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Where I StayS2 Ep5: Did Confusion, Anger Over Migrants Derail Chicago's Progressive Plan to Tackle Homelessness? (Bonus Episode)An effort to revolutionize Chicago's approach to homelessness, more than five years in the making, ended in a defeat at the ballot box in March, 2024. The bill, known as Bring Chicago Home, sought to create a dedicated stream of funds to provide housing and services by taxing properties valued over $1 million. We talk to Maria Hadden, Alderperson of Chicago's 49th Ward, and an architect of Bring Chicago Home, about why it didn't pass. We also discuss the potential for increasingly punitive policing of homelessness in public spaces following the recent Supreme Court d...2024-11-061h 00
Where I StayS2 Ep4: One Year LaterIn this final episode of Season 2 of Where I Stay, thousands of asylum seekers are showing up on the streets, and in shelters across Chicago. A political stunt by the Governor of Texas blossoms into a full blown humanitarian crisis in Chicago, imperiling a new progressive mayor's plans to address homelessness. as well as, provide emergency shelter for tens-of-thousands of new arrivals stuck in political limbo. We also explore how the last 50 years of housing policy, while often well intentioned, is replete with mistakes that have contributed to a la...2024-08-191h 19
Where I StayS2 Ep3: My Apologies To The Four SeasonsIt's knives out in Chicago, as election season draws near.. and there will be mud. On March 19th 2024, Chicagoans will see the end of a story multiple years in the making. Voters must decide if the city should create a dedicated source of funds to fight homelessness, but a million dollar astroturfing campaign from the real estate lobby is committed to preventing its passage. Once again. Meanwhile Streetwise Editor Suzanne Hanney and Reporter A. Allen interview activist and former Alderperson, Helen Shiller whose legacy left an indelible mark on Chicago's Northside and di...2024-03-121h 29
Where I StayS2 Ep2: SwitcherooTensions flare over the homeless camp in Touhy Park after the Park District decides to shut everything down. The appearance of mysterious flyers claiming the tent city will be relocated to a fancy hotel causes rampant confusion and amps up emotions on all sides. With the election looming, what paths remain for the local alderwoman to get everyone housed before a potentially lethal winter?Special thanks to Musician Andrew Bird who donated music from his Chicago-inspired, 2013 EP “I Want To See Pulaski At Night” and Block Club Chicago Reporter Joe Ward who broke many of t...2024-01-1855 min
Where I StayS2 Ep1: The Mayor of Both BridgesChicago may have 50 official wards, but there’s a 51st Ward where over 65,000 people reside without a home. In our season premiere, join reporters Jesse Betend, Suzanne Hanney, and A. Allen as they seek out Tom Gordon, the enigmatic “Mayor of Uptown,” to understand the rise of tent cities across Chicago.What they find is a tightly-knit community formed out of necessity, existing in the shadows of a city that often overlooks them. As they uncover the challenges and conflicts faced by these camps, they also discover the deep bonds that hold them together. But who is Tom Go...2023-12-2158 min
PodWellWhy do nonprofits podcast?What’s the benefit of podcasting for non-profits? On this episode, Cindy Paulauskas, Rivet360’s president, explains why nonprofits should podcast both for their time and their treasure. Nonprofits have amazing stories to tell, and they can leverage the emotive power of audio to connect with their current and potential audiences.Guest: Cindy Paulauskas2023-06-2707 min
Talking the DriveRadio’s challenging future: TechInsights automotive strategy expert uncovers issues facing the broadcast industry as the car evolves and becomes smarter.Roger Lanctot, Director of Automotive Mobility at Strategy Analytics at TechInsights, talks with host John MacLeod and Rivet360's CEO, Cindy Paulauskas, about industry and technology dynamics that will shape the broadcast industry’s future in the connected car.2022-10-1828 min
Talking the DriveLearning from Peloton. Can driver communities bring to life the connected car?Yaniv Gilad, CEO of new media company Listory and Cindy Paulauskas, Rivet360 CEO, talk with host John MacLeod about new types of content for the connected car.2022-08-3118 min
Talking the DrivePilot: Exploring New Opportunities in the Connected CarHost John MacLeod, Founder of Rivet360 talks with colleagues CEO Cindy Paulauskas, VP of Editorial and Development Charlie Meyerson and Technology Head Roy Casino about what’s missing, needed and possible in the connected car.2022-06-1716 min