The Way Home

This episode of the Way Home radio show and podcast is a powerful conversation about the ongoing efforts to address homelessness in Los Angeles. Joining host Frank Motech and CEO Mark Hood of the Union Rescue Mission are two special guests, Jan Perry, former LA City Council member and executive director of Shelter Partnership, and Brandy McFarland, director of Emergency Services at the Union Rescu...

This week on the Way Home Radio Show and Podcast, we're tackling the tough topic of homelessness in Los Angeles. Joining us are two passionate advocates for change: Mark Hood, CEO of the Union Rescue Mission, and Aiden Shaw, founder and chairman of the Los Angeles County Taxpayers Association. Their conversation is a must-listen for anyone interested in finding solutions to this complex issue. In...

This episode of the Way Home Radio Show and podcast is a powerful reminder that with the right support and resources, anyone can turn their life around and find a path to hope. Join Frank Motech and his guest, Mark Hood, CEO of the Union Rescue Mission, as they share inspiring stories of transformation and resilience. The Union Rescue Mission has been serving the homeless in Los Angeles for over 1...

This episode of the Way Home radio show and podcast takes a hard look at the state of homelessness in downtown Los Angeles, specifically the taxpayer-funded homeless services facility on Skid Row that's been making headlines lately. The facility, which has been dubbed the "meth mansion," has been criticized for its harm reduction model, which some argue is enabling rather than solving the problem...

This episode of the Way Home Radio Show and Podcast is a powerful conversation about the intersection of homelessness and recovery. Mark Hood, CEO of the Union Rescue Mission, is joined by Brian Ulf, CEO of SHARE, a self-help and recovery exchange program providing housing, rehab, and renewal. They discuss the importance of community and peer support in recovery, and how SHARE's model is making a...

This week on the Way Home Radio Show and podcast, we're tackling the pressing issue of homelessness in Los Angeles. Our guest, Stephen Schung, President and CEO of the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation, shares his insights on the economic impact of homelessness on the city's economy. He emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to address the issue, including providing hou...

This episode of the Way Home Radio Show and Podcasts is a heartwarming conversation with two remarkable individuals who are making a significant impact in the lives of those experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles. Father Ed Benioff, the pastor of the Church of the Good Shepherd in Beverly Hills, and Mark Hood, the CEO of the Union Rescue Mission, join the show to discuss their respective organiz...

In this episode of the Way Home Radio Show and Podcasts, Frank Mottek and Mark Hood, CEO of the Union Rescue Mission, explore the challenges and solutions to homelessness in downtown Los Angeles. They're joined by Hal Bastian, a real estate executive and Downtown LA development leader, and Chaplain Rasheed Terry, a US Army veteran and angel in the City of Angels who serves those in need on skid Ro...

In this episode of the Way Home Radio Show and Podcasts, Frank Mottek is joined by Mark Hood, CEO of the Union Rescue Mission, and Kevin Harbour, CEO of the LA Biz Fed Institute. They discuss the intersection of homelessness and workforce development, highlighting the importance of providing a path forward for those experiencing homelessness. Mark shares the Union Rescue Mission's efforts in educa...

In this episode of the Way Home, Frank Mottek is joined by Mark Hood, CEO of the Union Rescue Mission, and special guest, Dr. Sharona Azarian, former Mayor of Beverly Hills. They discuss innovative approaches to addressing homelessness in Los Angeles, including the city's efforts to provide wrap-around services and permanent supportive housing. The conversation also touches on the importance of me...

Dr Keith Curry joins Mark Hood and Frank Mottek on this episode of The Way Home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Way Home Radio Show and Podcast, Frank Mottek is joined by Mark Hood, CEO of the Union Rescue Mission, and special guest Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna. They discuss the ongoing efforts to address homelessness in LA, with a focus on innovative partnerships and solutions. Sheriff Luna shares his department's approach to addressing the issue, including their homeless o...

In this episode of the Way Home Radio Show, Frank Mottek is joined by Mark Hood, the CEO of the Union Rescue Mission, and special guest Antonio Villaraigosa the former mayor of Los Angeles and current candidate for governor. They dive into the complexities of homelessness in LA, discussing solutions, partnerships, and the importance of a multifaceted approach. Mark shares the Union Rescue Mission'...

In this episode of The Way Home, Frank Mottek is joined by Mark Hood, CEO of the Union Rescue Mission, and Tim Peters, director of Planned Giving. The conversation explores the intersection of homelessness, addiction, and recovery, with a focus on the Union Rescue Mission's comprehensive approach to addressing the root causes of homelessness.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

In this episode of the Way Home they discuss efforts to address the growing issue of homelessness, particularly among families and women. Mark Hood shares a heartwarming story about a partnership with City of Hope, providing mobile mammogram services to women in need. They also talk about new initiatives, including a prison ministry and trade programs, aiming to prevent homelessness and provide a...

In this episode of the Way Home Radio Show and Podcast discussing the organization's 135th anniversary and its efforts to combat homelessness in Los Angeles. The conversation touches on the importance of community partnerships, innovative solutions, and the need for a compassionate approach to addressing the complex issue of homelessness. Guest DA Nathan Hochman. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Celebrating 25 years of Union Rescue Mission on the front lines! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Honoring Angela Bassett & Courtney B Vance See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Special guest Dennis Zine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Way Home Radio Show we are joined by Los Angeles County Fire Captain Malcolm Dix, who saved the life of Patty Phillips, a long-time supporter of the Union Rescue Mission. Patty shares her harrowing story of being trapped in her car during the 2023 firestorm in Malibu, and Captain Dix recounts his heroic rescue efforts.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

In this episode of the Way Home, Frank Mottek is joined by Mark Hood, CEO of the Union Rescue Mission, and Chief Jamie Moore, the new fire chief in Los Angeles. They discuss the importance of supporting local fire departments and the impact of the Union Rescue Mission's work in the community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Special guest Jerry Neuman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Special guest Nella McOsker ( President & CEO of Central City Association) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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