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The Elevated Denver Podcast has produced two seasons with over 30 episodes that lift up the voices of neighbors experiencing homelessness and the experts working toward solutions. We uncover the systemic breakdowns that perpetuate homelessness, spotlight innovative strategies in Denver and beyond, and share a vision for how we can redesign our social safety net so all neighbors have the chance to thrive.
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S3 What Basic Income Means for Our Future (Part 2)
In this second episode of our special series, we sit down again with Gwen Battis, Program Manager for the Denver Basic Income Project (DBIP), to explore what guaranteed income can mean for the future…
S3 Dignity, Cash, and Change: Inside the Denver Basic Income Project (Part 1)
In this special two-part series, we explore one of the most talked-about ideas in the national conversation on poverty and homelessness: basic income. This episode features Gwen Battis, Project…
S3E3 From Crisis to Connection: A Community-Designed Solution to Prevent Homelessness
In the final episode of our special series on the Collaboratory and solutions to homelessness, we dive into the transformative solution that emerged from our work: Resource Connection Hubs. These…
S3E2 Homelessness is a System Failure, Not an Individual One
In this special episode we take a deep dive into why homelessness is a systemic issue—one driven by decades of policy decisions, economic shifts, and social inequities rather than individual…
S3E1 Reimagining Homelessness Solutions: Inside the Collaboratory
Homelessness isn’t inevitable—it’s a failure of systems, not people. In this special three-part podcast series, we take you behind the scenes of Elevated Denver’s Collaboratory, where lived experts,…
Behind the Scenes of the Elevated Denver Collaboratory
Welcome to a special series of the Elevated Denver Podcast! In this teaser episode, we’re giving you a glimpse into the incredible journey of the Elevated Denver Collaboratory. Between May and August…
S2 BONUS: When We Walk By
In this special bonus episode of the Elevated Denver Podcast, we interview Don Burns and Kevin F. Adler, co-authors of the book "When We Walk By," a profound exploration of America's homelessness…
S2E15 S2: Episode 15 - The System
In this episode, the last of the season, we dig into the housing and homelessness system, as well as the other systems that intersect homelessness. We also dive into the many factors that are…
S2E14 S2: Episode 14 - Homeless to Healing: Cuica Montoya's Story
In this compelling episode, we delve into Cuica Montoya's inspiring journey from her early life in central Denver to her personal battle with loss, homelessness, and healing, culminating in her…
S2E13 S2: Episode 13 - Veteran Homelessness
In this episode, we delve into the critical issue of veteran homelessness, sharing the compelling stories of two veterans, Ben and Dustin. They highlight the challenges veterans face, such as health…
S2E12 S2: Episode 12 - Dignity in Death
In this episode, we explore a heartrending but essential topic – end-of-life care for Denver's unhoused population. These individuals, often living on the streets, face unique challenges in accessing…
S2E11 S2: Episode 11 - Evictions
Evictions are a topic many people are talking about. As an organization focused on solutions, we believe in prevention, and we wanted to dive in and learn more about evictions in our community. We…
S2 LIVE at Denver Startup Week with Goodr & Senator James Coleman
Elevated Denver hosted a live podcast recording, featuring Goodr Grocer, an innovative program that is providing free grocery stores at local schools by developing technology and logistics to track…
S2E10 S2: Episode 10 - Innovation Spotlight on the Denver Basic Income Project
In this episode of the Elevated Denver Podcast, the focus is on the Denver Basic Income Project (DBIP), which aims to provide direct cash contributions to individuals experiencing homelessness.…
S2E9 S2: Episode 9 - Lucky's Journey
In this episode we interviewed Lucky, a resident of the Safe Outdoor Space run by Colorado Village Collaborative. Lucky describes his journey into houselessness, struggling with epilepsy and job…
S2E8 S2: Episode 8 - Hidden Populations Part 2: Working & Priced Out
In this episode, we delve into the critical issue of housing instability faced by hardworking individuals who are often overlooked in our community. Many individuals work diligently, both salaried…
S2E7 S2: Episode 7 - Hidden Populations Part 1
In this episode, we dive into a hidden population of people you would never imagine are unhoused: college students. We talk to Luis, Lena and Frankie, who share their experiences working towards…
S2E6 S2: Episode 6 - Trash
When you live outside, there is no place to put your trash. It can build up and be an eye sore, but what happens when we remove the people living outside, along with the trash? In 2012, Denver…
S2 Retrospective - Reflections from Mayor Hancock Courtesy of City Cast Denver
We are a quarter of the season in, and we wanted to give you a very brief update on the podcast and our work. We are incorporating a new format, that will allow us to dig deeper into some of the most…
S2 BONUS: In-Depth Interviews with Denver's Mayoral Runoff Candidates
The Elevated Denver team is bringing you an extra special, time-sensitive episode. In Denver, we are in a runoff Mayoral election, with ballots due on June 6th. We spoke with each candidate -- Kelly…
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Elevated Denver has published 37 episodes since April 2022, covering topics in Documentary, Society & Culture.
Elevated Denver is currently sporadic with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 26m.
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