project to catalog tiny species living along our coastways. Then, new cabins have popped up in Pacific Beach to aid those currently experiencing homelessness. And, we'll give you one example of how the U.S. military is credited with a lot of San Diego's growth.

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The leadership of Minneapolis announced they will begin cracking down on open air drug dealing across the city. Is it about time? Plus, do Americans know why we're celebrating a 250th anniversary this weekend?

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Urban Crises: Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and the Mayor Contest. Guest: Jeff Bliss. Jeff Bliss reports on the interconnected challenges facing Las Vegas and Los Angeles, specifically focusing on the escalating homelessness crisis. The segment also analyzes the ongoing mayor contest, examining how candidates are addressing urban instability and what these political shifts mean for the future of governance in these major cities. 11905 LV

In this episode of The Truth with Lisa Boothe, Lisa sits down with author and policy expert Heather Mac Donald to break down the real drivers behind America’s homelessness crisis, rising urban disorder, and shifting crime trends. Drawing on her latest analysis, Mac Donald argues that homelessness is not simply an economic issue—but a policy choice fueled by ideology, weak enforcement, and government mismanagement. The two also dive into the role of sanctuary cities, illegal immigration, and the broader cultural shift away from law and order. Plus, they unpack: Why homelessness is surging in major cities The role of mental illness, addiction, and public policy How crime data is reported—and what it may be missing Whether political leadership is driving changes in crime trends Why voters continue to support policies that critics say worsen conditions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.