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Straight Talk, No B.S., with Matthew"s Hope presented by Imagine Marketing

Matthew"s Hope and We Are Winter Garden

Pastor Scott and Shelley share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida’s Orange and Brevard Counties to raise awareness and tackle some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America.

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29:06

FAQs about the Unhoused

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2025/04/07

In Episode 73 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, presented by Imagine Marketing, Pastor Scott and Shelley answer a number of frequently asked questions that they often hear about the guests they serve.Aren’t they all drug addicts? Aren’t they dangerous? Aren’t they all just lazy? Aren’t they all crazy? These are just a few of the questions they often hear from people that are uninformed or misinformed about those experiencing homelessness. This episode is your chance to learn the

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27:30

Matthew's Hope FAQs

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2025/03/31

In Episode 72 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, presented by Imagine Marketing, Pastor Scott and Shelley share some of the most frequently asked questions they receive about Matthew’s Hope.What exactly is Matthew’s Hope? Is Matthew’s Hope s shelter? Is it dangerous to work at Matthew’s Hope interacting with so many people experiencing homelessness? How is Matthew’s Hope funded? Learn the answers to those questions and many more in this episode. Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and

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51:05

Transformation Village with Tim McKinney

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2025/03/24

“You’re likelihood to success or fail was based on where you were born, and it just didn’t seem ok.” ~Tim McKinneyIn Episode 71 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, presented by Imagine Marketing, Tracy and Pastor Scott are joined by Tim McKinney, CEO of United Global Outreach. Tim shares details about his efforts to transform the community of Bithlo in East Orange County, Florida after decades of neglect and lawlessness that created a forgotten wasteland of hazardous materials and

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26:38

People, not Pigeons

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2025/03/17

“They’re people, not pigeons.”In Episode 70 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, presented by Imagine Marketing, Pastor Scott and Shelley react to a viewer’s comment from a previous episode as well as current news regarding the dehumanization of those experiencing homelessness.Hear their reaction to a recent news story out of Salt Lake City pertaining to the mutilation of a deceased person’s body by a group of police officers. What a population is seen as less than human it becomes easier

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28:59

Sleeper Buses

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2025/03/10

In Episode 69 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, presented by Imagine Marketing, Pastor Scott and Shelley share the details of an exciting new program which will allow them to provide safe and comfortable overnight shelter to those in our communities with the most need.Through strategic partnerships, they are converting several tour buses into sleeper buses, resembling an Amtrak train sleeper car. Find out how this is being made possible, what the logistics will be and how there is

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31:30

Mental Health and Homelessness with Dr. Tammy Findlay

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2025/03/03

“People shun people without even knowing their story.” ~ Dr. FindlayIn Episode 68 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, presented by Imagine Marketing, Pastor Scott is joined by Dr. Tammy Findlay who is the Mental Health Counselor for the Brevard Campus of Matthew’s Hope. Dr. Findlay shares insights about the relationship between mental health and homelessness. She addresses some of the stereotypes and stigmas that are often associated with both. Why do we view and address mental health

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38:31

Churches and Homelessness

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2025/02/24

“The church… has turned into something I simply do not understand.” ~Pastor ScottIn Episode 67 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, presented by Imagine Marketing, Pastor Scott and Shelley discuss the role that churches play, or don’t play, in helping those in our communities experiencing homelessness.Many may assume that churches would be first in line to raise money, volunteer spaces or donate services to organizations like Matthew’s Hope, but they would be incorrect. There are

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31:19

Federal Funding Freeze Fallout

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2025/02/17

“We have all kinds of collateral damage.”In Episode 66 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, presented by Imagine Marketing, Pastor Scott and Shelley share their reactions to the recent Federal Funding Freeze announced by the White House and how it impacts their ability to continue serving the unhoused in our communities.The abrupt halt on federal grants and loans created widespread confusion across the government, Congress, state programs and non-profit organizations that rely on that

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31:13

Shelter from the Cold

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2025/02/10

Shelter from the Storm.In Episode 65 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, presented by Imagine Marketing, Pastor Scott and Shelley discuss how they recently opened the doors of their campuses as cold shelters during a recent Florida cold snap. Several dozen people die of exposure each year in Central Florida. Learn how they determined they would need to step up, the resources required, and how the community and several churches came forward to help. You may also be surprised to learn how

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49:30

Real Faces of Homelessness (Donnie Update)

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2025/02/03

“People are not numbers.” ~Pastor ScottIn Episode 64 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope presented by Imagine Marketing, Pastor Scott and Shelley revisit the story of one of their guests named Donnie and share some very exciting news about his future. Without the support of Matthew’s Hope and their donors, Donnie very easily could have died alone on the street. Find out where is he today and how his life has been transformed. Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their

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34:06

What would we let Jesus do?

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2025/01/27

“What would we let Jesus do?”In Episode 63 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley discuss how Jesus might be treated if he found himself on the street in modern-day Florida. The intersection of politics and religion as well as the irony often associated with them.Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida's Orange and Brevard Counties in order to raise awareness and tackle some of the biggest

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25:47

2025 Outlook

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2025/01/06

In Episode 62 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope presented by Imagine, Pastor Scott and Shelley discuss what 2025 may look like for Matthew’s Hope and the guests they serve. From fears and concerns surrounding the implementation of Florida’s anti-camping law to expectations for the incoming administration, find out how these issues may impact you and your community. Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida's Orange

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33:02

2024 Year in Review

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2024/12/23

“There’s nothing better than to see that light go back on in somebody’s life” ~Pastor ScottIn Episode 61 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope presented by Imagine Marketing, Pastor Scott and Shelley share some of their most memorable, most challenging, and most inspiring stories from 2024. Guests that made an impact of them and their staff, guests they were able to make an impact on, and one particular guest that is about to take another huge step in their journey towards independence and

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28:01

"You came back."

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2024/12/09

“You came back.”In Episode 60 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley share how their guests are sometimes surprised to see their mobile teams return and exclaim “you came back.”During the Season of Giving many people are moved to give of their time, talents and treasures but once the new year begins most return to their normal routines. But the need of Matthew’s Hope and their guests continues throughout the year. Building trust by learning their guests’ names and

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23:46

The Season of Giving and Matthew's Hope

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2024/12/02

In Episode 59 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley describe some of the ways that you can help support their ministry during this Season of Giving. But more importantly, why they need support all throughout the year and not just during these few months when giving is on peoples' minds.Plus, some of the challenges our area’s unhoused population will be facing during Florida’s Winter months and how you can help by donating specific items. Each week, Pastor Scott,

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24:13

Thanksgiving for the Unhoused

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2024/11/25

In Episode 58 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley discuss what Thanksgiving week looks like for many of the people they serve. The emotions of reconnecting briefly with family or the loneliness of not having anyone to share the holiday with. Learn how sometimes the families of the guests they serve aren’t even aware that their loved one is experiencing homelessness. Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless

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22:44

Hiding the Homeless in Plain Sight

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2024/11/18

In Episode 57 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley discuss their goal of hiding their homeless guests in plain sight. Find out what that means, how it benefits their guests and how it benefits the surrounding community. You may be surprised by the one downside as well.Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida's Orange and Brevard Counties in order to raise awareness and tackle some of the

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45:08

Meet Matthew's Hope

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2024/11/11

In Episode 56 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley introduce themselves and share what paths lead them to working together. Learn what inspired Pastor Scott to start Matthew’s Hope 14 years ago and what inspired Shelley to stop pursuing a career in law enforcement in favor of working with Scott. Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida's Orange and Brevard Counties to raise awareness and

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36:39

Moving Forward

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2024/11/04

In Episode 55 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley explain what they mean when they say, “moving forward” or refer to their “Moving Forward Program.”Learn what commonalities are shared by every guest interaction but also why individualization is so important when helping someone move forward towards a life of independence and self-sustainability.Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida's

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58:17

Politics and Homelessness with Barbie Harden Hall for...

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2024/10/28

In Episode 54 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Tracy are joined by Barbie Harden Hall who is currently running for the U.S. House to represent Florida’s 11th Congressional District. Hear her take on central Florida’s growing homeless crisis and what she would like to see done about it. Plus, learn the story of her personal tragedy which inspired her to step up and try to make a difference. Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from

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