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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Shawn is back! Y[D]KM Patreon subscriptions are still on PAUSE! Also, Shawn has an idea. Check out the episode.https://www.patreon.com/shawnharrisVon Shawn Harris
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#131 A Little Bitter [5.1.17]
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May 3rd in Echo Park. Stories Books and Cafe. Bring your imaginary friends.Y[D]KM Patreon subscriptions have been PAUSED for 2 to 3 months while Shawn completes a large project that leaves no time for him to podcast daily. Tim de Vil will be stepping in as interim host of the free Monday shows in Shawn’s absence, to keep the show going. During thes…
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#130 Hack Writer Hacked [4.24.17]
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There's no Tim. Only PF, now.Y[D]KM Patreon subscriptions have been PAUSED for 2 to 3 months while Shawn completes a large project that leaves no time for him to podcast daily. Tim de Vil will be stepping in as interim host of the free Monday shows in Shawn’s absence, to keep the show going. During these months, Patron cards will not be charged. Sh…
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Tim takes a personal day. Messes around with a new toy.Y[D]KM Patreon subscriptions have been PAUSED for 2 to 3 months while Shawn completes a large project that leaves no time for him to podcast daily. Tim de Vil will be stepping in as interim host of the free Monday shows in Shawn’s absence, to keep the show going. During these months, Patron car…
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#128 Ali & Daisy (Pt 2) [4.10.17]
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Thus concludes the phone call trilogy.Y[D]KM Patreon subscriptions have been PAUSED for 2 to 3 months while Shawn completes a large project that leaves no time for him to podcast daily. Tim de Vil will be stepping in as interim host of the free Monday shows in Shawn’s absence, to keep the show going. During these months, Patron cards will not be ch…
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#127 Ali & Daisy (Pt 1) [4.5.17]
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Ali joins Tim in a fervid discussion of Dave Matthews.Y[D]KM Patreon subscriptions have been PAUSED for 2 to 3 months while Shawn completes a large project that leaves no time for him to podcast daily. Tim de Vil will be stepping in as interim host of the free Monday shows in Shawn’s absence, to keep the show going. During these months, Patron card…
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Shawn helps phone in a temp episode, while Tim gets his shit together.Y[D]KM Patreon subscriptions have been PAUSED for 2 to 3 months while Shawn completes a large project that leaves no time for him to podcast daily. Tim de Vil will be stepping in as interim host of the free Monday shows in Shawn’s absence, to keep the show going. During these mon…
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