The Stoop
Welcoming Neighbors Network
On The Stoop, you’ll hear the stories of activists, policymakers, and thought leaders who are working to create abundant and affordable housing through policy campaigns across the United States. Our guests will have a variety of backgrounds and expertise and come from organizations hot off their first campaigns to those with long track records of success and everything in between. They’ll also come from all sorts of places: from Washington, D.C. to Missoula, Montana to Austin, Texas.The Stoop is a project of the Welcoming Neighbors Network — America’s only national network of independent state and local pro-housing advocacy organizations.
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Nov 1, 2024 • 53min
Kirin Goff and Jake Hinman from Arizona
Kirin Goff and Jake Hinman discuss the Arizona Neighborhood Project's efforts to advocate for pro-housing policies in a deep purple state with a divided government. They share stories of big wins and hard-fought challenges — including from opponents to their bills among local administrators and other officials. They emphasize the importance of removing policy barriers to give residents the freedom and ability to build their communities.
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Oct 21, 2024 • 60min
Felicity Maxwell from Austin, Texas
Felicity Maxwell, an advocate and planning commissioner in Austin, Texas, dives into the city's housing and transit transformation. She shares her journey from Brooklyn to Austin, discussing the fight for affordable housing and transit reforms. Felicity highlights key policy wins, like eliminating parking minimums and enhancing middle housing options. She addresses the historical challenges of racial and class exclusion while envisioning an inclusive future through urban activism. Her insights reflect the vital role of community in shaping a more equitable Austin.
Oct 2, 2024 • 54min
Dan Reed from Greater Washington
Dan Reed, the first guest on "The Stoop," discusses their journey into housing advocacy, beginning with their childhood experiences with housing insecurity and through their recent, successful housing policy campaigns. As the regional policy director for Greater Greater Washington, they focus on housing and land use policy in Maryland and Northern Virginia. Their insights into relationship building, strategy, and leveraging networks can benefit all of us.
Oct 1, 2024 • 6min
Welcome to The Stoop!
Cutter González (they/them) introduces "The Stoop" podcast, a project of the Welcoming Neighbors Network. On the show, you'll hear the stories of activists, policymakers, and thought leaders working to create abundant and affordable housing through policy campaigns across the U.S. Each episode will feature hour-long interviews, blending policy and advocacy discussions with personal stories.
