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Season 1Episode 351

Homeless Camp Sweeps Can Harm Health. Some Cities Are Trying a New Way.

Nov 20, 2025
25:47

Episode Description

Several cities and counties are addressing street homelessness with a new approach, which experts say can clear encampments while protecting the health of people who are forced to move.


Guests:

  • Josh Barocas, Associate Professor, University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine
  • Marc Dones, Policy Director, Benioff Homelessness and Housing Initiative, University of California San Francisco
  • Ryan Levi, Managing Editor, Tradeoffs
  • Matt Mahan, Mayor, City of San Jose
  • Jazmine Mapes
  • Peter Radu, Neighborhood Services Manager, City of Berkeley


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