In this episode of Let’s Talk Housing we’ll be talking about systemic changes to address the root causes of homelessness. To foster this discussion, we’re joined by Chrissy Brett, Indigenous Housing and Community Advocate, and Stephanie Allen, BC Housing’s Vice President of Strategic Business Operations and Performance. They sit down with Sara to discuss how ... Show More
Jan 2026
Meeting BC’s new Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs
In this episode of Let’s Talk Housing, we sit down with B.C.’s new Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs, Christine Boyle. As she steps into this critical role, we learn about how Minister Boyle is settling in, what inspires her leadership, and how her experiences have shaped ... Show More
20m 34s
Feb 2022
BONUS: Homelessness Is Solvable (with Aras Jizan)
In this bonus episode, Baratunde learns how data, well-defined goals, and a sense of collective ownership are helping those at the front lines of America’s housing crisis work to solve, not manage, homelessness. His partner in conversation is Aras Jizan, the Portfolio Lead for Da ... Show More
1h 15m
Feb 2021
Design Matters - Podcast February 15, 2021
Episode 2: How can we design Canadian homes for the externally displaced? Discussions about cultural displacement, refugees, and cultural adoption. This episode asks questions such as what are some examples of designs that have healed and helped to bring people together to create ... Show More
1s
Mar 2022
Episode 11: The Power of Paris
Breaking Code Silence, the national advocacy organization for survivors, is discussed, featuring interviews with its director and offering options for advocacy and action. Kat Von D speaks with Paris Hilton about their mutual experience and using their platforms for change.See om ... Show More
35m 46s
Apr 2025
S4 E7: Freemasonry and Humanitarian Aid
In this episode, our hosts meet with Patrick and Alan to shine a light on Bristol Freemasonry and their inspiring community-driven response to the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine. Far from working behind closed doors, these local Freemasons have come together to raise funds, deliv ... Show More
26m 21s
Feb 2021
Community-powered solutions to the climate crisis | Rahwa Ghirmatzion and Zelalem Adefris
Climate change is the epic challenge of our lives, and community leaders like Rahwa Ghirmatzion and Zelalem Adefris are already working on sustainable, resilient solutions. Through their organizations in Buffalo and Miami, they're focused on durable, affordable housing for under- ... Show More
5m 22s