The Lease We Can Do

Michelle leads a discussion about intersectionality: what is it, how does it apply to ‘real life’ and why is it important to understand it in relation to the housing system. The episode particularly focuses on the importance of tailored support for individual circumstances. Thank you to E.W. for your permission to use a case study from your work in this episode. Resources used/for more information...

Chris talks about how neoliberalism and capitalism shape the housing system, framing insecurity as a personal failure rather than a structural issue. From Victoria’s public housing demolitions to media narratives that blame individuals, Chris introduces research and examples that reveal how these ideas distort the conversation. The episode explores why this framing matters, how it silences systemi...

Chris introduces the realities of youth housing insecurity, showing that it’s not just about rough sleeping but also couch surfing, unsafe rentals, and constant “churning” between unstable options. Drawing on research, policy failures, and the voices of advocates, Chris talks about why young people are particularly vulnerable under neoliberal systems and what can be done about it. This episode hig...

Hugh talks through the pointy end of the housing crisis, what to do if you find yourself on it, and how even a broken system can still afford you some protections. Resources used/for more information see: Tenants Victoria Renters And Housing Union (RAHU) Rental Dispute Resolution Victoria (RDRV) Consumer Affairs Victoria (CAV) Justice Connect Dear Landlord

Hugh tells the team about the astonishing idea that renters do, in fact, have rights. They discuss minimum standards, dealing with bonds and how to get repairs done even if your landlord doesn’t feel like it. Resources used/for more information see: Tenants Victoria Renters And Housing Union (RAHU) Rental Dispute Resolution Victoria (RDRV) Consumer Affairs Victoria (CAV) Justice Connect Dear Landl...

The Lease We Can Do it a podcast about how the housing system works, and what to do when it doesn’t. We talk about the issues affecting renters, from leaking taps to evictions to the structural forces of the market, helping people understand their rights and how to exercise them - especially young people moving out for the first time. And by looking at the problems holistically, we can build solid...