Podcasts about Housing First

4pm: Video Guest – Andrea Suarez – We Heart Seattle Founder // Op-Ed: Seattle needs stabilization homeless camps // Seattle’s homelessness response in peril as Trump aims at ‘Housing First’ // Talking Sports With Ry // The team has Darnold’s back after 4 IT loss // What if the loved ones we've lost could be part of our future?

6pm: Video Guest – Andrea Suarez – We Heart Seattle Founder // Op-Ed: Seattle needs stabilization homeless camps // Seattle’s homelessness response in peril as Trump aims at ‘Housing First’ // Talking Sports With Ry // The team has Darnold’s back after 4 IT loss // What if the loved ones we've lost could be part of our future?

With the Trump administration issuing alarming threats about eradicating "narco-terrorism" in our Hemisphere after accusing Canada of having drug cartels and sending fentanyl to the USA, and ramping up military action in Venezuela, not to mention the shocking revelations from the Epstein emails, we are witnessing a tumultuous week in politics that demands our attention.This special Double Header episode with Douglas Connors breaks down the tantalizing drama surrounding Pierre Poilievre's faltering leadership and MP defections. As poll numbers reveal a shifting political landscape in Canada, we must ask: Is the Epstein Files bombshell the beginning of the end for the MAGA movement and its waning appeal in Alberta, led by MAGA-friendly Danielle Smith and Poilievre's maple MAGA Conservative Party?Additionally, we engage with Guy Felicella, a passionate global advocate for Housing First and harm reduction, a resident of BC. He lays bare the reality that Poilievre's rhetoric and policies fall short of being fiscally responsible, particularly when contrasted with the proven Housing First model. Guy shares his deeply personal story and raises a pressing question: Will Prime Minister Mark Carney's housing strategy be sufficient to confront the crisis that is forcing hundreds of thousands of Canadians to suffer on our streets this winter?This episode is not just insightful; it is essential listening for anyone who cares about the future of our communities and the direction of our country. Don't miss it! Subscribe, Share, Comment and help us grow our pro-democracy community! #trump #alberta #elbowsup #ontario #canada #canadanews #canadastrong #poilievre #tradewar #tradewar #epsteinfiles #maga #MapleMAGA #venezuela Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After burning through $724 million in taxpayer money, Portland's homeless population has SURGED by 61% in just two years. Yes, you read that right - they spent three-quarters of a billion dollars and made the problem worse. This is Housing First policy in all its spectacular failure, folks. We dive into the mind-boggling incompetence of Portland's leadership, where half the homeless population is completely unsheltered and running wild on fentanyl while city council members want to CUT the cleanup budget by $4 million. Meanwhile, they're pushing money toward "immigrant and refugee support" instead of actually helping the drug-addicted Americans dying on their streets. The homeless industrial complex gets richer while normal citizens flee the city and businesses board up their windows. How does spending $724 million result in a 61% INCREASE in homelessness? What kind of upside-down world are we living in where failure gets rewarded with more funding? Like and subscribe if you're tired of watching your tax dollars get flushed down the progressive policy toilet while real problems get worse by the day.

Po dlouhých letech na ulici se dočkali vlastního bydlení a s novou situací si museli poradit. 10 příběhů lidí z Teplic představuje výstava v tamní regionální knihovně. Pomohla jim nezisková organizace Květina a její projekt Housing First, tedy bydlení především.

Lee Camp takes a sharp, satirical look at homelessness policy in America—contrasting punitive crackdowns with evidence-based solutions. Using Utah as a case study, he revisits how a “Housing First” approach once drove down chronic homelessness and why shifting away from it fueled a surge. Along the way, he spotlights overlooked realities—empty homes, the unique challenges facing veterans and children, and how criminalizing poverty ignores root causes like health care access and affordable housing.Grounded in reporting and research, the episode argues that proven programs work best when paired with case management and long-term support. Instead of short-term enforcement, it examines outcomes, costs, and human impacts—asking what actually reduces unsheltered homelessness, improves public safety, and strengthens communities. The tone is comedic, but the focus stays on practical, humane policy.In the second half, the show pivots to digital wellness, exploring how heavy screen time affects attention, empathy, and mental health—especially for adolescents. From the “phone on the table” effect to studies on mood, cognition, and face-to-face connection, Lee breaks down the science with humor and real-world takeaways: device-free conversations, more outdoor time, and mindful tech habits. It's a fast, funny tour through two urgent issues—homelessness solutions and the screen-saturated lives shaping how we think, feel, and relate.

(The Center Square) – On an overcast mid-October day, just inside the Third Avenue offices of We Heart Seattle, Executive Director Andrea Suarez and two of her staff members sat next to a table covered with gallon-sized Ziploc bags filled with used drug foil collected in recent weeks from parks and streets in Seattle. On an adjacent table, a “harm reduction” kit provided to drug addicts by Public Health – Seattle & King County displayed clean drug needles, wound care wipes, Narcan to reverse drug overdoses, foil, note cards suggesting addicts use drugs together to help prevent overdoses, and many other items that Suarez says are worsening the city's drug crisis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lee Camp takes a sharp, satirical look at homelessness policy in America—contrasting punitive crackdowns with evidence-based solutions. Using Utah as a case study, he revisits how a “Housing First” approach once drove down chronic homelessness and why shifting away from it fueled a surge. Along the way, he spotlights overlooked realities—empty homes, the unique challenges facing veterans and children, and how criminalizing poverty ignores root causes like health care access and affordable housing.Grounded in reporting and research, the episode argues that proven programs work best when paired with case management and long-term support. Instead of short-term enforcement, it examines outcomes, costs, and human impacts—asking what actually reduces unsheltered homelessness, improves public safety, and strengthens communities. The tone is comedic, but the focus stays on practical, humane policy.In the second half, the show pivots to digital wellness, exploring how heavy screen time affects attention, empathy, and mental health—especially for adolescents. From the “phone on the table” effect to studies on mood, cognition, and face-to-face connection, Lee breaks down the science with humor and real-world takeaways: device-free conversations, more outdoor time, and mindful tech habits. It's a fast, funny tour through two urgent issues—homelessness solutions and the screen-saturated lives shaping how we think, feel, and relate.

3pm: Updated Election Results; Next ballot drop expected at 4pm // King County estimates 102,000 ballots yet to be counted; roughly 60,000 in Seattle // ‘Housing First’ in Washington: A Decade of Failure and Tragedy // Video Guest – Buddy the Elf // “Elf - The Musical” opens at Fifth Avenue Theater on November 21st // Sea-Tac Airport cancellations likely as FAA slashes 10% of flights

Here we go again – the brilliant minds behind "Housing First" are doubling down on their failed experiment while real people die in government-funded drug dens. After 20 years and billions in taxpayer money, we've got the father of Housing First still claiming success while Andrea Suarez from WeHeart Seattle shows us the devastating reality: cockroach-infested units, overdose deaths at record highs, and addicts choosing drug scenes over their taxpayer-funded apartments.We're comparing academic theory versus boots-on-the-ground reality. One side says "just give them housing and they'll get better," while the other has logged 40,000 volunteer hours cleaning up the mess and actually getting people into treatment. Meanwhile, Seattle keeps handing out drug paraphernalia with your tax dollars and calling it "harm reduction." Is anyone surprised that homelessness hit all-time highs after a decade of this madness? When will we admit that enabling addiction isn't compassion – it's a death sentence?

Veja também em youtube.com/@45_graus Américo Nave é Diretor e fundador da Associação CRESCER. Psicólogo Clínico, tem uma longa experiência de trabalho com populações vulneráveis e na implementação e coordenação de projetos de redução de riscos com equipas multidisciplinares. _______________ Índice: (0:00) Introdução (2:53) A força da evidência em relação à eficácia do Housing First | Quanto Portugal gasta por ano com sem-abrigo? (12:54) Associação Crescer (25:42) O que podemos fazer individualmente? | Linha 144 - Linha de emergência social | Manifesto “Uma casa para todas as pessoas” (juntamente com Uma casa para todas as pessoas Helena Roseta, Isabel Batista e João Afonso) (44:26) Quais são as causas diretas que levam alguém a ir parar à rua? | Analogia com o jogo das cadeiras (48:26) Políticas de prevenção. Congresso dias 6 e 7 de novembroSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(The Center Square) – On an overcast mid-October day, just inside the Third Avenue offices of We Heart Seattle, Executive Director Andrea Suarez and two of her staff members sat next to a table covered with gallon-sized Ziploc bags filled with used drug foil collected in recent weeks from parks and streets in Seattle. Support this podcast:  https://secure.anedot.com/franklin-news-foundation/ce052532-b1e4-41c4-945c-d7ce2f52c38a?source_code=xxxxxxRead more: https://www.thecentersquare.com/washington/article_9a796421-0eea-4b27-ad78-2689b6c482e3.html Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the podcast, Amanda Head talks with author and homelessness expert Michele Steeb to expose the failure behind Los Angeles' ongoing homelessness crisis. Despite a 300% increase in taxpayer funding, homelessness has surged by more than a third since federal policies shifted in 2013 to prioritize housing subsidies over comprehensive care. Steeb explains how California's “Housing First” policy — meant to be a solution — actually deepened the problem by sidelining treatment for mental illness and addiction. The author also warns about radical activists influencing homeless advocacy organizations and shares how her new initiative, Free Up Foundation, aims to reverse the crisis in just five years through accountability, compassion, and results.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Havířov, Karviná, Opava i Ostrava a nejen tato velká města našeho kraje se potýkají s bezdomovectvím. Pomoci řešit problém sociálně ohrožených skupin má mimo jiné projekt Housing First (Bydlení především). Mluvili jsme o tom s koordinátorkou projektu Janou Volnou.

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Host: Chris Masters Guest: Sherry Cole Air date: Oct 29, 2025

Dr. K responds to a listener on the edge facing eviction, job loss, and deep self-loathing with a grounded look at what it takes to rebuild when life falls apart. He explains how chronic stress hijacks the body and mind, making it impossible to think clearly or connect with others until basic stability is restored. Through a mix of neuroscience, compassion, and lived experience, Dr. K shows how to move from helplessness to small, concrete steps that restore control and dignity. Topics include: How survival stress blocks motivation and emotional regulation Why material stability (food, sleep, shelter, income) must come before self-work The “Housing First” principle and what it teaches us about recovery Practical job-hunting tips: resume polish, in-person networking, showing up How walking helps discharge anxiety and unlock mental clarity Turning abstract negative thoughts into actionable, contextual steps Why burnout makes empathy—and social connection—feel impossible HG Coaching : https://bit.ly/46bIkdo Dr. K's Guide to Mental Health: https://bit.ly/44z3Szt HG Memberships : https://bit.ly/3TNoMVf Products & Services : https://bit.ly/44kz7x0 HealthyGamer.GG: https://bit.ly/3ZOopgQJump Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephanie interviews Kaite Burkholder Harris, Executive Director at the Alliance to End Homelessness Ottawa and co-chair of the Ontario Alliance to End Homelessness. They discuss building a values-driven career, leading with purpose in burnout-heavy sectors, and balancing meaningful work with personal well-being as a parent of young children.Kaite shares her path from frontline social work to systems-level change, explains why homelessness in Canada is solvable, and highlights the need to shift from emergency responses to Housing First and coordinated systems. She offers tangible ways to help—from saying hello to someone experiencing homelessness to supporting policies that make housing accessible—and reminds listeners that wellness is rooted in community, not just self-care.Resources mentioned include the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness, the National Alliance to End Homelessness, and the Community Observatory on Homelessness.Kaite Burkholder Harris is the Executive Director at the Alliance to End Homelessness Ottawa, and Co-Chair of the Ontario Alliance to End Homelessness.Graduating with a Master's of Public Health from the University of Toronto, Kaite went on to work at the Canadian Observatory on Homelessness with communities across the country as a System Planner in housing and homelessness. Kaite also served as a Policy Analyst with Reaching Home, the federal government's Homelessness Partnering Strategy in 2019. In her role as the Executive Director at the Alliance to End homelessness Ottawa, Kaite advocates with every level of government and has become a leading voice in urging governments and communities for housing-focused solutions to ending homelessness.Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/womendontdothatRecommend guests: https://www.womendontdothat.com/How to find WOMENdontDOthat:Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/womendontdothatInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/womendontdothat/TikTok- http://www.tiktok.com/@womendontdothatBlog- https://www.womendontdothat.com/blogPodcast- https://www.womendontdothat.com/podcastNewsletter- https://www.beaconnorthstrategies.com/contactwww.womendontdothat.comYouTube - http://www.youtube.com/@WOMENdontDOthatHow to find Stephanie Mitton:Twitter/X- https://twitter.com/StephanieMittonLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniemitton/beaconnorthstrategies.comTikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@stephmittonInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/stephaniemitton/Interested in sponsorship? Contact us at hello@womendontdothat.comOur Latest Blog: https://www.womendontdothat.com/post/the-purple-suit-and-the-power-of-showing-up-as-yourselfProduced by Duke & Castle Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why France is stumbling from one political crisis to the next, a new report on homelessness across Europe, and a Housing First project in the UK. Then: Flotilla activists speak of abuse, what Czechia's political future holds, Dutch feminists reclaim the night, and a Fish and Chips shop with a twist. + FEANTSA report on homelessness: https://tinyurl.com/3uxmxf3t +?maca=en-podcast_inside-europe-949-xml-mrss

Host: Chris Masters Guests: Philip Masters Air date: Oct 08, 2025

About this episode: This summer, President Trump issued an executive order aimed at “ending crime and disorder on America's streets.” In this episode: Ann Oliva of the National Alliance to End Homelessness discusses her concerns about what this executive order means for unhoused people. She also discusses proven strategies for reducing homelessness and the renewed role of states and localities in addressing the nation's housing crisis. Guest: Ann Oliva is the CEO of the National Alliance to End Homelessness, a public education, advocacy, and capacity-building organization dedicated to ending homelessness in the United States. Host: Dr. Josh Sharfstein is distinguished professor of the practice in Health Policy and Management, a pediatrician, and former secretary of Maryland's Health Department. Show links and related content: Ending Crime and Disorder on America's Streets—The White House National Alliance to End Homelessness Statement on Trump Administration's Executive Order on Homelessness—National Alliance to End Homelessness What Would It Take to End Homelessness in America?—Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Transcript information: Looking for episode transcripts? Open our podcast on the Apple Podcasts app (desktop or mobile) or the Spotify mobile app to access an auto-generated transcript of any episode. Closed captioning is also available for every episode on our YouTube channel. Contact us: Have a question about something you heard? Looking for a transcript? Want to suggest a topic or guest? Contact us via email or visit our website. Follow us: @‌PublicHealthPod on Bluesky @‌JohnsHopkinsSPH on Instagram @‌JohnsHopkinsSPH on Facebook @‌PublicHealthOnCall on YouTube Here's our RSS feed Note: These podcasts are a conversation between the participants, and do not represent the position of Johns Hopkins University.

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On this episode, Tudor sits down with Michele Steeb, homelessness expert and author of Answers Behind the Red Door. They dive into the failures of the “Housing First” model, the critical role of mental health and addiction treatment, and why redefining success is essential to solving the crisis. Michele shares powerful insights from her work with women and children experiencing homelessness and outlines a compassionate, community-driven roadmap for recovery and accountability. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network. For more visit TudorDixonPodcast.com Check out Michele's BookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Vagle is the CEO of Housing First Minnesota, leading efforts to expand homeownership and strengthen the homebuilding industry. A Navy veteran and seasoned advocate, James brings vision, integrity, and deep policy expertise to Minnesota's housing future.

For two decades, the nation's solution to homelessness has been pretty straightforward: get people into housing. This approach is known as Housing First, and in California it's even written into state law. But this summer, President Trump signed an executive order reversing this policy, turning a California mandate into a liability. Reporter: Vanessa Rancaño, KQED The Garnet Fire east of Fresno has burned more than 56,000 acres, and has reached the McKinley Grove of Giant Sequoias. Reporter: Kerry Klein, KVPR A San Diego law firm filed a class action lawsuit against Immigration and Customs Enforcement – arguing that federal agents are breaking the law when they arrest asylum seekers at immigration court. Reporter: Gustavo Solis, KPBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Towards the end of last week, the government announced a number of measures aimed at expanding the available support services for rough sleepers. One of the five immediate actions, announced by housing minister Chris Bishop and Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka, included expanding the Housing First programme to fund up to 300 additional social homes for people already engaged with Housing First but still sleeping rough, however, both the Green Party and a number of city missioners have said that this wouldn't be enough to accommodate the total number of people on the social housing waitlist in Aotearoa. Additionally, earlier this week, Green Party MP Benjamin Doyle recently announced their resignation from parliament. Doyle announced that the reason for their resignation was a series of threats and ongoing abuse they'd received in March onwards, spurred by comments NZ First leader Winston Peters made about their social media posts.  And last Thursday, statistics released by Immigration NZ revealed that approximately 20,980 people in New Zealand had overstayed their visa, following a previous study in 2017 estimated the amount of overstayers at around 14,000. In response, Immigration Minister Erica Stanford announced a series of changes to the immigration act, which included: allowing criminals to be deported for serious crimes even if they have been permanent residents for up to 20 years, triggering deportations for providing false or misleading information, and crimes committed before coming to New Zealand. For our weekly catch up with the Green Party, Wednesday Wire Host Oto spoke with MP Ricardo Menendez-March to discuss all these issues.

We listen to the LA County Board of Supervisors react to losing millions of dollars in funding for their failed policies, plus a ray of hope when it comes to Expanding mental health facitlitesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spokane is at the center of a heated debate over homelessness and the future of the Housing First model. Advocates point to strong results—stable housing, better health outcomes, and reduced emergency costs—while critics argue for shifting toward treatment-first policies in line with new federal directives.

In 2019, Dr. Drew went on TV to warn California if it didn't get homeless camps and rat infestations under control, a bubonic plague outbreak was imminent. “I want to give you a prediction here. There will be a major infectious disease epidemic this summer in Los Angeles,” Dr. Drew told Fox News in 2019. But California didn't listen. On August 21, 2025, the LA Times reported the plague “aka the Black Death, made a reappearance in California.” Chef Andrew Gruel, a food entrepreneur and Huntington Beach City Council member, slams Bill Gates' fake butter for lacking key nutrients like C-15. Art Kleinschmidt, SAMHSA Acting Director, addresses mental health and substance abuse in homeless populations. Anthony Brown, once homeless and now founder of Brown Manor, shares his mission to provide shelter and recovery services. Chef Andrew Gruel is a food entrepreneur, Huntington Beach City Councilor, and founder of American Gravy Restaurant Group. He hosts American Gravy on Rumble. Follow at https://x.com/ChefGruel⠀Art Kleinschmidt, Ph.D., MBA, is a licensed mental health professional and addiction counselor, trained at Hazelden Betty Ford. As SAMHSA's Acting Director, he leads mental health and substance use disorder treatment and prevention. Learn more at https://www.samhsa.gov⠀Anthony Brown, formerly homeless, founded Brown Manor and C.A.R.E. in Anaheim, CA. With a B.S. in Nursing, he provides treatment for mental illness and substance use disorders. He is the author of “From Park Bench To Park Ave.” Learn more at https://anthonyhowardbrown.com and support his work at https://gofundme.com/f/brown-manor-hope-for-the-homeless 「 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS 」 Find out more about the brands that make this show possible and get special discounts on Dr. Drew's favorite products at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drdrew.com/sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• FATTY15 – The future of essential fatty acids is here! Strengthen your cells against age-related breakdown with Fatty15. Get 15% off a 90-day Starter Kit Subscription at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drdrew.com/fatty15⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • PALEOVALLEY - "Paleovalley has a wide variety of extraordinary products that are both healthful and delicious,” says Dr. Drew. "I am a huge fan of this brand and know you'll love it too!” Get 15% off your first order at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drdrew.com/paleovalley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • VSHREDMD – Formulated by Dr. Drew: The Science of Cellular Health + World-Class Training Programs, Premium Content, and 1-1 Training with Certified V Shred Coaches! More at https://drdrew.com/vshredmd • THE WELLNESS COMPANY - Counteract harmful spike proteins with TWC's Signature Series Spike Support Formula containing nattokinase and selenium. Learn more about TWC's supplements at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twc.health/drew⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 「 MEDICAL NOTE 」 Portions of this program may examine countervailing views on important medical issues. Always consult your physician before making any decisions about your health. 「 ABOUT THE SHOW 」 Ask Dr. Drew is produced by Kaleb Nation (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kalebnation.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Susan Pinsky (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/firstladyoflov⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠e⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠). This show is for entertainment and/or informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host: Chris Masters Guest: Stephania Vasconez Air date: Aug 27, 2026  

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Sam Tsemberis came up with Housing First — permanent housing with supportive services. He explains the root causes of homelessness and why Trump’s executive order paints a false reality.  When Amber Mariah Metzinger entered a Housing First program, she stopped using meth, and started working toward a career in drug and alcohol counseling.  After 15 years off air, “King of the Hill” returns with new laughs, old neighbors, and storylines that echo today’s political and social divide.  Dan Tana, 90, died of cancer on Saturday in his native Serbia — far from the city where his name welcomed diners and scenesters for decades.

Earlier this week, President Donald Trump announced that his administration is removing homeless encampments from around Washington, DC. The announcement illustrated how the federal government's approach to homelessness is dramatically changing. It follows an executive order issued last month that makes it easier for cities and states to involuntarily commit unhoused people and eliminate encampments. It also prioritizes treatment over housing for people struggling with mental health issues or substance abuse. The policies represent a 180-degree turn away from an approach the federal government has used for years called Housing First, an evidence-based program that prioritizes the opposite: housing before treatment. It was first developed by clinical psychologist Sam Tsemberis almost 30 years ago. On this week's More To The Story, Tsemberis sits down with host Al Letson to examine the potential effects of Trump's executive order.Producer: Josh Sanburn | Editor: Kara McGuirk-Allison | Theme music: Fernando Arruda and Jim Briggs | Digital producer: Nikki Frick | Deputy executive producer: Taki Telonidis | Executive producer: Brett Myers | Executive editor: James West | Host: Al Letson Donate today at Revealnews.org/more Subscribe to our weekly newsletter at Revealnews.org/weekly Follow us on Instagram and Bluesky Listen: The Churn (Reveal)Read: Trump's Plan to Eliminate Homelessness Is Just Cruel. Here's Another Option. (Mother Jones)Learn more: Pathways Housing First Institute Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Sam Tsemberis (he/him) is a community psychology practitioner, the Founder/CEO of the Pathways Housing First Institute and he is an Unapologetically Black Unicorn. Dr. Tsemberis shares how Housing First got started and why it's a person-centered program. They talk about the decimation of our public housing system, the questions to ask if you're entering a housing program and steps for advocates to encourage more housing first models. For more information on Pathways Housing First: https://www.pathwayshousingfirst.org/   The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is now: 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Transcripts are available on Apple Podcasts.

(The Center Square) – A Spokane native now overseeing much of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development across the Northwest says the Housing First model is failing American taxpayers. President Donald Trump issued an executive order at the end of July, rebuking the approach as his team brought HUD Regional Administrator Chris Patterson back into the fold. Patterson, who oversaw Region 9 during Trump's first term, now leads Region 10, including Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington. Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.com/franklin-news-foundation/ce052532-b1e4-41c4-945c-d7ce2f52c38a?source_code=xxxxxx Read more: https://www.thecentersquare.com/washington/article_95c7c9c7-0b2f-4257-8015-2e0f91cbcb10.html

Host: Chris Masters Guest: Augusto Latorre Air date: Jul 30, 2025

President Trump has signed a new executive order aiming to address homelessness, public disorder, and addiction. Titled "Ending Crime and Disorder on America's Streets," this order seeks to make it easier for states and cities to remove homeless individuals from public spaces and direct them into treatment programs, potentially including involuntary commitment.But what are the true implications of this new policy? We break down the key provisions, including the redirection of federal funding away from "Housing First" models, efforts to reverse judicial precedents, and the administration's focus on public safety. We also explore the significant backlash from homeless advocates and civil liberties groups who argue the order criminalizes homelessness and mental illness.

The Trump Administration is attempting to revamp homelessness policy in the United States. Late last week, the president signed an executive order that, among other things, ends federal support for policies that employ the “housing first” model. It also calls for an increase in involuntary commitments for people with mental health conditions or substance use disorders. The order aims to drastically change how cities and states respond to the homelessness crisis. Guest: Will James, host of KUOW's Lost Patients, an award-winning podcast about homelessness and mental illness in Seattle Relevant Links: NPR: Trump signs an executive order to make it easier to remove homeless people from streets KUOW: Lost Patients Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump's latest executive order jeopardizes Housing First programs in Washington by tying federal dollars to treatment-focused homelessness plans and bans on open drug use. King County could lose $25 million unless it pivots. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/trump-targets-housing-first-policies-in-wa-with-new-federal-funding-mandate/ #Homelessness #HousingFirst #TrumpOrder #WashingtonState #KCRHA #FederalFunding #TreatmentFirst #PublicPolicy

In this extra special, heavy duty emergency weekend edition of Seattle Nice, we dissect what Trump's new executive order on homelessness means for Seattle. Initial hot takes have interpreted the order as a full frontal assault on the "housing first" and “harm reduction” approaches that prevail in blue jurisdictions, and its release  has precipitated a major freak out from providers and progressive elected officials in Seattle and nationally.But we need to stop and take a deep breath, says one of Seattle Nice's go to experts, MacArthur genius Lisa Daugaard, co-Executive Director of Purpose Dignity Action. Looking past the inflammatory Trumpian rhetoric to the actual language of the order, Lisa offers a more nuanced and “strategic” take. While the Trumpists' political rhetoric surrounding the order is inflammatory, Daugaard walks us through a deep dive into the actual, much more carefully drafted language of the order to point out that the text itself is (for the most part) not horrific and could even open doors to increased resources for treatment and recovery. As Duagaard emphasizes, Housing First, understood correctly, is not “housing only,” and this EO presents an opportunity for providers and advocates to better explain the full range of case management and recovery interventions they are already deploying to help those suffering from addiction.The discussion goes deep into the EO's implications for harm reduction services, housing first programs, and for civil commitment, weighing the potential risks and strategic opportunities on each front for local providers and governments. The conversation also gets into the potentially sharp disjuncture between the political imperatives for municipal candidates vying to present themselves as the most anti-Trump as local election season heats up, and the right strategy for providers to demonstrate to federal agencies that they are addressing the terms of the EO in good faith.Quinn Waller is our editor. Send us a text! Note that we can only respond directly to emails realseattlenice@gmail.comThanks to Uncle Ike's pot shop for sponsoring this week's episode! If you want to advertise please contact us at realseattlenice@gmail.comSupport the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism and commentary you hear weekly on Seattle Nice.

A shocking incident in Portland has left a community reeling. Authorities say 40-year-old Shaun Szwarz allegedly yelled racial slurs before igniting a massive fire in an East Burnside apartment building, forcing an 82-year-old woman to jump from her balcony to escape the flames.

Send us a textSummary: Emila and I discuss housing and homelessness at the City level.________________________________________________________Sponsor: This show is supported by the Top Five Newsletter. If you want a simple and to-the-point update on Raleigh commercial development, you can subscribe to the Top Five. It's free if you want it to be!________________________________________________________Big Takeaways:- When it comes to homelessness, it costs more to do nothing than it costs to do something.- The definition of functional zero homelessness.- As housing affordability decreases, homelessness tends to increase.________________________________________________________About Emila: Sutton currently serves as the Housing & Neighborhoods Director for the City of Raleigh, overseeing initiatives in affordable housing, homelessness, small business development, and code enforcement programs. The department's goal is to increase the supply of safe, decent, and affordable housing, and overall enhance the lives of Raleigh residents. Key programs include affordable housing rental development, homeownership assistance, small business development, home rehabilitation, and several homelessness-related initiatives.Sutton holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science, a Master's degree in History, and a Juris Doctor (JD).Connect with Emila: Website | LinkedInMentioned in the show:- The cost of homelessness in Dallas & Collin Counties- Ending Chronic Homelessness Saves Taxpayers Money- Raleigh Resources for Housing Crises and Homelessness- [Book] Homelessness is a Housing Problem- 2017 HUD and National Alliance to End Homelessness - cost of homelessnessAdditional Resources:- [Video] Can luxury housing do anything for homelessness?- [Podcast] Episode 66: Chronic Homelessness and Housing First with Tim Aubry (Pathways Home pt. 6)________________________________________________________Sponsor: This show is supported by the Top Five Newsletter. If you want a simple and to-the-point update on Raleigh commercial development, you can subscribe to the Top Five. It's free if you want it to be!Show Notes: Welcome to Dirt NC, where we talk all about the places and spaces of North Carolina and the people who make them awesome. I am your host, Jed Byrne.Throughout my career in engineering, construction, finance, and development, I have worked on nearly every aspect of the land use ecosystem. This show provides an opportunity for me to share what I've learned with you, as well as introduce you to some of my friends, both ne

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Join us this episode with Lauren Hall to chat about DISH's commitment to providing high quality permanent housing to San Franciscans who suffer from serious health issues. According to the National Low Income Housing Coalition, theres is a nationwide shortage of affordable housing and permanent supportive housing. We explore the political attacks on the Housing First framework that stigmatizes drug use and users and call for the prioritization of treatment before housing. "It is hard to make positive change in your life if you don't have a home," Support the show

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With the Old Tent City encampment set for closure early next week, is Metro's “Housing First” strategy being followed? Executive producer Whitney Pastorek sits down with Homelessness Planning Council chair Kennetha Patterson and writer/community organizer Mike Lacy, who say they have significant concerns about the Office of Homeless Services, the outside organizations tasked with overseeing supportive housing sites like Strobel House, and how Nashville's Continuum of Care is being impacted as a result. Read Mike Lacy's “Housing Last: The Rodeway to Nowhere” report here. Watch the music video for Daniel Holmes' original song referenced in the episode here. Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter.  Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

As Matt Haney introduces a bill to allow for recovery housing funded by the state, is it time to admit that laws we passed 10 years ago have only made the homeless problem worse?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Housing First is an approach to addressing homelessness that prioritizes housing without requiring supportive services for unhoused people. Reset learns more about how these changes could impact homelessness efforts in the city and the state with local leaders on the frontlines of the issue: Christine Haley, Chief Homelessness Officer of Illinois; Sendy Soto, Chicago's Chief Homelessness Officer; and Mark Ishaug, CEO of Thresholds. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

Thirty years ago, housing activists began an unusual experiment to help people struggling with homelessness and chronic addiction. They decided to get people into housing first and then try to help their clients with their addictions. This idea, called "Housing First," is now the central strategy guiding homeless services in America. But the concept is facing new scrutiny and growing criticism from conservative lawmakers. Today on The Sunday Story, we look at the controversy around Housing First and consider if the strategy is working as it was designed.You can listen to Will James's full documentary on KUOW's Soundside podcast.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy