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987: Why Helping the Homeless Isn’t Working


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Why are billions being spent on homelessness with almost nothing to show for it?


What if the real problem isn’t lack of funding… but lack of honesty? In this episode, we dive deep into the homelessness crisis with Susannah Petitt and uncover the uncomfortable truths the media won’t touch. Are we creating a permanent underclass in the name of compassion? Are private charities better equipped to help than bloated government programs? Buckle up – this one doesn’t pull any punches.

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Homelessness in America is exploding – up nearly 30% since 2016. Despite record-breaking federal and state funding, tent cities keep spreading, and the streets feel less safe by the day. But what’s really driving the crisis? Susannah shares firsthand insights from the DC Point-In-Time Count and reveals shocking data about drug use, mental illness, and why one-size-fits-all government programs are failing the very people they claim to help.


You’ll hear real stories – like the man sleeping in a snowstorm who fought to stay clean but kept getting rejected by shelters, or the woman fleeing domestic violence with her kids, who had nowhere to go. These aren’t just stats. They’re people. But instead of helping them, we’ve built a bureaucratic machine that pays six-figure salaries to “solve” problems that keep getting worse. Why? Because the incentive structures are completely broken.


Brian and Susannah don’t always agree – and that’s what makes this conversation essential. From involuntary commitments to the role of private charities, they debate whether the government should intervene with force or finally get out of the way. Spoiler: there’s no easy answer, but there is a path forward rooted in real-world results, personal responsibility, and community-driven care.


This isn’t another bleeding-heart episode or a cold libertarian screed. It’s a real, gritty conversation about what actually works – and what’s morally right. Whether you live in a big city or a rural town, this affects you. If you’re tired of hearing the same failed solutions from politicians who’ve never missed a meal, this episode is your wake-up call.

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