Best Unaffordable Rent Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 92: How Housing Influences Transportation Choices with Adam Millard-Ball (Road Scholars pt. 2) 50:16

6d ago50:16

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Do people drive less because they live in buildings that don’t provide parking, or do they live in buildings that don’t provide parking because they drive less? That question has huge implications for how we build and rebuild our cities, yet researchers have struggled for decades to answer it conclusively. UCLA professor Adam Millard-Ball joins us …

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Ep 91: Neighborhood Change and Transit Ridership with Mike Manville (Road Scholars pt. 1) 51:40

21d ago51:40

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Many studies have looked at the effects of new transit infrastructure on housing prices, gentrification, and other neighborhood changes. But how does housing policy — specifically rising rents and worsening affordability — affect transit? Mike Manville takes the guest seat in the first episode of our four-part series on transportation research: Roa…

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Ep 90: How to Evaluate Zoning Reforms with Aaron Barrall pt. 2 1:04:34

1M ago1:04:34

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When a city proposes zoning changes, how do you know whether they’ll be effective? Aaron Barrall shares how we approached the problem in Los Angeles, with lessons for similar upzoning efforts around the world. This is the second episode in a two-part conversation. Show notes: Barrall, A., & Phillips, S. (2024). CHIPing In: Evaluating the effects of…

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Road Scholars Trailer 0:59

1M ago0:59

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By UCLA Lewis Center for Regional Policy Studies

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Ep 89: How to Evaluate Zoning Reforms with Aaron Barrall pt. 1 1:03:57

2M ago1:03:57

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When a city proposes zoning changes, how do you know whether they’ll be effective? Aaron Barrall shares how we approached the problem in Los Angeles, with lessons for similar upzoning efforts around the world. This is the first episode in a two-part conversation. Show notes: Barrall, A., & Phillips, S. (2024). CHIPing In: Evaluating the effects of …

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Ep 88: Improving Voucher Outcomes with Dionissi Aliprantis 1:07:57

2M ago1:07:57

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Helping people move to higher-opportunity neighborhoods requires knowing which neighborhoods are actually better. Are we any good at it? Dionissi Aliprantis shares his research on measuring neighborhood opportunity and the rent assistance program features that could meaningfully reduce racial segregation. Show notes: Aliprantis, D., Martin, H., & T…

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Ep 87: Rental Voucher Lease-Up Rates with Sarah Strochak 49:25

3M ago49:25

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Housing Choice vouchers help lower-income tenants pay rent, yet only about 60% of issued vouchers result in a successful lease-up. Sarah Strochak joins to share how lease-up rates vary for different groups and markets, and how reforming voucher policies could improve the lease-up process and get more people into affordable homes. Show notes: Ellen,…

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Ep 86: Where the Hood At? with Mike Lens 1:17:01

3M ago1:17:01

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How have conditions changed since 1970 in neighborhoods where Black residents are the largest racial or ethnic group? Mike Lens wrote a whole book on the subject: Where the Hood At? Fifty Years of Change in Black Neighborhoods. He takes the guest mic to share what he learned. Book summary: Substantial gaps exist between Black Americans and other ra…

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Investors Are Losing Thousands On Pre-Sales!! 8:24

4M ago8:24

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Selling Assignments are getting VERY difficult and a lot of sellers are taking losses on their deposits. In this video we break down WHY this is happening and also the opportunity this is creating for investors! 📞 Book a 15 Min Call with Cameron:⁠⁠https://calendly.com/cameronmanning/y...⁠⁠ 🎥 Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube: youtube.com@manningu…

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Ep 85: Wildfires, Displacement and Housing Prices with Hannah Hennighausen 58:57

4M ago58:57

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On January 7th, the Palisades and Eaton fires erupted in Los Angeles, killing dozens of people, displacing tens of thousands, and destroying more than 15,000 structures. What will this mean for housing affordability in the already-strained region? Hannah Hennighausen joins to share her research on the 2018 Camp Fire's effect on housing prices and m…

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7 Fundamental Skills To Succeed In Selling Real Estate 23:35

4M ago23:35

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Whether you are brand new or an experienced agent, sometimes it is good to go back to the basics!! These 7 Fundamental Skills once mastered will help you build a consistent business and get you off of the Sales Roller Coaster 🎢. 📞 Book a 15 Min Call with Cameron: ⁠https://calendly.com/cameronmanning/y...⁠ Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube: youtub…

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Ep 84: A Review of Rent Control Research with Konstantin Kholodilin 1:06:25

4M ago1:06:25

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Rent control is one of the most hotly debated housing policies, and also one of the most researched. Konstantin Kholodilin reviewed over 200 rent control studies, dating back decades and spanning six continents, and he joins us to give an overview of their results. Show notes: Kholodilin, K. A. (2024). Rent control effects through the lens of empir…

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Is It REALLY Better to Buy vs Rent??? 14:09

4M ago14:09

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Should you really look to buy a home, or should you rent and instead invest the money you save every month??? We take a deep dive into this topic and calculate if you can really make more money being a Renter Vs a Home Owner. Check out the calculator used in this episode built by Green Mortgage Team: https://www.greenmortgageteam.ca/Calculator/CAMo…

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PM Trudeau "Intends" To Resign... What does that mean for Canada? 9:19

5M ago9:19

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Justin Trudeau announced on Monday January 6, 2025 that he "intends" to resign! Is this what Canadian's really want? We break down what this resignation truly means for Canada and what to expect next! Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube: youtube.com@manninguponrealestate?sub_confirmation=1 Watch this episode via YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/wat…

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BC Home Flipping Tax in Effect! 12:44

5M ago12:44

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The BC Anti-Home Flipping Tax is NOW IN EFFECT!! In this episode we cover everything YOU Need to know tax wise in 2025 Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube: youtube.com@manninguponrealestate?sub_confirmation=1 Watch this episode via YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LAA5-eeMcSw Connect with Cameron through his socials: https://hoo.be/camerone…

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2025 Real Estate Predictions! What's Next For Canadian Real Estate? 17:55

5M ago17:55

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Is the Canadian housing market poised for a crash, a correction, or continued growth? The real estate landscape is constantly shifting, and predicting the future can feel like looking into a crystal ball. In this video, we're doing just that! We're diving deep into the factors that will shape the Canadian real estate market in 2025 and sharing our …

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Encore Episode: Family-Friendly Urbanism with Louis Thomas 1:07:15

5M ago1:07:15

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In most of the U.S., cities are for singles, roommates, and childless couples, and the suburbs are for raising kids. That’s not true of much of the rest of the world, and perhaps the nearest example of family-friendly urbanism can be found just a few miles to the north, in Vancouver, British Columbia. Vancouver’s under-15 population fell by one per…

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Iconic Brands That Defied Economic Downturns! 8:48

5M ago8:48

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We are in troubling times right now, but that doesn't have to be your story. Ever wonder how some of the biggest companies in the world got their start? Surprisingly, many were born during times of economic hardship! In this video, we explore the incredible stories of iconic brands that not only survived but thrived during recessions and depression…

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Bank Of Canada Cuts Rates Again! What is Next for the Canadian Economy? 10:05

6M ago10:05

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The Bank of Canada has made its latest rate decision, but what does it mean for the Canadian economy? Join us as we break down the implications of this decision and explore what's next for Canada's economy. Mixed with a GST holiday & Cash Rebate what will the future hold. From inflation to interest rates, we'll dive into the key takeaways and what …

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Ep 83: Local Effects of Upzoning with Simon Büchler and Elena Lutz 1:01:15

6M ago1:01:15

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Urban upzonings have been rare across the world, and many of the most significant occurred only in the past 5–10 years or less. One exception is the canton of Zurich, Switzerland, where cities and towns have been relaxing land use restrictions for over 25 years. Simon Büchler and Elena Lutz share their research on the long-term effects of these ref…

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Vancouver Tops Most Unaffordable Housing Market List 2024 10:02

6M ago10:02

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New report from Wowa.ca ranked Vancouver as the MOST UNAFFORDABLE housing market in North America. This report is based on the median household income compared to average home prices. We are no strangers to the issues that plague Vancouver, and in this episode, Cameron breaks down issues with the income, housing policy and immigration surge that ha…

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How To Get Remotivated To Succeed 16:48

6M ago16:48

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Losing your motivation SUCKS! No doubt about it! So what can you do? How do you get remotivated when you've lost your motivation? In this episode Cameron shares what has helped him when he's lost his motivation and how he regains it to stay on track with his goals. Books Recommended:Sell It Like Serhant: https://a.co/d/9PUwMkvThe One Thing: https:/…

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Ep 82: Lessons From the UK Housing Shortage with Anthony Breach 1:03:14

6M ago1:03:14

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What happens to housing quality and affordability when any proposed development can be vetoed? Can the public sector reliably deliver most of the housing that people need? If it can, should it? Ant Breach shares insights from the Centre for Cities’ report on the United Kingdom’s homebuilding crisis. Show notes: Watling, S., & Breach, A. (2023). The…

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Trouble With Closing / Selling Pre-Sale Condos in 2024 15:12

6M ago15:12

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In this episode of Manning Up After Dark, Cameron covers the issues facing investors who purchased Pre-Sale Condos in 2022.... Let's just say it isn't pretty! The market is a complete Dumpster Fire right now and you just have to listen in to find out what is happening to Pre-Sale Investors Closing NOW! And what you have to do to be prepared to clos…

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Why Rent Control Cause A Housing Crisis In BC 10:19

6M ago10:19

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In this episode of the Podcast, Cameron covers why he feels the BC government has caused the Rental Housing Crisis due to Rent Control. When you have too much government intervention in a free market, it causes markets to over correct as we have seen in BC. What do you feel contributed to the rental housing issues in BC? Subscribe to the podcast on…

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Ep 81: How New Zealand Passed Its Ambitious Zoning Reforms with Eleanor West 1:10:55

7M ago1:10:55

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In a previous episode we discussed Auckland’s unprecedented upzoning and its effect on housing production and land prices. This time we’re joined by Eleanor West to talk about the political, social, and economic conditions that made the reforms possible — not only in Auckland, but across New Zealand. Show notes: West, E. (2024). Up-zoning New Zeala…

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Trump Elected | Feds Cut Rates? Will Bank of Canada Follow? 14:04

7M ago14:04

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The US just had their Federal Election, then an Interest Rate Cut from the US Fed. So much happening... Will the Bank of Canada Follow Suit? We cover this and a complete overview of the October market stats. Lastly, we answer the age old questions. Should you wait for Spring to Sell or should you list in December?? Subscribe to the podcast on YouTu…

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BC Election Update: NDP expected to form Majority Government 18:28

7M ago18:28

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BC NDP expected for form a majority government pending final judicial count on November 7 & 8th. We cover what it will mean for the province of British Columbia, what David Eby's plans are for helping home buyers and also we cover Pierre Poilievre's comittment if he gets elected to remove GST from new homes built in Canada under $1 Million. Subscri…

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Ep 80: Inclusionary Housing Goes International with Anna Granath Hansson 58:38

7M ago58:38

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Inclusionary zoning policies are commonly used to produce affordable housing and “social mix” in the U.S., but what about in Europe, where public housing and strong social welfare programs have historically met those needs? Anna Granath Hansson shares research on emerging inclusionary housing policies in the Scandinavian countries of Sweden, Norway…

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BC Election Updates / Interest Rate Announcements | What you need to know! 14:50

7M ago14:50

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BIG NEWS was happening this week! In this episode of the Manning Up After Dark, we talk about the BC Election and the lack of formal results. Recounts start on October 26th and mail in ballots will also be counted! We also talk about what the most recent Interest Rate Announcement and what it will mean to you as either a Seller or a Buyer. This is …

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Beyond the Headlines: The Real Story of BC's Housing Market 25:36

7M ago25:36

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In this inaugural episode of the Manning Up After Dark, we do a dive deep into the complexities of BC's housing market, going beyond the sensational headlines to uncover the true trends and underlying factors driving the market. We'll discuss the challenges facing buyers, sellers & investors, the impact of government policies, and the potential fut…

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Ep 79: Who Pays For Inclusionary Zoning with Shane Phillips 1:07:20

7M ago1:07:20

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Inclusionary zoning policies use the market to produce affordable housing, but nothing comes for free. So who pays? Shane takes the guest seat to discuss his analysis of IZ in Los Angeles, making the case that it’s not developers or high-income renters who bear the cost, but all renters — poor, middle income, and wealthy alike. Show notes: Phillips…

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Encore Episode: Inclusionary Zoning with Emily Hamilton 1:05:34

8M ago1:05:34

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Cities have lived with exclusionary zoning for decades, if not generations. Is inclusionary zoning the answer? Inclusionary zoning, or IZ, requires developers to set aside a share of units in new buildings for low- or moderate-income households, seeking to increase the supply of affordable homes and integrate neighborhoods racially and socioeconomi…

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Decoding the Canadian Real Estate Market: Insights from the 2024 Keyspire Summit 24:28

8M ago24:28

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Join us for a special episode as we dive deep into the Canadian real estate market with some of the industry's leading experts. Recorded live from the 2024 Keyspire Real Estate Summit in Toronto, Ontario, this episode features insightful interviews with Natasha Phipps, Don Mackey, Tyler Walbourne, Luc Lising, and more. Discover the latest trends, c…

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Encore Episode: Market-Rate Development and Neighborhood Rents with Evan Mast 46:53

8M ago46:53

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We’ve long known that building more homes helps keep prices in check at the regional or metro area level, but what about the house down the street? Evan Mast shares two research studies that shed light on this important and controversial question. Originally aired in 2021. Updated show notes. Show notes: Mast, E. (2023). JUE Insight: The effect of …

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Ep 78: Building Height and Construction Costs with Anthony Orlando 1:03:46

9M ago1:03:46

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Building taller lets us fit more homes on valuable urban land, but more homes doesn’t necessarily mean more affordable. Anthony Orlando joins to share his research on why taller isn’t always better — and the circumstances where it definitely is. Show notes: Eriksen, M. D., & Orlando, A. W. (2022). Returns to scale in residential construction: The m…

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Ep 77: Upzoning With Strings Attached with Jacob Krimmel and Maxence Valentin 1:00:06

9M ago1:00:06

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Changing zoning rules to allow taller and denser buildings may cause land values to go up, and public officials may try to “capture” this added value by requiring affordable units in new developments. But what happens when costs and benefits are out of balance? Seattle offers a cautionary tale. Show notes: Krimmel, J., & Wang, B. (2023). Upzoning W…

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Mastering the New Market: 25 Essential Skills for Real Estate Agents 1:48:54

10M ago1:48:54

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In this episode, we explore the 25 crucial skills every real estate agent needs to thrive in today’s rapidly changing market. From digital marketing savvy to data-driven decision-making, and from mastering virtual communication to leveraging your database, we’ll cover the essential strategies and techniques that can set you apart from the competiti…

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Ep 76: How Housing Supply Responds to Rising Demand with Nathaniel Baum-Snow 1:05:03

10M ago1:05:03

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When the demand for housing rises, which kinds of neighborhoods respond by building more homes, and which just get more expensive? Nathaniel Baum-Snow joins to discuss his research on the different responses of urban, suburban, and exurban neighborhoods, and the many forms “supply” can take. Show notes: Baum-Snow, N., & Han, L. (2024). The Microgeo…

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Ep 75: Segregating the Built Environment with Ann Owens 1:00:11

10M ago1:00:11

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We often talk about residential segregation by race or income, but we rarely explore it in the literal sense — as in segregation of residences: of one kind of housing from another. Ann Owens joins to discuss her research on how segregation manifests itself in our built environment in cities and neighborhoods across the U.S. Show notes: Owens, A. (2…

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Ep 74: Racial (and Spatial) Disparities in Rental Assistance with Andrew Fenelon 53:07

11M ago53:07

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Black households make up a disproportionate share of rent assistance recipients. Andrew Fenelon discusses how a “two-tiered approach to housing support" favoring white homeowners helped create the disparity. Show notes: Fenelon, A. (2024). Race, housing policy, and the demographic and spatial structure of modern housing programs: Who receives renta…

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Ep 73: French For-Profit Social Housing Developers with Julie Pollard 1:07:05

11M ago1:07:05

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Before the 2000s, French real estate developers were prohibited from building social housing. Today, they build more than half of it. Julie Pollard shares how two seemingly unrelated policies came together to make this rapid shift possible. Show notes: Pollard, J. (2023). The political conditions of the rise of real-estate developers in French hous…

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Ep 72: Notes on Tokyo’s Housing, Land Use, and Urban Planning with Shane Phillips 1:00:32

12M ago1:00:32

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In this episode, Shane combines insights from a recent trip to Tokyo with official data on housing production, affordability, land use policy, and more. Show notes: Twitter thread of photos and observations during my trip. Episode 16 of the UCLA Housing Voice Podcast with Jiro Yoshida, on Japanese Housing Policy Japanese population by prefecture. J…

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Ep 71: How China Created a Housing Market with Lan Deng 1:08:06

1y ago1:08:06

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Each year, more money is invested in China's housing market than any other. Lan Deng shares how the market was shaped and the heavy role the government still plays, and what housing in China looks like today. Show notes: Deng, L., & Chen, J. (2019). Market development, state intervention, and the dynamics of new housing investment in China. Journal…

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Encore Episode: Japanese Housing Policy with Jiro Yoshida 1:03:02

1y ago1:03:02

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For this episode, we take a trip to Tokyo to learn from the successes and shortcomings of Japanese housing policy. Known for high rates of production — Tokyo builds five times more housing than California, per capita — and relatively affordable housing, Japan also struggles with poor maintenance and rapid degradation of its buildings. Professor Jir…

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Ep 70: Overcoming Resistance to Density with David Kaufmann and Michael Wicki 1:11:38

1y ago1:11:38

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What makes people more or less supportive of dense housing in their communities? David Kaufmann and Michael Wicki surveyed 12,000 residents in six of the largest U.S. and European cities to find out. Show notes: Wicki, M., Hofer, K., & Kaufmann, D. (2022). Planning instruments enhance the acceptance of urban densification. Proceedings of the Nation…

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Ep 69: Low-Income Housing and 'Crowd Out' with Michael Eriksen 57:23

1y ago57:23

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Subsidized affordable housing development reduces costs for lower-income households directly. It also reduces costs indirectly, by increasing the overall supply of housing — or does it? Michael Eriksen joins to discuss the issue of “crowd out” in affordable housing production. Show notes: Eriksen, M. D., & Rosenthal, S. S. (2010). Crowd out effects…

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Ep 68: Summarizing the Research on Homelessness with Janey Rountree (Pathways Home pt. 8) 1:08:25

1y ago1:08:25

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In this final installment of the Pathways Home series on homelessness policy and research, we discuss lessons and key takeaways from the previous seven episodes with our UCLA colleague, Janey Rountree. Show notes: Click here to find all eight episodes of the Pathways Home limited series on homelessness. Blackwell, B., & Santillano, R. (2023). Do Ti…

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Ep 67: How We Cut Veteran Homelessness By Half with Monica Diaz and Shawn Liu (Pathways Home pt. 7) 1:03:22

1+ y ago1:03:22

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Since 2009, homelessness among U.S. veterans has fallen by more than half. Among the overall population, it hasn’t budged. Monica Diaz and Shawn Liu of the Department of Veterans Affairs share some of the story behind the VA's success. Show notes: Read more about the VA Homeless Programs Office at their website. Khadduri, J., de Sousa, T., Andrichi…

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Ep 66: Chronic Homelessness and Housing First with Tim Aubry (Pathways Home pt. 6) 1:10:54

1+ y ago1:10:54

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The Housing First approach starts with providing homes to chronically unhoused people, but it doesn’t stop there — and that’s what makes it so effective. Tim Aubry shares findings from a major Housing First study and the keys to a successful program. Show notes: Goering, P., Veldhuizen, S., Watson, A., Adair, C., Kopp, B., Latimer, E., Nelson, G., …

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