Best LISC LA Podcasts (2023)

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Making Diversion Programs Work for the People 54:23

7M ago54:23

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In this episode of Changemakers LA, LISC LA Program Officer Erica Webster delves into the topic of diversion programs. These programs aim to prevent or minimize an individual's involvement with law enforcement or the criminal justice system by providing services such as mental health and substance abuse treatment or housing support. This discussion…

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Addressing the Equity Gap Through Public Policy 28:15

8M ago28:15

28:15

This episode of Changemakers LA is hosted by Alexandra Dawson, Director of Lending + Investments at the Local Initiatives Support Corporation’s Los Angeles office. Alexandra talks to our guests about how they are addressing the equity gap through public policy efforts. Our guests leverage public policy to address many regional issues, including aff…

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Changemakers LA Podcast: A Care First Justice System 37:52

9M ago37:52

37:52

This episode of Changemakers LA is hosted by Program Officer Wendy Gomez who oversees LISC LA’s Alternatives to Incarceration Incubation Academy. The Incubation Academy is a capacity building program for grassroots organizations serving the reentry population across LA County. Wendy talks to a graduate of the Incubation Academy about why community-…

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Digital Literacy is A Just Recovery 33:00

1y ago33:00

33:00

Senior Program Officer Shona Sen hosts this Changemakers LA podcast episode, covering the support Angelenos need in accessing digital literacy and upskilling opportunities through LISC's Financial Opportunity Centers® (FOCs). LISC's FOCs are community partners that provide employment and career counseling, one-on-one financial coaching, low-cost fi…

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Upward Mobility for the Reentry Population 52:43

1y ago52:43

52:43

Senior Program Officers Shona Sen and Stephen Salazar Ceasar host this Changemakers LA podcast episode covering organizations helping formerly incarcerated Angelenos navigate life after incarceration with support to find public services and pathways to highroad careers. Our guests represent the leaders of organizations implementing innovative appro…

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Addressing Affordable Housing and the Homeless Crisis in Los Angeles 30:51

1+ y ago30:51

30:51

Senior Program Officer Alexandra Dawson hosts this Changemakers LA podcast episode covering how organizations are helping address housing scarcity and homelessness through urban development, social programs, and advocacy. Our guests represent the leaders of organizations implementing innovative approaches to account for the most marginalized commun…

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Preparing Small Business for Eligibility and Accessibility in Supplier Diversity Programs 28:46

1+ y ago28:46

28:46

This month’s Changemakers LA podcast episode is hosted by Deborah Membreno, LISC LA Program Officer. It covers Preparing Small Business for Eligibility and Accessibility in Supplier Diversity Programs. Each guest provides unique insights on how they are helping impacted businesses increase their overall sustainability and eligibility for contractin…

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Eligibility and Accessibility in Supplier Diversity Programs and Opportunities 40:22

1+ y ago40:22

40:22

This month’s Changemakers LA podcast episode is hosted by LISC LA’s Deputy Director Miranda Rodriguez and Senior Program Officer Alexandra Dawson. It covers eligibility and accessibility in supplier diversity programs and opportunities in the City of Los Angeles. Each guest provides unique insights on the importance of building infrastructure, reso…

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Building Capacity for Workforce Development Organizations to Improve Service Delivery and Upward Mobility for Their Target Demographics 27:58

1+ y ago27:58

27:58

This month’s Changemakers LA podcast episode is hosted by LISC LA’s Program Officer, Shon Sen, and covers best practices and areas of opportunity to address the unprecedented impact that COVID-19 and inequity have had on the workforce as experienced by employers and employees that live and work in the City of Los Angeles. Each guest and the host pr…

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School to Career Pipeline: Managing Equity Outcomes Through Industry and Academic Coordination During & After COVID-19 33:11

2y ago33:11

33:11

Today's episode will cover the importance of the school-to-career pipeline and managing equity outcomes through industry, governmental, and academic institution/organization coordination during & after COVID-19. This episode is filled with jewels and highlights two Changemakers navigating the culture shift towards equity in the outcomes of the scho…

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Advancing Economic Mobility for Communities In South LA During the COVID-19 Pandemic 29:00

2+ y ago29:00

29:00

In 2020, LISC-LA created the South LA Economic Inclusion Implementation Plan, a 3-year implementation plan that supports an integrated, place-based approach to advancing economic mobility for communities in South LA. The plan recommendations seek to connect South LA residents and businesses across three distinct districts in South LA: the Crenshaw …

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Advancing Equitable Growth in the Affordable Housing Industry 22:28

2+ y ago22:28

22:28

In 2018, almost half of all renters in the United States were considered to be either moderately or severely cost-burdened, which means housing costs exceeded 30% of the family income. The COVID-19 crisis has highlighted and exacerbated the growing income inequality that has left millions of households behind. Specifically, income inequality betwee…

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Coronavirus Resiliency and Racial Inequity 31:20

3y ago31:20

31:20

The average net worth of a White family in America is 10x greater than the average net worth of a Black family. Let that sink in. In this episode, Tunua sits down with two experts to explore the topic of Coronavirus resiliency and racial inequity, especially during this unprecedented time. Joining LISC LA for this conversation are: Maurice Jones, t…

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How Do We Solve the Looming Eviction Crisis? 15:02

3y ago15:02

15:02

** This episode was recorded in December 2020 ** We’re almost a full year into the COVID-19 crisis and so many individuals and businesses are months behind in their rent due to the effects of the pandemic. In this episode, Tunua sits down with 3 experts to chat about the timely topic of cancelling the rent and what steps we can take to work to prov…

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What is the best way to promote resilience in our communities right now? 36:34

3y ago36:34

36:34

This pandemic has been with us for over half a year. And though the mask wearing and social distancing have become a part of everyday life, small businesses – especially those in historically marginalized communities – are still feeling the impact of COVID-19 just as intensely as when it first began. Business owners may be settling into this new no…

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Changemakers LA: Crisis Within a Crisis: Solving Homelessness Amidst a Pandemic 32:16

3y ago32:16

32:16

In the past year, the number of people experiencing homelessness within the Los Angeles County has risen by 13%. But today, hundreds of thousands more Angelenos are at risk of losing their homes as the pandemic has thrown both our city’s physical and financial health into limbo. In response to this crisis within a crisis, the City has protected Ang…

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Changemakers LA: The Future of Housing in an Unprecedented Time 34:32

3+ y ago34:32

34:32

In recent months of pandemic response, the ‘Safer at Home’ order has reminded us of the importance and necessity of housing for a safe and healthy Los Angeles. However, for Angelenos at risk of losing housing or without a home, it has brought about an intensified need for supportive, affordable housing. As our city is coming to an acute awareness o…

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Changemakers LA: Rethinking Housing Development 19:50

4y ago19:50

19:50

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Changemakers LA: How Landlords and Community Members Can Keep Folks Housed 25:54

4y ago25:54

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Changemakers LA: Investing In America’s Workforce with Union Pacific Railroad and BCOs 27:10

4y ago27:10

27:10

Union Pacific Railroad partnered with LISC in 2018, investing $3 million to connect unemployed and underemployed workers to LISC Financial Opportunity Centers (FOCs) in four cities nationwide including Los Angeles. The funding supports connecting low-income residents to careers in the Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics (TDL) industry. Acco…

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Changemakers LA Episode #13: What Move LA Is Doing Around Transit Districts 24:52

4y ago24:52

24:52

For our 13th Changemakers LA episode, we discuss the logistical and financial obstacles facing public transportation services in Los Angeles and the work Move LA has done to address them. We are proud to have Move LA, Senator Ben Allen, and Kosmont Companies join us in exploring the ongoing relationship between public transit and community health. …

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Changemakers LA Episode #12: Opportunity Zones 25:16

4+ y ago25:16

25:16

For our 12th Changemakers LA episode, we discuss the power and potential of Opportunity Zones, and how they can be utilized to increase business activity in LA County and revitalize traditionally under-invested communities. We are proud to have the LA Mayor’s Office of Economic Development and Public Private Strategies join us in discussing this ex…

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Changemakers LA Episode #11: The Status of Blacks Experiencing Homelessness 19:20

4+ y ago19:20

19:20

For our 11th Changemakers LA episode, we discuss the disparity of black people experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles based on an investigative report conducted by the Ad Hoc Committee on Black People Experiencing Homelessness. We are proud to have the St. Joseph Center and the Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH) join us in discussing this i…

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Changemakers LA Episode #10: Providing the Skills Needed for Quality Jobs 17:43

4+ y ago17:43

17:43

For our 10th Changemakers LA episode, we explore the work we are doing to address the skills gap in low income communities through our Bridges to Career Opportunities (BCO) program. This program meets the need of supplying skilled workers for local companies who have job openings that are hard to fill due to the advanced skills needed. It also prov…

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Changemakers LA Episode #9: Economic Inclusion In The City Of Long Beach 28:22

4+ y ago28:22

28:22

For our 9th Changemakers LA episode, we are excited to have four leaders from various organizations for a conversation about economic inclusion in the City of Long Beach. Our expert guests joining us for this show are: *Jamila Henderson, Senior Associate at Policy Link *John Keisler, Economic Development Director at City of Long Beach *James Alva, …

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Changemakers LA Episode #8: LISC AmeriCorps Forming Leaders Through Community Development 15:46

5y ago15:46

15:46

In this episode, LISC LA Assistant Program Officer Jessica Wackenhut, interviews Katherine Aguilar, an alum of the LISC AmeriCorps Program and now a Project Manager at LA Family Housing (LAFH). Katherine Aguilar is responsible for LAFH's development activities for selected housing and community development projects. She manages all phases of develo…

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Changemakers LA Episode #7: How to Overcome Nimbyism 26:23

5y ago26:23

26:23

In this episode, LISC LA Community Development Officer Alexandra Dawson interviews Rochelle Mills, an alum of the Housing Development Training Institute (HDTI) and now President and Chief Executive Officer at Innovative Housing Opportunities (IHO). Rochelle Mills is responsible for IHO’s housing development, new project and program initiatives, bus…

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Changemakers LA Episode #6: HDTI Helping Folks Fight Housing Insecurity In California 15:05

5y ago15:05

15:05

In this episode, LISC LA Community Development Officer Alexandra Dawson interviews Daniel Huynh, an alum of the Housing Development Training Institute (HDTI) and now Vice President of Real Estate at LA Family Housing.Daniel has been working within the Los Angeles’ nonprofit affordable housing field for more than a decade and has contributed to the …

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Changemakers LA Episode #5: Get Hands On Experience With The Housing Development Training Institute 22:13

5y ago22:13

22:13

Changemakers LA Episode #5: Get Hands On Experience With The Housing Development Training InstituteIn this episode, LISC LA Community Development Officer Alexandra Dawson interviews Denice Wint, a LISC Americorps and HDTI Alum and now Director of Projects and Services of Innovative Housing Opportunities, to discuss her career path in affordable hou…

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Changemakers LA Episode #4: Defining Transportation Equity in LA County 24:49

6y ago24:49

24:49

For our fourth show, we are so excited to have three leaders in the community development and transportation fields for a conversation about transportation equity and “just growth” in LA County.Our expert guests joining us for this show are:* Ms. Jackie Dupont Walker Executive Director of Ward Economic Development Corporation based in South LA and …

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Changemakers LA Episode #3: Tackling Homelessness in LA County 36:44

6+ y ago36:44

36:44

For our third show, we talk to three leaders in the community development field about the state of homelessness in LA County and the tools, financing mechanisms, and policies that are available to help house our most vulnerable neighbors. Our guests include:Amy Anderson, Executive Director of PATH Ventures, a nonprofit developer that builds afforda…

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Changemakers LA Episode #2: Looking Back on 30 Years in LA 21:44

6+ y ago21:44

21:44

On Episode 2, we look back on the early years of community development in LA with Anita Landecker, founding Executive Director of LA LISC.

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Changemakers LA Episode #1: Future of Equitable Development in LA 34:00

6+ y ago34:00

34:00

Los Angeles had a few big wins at the ballot box this 2016-2017 election season. For the first Changemakers LA epsiode, host Tunua Thrash-Ntuk talks with three guests about the future of development in LA County. Guests:Kristen Gordon, Economic Development Deputy for LA City Councilmember Marqueece Harris-DawsonShane Phillips, Board Member of Abund…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

LISC LA Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Making Diversion Programs Work for the People 54:23

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Addressing the Equity Gap Through Public Policy 28:15

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Changemakers LA Podcast: A Care First Justice System 37:52

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Digital Literacy is A Just Recovery 33:00

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Upward Mobility for the Reentry Population 52:43

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Addressing Affordable Housing and the Homeless Crisis in Los Angeles 30:51

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Preparing Small Business for Eligibility and Accessibility in Supplier Diversity Programs 28:46

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Eligibility and Accessibility in Supplier Diversity Programs and Opportunities 40:22

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Building Capacity for Workforce Development Organizations to Improve Service Delivery and Upward Mobility for Their Target Demographics 27:58

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School to Career Pipeline: Managing Equity Outcomes Through Industry and Academic Coordination During & After COVID-19 33:11

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Advancing Economic Mobility for Communities In South LA During the COVID-19 Pandemic 29:00

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Advancing Equitable Growth in the Affordable Housing Industry 22:28

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Coronavirus Resiliency and Racial Inequity 31:20

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How Do We Solve the Looming Eviction Crisis? 15:02

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What is the best way to promote resilience in our communities right now? 36:34

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Changemakers LA: Crisis Within a Crisis: Solving Homelessness Amidst a Pandemic 32:16

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Changemakers LA: The Future of Housing in an Unprecedented Time 34:32

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Changemakers LA: Rethinking Housing Development 19:50

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Changemakers LA: How Landlords and Community Members Can Keep Folks Housed 25:54

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Changemakers LA: Investing In America’s Workforce with Union Pacific Railroad and BCOs 27:10

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Changemakers LA Episode #13: What Move LA Is Doing Around Transit Districts 24:52

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Changemakers LA Episode #12: Opportunity Zones 25:16

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Changemakers LA Episode #11: The Status of Blacks Experiencing Homelessness 19:20

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Changemakers LA Episode #10: Providing the Skills Needed for Quality Jobs 17:43

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Changemakers LA Episode #9: Economic Inclusion In The City Of Long Beach 28:22

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Changemakers LA Episode #8: LISC AmeriCorps Forming Leaders Through Community Development 15:46

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Changemakers LA Episode #7: How to Overcome Nimbyism 26:23

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Changemakers LA Episode #6: HDTI Helping Folks Fight Housing Insecurity In California 15:05

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Changemakers LA Episode #5: Get Hands On Experience With The Housing Development Training Institute 22:13

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Changemakers LA Episode #4: Defining Transportation Equity in LA County 24:49

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Changemakers LA Episode #3: Tackling Homelessness in LA County 36:44

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Changemakers LA Episode #2: Looking Back on 30 Years in LA 21:44

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Changemakers LA Episode #1: Future of Equitable Development in LA 34:00

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