Season 2, episode 24: an affront to Zeus
“Homelessness is being a quick change artist in the McDonald’s restroom at 6 AM.”
—Sarai Waters
Once upon a time, it was unthinkable to turn away a stranger in need. Today, Sarai Waters talks about being homeless, and brings to light a sector of society in need of hospitality.
Show notes:
Bay Area Council Economic Institute’s report “Bay Area Homelessness: A Regional View of a Regional Crisis”
Vox's in-depth look that humanizes the Bay Area housing Crisis
Forbes The American Cities with the Highest Homeless Population in 2019 [Infographic]
Understanding Hidden Homelessness from Homeless Hub
“The Odyssey: Be Our Guest with Xenia” from Classical Wisdom
Medieval Meandering’s look into the examples of Xenia in Homer’s Odyssey
Definition of Xenia from Dr. Jacob Klein
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