In this episode of the Pathlight HOME Team Podcast, we’re joined by Eric Gray, candidate for State Representative, District 35, for a conversation about homelessness, affordable housing, and the role our communities can play in addressing the housing crisis.

Eric joins Carl and Danny to discuss the potential role of boarding rooms as an affordable housing option, exploring both the opportunities and challenges that come with this approach. The conversation also looks at the shortage of affordable housing in Central Florida, the importance of supportive services, and why solutions to homelessness need to be rooted in community.

Together, they challenge the misconception that homelessness is someone else’s problem and discuss why the people experiencing homelessness are often our own neighbors, friends, and community members.

Tune in for a thoughtful conversation about housing, homelessness, and building stronger communities.

In this episode of The HOME Team Podcast, Carl and Danny explore the role businesses can play in addressing homelessness and why collaboration between businesses, nonprofits, government, law enforcement, and outreach providers is essential.

They discuss how businesses can respond to concerns about homelessness while also connecting individuals to the services, housing, employment, and support they need to move toward stability. The conversation also looks at the importance of communication, education, outreach, and coordination—and why ending homelessness is a shared responsibility.

Because when everyone understands their role and works together, we can create safer, stronger communities and meaningful pathways out of homelessness.

Listen now and join the conversation.

In Episode 10 of the Pathlight HOME Team Podcast, Carl and Danny tackle a complex and often controversial topic: panhandling.

What is the difference between passive and aggressive panhandling? Should panhandling be legal everywhere? And does giving money directly to someone experiencing homelessness help solve the problem—or simply provide temporary relief?

Carl and Danny take a look at both sides of the issue, discussing free speech, public safety, the impact on businesses, the criminalization of poverty, and alternatives communities have tried to address panhandling. They also explore why long-term solutions like affordable housing and supportive services can make a greater impact in helping people move from homelessness to stability.

Plus, they discuss a shift in the housing model for veterans in Tallahassee, highlight the NFL Alumni Association's work supporting children in underserved communities, answer listener questions, and recognize Michael Perkins of the Christian Service Center as this episode's Homelessness MVP.

As always, Carl and Danny bring their passion for football and their mission to end homelessness in Central Florida together for another four-quarter conversation.

🎧 Listen to Episode 10 of the Pathlight HOME Team Podcast and join the conversation.