We the Unhoused

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Episode 22: May Day at the Marriott and the Mayors May 11, 2020

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On May Day in LA, unhoused resident Davon Brown took over a hotel room to demand Garcetti commandeer all vacant hotels for the unhoused, while tenants continue to escalate protests at Garcetti's home to demand No Rent, No Evictions, and No Vacancy. Theo interviews protesters at each action.

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Episode 21: The Mayor Who Wasn't There Apr 30, 2020

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Why are people protesting Mayor Eric Garcetti?

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Episode 20: Hotels Not Hospital Beds Apr 23, 2020

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What do you get when you have 60k unhoused people and 100k vacant hotel rooms in LA during a pandemic? Mass death, thats what. Theo investigates a vacant luxury hotel in the heart of Downtown LA, reporting live from a hotel room. He interviews unhoused residents Keith, Joshua, Thomas, Justin, and Earl. Theo also talks with Street Watch LA organizer Jed about the statewide No Vacancy campaign. Learn more about the campaign here: novacancyca.org

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Episode 19: In Covid Limbo Apr 17, 2020

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Week three of shelter in place has Theo interviewing unhoused community members Dennis Peck, Lady Bliss, Keith Hall, Joey Mills and Bobby T on surviving the covid 19 pandemic. Returning advocate Melissa Acedara tells us how feeding the Unhoused community has changed. (Photo: Lady Bliss)

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Episode 18: Pandemic Political Compassion Apr 16, 2020

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In this episode take in various opinions from the unhoused community on covid 19 and Garcetti's covid shelters vs hotels. Theo interviews Allison, Todd, Osvaldo, Davon, and James. Theo then narrates over an audio recording of a recent incident where sanitation and police attempt to displace Theo from his spot at Alpine Park. (pictured: Police and Sanitation intimidate Theo at Alpine Park)

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Episode 17: All In The Same Boat Apr 16, 2020

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Covid 19 and Garcetti's Shelter in place order has caused a ripple effect on everyone. For the unhoused community, it has presented new and unique challenges. Theo talks with Harvey, Sara, Raymond and Victoria about how the city is treating unhoused people during the pandemic. (Artwork: Poster Syndicate/WRAP)

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Episode 16: Fight For Your Right To Housing Mar 26, 2020

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Amidst the Covid-19 outbreak, Theo talks with Martha, Ruby, and Benito who are unhoused reclaimers of vacant homes in El Sereno that are owned by the state of California. Theo also talks with NLG observer Jordan and Street Watch LA organizer Joanna. (Photo: Ruby and community supporters reclaim a vacant home in El Sereno on Wednesday, March 18)

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Episode 14: Sheroes In the Fight For Housing Mar 19, 2020

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March is Women's history month. Join us as we continue to celebrate powerful and inspiring women in our struggle for housing and human rights, as Theo interviews Michelle Liu, Laura Fighter, Charisse, Khinn Kim, and Melissa Acedera.

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Episode 15: Extraordinary Women Mar 17, 2020

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Continuing our recognition of Women's history month, we hear from extraordinary women pushing forward to be seen and heard in an indifferent and callous society. Cindy Justice, Kaalyaa Mendoza, Lydia Nichols, Jane Nguyen, and Joanna Swan join us for this week's episode. (Pictured: Cindy Justice)

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Episode 13: Chatsworth Terror Is Not The Answer Mar 06, 2020

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For the unhoused community, voting rights are paramount. Council members John Lee and Nury Martinez are up for re election, and we will hear from candidates who wish to unseat them, including unhoused resident Mark Kline (vs Nury) and Dr. Lorraine Lundquist (vs Lee). Theo also talks with unhoused Chatsworth residents Lauren, Laura and Rob as well as Executive Director Kathy Huck of About My Father's Business. Don't forget to cast your ballot and let your voice be heard. (Photo: police evict an encampment in Chatsworth in January 2020)

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