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EP026: Take a deep breath
Tracy and I met 9 years ago when she commented on the Facing Homelessness Facebook page. Her sharing was, you could say, a tour de force of emotional outpouring.
Today I want to revisit that exchange because something important happened, something I believe is available to all of us and provides a path for moving forward when discussing difficult societal issues.
YKMN podcast featuring in-depth life stories of those marginalized in our society as well as those reaching out in service. From these life stories we hope to spark conversation and connection. We are doing this with the sole purpose of bringing us all closer together so that we can better address the issues that divide us. When we listen to those living different lives or views from our own, we begin a journey of understanding. An understanding of not only those around us, but also ourselves. Available on all podcasting platforms or on each episode page.
You Know Me Now Podcast Archive
EP002: Being Dizzy
What does becoming a friend with someone experiencing homelessness look like? Getting to know and becoming friends with anyone, you begin to care about that person, about their well being. When your friend is struggling it pulls at you, you want to help. That’s what friends do.
EP001: No Worries, You Know Courtney Now
Meet Courtney. A mother of three who survived homelessness on Seattle streets. “When we first came to Seattle it was so freeing, so comfortable. It all felt right. I remember closing my eyes and breathing in the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, feeling happy. A sense of belonging filled me. Best of all we didn’t feel judged. People were saying, “No worries”. - Courtney
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Very revealing
★★★★★
ndru 04/11/2023
I’m very grateful for the people sharing their stories here. The podcast does not oversimplify the solutions, but does help us understand some of the problems and shares with us the humanity in people many of us otherwise would not see. -
Great insight
★★★★★
WSJasmine 02/09/2023
Rex and Tomasz do an amazing job of sharing the stories of people we wouldn’t otherwise get to hear from. Awesome journalism. -
Real people
★★★★★
gypsydjango 12/30/2022
I’m so impressed with the interviews, which have given me better insight as to these people’s lives. Sensitive and caring questions, real answers. Hopefully more people will listen and possibly get involved. Or maybe they can just say hello. -
Wow
★★★★★
seattle in pnw 12/09/2022
If you ever wondered about those who live in our streets this podcast is for you. Rex has spent years getting to know people and is now telling their stories with care and understanding. This is a one of a kind project! -
Beautiful
★★★★★
Sleepoline 04/06/2022
Everyone who has ever felt fear, apathy, or hopeless when confronted with homeless individuals in our neighborhoods or the scale of our homelessness crisis should give this a listen. Building compassion and understanding is good for the soul. -
Truth
★★★★★
Julie a reese 02/14/2022
Rex has a way of helping others share their story, leaving a deep impression, every time. Bravo Courtney for sharing your journey, I know it will inspire and educate many. Addy - 16 I just can’t …. ❤️😳