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We the Unhoused

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Los Angeles
Homelessness
Houselessness
Unhoused Community
Mutual Aid
Mental Health
California
Community Support
Housing Crisis
Activism
Empathy
Housing Instability
Food Insecurity
Grants Pass Ruling
Domestic Violence
Social Justice
Food Justice
LGBTQIA Community
Gentrification
Socioeconomic Issues

We the Unhoused is a podcast created by Theo Henderson with the goal of uplifting voiceless citizens. Begun while Theo was living on the streets of LA for over eight years, the show provides an intimate look at the unhoused experience.

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Latest Episodes

Theo is joined by Dr. Jill Wiwcharuk, who speaks on her work as a street doctor for the unhoused population of British Columbia, and on how Canada‘s treatment of their own unhoused population compares with the U.S.

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This week, Theo speaks with activist Kris of LA Street Care and Mutual Aid about the state of mutual aid, and how we can all rise to the occasion in a moment where most systems have turned their back on the unhoused. In Unhoused News, we take a close... more

Theo speaks with Miguel, Elise, and Jacqueline at Food Access LA in our continuing series on how mutual aid is rising to the occasion as the Trump regime continues to slash programs that provide services to the unhoused.

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The upcoming election in Los Angeles gives officials an opportunity to do right by the unhoused community and invest in real, structural solutions. So, who's stepping up? This week, Theo interviews two candidates on their plan to make Los Angeles a s... more

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Recent Guests

Kris Real
Activist with LA Street Care and Mutual Aid
LA Street Care and Mutual Aid
Episode: Activist Kris is Keeping Mutual Aid Real
Elise Dang
Manager of operations for Food Access LA's Northeast LA Farmers Markets
Food Access LA
Episode: Every Empty Plate Tells a Story
Jacqueline Diaz
Program coordinator for the nutrition department
Food Access LA
Episode: Every Empty Plate Tells a Story
Miguel Ceniceros
Senior manager for benefits and incentives
Food Access LA
Episode: Every Empty Plate Tells a Story
Aida Ashouri
Human rights activist and lawyer running for Los Angeles City Attorney
La City Attorney candidate
Episode: Your Voice. Your Choice. Your Future: Breaking Down the Los Angeles Primaries
Reverend Rae Huang
Presbyterian pastor and community organizer running for Mayor of Los Angeles
LA Mayoral candidate
Episode: Your Voice. Your Choice. Your Future: Breaking Down the Los Angeles Primaries
Ralph Eubanks
Award-winning author and chronicler of the Mississippi Delta
Author, When It's Darkness on the Delta
Episode: Diggin the Delta: Ralph Eubanks on Soul, Soil, and Systems
George Fleishmann
Unhoused veteran with a heart-riching story
U.S. military veteran, LA resident
Episode: Mutual Aid Steps Up: Shirley’s Free Food Hub and Resisting Lip Service
Carlos Nieto III
Cofounder of Shirley's Free Food Hub, animator and community organizer
Shirley's Free Food Hub
Episode: Mutual Aid Steps Up: Shirley’s Free Food Hub and Resisting Lip Service

Host

Theo Henderson
Host of We the Unhoused

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 379 ratings
  • Theo is a treasure

    I love this show because it covers people who are Ignored. Theo covers the topic with a lot of empathy but also provides lots of ways to help and promotes solutions to the problems. He also just seems like a sweet guy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Big Keb
    Canada6 months ago
  • Been following since Theo's interview on Just Between Us and have learned so much!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    claudiaalmeida
    a year ago
  • Studs Terkel would love this

    This is the journalism we need.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Greenhorn Tenderfoot
    United States2 years ago
  • Above and beyond

    An excellent look at the realities of being unhoused. This podcast provides detailed, niche current events coverage that everyone needs to know about. Essential when most media outlets are busy vilifying the unhoused.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    theepicdon
    United States2 years ago
  • Essential Listening for EVERYONE

    Thank you, THANK YOU! Theo you are doing amazing work for not only the unhoused community but for everyone living in the US. We need these words to understand what is going on so we can all change it. Liberation for all! In our lifetime!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Astroroot
    United States2 years ago

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The show is seen as a must-listen for understanding complexities around homelessness.
Theo is an empathetic host who highlights often-ignored voices.
Listeners appreciate the clear advocacy for social justice and community support.
The podcast is recognized for its essential coverage of unhoused peoples' struggles.
There are discussions about systemic racism and social issues relevant to marginalized groups.

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Activist Kris is Keeping Mutual Aid Real
Q: What message do you want listeners to take away about mutual aid and organizing in a city facing housing insecurity and political pushback?
Theo and Kris converge on the idea that systemic change requires community-led action, accountability for politicians, and resistance to exacerbating inequality through vacancies, policing, and budget priorities; mutual aid can empower people to stay connected, resist displacement, and demand long-term solutions rather than short-term fixes.
Activist Kris is Keeping Mutual Aid Real
Q: What are some concrete examples of how policies like 4118 and sweeps impact individuals, and how does that feed into your organizing work?
The discussion highlights repeated sweeps, tickets, and court responsibilities that lead to arrests or warrants, creating a cycle of displacement. Kris ties these concrete experiences to broader demands for repeal of 4118 and for accountability from city leaders who publicly oppose such enforcement but continue policies in practice.
Activist Kris is Keeping Mutual Aid Real
Q: Can you give a little background on the local organizing efforts in East Hollywood, Echo Park, and surrounding areas, and how enforcement shapes everyday life for unhoused residents?
Kris explains that LA Street Care and Mutual Aid operate across multiple districts, focusing on how enforcement discretion, 4118 zones, and sweeps affect people in public spaces, often displacing them and complicating access to housing and services. The conversation emphasizes practical mutual aid tactics and political accountability as a counterweight to punitive approaches.
Your Voice. Your Choice. Your Future: Breaking Down the Los Angeles Primaries
Q: What is your timeline for implementing changes if elected?
I will build a movement with community partners, bring people to city council, and push for independent leadership that prioritizes rights, housing, and dignity, with ongoing accountability.
Your Voice. Your Choice. Your Future: Breaking Down the Los Angeles Primaries
Q: Would you continue Mayor Bass's Inside Safe program?
No, I would transform it into an Inside Forever program focused on permanent housing and durable social services rather than interim housing with instability.

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What is We the Unhoused about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the experiences of the unhoused community, this show centers on the struggles, challenges, and systemic injustices faced by those without stable housing. With a strong emphasis on advocacy and social justice, discussions revolve around crucial topics such as homelessness, food insecurity, mental health, and the intersectionality of various marginalized identities. Unique to this show is its heartfelt storytelling, often through the firsthand experiences of unhoused individuals and activists, which seeks to raise awareness and deepen understanding of their plight. This podcast not only informs listeners about pressing social issues but also promotes community engagement and systemic change, making it a vital resource for anyone l... more

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Recent guests on We the Unhoused include:

1. Kris Real
2. Elise Dang
3. Jacqueline Diaz
4. Miguel Ceniceros
5. Aida Ashouri
6. Reverend Rae Huang
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