Rhode Island's Hidden Homeless

Rhode Island's Hidden Homeless

Author: Bill Bartholomew May 28, 2026 Duration: 22:54
Send us Fan Mail This episode dives into the often overlooked dimension of homelessness—doubling up—and its profound impact on housing insecurity. Molly Richard, Assistant Professor of Public Health at the University of Rhode Island, sheds light on how hidden homelessness skews data, affects policy, and requires targeted solutions. In this episode: What doubling up is and how it differs from traditional definitions of homelessness.The challenges in measuring hidden homelessness and the tr...

Every day, Bill Bartholomew sits down to make sense of the local landscape, turning the complex rhythms of Rhode Island into clear conversation. This isn't a distant national broadcast; it's a grounded, daily look at the news, politics, and commentary that directly shape life in the Ocean State. On Bartholomewtown, you'll hear interviews with the people driving local change, analysis of the decisions made at the State House, and frank discussions about community issues that often fly under the radar. The tone is engaged and curious, cutting through noise to find substance. By focusing intently on Rhode Island, this podcast reveals how broader political and social currents manifest right outside your door. It’s for anyone who wants to move beyond headlines and feel more connected to the immediate world around them. Tune in for a consistent, thoughtful take on what’s happening now, delivered with the familiarity and depth of a trusted local source.
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