At Home, On Air Podcast Episode 51 | People First: Creating Spaces Without Walls
In this episode of our podcast, we welcome Nichole Battle, the CEO of the Govans Ecumenical Development Corporation (GEDCO). In this compelling conversation, hosted by architect and AHWGO Executive Director Susanne Stadler, we explore the profound connection between affordable housing and community vitality.
“What if affordable housing could transform entire communities, not just provide shelter?”
Battle leads GEDCO, a Baltimore-based affordable housing developer born from a coalition of churches responding to their parishioners' needs. With her background in urban planning, landscape architecture, and real estate development—plus deep roots as a longtime Baltimore resident—Nichole understands that decent housing goes beyond four walls and a roof. It's about creating context: green spaces where neighbors gather, ball fields for exercise and play, urban farms that nourish bodies and spirits, and sacred grounds for celebration and reflection. It's also about stability—having a home provides the foundation people need to secure employment and fully participate in community life.
“When we put people first, housing becomes something bigger—it creates spaces without walls that strengthen the entire community,” shares Nichole.
At Home With Growing Older is proud to host At Home, On Air—a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants.
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At Home, On Air Podcast Episode 51 | People First: Creating Spaces Without Walls
In this episode of our podcast, we welcome Nichole Battle, the CEO of the Govans Ecumenical Development Corporation (GEDCO). In this compelling conversation, hosted by architect and AHWGO Executive Director Susanne Stadler, we explore the profound connection between affordable housing and community vitality.
“What if affordable housing could transform entire communities, not just provide shelter?”
Battle leads GEDCO, a Baltimore-based affordable housing developer born from a coalition of churches responding to their parishioners' needs. With her background in urban planning, landscape architecture, and real estate development—plus deep roots as a longtime Baltimore resident—Nichole understands that decent housing goes beyond four walls and a roof. It's about creating context: green spaces where neighbors gather, ball fields for exercise and play, urban farms that nourish bodies and spirits, and sacred grounds for celebration and reflection. It's also about stability—having a home provides the foundation people need to secure employment and fully participate in community life.
“When we put people first, housing becomes something bigger—it creates spaces without walls that strengthen the entire community,” shares Nichole.
At Home With Growing Older is proud to host At Home, On Air—a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants.
Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/edWRfMnDZkd
Learn more, support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org.
Climate Change in an Aging Society | A Conversation with Rick Moody
At Home, On Air
34 minutes 32 seconds
9 months ago
Climate Change in an Aging Society | A Conversation with Rick Moody
On our podcast – At Home, On Air – we continue our mini-series, Changemaker Interviews, where we highlight the impact of changemakers on the quality of our lives. These individuals have challenged and changed systems, introduced new ways of thinking and told previously untold stories.
In this third installment of the series, we welcome author and climate activist, Harry “Rick” Moody. We discuss his latest book, Climate Change in an Aging Society, and explore the concept of “Eco Elders,” why hope is essential for meaningful action, and practical steps older adults can take from home. Moody challenges the paralyzing effects of pessimism and encourages everyone to “think globally, act locally” through simple but significant changes.
This discussion highlights how older adults, while more vulnerable to climate impacts, can still be powerful agents of change in addressing one of our greatest global challenges. Join us as we explore the intersection of climate change and aging, emphasizing both individual and collective action. Calling us all to action, Moody urges, "I encourage everybody to find that one thing that you can do, and do it!"
We hope Rick’s personal stories and insights will inspire you to make positive changes in your own home, life, and community.
At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air – a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this episode of At Home, On Air.
Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/RP0doJVqPmR
Learn more, support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org.
At Home, On Air
At Home, On Air Podcast Episode 51 | People First: Creating Spaces Without Walls
In this episode of our podcast, we welcome Nichole Battle, the CEO of the Govans Ecumenical Development Corporation (GEDCO). In this compelling conversation, hosted by architect and AHWGO Executive Director Susanne Stadler, we explore the profound connection between affordable housing and community vitality.
“What if affordable housing could transform entire communities, not just provide shelter?”
Battle leads GEDCO, a Baltimore-based affordable housing developer born from a coalition of churches responding to their parishioners' needs. With her background in urban planning, landscape architecture, and real estate development—plus deep roots as a longtime Baltimore resident—Nichole understands that decent housing goes beyond four walls and a roof. It's about creating context: green spaces where neighbors gather, ball fields for exercise and play, urban farms that nourish bodies and spirits, and sacred grounds for celebration and reflection. It's also about stability—having a home provides the foundation people need to secure employment and fully participate in community life.
“When we put people first, housing becomes something bigger—it creates spaces without walls that strengthen the entire community,” shares Nichole.
At Home With Growing Older is proud to host At Home, On Air—a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants.
Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/edWRfMnDZkd
Learn more, support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org.
