Vicki Sokolik refuses to be an Ostrich. Her son brought to her attention the crisis of unhoused youth — youth unhoused, not living with a parent/guardian, and not in foster care — in America, and she has been fighting to support this vulnerable population every since. Most active in Tampa Bay, Florida, Vicki is the founder and CEO of the nonprofit Starting Right, Now, which removes barriers for unaccompanied homeless youth to cultivate long-term well-being and self-sufficiency. She is also the author of the new book, “If You See Them: Young, Unhoused, and Alone in America.” Vicki Sokolik joined host Jay Ruderman to discuss the many ways unhoused youth fall through the cracks in our society, how her organization helps them, and also how to build trust with people who could use your help. Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (01:10) Vicki’s origin story (02:40) What is “unhoused youth?” (06:40) What should a person do if they worry they see an unhoused youth? (08:19) How have conversations around unhoused youth changed in Vicki’s 20 years working with them? (11:02) How do people get the word out and help unhoused youth? (14:55) Vicki’s new book (16:48) How Vicki builds trust (20:10) What do students receive at Starting Right, Now? (22:58) How does Vicki balance advocacy and direct support? (27:53) Starting Right, Now alumni (29:10) Goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/…
Tony Soto is one part narcissist, and one part narcissist. Known for his outspoken opinions about everything you don’t want said in front of your mother, he and his friends are guaranteed to make you laugh (at them).
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Barbizon dreams (featuring Maxwell & Diana)
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Not as far as Paris (featuring Joel Kim Booster)
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Joel Kim Booster stops by the studio.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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Ganymede (featuring Sam Probst and Colby Holt)
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Colby Holt and Sam Probst stop by.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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Not a soft child (featuring Godoy)
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Drag artist and fashion designer, Godoy stops by the show.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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Holistic whores (featuring Maxwell Esposito and Diana DeLuna)
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Maxwell Esposito and Diana DeLuna are back in the studio.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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Fix your broken brain (featuring Your Friend Kevin)
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Your Friend Kevin stops by the studio.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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Always editing (featuring Jared Goldstein)
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This week, Jared Goldstein stopped by the studio.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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Twilight Zone showgirl (featuring Vander Von Odd)
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Vander Von Odd stops by the studio, this week.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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There were moments (featuring Jonny McGovern)
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The boss of us (featuring Pickle)
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This week, drag laureate, Pickle stops by to tell me what a laureate is. We also discuss bringing drag into the community and what that looks like for the artist. Also, can drag queens learn to write grants? Pickle says, yes.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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It's really minty (featuring Django James)
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This week I learned more about someone that I just knew but knew I liked. Django James stopped by to talk about music, trauma, queerness, and what it's like to find out you are bad at being mean.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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Dance with your hands up (featuring Derek Viveiros)
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This week, Derek Viveiros stopped by. After announcing that he didn't like me at first meet, I still let him stay and we had a cute chat. From being straight for way too long, acting in LA, and working behind the scenes, this 30-minute chat has it all.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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Slayed (featuring Zeke Smith)
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This week, two-time Survivor contestant, comedian, and activist, Zeke Smith stops by. We discuss the show, his journey as a trans man, drag, and more.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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Teetering in those heels (featuring Love Connie)
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This week, drag icon, Love Connie stops by and she can talk. We get through most of the younger years, but this bitch has lived a long life. I had to google a lot of things after this episode and that is why we all love, Love Connie.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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A body is a body (featuring Jessica Hinkle)
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This week, plus size fashion designer and owner of Proud Mary Fashion, Jessica Hinkle stops by. We discuss body neutrality, the rise of the Ozempic craze, changes in community, and much more.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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Making people wonder (featuring Mister Ihardlyknowher)
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This week I have Mister Ihardlyknowher, local drag artist and writer for the TV. We discuss what it means to be a drag king in these streets, Los Angeles pre and post-Covid, and much more.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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Touching dumb (featuring Maxwell Esposito)
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This week, Maxwell is back and we catch up on all things dumb. Even drag race.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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A little raw (featuring Maureen Sandiego)
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This week, writer, comedian, and drag artist, Maureen Sandiego is back on the pod. She's an LA girlie, we chat about adjusting, creating and so much more.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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Detroit of comedy (featuring James Fritz)
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This week, writer and comedian, James Fritz stops by to talk about growing up country, comedy, and not making it in the business.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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White zyn (featuring Fena Barbitall)
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This week Fena Barbitall drops in to talk about being a queen from Boston, how she got into doing hair, getting used to her new body, and much moreKirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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Successful adjacent (featuring Lisa Chanoux)
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This week, comedian and podcaster Lisa Chanoux stops in and talks about trying to make it while still doing the normal stuff, haunted places, and is there a future in music?Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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Sober curiosity (featuring Farrah Moan)
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This week Farrah Moan stops by for a chat. We cover the rise of sober curiosity to Madonna's new face.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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Good messaging (featuring Maebe A Girl)
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This week, drag artist turned politician, Maebe A Girl stops in to talk about her latest for Congress and much more.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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Stocks rising (featuring Paul Robalino)
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This week I talk to writer, producer, actor, and all-around humble future legend, Paul Robalino. We discuss D&D, improv in LA, being a legitimate "good boy" and much more.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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Hillbilly Magic (featuring Felony Dodger)
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This week Felony Dodger stops by. We chat about the dos and don'ts of crowdfunding, costume design, shaping young minds, and more.Kirjoittanut The Tony Soto Show
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