Affordable Housing Podcast
Housing Affordability: A Regional Problem
July 17, 2019
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In this episode of the Affordable Housing Podcast, brought to you by Eden Housing, host Joanne Greene speaks to Supervisor John Gioia, a long-time supporter of affordable housing in California. Gioia serves as Chair of the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors and represents the Western area of the county. As Supervisor Gioia explains, housing…
Creative Solution to the Affordable Housing Crisis: ADUs
June 28, 2019
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While there are many creative ways to address the affordable housing crisis, the development of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) is one that is quick to build, does not require a public subsidy, and can be integrated into existing neighborhoods practically seamlessly. Unfortunately, cities and local governments have erected great barriers to their development. In this…
Addressing the Housing Crisis: What Must be Done?
May 24, 2019
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The Bay Area, along with the entire state of California, is facing a housing crisis. There are a multitude of complex causes, including a history of under-building, obstructive policies, and a constantly increasing demand for housing. In this episode of the Affordable Housing Podcast brought to you by Eden Housing, host Joanne Greene speaks to…
Lowering Affordable Housing Construction Costs with Factory OS
October 31, 2017
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Rick Holliday is a pioneer in affordable housing construction. He was the first Executive Director of Eden Housing, then went on to establish Bridge Housing. His latest venture is Factory OS, with a goal of easing the housing challenge by scaling the offsite production of multi-family Housing. You can hear more about Rick’s history…
Veterans First: Making the Transition from Military to Civilian Life
October 20, 2017
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Making the transition from military to civilian life can be challenging. Thankfully, there are organizations and individuals dedicated to helping to providing resources and information to help ensure the greatest success for the families of those who have served. On this episode of the Affordable Housing Podcast, brought to you by Eden Housing, host Joanne…
Make Room in Our Communities – Ending Housing Insecurity for Renters
May 1, 2017
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Housing insecurity is a critical issue for many renters. In fact, as so aptly stated in the mission statement of the new organization MAKE ROOM, the human suffering and the astronomical costs to society of the rental crisis is unimaginable. In this episode of the Affordable Housing Podcast brought to you by Eden Housing, host…
What’s Your Story? The Value of Storytelling as a Strategic Communications Tool for Non-Profit Organizations
February 28, 2017
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In 1998, Andy Goodman had a great idea and launched a company to help good causes reach more people with more impact. It was a singular mission and an audacious goal. The Goodman Center offers workshops in storytelling, presenting, strategic communications and more. In this episode of the Affordable Housing Podcast brought to you by…
A Reporter’s View of Bay Area Affordable Housing
February 1, 2017
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For more than a decade, Stephanie Martin Taylor has walked the streets of San Francisco and the Bay Area learning and reporting on the housing issues of our region. She’s talked with real people and heard their personal stories. Formerly an anchor and housing reporter for KQED radio and now the newly named Communications Director…
“Why Housing Messages Are Backfiring” – Lessons in Strategic Communication
December 19, 2016
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Sometimes, we are frustrated by public opposition to our noble work in afforable housing and spin our wheels trying to find a way around it. Rather than discount the opposition, Enterprise Community Partners and The Frameworks Institute tackled the problem head on to find out the values behind some of the opposing views of providing…
Three Bay Area Ballot Measures for Affordable Housing: NPH Annual Conference Keynote Session
October 24, 2016
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The upcoming election is critical and dramatic for many reasons – among ballot questions being considered, there are three important Bay Area affordable housing county measures. On this episode of the Affordable Housing podcast, brought to you by Eden Housing, we’ll take you to the keynote plenary session at the recent annual conference of the…