Season 6 Episode 12 – Atlanta Housing Crisis
Does anyone remember when Atlanta was dealing with their unhoused population, how one individual was bulldozed while sleeping in an encampment?
This episode explores Atlanta’s history with homelessness, especially around the 1996 Olympics, and discusses how the city has evolved its approach to housing and homelessness.
It offers practical resources and lessons for other cities preparing for major events.
Atlanta, a city renowned for its vibrant culture and historical significance, has a more complex narrative that unfolds beyond the celebratory memories of the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games. In this podcast newsletter, we delve into the pressing issue of homelessness that persists in the shadow of such monumental events.
