Forsidebilde av showet Sheboygan Stories: Unhoused and Unheard

Sheboygan Stories: Unhoused and Unheard

Podkast av Scott LaBonte

engelsk

Business

Prøv gratis i 14 dager

99 kr / Måned etter prøveperioden.Avslutt når som helst.

  • 20 timer lydbøker i måneden
  • Eksklusive podkaster
  • Gratis podkaster
Prøv gratis

Les mer Sheboygan Stories: Unhoused and Unheard

Real people. Real stories. Sheboygan Stories: Unhoused and Unheard is a raw and honest podcast sharing the voices of those experiencing homelessness in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Hosted by Scott LaBonte, co-founder of Sheboygan Area Pay It Forward, each episode amplifies stories of survival, struggle, and strength from the streets, shelters, and systems that often forget the people they serve. No filters. Just truth.

Alle episoder

27 Episoder

episode The Conversations I Didn't Have cover

The Conversations I Didn't Have

This episode didn’t go as planned. The goal was to sit down with someone who utilized the warming center this past winter and talk about what life looks like now that it’s closed. But that conversation didn’t happen. And in that absence, there’s a story of its own. In this episode, Scott reflects on the challenges of connecting with people right now—how increased visibility concerns, shifting circumstances, and the loss of consistent community spaces have made those conversations harder to reach. He also shares how the landscape has changed, with fewer familiar faces, new individuals navigating life on the streets, and the reality that people move in and out of different situations—some finding housing, some leaving the area, and others entering the justice system. This is a quieter, more reflective episode about what it means when stories go unheard—and why those voices still matter, even when we can’t access them. Because sometimes, the conversations we don’t have… say just as much as the ones we do.

3. mai 2026 - 9 min
episode When the Doors Close cover

When the Doors Close

The warming center closed for the season on April 15th. For many, that marks the end of winter. But for those who relied on that space, it marks something else entirely. In this episode, Scott reflects on what happens next—where people go, how things shift, and what daily life looks like when a place to escape the elements is no longer available. Drawing from his experience running the Pay It Forward day center, he shares insight into the challenges that don’t always get seen, especially once the urgency of winter fades. This isn’t about criticism or easy answers. It’s about understanding the reality behind the transition—and recognizing that the need doesn’t end when the doors close. Because homelessness doesn’t follow the seasons… even if resources sometimes do.

19. april 2026 - 12 min
episode The Hard Truths About Helping cover

The Hard Truths About Helping

Helping people experiencing homelessness is often talked about in simple terms—compassion, resources, and support. But the reality is more complicated. In this episode, Scott is joined by his wife Kathleen for an honest conversation shaped by their years running the Pay It Forward day center. Together, they reflect on the parts of this work people don’t always see—the balance between compassion and accountability, the importance of safety within shared spaces, and the difficult decisions that come with trying to serve everyone well. They also discuss why some individuals choose not to access shelters or warming centers, and what that reveals about the challenges of creating spaces that feel both welcoming and safe. With the warming center scheduled to close on April 15th, this conversation takes on added urgency. Because when the doors close, the need doesn’t. This episode isn’t about criticism or easy answers. It’s about honest reflection, lived experience, and the complex reality of helping people navigate some of the hardest moments of their lives. Because real change starts with real conversations.

22. mars 2026 - 51 min
episode Why Community Matters More Than Programs cover

Why Community Matters More Than Programs

Over the past few years, conversations around homelessness in our community haven’t always been easy. There’s been frustration, misunderstanding, and a lot of stigma. But lately, something feels different. In this episode, Scott reflects on a shift he’s starting to notice in Sheboygan — in conversations, on social media, and on the streets. More curiosity. More compassion. More people beginning to see our unhoused neighbors not as problems to solve, but as people to understand. This episode explores why community matters more than programs, and how small human moments can slowly change the way a city sees its most vulnerable neighbors. Because real change doesn’t always happen through policies or programs. Sometimes it starts with simply seeing each other.

8. mars 2026 - 18 min
Enkelt å finne frem nye favoritter og lett å navigere seg gjennom innholdet i appen
Enkelt å finne frem nye favoritter og lett å navigere seg gjennom innholdet i appen
Liker at det er både Podcaster (godt utvalg) og lydbøker i samme app, pluss at man kan holde Podcaster og lydbøker atskilt i biblioteket.
Bra app. Oversiktlig og ryddig. MYE bra innhold⭐️⭐️⭐️

Velg abonnementet ditt

Mest populær

Premium

20 timer lydbøker

  • Eksklusive podkaster

  • Ingen annonser i Podimo shows

  • Avslutt når som helst

Prøv gratis i 14 dager
Deretter 99 kr / måned

Prøv gratis

Premium Plus

100 timer lydbøker

  • Eksklusive podkaster

  • Ingen annonser i Podimo shows

  • Avslutt når som helst

Prøv gratis i 14 dager
Deretter 169 kr / måned

Prøv gratis

Bare på Podimo

Populære lydbøker

Ofte stilte spørsmål

Flere spørsmål og svar
Prøv gratis

Prøv gratis i 14 dager. 99 kr / Måned etter prøveperioden. Avslutt når som helst.