Tents on sidewalks. Families in cars. Billions spent—and somehow, it keeps getting worse.
In this episode of Stay in the Gray Podcast, Ryan unpacks the uncomfortable reality behind America’s homelessness crisis. From bloated government budgets to personal encounters with career panhandlers, it’s time to question the feel-good narratives and look at what’s actually happening.
🎙 Topics include:
– Why rent, wages, and broken systems collide
– Personal stories of generosity, scams, and hard truths
– Programs that work—and why they don’t get funded
– San Francisco vs. Denver: same budget, different results
This isn’t about left or right—it’s about what’s real.
🎯 Hit Follow if you think compassion doesn’t mean ignoring the facts.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction: The Growing Homelessness Crisis
00:49 - Personal Reflections and Observations
01:55 - The Impact on Families and Veterans
02:46 - A Personal Story: The Christmas Encounter
03:52 - The Complexity of Homelessness
05:25 - Economic Factors and Housing Instability
06:39 - The Role of Mental Health and Addiction
09:23 - Challenges in Addressing Homelessness
12:30 - Potential Solutions and Policy Approaches
15:27 - Conclusion: A Call to Action
