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Dec 2023
56m 10s

Start with Shelter with Rachel Brosnahan...

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Emmy-award winning actress Rachel Brosnahan graces our ears today to highlight her work as a board member of Covenant House, a non-profit that supports youth facing homelessness and survivors of sex trafficking in 6 countries. Before they get into the philanthropic work, Rachel and Kevin dive into acting process and the joys and intimacy of the live theater. They are then joined by Bill Bedrossian, the president and CEO of Covenant House International to discuss the growing problem of unhoused youths, it's particular impact on LGBTQIA+ communities and how listeners can get involved both nationally and at a local level.

To learn more and get involved with Covenant House head to www.covenanthouse.org . To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070.

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