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The Housing Sector Podcast

Ben Jenkins

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The Housing Sector Podcasts provide candid, insightful discussions on housing issues, featuring unfiltered conversations with residents and industry insiders to advocate for better services and transparency in the housing sector.
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Off the Deaton Path

Stan Deaton

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Off the Deaton Path is a podcast for anyone interested in lively conversation about American history and culture. Host Stan Deaton of the Georgia Historical Society explores the rich field of history through interviews with award-winning authors of some of the best contemporary works in history, biography, and non-fiction, as well as wide-ranging conversations about sports and popular culture, from movies to television, bourbon to beer, and Bigfoot to baseball.
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Stories in Our Roots

Heather Murphy, Genealogist

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By seeking the stories of our ancestors, we find our own. Through the lens of genealogy, host Heather Murphy invites you to embark on a transformative quest of self-discovery, enabling you to cultivate self-awareness, forge meaningful connections, and embrace a life filled with resilience and joyful authenticity. Be inspired to take your own journey into the branches of your family tree, illuminating the stories of your ancestors and empowering you to discover your true self. Through researc ...
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In this episode, we speak with Greg Reed, CEO of Places for People, about his transition from a banking background to the housing sector, driven by a passion to improve homes and provide better opportunities for people. Greg shares insights from his time at HomeServe and Clarion Housing, and his journey to becoming CEO at Places for People. We disc…
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Stan’s guest this week is historian Evan Friss, author of the bestselling new release, The Bookshop: A History of the American Bookstore, which has been getting rave reviews in national publications. The story begins with Benjamin Franklin’s first bookstore in Philadelphia and takes us to a range of booksellers including the Strand in New York, Chi…
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In this episode of This is the GSA Way, we tackle the pressing issue of GreenSquareAccord’s (un)affordable housing and the recent service charge increases affecting residents. Residents have received alarming letters outlining how their housing provider has exceeded budget limits, resulting in unexpected costs being passed on to them. We break down…
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In this episode we talk about how it is okay to cherry pick the tolls that suit you on your spiritual journey and to go with the flow when drawn to people and places. This is the last episode in SEASON 1 and we will return for SEASON 2 in 4 weeks. Hosted by Jacqueline Adams and Jacq Munro Insta - @gallusalice.andtheuniverse Facebook - @gallusaliceu…
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In Episode 13 of the Housing Sector Podcast, Behind The Spin, we explore how misleading PR tactics and poor communication from housing providers undermine resident trust. From misquoted statements in the media to Hexagon’s selective messaging around emergency repairs and ongoing legal battles, we highlight the gap between what residents are told an…
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This episode we talk about intention, The Golden Thread, signs and more. Join the conversation on our socials. Hosted by Jacqueline Adams and Jacq Munro Insta - @gallusalice.andtheuniverse Facebook - @gallusaliceuniverse email - GallusAlliceUniverse@gmail.com (please note Allice with 2 L's)Jacq Munro & Jacqueline Adams
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Stan interviews veteran New York Times reporter Adam Nagourney about his recent book, The Times: How the Newspaper of Record Survived Scandal, Scorn, and the Transformation of Journalism, a sweeping behind-the-scenes look at the last four turbulent decades of “the paper of record,” as it confronted world-changing events, internal scandals, and the …
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This episode we talk about the chakra system and how it helps us to understand the existence, movement and balance of energy in and around us. Hosted by Jacqueline Adams and Jacq Munro Insta - @gallusalice.andtheuniverse Facebook - @gallusaliceuniverse email - GallusAlliceUniverse@gmail.com (please note Allice with 2 L's)…
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In this episode of The Housing Sector Podcast, we delve into the critical issue of antisocial behaviour (ASB) in social housing, featuring insights from Jacqueline Parks. Drawing from the SHAC report titled The Antisocial Social Landlord, we explore the alarming reality of landlords failing to address ASB effectively, often treating victims as perp…
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This episode we are talking about Clairaudience, Clairsentience and Clairvoyance and how each of us might experience them. Hosted by Jacqueline Adams and Jacq Munro Insta - @gallusalice.andtheuniverse Facebook - @gallusaliceuniverse email - GallusAlliceUniverse@gmail.com (please note Allice with 2 L's)…
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Stan’s guest this week is historian Greg Brooking, discussing his new book From Empire to Revolution: Sir James Wright and the Price of Loyalty in Georgia, published on July 15 by the University of Georgia Press. https://www.deatonpath.georgiahistory.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/9-13-24.mp3Stan Deaton
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In this episode I’m joined by Laura Young from Complex Asset Management Solutions to discuss practical strategies for managing housing assets effectively. As housing providers face increasing financial and operational challenges, Laura shares simple yet powerful asset management techniques that can make a big difference. We delve into how these met…
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This episode we are talking about our BS - that's right BELIEF SYSTEMS We discuss how they shape us, how they block us and what we might do about them. Please do join in the conversation at our socials below Hosted by Jacqueline Adams and Jacq Munro Insta - @gallusalice.andtheuniverse Facebook - @gallusaliceuniverse email - GallusAlliceUniverse@gma…
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Do Religion and Spirituality have some crossover? Are there things that you get from one but not the other? Why is Spirituality growing and Religion not? Come and hear our thoughts on it and please comment on our socials your own tuppence worth Hosted by Jacqueline Adams and Jacq Munro Insta - @gallusalice.andtheuniverse Facebook - @gallusaliceuniv…
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Stan talks to historian Jacqueline Jones about her book, No Right to An Honest Living: The Struggles of Boston’s Black Workers in the Civil War Era, winner of the 2024 Pulitzer Prize in History. https://www.deatonpath.georgiahistory.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/8-29-24.mp3Stan Deaton
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In this review episode, we take a deep dive into the most pressing issues we've covered in our first 10 episodes. We revisit critical topics such as the troubling trend of over-censorship within the housing sector and the glaring gaps in training that prevent customer service teams from asking the right investigatory questions to streamline problem…
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What is Ancestral Trauma, how do you recognise it and what can you do about it? This episode discusses these aspects and many more including our personal experiences Hosted by Jacqueline Adams and Jacq Munro Insta - @gallusalice.andtheuniverse Facebook - @gallusaliceuniverse email - GallusAlliceUniverse@gmail.com (please note Allice with 2 L's)…
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Join Stan as he launches a new season of Off the Deaton Path with a recap of one of the most momentous weeks in American political history, plus a deep dive into Fun Facts Known By Few (a tunnel behind Lincoln’s head on Mt. Rushmore? Are you living in a nuclear sponge? What is the mysterious Greek fire? Why was the flow of the Chicago River reverse…
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Do you believe in gurus? Have you had anyone as a guru in your life? This episode explores what we mean by Guru and if they are a good thing. Hosted my Jacqueline Adams and Jacq Munro Insta - @gallusalice.andtheuniverse Facebook - @gallusaliceuniverse email - GallusAlliceUniverse@gmail.com (please note Allice with 2 L's)…
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In this powerful episode, we delve into the troubling misuse of legal actions by GreenSquareAccord (GSA) aimed at silencing the valid voices of their customers. Despite their public commitment to listening to tenants and leading the housing sector, GSA has initiated multiple legal cases to stifle criticism—both of which have been dismissed by the c…
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In this episode of the Housing Sector Podcast, we delve into the intricate connections between housing associations and political figures with Suz Muna from SHAC. We explore the strategic appointments of politicians like ex-housing minister Gavin Barwell to influential positions within housing associations, such as Clarion Housing Group. Despite po…
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In this episode, we sit down with Clair Southgate, a dedicated volunteer vicar and teaching assistant, who faces the heartbreaking reality of being forced to leave her home of over 20 years. Clair shares her story of receiving a sudden letter from GreenSquareAccord, informing her that her home would be sold, without any further communication for fi…
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Stan interviews author Jason Friedman about his new book, Liberty Street. Jason and his husband bought a townhouse on Liberty Street in his hometown of Savannah. But that was just the beginning of a remarkable journey: “It’s a house that came with a story: the rise and fall of a Southern Jewish family and a ghost story whose long-dead characters st…
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Stan’s guest this week is DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond, who talks about his new book, James Oglethorpe, Father of Georgia: A Founder’s Journey From Slave Trader to Abolitionist, published by the University of Georgia Press. Michael argues that Oglethorpe has never gotten credit for his pathbreaking efforts to keep slavery out of the Georgia c…
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Linda Broenniman knew little about her Hungarian heritage until a surprising revelation at the age of 27 changed everything. Discovering her Jewish roots and the heroic actions of her family members during the holocaust became a turning point in her quest to delve deeper into her family's past. With warmth and authenticity, Linda reflects on the pe…
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Stan’s guest this week is Jerry Grillo, author of Big Cat: The Life of Baseball Hall of Famer Johnny Mize. Mize was born in Demorest, Georgia, and played 15 seasons in Major League Baseball and won 5 World Series. https://www.deatonpath.georgiahistory.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/4-18-24.mp3Stan Deaton
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As a public historian, Fayge had always been interested in history. It wasn't until she moved to West Philadelphia, close to where her ancestors lived, that she began her search in earnest. Her exploration was also intertwined with her reconnection to Judaism, prompting a deeper desire to understand her family's story. Fayge shares how delving into…
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Why do the days of the week have their own particular feeling, and how did that happen? This week Stan’s guest is historian and author David Henkin from the University of California, Berkeley, discussing his book, The Week: A History of the Unnatural Rhythms that Made Us Who We Are. We take the seven-day week for granted, rarely asking what anchors…
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How do we hold institutions accountable for the sins of the past? In this podcast, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian David Blight of Yale University talks with Stan about his latest book, Yale and Slavery: A History, and how he and a team of researchers uncovered Yale’s historical involvement with slavery, the slave trade, abolition, and Jim Crow—an…
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Julie Pham, a Vietnamese boat person, shares her family's journey as refugees fleeing communism and establishing a new life in the United States. Through Julie's experiences and insights as a historian, listeners will explore the power of multiple truths, the push and pull factors of immigration, and the dynamics of being an insider and an outsider…
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Stan’s guest this week is Clayton Trutor, talking about his recent book Loserville, the winner of the Georgia Historical Society’s 2023 Bell Award for the best book in Georgia history published in 2022. Clayton discusses how Atlanta’s quest for professional sports franchises—the Braves, Falcons, Hawks, and Flames—re-shaped Atlanta and Georgia in th…
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Join Danielle and Galeet Dardashti as they share their journey of discovery to learn why their father's family left Iran during the Golden Age for Jews. With limited access to records to answer their questions, the sisters relied on interviewing over 85 individuals, including family members, scholars, and unexpected acquaintances. They have reconst…
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This week Stan’s guest is historian and author Elizabeth Varon from the University of Virginia discussing her latest book, Longstreet: The Confederate General Who Defied The South. She talks about the life and career of this most controversial Georgian, from whether “Longstreet was late” at Gettysburg, and how his post-war decision to support Radic…
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In retrospect, Elizabeth Keating wishes she would have used her skills as an anthropologist when she interviewed her mother about family history. To help others avoid her mistakes, Elizabeth shares how we can use interviews with living family members to uncover the everyday experiences and cultural nuances of previous generations. Elizabeth encoura…
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Stan’s guest this week is best-selling author Jeryn Turner, who discusses her writing life, her upbringing, books, and the inspiration behind her fulfilling life. https://www.deatonpath.georgiahistory.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/12-14-23.mp3Stan Deaton
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Stan brings out his over-used crying towel and reviews the inglorious end to the Dogs’ season, reviews the College Football Playoff mess, and looks ahead to next season. https://www.deatonpath.georgiahistory.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/12-7-23.mp3Stan Deaton
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Stan’s guest this week is renowned (and recovering) sociologist John Shelton Reed, who discusses his career, what’s still southern about the South, the Campaign for Real Barbecue, and writing country music lyrics. https://www.deatonpath.georgiahistory.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/11-29-23.mp3Stan Deaton
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Our conversation delves into the remarkable life of Vivien Sieber's Czech-born grandmother, who faced adversity and triumphs during World War II. From owning a cinema in Vienna to finding refuge in England and caring for girls who fled their families as part of the Kinder Transport, Vivien uncovers the intricacies of her family's history and shares…
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In this episode Stan brings out the crying towel and reviews the quick end to a glorious Braves season, offers his take on how to “fix” the playoffs, and looks ahead to next season. https://www.deatonpath.georgiahistory.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/10-20-23.mp3Stan Deaton
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This week Stan’s guest is Kevin Levin, author of the Civil War Memory Substack blog and one of the country’s foremost experts on the history and memory of the Civil War era, including the ongoing controversy surrounding Confederate monuments and debates concerning the teaching of slavery and race in the classroom. https://www.deatonpath.georgiahist…
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Stan’s guest this week is Dr. Jim Cobb of the University of Georgia, talking about his new biography of historian C. Vann Woodward, one of the most distinguished and important historians of the 20th century. https://www.deatonpath.georgiahistory.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/9-28-23.mp3Stan Deaton
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Stan’s guest this week is political scientist Sidney Milkis of the University of Virginia, who discusses his new book, What Happened to the Vital Center? Presidentialism, Populist Revolt, and the Fracturing of America. This is a wide-ranging discussion about American political history and the US Constitution. https://www.deatonpath.georgiahistory.c…
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All of your ancestors were perfect, right? Unfortunately, everyone has ancestors who disappoint us with their choices. In this episode, I talk about four ways we respond when we discover an ancestor made choices that hurt others. As we learn to be more open to putting our ancestors' choices into the context of their lives we can see them as real pe…
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In Stephanie Renée's story, there's an exploration of identity and belonging that resonates deeply. She began her journey seeking to fill in the gaps left by the early loss of her mother. Her path took an unexpected turn when she discovered her mother was adopted, leading her into the world of genetic genealogy. Despite the hurdles she faced, Steph…
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In this podcast Stan discusses the newly available Ed Jackson Collection at GHS, Freddie Mercury’s handwritten lyrics to “Bohemian Rhapsody,” Ed Ames’ tomahawk throw, and college students giving up their cellphones to take a vow of silence. https://www.deatonpath.georgiahistory.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/6-28-23.mp3…
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Annie Hartnett recently started exploring her family's connections to slave ownership, which took her on a transformative path of discovery. By doing so, Annie gained a deeper understanding of her roots, and as a result, developed an increasingly authentic relationship with herself, her country, and those around her. Fascinated by the forgotten sto…
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Jacqueline Jannotta's genealogy research uncovers a family history of mob ties and tragedy, revealing the ripple effects of trauma and the importance of understanding our shared humanity. Through her genealogical research, Jacqueline gained a greater understanding and compassion for her ancestors, particularly her tough, outspoken grandmother. The …
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