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Straight Talk, No B.S.
with matthew's hope

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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.

Buying into The Lie of homelessness: Episode 32 of Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope
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Buying into The Lie of homelessness: Episode 32 of Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope

In Episode 32 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott, Shelley and Tracy discuss what it means to “buy into the lie.” Learn what the lie is, how it is perpetuated, how it impacts those in our community experiencing homelessness and what role you play in the equation. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #ministry #crisis #homelessawareness #thelie #florida #homelesscrisis

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Buying into The Lie of homelessness: Episode 32 of Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope
27:18

Buying into The Lie of homelessness: Episode 32 of Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope

In Episode 32 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott, Shelley and Tracy discuss what it means to “buy into the lie.” Learn what the lie is, how it is perpetuated, how it impacts those in our community experiencing homelessness and what role you play in the equation. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #ministry #crisis #homelessawareness #thelie #florida #homelesscrisis
Nicole Wilson addresses Florida's homeless crisis - Straight Talk, No BS - Episode 31 - Part II
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Nicole Wilson addresses Florida's homeless crisis - Straight Talk, No BS - Episode 31 - Part II

In Episode 31 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott is joined by Nicole Wilson, the current Orange County District 1 Commissioner and Deputy Mayor as well as Austin Arthur who is currently running for that same position. Both of our guests were asked the same questions, and the topics included their reaction to the new “anti-camping law” here in Florida, their awareness of the homeless crisis affecting our area and their ideas to help tackle the growing problem. In Part II, Nicole Wilson is our guest. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #ministry #crisis #homelessawareness #politics #politicians #countycommissioner #florida
Local Politicians and Candidates Discuss Central Florida's Homeless Crisis
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Local Politicians and Candidates Discuss Central Florida's Homeless Crisis

In Episode 31 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott is joined by Nicole Wilson, the current Orange County District 1 Commissioner as well as Austin Arthur who is currently running for that same position. Both of our guests were asked the same questions and the topics included their reaction to the new “anti-camping law” here in Florida, their awareness of the homeless crisis affecting our area and their ideas to help tackle the growing problem. In Part I, Austin Arthur is our guest. Stay tuned for the next episode which will feature Nicole Wilson. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #ministry #crisis #homelessawareness #orangecountycommissioner #politicians #politicians
Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope - Episode 30 - The Criminalization of Homelessness
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Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope - Episode 30 - The Criminalization of Homelessness

In Episode 30 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley discuss the criminalization of homelessness on the heels of a new Florida law that prevents those experiencing homelessness from camping or sleeping in public spaces. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #ministry #crisis #homelessawareness #HB1365 #rondesantis #florida #crime
Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope - Episode 29 - Why don't THEY just get a job?
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Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope - Episode 29 - Why don't THEY just get a job?

Some people think the homelessness crisis could be solved easily. Some say things like “why don’t THEY just get a job?” In Episode 29 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, you will learn why that is much easier said than done in most cases. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #ministry #crisis #homelessawareness
Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 28 - Hannah French, Porchlight Foundation
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Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 28 - Hannah French, Porchlight Foundation

In Episode 28 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Tracy are joined by Hannah Frenc, Executive Director of the Porchlight Foundation to discuss the impact of development on the area’s homeless population. They address the ripple effect of development and why Porchlight makes an effort to partner with organizations like Matthew’s Hope to mitigate the impact. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #ministry #crisis #homelessawareness
Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 27 - Cocoa Mayor Mike Blake
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Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 27 - Cocoa Mayor Mike Blake

In Episode 27 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Tracy and Pastor Scott are joined by Mayor Mike Blake of Cocoa, Florida. Hear how the Mayor is embracing Matthew’s Hope and working with them to help address the growing homeless crisis in Central Florida. There are no easy answers or quick fixes, but having these conversations is a huge first step towards creating solutions. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #ministry #crisis #homelessawareness
Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 26 - Why do we do this?
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Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 26 - Why do we do this?

In Episode 26 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley share what inspires them to continue the work they do despite all of the challenges they face. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #ministry #crisis #homelessawareness
Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 25 - Outreach Day
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Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 25 - Outreach Day

In Episode 25 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley share details of what an outreach day looks like at the Brevard campus. What systems they have developed and why. And why they strive to do everything with dignity and responsibility or not at all. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #ministry #crisis #homelessawareness
Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 24 - Day in the life
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Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 24 - Day in the life

In Episode 24 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley take us through the day-to-day challenges faced by those in our communities experiencing homelessness. Things that most of us take for granted become a constant string of crisis for those living on the street. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #ministry #crisis #homelessawareness
Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 23 - Growing Pains
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Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 23 - Growing Pains

In Episode 23 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley talk about the expansion taking place on their campuses. Why it is necessary but not necessarily a good thing. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #ministry #crisis #homelessawareness
Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 22 - Homeless Crisis and Politics
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Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 22 - Homeless Crisis and Politics

In Episode 22 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Scott and Shelley share what they learned during a recent visit to the Florida capitol in Tallahassee to meet with state legislatures. Hear why they were disappointed but not surprised and what you can do to help make sure the rising homeless crisis in our area gets the attention required. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #ministry #crisis #politics #tallahassee #legislature #politicians
Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 21 - Pastor Frankie
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Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 21 - Pastor Frankie

In Episode 21 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Scott and Shelley are joined by a special guest, Pastor Frankie. They cover how they met, how they have grown, their triumphs and their heartbreak from roughly a dozen years of friendship and working together to care for those in our communities experiencing homelessness. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty
Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 20 - Amendment 8
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Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 20 - Amendment 8

In Episode 20 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Scott and Shelley explain how amendment 8 relates to those experiencing homelessness. They also react to a wave of recent local ordinances outlawing camping in public spaces and call them out for what they really are, homeless laws. Plus, how shelters contribute to panhandling, and how money spent to incarcerate the homeless and mentally ill could be spent much more effectively. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty
Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 19 - 2024 Outlook
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Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope - Episode 19 - 2024 Outlook

In Episode 19 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley discuss the fact that the needs continue despite the “season of giving” being over. They also outline goals for the new year as well as actions they would like to see taken by our local, state, and federal officials to counter the growing homeless crisis here in central Florida. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty
Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope - Episode 18 - 2023 Year in Review
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Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope - Episode 18 - 2023 Year in Review

In Episode 18 of the Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope podcast Pastor Scott and Shelley share some of their most inspirational as well as some of their most challenging moments from 2023. We also revisit some of the most controversial topics we have covered on previous episodes including why Matthew’s Hope closes at Christmas. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty
Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope - Episode 17 - The Season of Giving
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Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope - Episode 17 - The Season of Giving

In Episode 17 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Scott and Tracy are joined by a local business owner and supporter of Matthew’s Hope to discuss the growing homeless crisis in Central Florida. In this season of giving, they also share how Matthew’s Hope strives to help those in need provide a Christmas for their families while keeping their dignity intact. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty
Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope - Episode 16 - Being Homeless at Thanksgiving
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Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope - Episode 16 - Being Homeless at Thanksgiving

In episode 16 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley discuss what Thanksgiving looks like for the men, women and families in our area that are experiencing homelessness. Plus, what the season of giving looks like for them and how you can help support their ministry while also checking names off of your gift-shopping list.
Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope - Episode 15 - Real Faces of Homelessness (John's Story)
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Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope - Episode 15 - Real Faces of Homelessness (John's Story)

In this episode of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope, Pastor Scott and Tracy are joined by John who is a graduate of the Moving Forward Program and now works at Matthew's Hope. John shares his story of how he found himself in a situation he never could have imagined and how hard work and the support of Matthew's Hope helped him to create the life that he is enjoying now. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #brevardcounty #inspiring #movingforward
Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope - Episode 14 - Hiding in Plain Sight
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Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope - Episode 14 - Hiding in Plain Sight

In Episode 14 of Straight Talk, No B.S. With Matthew’s Hope we discuss the idea of “hiding in plain sight.” By providing clothing, showers, haircuts and much more, Matthew’s Hope aims to help their guests blend in with the crowd. What are the benefits for their guests as well as for the community? And are there potential downsides? Listen to find out. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty
Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope - Episode 13 - Community Impact
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Straight Talk, No BS with Matthew's Hope - Episode 13 - Community Impact

This week Pastor Scott and Tracy are joined by Johnny Wiedmann of Wiedmann Roofing & Construction to discuss how Matthew's Hope has impacted the community surrounding its Brevard campus in ways you may not have expected. 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 misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty
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