Best Affordablehousing Podcasts (2024)

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Reclaiming Black-Owned Land 24:42

17d ago24:42

24:42

As the US marks Juneteenth, self-described “death and dirt” attorney Mavis Gragg recounts efforts to secure title and reclaim legal ownership of Black-owned land, in the burgeoning field of heirs property.By Lincoln Institute

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The Hard-Charging Jacob Frey 21:32

2M ago21:32

21:32

An interview with Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, who has led a pioneering zoning reform effort to increase housing supply, beginning with banning single-family-only zoning. As part of the “Mayor’s Desk” series of Q&A’s with municipal leaders, he also reflects on bike and bus lanes, regional governance, value capture for urban infill redevelopment, r…

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Puzzling Out the Housing Crisis 22:05

3M ago22:05

22:05

Highlights from the Lincoln Institute’s Journalists Forum: Innovations in Affordability reveal emerging solutions to the extraordinary challenge of the housing crisis—reforming statewide zoning to increase supply, outmaneuvering institutional investors, shifting the property tax to a land value tax, and changing the home financing system.…

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COP28 and the Future of the Planet 36:11

5M ago36:11

36:11

An assessment of what was accomplished at the recent COP28 climate summit in Dubai, including more prominence for the critical issue of land use and cities, by four members of the Lincoln Institute staff who were thereBy Lincoln Institute of Land Policy

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Paige Cognetti and the Reinvention of Scranton 22:16

7M ago22:16

22:16

Mayor Paige Cognetti is guiding the postindustrial reinvention of Scranton, a coal-mining crossroads in northeastern Pennsylvania that is President Biden’s hometown—and has gained notoriety as the setting for the TV comedy series “The Office.”By Lincoln Institute

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Water in the West 31:31

8M ago31:31

31:31

Jim Holway, who retired as director of the Babbitt Center for Land and Water Policy this summer, reflects on decades of trying to solve the puzzle of sustainable water resources in the West, and looks to what the future may hold.By Lincoln Institute

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Summer of Smoke and Swelter 33:32

11M ago33:32

33:32

Record-breaking heat, out-of-control wildfires, and eye-stinging smoke have made the impacts of climate change inescapable for millions of people this summer. Containing the destructive fires is mostly a matter of land use management, says Canadian science journalist Ed Struzik.By Lincoln Institute

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Staying Calm and Planning On 26:37

1y ago26:37

26:37

The job of the urban planner is getting tougher these days, as cities confront climate change and a shortage of affordable housing, amid increasingly divided constituencies. Veteran journalist Josh Stephens shares insights from his interviews for the book Planners Across America.By Lincoln Institute of Land Policy

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Leading by Example 34:06

1y ago34:06

34:06

The former President and First Lady of Costa Rica, taking a year in the United States after being in power from 2018 to 2022, reflect on their home country’s record of leading by example on climate, from rainforest conservation to electric buses.By Lincoln Institute of Land Policy

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Housing and hope in Cincinnati 18:34

1+ y ago18:34

18:34

As a relatively affordable city protected from some of the worst effects of climate change, Cincinnati is poised for growth. In the this episode of the Land Matters podcast, Mayor Aftab Pureval reflects on the challenges he is confronting—including fending off predatory real estate investors—and discusses how the city can grow thoughtfully and equi…

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Orchestrating Impact 1:03:54

1+ y ago1:03:54

1:03:54

Three scholars retiring from the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy – Armando Carbonell, who led programs in urban planning and land conservation; Daphne Kenyon, an economist studying the property tax and municipal finance; and Martim Smolka, director of the Latin America program – share thoughts on what it takes for a nonprofit organization to have …

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Confronting extreme heat in Africa 14:01

1+ y ago14:01

14:01

The mayor of Freetown, Sierra Leone, Yvonne Aki-Sawyer, explains her appointment of Africa’s first chief heat officer, fighting climate change with land use planning and planting a million trees, and an overhaul of the property tax system to ensure fiscal sustainability.By Lincoln Institute of Land Policy

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The Quest for Zoning Zen 36:56

1+ y ago36:56

36:56

Zoning may not be something most people think about every day. But behind the scenes, local land use rules have been blocking affordable housing, hindering climate action, and exacerbating racial segregation, according to author M. Nolan Gray and Cornell University professor Sara Bronin.By Lincoln Institute of Land Policy

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Berkeley Mayor Jesse Arreguín: We need to build new housing 23:35

2y ago23:35

23:35

Berkeley, California, is a classic case of a built-up city facing tensions over future development. In this candid interview, Mayor Jesse Arreguín talks about the need to make the city more affordable by clearing the way for new housing and discouraging speculation among owners sitting on vacant lots and properties.…

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Climate Journalists Consider the Land-Climate Connection 18:30

2y ago18:30

18:30

Thirty journalists on the climate beat came to the Lincoln Institute recently to consider global warming’s impact on land, whether deforestation, inundation, or drought. The conclusion: new policies and practices in land use planning will be required to head off a worsening crisis. A full recap of the 2022 Journalists Forum is available here.…

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A Force of Nature on Chicago’s South Side 30:32

2y ago30:32

30:32

On the South Side of Chicago, Rev. Otis Moss III has led initiatives in green building and community empowerment that are having a ripple effect across the city and beyond. This interview follows his delivery of the keynote address for the Lincoln Institute’s 75th anniversary celebration.By Lincoln Institute of Land Policy

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Burlington, Vermont, Goes Bona Fide Green 19:11

2y ago19:11

19:11

Burlington, Vermont – already sourcing 100 percent of its energy from renewables – is pledging to end all use of fossil fuels by 2030. Mayor Miro Weinberger says he has the political support to eliminate planet-warming emissions across all sectors.By Lincoln Institute of Land Policy

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Zach & Joey 1:14:38

2+ y ago1:14:38

1:14:38

Old friend. New friend. Two similar stories. Yet, so unique and different. Zach and Joey are two great guys with two interesting stories whose paths and choices led them to homelessness at different points for different reasons. And while their experiences may be similar and yet wildly different, there’s always more to the story than anyone would p…

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Randall Woodfin and the realities of revitalization 18:25

2+ y ago18:25

18:25

Randall Woodfin, Birmingham’s “millennial mayor” and rising star in Alabama politics, has launched an urban mechanic’s agenda for revitalizing that post-industrial city: restoring basic infrastructure on a block-by-block basis, setting up a command center so federal funds are spent wisely, and providing guaranteed income for single mothers.…

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Steve Umberger & Jay Thomas-StreetsmARTs & Call Me By My Name 58:22

2+ y ago58:22

58:22

There’s a lot that can be learned by opening up and listening to someone’s story and helping someone discover the artist within. Steve Umberger and Jay Thomas have spent most of their careers doing just that. Sometimes to entertain. Sometimes to educate. Sometimes to inspire, and sometimes to do all three. Check out this latest episode as Steve and…

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Kenya Joseph-Hearts for the Invisible & Hearts and Hands Food Pantry 1:02:42

2+ y ago1:02:42

1:02:42

There are heroes in the world and then there are Superheroes. Yes, Superheroes really do exist. Kenya Joseph is one of them. She’s and advocate, a business owner and, along with her incredible partners, heads not one but TWO non-profits in Charlotte that help provide services and support to homeless individuals and families and so many others in ne…

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Shenique Carmichael - Leah's Hopes & Dreams 1:02:41

2+ y ago1:02:41

1:02:41

Life is full of surprises. Sometimes people come into your life and you don’t expect them to have such a significant impact on you and how your life moves forward. That’s what happened when I met Shenique Carmichael and the entire gang from Leah’s Hopes & Dreams. The work they do to support our community is immeasurable and Shenique's story alone i…

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Kara Swisher: What Big Tech Can do for Climate 13:02

2+ y ago13:02

13:02

The big technology companies could do big things to address climate change, says Silicon Valley chronicler Kara Swisher, host of the “Sway” podcast at The New York Times. New inventions await in manufacturing, materials, batteries, growing food, sequestering carbon – and using artifical intelligence to understand climate data and land use changes.…

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David Palmer-Photo Artist, Singer, Songwriter 48:32

2+ y ago48:32

48:32

As of December 31, 2021, there were approximately 2,884 homeless people in Charlotte, NC. There are a lot of amazing people working tirelessly here in The Queen City to help provide support. I’m hoping we can get to know some of these folks and what they’ve been experiencing in this new time we’re living in. In this brand new episode, I talk with D…

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How a Toad Might Guide a Better Climate Future 17:58

2+ y ago17:58

17:58

The cane toad, introduced in Australia in the 1930s to control pests, quickly became a major problem itself – one of many examples of human interventions in natural systems that scientists should keep in mind while trying to tackle the climate crisis, says New Yorker staff writer Elizabeth Kolbert, author of Under a White Sky: The Nature of the Fut…

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Bogota Mayor Claudia Lopez, breaking new ground 16:50

2+ y ago16:50

16:50

Bogota Mayor Claudia Lopez talks about local climate action, land value capture for more equitable urban development, and the importance of supporting women in society, in an interview as she was en route to the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow.By Lincoln Institute of Land Policy

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Bruce Babbitt would like to add land and water to the COP26 mix 14:08

2+ y ago14:08

14:08

As world leaders descend on Glasgow, Scotland for the COP26 climate summit, the critical role of land and water isn’t getting enough attention, says former Arizona Governor and Interior Secretary Bruce Babbitt. The destruction of forests is spewing emissions and taking away natural carbon sinks. And dwindling water supplies – seen in real time in t…

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Addressing structural racism in urban planning 26:34

3y ago26:34

26:34

City planners are emerging from behind the scenes to help address some of society’s most complex challenges, including building equity and fighting racism. This summer a coalition of planners came together to acknowledge past discrimination in urban development policies and commit to becoming “change agents” to help create more racially equitable c…

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Land’s crucial role in fighting climate change 22:47

3y ago22:47

22:47

In this summer of 2021, land is being ravaged. Wildfires burn in the western U.S., Canada and elsewhere, and the Amazon rainforest has been scorched so much for ranching and agriculture it now emits more carbon than it absorbs. Land conservation veteran Jim Levitt explains the central role of land, land management, and land conservation in confront…

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David Cornue-Triage, #Lucky Number, Unspeakable 55:37

3y ago55:37

55:37

Writers. Some of the most famous and unrecognizable unsung hero’s of show business. Without whom we could not enjoy the incredible art form of film, television and theater. This guy is one of most dedicated, hardest working artists I know. It’s David Cornue! David is the Creator/Writer/Executive Producer of TRIAGE for ABC, as well as Writer/Consult…

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Jerry Kernion-Grey's Anatomy, Mad Men, The Good Fight 55:37

3y ago55:37

55:37

You hear a lot about “threats” in showbiz. Double threat, triple threat. I don’t know if there are enough threats to cover this guy. JERRY KERNION is a true journeyman and he’s done pretty much…everything. He’s an award winning actor, director, writer, producer, bubble gum chewer, body hair remover…you name it. You May Have Seen Jerry on FBI, Chica…

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Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson reflects on equity and regeneration 21:14

3y ago21:14

21:14

Mayor Frank Jackson is happy about the myriad efforts to revitalize Cleveland – from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to the University Circle cultural center and the recent “innovation hub” activity in tech and life sciences. But as he finishes out his fourth and final term, Jackson says that the city’s ultimate success should be defined by one standa…

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Guy Olivieri-The Blacklist, Blue Bloods, Homeland 51:40

3y ago51:40

51:40

Actor, singer, writer, producer, sitcom afficianado and creator, and part time mustache wearer. He’s done it all. And, if you have any questions about stop signs, he probably has the answer. You May Have Seen him on The Black List, Blue Bloods, Gossip Girl and Homeland. It’s Guy Olivieri!By Brian Lafontaine

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Anita Barone-The War at Home, Friends, Curb Your Enthusiasm 1:19:26

3y ago1:19:26

1:19:26

Here’s a story about a midwestern girl who packs her bags, moves to Hollywood, auditions for a legendary TV icon the next day, and books a TV series. Typical Hollywood story, right? Anything BUT!! Maybe knowing who you are and staying true to yourself from a very young age is the key. It’s worked pretty well for ANITA BARONE whom You May Have Seen …

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Jayson Warner Smith-The Walking Dead, Rectify, Footloose 1:00:53

3y ago1:00:53

1:00:53

Ups, downs, success, tumbleweeds, being shy, being part of the team, taking risks and ending up with a knife in your head. This episode has all of that and more. You May Have Seen Jayson Warner Smith as Gavin on The Walking Dead, Wendell Jelks on Rectify, and almost crashing in an airplane with Tom Cruise in American Made.…

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Affordability on a fast track 14:55

3y ago14:55

14:55

Home to global tech companies and a record number of millionaires, Cambridge, Massachusetts has been trying to make the city more accessible for all. Mayor Sumbul Siddiqui talks about recent strategies, including an innovative affordable housing overlay that awards extra height and density and includes a streamlined permitting process for below mar…

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Keith Flippen-The Wire, Minority Report, The Good Lord Bird 57:04

3+ y ago57:04

57:04

If you need Doctor #2, if you need a Headmaster, if you’re looking for Mr. Spretnak, if you want the best Assistant Embalmer, you’re calling this guy. Sure, he’s had bigger and more recognizable roles in some of your favorite movies and shows. Sometimes, the smaller ones lead to the bigger ones. Sometimes, the bigger ones lead to…the next audition.…

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Finding Answers in Land 37:01

3+ y ago37:01

37:01

As the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy marks its 75th anniversary, Board Chair Kathryn J. Lincoln and President George W. “Mac” McCarthy reflect on the past, present, and future of an organization that recognizes the central role of land in solving some of the world’s greatest challenges, from confronting climate change to making global cities bet…

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Matthew Glave-The Wedding Singer, Better Things, Funny Story 1:06:20

3+ y ago1:06:20

1:06:20

What do Deputy Bud Skeeter, Agent Brick Davis, Dr. Dale Edson, Xander Hall and Glenn Guglia all have in common? This guy. They’re all him. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing this insanely talented, hysterical, thoughtful and insightful guy for several decades. You May Have Seen him on Better Things, The Rookie, Angie Tribeca, The Wedding Singer, The …

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Mike Pniewski-Madam Secretary, Hightown, The Good Fight 51:58

3+ y ago51:58

51:58

You know this guy! No, you probably didn’t go to high school with him and, most likely, he didn’t date your sister. You May Have Seen him on all of the Law & Order’s, Blue Bloods, The Good Fight, The Resident, and most notably as Gordon Becker on Madam Secretary. It’s Mike Pniewski on You May Have Seen!…

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Rising rents, families on the edge 21:36

3+ y ago21:36

21:36

Rising rents are straining family budgets now more than ever, says NYU professor Ingrid Gould Ellen, co-author of the Lincoln Institute report “Through the Roof” – and the pandemic has both revealed and exacerbated the affordability crisis. Local governments should establish comprehensive plans to create more housing, she says, but action at the st…

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Gray Hawks-Outerbanks, Reckless, Sleepy Hollow 48:19

3+ y ago48:19

48:19

In a spontaneous and unscheduled appearance at my front door, I sit down with one of my oldest friends who also happens to have one of the coolest names in show business, GRAY HAWKS. You May Have Seen Gray on The Outerbanks on Netflix, Reckless and Sleep Hollow among many others. Come hang out with us as we reconnect after 20 plus years and talk ab…

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Moving forward on climate 19:44

3+ y ago19:44

19:44

In the first of the year’s shows marking the 75th anniversary of the Lincoln Institute, environmentalist and author Bill McKibben breaks down the actions of the incoming Biden administration to confront the climate crisis, from rejoining the Paris accord to halting the Keystone XL pipeline. Land use and land policy, he says, are critical components…

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Lane Morris - Liberal & Conservative Conversations 41:54

3+ y ago41:54

41:54

What better way to get ready for the holidays with your family than to talk about politics. Right? Maybe not. My friend LANE MORRIS and I try to find out if it’s possible to get beyond the politics and communicate and connect as friends and neighbors despite our differences in opinions.By Brian Lafontaine

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Marking the End of 2020 27:54

3+ y ago27:54

27:54

As the world prepares to bid farewell to 2020, taking stock of an unprecedented year involves both understanding the devastation of the coronavirus pandemic and looking ahead to what the future may hold. New York Times reporter Emily Badger and author Diana Lind reflect on the prospects for cities, housing, and transportation in the times ahead.…

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Tim Ross-The Vampire Diaries, The Bay, Nashville 49:15

3+ y ago49:15

49:15

If you look up Blue Collar Actor, Hustler or Grinder in the dictionary, I’m pretty sure this guys face pops up. Every actor who’s truly trying to make a living working in this business needs to listen to TIM ROSS, whom You May Have Seen in The Vampire Diaries, Nashville, Hindsight and The Bay directed by Barry Levinson.…

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Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego and the changing Southwest 12:29

3+ y ago12:29

12:29

Recently reelected Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego reflects on a supercharged election season – and how, among other changes, Phoenix is becoming a more sustainable, and more urban, place. The nation’s fifth-largest metropolis is battling COVID, stepping up measures to conserve water, and providing new housing and transit options for its growing populat…

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Conversations For Change with Mike Harding 42:27

3+ y ago42:27

42:27

Here’s a question: With all the fear, anxiety, anger and divisiveness brought on by the 2020 election, is it possible to still connect, relate, appreciate and respect each other as humans, even if you completely disagree? I hope the answer is yes. I don't know. It’s been keeping me up for several nights. I want to try and find out. So, please join …

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Karen Abercrombie-War Room, Alley McBeal, TURN 44:55

3+ y ago44:55

44:55

You May Have Seen this actress, writer, producer, activist, speaker, master story teller, and jazz singer in the movie War Room, as well as TURN, The Vampire Diaries, Alley McBeal and Judging Amy. It’s KAREN ABERCROMBIE!By Brian Lafontaine

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Mick Betancourt-Chicago Fire, Gangster Squad, Comedy Central 1:06:08

3+ y ago1:06:08

1:06:08

I have had the pleasure of listening to some amazing life stories here on YMHS, but this one might take the cake. Meet Mick Betancourt. Mick is a comedian, actor, writer and producer for such shows as CHICAGO FIRE, CHICAGO PD, LAW & ORDER:SVU, just to name a few. You May Have Seen Mick opposite Josh Brolin in Gangster Squad, or performing his stand…

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