Vicki Sokolik refuses to be an Ostrich. Her son brought to her attention the crisis of unhoused youth — youth unhoused, not living with a parent/guardian, and not in foster care — in America, and she has been fighting to support this vulnerable population every since. Most active in Tampa Bay, Florida, Vicki is the founder and CEO of the nonprofit Starting Right, Now, which removes barriers for unaccompanied homeless youth to cultivate long-term well-being and self-sufficiency. She is also the author of the new book, “If You See Them: Young, Unhoused, and Alone in America.” Vicki Sokolik joined host Jay Ruderman to discuss the many ways unhoused youth fall through the cracks in our society, how her organization helps them, and also how to build trust with people who could use your help. Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (01:10) Vicki’s origin story (02:40) What is “unhoused youth?” (06:40) What should a person do if they worry they see an unhoused youth? (08:19) How have conversations around unhoused youth changed in Vicki’s 20 years working with them? (11:02) How do people get the word out and help unhoused youth? (14:55) Vicki’s new book (16:48) How Vicki builds trust (20:10) What do students receive at Starting Right, Now? (22:58) How does Vicki balance advocacy and direct support? (27:53) Starting Right, Now alumni (29:10) Goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/…
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Cocktails and Cream Puffs : Gay / LGBT Comedy Show
Cocktails and Cream Puffs
Join us for the 2010-2012 People's Choice and 2010-2013 Best GLBT People's Choice Podcast Awards nominated podcast, Cocktails and Cream Puffs, a gay, comedy, pop-culture show from, Buffalo, New York, hosted by Joey Bucheker and featuring Wendy Cameron, Gary Andrews-Stieglitz and Donna Suggarz. Listen as they discuss the intimate and insane adventures of their own lives, give the reach around to your most favored and hated celebrities, and discuss the news as only they see it. Get a fresh dos ...
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CACP - 438 - Rising from the Dead
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We're back Creamies for the 2020 Pride48 Weekend...maybe we'll stick around.Von Joey Bucheker/Betsibu Productions
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CACP - #437 - Before the Parade Passes By
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With a new year dawning I've said goodbye to 3 influential forces in my life. RIP Florence Sodus, Jerry Mosey and Carol Channing.Von Cocktails and Cream Puffs
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CACP - #436 - Piss Off
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Black Jack 101, alone in a hotel room and 11 shows in 48 hours.Von Cocktails and Cream Puffs
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CACP - #435 - Back from the Dead
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We are back from the dead and easing back into the podcast. Recorded live to tape 10-8-18.Von Cocktails and Cream Puffs
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CACP - 434 - Jesus Christ Superstar on Roller Skates
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Another older unreleased show...funky audio. Please join us for the LIVE Pride48 Weekend at 11pm ET on Friday June 22 on Pride48.comVon Cocktails and Cream Puffs
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CACP - #433 - I'm Just Wild About Harry
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We're back and just in time for a Royal Wedding!Von Cocktails and Cream Puffs
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CACP - #432 - Creamin in the New Year 2018
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Goodbye 2017, hello 2018! A laid back New Year.Von Cocktails and Cream Puffs
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CACP - #431 - Tits for Beads
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Wendy's receipt report, theatre talk, Pride48 NOLA and special guest appearance by the Fat One.Von Cocktails and Cream Puffs
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CACP - #430 - If it's Good Enough for Princess Di...
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Gym class, tax codes, theatre and inappropriate advances.
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CACP - #429 - The Dresser Won!
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Backlog: This episode is pre-Thanksgiving with special appearances by Joey's Mom and Taylor the Latte Boy of Pod is My Co-Pilot.Von Cocktails and Cream Puffs
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CACP - #428 - Hit Her with the Hose
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We're trying to get back to real time. Enjoy the journey.Von Cocktails and Cream Puffs
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CACP - #427 - Brotherly Love
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This week Joey's brother John joins the show. What could possibly go wrong? Firearms never make good gifts and Mom loses it over cat food.Von Cocktails and Cream Puffs
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CACP - #426 - Hot as Balls
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It’s hot as balls in Buffalo so the air conditioner is ON in the studio. Puerto Rico is a mess. Thanks Trump. If I were a rich man and won the lottery I would…, and a new Star Trek. Is Star trek getting too sexy? Broadway World Voting is still open at https://www.broadwayworld.com/buffalo/vote2017region.cfm for your consideration Best Actor in a Mu…
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CACP - #425 - Spilling Wendy's Tea
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Wendy takes a leave from the show and we talk shit about her. Joey discusses his Indy Fringe adventures with Betsy Carmichael and Donna goes on a DATE. Stop the presses! The Broadway World Regional Award - Please Vote for Best Actor in a Musical - Joey Bucheker for Killer Rack! https://www.broadwayworld.com/buffalo/vote2017region.cfm voting closes …
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CACP - #424 - Lobster Roll
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Summer theatre rehearsals are in full swing with Beauty and the Beast, Killer Rack and the Betsy Carmichael "Tour" dates. Donna holds a successful meat raffle, and Joey eats his way thru New England.
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CACP - #423 - Humpty Dumpty
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Wendy decided to do a somersault down the stairs and is now ready for Halloween.Von Cocktails and Cream Puffs
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CACP - #422 - Plenty of Fish
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Wendy jumps back into the world of online dating!
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CACP - #421 - Two Poofters and a Sheila
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It's the day before the 4th of July...so the 3rd of July. We discuss TV and Wendy's addictions and stuff.Von Cocktails and Cream Puffs
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CACP - #420 - 420!
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The title really says everything. Enjoy!Von Cocktails and Cream Puffs
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CACP - #419 - Living Right
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A discussion with playwright, Laila Ibrahim about her fantastic book, Living Right (available on Amazon). Also the Podcast Awards return. Please nominate Cocktails and Cream Puffs for LGBTQ and People's Choice at www.podcastawards.com today!
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CACP - #418 - New Wendy
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It's the 9th Annual Pride48 Weekend and we introduce new Wendy and say good bye to old Wendy.
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CACP - #417 - The Babadook
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Wonder Woman has hit the big screen, fulfilling the dreams of every gay comic fan boy in America! This we may all agree about however the colors of our symbol of equality and acceptance threatens to tear our community apart. Of course there is also the Babadook.
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CACP - #416 - Taking the Bus
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Award shows, a crappy week, crazy people, bickering and more on this week's episode of Cocktails and Cream Puffs.
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CACP - #415 - Get Happy
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A new show is in rehearsal with deep Buffalo connections, more drama (of course) and Wendy prepares for some self love if you get my drift. All of this and so much more on this episode of Cocktails and Cream Puffs.
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