Episodes

When the staggering truth hits that 71% of families in Indianapolis shelters are Black households, it's impossible to ignore the call to action. Bryan Ball, our guest and newest member of the Homeward Indy team, shares his ex...

This week we have 3 incredible guests from Step-Up, a comprehensive HIV care and resource organization: Rachel Biddle, Emily Grese and Holli Young, who share the impactful ways they're changing lives. From innovative HIV cas...

Each year, communities across the nation coordinate an annual, snapshot survey of citizens experiencing homelessness on a specific night in January. The Point-In-Time Count, or “PIT” Count provides communities with some infor...

Have you ever wondered about the path that leads a vulnerable veteran from battlefield trauma and instability to the civilian workforce? Veteran Career Coach Sherif Cobb shares her personal odyssey from disabled vet to becomi...

Have you ever felt the sting of injustice, that fleeting moment, or those arduous times where something doesn't seem right or fair? Meet Erika Fotsch and Brady Ripperger of the Fair Housing Center of Central Indiana, our este...

Our latest episode welcomes Chief Deputy Coroner Alfie Ballew, whose empathic and dedicated approach to caring for Indianapolis decedents has changed the way we honor our dead. Alfie unravels the emotional and logistical tape...

How often do we consider the quiet struggles of children who don't have a place to call home? This episode delivers an eye-opening conversation with Karen Routt and Erin Haring-Switzer of Brightlane Learning. Their dedication...

Homeward Indy kicks off the new year with an insightful interview with Lillian Herbers-Kelly, the Director of Housing at Horizon House. As a longstanding and integral part of the Indianapolis Continuum of Care, Horizon House ...

Kick back and witness a new perspective with this week’s guests, KT and TK of the Indiana Chapter of Nomad Alliance. KT and TK have been showing up for our neighbors in a wide array of capacities, from basic needs …

Content Warning: Infant abandonment and death (non-graphic), death and after-death care, the process for unclaimed persons, and grief and loss processing. Please take care of yourself. As winter settles around us and the year...

We are thrilled to welcome Chelsea Haring-Cozzi, Executive Director of CHIP to feature in our 20th episode of Homeward Indy! Chelsea and Steve discuss the causes of homelessness, the importance of fostering a deep understandi...

Hello Homeward Indy Listeners, old and new! Join us from location in Philadelphia at the Fall 2023 National Human Sciences Data Consortium Conference! Steve and Elliot take the show on the road, make new friends, and host a s...

In this compelling episode of Homeward Indy, we delve deep into the formidable challenges families face when grappling with homelessness. Our guest, Breanna Klink, the dedicated Program Director at Holy Family Shelter, shares...

With keen insights and a compassionate perspective, Rabbi Spiegel delves into the root causes and far-reaching consequences of the alarming eviction rates that plague our community. Despite Indianapolis's relatively small siz...

This week’s episode is a unique first for our podcast, and we are so grateful and excited for this conversation with the incredible Eba’Nesha Bowles. Our last episode with Charlotte Cox of 91 Place allowed us to connect with ...

Join us for an eye-opening episode as we delve into the world of 91 Place, an innovative Indianapolis organization dedicated to supporting young adults aged 16 to 24 during pivotal life transitions. In this conversation with ...

Discover the inspiring journey of Joy Jamison, a driving force behind Dayspring Center, an around-the-clock emergency shelter for homeless families. Joy and Steve explore the challenges families face, the transformative impac...

This week, join Steve for a fascinating conversation about the invaluable role of social workers within the Indianapolis Public Library System. Yanna McGraw, a licensed social worker who covers all 24 library locations, speak...

Join us on this episode of Homeward Indy as we dive into the transformative work of Trinity Haven, a remarkable organization supporting LGBTQ+ youth in Indianapolis. Our guest, Levi Wagner, shares insights into Trinity Haven'...

Welcome neighbors, to this week’s episode of Homeward Indy with guest Alli Christman of Englewood Community Development Corporation! Steve and Alli discuss the similarities and differences between property management and case...

Join us in this groundbreaking conversation with Shelter Case Manager Deagria Cook on her work with Family Promise of Greater Indianapolis, a non-profit organization providing diversion, emergency shelter and aftercare suppor...

Join us for an uplifting episode of the Homeward Indy podcast as we sit down with Vickie Tyner, the Director of Food 4 Souls, a faith-based nonprofit dedicated to serving the homeless community and individuals experiencing ex...

Join us for a deeply moving conversation with April Vail, of HVAF (Helping Veterans and Families), as she illuminates her role and the organization's unwavering dedication to assisting those who have served our country. A Per...

Kelsie Stringham-Marquis, Outreach Indiana’s Director of Community Partnerships, discusses the organization's mission to equip and empower Youth and Young Adults (YYA) experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Outreac...