Housing for Good

Chris and Karolyn interview Jon Black, pastor of McPherson’s own Countryside Covenant Church. This exciting episode covers faith, family, community, organizations, and how housing connects everything.  Hosts: Chris Goodson, Karolyn Moore Guest: Jon Black Producer: Joey Hammers

Being a child in a family crisis can be overwhelming. Learn how Safe Families for Children helps families navigate their situation and ensure children remain in a safe and supportive environment, all while staying in close contact with their parent(s) on this week's episode of Housing for Good. Hosts: Chris Goodson, Karolyn Moore Guests: Sherry Koehn, Melissa Buhlre Producer: Joey Hammers  

On this week's episode of Housing for Good, Becky Gray, Executive Director of Building Health Incorporated, joins Chris and Karolyn this week to discuss how her organization collaborates with various agencies—including government entities, nonprofits, businesses, and others—to improve the health and lives of residents in Southeast Kansas. Hosts: Chris Goodson, Karolyn Moore Guest: Becky Gray Produ...

Chris interviews guest Dr. Lara Vanderhoof on this week's Housing for Good. They revisit the topic of human trafficking (Episode 32) and discuss what community members can do if they suspect something is wrong. Host: Chris Goodson Guest: Lara Vanderhoof Producer: Joey Hammers

Marilyn Stanley from the Kansas Housing Resources Corporation discusses the Kansas Gap Housing Loan Guarantee Program with Chris and Karolyn on this week's episode of Housing for Good.  Hosts: Chris Goodson, Karolyn Moore Guest: Marilyn Stanley Producer: Joey Hammers Runtime: 22:40

This week on Housing for Good, Chris and Karolyn visit with Marilyn Stanley from the Kansas Housing and Resources Corporation. They discuss the Kansas First-Time Home Buyers program. Marilyn explains the ins and outs of this wonderful program.  Hosts: Chris Goodson, Karolyn Moore Guest: Marilyn Stanley Producer: Joey Hammers Runtime: 25:03

This week on Housing for Good, we have a very special guest, Mr. Otis Odell, Housing & Mixed-Use Sector Leader at HED, an integrated architecture and engineering company. Chris and Karolyn interview Mr. Odell, discussing trauma-informed design for mixed-use housing, the intersection of architecture, psychology, and public health, and how to address social isolation through intentional communit...

This episode is Part II of Chris and Karolyn's interview with Donna Schenck-Hamlin, discussing community land trusts and the next steps involved in creating and organizing one.  Hosts: Chris Goodson, Karolyn Moore Guest: Donna Schenck-Hamlin Producer: Joey Hammers Runtime: 28:28

In this episode of Housing for Good, Donna Schenck-Hamlin talks with Chris and Karolyn about community land trusts and how they can help make housing affordable in communities. This is Part 1 of a two part episode.  Hosts: Chris Goodson, Karolyn Moore Guest: Donna Schenck-Hamlin Producer: Joey Hammers Runtime: 29:26

In this episode, Chris and Karolyn discuss the first housing initiative meeting between the various stakeholders in the County following the release of the housing study. The meeting was highly productive, with a great turnout of participants. There are plans for future meetings. Some great points were brought up, and on this podcast, our hosts discuss some of the more interesting and important on...

This week on Housing for Good, Chris and Karolyn interview Tina Lyne from Pfizer. Tina talks about the Brush Up Mac program and how she and other volunteers from Pfizer love to help others and help make McPherson County a great place to live. Hosts: Chris Goodson, Karolyn Moore Guest: Tina Lyne Producer: Joey Hammers Runtime: 25:14

Small communities can grow and thrive, but as this week's guest on Housing for Good pointed out, it takes commitment from developers, local and state officials, and community organizations to help make it happen. Join Karolyn and guest host Sherrie as they interview Derek Lee, a developer in Lindsborg, Kansas. Hosts: Karolyn Moore, Sherrie Sparks Guest: Derek Lee Producer: Joey Hammers Runtime: 19...

This week on Housing for Good, Chris and Karolyn interview Laura Parks, who is the Executive Director of United Way in McPherson County (UWMC). She discusses how UWMC assists non-profits in McPherson County, helping those in need.   Hosts: Chris Goodson, Karolyn Moore Guest: Laura Parks Producer: Joey Hammers Runtime: 34:04

Rodney Denholm knows a lot about personal finance and credit. He knows the situations that people can sometimes find themselves in. Join host Karolyn and guest host Sherrie as they talk with Rodney about consumer finances and credit counseling on Episode 41 of Housing for Good. Hosts: Karolyn Moore, Sherrie Rickerson Guest: Rodney Denholm Producer: Joey Hammers Runtime: 32:05

Addiction is often one of the causes of homelessness, and the Central Kansas Foundation (CKF) strives to help those with addiction get back on their feet by offering both inpatient and outpatient services. In this episode, Chris and guest co-host Sherrie interview Andi Amann, a Peer Mentor/Recovery Coach at their office in McPherson. Andi discusses the programs that CKF offers while also discussin...

Jobs and housing go hand-in-hand, and people who are without a job can sometimes find themselves homeless as well. This week Chris and Karolyn interview Tucky Allen, Business Services Director from Kansas WorkforceONE, as he talks about their programs and how they help people find jobs and return to the workforce. Hosts: Chris Goodson, Karolyn Moore Guest: Tucky Allen Producer: Joey Hammers Run Ti...

This week on Housing for Good, Chris and Karolyn interview Erynne Farney, the Outreach and Resource Specialist for the South Central Kansas Economic Development District's weatherization program. Erynne discusses the program's benefits and how it helps many Kansas homeowners and renters within the development district. Hosts: Chris Goodson, Karolyn Moore Guest: Erynne Farney Producer: Joey Hammers...

The South Central Kansas Economic Development District (SCKEDD) is an organization that helps to "enhance and improve the economic vitality, community, infrastructure, and housing quality within the region they serve." Join Chris and Karolyn this week as they interview Stephanie Marsh, Program Manager of Grants at SCKEDD, to learn about its programs. Hosts: Chris Goodson, Karolyn Moore Guest: Step...

Chris and Karolyn discuss housing issues related to affordable housing and policy along with, some of the issues related to development of affordable housing and the housing initiatives in McPherson County on this week's episode of Housing for Good. Hosts: Chris Goodson, Karolyn Moore Producer: Joey Hammers Runtime: 30:08

In this episode, Chris and Karolyn continue their conversation with Amy from Catholic Charities-Wichita's SAFE Project, a program helping women of domestic violence. This episode is Part II. For Part I, listen to Episode 16. Hosts: Chris Goodson, Karolyn Moore Guest: Amy Producer: Joey Hammers Runtime: 30:06  

Chris and Karolyn interview landlord, Kathy Nicholson. She and her husband Robert, "Bob," own 21 homes in McPherson. Join us as she talks about being a landlord on this week's Housing for Good. Hosts: Chris Goodson, Karolyn Moore Guest: Kathy Nicholson Produced: Joey Hammers Runtime: 31:52

Real estate is one of the things that help people remain stable, an anchor to the communities in which we live. Joining Chris and Karolyn this week are Kendra Kuchta and Julie Wenthe real estate agents in South Central Kansas. Please join us for this week's episode of Housing for Good.   Hosts: Chris Goodson, Karolyn Moore Guests: Kendra Kuchta, Julie Wenthe Producer: Joey Hammers Runtime: 33:10

This week, Chris and Karolyn interviewed Dr. Lara Vanderhoof on Housing for Good. They discuss the serious topic of human trafficking and the methods people can use to help combat this terrible crime. Please join us for this episode of Housing for Good.   Hosts: Chris Goodson, Karolyn Moore Guest: Dr. Lara Vanderhoof Producer: Joey Hammers Runtime: 26:48

Sally Scott is the director of the McPherson Senior Center in McPherson, Kansas. On this episode, she talks with Chris and Karolyn about the activities and services the Center offers residents of McPherson County. Please join us for this week's episode of Housing for Good. Hosts: Chris Goodson, Karolyn Moore Guest: Sally Scott Producer: Joey Hammers Runtime: 26:56

This week on Housing for Good, Chris and Karolyn interview Carissa Paxton, the Housing Coordinator for the City of Hutchinson, Kansas. In this episode, Carissa discusses the various initiatives Hutchinson is undertaking to enhance housing options for its residents. Hosts: Chris Goodson, Karolyn Moore Guest: Carissa Paxton Producer: Joey Hammers Runtime: 30:37