On the Block is a Dallas Public Library podcast about the stories, opinions, and talents of our neighbors experiencing homelessness. Join us as we explore the state of homelessness in Dallas.
To reach us with any comments or concerns, please feel free to email dplhelpdesk@dallas.gov
The hosts are joined by Kamron Johnson, a chairman and advocate for The Men of Nehimiah, to talk about family, masculinity, and finding community through the journey of recovery.
To submit any questions or concerns, feel free to leave a comment or email us at dplhelpdesk@dallas.gov
24 Apr 2024
True Crime Mini-Con Trailer
For more information on Dallas Public Library's True Crime Mini-Con, visit bit.ly/truecrimecon
17 Apr 2024
The Road Less Traveled
Marcus Washington speaks on his travels while unhoused. Marcus and the team talk rehabilitation, recovery from trauma, and finding community.
To submit any questions or concerns, feel free to leave a comment or email us at dplhelpdesk@dallas.gov
10 Apr 2024
Blessed To Go Through Hell
Dallas Public Library employee Courtney Hurd sits down with the team to share her family's history with homelessness in Dallas and her journey to stability.
To submit any questions or concerns, feel free to leave a comment or email us at dplhelpdesk@dallas.gov
3 Apr 2024
They Have The Whole World
Carl Gaines and Robert Redbone join our hosts to discuss how our neighborhoods have changed, gentrification, and affordable housing.
To submit any questions or concerns, feel free to leave a comment or email us at dplhelpdesk@dallas.gov
27 Mar 2024
Hurry Up And Wait
Volunteer and friend of the podcast Ricky Redd sits down with the team to talk about his day-to-day while unhoused in Dallas.
To submit any questions or concerns, feel free to leave a comment or email us at dplhelpdesk@dallas.gov
20 Mar 2024
You Can't Tell People What To Do
Anthony Murphy shares his experience with homelessness and addiction, and his career in social services and street outreach.
To submit any questions or concerns, feel free to leave a comment or email us at dplhelpdesk@dallas.gov
13 Mar 2024
Creativity and Expression On The Streets
The hosts explore the rich culture of art in Dallas and highlight some unhoused creatives.
To submit any questions or concerns, feel free to leave a comment or email us at dplhelpdesk@dallas.gov
6 Mar 2024
Joy and Kevin
The hosts speak to Kevin and Joy, a couple currently experiencing homelessness. Kevin and Joy share their past experiences, their struggles with housing insecurity, and how they manage their relationship while unhoused.
To submit any questions or concerns, feel free to leave a comment or email us at dplhelpdesk@dallas.gov
28 Feb 2024
How Has Homelessness In Dallas Changed?
The team takes a look into the state of homelessness in Dallas across the years and speaks to community members about the future of D-Town.
To submit any questions or concerns, feel free to leave a comment or email us at dplhelpdesk@dallas.gov
21 Feb 2024
A Window into the HELP Desk
Meet the hosts!
The Dallas Public Library HELP Desk team introduces themselves and discuss the work of the Homeless Engagement Initiative.
To submit any questions or concerns, feel free to leave a comment or email us at dplhelpdesk@dallas.gov
2 Feb 2024
On the Block
Welcome to On the Block, a podcast produced by Dallas Public Library.
This 10-part series will explore the stories, opinions, and talents of our neighbors experiencing homelessness through conversations between library staff and people experiencing homelessness or who were formerly unhoused.
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