{"podcast":{"title":"WAHNcast","slug":"wahncast-6796568","podcast_index_feed_id":6796568,"rss_url":"https://feed.podbean.com/wahncast/feed.xml","website_url":"https://wahncast.podbean.com","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17728271/WAHNcast_logo_3__ex67a3.jpg","author":"Women’s Affordable Housing Network","episode_count":83,"summary":"The Women’s Affordable Housing Network (WAHN) has launched a podcast series dedicated to amplifying the voices of people within the affordable housing industry. With a focus on shedding light on this critical issue, each episode of the podcast features discussions led by experts, activists, and policymakers. Through dynamic conversations, the WAHNcast aims to showcase the leadership at the forefront of the affordable housing movement. It offers valuable insights into groundbreaking practices, policy advancements, and community engagement strategies aimed at tackling housing insecurity. More than just informative, the podcast serves as a source of inspiration, providing a platform for sharing success stories, advocating for policy reforms, and nurturing a supportive community among professionals and advocates in the affordable housing sector. Join us as we elevate the voices driving change and championing progress in affordable housing.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-24T22:21:08.568742+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/wahncast-6796568"},"episode":{"title":"A Blueprint for Change: 35 Years of Habitat for Humanity's Women Build","slug":"a-blueprint-for-change-35-years-of-habitat-for-humanity-s-women-build","published_at":"2026-02-18T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/wahncast-6796568/a-blueprint-for-change-35-years-of-habitat-for-humanity-s-women-build","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/wahncast-6796568","url":"https://wahncast.podbean.com/e/a-blueprint-for-change-35-years-of-habitat-for-humanitys-women-build/","audio_url":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/4r2hy9g9i5ayp5xc/A_Blueprint_for_Change_35_Years_of_Habitat_for_Humanity_s_Women_Build95xyf.mp3","summary":"In this episode of WAHNcast, host Sadie Nott, National WAHN VP, celebrates the 35th anniversary of Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build initiative with two leaders from Habitat Charlotte Region: Mary-Margaret Goldstone, NC WAHN Board Member and Events Co-Chair, and Brooke Moose, Director of Development for Community Engagement. What began in 1991 as a simple idea shared over brunch in Charlotte has grown into a global movement spanning more than 650 communities, engaging over 144,000 women volunteers, and helping build more than 5,700 homes. Mary-Margaret and Brooke share the powerful origin story of Women Build—including Rosalynn Carter’s involvement in the very first build—along with reflections on what the initiative looks like today. From volunteer engagement across build sites and ReStores to expanding neighborhood development, Women Build continues to evolve while staying rooted in its mission: empowering women to build strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter. We also explore: The impact of women-led households in housing Gender equity in construction and homeownership The importance of mentorship and intergenerational leadership How Women Build and WAHN share a common spirit of connection and action Whether you’ve swung a hammer before or are just curious about getting involved, this conversation is a reminder that when women gather with purpose, communities change.","meta_description":"In this episode of WAHNcast, host Sadie Nott, National WAHN VP, celebrates the 35th anniversary of Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build initiative with two…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1944,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/wahncast-6796568/episodes/a-blueprint-for-change-35-years-of-habitat-for-humanity-s-women-build/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/wahncast-6796568/a-blueprint-for-change-35-years-of-habitat-for-humanity-s-women-build.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}