8 episodes
Why I’m Homeless Morgan Mendez
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- Society & Culture
Stories of the homelessness—those currently in it, and those who have been homeless in the past.
Disclaimer:
- The individuals who have chosen to share their stories with me have agreed to sharing their story in a very public manner and may see the feedback you share. Please be kind with your comments/reviews/etc as they have chosen to share their very raw and sometimes embarrassing moments so openly.
If you or someone you know has experienced homelessness and would like to share your story, please reach out to me at morgan@whyimhomeless.com or visit www.whyimhomeless.com
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7. "I wasn't a bad guy...I was a sick guy"
Christian grew up in a loving home with loving parents who were very involved in the LDS church. It wasn't until Christian got married that things started to spiral for him. Ultimately, he didn't know how to cope with some of the things going on in his life...so he turned to drugs and alcohol. Today, he is an intake coordinator at a treatment center in Utah and doing really well, but it was a long path to get there.
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6. “I wonder what I would’ve been if my dad was around”
At a young age, Manny’s father left him and his family, leaving his mom to fend for the family and eventually lending Manny into the foster care system. After many stints in incarceration, Manny is still trying to get his life back on track, and has big dreams for his future.
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5. “This is the worst phone call of my life”
Crystal was raised in the foster care system from a very young age, until she became adopted by an abusive mother. Life as a teen was almost unbearable and it became clear to her that it’d be easier on her to live on the streets than to stay at home.
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4. “If you do that and you live, you gotta do something good”
Hugh grew up in a white middle class home and by all accounts, should have never wound up in the position he was—and still is in. But alcohol got the best of him, having gone down such a dark path, Hugh decided alcoholism is what would take his life…eventually. Until he recognized that he could change his life.
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3. Maybe I’m supposed to be here for something - (part 3 of 3)
Courtney and Matthew had different and difficult paths that would eventually lead them to each other. Most would advise them to not be together, but them meeting was what needed to happen for them to get their lives back on track.
This episode is part 3 of 3.
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If you or someone you know has a story of experienced homelessness, I would love to talk to you. Please reach out at morgan@whyimhomeless.com -
2. I thought he would fix me - (part 2 of 3)
At a very young age, Matthew decided it was time to leave his unstable home in search for something better. What he thought would give him satisfaction in life, wound him up in a deep hole that would be difficult to dig himself out of. But eventually, he makes it out on the other end…stay tuned for the final part of this 3 part series.
This episode is part 2 of 3.
If you like what you hear, please make sure to follow and review this podcast. Your support means the world.
If you or someone you know has a story of experienced homelessness, I would love to talk to you. Please reach out at morgan@whyimhomeless.com