On the Corner of Homelessness and "_____________"

On the Corner of Homelessness and "_____________"

Homelessness is a deeply complex and multifaceted issue in America today. Join your hosts, Joe and Emma, as they delve into the many intersecting factors that shape the experiences of those facing homelessness.

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August 31, 2025 54 mins

Did you know that 1 in 25 students in Spokane Public schools are homeless? On today's episode of On the Corner of Public Schools, hosts Joe Ader and Emma Hughes talk with Ammie Hawk, a Student Services and McKinney-Vento liaison for East Spokane Valley.

Homelessness is a complex issue. We don’t claim to explore every part of this intersection, but hope that each conversation brings new clarity to the reality as a whole. Please k...

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Host Joe Ader and Producer and Guest Host Gwyn Griffith, talk about fear, guilt and shame in homelessness, both for the housed and unhoused. This conversation digs into why people feel the need to ignore or "fix" the problem of homelessness, why our intentions matter, how shame might be a good thing (what?), and much, much more.


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May 31, 2025 39 mins

Host Emma Hughes and Producer and Guest Host Gwyn Griffith, learn the story of Mark Horvach, the founder of Invisible People, a non-profit that educates the public about homelessness through storytelling, educational resources, and advocacy.

Links and Further Reading:

Invisible People

Invisible People Toolkit“Being Homeless Made Me a Better Person”: How Mark Hovarth Is Putting The World’s Invisible People Back In The Spotlight - PHOE...

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April 30, 2025 49 mins

Today host Emma Hughes and producer Gwyn Griffith are joined by Michael Larson and Davey Schaupp, the producer and director of the documentary, No Place to Grow Old.

No Place to Grow Old is the first documentary to capture a growing crisis unfolding quietly across America: older adults aging into homelessness. Follow this link to host a watch party or to learn more about the documentary: https://www.noplacetogrowold.com/


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March 31, 2025 53 mins

On today's episode of On the Corner of Homeless & Curiosity, Producer Gwyn Griffith joins hosts Joe Ader and Emma Hughes to answer frequently asked questions about homelessness.

Homelessness is a complex issue. We don’t claim to explore every part of this intersection, but hope that each conversation brings new clarity to the reality as a whole. Please keep an open, curious mindset as you listen, and seek to learn, just as ...

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February 28, 2025 62 mins

On today's episode of On the Corner of Homeless & Criminal Justice (Part 2), hosts Joe Ader and Emma Hughes talk with Judge Andrew Biviano to get a better look into the judicial system in regards to homelessness.


Homelessness is a complex issue. We don’t claim to explore every part of this intersection, but hope that each conversation brings new clarity to the reality as a whole. Please keep an open, curious mindset as ...

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January 31, 2025 54 mins

On today's episode of On the Corner of Homeless & Criminal Justice (Part 1), hosts Joe Ader and Emma Hughes talk with Spokane Police Sgt. Richie Plunkett to explore what the role of police is in the fight to end homelessness.


Homelessness is a complex issue. We don’t claim to explore every part of this intersection, but hope that each conversation brings new clarity to the reality as a whole. Please keep an open, cur...

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December 31, 2024 59 mins

Did you know that one in six hospitality workers live below the poverty line? On today's episode of On the Corner of Homeless & Hospitality, hosts Joe Ader and Emma Hughes talk with Chris Deitz of Big Table to explore the challenges facing this industry and how many of its employees are at risk of housing insecurity.

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November 30, 2024 7 mins

This week we have a short, but very special, episode to share with you. One former guest of Family Promise of Spokane sent in a letter and graciously allowed us to share it with you.


This letter is just one experience of homelessness, and the journey to being housed. Her story shows that it is possible to break the cycle of homelessness.


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October 31, 2024 62 mins

Welcome to today’s episode, “On the Corner of Homelessness & Talking to Kids ”.  Hosts Joe Ader and Emma Hughes welcome a very special guest, Kama Einhorn, Senior Director of Content Design for Sesame Workshop’s Research, Education, Data & Impact group to talk about how and when to talk to children about homelessness.


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October 1, 2024 58 mins

Welcome to today’s episode, “On the Corner of Homelessness & Education ”.  Hosts Joe Ader and Emma Hughes welcome guest Barbara Duffield, Executive Director of SchoolHouse Connection, to discuss the intersection of education and homelessness. They will explore how the end of homelessness is rooted in education.

Homelessness is a complex issue. We don’t claim to explore every part of this intersection, but hope that each conve...

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August 31, 2024 51 mins

Today’s special LIVE bonus episode centers around former Family Promise of Spokane guests. Those who found FPS, went through our program, and are now no longer homeless. They ended the cycle of homelessness for their families. This episode was recorded live so some of the audio is a bit hard to hear. We ask that you still listen because these voices are important to hear.

This episode was made possible by the support of our title s...

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August 31, 2024 45 mins

Welcome to today’s episode, “On the Corner of Homelessness & Public Libraries ”. Today host Joe Ader is joined by guest host Gwyn Griffith, and guest Andrew Chanse.

Homelessness is a complex issue. We don’t claim to explore every part of this intersection, but hope that each conversation brings new clarity to the reality as a whole. Please keep an open, curious mindset as you listen, and seek to learn, just as we are.

Guest: An...

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July 31, 2024 55 mins

Welcome to today’s episode, “On the Corner of Homelessness & Funding ”. Today we the guest are, your hosts, Emma & Joe!

Homelessness is a complex issue. We don’t claim to explore every part of this intersection, but hope that each conversation brings new clarity to the reality as a whole. Please keep an open, curious mindset as you listen, and seek to learn, just as we are.

Hosts Emma Hughes and Joe Ader of ⁠Family Prom...

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June 30, 2024 38 mins

Welcome to today’s episode, “On the Corner of Homelessness & Advocacy”. Today we have Stacy Pollard from Family Promise joining us via online call.

Homelessness is a complex issue. We don’t claim to explore every part of this intersection, but hope that each conversation brings new clarity to the reality as a whole. Please keep an open, curious mindset as you listen, and seek to learn, just as we are. 

Hosts Emma Hughes and Joe...

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May 31, 2024 50 mins

Today’s important conversation centers around homelessness and childhood trauma.

First, a disclaimer: homelessness is a complex issue. We don’t claim to explore every part of this intersection, but hope that each conversation brings new clarity to the reality as a whole. Please keep an open, curious mindset as you listen, and seek to learn, just as we are.


News articles, definitions and further reading:


Homelessness & ...

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April 30, 2024 53 mins

Today’s important conversation centers around when homelessness and disabilities intersect.

First, a disclaimer: homelessness is a complex issue. I’ve been reminded of that throughout each of the conversations we’ve had. This conversation is no different. We don’t claim to explore every part of this intersection, but hope that each conversation brings new clarity to the reality as a whole. Please keep an open, curious mindset as yo...

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March 29, 2024 45 mins

Welcome to today’s episode, “On the Corner of Homelessness AND Global Migration”. 

Homelessness is a complex issue. We don’t claim to explore every part of this intersection, but hope that each conversation brings new clarity to the reality as a whole. Please keep an open, curious mindset as you listen, and seek to learn, just as we are. 

Hosts Emma Hughes and Joe Ader of Family Promise of Spokane.

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February 29, 2024 37 mins

This is the second part of a two part episode. If you have yet to hear part 1, please go back and listen to that first.


Today we’re lucky to have Special Guest Claire Jefferson-Glipa. Claire is the Executive Director of FP Riverside. Claire has over 10 years of experience in non-profit management. She excels in establishing partnerships and collaborations. Claire is a powerful public speaker and a passionate servant leader.

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February 29, 2024 42 mins

Today we’re lucky to have Special Guest Claire Jefferson-Glipa. Claire is the Executive Director of FP Riverside. Claire has over 10 years of experience in non-profit management. She excels in establishing partnerships and collaborations. Claire is a powerful public speaker and a passionate servant leader.


Hosted by Emma Hughes (Outreach and Recruitment Director) and Joe Ader (Executive Director) of Family Promise of Spokane

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