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Lean In Olympia

Interfaith-works

Lean In Olympia, a monthly podcast that features conversations at the crossroads of humanity, justice, and belief.

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51:05

Chris' Journey

Lean In Olympia ·

2026/03/20

In this episode of Lean In, Chris Harnish reflects on his lived experience and the work of supporting people through housing, harm reduction, and community care at Sandy's Flats. This conversation explores how dignity, relationships, and understanding shape more effective responses to homelessness and addiction. If you like this podcast, please make sure to like, subscribe, and share with others. Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InterfaithWorksThurstonCountyWA

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52:42

Homeless Services

Lean In Olympia ·

2026/02/13

This month, Meg Martin talks with Brock Schafer and Denver Roth from Interfaith Works' Training Team about what it takes to support frontline staff serving people experiencing homelessness. The conversation explores training, harm reduction, community care, and how hope shows up in the day-to-day realities of this work. If you like this podcast, please make sure to like, subscribe, and share with others. Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InterfaithWorksThurstonCountyWA

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36:37

A Chat with Sergio's Staff

Lean In Olympia ·

2026/01/23

Guest host Ti'eri Lino is joined by Linnea Baier and Samuel Bubenzer to share what day-to-day work looks like at Sergio's Service Center, where people experiencing homelessness can access showers, laundry, and connections to care through local partnerships. They also speak to hazardous weather response, the realities and misconceptions of homelessness in Olympia, and the importance of showing up for our neighbors. If you like this podcast, please make sure to like, subscribe, and share with others

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46:59

Sandy's Flats

Lean In Olympia ·

2025/12/12

On this episode of Lean In Olympia Corey sits down with the Ivy Ayers, the Director of Administration at Interfaith Works. The two sit down for a discussion about the Sandy's Flats in Olympia. From its beginnings as a iconic motel to it's new life as a permanent supportive housing project operated by Interfaith Works. If you like this podcast, please make sure to like, subscribe, and share with others. Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InterfaithWorksThurstonCountyWA Instagram:

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40:13

A Discussion with Rio!

Lean In Olympia ·

2025/11/14

On this episode of Lean In Olympia Meg sits down with the President of the Sandy's Flats Resident Council, Rio Stevensen. The two sit down for a discussion about his life and journey from houselessness to now running Resident Council at the Sandy's Flats permanent supportive housing project. If you like this podcast, please make sure to like, subscribe, and share with others. Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InterfaithWorksThurstonCountyWA Instagram:

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04:27

Our Roots Run Deep | Russ Lidman

Lean In Olympia ·

2025/10/31

In celebration of Interfaith Works' 50th Anniversary, we collected stories from those who helped make this organization what it is today. These excerpts provide a glimpse of Interfaith Works as seen through the eyes and hearts of those moved by the efforts of IW. In this episode, Russ Lidman reflects on what got him involved in the ideal of social responsibility and how he became involved with Interfaith Works. How his faith's ideals of Charity and "Repair of the World" propelled him into community

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55:04

Olympia City Council Candidate Forum | Part One

Lean In Olympia ·

2025/10/03

In part one of this special Lean In Olympia, city council candidates Justin Stang and Paul Berendt discuss key issues facing Olympia, including public safety, police staffing, homelessness, mental health services, climate change, Tribal engagement, and community affordability. This forum offers voters a closer look at each candidate's vision and priorities for Olympia's future. Listen on the Go: Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/mu422nv4 Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/4c2c75cb Amazon Music:

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01:13:28

Olympia City Council Candidate Forum | Part Two

Lean In Olympia ·

2025/10/03

Part two of the Lean In Olympia candidate forum features city council candidates Clark Gilman, Robert Venderpool, Caleb Gieger, and Wendy Carlson to discuss pressing challenges in Olympia, including those surrounding substance use and mental health services, climate resilience, housing and transportation, Tribal engagement, and local governance. This forum offers voters a closer look at each candidate's vision and priorities for Olympia's future. Listen on the Go: Spotify:

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03:43

Our Roots Run Deep | Patrick LaVoillette

Lean In Olympia ·

2025/09/26

In celebration of Interfaith Works’ 50th Anniversary, we collected stories from those who helped make this organization what it is today. These excerpts provide a glimpse of Interfaith Works as seen through the eyes and hearts of those moved by the efforts of IW. In this episode, Patrick LaVoillette reflects on the struggles Interfaith Works faced in the early days. From issues on securing funding, to the struggles of balancing the differing dynamics and beliefs of different faith based

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16:05

Reflections | September Mini-sode!

Lean In Olympia ·

2025/09/12

Hey everyone! It's been a while. But we haven't gone anywhere. We're back with a quick update to tell you about some of the changes in the format to upcoming podcast episodes, as well as reflect a little on this past season. Stay tuned for more soon! Listen on the Go: Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/mu422nv4 Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/4c2c75cb Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/yxmuneum Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InterfaithWorksThurstonCountyWA

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Our Roots Run Deep | Meg Martin

Lean In Olympia ·

2025/08/29

In celebration of Interfaith Works’ 50th Anniversary, we collected stories from those who helped make this organization what it is today. These excerpts provide a glimpse of Interfaith Works as seen through the eyes and hearts of those moved by the efforts of IW. In this episode, the current Director of Integrative Services for Interfaith Works, Meg Martin shares her experiences, the struggles and triumphs, around working with the community to open the first permanent shelter in Olympia, and how the

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05:57

Our Roots Run Deep | Lawrence Naputi

Lean In Olympia ·

2025/07/25

In celebration of Interfaith Works' 50th Anniversary, we collected stories from those who helped make this organization what it is today. These excerpts provide a glimpse of Interfaith Works as seen through the eyes and hearts of those moved by the efforts of IW. In this episode, Lawrence Naputi shares some of his story. From receiving a permanent bed in the shelter, to now working at Sergio's to help others experiencing homelessness, by showing the same kindness, empathy, and care that was shown to

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07:38

Our Roots Run Deep | Kathy Erlandson

Lean In Olympia ·

2025/06/27

In celebration of Interfaith Works' 50th Anniversary, we collected stories from those who helped make this organization what it is today. These excerpts provide a glimpse of Interfaith Works as seen through the eyes and hearts of those moved by the efforts of IW. In this episode, former Executive Director of Interfaith Works, Kathy Erlandson (2000-2010) reflects on the first winter, when a member of her congregation suggested opening the church as an overnight shelter during the cold weather months,

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01:06:35

We All Belong Here

Lean In Olympia ·

2025/06/27

In this episode of Lean In Olympia, Corey sits down with writer and advocate Kevin Nye to explore the intersections of homelessness, public policy, faith, and human dignity. Kevin is the author of Grace Can Lead Us Home: A Christian Call to End Homelessness and joins us to discuss what it means to center grace, not merit, in how we serve unhoused communities. Don't forget to follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/InterfaithWorksThurstonCountyWA

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04:59

Our Roots Run Deep | Gary Warnock

Lean In Olympia ·

2025/05/09

In celebration of Interfaith Works' 50th Anniversary, we collected stories from those who helped make this organization what it is today. These excerpts provide a glimpse of Interfaith Works as seen through the eyes and hearts of those moved by the efforts of IW. In this episode, Thurston County Coroner Gary Warnock speaks to why, in 2014 in partnership with Interfaith Works, he initiated the Annual Day of Awareness in Thurston County to honor those who died, but who's remains where unclaimed. For

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Our Roots Run Deep | Danny Kadden

Lean In Olympia ·

2025/04/25

In celebration of Interfaith Works' 50th Anniversary, we collected stories from those who helped make this organization what it is today. These excerpts provide a glimpse of Interfaith Works as seen through the eyes and hearts of those moved by the efforts of IW. In this episode, the former Executive Director of Interfaith Works, Danny Kadden (2010-2018) shares how Interfaith stepped forward and began providing leadership on Homelessness in Thurston County. For more from Interfaith Works visit our

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01:03:54

Welcoming Without Conditions

Lean In Olympia ·

2025/04/18

Pastor Mark Rambo of First Baptist Church of Olympia shares a heartfelt journey through nearly three decades of ministry, community engagement, and radical hospitality. He reflects on the evolving challenges of homelessness, the church’s long-standing commitment to compassion, and its renewed partnership with Interfaith Works. Pastor Mark speaks candidly about hope, spiritual leadership, and what it means to welcome all with dignity. Watch this episode on our Youtube page:

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Our Roots Run Deep | Clark Gilman

Lean In Olympia ·

2025/03/28

In celebration of Interfaith Works' 50th Anniversary, we collected stories from those who helped make this organization what it is today. These excerpts provide a glimpse of Interfaith Works as seen through the eyes and hearts of those moved by the efforts of IW. In this episode, Olympia City Council Member Clark Gilman shares his experience volunteering with his church, First Christian Church, which hosted the Interfaith Works Emergency Overnight Shelter from 2015 to 2021, and the congregations

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50:18

Building Community and Hope

Lean In Olympia ·

2025/03/21

In this episode, Meg is joined by Ti'eri Lino, Director of Homeless Services at Interfaith Works, to dive into the incredible work happening at Sergio's, a community resource hub that offers vital services to those in need. Join us as we discuss the power of hope, community, and the difference these services make in people’s lives. Check out ways to get involved at https://www.iwshelter.org/get-involved.html Watch this episode on our Youtube page: youtube.com/@interfaithworksthurstoncou4970

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05:09

Our Roots Run Deep | Carol McKinley

Lean In Olympia ·

2025/03/01

In celebration of Interfaith Works' 50th Anniversary, we collected stories from those who helped make this organization what it is today. These excerpts provide a glimpse of Interfaith Works as seen through the eyes and hearts of those moved by the efforts of IW. In this episode, Reverend Carol McKinley shares the powerful "Moment of Blessing" ritual, created to transform sites of violence into spaces of peace and healing. Through this community-driven practice, individuals honor lost lives,

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