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The Diversity Career Podcast with Fexingo: Inclusion, Equity, and Underrepresented ProfessionalsHow One Company Made Its Benefits Truly Inclusive for LGBTQ FamiliesEpisode 23 of The Diversity Career Podcast explores how a mid-size tech company, Pathlight, redesigned its family benefits to be inclusive of LGBTQ employees. Hosts Lucas and Luna break down the specific policies—from adoption and surrogacy coverage to fertility benefits that don't assume a heterosexual couple—and the data showing a 30% jump in LGBTQ employee retention after the changes. They discuss the upfront cost (about $150 per employee per year) versus the long-term savings in turnover and engagement. A concrete case study in moving beyond performative allyship to structural change.
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2026-05-3107 min
Pathlight’s HOME TeamSeason 2, Episode 2 - How to Access Our System for HelpOn this week’s episode of the Home Team Podcast, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo break down one of the biggest questions surrounding homelessness: how do people actually access services within the system of care? From outreach teams and emergency shelters to permanent supportive housing and coordinated entry, they unpack the realities, misconceptions, and challenges people face when trying to move from homelessness to stability. They also tackle the debate between shelter vs. housing, discuss Central Florida’s affordable housing crisis, answer listener questions, and highlight both community wins and policy fumbles happening across the country. Plus...
2026-05-2046 min
Pathlight’s HOME TeamSeason 2, Episode 1 - How to recognize a Housing Focused AgencySeason 2 of the HOME Team Podcast is officially here! In Episode 1, Carl and Danny dive into a critical question: What does it take to staff a housing-focused agency—and why does it matter?From breaking down the definition of a housing focused approach to discussing real challenges nonprofits face in staffing, funding, and training, this episode offers an inside look at what it truly takes to move people out of homelessness and into housing. In this episode:What a housing-focused agency really meansWhy staffing is one of the biggest chal...
2026-04-2443 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team22. What does employment look like for those experiencing homelessness?On this episode of the HOME Team Podcast, hosts Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo take on a critical and often misunderstood topic: employment among people experiencing homelessness.They explore the realities of employment for those experiencing homelessness, breaking down the barriers many face—including lack of identification, transportation, consistent sleep, hygiene access, and affordable wages that still don’t cover rising housing costs. The conversation highlights why employment alone doesn’t always lead to housing stability and how supportive services play a vital role.In Offense vs. Defense, Carl and Danny debate a key question: Should...
2026-01-2952 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team21. What is Affordable Housing?This week on the HOME Team Podcast, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo tackle a foundational question: What is affordable housing?They break down the 30% rule (housing costs shouldn’t exceed 30% of income), explain AMI (Area Median Income), and why the phrase “affordable housing” can be misleading unless we ask the real question: Affordable for who? From 110% AMI all the way down to 30% AMI and below, Carl and Danny discuss why Pathlight HOME primarily serves residents at the extremely low-income level—and why deep subsidies are often required.In “Offense vs. Defense,” they explore both sides of whether a...
2026-01-2247 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team20. What is a Shallow Subsidy program?Please review this week's summary for spotify and youtube: On this week’s episode of the HOME Team Podcast, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo break down the concept of shallow subsidies: modest, flexible financial support designed to help people stay housed without fully covering their rent.They explain how shallow subsidies work, who they’re best suited for, and why even a small monthly buffer can reduce housing instability, lower stress, and help households move forward.In Offense vs. Defense, they tackle a timely question:Should more funding go directly to people instead of thro...
2026-01-1551 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team19. What is the Point In Time Count?On this week’s episode of the HOME Team Podcast, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo break down the Point-in-Time Count, a HUD-mandated snapshot used nationwide to better understand homelessness in our communities. They explain how the count works, who it includes, and why it’s more than just a number—it’s a critical tool for planning services, allocating funding, and engaging the community.In Offense vs. Defense, they debate whether every community should conduct a PIT Count annually, weighing the benefits of trend analysis and community engagement against concerns about undercounting, data limitations, and resource strain.The...
2026-01-0853 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team18. How do we know if we are ending homelessness?In this week’s episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo tackle one of the biggest (and most misunderstood) questions in the field: what does real progress look like—and how do we measure it beyond headlines and politics?We break down the “rare, brief, and non-recurring” framework, talk about why reliable data matters (including HMIS participation), and explain concepts like “functional zero.” We also debate whether the U.S. is truly reducing homelessness, discuss why housing costs are the common thread, and answer listener questions about what one statistic matters most.Plus: a headline from California’s...
2026-01-0253 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team17. Pathlight Home Success Stories (Christmas Edition)In this episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo share powerful, real-life examples of what Housing First, workforce training, outreach, and reunification can accomplish when paired with consistent support and trust. (Names are changed for privacy.)Stories featured include:• A veteran and his wife housed through No Buddy Left Behind—plus the patient, step-by-step process that helped rebuild trust and reconnect to VA benefits• Bernadette’s journey from shelter and car-living to stable housing and career momentum after completing Pathlight’s 12-week Culinary Arts Training Program• James’ Three Bridges story showing how meeting immediate needs (like replacing...
2025-12-2353 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team16. What are the Funding Sources for Homeless Service Providers?This week on The HOME Team Podcast, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo break down a question we hear all the time: Where does funding for homeless service providers actually come from?We walk through the major funding categories that keep housing and supportive services running—government grants, philanthropy, corporate support, healthcare reimbursement, earned income/social enterprise, and capital/emergency funds—and why the healthiest nonprofits typically rely on a mix rather than just one source.In our Offense vs. Defense segment, we debate:Should funders make it easier for providers to access funding?We c...
2025-12-1859 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team15. What is Transitional Housing?On this episode of The HOME Team Podcast, Carl Falconer and Daniel Arroyo break down one of the most misunderstood pieces of the homeless response system: transitional housing. What is it, who is it for, and how does it actually work between shelter and permanent housing? They talk about the real-world challenges of budgeting for stays that can range from a few months to two years, progressive engagement, and how case managers decide when someone is truly ready to move on.In this week’s Offense vs. Defense, they tackle a tough systems question:Is it be...
2025-12-111h 05
Pathlight’s HOME Team14. What is Continuum of Care?On this episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo break down one of the most important — yet often misunderstood — systems in the fight to end homelessness: the Continuum of Care (CoC).They explain what a CoC is, how it was created by HUD, and why strong collaboration between agencies, nonprofits, governments, and providers can make or break a community’s ability to reduce homelessness. Carl also shares insights from his decades of work across the country, highlighting how communities with strong CoCs consistently achieve better outcomes — even when funding is limited.In Offense vs. Defense, Carl and Dann...
2025-12-0457 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team13. What is Pathlight HOME?On this episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo host a special Thanksgiving edition of The HOME Team Podcast — celebrating football, community, and the heart of Pathlight HOME.This week’s topic is “What Is Pathlight HOME?”, and Carl and Danny take listeners through an inspiring journey of the organization’s origins, mission, and impact. They share the story of founders Reverend Fred Maxwell and Helene Bloom, and how their early belief in Housing First helped launch Florida’s very first Housing First project — now home to hundreds of Central Floridians every night.In this episode, the team skips...
2025-11-2653 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team12. What is PreventionOn this episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo dive into the topic of prevention — exploring what it means to stop homelessness before it starts. From rental and utility assistance to legal aid, case management, and flexible funding, they break down the tools and strategies that help individuals and families stay housed.They discuss the challenges of targeting at-risk households, funding limitations, and how programs like Pathlight HOME’s Flex Fund are making a difference by providing quick, flexible support when it’s needed most.In their Offense vs. Defense segment, Carl and Danny debate whether preven...
2025-11-2052 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team11. Veteran EpisodeOn this episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo honor Veterans Day with a special discussion on homeless veterans — exploring the challenges they face, the programs designed to help, and the importance of community in ensuring no veteran is left behind.They unpack the causes behind veteran homelessness, including mental health struggles and reintegration challenges, and spotlight Pathlight HOME’s No Buddy Left Behind program, which has already helped dozens of veterans find stable housing. The conversation also touches on powerful stories of resilience, the role of teamwork and service, and how military values like brotherhood and compassion tran...
2025-11-1354 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team10.What is Reunification?On this episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo dive into the theme of reunification — exploring how reconnecting people experiencing homelessness with family or loved ones can be a life-changing path to housing stability.Through their signature Offense vs. Defense debate, they discuss whether families should be expected to care for their unhoused relatives, weighing the emotional bonds and safety benefits against the challenges of financial strain and unresolved trauma. Carl and Danny also share heartfelt success stories of reunification, highlight inspiring community efforts like Miracle Messages, and examine the systemic barriers that make family reconnection so complex....
2025-11-0647 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team9. What is Harm Reduction?In this Halloween-themed episode of the HOME Team Podcast, Carl and Danny kick off with a fun weekend recap—costumes, golf, and pumpkins—before diving deep into a powerful and sometimes misunderstood topic: harm reduction.Through four engaging quarters, they unpack what harm reduction really means, explore its benefits and challenges in the homeless services field, and reflect on how this approach is already embedded in everyday life—from seatbelts to brushing your teeth.They tackle common fears and misconceptions, offer real-world examples from housing programs, and share thoughtful perspectives on how compassion and flexibility can op...
2025-10-3059 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team8. What is Case Management?In this episode, Carl and Danny take a deep dive into the heart of supportive housing: case management. They explore what great case management looks like, how it helps people build trust and stability, and where it sometimes falls short. With football analogies, real-life experience, and a whole lot of passion, they walk through the highs, lows, and realities of a job that’s more than a job — it’s a lifeline.A conversation on balancing data with dignityHow caseloads, boundaries, and burnout impact client careWhen case managers help — and when systems...
2025-10-2349 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team7. What is a Comprehensive Day or Drop-In Center?This week, Pathlight HOME’s Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo dive into the role of day and drop-in centers in ending homelessness — and how football lessons apply along the way.Carl defines what day and drop-in centers are — safe, low-barrier spaces that meet immediate needs like food, showers, laundry, and case management while connecting people to housing and stability. Danny highlights Pathlight HOME’s own Pathways Drop-In Center, which has already helped residents move from crisis to housing.Carl argues that day centers open the “front door” to housing by building trust and providing vital services. Danny counters tha...
2025-10-1648 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team6.What is Permanent Supportive Housing?In this episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo dive deep into Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) — a long-term solution that combines affordable housing with supportive services to help people experiencing chronic homelessness achieve stability and independence. They break down how PSH works, explore its pros and cons, and discuss the government shutdown.From Pathlight HOME’s proven success housing more than 8,100 residents to real-world stories about addiction recovery and mental health, the hosts reveal why Housing First remains the most effective and compassionate approach to ending homelessness — even amid funding challenges. NFL Spotlight of the Week, Jon Fe...
2025-10-0952 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team5. What is Outreach?In this episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo break down the frontline work of outreach—how relationships, persistence, and compassion connect people to housing and services. They tackle the tough questions: Should law enforcement be part of unsheltered homelessness response? How accurate is the annual homeless count? And what can we learn from Denver’s 45% reduction in unsheltered homelessness?Alongside football highlights, donor shoutouts, and fantasy picks, this episode reminds us that kindness, consistency, and community collaboration change lives.Produced by Gigi Ramirez and Jay Falconer. Music and Sound Design by Kwon...
2025-10-0248 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team4. What is Emergency Shelter?In this episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo delve into emergency shelters, which provide temporary housing for individuals experiencing housing crises. They differentiate between congregate and non-congregate shelters, noting that congregate shelters house many people in one room, while non-congregate shelters offer more personal space. They also discuss overnight shelters, which often require residents to leave during the day, and the importance of understanding the various types of shelters to address community needs effectively.Produced by Gigi Ramirez and Jay Falconer. Music and Sound Design by Kwon.Please send any questions or comments to: questions@pa...
2025-09-2554 min
The Unfolding: Presented by The Loveland FoundationCelebrate Your Wins with Tatum CarterContent Note: This episode includes discussions of suicide and suicidal ideation. Please listen with care.Host Rachel Keener sits down with therapist and community outreach manager Tatum Carter for a powerful conversation about Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and what it means for Black women.Tatum opens up about her path into mental health advocacy, the gaps in culturally competent care, and why creating safe, supportive spaces is essential. Together, she and Rachel unpack the unique pressures Black women face—from societal expectations to the toll of microaggressions—and how these shape mental health.
2025-09-1936 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team3. What is Rapid Rehousing?Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo are back for another four quarters of football and homelessness talk. This week’s focus: Rapid Rehousing—what it is, why it matters, and whether housing programs should mandate services. Carl and Danny debate both sides of the issue, share national housing updates, and highlight the week’s football scores and “Locks of the Week.”You’ll also hear:NFL Spotlight: Jason Brown’s inspiring journey from the St. Louis Rams to farming and feeding the hungry.Homelessness MVP: The RENEW program helping women gain careers—and housing—in real estate.Homelessness Fumbl...
2025-09-1851 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team2.What is Diversion?In Pathlight's HOME Team second episode, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo continue to tackle homelessness and joke about their football teams. They define homeless diversion as a strategy to house newly homeless individuals within seven days, emphasizing its cost-effectiveness and quick solutions. They highlight the importance of government involvement in ending homelessness, citing resources and scale as key benefits. They also discuss the challenges of federal government intervention, noting its inconsistent track record in solving social issues. The podcast includes updates on local football teams, a policy proposal to prioritize housing for homeless individuals, and a spotlight...
2025-09-1147 min
Pathlight’s HOME Team1. What is Housing First? (Inaugural Episode)Pathlight's HOME Team Podcast - Where Football meets Housing Solutions with Carl Falconer and Danny ArroyoWelcome to the Inaugural Episode. This week, Carl and Danny weigh-in on the upcoming football season and examine New York City's Right to Shelter Law, which guarantees shelter to homeless individuals but faces criticisms over financial burdens and inefficiencies. They highlight positive initiatives like the 407 Connect bus, which provides overnight shelter and connects individuals to permanent housing. They also discuss the eviction of 60 families from a Howard Johnson hotel due to non-payment and a malfunctioning fire alarm system. Produced...
2025-09-0441 min
Science News DailySUM-seq Transforms Gene Studies, SAGA Launches Pathlight Test, Cyborg Jellyfish Revolutionize Research, AskBio's Gene Therapy Advances Trials, and more...(0:10): Revolutionary SUM-seq Technique Transforms Single-Cell Gene Regulation Studies(2:38): SAGA Diagnostics Unveils Pathlight: Revolutionary MRD Test for Early Breast Cancer Detection at ASCO 2025(4:44): AI-Powered Cyborg Jellyfish Revolutionize Marine Monitoring and Environmental Research(6:51): AskBio's AB-1005 Gene Therapy Shows Promise for Parkinson's, Enters Phase 2 Trials(9:11): HKU Unveils Bird-Like Drone 'SUPER' for Advanced Obstacle Avoidance and Real-World ApplicationsTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news.
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2025-05-2811 min
All Dots ConnectedHow Strategic Analytics Drive Growth and Patient Safety, with Lydia RudyIn this episode of All That's Connected, host Paul Hurley sits down with Lydia Rudy, Chief Development Officer at ERC Pathlight. Lydia shares her journey from social worker to compliance officer to her current role, discussing the unique challenges of scaling behavioral healthcare organizations while maintaining clinical excellence. She offers insights on using data to drive growth decisions, regional marketing strategies, and the importance of measuring ROI in healthcare marketing. The conversation explores the complexities of providing mental health services within regulatory frameworks and the future of behavioral healthcare in America.Timestamps:
2025-03-1849 min
Making Billions: The Private Equity Podcast for Fund Managers, Alternative Asset Managers, and Venture Capital Investors$75M Venture Fund: Secret VC Strategy to Launch Your First Venture FundSend us Fan Mail"RAISE CAPITAL LIKE A LEGEND: https://go.fundraisecapital.co/apply"Hey, welcome to another episode of Making Billions, I'm your host, Ryan Miller and today I have my dear friend Charley Ma. Charley is the co-founder and Managing Partner of a $75 million venture fund known as Pathlight Ventures. Prior to Pathlight, Charley was part of multiple early stage teams that built and scaled enterprise software startups like Plaid, Ramp and Alloy, as well as a critical role at JP Morgan covering R & D, payments, strategy and blockchain before it...
2025-01-0653 min
The InFormed Parent with Suzanne PhillipsS3 E5: An Urgent Conversation: Teen Trends Parents NEED to KnowIn this episode, Suzanne has an important conversation with Britt Parramore, a licensed therapist and the Clinical Director of PathLight Counseling, Behavioral Health, and Treatment Services. Together they shine a light on the current landscape of drugs, specifically marijuana, and how it's severely impacting teen mental health. Britt explains how the THC in today's marijuana is extraordinarily potent and not the "recreational" drug our culture maintains. He outlines how THC's potency has tripled and is causing psychotic disorders and diseases like schizophrenia in teens. It's also causing higher suicide rates. Tune in to hear Britt share his personal story...
2024-10-0242 min
The Peel with Turner NovakLessons Building Five Unicorns + Building Pathlight Ventures | Charley Ma & Mahdi RazaCharley Ma and Mahdi Raza are the Co-founders of Pathlight Ventures, and were early employees at five unicorns, Plaid, Ramp, Alloy, Robinhood, and Stytch.
They share tactical advice for early stage startup employees, lessons getting Plaid and Ramp their first customers, and deciding to build Pathlight together.
Timestamps(00:00) Intro(02:30) Growing up in basements(05:15) Charley’s journey to first biz hire at Plaid(15:01) Advice on being a good startup employee(19:34) Mahdi’s path to Robinhood(26:33) Deciding between joining an early or late stage startup(32:39) Why Charley joined Plaid despite VCs...
2024-09-272h 23
Mental NoteOzempic, Eating Disorders, and Diabetes: GLP-1 weight loss drugs explained with Dr. Elizabeth WassenaarGLP-1 weight loss drugs, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, have exploded in popularity due to their weight-loss potential. But what do they actually do? How do they function? And why are they the subject of so much controversy? With insight from Dr. Elizabeth Wassenaar, Regional Medical Director for the Eating Recovery Center and Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center, this episode will empower you to make an educated decision when it comes to your body and these medications. Crucially, we will also focus on how GLP-1s may affect individuals with eating disorders - even if they...
2024-07-2332 min
The Power Within Podcast with Laurie035 Cathey ConeWhere to find Cathey:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catheycone/ Footnotes from the Flipside Substack: https://catheycone.substack.com/ Things Discussed on the Podcast: Pathlight International (The organization in Belize that supports students with tuition, supplies and transportation costs for high school/college. They also provide after school mentoring, tutoring and leadership training as well as teacher training) : https://pathlight.org/ Highway of Tears Book: https://www.amazon.com/Highway-Tears-Jessica-McDiarmid/dp/1501160281/ref=sr_1_1?crid=H61MH668NDZ3&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.MxU5P7a1PzaXpjpKqNYaINWNm4jzaNjr6BHkXVPRbayxi2PQg12mrvr8...
2024-04-1246 min
The Mind Aura LabEP014 - Sam Steadman: Neuromodulation & Ketamine Assisted TherapyIn today's episode, I interview Sam Steadman, RN out of Denver, CO who is the Assistant Director of Nursing of Pathlight Mood and Anxiety Center. Pathlight is part of a leading national mental health care system dedicated to the treatment of primary mood, anxiety and trauma-related disorders.
We discuss Sam's journey into the medical field, her experiences in multiple specialty departments and how she views healthcare system in the U.S. Sam breaks down on how Ketamine administration can be useful in a clinical setting as therapy for various cognitive disorders. She also details other methods treating cognitive disorder...
2024-02-081h 06