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Around the Block

by Neighborly Software

What does it take to build stronger communities? Around the Block is the podcast that goes beyond the headlines to explore the policies, programs, and people driving real change in housing, community development, and energy across America. Hosted by Leah Larson and Marty Greenlee, each episode features candid conversations with the administrators, advocates, and practitioners doing the work — from affordable housing and HUD-funded programs to disaster recovery, home energy initiatives, and the evolving policy landscape that connects them all. Whether you're deep in the weeds of program administration or just trying to stay informed, Around the Block brings you perspectives from across the industry that are worth a listen. New episodes drop regularly. Subscribe so you never miss out

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Mark Shelburne: QAPs: The Hidden Force Behind Affordable Housing - Episode 005

Mark Shelburne didn't set out to become one of the country's leading experts on Qualified Allocation Plans. He stumbled into affordable housing the same way a lot of peop

Sep 15
51 min

Joe Riddle: Lessons from 35 Years in Community Development - Episode 004

Joe Riddle didn't set out to spend 35 years in community development. He was mailing out resumes and looking for any job that would have him when a hiring manager in Colu

Aug 17
39 min

Belle LeBlanc: How Lafayette went from Sewer Crisis to Global Recognition - Episode 003

In Episode 3 of Around the Block, Leah and Marty sit down with Belle LeBlanc, Human Services Manager for Lafayette Consolidated Government, to explore a critical barrier

Aug 3
45 min

Katie Goar: Balancing Compliance and Compassion - Episode 002

In Episode 2 of Around the Block, Leah and Marty sit down with Katie Goar, President of Quadel, to tackle a tension that runs through every corner of the affordable housi

Jul 15
43 min

Intro - Episode 001

Leah and Marty introduce their new podcast, talk about their backgrounds in community development and then a little about what their goal is for the Around the Block Podc

Jun 11
19 min