The SLO Equity Podcast is back! In this relaunch episode, we talk about housing in San Luis Obispo County, not just as policy, but as something we’ve experienced and had to navigate ourselves.

We break down redlining in a friendly conversation, and connect it to what people are still dealing with today. We also interview RACE Matters' Executive Director, Courtney Haile, about their documentary short "Restrictions Apply". Courtney was also featured in a past podcast episode, Why San Luis Obispo Lacks Diversity, where we discussed the then-upcoming documentary release. Now, we return to it, capturing new reactions, reflecting on the film, and the work that still needs to be done.

This episode also includes reflections from an anonymous resident sharing their own experience navigating housing in SLO County. Real conversations, local context, and a deeper look at what’s shaping our community.

In this episode, we:

• Share lived experiences with housing in SLO County
• React to Restrictions Apply by RACE Matters SLO
• Reflect on how these systems continue to shape everyday life

SHOW NOTES

• Get involved with Diversity Coalition and the SLO Equity Podcast: https://www.diversityslo.org
• RACE Matters SLO – Restrictions Apply short documentary (18 mins): https://www.racemattersslo.org/restrictions-apply
• Previous episode: Why San Luis Obispo Lacks Diversity: https://www.diversityslo.org/sloequity

Understanding Housing Inequity

• A Gender Equity Perspective on California’s Housing Crisis 👉 Read the report
• European Institute for Gender Equality – Gender Mainstreaming 👉 Learn more
• California Tenants Guide - A guide to residential tenants’ and landlords’ rights and responsibilities 👉 Learn more

This episode is coming to you thanks to:

• Diversity Coalition San Luis Obispo County
• Diversity Coalition's Community Outreach Committee
• Special thanks to: Velanche Stewart, Chenda Lor, KT Bertrand, Yolande Sukal, Courtney Haile,