Podcasts by Our Community, Our Mission

Ep #114 - Leadership Transition Q&A from 2022-02-22T13:00

In this episode, Miriam Krehbiel, Senior Director of Supportive Services, interviews Barry and La Manda about the recent announcement of Barry passing the torch of Executive Director to La Manda...

Ep #113 - The Heart of Distribution Services from 2022-02-16T11:00

In this episode, we visit with Kay Ireland, Director of Distribution Services, and Mike Schoettle, Assistant Director of Distribution Services, about how their team serves the community, the imp...

Ep #112 - Meet Reden&Dina from 2022-02-08T14:00

In this episode, we visit with Reden & Dina Jalosjos, about their journey from the Philippines to Topeka, their growing construction and property management business, and their desire to ble...

Ep #111 - Caring for Our First Flock from 2022-02-01T13:00

In this episode, Barry, La Manda, Miriam, and Kaillee, discuss the importance of caring for our  employees and volunteers, what that looks like in different capacities, and ways of building joy ...

Ep #110 - Meet Mike Kagay from 2022-01-25T13:00

In this episode we visit with Shawnee County District Attorney, Mike Kagay, about what led him to become a prosecutor, his desire to help preserve innocence, as well as his heart for the most vu...

Ep #109 - Value of Relationship from 2022-01-18T13:00

In this episode, we visit with Doug Hinkle and Doug Burleigh about their work with important leaders across the globe and the importance of relational, not transactional, connection!

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Ep #108 - Restoring Hope from 2022-01-11T13:00

In this episode, we visit with Terry Hund, Senior Director of Human Trafficking Intervention, and Rachel Flenniken, Human Trafficking Interventions Strategic Development  Coordinator, about how ...

Ep #107 - Moving Forward: 2022 from 2022-01-05T13:00

In this episode, Barry, La Manda, and Miriam take a look back at the challenges and successes of 2021 while also looking forward to the future for 2022!

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Ep #106 - A Special Christmas Guest from 2021-12-21T13:00

In this episode, we visit with Chris Wagner, Topeka Public Schools Child Nutrition Specialist, about his heart to make sure kids don't go hungry and his faith that leads him. As well as vis...

Ep #105 - Law&Love: Behind the Scenes of Shelter Services from 2021-12-14T13:00

In this episode we visit with Christian Stringfellow, Director of Men's Services, and Debra Sabb, Director of Hope Center, to take a behind the scenes look at TRM's Shelter Services, h...

Ep #104 - Meet Dr. Aarion Gray from 2021-12-07T13:00

In this episode, we visit with Topeka Public School's Director of Instructional Services and TRM Board Member, Dr. Aarion Gray, to hear about his extensive background in education, his work...

Ep #103 - Stories of Outreach from 2021-12-01T14:00

In this episode, we visit with Kim Williams-Gaston, Valeo Behavioral Health Care's HOPE Team Leader, and Jenny Falk, Senior Director of Homeless Outreach & Director of MAP Operations, a...

Ep #102 - Others from 2021-11-23T14:00

In this episode, we visit with Erika McNeill,  Engagement Coordinator for Envista Credit Union, about the Envista Cares Challenge, how it helps organizations in the community, and the importance...

Ep #101 - United for Christmas from 2021-11-16T14:00

In this episode, we visit with our friends from United Way, Jessica Lehnherr (CEO) and Brett Martin (Vice President of Community Impact) about what the Christmas Bureau is, how it helps families...

Ep #100 - Meet Holton Witman from 2021-11-09T13:00

In our 100th episode, we visit with TRM's new Assistant Director of Street Reach, Holton Witman, about his journey leading up to working at TRM and his continued desire to serve the homeles...

Ep #99 - Meet Keegen&Marcus from 2021-11-03T12:00

In this episode, we visit with two of our Facilities & Security staff, Keegen Funnell & Marcus Molinar, about their critical work that keeps the Mission operating, their stories that bro...

Ep #98 - Understanding the Value of Pets in the Lives of the Homeless from 2021-10-18T13:00

In this episode, we visit with Matt Baldwin from Valeo Behavioral Health Care, and Dr. Allison Crow, volunteer veterinarian, about their work caring for our unsheltered friend's pets, their...

Ep #97 - Friends from Seattle from 2021-10-12T13:00

In this episode we visit with Brian Chandler and Dan Nordblad from Seattle's Union Gospel Mission about their research project of other missions across America, why they picked TRM,  and ho...

Ep #96 - Taking OFS to DC from 2021-10-05T12:00

In this episode we visit with Marissa Dake and Kourtney Barr about their amazing opportunity to take what we learned through Operation Food Secure and share its impact on our community to those ...

Ep #95 - Behind the Board: Meet Mike Rinehart from 2021-09-28T12:00

In this episode, we visit with Mike Rinehart, Treasurer of the TRM Board of Directors, about his story and heart in coming on the TRM board, as well as his desire to seek where the Lord is leadi...

Ep #94 - Go Serve from 2021-09-14T12:00

In this episode, we visit with Tim Hughes, Lead Pastor of Grace Point Church, about their involvement with TRM and the Mobile Access Partnership Program, their work serving alongside other organ...

Ep #93 - Overseeing God's Kitchen from 2021-08-31T12:00

In this episode, we visit with Chef Sean Hall and Chef Sally Herrera from the TRM Food Services Program to learn about the art of culinary arts and how food can be a wonderful vehicle to gaining...

Ep #92 - Loving Those Who are Worth It from 2021-08-25T12:00

In this episode we visit with Mark DeGroff (Director of Street Reach), Haleigh Hipsher (Asst. Director of Street Reach), and Jenny Falk (Executive Assistant), about their work with Street Reach ...

Ep #91 - Behind the Scenes: Meet Josh Turley from 2021-08-17T13:00

In this episode, we visit with Josh Turley, TRM Creative Communications Director, the man behind the scenes making things happen. Hear about his heart for the Mission and telling its story throu...

Ep #90 - Cornerstone of Topeka from 2021-08-11T13:00

In this episode we visit with Chris Palmer, Cornerstone Executive Director, and Dora Coronel, Cornerstone Housing/Property Manager, about their work providing affordable and transitional housing...

Ep #89 - Hope at the Center: Meet Sharisse Verser from 2021-08-03T11:00

In this episode, we visit with Sharisse Verser, Assistant Director of the Hope Center, about her reason for serving those in need, a particularly special instance working with a guest, and how s...

Ep #88 - Going Deeper: Meet Chris Stewart from 2021-07-27T14:00

In this episode, we visit with Chris Stewart, Director of The Bridge of Topeka, about the purpose of The Bridge and how it got started, the importance of building deeper relationships with kids ...

Ep #87 - Meet Kevin Swift from 2021-07-20T14:00

In this episode, we visit with Kevin Swift, TRM Board Member and Realtor with Realty Professionals of Topeka, about his nearly 30 years experience as a realtor, thoughts on the current housing m...

Ep #86 - Ambassador of Hope: Meet Dr. Tiffany Anderson from 2021-07-13T13:00

In this episode, we visit with Dr. Tiffany Anderson, Topeka USD 501 Superintendent, about her work as Superintendent in Jennings, MO, her continued work in Topeka, and the importance of helping ...

Ep #85 - What is Trauma? from 2021-07-06T13:00

In this episode, we visit with Terry Hund, Senior Director of Education & Human Trafficking Intervention, and Kourtney Barr, Operation Food Secure Program Manager, about what Trauma is, how ...

Ep #84 - A Vessel for Him: Meet LaManda Broyles from 2021-06-29T14:00

In this episode, we visit with former TRM Board Member and now Director of Ministry Operations, LaManda Broyles, about her work as a Special Education Teacher and Principal for 501 School Distri...

Ep #83 - The Faith Touch: Meet Shampayne Lloyd from 2021-06-22T12:00

In this episode, we visit with TRM Chaplain, Shampayne Lloyd, about her experiences and education that has led to her current position, her desire to be a bridge for people to find Christ, and h...

Ep #82 - Following God: Meet Jennifer Montgomery from 2021-06-15T12:00

In this episode, we visit with the Director of Human Trafficking & Outreach for the Attorney General's Office for the State of Kansas, Jennifer Montgomery, to talk about her anti-human ...

Ep #81 - Man for the Times: Meet Bill Cochran from 2021-06-08T11:00

In this episode, we visit with Chief of Staff for the City of Topeka, Bill Cochran, about his 34 years of experience on the police force, his work as Chief of Police to continually evolve the de...

Ep #80 - OFS: A Year in the Life from 2021-06-01T12:00

In this episode, we visit with Marissa Dake and Kourtney Barr from TRM's Operation Food Secure Program, about how OFS started, what is has evolved into today, and some of the incredible sto...

Ep #79 - The A Team from 2021-05-20T12:00

In this episode we visit with Mark DeGroff, TRM Director of Street Reach, and Matt Baldwin with Valeo Hope Connections, about their work together to minister to the unsheltered homeless and the ...

Ep #78 - The Law&Grace: Meet Penny Moylan from 2021-05-11T13:00

In today's episode, we visit with Penny Moylan, District Judge for Shawnee County and Vice President of the TRM Board of Directors, about her journey to becoming a District Judge and how he...

Ep #77 - Because She Cares: Meet Misty Bosch-Hastings from 2021-05-04T11:00

In this episode, we visit with TRM Housing Stabilization Supervisor, Misty Bosch-Hastings, to hear her story about why she cares for the homeless, her work in housing those who were living in &q...

Ep #76 - What is MAP? from 2021-04-27T13:00

In this episode, we visit with the CEO of Valeo, Bill Persinger, about what the MAP (Mobile Access Partnership) program is,  the partnership it has taken to develop it, and its purpose to meet p...

Ep #75 - Housing Those in Need from 2021-04-20T13:00

In this episode, we visit with our first ever guest to the podcast, Trey George, President/CEO of Topeka Housing Authority, about the amazing work THA continues to do to help those in need, and ...

Ep #74 - Falling from the Sky from 2021-04-13T13:00

In this episode we visit with TRM Director of Facilities & Security, Steve Stutzman, about his role at TRM, his near-death experience in a plane crash, as well as not letting our circumstanc...

Ep #73 - Answering the Tough Questions from 2021-04-06T13:00

In this episode, Miriam and Kim ask Barry questions relating to the concerns raised about TRM in an editorial in a local publication.

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Ep #59 - Pay it Forward from 2020-12-29T12:00

In this episode, Barry, Miriam & Kim visit with the Distribution Center Receiving Manager, Mike Schoettle, about how your donations are used to truly bless others and the importance of payin...

Ep #58 - Bringing Joy to TRM! from 2020-12-22T12:00

In this episode, Barry and Miriam have a conversation with Trauma Intervention team members Kaillee and Leah about what the Trauma team is, their help with Christmas activities and the importanc...

Ep #57 -"Honk if You Love Jesus!" from 2020-12-15T14:00

In this episode Barry, Miriam and Kim visit with TRM Street Reach Director, Mark DeGroff, about current updates, what 2021 holds, and Mark's heart for helping the unsheltered homeless!
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Ep #56 - What does the Lord require of you? - Meet Debra Sabb from 2020-12-08T13:00

In this episode, Barry, Miriam and Kim visit with Debra Sabb, Hope Center Director, about how she started working at TRM, what she's experienced working here over 20 years, and what the Lor...

Ep #55 - Mike Shinkle: A Life Well Lived from 2020-12-01T13:00

In this episode Barry Feaker and Kim Turley visit with Marissa Dake (Director of Operation Food Secure) and Kourtney Reber (OFS Ministry Coordinator) about Mike Shinkle and the impact he had on ...

Ep #54 - Out of the Ashes from 2020-11-24T13:00

In this episode, we visit with Barbara Waterman-Peters , Staci Dawn Ogle, and M...

Ep #53 - Our Call from 2020-11-17T15:00

In this episode, Barry gives an update remotely on how TRM is responding to COVID and how to stay strong in our call to help those in need despite challenging times.

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Ep #52 - Insane Love from 2020-11-03T13:00

In this episode Barry, Miriam and Kim discuss this historic election day, the events of the year surrounding it, and the true hope that we can find in the insane love of God!

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Ep #51 -"Not in Our Community!" from 2020-10-27T14:00

In this episode, Barry, Miriam and Kim discuss ways to help the the one in need in front of you and say "Not in our Community!" to the issues that we face.

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Ep #50 - Conversation with Harvesters COO, Steve Davis from 2020-10-20T12:00

In this episode we visit, with Harvesters COO, Steve Davis, about the growing issue of food insecurity, planning to meet those needs and the partnerships that it takes.

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Ep #49 - Meet Jenny Falk from 2020-10-13T14:00

In this episode we visit with TRM Executive Assistant, Jenny Falk, to hear her story of how she came to work at TRM, her missions work in Africa, and finding true purpose.

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Ep #48 - Interview with TRM Senior Director of Homeless Services from 2020-10-06T13:00

In this episode, we visit with Mike Foster, TRM Senior Director of Homeless Services, about what it means to shelter the homeless every night, make tough decisions to keep people safe, and adapt...

Ep #47 - Reaching the Unsheltered from 2020-09-29T14:00

In this episode, we visit with TRM's Director of Street Reach, Mark DeGroff, about outreaching to the unsheltered homeless and the perseverance it takes to make lasting connections to help ...

Ep #46 - United Together from 2020-09-22T14:00

In this episode, Barry and Miriam talk with United Way of Greater Topeka CEO, Jessica Lehnherr, and VP of Community Impact, Brett Martin about the importance of partnerships and coming together ...

Ep #45 - TRM Internships from 2020-09-15T14:00

In this episode, Barry and Miriam visit with TRM Senior Director of Education & Human Trafficking Interventions, Terry Hund, and TRM Intern, Dawn Mikulski, about our Intern Program and what ...

Ep #44 - The Hands&Hearts Behind a Million Meals from 2020-09-08T13:00

In this episode, we visit with Lewis Keeling, a site captain and volunteer for Operation Food Secure, to hear his heart for serving and taking food to neighborhoods to help in distributing over ...

Ep #43 - A House of Cards from 2020-09-01T14:00

In this episode, Barry, Miriam and Kim discuss the recent article from CJ Online, titled "350,000-plus Kansans at risk of eviction from job loss" (Found here: from 2020-08-18T13:00

Join us this week as we dive deeper into Frank's story and his journey of trauma and forgiveness!

Ep #41 - Frank's Story: Part 1 from 2020-08-11T13:00

This week we talk with Frank Votaw about his heart for helping the community and his story of overcoming tragedy.
Join us next week for Part 2 of Frank's story!

Ep #40 - Manny's Story from 2020-08-04T13:00

Join us as we visit with Manny Herron and hear his story of God's redemption in his life.

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Ep #39 - TRM Q&A from 2020-07-28T13:00

In this episode we take some time to answer a few recently asked questions about TRM, like: What is going on with the Children's Palace? What about warehouse sales? And other questions.
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Ep #38 - Deep Dive from 2020-07-21T14:00

In this episode we take a deep dive into 2 Corinthians 1:3-7 and what it looks like to show true compassion in a world looking for comfort.

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Ep #37 - The Heart of a Teacher from 2020-07-14T15:00

In this episode, we visit with TRM Trauma Team Coordinator, Pat Mahoney, about her work as a teacher with Topeka Public Schools and her transition from working in the TRM 501 program room, to th...

Ep #36 - Perfect Love from 2020-07-07T15:00

In this episode Barry, Miriam and Kim discuss the current state of the country, the fear that can surround it, and the Perfect Love that can remove all fear!

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Ep #35 - More than Food from 2020-06-30T13:00

In this episode Barry and Miriam visit with TRM Director of Food Services, Mike Shinkle, about his experiences of working for the Mission for almost 20 years, his roll in Operation Food Secure a...

Ep #34 - The Why of Operation Food Secure from 2020-06-23T15:00

In this episode Barry, Miriam and Kim, visit with Marissa Dake, TRM Director of Operation Food Secure, about the "Why" of Operation Food Secure and how now, more than ever, we need nei...

Ep #33 - Operation Food Security from 2020-06-16T14:00

In this episode, Barry, Miriam, and Kim discuss hunger and food shortage in the community and upcoming ways that neighbors can help neighbors.

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Ep #32 - Race Relations: A Matter of the Heart from 2020-06-09T15:00

In this episode, Barry and Miriam visit with Topeka leaders, SJ Hazim and Manny Herron, about current race relations, the heart of it all, and steps we can take to make a difference.

Ep #31 - Calm in the Time of Protest from 2020-06-02T14:00

In this episode, Barry, Miriam and Kim discuss the protests surrounding the tragic murder of George Floyd and how we can be a light in a time of great darkness.

Ep #30 - Hope Deferred from 2020-05-26T14:00

In this episode, Barry, Miriam and Kim discuss some of the interrupted plans and dreams that we face in the ever-changing world of COVID-19, we look at Proverbs 13:12 "Hope deferred makes t...

Ep #29 - Trust the Guide from 2020-05-19T14:00

In this episode, Barry, Miriam and Kim discuss the difficulties of the unknown in the current circumstances we are facing, as well as the hope we can have in the one true guide.

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Ep #28 - What is Certain? from 2020-05-12T14:00

In this episode, Barry, Miriam and Kim discuss the uncertainty of the world around us, how the community comes together to help those in need and where our certainty lies.

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Ep #27 - 5.5.20 TRM Updates from 2020-05-05T13:00

In this episode, Barry, Miriam, and Kim discuss current updates from TRM, continued blessings from the community, and hope for times of uncertainty.

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Ep #26 - COVID-19 Update: Remembering Victims of Human Trafficking from 2020-04-28T15:00

In this episode, Barry and Miriam visit with Terry Hund, TRM Senior Director of Education and Human Trafficking Intervention about continued changes to adapt to COVID-19 and how the pandemic aff...

Ep #25 - 4.21.20 TRM Updates from 2020-04-21T14:00

In this episode, Barry, Miriam and Kim discuss the continuing changes to adjust to Covid-19, incredible community partnerships, and the first day that Barry started working at the Topeka Rescue ...

Ep #24 - 4.14.20 TRM Covid-19 Update from 2020-04-14T13:00

In this episode, Barry, Miriam, and Kim discuss further changes that are affecting TRM and how guests, volunteers and staff are coming together as a community to combat Covid-19.
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Ep #23 - 4.7.2020 TRM Covid-19 Update from 2020-04-07T15:00

In this episode, we discuss the the constant changes TRM is going through, the amazing response for volunteers, and celebrating Easter and the hope we have in Jesus!

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Ep #22 - Stronger Together from 2020-03-31T15:00

In this episode we visit with the Director of Community Engagement for Advisors Excel, Lindsay Freeman, about community partners coming together to help those in need. We are stronger together!<...

Ep# 21 - TRM Update 3.24.2020 from 2020-03-24T13:00

In this episode, Barry and Kim visit with TRM Senior Director of Supportive Services, Miriam Krehbiel, about updates with "Tent City" and how TRM continues to respond to the COVID-19 e...

Ep #20 - COVID-19 Response from 2020-03-19T05:00

In this episode, Barry and Kim visit with TRM Senior Director of Supportive Services, Miriam Krehbiel, to discuss how TRM is taking steps to deal with COVID-19.
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Ep #19 - Forgiveness from 2020-03-12T05:00

In this episode, Barry and Kim discuss the topic or forgiveness!
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Ep #18 - Keeping Health a Priority from 2020-03-05T05:00

This episode, Barry and Kim discuss how TRM works diligently to keep health a priority for staff, guests and volunteers.

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Ep# 15 - What Does Love Look Like? from 2020-02-13T05:00

In this episode, Barry & Kim discuss Valentine's Day and what it looks like to love God, others, and yourself.
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Barry and Kim chat with Distribution Center Receiving Coordinator, Mike Schoettle. How he first felt called to work at TRM and some of the amazing stories he has from working here.
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Ep# 13 - It Starts with Food from 2020-01-23T05:00

In this episode, Barry and Kim visit with Director of Distribution Services, Kay Ireland, and Distribution Center Director of Operations, Stacy Brown about the impact of the donations received a...

Ep #12 - It's Not that Simple from 2020-01-16T05:00

In this episode Barry and Kim discuss the complexities of working with the vulnerable and helping everyone know that they matter.
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Ep #10 - 2019: It's a Wrap! from 2019-12-26T05:00

In this episode Barry and Kim discuss the end of the year and Christmas season as well as exciting opportunities in the coming year.
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Ep #7 - Season of Giving from 2019-12-05T05:00

In this episode, Barry talks with the Senior Director of Supportive Services for TRM Ministries, Miriam Krehbiel, about what the supportive services are, Giving Tuesday, and the upcoming Threedo...

Ep #6 - The Most Terrible Form of Poverty from 2019-11-21T05:00

In this episode, Barry Feaker discusses what the most terrible form or poverty is and how we combat it.
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Ep #5 - Attacking Systems of Human Trafficking from 2019-11-14T05:00

This week we visit with the Chief Counsel for Freedom Now USA, Sarah Shipman, about the systematic process of attacking human trafficking in our community.
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Ep #4 - The Unsheltered Homeless from 2019-11-07T05:00

In this episode we visit with TRM Ministries Director of Street Reach, Mark DeGroff, about the unsheltered homeless in our community.
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In this episode we visit with Senior Director, Jessica Hosman, about her experiences in Africa that helped shape the vision of the Children's Palace at Topeka Rescue Mission Ministries.
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Ep #2 - Volunteers: Love in Action from 2019-10-24T04:00

In this episode, we talk with Topeka Rescue Mission's Director of Volunteer Service, Kim Turley, and the importance of the support of our community!
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Ep #1 - Beyond Housing: Helping the Vulnerable from 2019-10-16T14:00

In this episode, we visit with the President/CEO of the Topeka Housing Authority, Trey George about going beyond housing.
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Ep #1 - Beyond Housing: Helping the Vulnerable from 2019-10-16T14:00

In this episode, we visit with the President/CEO of the Topeka Housing Authority, Trey George about going beyond housing.
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